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ALEXANDER MARSHALL (1820 - 1871)Father of Alexander Albert Hutchins

In the 1850s, Alexander Marshall was a “golden boy”, but within five years he was to become the “black sheep” of the family.

Ostensibly, Alexander had everything. As eldest son, he was heir to a fortune, and he had a privileged lifestyle, encouraged and indulged by his parents. He became a top cricket player, a dashing captain in the militia, and an accomplished and popular host and speaker.

But by the age of forty, his cricketing career was over, and he would be expected to marry a girl from a high family, to settle down, and to play an increasingly active part in the family estate that he was to inherit. Unknown to his mother, however, Alexander had a secret family – a “wife” and four children. During his cricketing days, he had lots of reasons to disappear for days on end … but now, he would have fewer excuses and his mother's patience would inevitably turn to incomprehension and exasperation.

The turning point may well have been when Adelaide Howard, [grand-daughter] of the Earl of Norfolk, came into the orbit of the Marshall family in 1860-1861. On paper, she should have been a perfect bride for Alexander - we do not know whether this was ever a real possibility, but we do know that she married Alexander's youngest brother, Frederick. (Even if Alexander was never in with a chance, the contrast between his situation and Frederick's would have been poignant.)

The pressures on Alexander would have intensified. It is possible that his allowances may have been cut back – for, what was he bringing to the party ?

1820 31st October. Born at Edenbridge, Kent. The son of George Marshall (1788) and Sarah Marshall nee Alexander (born c 1798).

1820 27th December Baptised at St Peter & St Paul, Godalming

1822 22nd March 1822 Brother George Marshall born

1823 Brother Murray Marshall born

1825 Sister Sarah Marshall born

1826 28th November Brother George Marshall dies

1828 Sister Emily Marshall born

1829 26th July Brother Frederick Marshall born at Edenbridge

1831 22nd April Brother Henry Marshall born

c1831-36 Alexander would presumably have been in education at this time. We know that his younger brothers Frederick and Henry went to Eton and Winchester respectively, but we have no information about Alexander's education.

1841 Census, not found.1842 2nd March. Alexander's grandfather, Robert Bryant Marshall, dies aged 83 and is buried in Godalming.1843-46 Around this time, brother Henry would be at Winchester College.1847 (The book “Godalming Cricket, 225 not out” records that) Alexander (and Frederick) played several cricket matches for Godalming this season.1847 3rd November (London Standard “Police” precis ...- may not be our family, will check)1848 It appears that the family of George Marshall moved into their newly-built mansion, Broadwater Mansion, some time this year. 1848 June. Alexander played for Godalming against Surrey Club at Eashing.1848 3rd-4th August. Alexander played in the return match for Godalming against Surrey Club at The Oval. (We have a copy of an engraving of a match taking place there in 1848.) Alexander's protege, Julius Caesar, scored 67 in the first innings and 46 in the second.

1848 Weds 9th August. Alexander plays cricket for Cobham against Kingston-on-Thames, at Kingston, starting at 10.30 am. A heavy thunderstorm interrupted play at 2.15 pm. Frederick was also in the Cobham team. “Alexander Marshall Esq played remarkably well, making 36 runs in a superior manner.” The match finished at 7.45 pm in a win for Cobham.

1848 28-29 August. Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Sussex against Players of Sussex at Hove.

1848 23 November. Attends a ceremony on Godalming Common, as his father “cuts the first sod” of the Guildford-Godalming railway extension.

1848 10th December His father makes his last Will and Testament

1849 It was probably early this year that Alexander met Eliza Hutchins and started his long association with her – no record of any marriage has been found.

1849 8th February. His brother Murray marries Eliza Gibbs at West Itchenor, Sussex. Alexander is a witness.1849 Alexander recommended that the young Julius Caesar be selected for the Players of Surrey against the Gentlemen of Surrey – a match that took place early in June. Julius went on to a spectacular international career.1849 28th June Alexander's Aunt Lucy makes a Will, shortly before she dies in July, bequeathing nineteen guineas to Alexander by name, and likewise to his brothers and sisters.1849 June The new ground at Broadwater Park hosts its first match, between Godalming and Dorking. Alexander, Frederick and Harry Marshall were all in the winning Godalming team.

