Petty sessions cases (1869)

Post date: Mar 20, 2013 2:36:14 PM

Extract from Maidstone Telegraph 8 May 1869 reporting on Malling Petty sessions

BEERHOUSE CASE AT WATERINGBURY

William Thorpe, beerhouse keeper, Wateringbury, summoned by Supt. Hulse, charged with opening his house in prohibited hours, on Sunday, the 14th of March. Defendant pleaded guilty, and as it was the first offence, he was fined 40s including costs.

THE SLEEPY DRIVER OF WATERINGBURY. John Morgan, drayman, in the employ of Mr Leney, was summoned by Supt. Hulse, charged with being asleep while driving a dray, on the 13th of April, contrary to the Turnpike Act. Defendant said he was guilty, but was not 150 rods from the stable. Supt. Hulse said it occurred at midnight, and the man was very civil. Defendant stated that he lost his hat, and wrapped a sack round his head to keep it warm. To pay a fine of 5s. and 8s. costs. Defendant said he had no means to pay, and supposed must be locked up. Supt. Hulse—He is well known, and asks for time. The Bench allowed the defendant one month. Supt. Hulse—lt won't all come out of his pocket, as Mr Leney's men have a club.