GRECIAN INN #
5 Lord Street.
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In 1800, Lord Street was the principal business street in the town.
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In 1800, Lord Street was the principal business street in the town.
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Would now be standing in the Court of Quarter Sessions (as was),
part of the Town Hall.
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MINE HOSTS:
1850 August 23rd. License applied for by Walmsley / Spencer
1851 - 54 Daniel Spencer - Owned by James Walmsley.
1857 - 63 John Lawrenson - d. 11.1.1863. Wife, Mary, died 22.12.1862 aged 38 years.
1863 - 68 Joseph Culshaw
1869 - 77 Richard Eatough 1873 Still owned by James Walmsley
1878 Mr. Mercer d. 1878
1878 - 81 Elizabeth Mercer
1881 - 86 Thomas Crossthwaite
1886 - 91 John Valentine
1891 - 95 George Catlow (see picture above)
1895 PULLED DOWN.
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This appeal was seeking the grant of an excise licence to sell spirits.
1851 is the first date I have for the "GRECIAN INN" I wonder what
it had been known as prior to that, when it would have been a beer-house?
Preston Chronicle 25th October 1851
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Preston Guardian 30th October 1852
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SUDDEN DEATH
Last evening, Mrs. Spencer, wife of Mr. Daniel
Spencer of the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, was on
Spencer of the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, was on
her way to Garstang, in the mail-cart from Great
Eccleston, where she had been staying for a few
days, to take the train for this town. She was
suddenly taken ill, and almost immediately expired.
Preston Chronicle 4th June 1853
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Preston Guardian 2nd September 1854
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Preston Guardian 6th January 1855
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Preston Guardian 13th November 1858
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Preston Guardian 24th December 1858
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Preston Guardian 22nd January 1859
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Preston Guardian 2nd June 1860
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Preston Guardian 26th January 1861
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TO BE LET
THAT desirable and well-established PUBLIC-
HOUSE, the "Grecian Inn" Lord Street, with
all the excellent Stabling attached, lately in the
occupation of Mr. John Lawrenson, deceased.
Apply to JAS. WALMSLEY, plumber, glazier,
amd painter, Fishergate.
Preston Chronicle 17th January 1863
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Preston Guardian 28th February 1863
WANTED
An OSTLER and BREWER.
Apply at the Grecian Inn.
Preston Chronicle 14th January 1865
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STEALING BASKETS
An elderly man, named Matthew Etherington, was arraigned on a charge of stealing a basket worth 1s 4d, the property of John Seed, farmer. Roseacre. Mr. Ascroft appeared for the prosecution.
On Saturday last the prosecutor's wife left the basket in the brewhouse of the Waterloo Inn, Friargate, but missed it at about 12 o'clock at noon. About that time, PC Stanicliffe saw the prisoner in the yard of the Grecian Inn , off Lord Street, emptying some chaff out of a basket. The prisoner had also another basket with him. Stanicliffe asked him to whom they belonged, to which he replied that they were his own, but refused to state where he lived.
He was then brought to the police station, and after the owner of one of the baskets had been found, the constable charged him with stealing it, when he said, "I know nothing about it, or how I got it; I was drunk at the time."
The prisoner was further charged with stealing a basket, containing four cloths and an apron, from the entrance of the bar of the Waterloo Inn, on the same day, the property of Mr. John Hodgkinson, farmer, Chipping. The basket and clothes were worth 2s 6d. The prisoner was committed for trial at the Sessions.
Preston Herald 4th May 1867
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STEALING BASKETS
An elderly man, named Matthew Etherington, was arraigned on a charge of stealing a basket worth 1s 4d, the property of John Seed, farmer. Roseacre. Mr. Ascroft appeared for the prosecution.
On Saturday last the prosecutor's wife left the basket in the brewhouse of the Waterloo Inn, Friargate, but missed it at about 12 o'clock at noon. About that time, PC Stanicliffe saw the prisoner in the yard of the Grecian Inn , off Lord Street, emptying some chaff out of a basket. The prisoner had also another basket with him. Stanicliffe asked him to whom they belonged, to which he replied that they were his own, but refused to state where he lived.