1849 5th -6th July Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey against Gentlemen of Kent at the Oval.

1849 7th July Approx now: Son George conceived.

1849 19th -20th July Makes his first-class cricket debut for Surrey against Sussex at Petworth1849 26th July. Alexander's aunt Lucy Alexander dies at Edenbridge.1849 9th - 11th August Plays cricket for All England XI against Dorset at Weymouth

1849 At the end of the 1849 season, the Sussex Agricultural Gazette, commenting on the Godalming team, stated “Throughout the season the play of A. Marshall Esq; Julius Caesar and that excellent old bowler Woods, has been very fine.”

1849 18th September Brother Frederick joins the 10th Hussars in India1850 31st March. Son George Bentick Marshall Hutchins born at 12 Charles Street, off Trevor Square, Knightsbridge, Hamlet, Westminster. The birth was registered by Eliza Hutchins on 2nd May 1850, when she gave the same address (which is a house of rented apartments). Eliza didn't name Alexander as the boy's father. The child was registered as James Bentick Marshall Hutchins, but by the time of the 1861 census, and doubtless long before this, he was known as George.1850 31st March. Also on this date, nephew George Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1850 18th July Plays cricket for Surrey Club against Clapton at The Oval.

1850 8th - 9th August Plays cricket for Eleven Gentlemen of Godalming and District against the Twelve Caesars at Broadwater Park. Alexander top-scored in the first innings with 47 not out (from a total of 123). C Pontifex and F Marshall were also in the team.

1850 14th - 15th August Plays cricket for Surrey Club at Clapton.

1850 17th August Cambridge Independent Press precis … Cricket .. To Mr A.. M.. of Godalming the cricket world is indebted ...1850 10th September Approx now, son Harry conceived.

1850 12th - 13th September Plays cricket for Godalming against Clapton at Broadwater Park.

1850 23rd - 25th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Louth at Louth, Lincolnshire

1850 30th Sept - 2nd October Plays cricket for All England XI at Edgbaston

1851 A portrait of Julius Caesar by the cricket-playing artist Felix was presented to Alexander this year.1851 30th March Census Described as unmarried, Alexander is at home with his parents at Broadwater, Godalming.George Marshall, married, 62, Timber Merchant, b Godalming, SurreySarah Marshall, wife, 52, b Edenbridge, Kent

Alexander Marshall, unmarried, son, 30, b Godalming, Surrey (no occupation given).Sarah Marshall, daughter, 25Emily Marshall, daughter, 23and six servants including a footman and a page.

