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The Newcastle Inn

Hexham

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John Huxham who arrived in the Elizabeth in 1826 was Innkeeper at the Newcastle Inn in 1828 54 The Inn was situated  on the corner of Watt and Hunter Streets. 

1st November 1830 - Hughes and another v. Huxham - On Friday the 12th instant, on defendant's premises, Newcastle Inn, Newcastle, all the household furniture, cattle, gig and harness. After which , the licence and good will of the house. (SG 5 November 1830) 

By 1834 Simon Kemp held the license (50) He charged Constable William Rouse with perjury, at this time, however the case was dismissed from court.

In 1843 William Rouse, who was a former convict, failed to apply for his license for the Steam Carriage Inn which was to close its doors, however he did obtain a license for his 'splendid new house' under the sign of the The Newcastle Inn. (71). This was situated in Hunter Street near Perkins Street

In 1847 Rouse was involved in meetings to discuss planning arrangements for the reception of Governor Sir Charles Fitzroy on his intended visit to the Hunter.

The townspeople put quite some effort into the arrangements and Sir Charles was enthusiastically received and welcomed immediately on his landing when a salute was fired from the Signal Station and a guard of honour was stationed on the wharf. The Governor was accompanied to Rouse's Hotel by an immense number of people. On his arrival at the Hotel, which had been made suitable and appropriate in every way for his accommodation, Sir Charles stopped on the threshold of the Inn and gracefully bowed to the assembled multitude, who loudly cheered him.

Later after Sir Charles had toured the town, a luncheon was served at the Inn. Dinner and speeches later in the evening took place at Mr. Croft's Victoria Hotel. (11)

 

73.SG 9 December 1830

(50)SG 2 August 1834

(71) MM 22 April 1843

(11)MM 6 February 1847

 

Steam Carriage Inn

In 1843 William Rouse failed to apply for a license for the 'Steam Carriage Inn' which was then closed. He then obtained a license for the 'splendid new house' the 'Newcastle Inn' (72)

 

(72) MM 22 April 1843

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