Children of Robert and Ann Rolfe

John Samuel Coles, aged 15, was charged with stealing £1 5s 5½d, the moneys of John Porch, 'bus proprietor, of Westbury-on-Trym. Prosecutor gave evidence that in addition to being a 'bus proprietor, he kept a cart for the collection of clothes for washing, and on Monday he sent Fredk. Attwell, one of his men, to collect clothes at Sneyd Park, and many of the customers sent with the clothes a washing book with the money due, also enclosed in a bag. Alice Hall, a servant employed at 12, Rockleaze Villas, Stoke Bishop, and Rachel Rolfe, in the same employ, gave evidence to the money being placed in the bundle which was handed to the accused, who was allowed by Attwell to help him.

TRESPASS.—William Wayling and John Rolfe were charged with having been, in company with others, in the parish of Welford, on land in the possession of Mr. Charles Eyre, trespassing in pursuit of rabbits, on the 6th of December. [ . . . ] Rolfe pleaded guilty, and said that it was through distress that he had been led into the other defendant's company for such a purpose. Mr. Cherry observed that that did not mitigate the offence in point of law, and he was fined 11s., and the costs, 9s, or in default three weeks' imprisonment. This latter prisoner was forced to undergo, not having wherewith to pay the fine.

80, NORTHBROOK ST., NEWBURY,

JOHN ROLFE.

(Son of Robert Rolfe of Newbury)

BEGS to inform the inhabitants of Newbury and its neighbourhood that he has opened the above shop premises for the sale of Men's and Boys'

READY-MADE CLOTHING,

HATS, CAPS, SCARS, COLLARS,

&c., &c., for Cash and Cash only, feeling confident that his system of Buying and Selling for Cash only will enable him to sell every article at the lowest possible price, and only asks the favour of a visit to his establishment that the true and only test may be proved by comparison. Please note the address—

80, NORTHBROOK STREET,

Opposite the Jack Hotel.

WINTER CLOTHING CLUBS.

SPECIAL NOTICE.

JOHN ROLFE,

THE

MEN'S AND BOYS' CLOTHIER,

WILL ALLOW ONE SHILLING in the POUND for ever Card taken out at his Establishment for Men's and Boys' Clothing, as he has just received a MANUFACTURER'S STOCK of

MEN'S & BOY'S CLOTHING

of every description.

He Invites SPECIAL NOTICE to his Large and Cheal Stock of

OVERCOATS, PILOT JACKETS, YACHTING JACKETS, &c.

Also his New Stock of

FELT HATS.

Please note Name and Address—

80, NORTHBROOK STREET

(Opposite Jack Hotel).

NEWBURY.

WANTED, an APPRENTICE for CLOTHING and OUTFITTING. Good opening for a sharp lad. In-doors preferred.—Apply John Rolfe, 80, Northbrook Street, Newbury.

8O, NORTHBROOK STREET,

NEWBURY.

GREAT            

CLEARANCE

             SALE

OF

MEN'S AND BOYS'

CLOTHING,

COMMENCING

THURSDAY, JANUARY 13,

FOR

21 DAYS ONLY.

JOHN ROLFE.,

IN returning thanks for the liberal support accorded him for the past five years, begs to inform the public in and around Newbury, that he intends

ENLARGING

and making

GREAT ALTERATIONS & IMPROVEMENTS

in his SHOP for the

BETTER ACCOMMODATION

of his

INCREASING TRADE,

therefore he will offer the whole of his present

STOCK

AT LESS THAN COST PRICE.

BOYS' AND MEN'S

PILOT JACKETS & OVERCOATS

at much less than Cost Price; the MILD WINTER having caused a large stock to be left on hand.

Go and see the

BARGAINS

and judge for yourselves, a clearance must be made during sale.

All customers buying a parcel to the amount of 20s. and over, will have their Rail or Carrier's Fare repaid them within 20 miles.

Every Article for Men's and Boys' wear will be sold at ENORMOUS REDUCTIONS this being a GENUINE SALE and no PUFF, give it a TRIAL.

F Note the Address—

Star Clothing Mart,

(Opposite Jack Hotel),

80, NORTHBROOK STREET,

NEWBURY.

On Wednesday morning Mr. John Rolfe, of Northbrook-street, received severe injuries from a fall from his bicycle. He was riding in the London-road when his machine ran over a "cat." Some children were playing tip-cat at the time. [ . . . ] Some notice should be taken by the police of the dangerous games played by boys.

ROLFE—SARGENT.—On the 6th inst., at St. Nicholas' Church, Newbury, by the Rev. W.B. Banting, assisted by the Rev. R. Williams, John Rolfe, outfitter, of Newbury, to Ada Kate, eldest daughter of Mr B. Sargent, Borough Surveyor of Newbury.