1851 2nd - 3rd June Plays cricket for Surrey v MCC at Lords1851 4th June. Son Harry Marshall Hutchins born at 11 West Street, Brighton. Again, Eliza did not name Alexander as the boy's father. 1851 12th - 14th June Plays cricket for Surrey v All England XI at the Oval, match drawn.1851 19th - 20th June Plays cricket for Surrey v Middlesex at the Oval (scores 23 not out)1851 9th July Plays cricket for Godalming against Farnham1851 10th - 11th July Plays cricket for Surrey Club v MCC at the Oval: Surrey Club won by 104 runs.1851 21st - 22nd July Plays cricket for Surrey v Yorkshire at Sheffield, Surrey won by 72 runs.1851 28th - 30th July Plays cricket for Surrey v Sussex at Hove1851 4th - 5th August Plays cricket for Surrey v Yorkshire at the Oval, Surrey won by 10 wickets.1851 7th - 8th August Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey against Gentlemen of Sussex at Broadwater Park, Godalming. Alexander scored 24, and 2 not out. It was remarked that “he has long been known as one of Surrey's best men”. Younger brother, Harry, also came in for praise with an innings “in the most admirable style”, and his fielding drew repeated applause.1851 12th August, Sussex Advertiser (Alexander is mentioned in the Parliamentary Summary precis)1851 17th Aug The Era precis: Alexander described as a great patron of cricket and a leading member of the Surrey ...1851 19th - 20th August Plays cricket for Surrey Club against Mitcham at The Oval. 1851 25th - 26th August Plays cricket in a return match for Gentlemen of Surrey against Gentlemen of Sussex at Horsham.1851 4th - 6th September Plays cricket for All England XI at Huddersfield1851 7th September. Nephew Bryant Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1851 8th - 10th September Plays cricket for All England XI at Bradford. Goes in at number 2, scores 20.1851 10th September. Sister Sarah marries Capt Thomas Shearburn in Godalming.1851 11th - 13th September Plays cricket for All England XI at Newburgh Park1851 15th - 17th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Scotland at Edinburgh1851 18th - 20th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Glasgow in Glasgow1851 29th September - 2nd October Plays cricket for All England XI against Devon at Teiignbridge.1851 6th - 8th October Plays cricket for All England XI against Hampshire at Southampton.1851 13th - 15th October Plays cricket for All England XI against Sussex at Hove.

1852 Alexander publishes a poem this year, almost certainly in January or February:

CRICKET SONG FOR THE ELEVEN OF ENGLAND

When Winter is past, and Phoebus at lastShines out with his golden light,When the trees are green and all's serene,Then cricket is our delight.

There is not a handThroughout our loved land

That may not partake of its joys,Both peasant and peerFind ecstacy here,

Then Cricket for ever my Boys,Then Cricket for ever my Boys.

In the Month of May we begin to play,We're welcomed in County and Town,We struggle for fame and to keep up our name,And add to our past renown.

For it must be confestThat Cricket's the best

Means of all to add to our joys,Both peasant and peerFind ecstacy here,


And should we but find the ground to our mind,Only lively, and level, and sound,Would you know what to do 'gainst a good twenty-two,Why – back us then just for a pound.

Though we don't like to bet,For Cricket can yet

Without wagers well add to our joys,Both peasant and peerFind ecstacy here,


What words can reveal the raptures we feel,When we happen to get a long score,And the girl that we love, should be there to approve,Oh isn't that luck in galore !

Yes, it must be confestThat Cricket's the best

Means of all to add to our joys,Both peasant and peerFind ecstacy here,


Then long may “OLD CLARKE” be up to the mark,And guide us to triumphs again,We never shall see better leader than he,We may look for his like in vain.

Come join in the toast,'Tis a glorious boast,

All classes may share in its joys,Both peasant and peerFind ecstacy here,


A.M., GODALMING, 1852.

STEDMAN, PRINTER

The poem seems to contain coded references to the girl that Alexander loves in secret, Eliza Hutchins.

1852 March. In mid-March, son Harry Marshall Hutchins starts having convulsions, and on 27th March dies from suppressed measles, aged ten months, at 11 West Street, Brighton.1852 7th - 8th June Plays cricket for Surrey Club against MCC at Lords.1852 21st - 23rd June Plays cricket for Godalming against All England XI at Broadwater Park. On 22nd June a dinner was held for the players and local worthies at the Railway Hotel. Henry Marshall presided; one of the toasts was to the health of Alexander Marshall; and Alexander proposed the health of the Surrey Club.1852 24th - 25th June Plays cricket for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at The Oval.1852 8th - 10th July Plays cricket for Surrey against Kent at The Oval.1852 15th - 17th July Plays cricket for Surrey against Sussex at The Oval: opened the first innings, scoring 23.1852 22nd - 23rd July Plays cricket for Surrey Club against MCC at The Oval.1852 26th - 27th July Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey v Gentlemen of Sussex at Horsham.1852 10th August (London Standard, “Police” precis) “.. to A Marshall Esq, Broadwater … fully committed the prisoner for trial ...”1852 19th - 21st August Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey v All England XI at The Oval.1852 23rd - 25th August Plays cricket for Surrey against Sussex at Hove1852 26th - 27th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Shillinglee at Broadwater Park. Unusually, Alexander bowled – and took three wickets.1852 1st September Approx now, son Alexander conceived.1852 September. Niece Mary Shearburn, daughter of Alexander's sister Sarah, was born in Godalming.1852 7th October. Nephew Murray Wyatt Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1852 2nd - 4th September Plays cricket for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge.