He was then brought to the police station, and after the owner of one of the baskets had been found, the constable charged him with stealing it, when he said, "I know nothing about it, or how I got it; I was drunk at the time."
The prisoner was further charged with stealing a basket, containing four cloths and an apron, from the entrance of the bar of the Waterloo Inn, on the same day, the property of Mr. John Hodgkinson, farmer, Chipping. The basket and clothes were worth 2s 6d. The prisoner was committed for trial at the Sessions.
Preston Herald 4th May 1867
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Preston Guardian 22nd February 1868
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PURCHASE OF PROPERTY BY THE CORPORATION
A recommendation was to be made to purchase the Grecian Inn, Lord Street,
and the White Hart Inn, Gin Bow Entry, at the next meeting of the Council.
Lytham and Kirkham Times, 17th December 1873
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LOST, a BLACK RETRIEVER dog; answers to the name of "Captain". Anyone bringing him to the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, will be rewarded. Detaining him after this notice will be prosecuted.
Preston Herald - 20 January 1875
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ANCIENT ORDER OF FORESTERS
On Monday evening Court Commendable, No. 255, of the Ancient Order of Foresters, held an anniversary supper at their Court-house, the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, when an excellent spread was done ample justice to by a company numbering over 80.
A band of five performers played some excellent music during the evening.
The usual loyal and other toasts were given, the remainder of the evening being occupied with dancing, songs, recitations, and readings. The proceedings were very enjoyable.
Preston Herald 31st March 1875
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MR JOHN CRITCHLEY announces that he will Sell by Auction, without reserve, at the time and place below mentioned, Two Bays of rich, herby, old MEADOW HAY, containing together, about200 yards. Terms: cash at fall of hammer.
Black Bull Inn, Midge Hall, Leyland, and Grecian Inn, Lord Street, Preston, on Saturdays, from twelve till two.
PRESTON HERALD 4th February 1882
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A selection of typical Auction Sales:
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ALLEGED HORSE STEALING AT THE PRESTON
HORSE FAIR
At the Borough Police Court yesterday, Robert Wright, who said he came from Kirby Stephen, Westmoreland, was charged with stealing a horse, valued £30, the property of Abraham Duckworth, saddler, Ramsbottom, on Wednesday morning, the 6th inst. Mr. Bramwell prosecuted. Duckworth came to Preston on the day mentioned, and proceeded to the GRECIAN INN Yard, where he put the horse up.
The prisoner was loitering about, and asked to be allowed to attend to the horse, and the prosecutor allowed him to do so. The prosecutor afterwards took the horse out and sold it, but bought another which he took to the stables at the Grecian Inn yard.
The prisoner was there, and brushed the horse, and afterwards took it out for exercise, returning in about ten minutes. The prosecutor then gave the horse over to the ostler.
About three o'clock in the afternoon Duckworth went for his horse, but was told by the ostler that the prisoner had taken it away. The prosecutor went in search of the prisoner, whom he found trotting the horse as if for sale. Giving no explanation as to his intentions, the prisoner was apprehended and given into custody. A remand was granted for a week in order to make enquiries.
Preston Herald 9th January 1886
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The Full-licensed HOUSE known as the "GRECIAN INN", to be Let, situate in Lord Street, Preston. Sealed tenders, endorsed "Grecian Inn", to be sent to the Corporation Steward, 16 Church Street, Preston, not later than noon on Tuesday, the 16th inst. The Corporation do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any tender.
PRESTON HERALD 13th July 1889
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GRECIAN INN, COVERED MARKET, PRESTON
MR. J. CRITCHLEY has been instructed by Mr. John Valentine, to sell by Auction, on Thursday next, August 15th, about 25 valuable CART and HARNESS HORSES, Cobs and Ponies; also a large variety of Carriages, comprising Gigs, Dogcarts, Business Traps, suitable for all sized of horses; also a quantity of silver and brass-mounted Harness.
