LADOCK PARISH Minutes of Vestry Meetings (CRO Document Reference DDP/03/8/1; LDS film 1597324)

[29 May 1838 – image 959]

At a Special Meeting of the Rate Payers of the Parish of Ladock held at the Vestry this 29th day of May 1838 for the purpose of nominating and appointing a proper person to fill the office of Collector of the Poor’s Rates of the said Parish for the present year and we whose names are hereunto subscribed do hereby nominate and appoint Richard Reed to be Collector of the Poor’s Rate for this present year accordingly [signed] Robert Trethewy Churchwarden William Trebilcock Overseers J.H. Retallack R.D. Bone Thos. Tank John Bassett John Moore Wm. Hotten Richd. Henwood

[22 Jun 1838 – image 960] Ladock June 22 1838 At a Meeting of the Rate payers of this Parish held at the Vestry for the purpose of taking into consideration what measures to adopt respecting the appeal that has been entered against the Poor’s Rate by the Revd. Ware It was resolved and agreed – That a committee consisting of the nine following persons viz. Francis Searle, Thomas Tank, William Hotten, William Hooper, Robert Trethewy, John Reed, Reuben Dyer Bone, John Bassett and William Trebilcock be appointed to inspect the Revd. Henry Ware’s books of Accounts as respects his incomes from Tithes and other incomes from this Parish (Mr. Ware having agreed to produce his books and necessary particulars respecting them) and they the said nine persons shall obtain information and the majority of them shall determine on what charges shall be made on him in respect of the Rates of this Parish, and their decision shall be decisive and binding on all parties. [signed] Henry Ware James Hendy Charles Foss? Andrew Wm. Moore Wm. Bassett Dick Pearce J.H. Retallack

The following were also present, Wm. Trebilcock Thos Tank Wm. Hooper Robert Trethewy J.W. Reed John Bassett William Hotten R.D. Bone

[9 Jul 1838 – image 961] Ladock July 9th 1838 We the undersigned being a Majority of the Committee that was appointed at the Meeting of the Ratepayers of this Parish held at the Vestry on the 22nd day of June last to decide and settle on what amount the Revd. Henry Ware should be charged on the Poor and Highway Rates in respect of Tithes arising from this Parish, do hereby determine and award as follows, That the Revd. Henry Ware shall be charged and assessed in respect of his incomes from Tithes as on Rate No.2 made the 10th of March 1838, and also on Rate No.1 made the 30th May 1838 viz. Gross estimated income £700 Rateable Value £537.10s.0d. As witness our hands [signed] R.D. Bone William Trebilcock Robert Trethewy Thos. Tank William Hotten John Bassett Wm. Hooper

[4 Jan 1839 – image 961] At a Meeting of the Landowners of the Parish of Ladock held at the Falmouth Arms in the Village of Bissick in the said Parish of Ladock on Friday the 4th of January 1839 conformable to the suggestions of the Tithe Commissioners. Present – James Hendy Esq. Mr. Edward Blake George Simmons Esq. Mr. James H. Retallack Charles F. Andrew Esq. Mr. John Bassett Mr. Henry Trethewy Mr. William Bassett John Simmons Esq. Mr. William Chapman Mr. Robert Julyan Mr. James Brewer James Hendy Esq. was proposed and appointed to be Chairman to communicate between the Landowners and the board of Tithe Commissioners. Resolved that James Hendy Esq. John Simmons Esq. and Mr. Henry Trethewy form a Committee to inspect the returns required by the Tithe Commissioners, and that this Meeting be adjourned to Wednesday the 9th of January next at Pearce’s Hotel, Truro [signed] Robt. Trethewy Churchwardens

William Trebilcock Overseers Jas. Huddy Retallack

[17 Jan 1839 – image 962] Ladock January 17. 1839 At a Meeting of the Rate payers of this Parish held at the Vestry Room this 17th day of January 1839 It is resolved, That a Rate or Assessment for the relief of the Poor, after the rate of four pence in the pound be made for the quarter commencing on the 25 day of December last past. And that the Collector be hereby ordered and empowered to charge the Revd. Henry Ware on the sum of £650 on the said Rate in respect of Tithes, as the gross estimated value, and to deduct the sum of £20 for expenses in collecting the said Tithes and Insurance &c, making the Rateable Value to be £630. Present, [signed] R.D. Bone Jno. Reed Wm Hotten Robert Trethewey William Trebilcock Thos. Tank Jas. H. Retallack John Bassett And it is further resolved that the following persons be excused from paying their portion of Rates No.1. 2 & 3 & 4 for the present year Wm. Barbary William Harris Robt. Bullin Thomas James Elizabeth Barbary John Kendall Senr. John Bell John Kendall Junr. Jonathan Bennett Mary Knight William Bassett Ann Keast Thomas Brenton John Lewarne John Betty Elizth. Lobb James Benallack John Miners Nath. Collins James Miners Son Richd. Cock John Mannell D. Dart Philp & Retallack (Mile) John Gay John Penrose Nich. George Joseph Pope Ann Harding James Parnall Thomas Hill Richard Rogers William Symons Thomas Rickard James Stephens Thomas Rose Richs. Stanaway William Rose Nicholas Richards Joseph Sawle John Moore William Roberts

[signed] Robert Trethewey Churchwardens

William Trebilcock Overseers Jas. H. Retallack

[20 Mar 1839 – image 963] At a public Vestry duly held in and for the Parish of Ladock in the County of Cornwall pursuant to notice on the 20th day of March 1839 the following persons whose names are subscribed are returned to her Majesty’s Justices of the Peace, acting in and for the East Division of the Hundred of Powder in the said County of Cornwall as substantial householders within the said Parish meet and fit and proper persons to serve the office of Overseers of the Poor of the said Parish in the said County of Cornwall for the year ensuing. [signed] Robert Trethewy Churchwardens

Jas H. Retallack Overseers

James Hendy Richd. Henwood Joseph Blake R.D. Bone Inhabitants Wm. Ward R.D. Bone Junr. Thomas Harris William Hotten Names of the above persons referred to Mr William Trebilcock Mr John Reed And we do further nominate and appoint Richard Reed to serve as Assistant Overseer for the year ensuing with a Salary of twelve pounds pr year for his services [signed] James Hendy Robert Trethewy Joseph Blake Jas. H. Retallack R.D. Bone Wm Ward R.D. Bone Junr. Thomas Harris William Hotten Thos. Tank And we do also appoint James Hendy Esq. to serve the Office of Guardian of the Poor for the Parish of Ladock for the year ensuing [signed] Robert Trethewy Churchwardens

William Trebilcock Overseers Jas. H. Retallack Thos. Tank Joseph Blake Jno. Reed R.D. Bone Wm Ward Thomas Harris William Hotten

[21 Nov 1839 – image 964] At a Vestry held this 21st day of Novr. 1839 for the purpose of determining on what Measures to adopt respecting those persons who have refused to pay their Poor Rates: it is resolved that all persons who respectively occupy any house land or other premises in this Parish shall be assessed on the Poor Rates respectively for the premises they occupy Ladock 21 Nov 1839 Present Robert Trethewy Churchwarden Jno. Reed Overseers William Trebilcock R.D. Bone Wm Hooper Wm Moore Wm Hotten Wm Ward

[10 Mar 1840 – image 964] Ladock March 10. 1840 At a Vestry held this 10th day of March 1840 pursuant to Public Notice for the purpose of appointing two proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing, John Christian Bone and James Hotten are duly appointed to the Office of Assessors of this Parish accordingly [signed] William Trebilcock Overseers John Reed Churchwarden William Hotten Robert Hotten

[26 Mar 1840 – image 965] Ladock March 26. 1840 At a Public Vestry of the Rate Payers of this Parish pursuant to Public Notice for the purpose of examining the respective Accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing, it is resolved That William Trebilcock and Robert Hotten be appointed to serve the office of Overseers of the Poor of this Parish for the year ensuing. That Reuben Dyer Bone Junr. be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer for the year ensuing with a Salary of twelve pounds for the year. That Henry Bennett and William Bassett be appointed to serve the Office of Constable for this Parish for the year ensuing [signed] James Hendy Thos. Tank Joseph Blake John Reed R.D. Bone William Hotten Robert Trethewy Wm. Ward That James Hendy Esq. giving been duly nominated to be Guardian he be now appointed to fill the said Office for the year ensuing [signed] William Trebilcock Wm. Ward Robert Trethewy William Hotten William Moore John Reed R.D. Bone Joseph Blake Thos. Tank That the Assistant Overseer of this Parish be ordered and empowered to Rate the Rector with respect to his Tithes on the sum of Seven hundred pounds the amount at which the same have been commuted [signed] James Hendy Joseph Blake Thos. Tank John Reed R.D. Bone William Moore William Hotten Robert Trethewy Wm. Ward

[1 Mar 1841 – image 966] Ladock March 1st 1841 At a Vestry held this 1st day of March 1841 pursuant to public Notice for the purpose of appointing two proper Persons to fill the office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing William Beel James Strongman William Kelly and John Huddy Retallack are duly appointed to the office of Assessors of this Parish accordingly [signed] William Trebilcock Overseers Robert Hotten Robert Trethewy Churchwardens

Thos. Tank William Hotten Cornelius Philp John Reed John Bone James Hotten R.D. Bone Junr.

[8 Mar 1841 – image 966] At a Public Vestry duly held at the Vestry Room on Monday the 8th day of March for the purpose of nominating a Guardian Mr. William Hooper was proposed by Mr. Hendy and approved of such by the other Parishioners present [signed] James Hendy Robert Trethewy William Trebilcock Thos. Tank Robert Hotten Jas. Huddy Retallack R.D. Bone Junr.