1852 6th - 8th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Bradford1852 9th - 11th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Leeds1852 16th - 18th September Plays cricket for All England XI against Scotland in Glasgow1852 20th - 23rd September Plays cricket for All England XI against Kelso1852 28th - 29th September Plays cricket for I Zingari against Phoenix in Dublin1852 7th October. Alexander is appointed Captain in the 2nd Royal Surrey Militia. It is likely that Alexander's father, George, arranged and paid for this Commission -we know that George bought Army commissions for his younger two sons. In 1852 the 2nd Royal Surrey Militia was revived, and by 1854 it had a Depot, with a small permanent staff, in Friary Street, Guildford. The purpose of the Militia was to preserve the internal peace of the community. There was little activity, apart from the few weeks of annual training, which was the only time the militia came together, and the men were billeted in the town of Guildford for the period. Alexander's cousin, Frederick Pontifex, would also become a Captain. And another cousin, William Pontifex, became a Major in the same unit: he was known to be a keen golfer and traveller, and a handsome man.1852 7th October. Nephew Murray Wyatt Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.

1853 Throughout this year “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 24 George Street, Ryde.

1853 12 February. The first regimental order of the 2nd Royal Surrey Militia was issued by Colonel, the Earl of Lovelace, for a Board of Officers to assemble and report upon the stores received for the use of the regiment. Alexander was one of the three who met on 15th February, and declared the stores acceptable. Alexander would be put in charge of No 2 Company, with Lieut R W Chadwick and Sergeant J W Edgar, a Company being of the order of some 60 – 80 men. Each Company had its own ledger, pay-book, order-book, day-book and infantry marshal. 1853 16th April The first Mess Meeting of the re-established 2nd Royal Surrey Militia was held at the White Hart Hotel, Guildford, at 1130am. Alexander was present.1853 May 6th Twenty-eight days training began of the Regiment in Guidford, 14 officers and 20 permanent staff and, nominally, 599 rank-and-file. Forty drill instructors were seconded in for the period, from regiments of the line, from Chatham. The Officers Mess was established at the White Hart Hotel. Parades were held at the Cricket Field, Woodbridge Road. All officers were required to attend the second and third parades daily – these were at 11am and 3 pm. On 30th May there was an inspection at 1045am by a Grenadier Guards Colonel, who reported creditable drill parades; and on 2nd June the regiment was dismissed. Alexander was among the officers recorded as having attended and passed through the training.1853 May 26th Son Albert Alexander Hutchins Marshall born at Alfred Place, Bexley Heath, Bexley, Kent, the son of Alexander Marshall, Gentleman, and Eliza Marshall, formerly Hutchins. Birth registered by Eliza Marshall, mother, of Alfred Place etc, on 6th July.1853 1st June Alexander involved in the assignment of a lease, SHC ref G167/17/151853 30th June - 1st July Plays cricket for Surrey Club against Sevenoaks Vine at The Oval1853 8th July. 1853 11th - 12th July Plays cricket for England against MCC at Lords.