Entries taken up to day of sale. Sale to commence at one o'clock.
For further particulars apply to the AUCTIONEER or to the above inn.
PRESTON HERALD 10th August 1889
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SALE OF HORSES
On Thursday afternoon a sale of horses by auction was announced to take place in the yard of the Grecian Inn, by Mr. J. Critchley, but very disagreeable weather prevailed in the morning, which militated against the attendance of farmers from a distance, and there was a very small gathering.
The animals submitted to the hammer number 25, and they included valuable cart horses, harness horses, cobs and ponies.
A very small proportion of these was sold, but the prices realised were not considered unsatisfactory.
PRESTON HERALD 17th August 1889
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FOR SALE: Two ROUGH-COATED ST. BERNARD PUPPIES, with champion pedigree, colour orange and white.
Apply: J. Valentine, Grecian Inn, Preston.
Preston Herald 14th December 1889
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Preliminary Announcement
THE NEXT SALE OF HORSES, Traps and Harness, will take place at the GRECIAN INN, PRESTON, on Tuesday, February 11th 1890. Entries taken up to the day of sale.
For further particulars apply to the above Inn; or to JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 1st February 1890
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GRECIAN INN YARD, Covered Market, Preston
SALE OF HORSES
MR. JOHN CRITCHLEY is again favoured with instructions from Mr. John Valentine, to Sell by Auction, at the Grecian Inn Yard, Covered Market, PRESTON, on Tuesday October 21st, at One o'clock in the Afternoon prompt, about 25 CART HORSES, HARNESS HORSES, COBS, PONIES, consisting of Browns, Blacks, Bays and Chestnuts. All have been worked in all kinds of Gear. Also a variety of TRAPS, GIGS, SPRING CARTS, etc., and a quantity of Harness and Horse Clothing, Riding Saddles, Bridles, etc., all in good condition. Entries taken up to day of sale.
For further particulars apply to Mr. VALENTINE, at the above Inn; or to JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 18th October 1890
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Preliminary Announcement
JOHN VALENTINE will hold his next ANNUAL SALE of Valuable CART HORSES, Harness Horses, Cobs and Ponies, at the Grecian Inn Yard, Covered Market, Preston, on Monday January 5th. Entries close on Saturday January 3rd.
JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 13th December 1890
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BOROUGH OF PRESTON
To be Let, by Tender, the Full-licensed HOUSE, known as the "Grecian Inn" situate in Lord Street, Preston. Sealed Tenders, endorsed "Grecian Inn," to be sent to the Corporation Steward, 16 Church Street, Preston, not later than 12 o'clock as noon on Tuesday, the 21st July, next. The Corporation do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any Tender.
PRESTON HERALD 20th June 1891
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MARKETS AND TOWN HALL COMMITTEE
This committee recommended that the offer of Mr. George Catton (should read Catlow), of Burnley, be accepted, and that there be let to him the Grecian Inn situate in Lord Street, Preston, on a three-month tenancy, at a rent of £90 per annum; the tenant to enter into an agreement to be prepared by the Town Clerk.
PRESTON HERALD 1st August 1891
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GREAT SATURDAY HORSE FAIR
MR. JOHN CRITCHLEY will hold his Annual Sale by Auction at the Grecian Inn Yard, near the Covered Market, Preston, on Monday January 4th 1892, of CART HORSES, HARNESS HORSES, Cobs and Ponies; also a quantity of Traps, Gigs, Business Carts, and Harness, to suit all sizes. Sale at twelve o'clock prompt. Entries taken up to day of sale.
For further particulars apply to the AUCTIONEER, Black Bull Inn, Leyland; or to Mr. Catlow, Grecian Inn, Preston.
PRESTON HERALD 26th December 1891
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LANDLORD DRUNK ON HIS OWN PREMISES
GEORGE CATLOW, landlord of the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, was summoned for bing drunk on his own premises on the 18th November. Mr. Blackhurst, prosecuting, said that in consequence of the defendant being drunk and unable to conduct himself, the defendant's wife went to the police station at about twenty minutes past 10 o'clock and asked for constables to be sent to the house.