[26 Mar 1841 – image 967] Ladock March 26. 1841 At a Public meeting of the Rate payers of this Parish pursuant to public Notice for the purpose of examining the respective Accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing it is resolved That John Reed & Robert Hotten be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers of the Poor of this Parish for the year ensuing. That Thomas Deeble Smith be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer for the year ensuing with a Salary of Ten Pounds per year That Henry Bennett & William Bassett be appointed to serve the Office on Constable of this Parish for the year ensuing Present [signed] Henry Ware Rector James Hendy Robert Trethewy Robert Hotten Wm. Ward Cornelius Philp William Hotten R.D. Bone Junr. Jas. Huddy Retallack That the Revd, Henry Ware has engaged to be a surety for the said Thomas Deeble Smith for the amount of Rates and due performance of the Office of Assistant Overseer & the said T. Deeble Smith engages in addition to the duties of such Assistant Overseer to perform those considered as belonging to the Office of Vestry Clerk of the Parish in consideration of the Salary [signed] Henry Ware Thomas Deeble Smith

[28 Feb 1842 – image 967] Ladock February 28th 1842 At a vestry held this 28th day of February 1842 pursuant to public vestry for the purpose of appointing two proper persons to fill the office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing James Strongman and William Ward are duly appointed to the office of Assessors of this Parish accordingly [signed] Robert Hotten Overseers John Reed Robert Trethewy Churchwarden

Resolved that Mr William Hooper shall continue Guardian for this Parish for the year ensuing [signed] James Hendy William Trebilcock Robert Trethewy Joseph Pearce John Reed Richard Gilbert R.D. Bone Junr.

[29 Mar 1842 – image 968] Ladock March 29, 1842 At a public meeting of the ratepayers of this Parish pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective Accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing it is resolved that Robert Trethewy and John Bassett be appointed to serve the office of Overseers of the poor of this Parish for the year ensuing that William Hooper be appointed to serve the office of Assistant Overseer for the year ensuing with a sallary of 10 pounds per year. That Wm. Bassett and Henry Bennett be appointed to serve the office of Constable for this Parish for the year ensuing. Present [signed] Epworth Luscombe Curate James Hendy Thos. Tank Robert Trethewy James Retallack Wm. Ward Walter Pickup John Reed R.D. Bone Junr. Wm Hotten

[3 May 1842 – image 968]

May 3rd 1842 We two of Her Majesty’s Justices of the Peace allow the appointment of Robert Trethewy & John Bassett as overseers of the Poor for the Parish of Ladock for the present year. [signed] Nic: Kendall J.B. Graves Sawle

[5 Sep 1842 – image 969]

At a Vestry held this 5th day of September 1842. In consequence of William Hooper having resigned the Office of Assistant Overseer, John Crocker is duly appointed to fill the Office of Assistant Overseer until Ladyday 1843 for the sum of 5 Pounds. Present [signed] Thos. Tank John Bassett Robert Trethewy Robert Hotten John Reed A.D. Bone Junr. Wm Hooper

[12 Dec 1842 – image 969]

Ladock Decr. 12, 1842 At a Vestry held this 12th day of Decr. 1842 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of receiving the report and accounts of the Committee appointed at a Parish Vestry held on the 28th day of March last to superintend and carry into execution a Resolution then entered into for the erection of a Bridge across the River at Bissick and for the further purpose of completing all other matters relative to the details and arrangements in any way connected with the said Bridge It was resolved unanimously that the following minutes be now entered in the Vestry Book by way of explanation and record of the proceedings which took place at the said Vestry of the said 28th day of March (viz) That at the Vestry last above referred to, it was resolved and agreed on That a new and sufficient Bridge of Stone and Mason’s work should be forthwith erected across the river at Bissick and that Mr John Bassett, Mr James Huddy Retallack, Mr Thomas Tank, Mr Robert Trethewy and Mr William Ward should form a Committee to superintend and carry into execution the erection of such Bridge at the expense and on behalf of the Parish. That in order to make a proper and convenient approach to the said intended Bridge it [image 970] was found necessary to obtain a portion of the site on which the Parish Poor House (then standing and) held at a yearly rent under Mr Hendy as parcel of the Manor of Trethurffe. And an agreement was, in consequence, entered into by the Parish with Mr Hendy to resign and yield up to him the plot of ground then and now used as part of the Parish Highway leading from the Turnpike road at Bissick at the Southern end of the Dwelling House erected by John Crowl across the river towards Hill Head and extending from the said Turnpike road across such river up to the boundry line of the said Manor of Trethurffe in consideration of the Sum of Ten Pounds to be paid by him to the said Parish and of his yielding up and allowing to be appropriated such portion of the site of the said Poor House as might be requisite for a proper approach or entrance to the said then intended Bridge. And it was further agreed between the Parish and Mr Hendy that the said Parish should at once yield up all such interest as they might have or claim on the said Poor House to Mr Hendy. And whereas the Bridge agreeably to the foregoing resolution has been built and is now reported by the said Committee to be in all respects completed and the accounts respecting the same have this day been produced and are hereby approved of And whereas the required spot of land hitherto forming part of the site of the said Poor House has been given up by Mr Hendy and has been appropriated and used for the purpose of forming the approach and entrance to the said Bridge as aforesaid in accordance with the agreement, on his part, as the same is now marked out leaving an intermediate space of Thirteen feet between the Southern side of the said Bridge at the immediate front of its entrance and the said dwelling House occupied by the said John Crowl. It is now resolved and agreed, on the part of the Parish that from henceforth the said piece of land so used hitherto as a part of the Highway of this Parish leading from the Turnpike road by the Southern side of the Dwelling House so built and occupied by John Crowl and extending from such Turnpike road across the river up to the boundry of the Manor of Trethurffe as above is mentioned shall be, and the same is hereby, on the part of the said Parish, agreed and declared to be by them abandoned and surrendered and yielded up (as parcel of the said Manor of Trethurffe) to Mr Hendy as High Lord of the said Manor and his Heirs for ever such piece or parcel of land [image 971] being considered as resigned to and received by him in exchange for the said portion of the site of the said Poor House so used and appropriated for the purpose of the said Bridge as aforesaid the inhabitants of this Parish and the Public at large having by the erection of the said Bridge a very much improved road over and across the said river provided for their use in lieu of and substitution for the (at all times) very inconvenient and in fact, oftentimes, dangerous medium of communication or passage hitherto accessible to, or available by them [signed] Clobery S. Woolcock Curate Thos. Tank Churchwardens Walter Puckey John Bassett Overseers Robert Trethewy Wm. Trebilcock Waywardens Abel Pearce Robert Trethewy Thos. Tank J.H. Retallack Committee John Bassett William Ward Robert Hotten R.D. Bone Junr. Richard Gilbert William Gatley William Moore

[16 Feb 1843 – image 972] Ladock Febry. 16, 1843 At a Vestry held this 16th day of February 1843 pursuant to public Notice for the purpose of appointing proper Persons to fill the Office of Constables of this Parish for the year ensuing William Bassett and William Gatley are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly Present [signed] Thos Tank Churchwarden

John Bassett Overseers Robert Trethewy Jas. H. Retallack Robert Hotten Wm. Moore Cornelius Philp John Reed Richd. Henwood

[27 Feb 1843 – image 972] Ladock Febry 27th, 1843 At a Vestry held this 27th day of February 1843 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing two proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing William Ward, James Huddy Retallack & Richard Gilbert are duly appointed to the Office accordingly Present [signed] Thos. Tank Churchwarden Robert Trethewy Overseer Robert Hotten William Hotten Cornelius Philp John Reed Joseph Pearce Wm. Hooper

[9 Mar 1843 – image 973] Ladock March 9th, 1843 At a Vestry held this 9th day of March 1843 pursuant to public notice Mr Thomas Tank was proposed by Mr William Hooper as Guardian of the poor of this Parish and elected without opposition Present [signed] Churchwarden Robert Trethewy Overseers John Bassett Robert Hotten Wm. Hooper Wm. Trebilcock Wm. Hotten R.D. Bone Junr. Richd. Gilbert

[27 Mar 1843 – image 973] Ladock March 27, 1843 At a Vestry held this 27th day of March 1843 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing Robert Trethewy and John Bassett be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers of the Poor of this Parish for the year ensuing that John Crocker be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer for the year ensuing with a Salary of £10 per year [signed] Clobery S. Woolcock Curate James Hendy Thos. Tank Robert Hotten Wm. Ward Wm. Hooper James Strongman Wm. Hotten John Reed R.D. Bone Junr.

[6 Jul 1843 – image 974] Ladock July 6, 1843 At a Vestry held this 6th day of July 1843 It is resolved to put William May a poor Boy of this Parish an Apprentice to John Miners in the Trade of a Shoemaker to serve until he shall accomplish his full age of 21 years the said John Miners to find the said William May sufficient Meat Drink Washing & Lodging Shoes and Aprons and the said John Miners is to receive £10 with the said William May £5 of which is to be paid when the Indenture is executed and the remaining £5 in three Months after the date of the Indenture. If the said William May shall fall sick during the said term of his apprenticeship he shall be no expence to his said Master but shall be supported by the Parish [signed] Walter Puckey Ch‐wardens Thos. Tank Robert Trethewy Overseers John Bassett William Hotten Jas. Huddy Retallack Richard Gilbert Wm. Hooper R.D. Bone

[22 Feb 1844 – image 974] Ladock Febry 22nd, 1844 At a Vestry held this 22nd day of Febry 1844 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Constables of this Parish for the ensuing year William Bassett and William Gatley are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] Ch. Wardens

John Bassett Overseers Robert Trethewy James Dustan Jas. H. Retallack William Trebilcock John Reed Wm. Ward

[4 Mar 1844 – image 975] Ladock March 4th, 1844 At a Vestry held this 4th day of March 1844 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing James Hendy and Joseph Pearce are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] John Bassett Overseers Robert Trethewy William Kelley Cornelius Philp Willm. Ward James Strongman John Bone James Hotten John Reed William Trebilcock Richard Gilbert Wm. Hooper James Dustan