1853 21st - 22nd July Plays cricket for Surrey Club against MCC at The Oval1853 1st - 2nd August Plays cricket for All England XI against I Zingari at The Oval.1853 4th - 5th August Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey against Gentlemen of Sussex at The Oval.1853 8th - 9th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Clapton at Broadwater Park. There was “a large concourse of spectators” ...1853 11th - 13th August Plays cricket for MCC against Sussex at Horsham. Alexander was an opening batsman for the MCC team, scoring three twos and five singles before being bowled by the famous John Wisden.1853 24th August Plays cricket for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at Broadwater Park.Note: it was not usual for a Surrey County home match to be played anywhere but Kennington Oval, but there were problems with the lease-holder who was introducing a variety of activities at the Kennington Oval, some of which were not to the approval of the Crown, who held the freehold. No matches are recorded at the Oval between 11th September 1853 and 30th May 1855. Prince Albert personally intervened in negotiations, and a new lease was granted in November 1854 to Alexander and others – see below.1853 12th - 13th September Plays cricket for Godalming against Shillinglee at Shillinglee Park. 1853 19th - 20th September Plays cricket for Godalming against Shillinglee at Broadwater Park. “The weather was just that whiich a cricketer longs for ...”1853 20th Dec Sussex Advertiser precis “Surrey” … host Alexander Marshall, Esq, presided … 4877 words1853 24th December Father, George Marshall dies at Broadwater, Godalming. Probate granted 3rd Feb 1854.1853-4 We believe that it may be around this period that Alexander established a secret love-nest for Eliza Hutchins and their children in Lower Mitcham, which at this time was still a highly desirable Surrey village. The pressure to have a defined base would be growing as the number of children increased and they needed education. Mitcham Cricket Club were very strong, and one of their stalwarts was Charles Hoare, born in Mitcham in 1819, a contemporary of Alexander's and the captain of the Surrey County team, 1846-1850. Several times Alexander and Charles played together in the same County match, the first occasion being July 1849, and the final occasion being 1860. (Charles also turned out for Godalming in August 1854.) Alexander would have known Mitcham through Charles. It certainly appears that by 1857, when daughter Emily is born in Lower Mitcham, some kind of residence has been established. Fanny is born in Lower Mitcham in 1859; and as late as 1874 three of the family were at St Peter and St Paul Church, Mitcham to be baptised. In the 1851 census the house between the butcher's and the hairdresser's was unoccupied; but at some point before 1861 Henry Barcroft (b c1808) and his wife Mary Ann (b c1814) became resident lodgers, which they described themselves as in 1861 ... when the Head of that household was evidently away – as we see it, on the Isle of Wight. We believe that the Barcrofts would have been available as occasional child-minders/babysitters. By 1871 they were now describing themselves as heads of the household, and Emily (13) was the boarder. (By 1881 the Barcrofts had a different lodger.) Henry's trade was usually Silk Printer, which was also Charles Hoare's occupation as a young man in 1841 – we see this as a further connection, with Charles perhaps introducing or, at least, vouching for Henry Barcroft.

1853 Throughout this year “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 24 George Street, Ryde. He continues to be shown in Ryde until the end of August 1856.1854 March. Nephew Egremont Shearburn, son of Alexander's sister Sarah, was born in Kensington.