STEALING A PAIR OF TROUSERS.—Christopher Warman was brought up on remand charged with stealing a pair of trousers from the shop of Mr. John Rolfe, Northbrook Street, on the 24th November.

Mr. Rolfe captured the prisoner and gave him into the custody of P.C. Loder. Mr. Rolfe now said the he did not wish to press the charge. He had seen the prisoner's friends, who were much cut up about the matter. He believed that the prisoner took the trousers in an unguarded moment, and perhaps the four day's detention he had received would be a sufficient deterrent to the prisoner not to commit the offence again. The prisoner was a native of Hampstead Norris.

Supt. Bennett said there was nothing else known against the prisoner.

The Bench fined the defendant 30s., including costs, or, in default, twenty-one days' imprisonment without hard labour.

The procession was headed by the Town Band in a van drawn by a pair of horses, the way being led by Mr. P. Applegate and Mr. John Rolfe on tricycles, and Mr. Ranshaw officiated as master of the ceremonies. Northbrook-street, which is a thoroughfare of good width and great length, presented a remarkable spectacle, as the procession passed from Speenhamland to Bartholomew-street, being densely thronged with spectators on either side, and also being gay with flags and bunting from end to end.

WHISKEY AS A MEDICINE.

Walter Haysome, of West-street, Burghclere, was charged with having stolen two boots, the property of Mr. John Rolfe, Clothier, of Cheap-street, on the 18th January.

Samuel Smith, assistant to Mr. Rolfe, identified the boots and valued them at 7s. 11d. On Thursday evening the prisoner came to the shop and asked to see some strong Sunday boots. Witness showed him some and he selected a pair, which he left to be stretched. He did not pay for them but gave his name and said he would call on Saturday. When prisoner had gone witness missed two odd boots from amongst those he had been trying on. Witness went out to try and find the prisoner, but could not do so. He told Mr. Rolfe, and he gave information to the police.

Sergt. Borlase said at 11 o'clock on Sunday morning he saw the prisoner in the road at West-street, Burghclere, near his house, and being in plain clothes acquainted him with the fact that he was a police sergeant, and the he wanted those two boots which he had stolen from Mr. Rolfe's shop. Prisoner replied "I was not in Mr. Rolfe's shop, I have got no boots." Witness said "Boots or no boots, I shall have to take you to Newbury, and I shall find them." Prisoner then said "If you will come indoors I'll give you the boots. My wife knows nothing about it." Prisoner went into his house and from upstairs fetched the boots now produced. On the way to Newbury prisoner said it was all through drink that he took the boots. Prisoner was a labourer on the railway and had been laid up for a fortnight.

Mr. Rolfe spoke on behalf of the prisoner, believing that he was acting under mental derangement, having been ill some time. He had a wife, a sister, and an aged mother dependent upon him, and he had no wish to press the case. He handed to the Bench a letter from the Rev Canon Blunt in behalf of prisoner.

Prisoner said his doctor advised him to take some whiskey, and he had taken a little too much, and it overcame him. He really did not know what he did that night in the town.

The Mayor—Next time you see your doctor will you tell him the effect whiskey has upon you, that it makes you steal boots.

Prisoner—I won't have any more sir.

The Mayor said they were sorry to see a respectable man in such a position, but considering the appeal that had been made on his behalf, they were inclined to deal leniently with him. He would be dealt with under the First offenders' Act, and he would be fined £1, or in default 14 days.

Prisoner paid the money.

ROLFE & PITTARD (John ROLFE and Frederick Charles PITTARD), Newbury, general outfitters, &c., Apr. 30. Debts by F.C. Pittard.

WEDNESDAY EARLY CLOSING.

MR. JOHN ROLFE, CLOTHIER, &c., 51 and 52, Cheap Street, begs to GIVE NOTICE that on and after WEDNESDAY NEXT, the 26th, his shop will CLOSED at TWO O'CLOCK EVERY WEDNESDAY.

John Rolfe was apparently the first shopkeeper in Newbury to introduce early closing.

51 & 52, Cheap St., Newbury.

MICHAELMAS, 1903.

NOTICE TO

Carters, Foggers, Ploughmen,

And ALL FARM HANDS.

JOHN ROLFE,

THE NOTED

Working-man's Outfitter

Has a Very Large Stock of

MEN'S & BOYS' CLOTHING

Now Ready for the

MICHAELMAS TRADE.

EVERY ARTICLE for MEN'S, YOUTHS' & Boys' wear. Also a very LARGE Stock of

Men's, Women's, Girls' & Boys'

BOOTS, SHOES & SLIPPERS.

WATERPROOF COATS, OILSKIN COATS, CAPES, GAITERS, nd HATS.

Also a Large Stock of Black & Brown

GAITERS & LEGGINGS.