[9 Mar 1844 – image 975] Ladock March 9th, 1844 At a Vestry held this 9th day of March 1844 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing a Guardian for the ensuing year Mr Cornelius Philp was proposed and elected without opposition [signed] Robert Trethewy Overseers John Bassett Willm. Ward R.D. Bone James Hotten John Reed William Trebilcock

[22 Mar 1844 – image 976] Ladock March 22nd 1844 At a Vestry held this 22nd day March 1844 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing that Robert Trethewy and John Bassett be appointed Overseers and that John Crocker be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer with a Salary of £10 per year [signed] Clobery S. Woolcock Curate James Hendy Cornelius Philp Thomas Tank Henry Benny James Dustan R.D. Bone John Reed Willm. Ward William Hotten The account of the Surveyors of the Highway for the past year not being present to the Vestry the Old Surveyors William Trebilcock and James Dustone are appointed to fill the Office again for the ensuing year

[4 Mar 1845 – image 976] Ladock March 4th, 1845 At a Vestry held this 4th day of March 1845 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing James Strongman Joseph Pearce and Henry Benny are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] Clobery S. Woolcock James Hendy Thomas Tank William Trebilcock Cornelius Philp Wm. Hooper John Bone James Hotten Jas. H. Retallack

[25 Mar 1845 – image 977] Ladock March 25, 1845 At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1845 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing that Robert Trethewy and Thomas Tank be appointed Overseers and that John Crocker be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer with a Salary of £12 per year [signed] Clobery S. Woolcock James Hendy Cornelius Philp William Trebilcock James Dustan Wm. Hooper James Hotten Jas. H. Retallack John Bassett R.D. Bone

[19 Feb 1846 – image 977] Ladock Febry 19, 1846 At a Vestry held this 19th day of February 1846 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Constables of this Parish for the ensuing year William Bassett, John Crocker and Francis Rooke are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] Robert Trethewy John Bone John Reed R.D. Bone William Trebilcock

[17 Mar 1846 – image 978] Ladock March 17, 1846 At a Vestry held 17 day of March 1846 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors for the year ensuing James Strongman, Joseph Pearce and Henry Benny are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] Wm. Hooper Wm. Trebilcock James Hotten Robert Trethewy Jas. H. Retallack R.D. Bone

[27 Mar 1846 – image 978] Ladock March 27, 1846 At a Vestry held this 27 day of March 1846 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective accounts of the Parish Officers and for appointing others for the year ensuing that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper and that John Crocker be appointed to serve the Office of Assistant Overseer with a Salary of £12 per year [signed] James Hendy Wm. Trebilcock James Hotten John Reed James Strongman Cornelius Philp R.D. Bone

[25 Feb 1847 – image 979] Ladock Febry 25, 1847 At a Vestry held this 25th day of February 1847 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of making out a List of Eight Men residing in the Parish qualified and liable to serve as Constables William Bassett, John Crocker, Francis Rooke, John Miners, William Gatley, James Soper, John Staple & Richard Ward are duly returned accordingly [signed] Robert Trethewy R.D. Bone Junr. John Reed James Hotten R. Hasselwood

[2 Mar 1847 – image 979] Ladock March 2nd 1847 At a Vestry held this 2nd day of March 1847 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors of this Parish for the year ensuing James Strongman, William Kelley and James Moore Hotten are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.D. Bone Wm. Trebilcock John Reed Joseph Pearce

[25 Mar 1847 – image 980] Ladock March 25, 1847 At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1847 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective Parish Officers Accounts and for appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing That Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers. That John Crocker be appointed Assistant Overseer with a Salary of Twelve pounds per year. That the Accounts of the Surveyors of the Highway for the past year not being present to the Vestry the Old Surveyors William Trebilcock and Henry Benny are appointed to fill the Office again for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman James Hotten Walter Puckey R.D. Bone John Reed Richd. Ward

[30 Nov 1847 – image 980] Ladock Nov 30, 1847 At a Vestry held this 30 day of November 1847 It was unanimously resolved to Petition the next Quarter Sessions of this County to remove the business of this Parish from the Hundred of East Powder held at St Austell to the Hundred of West Powder held at Truro [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Wm. Hooper R.D. Bone R. Hasselwood William Kelley John Reed Robert Trethewy James Hotten

[8 Feb 1848 – image 981] Ladock Febry 8 1848 At a Vestry held this 8th day of February 1848 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of making out a List of Men residing in the Parish qualified and liable to serve as Constables for the year ensuing John Crocker, Francis Rooke, Richard Ward, James Soper, John Stapel, & John Miners are duly returned accordingly [signed] Henry Benny Chairman R.D. Bone Wm Trebilcock James Strongman William Ward

[24 Feb1848 – image 981] Ladock Feb 24 1848 At a Vestry held this 24th day of February 1848 pursuant to consider the case of Martha James and her Child now under Order of Removal from the Parish of Newlyn in Pydar to this Parish it was unanimously resolved to enter and try an Appeal against the said Order of Removal at the next General Quarter Sessions of the Peace [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Robert Trethewy John Reed Richard Hasselwood James Hotten John Bone

[7 Mar 1848 – image 982] Ladock March 7, 1848 At a Vestry held this 7th day of March 1848 for the purpose of Appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors for the ensuing year James Strongman, William Kelley and George Reed are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman W.W. Downing James Hotten R. Hasselwood John Bone

[27 Mar 1848 – image 982] Ladock March 27, 1848 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to public notice for the purpose of examining the respective Parish Officers Accounts and for appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing. That Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers. That John Crocker be appointed Assistant Overseer with a Salary of Fifteen Pounds per year [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Wm. Trebilcock James Hotten R.D. Bone John Reed W.W. Downing Henry Benny

[26 Feb 1849 – image 983] Ladock Febry 26, 1849 At a Vestry held this 26 day of February 1849 for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year John Crocker, Francis Rooke, Richard Ward, John Miners, John C. Bone, William Harris are duly appointed to the said office accordingly Also for the purpose of appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors, James Strongman, William Bassett and George Reed are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny Wm. Hooper Wm. Kelley

[27 Mar 1849 – image 983] Ladock March 27, 1849 At a Vestry held this 27 day of March 1849 for the purpose of Appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed Overseer and that John Crocker be Assistant Overseer with a Salary of Fifteen Pounds, and Reuben Dyer Bone be Guardian for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman James Strongman James Hotten W.W. Downing

[4 Mar 1850 – image 984] Ladock March 4, 1850 At a Vestry held this 4th day of March 1850 for the purpose of Appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year John Crocker, Richard Ward, Francis Rooke, William Harris, John C. Bone and John Miners are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Robert Trethewy R.D. Bone John Reed

[26 Mar 1850 – image 984] Ladock March 26, 1850 At a Vestry held this 26 day of March 1850 for the purpose of appointing parish Officers for the ensuing year that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper to serve the Office of Overseers and that John Crocker be appointed to fill the Office of Assistant Overseer with a Salary of £15 per year and that William W. Downing is appointed to fill the Office of Guardian [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Hugh Hotten James Strongman R.D. Bone Henry Hotten Cornelius Philp Wm. Trebilcock John Reed John C. Bone Richd. Ward

[10 May 1850 – image 985] Ladock May 10, 1850 At a monthly Vestry held this 10 day of May 1850 it was resolved to recommend the Board of Guardians to make the following alterations in the Relief list Elizth. Barbary from 2/6 to 2/‐. Mary Ferrel from 2/6 to 2/‐. Grace Julleff from 1/‐ off. Mary Rogers from 2/6 to 2/‐. Grace Miners from 2/6 to 2/‐. Ann Kendall from 2/6 to 2/‐. Thomas James from 2/‐ off. [signed] W.W. Downing Henry Benny James Hotten John Bone W. Kelley Wm. Hooper

[4 Jun 1850 – image 985] Ladock June 4, 1850 At a Vestry held this 4th day of June it was resolved to recommend the Board of Guardians to make the following alterations in the Relief List. Susan May from 3/‐ to 2/‐. Nicholas George from 3/‐ off. William Benitta from 3/‐ off. William Carveth from 6/‐ to 3/‐. Caroline Stapel from 5/‐ to 4/‐. Mary Miners from 2/‐ to 1/6d. Mary Treffry from 2/‐ to 1/6d. and Francis Rose from 2/‐ to 1/6d. [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny R.D. Bone Wm. Hooper John Reed R. Hasselwood James Hotten

[2 Jul 1850 – image 986] July 2, 1850 At a Monthly Vestry held this 2nd day of July 1850 the Relief List was examined and it was resolved to make a Rate at Eight Pence in the Pound to defray the expenses of the maintainance of the Poor for the ensuing quarter [signed] W.W. Downing Richd. Ward

[6 Aug 1850 – image 986] Augst 6, 1850 At a Vestry held this 6th day of Augst 1850 the Relief List was examined it was Resolved to recommend the Board to make the following alterations in the relief List to reduce the weekly pay of Joseph Sawle from 4/‐ to 2/‐ and to grant Mattw. Griffin 4/‐ per week during sickness [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman W.W. Downing Henry Benny John Reed James Hotten

[1 Oct 1850 – image 986] Oct 1, 1850 At a Monthly Vestry held this first day of October 1850 the Relief List was examined and it was Resolved to make a Rate at Eight Pence in the Pound to defray the expenses of the maintainance of the Poor for the ensuing quarter [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) W.W. Downing Cornelius Philp James Strongman James Hotten Henry Benny

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At a Monthly Vestry held this 5th day of November 1850 to consider an application made by Mr Strongman to build a wall on part of the Parish wall on the south side of the Bridge across the Bissick Mill Leat that a Committee consisting of William W. Downing, Henry Benny, Reuben D. Bone, John Bassett and John Reed be appointed to take the same into consideration and report to the next Vestry, Also to consider an application made by Messrs William and John Bassett to make a separation in the Rateable Value of their part of Trendeal and that belonging to John P. Peters Esqr. That Robert Trethewy and William W. Downing be appointed to take the same into consideration and make their report at the next Vestry. [signed] R.D. Bone Chairman Henry Benny John Reed John Green John Ferrel R. Hasselwood