1854 Throughout this year “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 24 George Street, Ryde. He continues to be shown in Ryde until the end of August 1856.1854 Some time this year the Marshalls open a Public House, “The Cricketers” in Godalming – largely to provide Julius Caesar, made landlord, with additional income.1854 March. 1854 9th April. Niece Mielicent Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1854 Monday May 8th The regiment was assembled again for its second annual training period, and Alexander was present. New colours were presented at the training ground on 19th May – prior to this a series of splendid entertainments was given by the Colonel at his mansion, East Horsley Towers, and also by the officers at the White Hart Hotel. The colour ceremony itself was a major event: a grandstand was erected, the event was ticketed, and a large assemblage of the elite of the neighbourhood was present. Afterwards the officers entertained their friends to a sumptuous dinner at the White Hart Hotel, nearly 100 being present, and a Ball in the evening brought the entertainment to a close. After regimental inspection on 2nd June, there were more formal dinners and a Ball at the White Hart Hotel at which over 200 were present. The Ball lasted several hours.1854 12th June Plays cricket for MCC against Surrey Club at Lords.1854 3rd - 5th July Plays cricket for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge.1854 8th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Old Harrovians at Broadwater Park. (All three Marshalls played, and two Pontifexes.) C H Hoare also played for Godalming in this match – he was co-signatory to the lease on The Oval.1854 10th - 12th August Plays cricket for MCC against Sussex at Horsham. (F Marshall was also in the team – his first-class debut)1854 14th - 15th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Reigate: all three Marshalls played.1854 21st - 22nd August Plays cricket for Godalming against Shillinglee.1854 21st August (Precis, Morning Post) Cricket: ...of A Marshall Esq, Broadwater ...1854 24th - 26th August Plays cricket for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at Broadwater Park.1854 29th - 30th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Shillinglee at Broadwater Park.1854 7th - 8th September Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Surrey againgst Gentlemen of Sussex at Hove.1854 25th November Alexander is a party to taking out a 21-year lease with two others, one being Charles Hoare, on the Kennington Oval at a yearly rent of £ 160.1855 Throughout this year “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 24 George Street, Ryde.He continues to be shown in Ryde until the end of August 1856. 1855 1st February The 2nd Royal Surrey Militia was “embodied” with regard to the Crimean War. This evidently made it liable to regular military command, and

appears to have put it on a course to full-time footing. Special dispensations were available to Officers, at the discretion of the Commanding Officer, to make their duties as little irksome as possible, since it was anticipated they must have other obligations. Alexander Marshall is recorded as having been present from 1st April 1855 to 12th June 1856 – though obviously this does not mean “every minute”. During the latter part of 1855 and early 1856 there was every expectation that the Regiment – which had expressed their willingness - would be sent to the Crimea. Alexander Marshall was among the officers who had explicitly offered to go.1855 BNA 15th May Sussex Advertiser .. precis.. “Court and Fashionable” … Captain A Marshall, Col the Earl of Lovelace ... 1855 Formal inspection of the regiment this year was on 29th June. The Officers' Mess was established this year at the White Hart Hotel, as previously, but finding their quarters there rather indifferent, it was removed in the summer to the house belonging to the ex-Mayor, Mr Elkins, which was close to the Drill Field. On 7th June the War Office issued a circular authorising lodging allowances to officers, and they took up their quarters in various parts of the town. The government ordered that sword exercises should be more practised by officers of the Militia, and “single-stick” soon became a favourite amusement, and many hard knocks were given and received. During 1855 William Pontifex, Alexander's cousin, became his No 2 Company Lieutenant.1855 9th - 10th July Plays cricket for Gentlemen of Kent and Surrey againgst Gentlemen of England at Lords.1855 13th August Alexander Marshall Esq plays for the 2nd Royal Surrey Militia cricket team at Shillinglee Park, Sussex.1855 BNA 20th August Morning Post precis … … Mr A Marshall's private ground, at Broadwater, Godalming, with the usual liberality of the owner will be thrown open to the ….1855 20th August Plays cricket for Godalming against Old Harrovians at Broadwater Park.1855 September. Niece Augusta Shearburn, daughter of Alexander's sister Sarah, was born in Kensington.

1855 1st-26th September: brother Frederick serves in the Crimea.1855 29th September. Nephew Lionel Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1856 From January through to late March, “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 24 George Street, Ryde. Then he relocates to 26 George Street.1856 On February 13th the Regiment was deployed to Aldershot. It reached there by marching from Guildford via the Hog's Back in atrocious weather conditions. The unit would have gone earlier, but it delayed leaving Guildford because of smallpox in the town. A group of citizens rang the bells of Holy Trinity Church to indicate their pleasure that the Militia was leaving – the Mayor felt obliged to apologise for their actions. On 14th February the instruction went out that Officers must attend all parades, and that there and while on duty, they must always wear full dress.

1856 On 27th February the Mayor of Guildford's dinner was held in the Angel Hotel, with over 60 people attending, including Capt Alexander Marshall and his brother Murray Marshall.

