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Palmer, of Reading. The performers were also entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Treverton,
after which the Glee Party sang several songs, and shortly after ten o’clock the
inmates retired to bed, much pleased and gratified. The master deserves great praise
for his efforts in arranging such a tea and entertainment for the old people. At the
close of the proceedings a vote of thanks was accorded, with musical honours, to the
master and matron for their kindness, and similar compliments were paid to others
who had assisted materially to make every one happy.

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Sat 27 Feb
DISCOVERY OF ANCIENT POTTERY
During last week, whilst the men in the employ of the Wokingham Corporation
were digging gravel on the Glebe land, small quantities of broken Roman or other
ancient pottery were discovered at a depth of about four feet. Later on a plain earthen
urn about 12 inches high was obtained almost complete, broken only round the upper
rim. It is now in the possession of the Rector. The pits are situated only a few yards
from the Rectory garden.

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Sat 3 April
THE MARKET QUESTION
Mr. H. Hutt, of Reading, attended the council meeting and stated that he was willing
to rent the Market for the sole right of sale by auction at a rental of £10, per annum for
three years, at the end of which time, if he desired it, the agreement to be extended for
four years.
It was resolved, on the motion of Mr. Watts, seconded by Mr. Henderson, that Mr.
Hutt’s proposal for the exclusive right for selling live and agricultural stock for three
years, with option for renewal for a further term of four years, be accepted on
condition that Mr. Hutt provide a permanent rail for beasts and rows (to become the
property of the Corporation) and portable hurdles for sheep and pigs; no rent to be
charged for the first year, afterwards a rental of £10 per annum; the clearing of the
market and removal of hurdles to devolve on Mr. Hutt; the agreement to be cancelled
if no market be held for three months; and the council to have power to cancel the
agreement should they have reasons for doing so on payment to Mr. Hutt a penalty of
£50.
Mr. Hutt accepted these terms.

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Sat 24 April
THE NEW MARKET
In accordance to the agreement entered into between the Wokingham Corporation
and Mr. Henry Hutt, the new Fortnightly Auction Market was opened with every
prospect of success, on Tuesday. There was a good supply of cattle, sheep, pigs, and
fowls, together with several horses. Some mangolds sent by the Mayor fetched 25s.
per ton. Among these who sent stock were Lord Braybrook, Lady Shute, Mr. S.A.
Hankey, Mr. C.E. Prime, Mr. Russell, and Mr. Bulkeley. Altogether about 200
animals were penned, including 60 horned stock and calves, 80 sheep and lambs, 60
pigs, and 8 horses. The total of the sales amounted to nearly £800.
The Mayor, in opening the market and introducing Mr. Hutt, said he hoped they
would all support the Wokingham Cattle Market and endeavour to make it a great
success. Mr. Watts (of Messrs. Weeks and Watts) said it might be thought that as a
local auctioneer he would not like the idea of a stranger coming to conduct an auction
market in the town; but such was not the case; the proposal as to accepting Mr. Hutt’s

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