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At a Monthly Vestry held this 3rd day of December 1850 to receive the Report of the Committee appointed to consider the application of Mr Strongman as mentioned at the last Vestry adjourned to the next Vestry. Also to receive the Report of Mr Downing and Mr Trethewy appointed at the last Vestry to make a separation in the Rateable Value of Trendeal. That that part of Trendeal belonging to the Messrs Bassetts be Rated at £28 on the Gross Estimated Rental and that part belonging to J.P. Peters Esqr be Rated at £15 on the Gross Estimated Rental [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny James Hotten R.D. Bone Hugh Hotten John Ferrel

[31 Dec 1850 – image 988] Notice Is hereby given that a public Vestry will be held on Tuesday the 4th day of February next at 6 O’Clock in the evening to take into consideration the Rating of Owners instead of Occupiers of Tenements the yearly rateable Value whereof shall not exceed Six Pounds Dated Ladock Dec31st 1850 [signed] Henry Benny W.W. Downing Robert Trethewy R.D. Bone A correct Copy of The above Notice was posted Janry 3, 1851 [signed] John Crocker

[4 Feb 1851 – image 988] Febry 4, 1851 At a public Vestry held this 4th day of February pursuant to the foregoing Notice it is unanimously Resolved to Rate the Owners instead of Occupiers of Tenements the yearly Rateable Value whereof shall not exceed Six Pounds [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Wm. Trebilcock W. Kelley R. Hasselwood

[3 Mar 1851 – image 989] Ladock March 8, 1851 At a Vestry held this 3rd day of March 1851 for the purpose of Appointing proper persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year John Crocker, Richard Ward, Francis Rooke, John Christian Bone and John Miners are duly appointed to the said office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny John Reed John Ferrel Wm. Bassett Wm. Kelley R.D. Bone

[11 Mar 1851 – image 989] Ladock March 11, 1851 At a Vestry held this 11th day of March 1851 for the purpose of appointing Assessors for the ensuing year James Strongman, Thomas Lobb & Thomas Kelley are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly [signed] John Bone John Reed William Bassett Henry Hotten J.H. Retallack John Ferrel James Hotten William Trebilcock

[25 Mar 1851 – image 990] At the Annual Vestry held this 25 day of March 1851 for the purpose of appointing Parish Officers for the ensuing year, Resolved that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers, And that John Crocker be appointed Assistant Overseer at a Salary of £15 per annum [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) James Hendy Henry Benny R.D. Bone James Hotten John Reed W.W. Downing

[3 Jun 1851 – image 990] Ladock June 3, 1851 At a Monthly Vestry held this 3 day of June 1851 It is resolved to recommend the Board to reduce the relief granted to Nicholas George from 3/‐ per week to 2/‐ per week, and to discontinue the Relief granted to Thomas James [signed] Rd. Hasselwood Chairman Robert Trethewy John Ferrel Richard Hocking

[1 Jul 1851 – image 991] Ladock July 1st 1851 At a Vestry held this 1st day of July 1851 to consider the Rateable Value of Bonds’s Tenement adjourned to the next Vestry It was resolved to make a Rate at 6 Pence in the Pound to defray the expenses of the Poor for the ensuing quarter [signed] R.F.Wise Chairman James Hotten

[5 Aug 1851 – image 991] Ladock Aug 5th, 1851 At a Vestry held this 5th day of Augt. 1851 to consider the Rateable Value of Bonds’s Tenement, It is resolved to continue the Rateable to the same amount as before. [signed] Henry Benny Chairman James Hotten William Trebilcock Robert Trethewy

[2 Mar 1852 – image 991] Ladock March 2nd 1852 At a Vestry held this 2nd day of March 1852 for the purpose of nominating proper persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year Richd. Ward, Francis Rooke, William Gatley, Jno. Miners, Thos. Lobb, Jno. Vincent, are duly nominated to the said office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Robert Trethewy Henry Benny

[23 Mar 1852 – image 991] At a Vestry held this 23rd day of March 1852 for the purpose of appointing Parish Officers for the ensuing year, Resolved that Robt. Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to serve the Office of Overseers. And that John Crocker be appointed Assistant Overseer at a Salary of £15 per Annum. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) W.W. Downing Richard Ward Thomas Kelley John Ferrel Henry Benny

[23 Mar 1852 – image 992] Ladock March 23rd, 1852 At a Vestry held this day for the purpose of appointing Assessors for the ensuing year James Strongman & Thos. Kelly are duly appointed to the said Office Accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) W.W. Downing Robert Trethewy Richard Ward John Ferrel Henry Benny

[15 Jul 1852 – image 992] Ladock July 15, 1852 At a Vestry held this day to take into consideration the Suspended Order of Removal of William Carveth and his family it was resolved to obtain advice on the said Order and that the Assistant Overseer be instructed to act accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Henry Benny Robert Trethewy James Hotten

[5 Oct 1852 – image 992] Ladock Octr 5, 1852 At a Vestry held this day it was resolved that the Assistant Overseer take the necessary steps to prosecute Mary Ann Miners for deserting her child and leaving it chargeable to this Parish [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Robert Trethewy William Kelley James Hotten

[22 Feb 1853 – image 993] Ladock Febry 22, 1853 At a Vestry held this 23rd [sic] day of February 1853 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of appointing Constables for the ensuing year John Miners, Francis Rooke, Richard Ward, Thomas Lobb, James Crocker, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, Robert Hotten, William Gatley and Henry Stuthridge are appointed accordingly. Also for the appointment of Assessors for the ensuing year James Strongman and Thomas Lobb are duly appointed to the said Office accordingly. Also to take into consideration the application of Matthew Griffin for a Sum of Money towards apprenticing his son James Griffin to a Shoemaker adjourned [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny James Hotten James Strongman Thomas Kelley Joseph Pearce Christopher Whitford Robert Trethewy John Tank James Duston Thomas Lobb

[28 Mar 1853 – image 993] Ladock March 28, 1853 At the Annual Vestry held this 28th day of March 1853 to examine the Parish Officers Accounts for the past year and for appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing Resolved that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to fill the Office of Overseer for the year ensuing [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny John Francis James Matthews Henry Doble C. Whitford James Hotten

[3 May 1853 – image 994] Ladock May 3, 1853 At a Vestry held this 3rd day of May 1853 to take into consideration the Application of George Simmons Esqr. to have a Road repaired through Hendra Common and his refusal to pay the Highway Rate until the same is repaired. It is unanimously resolved that as the said Road is not and never was a Parish Road that the Application be refused, and that the Collector be requested to again demand the amount of the said Rate and in case of refusal that proper steps be taken to secure the same [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny James Hotten Robert Trethewy Henry Hotten Henry Doble

[12 Jul 1853 – image 994] Ladock July 12, 1853 At a Vestry held this 12th day of July pursuant to public Notice to take into consideration the propriety of reducing the Rateable Value of the Parish it appears to the Vestry that no advantage would be derived therefrom considering the trouble it would involve [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny John Francis Robert Trethewy James Hotten

[14 Mar 1854 – image 995] Ladock March 14, 1854 At a Vestry held this 14th day of March 1854 pursuant to public Notice for the purpose of nominating proper persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year John Miners, James Crocker, Richard Ward, Thomas Lobb, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, William Gatley, Henry Stuthridge, Robert Hotten and John Hugh are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny William Hooper James Hotten

[25 Mar 1854 – image 995] Ladock March 25, 1854 At the Annual Vestry held this 25 day of March 1854 pursuant to public notice to examine the Overseers and Waywardens Accounts for the past year and to appoint Overseers and Waywardens for the year ensuing, Resolved that Robert Trethewy and William Hooper be appointed to fill the Office of Overseers for the year ensuing [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny Henry Doble James Hotten

[10 Oct 1854 – image 995] Octr 10, 1854 At a Vestry held this 10th day of October 1854 pursuant to public Notice to consider an application made to increase the Rateable Value of a House at Bissick now in the occupation of Mrs. Bone. It is unanimously resolved that it appears sensible that the application be refused [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny James Hotten Henry Doble R. Hasselwood Cornelius Philp Wm. Moore Robert Trethewy

[6 Mar 1855 – image 996] Ladock March 6th 1855 At a Vestry held this sixth day of March 1855 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of nominating proper persons, duly qualified, to fill the Office of constables during the ensuing year John Miners, James Crocker, Richard Ward, John Hugh, Thomas Lobb, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, William Gatley, Henry Stuthridge & Robert Hotten are duly nominated accordingly to the said Office [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny James Hotten William Hooper Henry Doble

[26 Mar 1855 – image 996] Ladock March 26th 1855 At the Annual Vestry held this 26th day of March 1855 pursuant to Public notice to examine Overseers & Waywardens Accounts for the past year & to appoint Overseers and Waywardens for the year ensuing – it was resolved to nominate Mr Hooper, Mr Hotten, Mr Francis, Mr Whitford, Mr Trethewy for appointment as Overseers & to appointment Mr Bone & Mr Doble as Waywardens [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Doble Henry Benny

[26 Jun 1855 – image 996] Ladock June 26, 1855 At a Vestry held this 26th day of June 1855 pursuant to public notice to take into consideration the Rateable Value of Treveal and Stencoose it is recommended to Rate the same to the sum of £128 on the Gross Estimated Rental and £115‐4 on the Rateable Value according to the present valuation [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny William Hooper Robert Hotten