1856 On 2nd June the regiment was among several that were reviewed by Queen Victoria at Wellington College.1856 From 29 March “Captain Marshall” is shown (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List) as residing at 26 George Street, Ryde. 1856 12th June. The regiment was formally “disembodied”, and Colonel the Earl of Lovelace gave a Grand Ball. The Regiment was also entertained by Captain Pontifex at his residence, Denby House, Haslemere.1856 14th - 16th August Plays for Reigate Priory against United England XI 1856 30th August is the last entry (in the Isle of Wight Fashionable List), for the time being, showing “Captain Marshall” as residing at 26 George Street, Ryde. 1856 20th September Alexander involved in the assignment of a lease, SHC ref G167/17/191857 13th Feb. Approx now, daughter Emily conceived.1857 There was no annual Militia training this year.1857 21st - 22nd May Plays for MCC against Cambridge University at Cambridge. 1857 8th - 9th June Plays for Surrey Club against Southgate at The Oval.1857 13th June Nephew Oswald Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1857 18th - 19th June Plays his last match for Surrey, against Cambridgeshire, at The Oval. (He was absent from the scond innings). 1857 7th November. Daughter Emma Hutchins Marshall born in Lower Mitcham, Croydon, the daughter of Alexander Marshall, Landed proprietor, and Eliza Marshall, formerly Hutchins. Birth registered by Eliza Marshall, mother, of Lower Mitcham, on 10th December. 1857 17th November Sussex Advertiser precis “Brighton Journal” … Captain Alexander Marshall....1858 9th to 28th September Annual Militia training. Inspection was on 27th September.1858 December. Nephew Roderic Bryant Shearburn, son of Alexander's sister Sarah, was born in Godalming.

1858 13th December. Approx now, daughter Fanny conceived.1859 28th May, Dover Express... precis … Cricket …. Captain A Marshall, Captain F Marshall ...1859 29th June Sister Emily marries Lt-Col Charles Fairtlough at Godalming1859 7th to 27th July Annual Militia training. Inspection was on 25th July.1859 6th September. Daughter Frances Eliza Marshall born in Lower Mitcham, Croydon, the daughter of Alexander Marshall, of independent means, and Eliza Marshall, formerly Hutchins. Birth registered by Eliza Marshall, mother, of Lower Mitcham, on 6th October. 1859 1st October. Niece Constance Emily Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1859 5th October. Twins Harry and Kate Shearburn, son and daughter of Alexander's sister Sarah, were born in Godalming.

1859 8th November. In the Great Room of the King's Arms, Godalming(according to a different newspaper it was The Red Lion) a dinner is hosted in the most liberal manner by Henry Marshall to welcome home the twelve English cricketers who have beaten the Americans. Henry, President of the Surrey County Club, was in the Chair; and that staunch patron of cricket, Mr Alexander Marshall,