Going CHEAP a Manufacturers' Stock of

Several Hundred Pairs of BROWN GAITERS

To be Cleared this Michaelmas Cheap at

JOHN ROLFE'S,

THE NOTED WORKING MAN'S

Clothing & Boot Stores,

51 & 52, Cheap St., NEWBURY.

OVERCOATS,            

RAINPROOF COATS,

             PILOT JACKETS.

51 & 52, CHEAP ST., NEWBURY.

ROLFE'S

ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE

OF

CLOTHING,

Boots, Shoes & Slippers,

Men's & Boys' COMPLETE OUTFITS.

THE GREAT SALE

Commences THIS DAY.

Some Real Bargains to be had in Reliable Goods for any Season:

WATERPROOF COATS, OILSKINS, COATS, GAITERS, HATS & CAPS. &c., &c.

Also a Couple of Dozen Blue Serge Grammar School Caps going Cheap.

VERY SPECIAL BARGAINS in

BOOTS & SHOES, HOSIERY,

&c., &c.

E  NOTE THE ADDRESS:

JOHN ROLFE.

51 and 52, Cheap Street,

(Opposite Cattle Market), NEWBURY.

Michaelmas, 1906.

JOHN ROLFE,

51 & 52, CHEAP STREET,

Opposite Cattle Market, NEWBURY

Is now ready with a complete NEW STOCK of

MEN'S AND BOYS'

CLOTHING,

BOOTS, SHOES  -  -

SLIPPERS, GAITERS,

Overcoats, Pilot Jackets, Cord Jackets, Vests & Trousers,

ALSO

Boots, Shoes, and Slippers for Women and Children.

Men's Good Heavy Strong Boots from 3/11½ to 20/- Boys' and Girls' Boots from 1/11½. Boy's Gaiters from 1/0½. Men's Gaiters, from 1/11½.

Men's Overcoats from 3/1, Boys' Overcoats from 1/11½

Soldier's Coats, A-1 VALUE, also Oilskin Coats, Hats, and Leggings.

MEN'S and BOYS' FELT HATS.

MEN'S and BOYS' COTTON, FLANNELETTE, or WOOLLEN SHIRTS.

NEVER BETTER!         NEVER CHEAPER!

TRY J. ROLFE'S BOYS' or MEN'S BREECHES and PANTALOONS in Cloth or Cord, fit and style warranted.

TIES, MUFFLERS, SILK  and COTTON HANDKERCHIEFS, HOSIERY, GLOVES, Etc.

Every Article for Men's and Boys' Wear, and Boots Shoes, and Slippers for Girls and women.

TAILORING A-1, prices low, quality good, fit perfect, at,

JOHN ROLFE'S, 51 & 52, Cheap Street,

(Three Minutes walk from Station), NEWBURY.

FIRE.—An outbreak of fire of a threatening character took place yesterday (Wednesday) morning on the premises of Mr. John Rolfe, clothier, of Cheap-street. Some linen which required airing had been placed before a fire in one of the upper rooms. On Mrs. Rolfe's return after an absence of a few minutes, she found the room filled with smoke and a considerable blaze in progress. She called Mr. Rolfe, who was in the shop beneath, and with the help of his assistant was able to throw water upon the burning mass, and stifle the flames with mattresses, etc. Damage was done to the carpet and furniture to the extent of about £50 which, however, is covered by insurance. The water also penetrated the ceiling into the shop beneath. The Brigade was apprised, but their services were not required owing to the prompt measures resorted to by those on the spot.

CHRISTMAS FLOWERS.           

            HOLLY AND MISTLETOE.

54, NORTHBROOK STREET,

NEWBURY.

CUT FLOWERS AND TABLE PLANTS

SUPPLIED.

BRIDAL AND BALL BOUQUETS.

SPRAYS AND BUTTONHOLES; AND FLORAL CROSSES AND WREATHS prepared on the Shortest Notice.

A REDUCTION IS MADE ON ORDERS FOR CHURCH DECORATIONS.

ELIZABETH BRIND.

WIDOW OF ALFRED BRIND.

STEALING A WAISTCOAT.—John Edwards, a tramp, charged with stealing a waistcoat from the shop of Mr. R.W. Rolfe, Hemel Hempstead, on the 29th ult., pleaded not guilty.—Evidence was given by a witness that a waistcoat was seen lying in a passage by the shop, and a mailcart driver stated that he saw defendant take it and throw it down, on his calling out to Mr. Rolfe.—Defendant was committed for twenty-one days.

Hemel Hempstead has just been granted a charter of incorporation. Mr. R.W. Rolfe, formerly of Newbury who is now in business at Hemel Hempstead, is offering prizes to the school children for essays on the most desirable way of keeping Charter Day.