[31 Jul 1855 – image 997] Ladock July 31, 1855 At a Vestry held this 31st day of July pursuant to public notice, it is proposed by Mr. Doble and seconded by Mr. Hooper that a Committee be appointed to examine the Rateable Value of the Parish and report thereon. That the Overseers and Churchwardens and Mr. Doble, Mr. John Hotten and Mr. Bassett and Mr. Whitford form the Committee [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Wm. Hooper Henry Doble Robert Hotten John Hotten James Hotten John Francis Christopher Whitford

[2 Oct 1855] Ladock Octr 2nd, 1855 At a Vestry held this 2nd day of October 1855 the Committee appointed at the last Vestry to examine the Rateable Value of the Parish and report thereon having met and examined the Rateable Value recommend that a Committee be appointed to Revise the same [signed] H. Doble Chairman Henry Benny Wm. Hooper John Hotten James Hotten John Francis James Matthews Dissentient James Hendy

Resolved that the Churchwardens and Overseers Proposed by Mr Francis and seconded by Mr Matthews that the Churchwardens and Overseers and Mr. Doble, Mr. John Hotten, Mr. Bassett and Mr. Whitford form the Committee for that purpose [signed] John Francis James Matthews

[8 Oct 1855 – image 998] At a Committee Meeting held this 8th day of October appointed to revise the Rates, it was proposed by Mr. Whitford that the Committee revise the Rate according to the best of their judgement this being seconded by Mr Jas. Hotten it was carried [signed] Henry Doble Chairman Henry Benny Wm. Hooper John Hotten James Hotten John Bassett Christopher Whitford

[23 Oct 1855 – image 998] Ladock Oct 23, 1855 At a Vestry held this 23rd day of October 1855 the report of the Committee appointed to Revise the Rateable |Value of the Parish having been read to the meeting it was proposed to the Vestry and carried that the Rate be altered according to their report [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Robert Trethewy Richard Ward [3 Mar 1856 – image 999] Ladock March 3rd, 1856 At a Vestry held this 3rd day of March 1856 pursuant to public Notice for the purpose of nominating proper persons to fill the Offices of Assessors and Constables for the ensuing year James Strongman and Richard Ward are duly nominated to the Office of Assessors and John Miners, James Crocker, James Matthews, John Hugh, Thomas Lobb, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, William Gatley, Henry Stuthridge and Robert Hotten are duly nominated to the Office of Constables [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Henry Benny Henry Doble John Francis J. Crocker Junr James Hotten

[25 Mar 1856 – image 999] Ladock March 25, 1856 At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1856 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of nominating proper persons to fill the Office of Overseers for the ensuing year, William Hooper, James Hotten, John Francis, Christopher Whitford and Robert Trethewy are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Henry Doble Thomas Tank Richard Ward John Hotten Edward Tank J. Crocker Junr

[17 Feb 1857 – image 1000] Ladock Febry 17, 1857 At a Vestry held this 17th day of February 1857 pursuant to public notice the following persons are nominated to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year, John Miners, James Crocker, James Matthews, John Hugh, Thomas Lobb, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, William Gatley, Henry Stuthridge and Robert Hotten. A Resolution was also moved by Mr. Benny and seconded by Mr. Doble and carried unanimously that the Poor Law Board be recommended to allow Elizabeth Pollard the sum of Eight Pound for the purpose of emigrating to America [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Doble Henry Benny Wm. T. Michell Richard Ward John Hotten Richard Tremain James Hotten James Matthews Wm. Hooper

[24 Mar 1857 – image 1000] Ladock March 24th, 1857 At a Vestry held this 24th day of March 1857 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of nominating proper Persons to fill the Office of Overseers for the ensuing year William Hooper, James Hotten, John Francis, Christopher Whitford and Robert Trethewy are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Henry Doble Richard Tremain William T. Michell Christopher Whitford Robert Trethewy Richard Ward Abel Pearce

[2 Mar 1858 – image 1000] March 2nd, 1858 At a Vestry held this 2nd day of March 1858 pursuant to public notice for the purpose of nominating proper Persons to fill the Office of Constables for the ensuing year John Miners, James Matthews, James Crocker, John Hugh, John Vincent, Robert Vincent, William Gatley, Henry Stuthridge, Thomas Lobb, Robert Hotten and James Dustow are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman James Hotten James Strongman

[1 Mar 1858 – image 1001] Ladock March 1, 1858 At a Vestry held this 1st day of March 1858 to nominate proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors for the ensuing year, Richard Ward, John Hotten and John Francis are duly nominated to the said office accordingly [signed] R.F.Wise (Chairman) Henry Doble Henry Benny James Strongman William T. Michell William Hooper James Hotten

[25 Mar 1858 – image 1001] Ladock March 1st, 1858 [sic] At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1858 to nominate proper persons to fill the Office of Overseers for the ensuing year; Henry Benny, John Crocker, John Francis, Robert Trethewy and Christopher Whitford are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Richard Tremain Henry Doble William T. Michell Thomas Tank James Hotten Edward Tank William Hooper

[1 Jun 1858 – image 1002] Ladock June 1st 1858 At a Vestry held this 1st day of June 1858 It was moved by Mr. Doble and seconded by Mr. Michell that Mr. Benny the Surveyor be requested to summon before the Magistrates James Crocker to show cause why he has not removed the Dung and Rubbish now lying in the Highway in this Parish due Notice of the same having been given to the said James Crocker [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Doble James Hotten William T. Michell John Francis Richard Ward

[31 Aug 1858 – image 1002] Ladock Augt. 31st. 1858 At a Vestry held this 31st day of August 1858 It was proposed by Mr. Tremain and seconded by Mr. Whitford that John Crocker be instructed to call on Mr. Hendy to fulfil his part of the Contract entered at a Vestry held 12 day of December 1842 by the payment of Two Pound in confirmation of that agreement in building Bridge &c [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) R. Tremain Henry Doble C. Whitford

[1 Mar 1859 – image 1003] Ladock March 1st 1859 At a Vestry held this 1st day of March 1859 to nominate proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors for the ensuing year John Francis Christopher Whitford and Henry Hotten are duly nominated to the said Office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) James Hotten William Hooper Thomas Tank James Strongman Wm. T. Michell Edward Tank

[25 Mar 1859 – image 1003] Ladock March 25, 1859 At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1859 to nominate proper persons to fill the Office of Overseers for the ensuing year Christopher Whitford, Richard Ward, John Francis, John Hotten and William Hooper are duly nominated to fill the said Office accordingly It was proposed by Mr. Matthews & seconded by Mr. Hooper that a vote of thanks be given to Mr. John Crocker for his efficient services as assistant Overseer for sixteen years which was carried unanimously [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) John Hotten Henry Hotten John Green Thomas Tank Charles Keast John Francis James Hotten

[26 Jul 1859 – image 1003] Ladock 26th July 1859 At a Vestry held this 26th day of July It was resolved that an order be given to Susanna Martin to go into the Union House untill further enquiries be made as to her settlement

[1 Nov 1859 – image 1004 & 1005] November 1st, 1859 At a Vestry held this 1st day of November 1859 it was agreed that Mr. Wm. Juleff should be permitted to erect upon the Bridge wall at Bissick a portion of wall not exceeding nine feet in height for which he is to pay as an acknowledgement 2d. per annum [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richard Tremain William T. Michell James Hotten John Francis Richard Ward Christr. Whitford

[6 Dec 1859 – image 1004 & 1005] Ladock Decr. 6th, 1859 At a Vestry held this 6th day of Decr. Pursuant to public notice to take into consideration the case of Thos. Yelland it was proposed by Mr. Michell and seconded by Mr. Francis that he be allowed one shilling & sixpence per week [signed] Henry Benny William T. Michell Joseph White Edward Tank John Francis

[26 Mar 1860 – image 1006] Ladock March 26th, 1860 At a Vestry held this 26th day of March 1860 to nominate proper persons to fill the office of Overseers for the ensuing year Richard Ward, John Francis, John Hotten, William Hooper, Thomas Tank are duly nominated to fill the said office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richard Tremain Henry Benny William T. Michell Robert Trethewy Thomas Tank Wm. Hooper James Hotten

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Ladock March 26th, 1860 At a Vestry held this 26th day of March 1860 to nominate proper persons to fill the Office of Assessors for the ensuing year Richard Ward & John Francis are duly nominated to fill the said office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richard Tremain Henry Benny William T. Michell Robert Trethewy Thomas Tank James Hotten

[5 Feb 1861 – image 1007] February 5th 1861 At a Vestry held this day it was agreed to permit Mr. Wm. Juleff at his request to erect upon the bridge wall adjoining his premises a wall not exceeding 3 feet in height for which he is to pay as an acknowledgement 2d. per annum in addition to the 2d. per annum agreed to be paid as an acknowledgement for a former grant made Nov 1st 1859 [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) William T. Michell Richard Ward John Francis

[25 Mar 1861 – image 1007] March 25, 1861 At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1861 to nominate proper persons to fill the office of Assessors for the ensuing year Mr. Richd. Ward & Mr. John Francis are duly nominated to fill the said office accordingly [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Richard Tremain William T. Michell Richd. P. Martin Robert Trethewy

[25 Mar 1861 – image 1007] At a Vestry held this 25th day of March 1861 to nominate Overseers for the ensuing year, Messrs. Ward, Francis, John Hotten, William Hooper & Thos. Tank were duly nominated for election to that office [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Richard Tremain William T. Michell Richd. P. Martin Robert Trethewy

[25 Mar 1862 – image 1008] March 25, 1862 At a Vestry held this 25th of March 1862 Mr. Richd. Ward & Mr. John Francis were duly nominated to fill the office of Assessors for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richd. Tremain William T. Michell John H. Michell Henry Benny John Hotten Edward Tank Wm. Hooper Rd. P. Martin At a Vestry held this 25th March 1862 Messrs. Ward, Francis, John Hotten, William Hooper and Thos. Tank were nominated to fill the office of Overseers [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richd. Tremain William T. Michell John H. Michell Henry Benny Edward Tank James Matthews Rd. P. Martin

