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1873

Star of Gwent. 18th January, 1873
Christy Minstrels

On Monday and Tuesday evenings, the Brothers Matthews' Minstrels gave entertainments in the Victoria Hall, and were largely patronised. The troupe are exceedingly clever and merit all the applause with which they were greeted. We shall be glad to see them revisiting the town.


Star of Gwent. 18th January, 1873
Lecture by Mr. Henry Vincent

On Tuesday evening, under the auspices of the Young Men's Religious Society, a lecture was delivered at the Town Hall, by Mr. Henry Vincent, the former Chartist. The accomplished and veteran orator, his energy being unabated, but his grey, nay white, and flowing beard betokening how many years had passed since first we saw him, more than fulfilled the heightened anticipations of his audience.

Mr. Vincent, who, after the outburst of cheering with which he was welcomed, said in his happiest way, it gave him great pleasure once more to meet an audience in the town of Newport and begged respectfully to wish them all a very happy New Year.


Star of Gwent. 31st January, 1873
"Letter to the Editor"

Sir,

The time of year is now approached when efforts should be put forth to enhance the funds of the Newport Infirmary, allow me to suggest that a Ball be given for that institution, which I am sure deserves every support from Newportonians. I think if a few young gentlemen came forward and organised a committee, the Ball might be got up, and the proceeds tendered to the treasurer of the Infirmary.

Yours J. James


Star of Gwent. 15th February, 1873
Parrott Hotel Music Hall

Mr. F. Evans the proprietor of this hotel has opened a very spirited music hall in his large room when "a genuine evenings entertainment" may be enjoyed. The performances this week are full of novelties and comicalities and have proved highly attractive. Next week we understand there will be a change of programme.


Star of Gwent. 15th February, 1873
Accident

On Wednesday evening last at 6 pm. a poor old Woman of this town named Mary Coughlan was walking along Pontypool Road near Crindau, when a horseman galloped by and knocked her down bruising and otherwise seriously injuring her. The rider had not the humanity to stop and make enquiries but galloped on as fast as possible. The poor old creature was brought to Newport in a cart and is now suffering from the unfortunate accident. If this meets the eye of the party by whom this wrong has been done it is hoped he will make some atonement to the afflicted old woman.

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'Newport First Stop' - 100 Years of News Stories
[ Contents ] [ Acknowledgements ] [ Preface ] [ Postscript ] [ Chronology ]
[ 1800 - 29 ] [ 1830 - 39 ] [ 1840 - 49 ] [ 1850 - 59 ] [ 1860 - 69 ] [ 1870 - 79 ] [ 1880 - 89 ] [ 1890 - 99 ]
[ 1870 ] [ 1871 ] [ 1872 ] [ 1873 ] [ 1874 ] [ 1875 ] [ 1876 ] [ 1877 ] [ 1878 ] [ 1879 ]

Newport Past
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