Two officers went down and found him very disorderly. He was drunk and using abusive language to his wife. The constables corroborated.
Mr. Fryer, defending, contended that the man was excited, and not drunk. He had had a quarrel with his wife over money matters, and he got to high words.
The defendant was called, and he denied being under the influence of drink. He said he had suffered in his head and was excited at the time. He was at present being attended to by Dr. Garner.
Cross-examined by Mr. Blackhurst, he said he was not being attended to for delirium tremens, nor had he had brandy and oatcake prescribed for him. He could not say what ailed him, but he was not well.
Three witnesses were called, who said the defendant was excited.
The Bench inflicted a penalty of 10 shillings and costs; in default, 14 days, with hard labour.
Preston Herald 26th November 1892
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In a resumee of the activities of the Bee Hive Lodge of Oddfellows in the town, and the places where they held their meetings, the following was written. The landlord at the York Hotel referred to was Jonathan Westray, himself a member of the Lodge. He left the York Hotel in 1882, so it was from around that year that they moved to the Grecian Inn:-
ANOTHER REMOVAL
The York Hotel changed hands, and the Bee Hive took up its abode in Lord Street, at the Grecian Inn, since demolished, in connection with an improvement scheme.
When it became requisite that the Grecian Inn should come down, the Bee Hive transferred itself to the Stanley Arms, Lancaster Road, and still meets there.
PRESTON HERALD 20th February 1904
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LOST, a BLACK RETRIEVER dog; answers to the name of "Captain". Anyone bringing him to the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, will be rewarded. Detaining him after this notice will be prosecuted.
Preston Herald - 20 January 1875
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ANCIENT ORDER OF FORESTERS
On Monday evening Court Commendable, No. 255, of the Ancient Order of Foresters, held an anniversary supper at their Court-house, the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, when an excellent spread was done ample justice to by a company numbering over 80.
A band of five performers played some excellent music during the evening.
The usual loyal and other toasts were given, the remainder of the evening being occupied with dancing, songs, recitations, and readings. The proceedings were very enjoyable.
Preston Herald 31st March 1875
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Preston Guardian 18th September 1880
*MR JOHN CRITCHLEY announces that he will Sell by Auction, without reserve, at the time and place below mentioned, Two Bays of rich, herby, old MEADOW HAY, containing together, about200 yards. Terms: cash at fall of hammer.
Black Bull Inn, Midge Hall, Leyland, and Grecian Inn, Lord Street, Preston, on Saturdays, from twelve till two.
PRESTON HERALD 4th February 1882
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A selection of typical Auction Sales:
ALLEGED HORSE STEALING AT THE PRESTON
HORSE FAIR
At the Borough Police Court yesterday, Robert Wright, who said he came from Kirby Stephen, Westmoreland, was charged with stealing a horse, valued £30, the property of Abraham Duckworth, saddler, Ramsbottom, on Wednesday morning, the 6th inst. Mr. Bramwell prosecuted. Duckworth came to Preston on the day mentioned, and proceeded to the GRECIAN INN Yard, where he put the horse up.
The prisoner was loitering about, and asked to be allowed to attend to the horse, and the prosecutor allowed him to do so. The prosecutor afterwards took the horse out and sold it, but bought another which he took to the stables at the Grecian Inn yard.
The prisoner was there, and brushed the horse, and afterwards took it out for exercise, returning in about ten minutes. The prosecutor then gave the horse over to the ostler.
About three o'clock in the afternoon Duckworth went for his horse, but was told by the ostler that the prisoner had taken it away. The prosecutor went in search of the prisoner, whom he found trotting the horse as if for sale. Giving no explanation as to his intentions, the prisoner was apprehended and given into custody. A remand was granted for a week in order to make enquiries.