[6 May 1862 – image 1008] May 6th 1862 It was proposed by Mr. Martin & seconded by Mr. Hotten that the Parish Doctor be requested to visit Elizabeth Harvey to ascertain whether she be fit for removal to the Truro W.H. Carried unanimously [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) R. Tremain Thomas Tank James Matthews John Francis

[26 May 1862 – image 1009] May 26 1862 At a Vestry held this 26 day of May 1862 It was proposed by Mr. Witford and seconded by Mr. James Hotton that Elizabeth Harvey be removed to the Union Workhouse forthwith Carried unanimously by [signed] R.P. Martin (Chairman) Fras. Rooke Christr. Whitford William T. Michell Wm. Hooper Joseph White John H. Michell Joseph Pearce James Hotten John Hotten James Matthews Thomas Tank Richard Ward John Francis

[11 Nov 1862 – image 1009] November 11th 1862 At a Vestry duly convened for the purpose of taking into consideration the new Parochial Assessments Act it was proposed by Mr. Tremain and seconded by Mr. Martin that a committee be appointed consisting of five to assist the Overseers in preparing the Valuation Lists, as required, which was carried unanimously. The committee to consist of Messrs. Tremain, Martin, Tank, Matthews & Benny [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richd. Tremain R.P. Martin Wm Hooper N.M. Cocking Jos. Pearce E. Tank Robert Hotten Thomas Fillery? James Dustowe Wm. Biddick John Retallack James Matthews Thomas Tank John Francis Richard Ward [25 Mar 1863 – image 1010] March 25, 1863 At a Vestry held this day for the purpose of appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing when Messrs. Ward, Francis, James Hotten, Edwd. Tank and Jno. Crocker were duly nominated to fill the office of Overseers [signed] Hy. Benny (Chairman) R. Tremain R.P. Martin Jas. Keast W.T. Michell C. Whitford Henry Harris Wm. Hooper Robert Trethewy John Hotten J.V. Hugh? Wm Biddick Aaron Beck At a Vestry held this day persuant to Public Notice when Messrs. Ward & Francis were appointed to fill the office of Assessors for the ensuing year [signed] Hy. Benny (Chairman) R. Tremain R.P. Martin Jas. Keast W.T. Michell C. Whitford Henry Harris Wm. Hooper Robert Trethewy Wm Biddick

[29 Mar 1864 – image 1010] March 29 1864 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to notice for the purpose of nominating & appointing Parish Officers for the year ensuing Messrs. Richard Ward, John Francis, James Hotten, Edward Tank and John Crocker were duly nominated as fit & proper persons to fill the Office of Overseers – Messrs. Richard Ward & John Francis to fill the Office of Assessors ‐ & that Mr. John Francis be nominated to the Board of Guardians as collector at a sum of £17‐10 per ann. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Rd. P. Martin Henry Benny Richard Tremain William T. Michell Christr. Whitford James Keast Robert Trethewy Joseph Pearce John Hy. Michell It was then moved by Mr. Tremain & seconded by Mr. Whitford & carried unanimously that this meeting be adjourned until the 7th of April next at 7 o’clock for the purpose of appointing a Waywarden for the ensuing year in the pursuance of the Act. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[7 Apr 1864 – image 1011] At a Vestry duly convened this seventh day of April 1864 Mr. Henry Benny was duly elected as Waywarden for this Parish for the year ensuing [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richard Tremain William T. Michell Richd. Ward James Hotten John Francis

[26 Apr 1864 – image 1011] April 26th 1864 Pursuant to due notice a Vestry was holden this day to reconsider the resolution carried at the last meeting holden March 29 1864 viz that Mr. John Francis be nominated to the Board of Guardians as a collector at a sum of £17‐10 per ann. – whereupon it was resolved unanimously that such resolution be rescinded and that Mr. John Francis be appointed to collect the several Parochial rates at a salary of £17‐10 and that a private rate be levied of 1d. in the pound [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Richd. P. Martin James Hotten ` Henry Benny William T. Michell John Hotten Wm. Hooper Henry Hotten Robert Hotten

[6 Nov 1864 – image 1012] Novr. 6th. 1864 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to public Notice it was resolved that Mr. Hy. Williams application be refused and he be recommended to turn in at Newmills instead of at Bodigga [signed] Hy. Benny (Chairman) John Francis Richd. Ward Wm. T. Michell John Vercoe John Hy. Michell

[14 Feb 1865 – image 1012] Ladock Febry 14th 1865 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to public Notice, for the purpose of appointing Assessors for the ensuing year, when James Hotten and Edward Rank were nominated to fill the said Office [signed] Hy. Benny (Chairman) John Francis Richd. Ward William T. Michell

[25 Mar 1865 – image 1012] March 25 1865 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to public notice it was proposed by Mr. Martin seconded by Mr. Thos. Tank that Mr. Jas. Hotten, Mr. Edwd. Tank, Mr. Thos. Tank & Mr. Wm. Hooper be nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year, it was moved as an amendment by Mr. Tremaine & seconded by Mr. Whitford that Mr. Ward & Mr. Francis, Mr. W, Mitchell & Mr. ? be nominated as Overseers. The original proposition having been carried by a show of hands a poll was demanded by Mr. Tremain to be taken immediately after the conclusion of other business & to remain open till 5 o’clock. It was proposed by Mr. Tremaine seconded by Mr. Ward that Mr. Benny be nominated as the Waywarden for the ensuing year. It was proposed as an amendment by Mr. Jas. Hotten & seconded by Mr. Thos. Tank that Mr. Martin be nominated as Waywarden for the ensuing year. The amendment being carried by a majority of hands a poll was demanded by Mr. Tremain to be taken immediately after the conclusion of other business & to remain open till [image 1013] four o’clock. It was proposed by Mr. Tremaine & seconded by Mr. Whitford that Me. Benny be nominated as Assistant Overseer for the ensuing year at £17‐10 per ann. – it was moved as an amendment by Mr. Martin & seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten that Mr. Strongman be nominated to that office at £12 per ann. – the amendment was carried by a show of hands, upon which a poll was demanded by Mr Tremaine Vestry Room 5 o’clock 15” The poll having been taken & closed the result declared is that Messrs. Jas. Hotten, & Edwd. Tank, Mr. Thos. Tank & Mr. Hooper be nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year – also that Mr. Martin be nominated as Way Warden for the ensuing year & that Mr. Strongman be nominated as Assistant Overseer & Collector at a salary of £12 per ann. for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman R. Tremain R.P. Martin Thomas Tank

[2 May 1865 – image 1013] At a vestry held this 2 day May pursuant to public notice for revising the Out Door Paupers Relief List, it being agreed that Henry Juliff’s pay be reduced to 6/‐ per week or that he go to the house [signed] Richd. P. Martin Chairman William T. Michell James Matthews Edward Tank John Francis John Hy. Michell James Hotten

[3 Jul 1865 – image 1013] At a Vestry held this 3rd day of July 1865 pursuant to due notice the Pauper list was examined and approved, and it was resolved that a request be made to the late parish officers that they deliver up to their successors in office all rate books & other papers relating to sums paid or received during their period of office [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) R.P. Martin James Matthews John Hotten Edwd. Tank James Hotten

[3 Oct 1865 – image 1014] Oct 3rd, 1865 At a vestry held this day pursuant to public notice it was resolved that John Manuell and his wife be allowed three shillings a week as Outdoor Relief [signed] Richd. P. Martin (Chairman) James Hotten Edward Tank James Matthews John Hotten James Strongman [31 Oct 1865 – image 1014] Oct 31st 1865 At a Vestry held this day persuant to Public Notice the paupers list was examined it was thought that Henry Juleffs pay be reduced to 6/‐ per week Also that the Bridge at Little Trendeal which is asked for be objected to [signed] Richd. P. Martin (Chairman) James Hotten James Matthews John Hotten Edward Tank William T. Michell John Francis Richd. Tremain

[7 Dec 1865 – image 1014] Dec 7 1865 At a vestry held this day pursuant to Public Notice the pauper list was revised & it was proposed by Mr. Whitford & seconded by Mr. Hooper that any alteration in the Valuation list should be left to the Assessment Committee in the usual way An amendment was proposed by Mr. T. Tank seconded by Mr. Martin – that a committee be appointed by the parish to assist the Overseers in revising and adjusting the Valuation list and carried Proposed & carried that Mr. Jas. Hotten, Mr. Keast & Mr. Wm. Kellow be appointed on the above committee [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman James Matthews James Soper Rd. P. Martin Richd. Ward ` Henry Benny C. Whitford Richd. Tremain Thomas Tank John Hotten William T. Michell John Miners John Vercoe Wm. Hooper James Hotten Wm. Biddick John Hy. Michell

[8 Jan 1866 – image 1015] 8th January 1866 At a vestry held this day pursuant to public notice duly given, it was proposed by Mr. Martin seconded by Mr. Hugo that Notice be given to the Board of Guardians that they wish them to appoint Mr. Jas. Strongman as Collector for the parish of Ladock at a salary of £16 per ann. which was carried Nem. Con. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richd. P. Martin Thomas Tank James Hotten Edward Tank E.M. Udye? John Hotten Robert Hotten

[6 Feb 1866 – image 1015] Feb. 6th 1866 At a vestry held this day pursuant to public notice it was resolved that Mr. Martin be requested to consult the clerk of the Highway Board as to the legal manner of levying a rate as required to meet present demand by the Highway Board It was proposed by Mr. Matthews & seconded by Mr. Hotten that Mr. Thomas Tank & Mr. Strongman be elected as Assessors for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny William T. Michell John Vercoe John Hy. Michell R.P. Martin John Hotten James Matthews Edward Tank James Hotten

