TRECAN GATE PETTY SESSIONS – At these sessions, held on the 1st instant, before the Rev. A. TATHAM, and the Rev. R. BULLER, chairman, the following cases were disposed of. JOSEPH MOORSHEAD and WILLIAM PAYNE, were summoned by the County Police for riding and driving three horses and waggons on the Liskeard turnpike road. They were each fined 1s. and 8s.6d. costs. . GEORGE TOOKER, of St. Neot, was summoned for riding and driving four horses and waggons on the highway in the parish of Duloe, when he was fined as above. Mr. Tooker, on paying, said it was very hard he had to pay towards the maintenance of the police, and now they had brought him up for riding on his own waggon. . SAMUEL COLLINS, who is licensed to sell cider at Highway, Lanteglos, was summoned for having his house open at a quarter after eleven o’clock in the night, and several persons drinking. The case being proved, he was fined 1s. and 9s.6d. costs. . JOHN PEARCE was summoned by RICHARD CONGDON, for an assault. Both parties were at work in a harvest field at Lansallos; in the words of the witness “after yagging for about an hour they came to a scrabble,” when Pearce knocked down Congdon, and he in return tore the shirt off Pearce’s back. The assault being proved, the defendant was fined 5s. and 18s.6d. costs. . JOHN ALFORD, of Penpol, St. Veep, was summoned by Mr. JOHNSON, officer of excise, for concealing a half-pint of illicit spirits (commonly called still liquors) on his premises. Mr. Johnson, with two other officers, were searching the house, when he saw Mrs. Alford take something towards the oven, on which he told her he must search the oven, when she said it could not be opened as it would spoil the bread, but on opening it the oven was cold and empty, with the exception of a bottle containing the above. The defendant was fined in the mitigated penalty of GBP 25 and GBP 2.4s. costs. . HELSTON PETTY SESSIONS – These sessions for the west division of Kerrier were held on the 4th inst., before Sir R. R. VYVYAN, Bart., (chairman), Mr. CHRISTOPHER WALLIS POPHAM, and the Rev. WILLIAM THOMAS. This was the general annual licensing meeting for the division. All the licenses were renewed, but some were withheld in consequence of the parties not appearing to take them up. . GEORGE WHITMORE was committed for one month as a vagrant on the information of Police constable BERNARD, for begging at Mullion churchtown, on the 2nd instant. ALEXANDER STEPHENS was fined 1s. and 15s. expenses for assaulting SILAS ROWE, at Sithney, on the 29th of August. SAMUEL HOSKING was summoned at the instance of the parish officers of Breage, to show cause why he should not contribute towards his wife’s maintenance in the asylum. Mr. HILL appeared for Breage, Mr. PLOMER for defendant. It appeared that defendant’s wife had property worth about GBP 5 a year; the parish receives the rent, the cost of the parish is 8s. per week. An order was made for the defendant to pay 2s.6d. per week to the overseers of Breage. STEPHEN ARTHUR was committed for two months’ hard labour, under the Larceny Summary Jurisdiction Act for stealing a shovel, value 2s., at Breage, on the 24th of August, the property of HUGH STEVENS. Mr. H. ROGERS defended the prisoner. RICHARD MITCHELL was summon! ed for drunkenness; he appeared before the bench drunk, and was ordered into custody. He was on Monday brought before the Rev. W. THOMAS, and fined 1s. and 8s.6d. expences. . CAUTION TO PUBLICANS – On Monday week, at the Penzance Petty Sessions, the Mayor said he had received a note from one of the police officers of that Borough to the effect that two of the innkeepers allow their doors to be open after 11 o’clock, so as to receive arties who come from beer-shops, and thus a great number of persons are about at a later hour than they otherwise would be. Innkeepers, who were so mixed up with the peace and quietness of the town, should not keep their houses open after 11 o’clock at night, and should recollect that magistrates had it in their power to fine or censure for an opposite course. . One of the houses referred to was the “Seven Stars,” kept by Mr. MANNELL, who, it was said, had encouraged parties to come to his house at unseasonable hours and had given the police great trouble. His certificate could not be granted for the present. The “Ship” inn was also reported against – that it was not kept in proper order, and its certificate must be suspended. This should be a caution to other houses. . NARROW ESCAPE FROM BEING DROWNED – The following is from a correspondent, dated Morro Velho, Brazil, July 27th 1858: . There was a narrow escape of a Cornish woman from being drowned on the 24th of July last, in the Roidas Velhas, or old river, in the province of Minas Geraes, about six miles from Morro Velho mines, Brazil. It is the custom when any persons leave Morro Velho for England, for a friend or two to accompany them a part, and sometimes all of the first day’s journey. Mr. EMANUEL CURTIS, on leaving, being highly esteemed, a great many were desirous of accompanying him the first day’s journey, but were disappointed on account of it falling on a day when every person was occupied in cleaning and repairing water courses, and examining and repairing the different parts of machinery connected with the establishment. MRS. MANUEL, in company with Mrs. STEPHENS, volunteered to accompany Mr. Curtis the first