Preston Herald 9th January 1886
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The Full-licensed HOUSE known as the "GRECIAN INN", to be Let, situate in Lord Street, Preston. Sealed tenders, endorsed "Grecian Inn", to be sent to the Corporation Steward, 16 Church Street, Preston, not later than noon on Tuesday, the 16th inst. The Corporation do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any tender.
PRESTON HERALD 13th July 1889
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GRECIAN INN, COVERED MARKET, PRESTON
MR. J. CRITCHLEY has been instructed by Mr. John Valentine, to sell by Auction, on Thursday next, August 15th, about 25 valuable CART and HARNESS HORSES, Cobs and Ponies; also a large variety of Carriages, comprising Gigs, Dogcarts, Business Traps, suitable for all sized of horses; also a quantity of silver and brass-mounted Harness.
Entries taken up to day of sale. Sale to commence at one o'clock.
For further particulars apply to the AUCTIONEER or to the above inn.
PRESTON HERALD 10th August 1889
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SALE OF HORSES
On Thursday afternoon a sale of horses by auction was announced to take place in the yard of the Grecian Inn, by Mr. J. Critchley, but very disagreeable weather prevailed in the morning, which militated against the attendance of farmers from a distance, and there was a very small gathering.
The animals submitted to the hammer number 25, and they included valuable cart horses, harness horses, cobs and ponies.
A very small proportion of these was sold, but the prices realised were not considered unsatisfactory.
PRESTON HERALD 17th August 1889
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FOR SALE: Two ROUGH-COATED ST. BERNARD PUPPIES, with champion pedigree, colour orange and white.
Apply: J. Valentine, Grecian Inn, Preston.
Preston Herald 14th December 1889
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Preliminary Announcement
THE NEXT SALE OF HORSES, Traps and Harness, will take place at the GRECIAN INN, PRESTON, on Tuesday, February 11th 1890. Entries taken up to the day of sale.
For further particulars apply to the above Inn; or to JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 1st February 1890
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GRECIAN INN YARD, Covered Market, Preston
SALE OF HORSES
MR. JOHN CRITCHLEY is again favoured with instructions from Mr. John Valentine, to Sell by Auction, at the Grecian Inn Yard, Covered Market, PRESTON, on Tuesday October 21st, at One o'clock in the Afternoon prompt, about 25 CART HORSES, HARNESS HORSES, COBS, PONIES, consisting of Browns, Blacks, Bays and Chestnuts. All have been worked in all kinds of Gear. Also a variety of TRAPS, GIGS, SPRING CARTS, etc., and a quantity of Harness and Horse Clothing, Riding Saddles, Bridles, etc., all in good condition. Entries taken up to day of sale.
For further particulars apply to Mr. VALENTINE, at the above Inn; or to JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 18th October 1890
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Preliminary Announcement
JOHN VALENTINE will hold his next ANNUAL SALE of Valuable CART HORSES, Harness Horses, Cobs and Ponies, at the Grecian Inn Yard, Covered Market, Preston, on Monday January 5th. Entries close on Saturday January 3rd.
JOHN CRITCHLEY, Auctioneer, Black Bull Inn, Leyland.
PRESTON HERALD 13th December 1890
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BOROUGH OF PRESTON
To be Let, by Tender, the Full-licensed HOUSE, known as the "Grecian Inn" situate in Lord Street, Preston. Sealed Tenders, endorsed "Grecian Inn," to be sent to the Corporation Steward, 16 Church Street, Preston, not later than 12 o'clock as noon on Tuesday, the 21st July, next. The Corporation do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any Tender.
PRESTON HERALD 20th June 1891
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MARKETS AND TOWN HALL COMMITTEE
This committee recommended that the offer of Mr. George Catton (should read Catlow), of Burnley, be accepted, and that there be let to him the Grecian Inn situate in Lord Street, Preston, on a three-month tenancy, at a rent of £90 per annum; the tenant to enter into an agreement to be prepared by the Town Clerk.