[27 Feb 1866 – image 1016] Febry 27 / 66 At a vestry held this day pursuant to public Notice, the Paupers list was revised and Past. It was also Proposed by Mr. Hugo seconded by Mr Matthews that the Road called My Lord Road with that Road called Trethurffe Road be let to keep in in Repare for 3 years subject to such Conditions as shall be agreed to by the Vestry also that the Annual Vestry be held on Monday 26 day of March and that all future Monthly Vestry be held on Monday in stead of Tuesday The above been agreed to unanimusly [signed] Richd. P. Martin (Chairman) James Hotten Edward Tank James Matthews Thomas Tank John Vercoe

[26 Mar 1866 – image 1016] March 26th Monday 1866 At the annual Vestry held this day it was proposed by Mr. Thomas Tank seconded by Mr. Hugo that Mr. Jas. Hotten, Edward Tank, Thos. Tank & Mr. Hooper be nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year – carried It was proposed by Mr. Matthews seconded by Mr. Jas Hotten & carried that Mr. Martin be the Way Warden for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Henry Benny Richard Tremain Joseph Pearce James Matthews Thomas Tank

[9 Apr 1866 – image 1017] April 9th 1866 At a vestry held according to due notice this day, for the purpose of appointing a Person to value the parish, under the new Assessment Act, it was proposed by Mr. Tremain and seconded by Mr. Martin – “That in lieu thereof, the dispute now existing between the ratepayers of the parish of Ladock as to the justice of the rating – be referred to the Assessment Committee ‐ & that their decision be accepted as final – This proposition was duly put and carried [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) Richard Tremain Mr. Wm. Kellow Richd. P. Martin Joseph White James Hotten James Juleff Edward Tank Edward Letcher Thomas Tank John Hotten Robert Hotten James Matthews Henry Hotten William T. Michell James Dustow Henry Benny William Beel Richd. Ward Thomas Ward

[7 May 1866 – image 1017] May 7 1866 At A Vestry held this day pursuant to Public Notice the Paupers list was revised & allowed – When Mr. James Matthews Proposed which was seconded by Mr. Thos. Tank that the Parish Doctor be requested to Visit Elizth. Harvey to see if she is removable to the Union Work house It was Proposed by Mr. James Matthews seconded by Mr. Joseph White that all those Roads called My Lords & Trethurffe Roads be let for 3 years from Ladyday 66 for the sum of £295 per year with £2 Added for filling up the gates? for 1 year – as per conditions of Highway Board – To Joseph Juleff [signed] Rd. P. Martin (Chairman) James Hotten Thomas Tank James Matthews Robert Hotten William Biddick Joseph White H. Hotten John Hotten John Rowe John Hugh Joseph Sleeman E. Merrifield R. Vincent Edward Tank

[3 Mar 1867 – image 1018] March 3rd 1867 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to due notice a bill was presented by the Overseers & Committee for making a new Valuation list for the Parish of Ladock & attending the Assessment Committee It was proposed by Mr. Matthews & seconded by Mr. Hugo – That the bill be withdrawn, and a new bill be made out in the name of the Overseers for time expended in making a new Valuation list &c at the usual charges with particulars ‐ & carried [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[25 Mar 1867 – image 1018] March 25 1867 At a vestry held this day pursuant to public notice – The Paupers list was revised Proposed by Mr Hotten seconded by Mr. Thomas Tank that Mr. E. Tank & Mr. Hugo be nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year Proposed by Mr. James Hotten & seconded by Mr. Tank that Mr. Matthews & Mr. Robt. Hotten be added to the list of persons nominated to be added to the list of overseers nominated for the ensuing year – carried Proposed by Mr. Hugo seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten that Mr. Matthews be nominated as Way Warden for the ensuing year – carried Proposed by Mr. Tremain seconded by Mr. Mitchell & carried that the Overseers accounts be produced in future at the Annual Vestry [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[8 Apr 1867 – image 1019] April 8th 1867 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to due notice a bill was presented by the Overseers for the revaluation &c of the Parish of Ladock with particulars as requested by resolution of Vestry held March 3 1867 It was proposed by Mr. Benny & seconded by Mr. Ward that the bill be not allowed An amendment was moved by Mr. Matthews seconded by Mr. John Hotten that the bill be allowed & paid The amendment was carried [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman Thomas Tank

[1 Jul 1867 – image 1019] July 1st 1867 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to notice – to take into consideration the state of the highways – It was proposed by Mr. Smith & seconded by Mr. Thomas Tank that Joseph Juleff should continue his contract & should have his money as agreed for An amendment was made by Mr. Ward & seconded by Mr. Biddick that the matter be left at the discretion of the Highway Board The proposition was carried [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman) George Biddick James Hotten Joseph White Thomas Tank Edward Tank Thos. Smith

[2 Mar 1868 – image 1020] March 2nd, 1868 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to due notice there were present Messrs. Tremain, Jas. Hotten, Francis, Whitford, Matthews, Vercoe, Biddick It was proposed by Mr. Whitford & seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten that Mr. Strongman be appointed Assessor for the ensuing year & carried Nem. Con. It was proposed by Mr. Jas. Hotten & seconded by Mr. Tremain that Mr. Thos. Tank be appointed Assessor for the ensuing year & carried Nem. Con. It was proposed by Mr. Whitford & seconded by Mr. Francis – that Mr. Tweedy be offered 10/‐ per ann. For taking the Forgue road off & keeping it in repair on his own responsibility ‐ & carried Nem. Con. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[26 Mar 1868 – image 1020] March 26 1868 At the Annual Vestry held this day according to due notice Present Messrs. Tremain, Whitford, Matthews, Mitchell, Benny, Hugoe, John Hotten, Jas. Hotten, Edwd. Tank, Ward & several others The Rev. R.F. Wise was nominated Guardian for the ensuing year It was proposed by Mr. Mitchell & seconded by Mr. Ward that Mr. Francis & Mr. Aaron Beel & Mr. Pearce be nominated Overseers for the ensuing year An amendment proposed by Mr. Jas. Hotten seconded by Mr. Thos. Tank that Mr. Edwd. Tank, Mr. Hugoe & Mr. Pearce be nominated the Overseers for the ensuing year The amendment carried by show of hands on which a poll was demanded It was proposed by Mr. Hugo & seconded by Mr. Thos. Tank that Mr. Trethewy be appointed Way Warden for the ensuing year An amendment was proposed by Mr. Benny & seconded by Mr. Tremain that Mr. Whitford be appointed Way Warden for the ensuing year The original proposition carried by show of hands, on which a poll was [image 1021] demanded. The poll will be opened tomorrow the 27th March at 4 o’clock p.m. to close at six p.m. [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[27 Mar 1868 – image 1021] March 27th 1868 According to resolution of Vestry a poll was duly opened in the Vestry room of the parish at 4 o’clock p.m. for the purpose of nomination of Overseers & Way Warden whereupon Mr. Hugoe Mr. E. Tank & Mr. Pearce were elected to be nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year & Mr. Whitford appointed as Way Warden [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman

[31 Aug 1868 – image 1021] At a Vestry held this day 31st of August to take in consideration the Basis of a New County Rate. It was purposed by Mr. Whitford and seconded by Mr. Benny that the Overseers with Mr. Wise and Richd. Tremain do consult the Clerk of the Union Assessment Committee on the subject [signed] Richard Tremain Chairman

[28 Sep 1868 – image 1021] At a Vestry held this 28th of September to take in consideration the Basis for a New County Rate. It was purposed by Mr. Hotten and seconded by Mr. Whitford that the Overseers be requested to consult Mr. Marrach? whether it was necessary to give notice to the Overseers of the Parishes of St Erme and Probus to be allowed to compare their County Basis with our own, and if necessary they are to give the necessary Notice [signed] Richard Tremain Chairman

[21 Dec 1868 – image 1022] At a vestry held this day the 21st of December to take in consideration the Supplemental Valuation List that was returned by the Assessment Committee, It was proposed by Mr. Matthews and seconded by Mr. Rose that the Vestry should assist the Overseers in determining the amounts in the Supplemental List. After going through the returned List, it was determined that no alterations could be made [signed] Richard Tremain (Chairman)

[25 Mar 1869 – image 1022] March 25 1869 At the Annual Vestry held this day according to due Notice, Present Messrs. Tremain, Hugo, Benny, Jas. Hotten, Tank, Ward, W. Michell & several others The Revd. R.F. Wise was nominated Guardian for the enduing year It was proposed by Mr. Tank & seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten That Messrs. Hugo, R. Hotten, Matthews & Vincent be nominated for Overseers It was moved as an amendment by Mr. Ward seconded by Mr. Robins That Mr. Wm. Michell & Mr. Aaron Beel be substituted for the names of Messrs Hugo & Hotten Shew of hands in favour of proposition & carried It was proposed by Mr. Hugo seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten that Mr. Matthews be nominated Way Warden It was moved by Mr. Tremain as amendment that Mr. Whitford be nominated for that office, seconded by Mr. Wm. Michell – Mr. Hugo [image 1023] withdrew his proposition – whereupon Mr. Whitford was nominated as Waywarden for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[25 Mar 1870 – image 1023] March 25 1870 At the Annual Vestry – adjourned to School room after having been duly proposed and seconded – there were Present – R.F. Wise in the Chair, Messrs. Tremaine, Benny, Jas. Hotten, Whitford, Ward, Francis, Matthews, Rose, Jas. Hotten, J. Hotten, John Tank, J. Hotten, W. Mitchell and several others. R.F. Wise clerk was nominated Guardian for the ensuing year by Mr. Wm. Mitchell Messrs. Hugo, Robert Hotten, Matthews & Vincent be nominated for the office of Overseers for the ensuing year proposed by Mr. Jas. Hotten seconded by Mr. Harry Hotten – was carried without dissentient Mr. Whitford was proposed by Mr. Ward seconded by Mr. Benny as Waywarden for the ensuing year Mr. Matthews moved as an amendment which was seconded by Mr. Jas. Hotten that Mr. Hugo be appointed as Waywarden for the ensuing year Whereupon Mr. Ward demanded a poll The poll was fixed by the Chairman to take place immediately upon the conclusion of the business in the vestry to be open for 30 minutes – to be reopened from four to six this afternoon and from four to six tomorrow afternoon [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman

[26 Mar 1870 – image 1023] March 26, 1870. The poll demanded by Mr. Ward having been duly held – resulted in 60 votes for Mr. Whitford and 40 for Mr. Hugo Mr. Whitford is therefore appointed as Way Warden for the ensuing year [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman March 26th 1870

[13 Mar 1871 – image 1024] At a Vestry held this 13th day of March pursuant to public Notice it was proposed by Mr. Michell & seconded by Mr. Robt. Hotten that the annual Meeting be held on the 25th March [signed] Hy. Benny (Chairman)

[25 Mar 1871 – image 1024] March 25 1871 At the Annual Vestry adjourned to the School room after having been duly proposed and seconded – Present Mr. Tremaine, me Benny, Mr. Whitford, Mr. Ward, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Francis, Mr. Pearse, Mr. R. Hotten, Mr. Jas. Hotten, Mr. Beale, Mr. Robins Rev R.F. Wise was nominated as Guardian for the ensuing year by Mr. Tremaine Overseers were nominated after being proposed & seconded in the following order Mr. Pearce, Mr. Dustow, Mr. Hugo, Mr. Robins Mr. Whitford was nominated as Waywarden for the ensuing year Waywardens accounts were presented & summary thereof read to the Meeting Overseers accounts were also read [signed] R.F.Wise Chairman

[24 Apr 1871 – image 1024] April 24 1871 At a Vestry held this evening pursuant to Notice – in reference to the propriety of putting a bridge over Tucking Mill watering & also of widening the road leading from Tucking Mill to Trendeal It was proposed by Mr. Tremain & seconded by Mr. Ward That this parish contribute two pounds towards the erection of such Bridge, provided that St Enoder contribute an equal amount, and that Mr. H. Williams contribute £10 to the same, and also that the said Mr. H. Williams Esq be willing to contribute the sum of an additional £4 towards widening of road leading from Tucking Mill unto Trendeal ‐ & carried unanimously [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman April 24 1871

[26 Mar 1872 – image 1025] March 26th 1872 At the Annual Vestry held this day pursuant to notice the following gentlemen were present Messrs. Tremain, Hugo, Ward, Jas. Hotten, Benny, Robins, R. Hotten, John Hotten, Ferrel, Francis, Dustow, Pearce, Michell, Whitford Overseers accounts were examined and the following gentlemen nominated to be selected from for appointment as Overseers for ensuing year Messrs. Hugo, Dustow, Pearce, Robins Mr. Robins was nominated as Waywarden [signed] R.D. Wise (Chairman)

[25 Mar 1873 – image 1025] March 25 1873 At the Annual Vestry held this day pursuant to notice the following gentlemen were present – Rev R.F. Wise in the Chair, Messrs. Hugo, Matthews, Rose, Robins, Michell, Tremaine, Francis, Beale, Benny, Ward, Dustow, Jas. Hotten Overseers accounts were examined & the following gentlemen nominated to be selected for appointment as Overseers for ensuing year Mr. Hugo, Mr. Dustow, Mr. Jos. Pearce & Mr. Robins Mr. Ward was nominated as Waywarden for the ensuing year It was unanimously resolved that the road leading to the station at Grampound Road, on both sides & taken possession of by G.W.R. Company, on their making a new road, in exchange for the old road, is not liable to be repaired on the part of the Parish of Ladock, being no part of its High Way The pauper list in compliance with notice from Truro Board of Guardians, was revised, in order to ascertain how far the circumstances under which Out Relief was originally granted may be altered &c &c, and [image 1026] and no such alteration was deemed desirable [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[19 Jan 1874 – image 1026] At a vestry held this 19th day of January 1874 a meeting was held according to due notice in reference to a communication from the Clerk of the Peace to approach two fit & intelligent persons to assist the Ordnance Surveyor in correctly ascertaining the Boundaries of the Parish, & pointing out the Estates &c, whereupon it was proposed by Mr. Hugo & seconded by Mr. Michell & carried unanimously that Mr. Strongman & Mr. John Crocker Senr be nominated to that office [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[26 Mar 1874 – image 1026] At a Vestery held this 26 day of March 1874 presuant to Public Notice It was perposed by Mr. Robings and seconded by Mr. Matthews that Mr. Hugo & Mr. Dustow are a pointed Oversees for the ensuing year Mr. J. Pearce Mr. Robings Mr. Ward was nominated as Way Warden for the ensuing year [signed] William T. Michell Chairman

[25 Mar 1875 – image 1026] March 25 1875 At a Vestry held this 25 day of March 1875 according to Notice of Annual Vestry Rev R.F. Wise was nominated Guardian & the following gentlemen nominated for the office of Overseers Mr. Joseph Pearce, Mr. Hugoe, Mr. Robins, Mr. John Gill and Mr. Rd. Ward was nominated as Waywarden It was proposed by Mr. Hugoe & seconded by Mr. Matthews and carried unanimously that Mr. Strongman as Collector be paid £20 per ann. for the future [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[3 Aug 1875 – image 1027] At a Vestry duly convened for the purpose of considering the disputed piece of Road leading from the Grampound Road station – It was unanimously resolved – That the Parish does not accept any responsibility for the repair of that Road Present Mr. Mitchell Mr. Ward Mr. H. Hotten Mr. Pearce Mr. Ferrel Mr. Francis Mr. Dustow Mr. Trethewy Mr. Vercoe Mr. James Hotten [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[7 Nov 1875 – image 1027] At a Vestry held this day for the purpose of considering Mr. Flights letter threatening to indict – the road at Grampound Road – leading to the station on the South side It was Resolved that the Chairman be requested to write to Mr. Flight to state that the Waywarden will be happy to meet him at Grampound Road to demonstrate to him that a gate was fixed by the Railway Company at the ? to that road, & locked – on the opening of the New Road – Consequently the Vestry is of opinion that the G. Rly took possession of the Road in their turn & that they are no longer liable for its repair – signed in behalf of the Vestry [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman 8 Nov / 75

[20 Dec 1875 – image 1028] Dec 20th 1875 At a Vestry held according to notice this day – It was proposed by Mr. Hugoe & seconded by Mr. Gill – That the Parish of Ladock, after having obtained legal advice from two Solicitors, decline to recognise the portion of road leading to Grampound Road Station, in question, as belonging to Ladock – carried unanimously In behalf of the Vestry [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[28 Mar 1876 – image 1029] 1876 At a Vestry held this day the 28th March 1876 pursuant to Notice The Rev W.F. Wise had been nominated Guardian previously – and a vote of confidence was passed in Mr. Wise as Guardian for a series of years The following gentlemen were nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year Messrs. Pearse, Keast, Robins & Gill Mr. Martin was nominated as Waywarden A vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Ward for his efficient discharge of his duties as Waywarden for the last three years proposed by Mr. Keast seconded by Mr. Hugoe & carried unanimously A vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Hugoe for his efficient discharge of his duties as Overseer for the past 7 years – proposed by Mr. Martin & seconded by Mr. Mitchell and carried unanimously [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman

[16 May 1876 – image 1030] At a Vestry held this 16 day of May 1876 in the Vestry Room at Ladock according to due Notice given It was proposed by Mr. James Hotten & seconded by Mr. Henry Hotten and carried unanimously that George Biddick be discharged from working on the Highways of the said Parish [signed] Richard Ward Chairman James Hotten H. Hotten M. Dustow J. Francis Aaron Beel Jeremiah Green William Beel William Gatley James Matthews Robt. Hotten Joseph Sleeman John Ferrel R.P. Martin Joseph Juleff Jas. Strongman

[27 Mar 1877 – image 1030] 1877 27th March 1877 At a Vestry held this day pursuant to legal Notice The following gentlemen were nominated as Overseers for the ensuing year Messrs Pearse, Keast, Robins & Gill Mr. Martin unanimously nominated as Waywarden for the ensuing year Rev R.F. Wise had been previously nominated Guardian Proposed by Mr. Ward & seconded by Mr. Keast “That seeing the importance of erecting a bridge at Boswhiddle Water the Waywarden be requested to confer with Mr. McN. Williams – prior to calling a special Vestry upon the subject” – carried unanimously [signed] R.F. Wise (Chairman)

[25 Jun 1877 – image 1031] At a Vestery held in the Vestery Room this 25th day June 1877 According to Notice given It was Resolved that the further consideration of a Bridge being desirable at Boswiddle Water be defered to a nother Vestery, of which due Notice be given [signed] R.P. Martin Chairman

[upside down on facing page – image 1031] An Assessment for the necessary relief of the Poor and for other purposes in the several Acts of Parliament mentioned relating to the Poor for the Parish of Ladock in the County of Cornwall made and assessed the ___ day of ___ and allowed under the hands of A.B. and C.D. Esquires, two of Her Majesty’s Justices of the Peace acting in and for the said County, being the first rate at ___ pence in the Pound for the present year

[26 Mar 1878 – image 1032] At a Vestry held this day pursuant to legal Notice this 26th day of March 1878 The following gentlemen nominated as Overseers Mr. Robins, Mr. Gill, Mr. Aaron Beel, Mr. Francis The following gentleman Mr. R.P Martin be nominated Waywarden for the ensuing year Boswhiddle Bridge Proposed by Mr. Ward seconded by Mr. Michell – That the Parishioners agree to erect the above Bridge, on Condition that the adjacent Landowners interested contribute £10 – the Estimated Cost being from £20 to £25 – and that the Waywarden be requested to being the above resolution before the notice of the respective Landowners Rev R.F. Wise nominated Guardian by Mr. Michell – and approved A New Minute book to be provided [signed] R.F. Wise Chairman

Transcribed by John Evans