day’s journey, their husbands to follow them after they had fulfilled the duties of the day. On their arriving at the above named river which is deep and very wide, Mr. CURTIS took the ! lead in entering the river, some children next, and one or two other females following, and after them, Mrs. Manuel, in a straight line with the rest. . On getting from fourteen to sixteen feet in the river, the horse by some accident fell, immersing its rider in the water, but she remained firmly seated on the back of the animal; the horse made an effort to rise, but fell again, and on rising the third time with its rider still seated, the horse, not recovering the use of its legs properly, fell on its side and began to plunge very much. Seeing this, Mrs. Manuel thought it necessary to clear herself from the saddle, and on doing so she was carried off her legs down the stream at a rapid pace. The lady behind at this time made a shriek, seeing the dangerous position she was in. The shriek was scarcely heard by Mr. Curtis, in consequence of the noise of the water, and being at a great distance looking for the place the horses must get out on the opposite side. Mrs. Manuel by this time had been under water two or three times. . Mr. Curtis on seeing her threw off his hat and pulled off his coat; not having time to take off anything more, he ran and plunged into the water, not in the least regarding his own life. For a time the shrieks of those who could not render assistance were most distressing. Sometimes both could be seen, and at times neither one, but Mr. Curtis being very courageous and an expert swimmer, was not long in getting to the desired object. At one time, when tolerably near, he exclaimed at the top of his voice, “Cheer up Mrs., I’ll be to you as soon as I can,” to which she replied, “I will,” by which Curtis knew that she was still sensible. . On his getting near her, he discovered that she was on her back, with nothing but her face to be seen, and her mouth open. He caught hold of the tips of her fingers, and for a moment or two they were carried down the stream together, but on Curtis getting a footing, he rose himself up out of the water with Mrs. Manuel in his arms, faint and exhausted, but with great joy to those who were watching his exertions. . After standing in the water for a minute or two to recover strength, he gave thanks to God that in that instance they were both spared from a watery grave. Mr. Curtis then removed her out of the water to the edge of the river, and from thence to the house of a Brazilian, and after applying proper restoratives, and seeing her recover a little, he left her in the hands of Mrs. Stephens and others, and proceeded on his journey. Great praise is due to Mr. Curtis in this case; had it not been for him, in a very few minutes life would have been extinct. Mr. Manuel and her husband will ever feel grateful to Mr. Curtis for the noble exertions used by him in saving her life at the risk and peril of his own. . We are happy to state that, after the lapse of five hours, Mrs. Manuel was so recovered as to mount her horse and proceed on her way, to the great delight of the Brazillians and others present at the time. Mr. and Mrs. Manuel are from the parish of Kenwyn. . WESLEYAN SUNDAY SCHOOL – The children’s annual tea in connection with this school at Bodmin, came off on the 1st inst., in Mr. PETHYBRIDGE’s lawn. The weather was very fine, and about 140 visitors favoured the teachers and children with their company at the tea table. After enjoying themselves scrambling for apples, nuts, &c., and being amused with other juvenile sports, the children were addressed by the Rev. Mr. WATSON, and Messrs. MUDGE and TREVERTON. . UNITED METHODIST FREE CHURCH, LISKEARD – On Monday, the 30th of August, the first stone of a new chapel was laid at Bodmin Land. Owing to the proximity of the place to the Caradon mines, a large village has recently sprung up of about 1,000 inhabitants. To meet the spiritual necessities of the place, several friends of the Methodist Free Church had determined to erect a place of worship. On Monday, the 30th ult., a meeting was held, and services were conducted in connection with the laying of the foundation stone. The Rev. C. EDWARDS opened the proceedings, by giving out an appropriate hymn. The Rev. JAMES CLEEVE and Mr. HENRY EDGCOMBE engaged in prayer. Mr. Edwards then gave an address explanatory of the objects to which the building was to be devoted, and announced that Mr. GEORGE STEPHENS, of Cartuther, would lay the stone. Mr. Stephens delivered a short and appropriate address, and in laying the stone offered up prayer. A public tea meeting was held, after which the asse! mbly was addressed in a most effective manner by the above-named speakers, and Mr. THOMAS MOORE, of Liskeard, and Mr. W. BOWHAY. A collection was made, and several subscriptions were announced for the building fund. The chapel will be about twenty feet square, and is expected to cost about GBP 150. LEGAL INTELLIGENCE EXETER DISTRICT COURT OF BANKRUPTCY (Before M. BERE, Esq.) Tuesday, September 7, 1858 Re JOHN PEARD, tailor and draper, of Bridestowe, Cornwall. This was a sitting for certificate. . The Official Assignee (Mr. HIRTZEL) read the following report: The balance-sheet shows on the 31st of December, 1854, a deficiency of assets, as against liabilities of GBP 381.0s.1d. During three