PRESTON HERALD 1st August 1891
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GREAT SATURDAY HORSE FAIR
MR. JOHN CRITCHLEY will hold his Annual Sale by Auction at the Grecian Inn Yard, near the Covered Market, Preston, on Monday January 4th 1892, of CART HORSES, HARNESS HORSES, Cobs and Ponies; also a quantity of Traps, Gigs, Business Carts, and Harness, to suit all sizes. Sale at twelve o'clock prompt. Entries taken up to day of sale.
For further particulars apply to the AUCTIONEER, Black Bull Inn, Leyland; or to Mr. Catlow, Grecian Inn, Preston.
PRESTON HERALD 26th December 1891
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Preston Guardian 12th March 1892
*LANDLORD DRUNK ON HIS OWN PREMISES
GEORGE CATLOW, landlord of the Grecian Inn, Lord Street, was summoned for bing drunk on his own premises on the 18th November. Mr. Blackhurst, prosecuting, said that in consequence of the defendant being drunk and unable to conduct himself, the defendant's wife went to the police station at about twenty minutes past 10 o'clock and asked for constables to be sent to the house.
Two officers went down and found him very disorderly. He was drunk and using abusive language to his wife. The constables corroborated.
Mr. Fryer, defending, contended that the man was excited, and not drunk. He had had a quarrel with his wife over money matters, and he got to high words.
The defendant was called, and he denied being under the influence of drink. He said he had suffered in his head and was excited at the time. He was at present being attended to by Dr. Garner.
Cross-examined by Mr. Blackhurst, he said he was not being attended to for delirium tremens, nor had he had brandy and oatcake prescribed for him. He could not say what ailed him, but he was not well.
Three witnesses were called, who said the defendant was excited.
The Bench inflicted a penalty of 10 shillings and costs; in default, 14 days, with hard labour.
Preston Herald 26th November 1892
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In a resumee of the activities of the Bee Hive Lodge of Oddfellows in the town, and the places where they held their meetings, the following was written. The landlord at the York Hotel referred to was Jonathan Westray, himself a member of the Lodge. He left the York Hotel in 1882, so it was from around that year that they moved to the Grecian Inn:-
ANOTHER REMOVAL
The York Hotel changed hands, and the Bee Hive took up its abode in Lord Street, at the Grecian Inn, since demolished, in connection with an improvement scheme.
When it became requisite that the Grecian Inn should come down, the Bee Hive transferred itself to the Stanley Arms, Lancaster Road, and still meets there.
PRESTON HERALD 20th February 1904
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CENSUS RETURNS
1851
Daniel Spencer 54 years Beerseller b. Manchester
Margaret Spencer 42 Wife b. Kirkham
Ann Spencer 28 Daughter b. Preston
Elizabeth Spencer 17 Daughter b. Ribchester
1861
John Lawrenson 36 years Innkeeper b. Inglewhite
Mary Lawrenson 34 Wife b. Preston
Margaret Lawrenson 2 Daughter do
Mary Lawrenson 26 Servant b. Inglewhite
1871
Richard Eatough 52 years Innkeeper b. Blackburn
Ellen Eatough 37 Wife b. Preston
Robert Eatough 8 Son do
Thomas Eatough 5 Son b. Kirkham
Caroline Eatough 3 Daughter do
Priscilla Eatough 4 months Daughter b. Preston
1881
Thomas Crossthwaite 38 years Innkeeper b. Preston
Elizabeth Crossthwaite 37 Wife b. Chipping
James Mercer 16 Stepson b. Goosnargh
William Henry Mercer 15 Stepson b. Broughton
George Francis Mercer 10 Stepson do
Charles Frederick Mercer 8 Stepson do
Elizabeth Mary Mercer 6 Step-daughter do
(actually said 'daughter-in-law')
1891
John Valentine 29 years Publican b. Chorley
Mary Valentine 22 Wife b. Ribbleton
Leonard Valentine 2 Son b. Preston
Samuel Valentine 10 months Son do
Ellen Valentine 20 Sister do
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