years subsequent trading, the profits, estimated at 30 per cent on goods sold, amount to GBP 314.13s.7d. The trade expenses are GBP 254.16s.9d.; the household ditto, GBP 237.10s.6d.; total GBP 489.7s.7d., showing an excess of expenditure over income of GBP 174.13s.8d. In the trade expenses are two heavy items, GBP 46.12s.5d. for discounts, and GBP 77.10s.6d. for interest, and for law costs GBP 12.10s.4d. The charges for maintenance have been calculated at the low rate of 20s. per week for a family of six persons. The amount due to unsecured creditors is GBP 676.0s.10d. The secured creditors calim GBP 180.10s. – one for GBP 100 and interest on a bill of sale on bankrupt’s stock under which GBP 115 had been realized, and the other creditor for GBP 74.15s. holds a security of policy of insurance on bankrupt’s life for GBP 100, the present value of! which is GBP 39. The assets for unsecured creditors are debts called good, GBP 54.6s.2d. There is no chance of any dividend. The bankruptcy is attributed to want of capital. . His HONOR, in giving judgment, observed that Peard became a bankrupt in the beginning of this year. It seemed that he was insolvent as far back as 1854, and that at that time he owed GBP 381 more than he could pay. Probably it would have been far better for the creditors, who would not now receive a dividend, if the bankrupt had come into court and divided what he was then possessed of among his creditors, instead of going on and increasing the amount in the last three years to GBP 300 more. . The bankrupt had not been guilty of any offence under the Bankrupt Act which would justify him in not granting or in suspending his certificate. But as the bankruptcy arose, neither wholly or in part, from unavoidable circumstances, he certainly should not give him a higher certificate than one of the third class. . GWENNAP COTTAGE GARDEN AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY We gave a report last week of the exhibits of this society. We now add the prize list. COTTAGERS’ CLASS – Best basket of Vegetables, name unknown Best 12 round Potatoes - WILLIAM BRAY, Lanner; second best, T. CARPENTER, St. Day; third best, J. HOOPER; extra, W. BRAY. Best 12 Kidney Potatoes – PETER JEFFERY, Todpool; second best, T. CAROENTER; third best, T. CARPENTER; extra, W. DINGLE, Gwennap, and W. FRANCIS. Best 2 Cabbages – PEGGY JURY, Trevarth; second best, PETER JEFFERY; third best, JOHN LANGDON, Tregullow. Best Six Carrots – J. CURTIS, Lanner; second best, RICHARD ROWE; third best, ___ KNEEBONE. Best Parsnips – R. ROWE; second best, W. BAWDEN, St. Day. Best Seed Onions – T. BLEWETT, Scorrier Gate; second best, J. GOLDSWORTHY, Crofthandy; third best, J. PUCKEY; extra, J. CURTIS and J HARRIS, Lanner. Best Potatoe Onions – W. BAWDEN; second best, J WILLIAMS, Carharrack; third best, J. THOMAS, Tregullow; extra, J. CURTIS. Best Scarlet Runners – B. ROWE; second best, W. BRAY; third best, T. BLEWETT; extra, J. RICHARDS, and T. BLEWETT. Best Rhubarb – J. PUCKEY; second best, W. JURY; extra, ____ KNEEBONE. Best Cucumber – J. CURTIS. Best Parsley – JOHN JAMES, Trevarth; second best, J. GOLDSWORTHY. Best Dish of Apples – JAMES PEARCE; second best, J. CARBIS, Gwennap; third best, T. SAMPSON; extra, J. CURTIS, ___ PHILLIPS, Trevarth, and F. TUCKFIELD. Best Dish of Pears – F. TAYLOR; second best, F. TUCKFIELD; third best, BLANCHE MICHELL, Gwennap. . FLOWERS – Best Window Plant, Wm. HODGE, St. Day; extra, (Lilium Lancifolium,) J. CURTIS. Best Dahlias, W. HENWOOD; second best, J. CURTIS; third best, S. SPRAGUE. Best Cut Flowers, J. CURTIS. . At Three o’clock a respectable company of gentlemen, about 50 in number, proceeded to the Commercial Hotel, where a very excellent dinner was provided by Mr. BENNETTS. The Rev. J. BANNISTER occupied the chair, with Mr. HAWKEN as vice. On the removal of the cloth, the ladies were admitted to partake of a very elegant dessert, chiefly presented by Mr. G. WILLIAMS, of Trevince, who also sent a great many articles to the exhibition, but did not wish to compete for the prizes. . After the usual loyal toasts had been duly honoured, the chairman gave “Success to the Society this day so auspiciously resuscitated,” and complimented the treasurer and secretary for their indefatigable and successful exertions in carrying it out so efficiently. . Mr. MICHELL, as the treasurer, replied, thanking them also for the very kind manner in which they had drunk his health. [He thought this exhibition, which had been got up in so short a time, had greatly surpassed their expectations. In less than 48 hours, GBP 10 was subscribed; the subscriptions amounted to GBP 20; and they calculated GBP 15 for the prizes. He felt confident that next year, Mr. NEWTON, the secretary, who had worked incessantly on this show, and to whom great credit was due, and he, would devote their efforts to getting up another such exhibition.] . After toasts to successful competitors and the health of the chairman were given, and the healths of the committee and ladies proposed, and duly acknowledged by Messrs. R. BAWDEN and H. MICHELL, the company separated at an early hour, highly pleased with the proceedings of the day. Julia M.   West Briton Transcriptions, 1836-1856 at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~wbritonad St. Austell Area History and Genealogy at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~staustell