filled the Vice-chair. The Surrey cricketers generally received an invite, and the room was thronged by numerous friends from all parts. Amongst the company was the elite of Godalming and various parts of the County of Surrey, and above 150 sat down at the table. A more agreeable meeting, perhaps, has never been passed … Many toasts were given and responded to in the happiest manner in speeches by Mr Alexander Marshall and Mr Fred Lillywhite. The evening was spent most joyously. (See also Sussex Advertiser, 11 Nov 1851 maybe extra info)1859 (14th Dec Taunton Courier and Western Advertiser) precis … Her May & consort … Captain A Marshall .. in giving prosperity to the Surrey Club, scouted ...1860 From week-ending 31 December 1859 to 2 June 1860, “Capt Marshall” is listed as a visitor at Durley Cottage, Ventnor, Isle of Wight.1860 In April 1860, Tattersall's odds for the horse Thormanby to win the Derby were quoted at 11/1. [The odds had shortened from an initial 25/1 available soon after the 1859 Derby had been run.] On Derby Day itself, Wednesday 23rd May 1860, Thormanby started at 5/1, joint second favourite. Thormanby won the race. 1860 Some time about 1860, according to Counsel for the defendant in a case at Croydon Assizes in August 1865, his client, Mr Saltmarsh (a man connected with the turf), and Captain Marshall happened to be at a house in company with some other persons when a jockey named Sait came in and made some observations to the effect that a horse called Thormanby would not win a particular race. Captain Marshall offered to bet that Thormanby would, and the result was that he took certain odds from Sait, by which he would be entitled to £175 if the horse did win the race. It appeared that Captain Marshall appealed to Mr Saltmarsh to inform him whether Sait was a good man, or whether he was likely to pay. Mr Saltmarsh, who really knew very little about the man, but at the time supposed that he was likely to pay, made an observation to that effect, and the matter ended. The horse won the race, but it appeared that Captain Marshall did not get his money. 1860 The jockey, Alfred Sait, when he read the above account in 1865, confirmed that such a bet had been made, gave the location as being the Angel Hotel, Guildford, but insisted that the bet was with another party, not with himself. 1860 30th April to 26th May Annual Militia training in Guildford. Inspection was on 24th May, and the men were dismissed on 26th May.1860 2 June 1860: After this date, “Capt Marshall” is no longer listed as a visitor at Ventnor, Isle of Wight.1860 18th July Brother Henry marries Alice Heath Jary in Blofield, Norfolk (Look up the report in the Bury & Norwich Post 24 July 1860)1860 9th - 11th August Plays his final first-class cricket match, for Gentlemen of the South against Gentlemen of the North, at Salford.1860 13th - 14th August Plays for Gentlemen of Surrey Club against Gentlemen of the Midland Counties, at Leicester.

1861 Q1 Nephew Frederick Howard Fairtlough, son of sister Emily, is born.1861 Census April 7th At Ryde, Isle of Wight with his family:Lodging at Simeon Street, Newchurch, RydeAlexander Marshall, Head, marr, 39, Captain of Militia, b Edenbridge, KentEliza Marshall, Wife, 38, b Godalming, SurreyGeorge Marshall, son, 11, b LondonAlexander Marshall, son, 8, b Bexley Heath, KentEmma Marshall, daughter, 3, b Mitcham, SurreyFanny Marshall, daughter, 18 months, b Mitcham, Surrey.

(In the 1861 census, Joseph Wills, 45, pensioner b Carlisle was a boarder at 263 Marylebone Road living with his wife Sarah, 33, b Windsor. The house that they lived in was at the corner of Stafford Street, where no. 2 was in multiple occupancy with 20 residents in total. In 1871 Joseph and Sarah Wills were now resident themselves at 2 Stafford Street, where there was only one other family, a husband, wife, and five children.)

1861 6th May. Niece Octavia Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1861 6th to 26th May Annual Militia training. Inspection was on 24th May, and the men were dismissed on 26th May.1861 Q2. Niece Alice May Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Henry, was born in Tongham, Surrey.1861 Monday 2nd – Wednesday 4th September Plays cricket for Godalming against All England XI at Broadwater Park. (All three Marshalls played, Frederick being in the All England side, which won.) The match was played in “the beautiful park belonging to the Marshall family”. On the middle day there were around 3000 spectators comprising the gentry of the locality and vicinity. The All England Eleven were most liberally entertained by the Committee of the Godalming Club, and Alexander Marshall, in addressing them, alluded to the pending arrangements for an eleven to go to Australia. He stated that if arrangements were perfected, he hoped the list would comprise the names of several well-known to fame, and would fully represent the “old country” in the colony. The cricketers then drank Mr Marshall's good health, and retired well-pleased with the hospitality shown them.1861 Birmingham Journal 1st D

1861 14th December Prince Albert dies

1861 16th December Brother Frederick Marshall marries Adelaide Laura Howard at St Paul's Knightsbridge.1862 Q2 Brother-in-law Charles Fairtlough (Emily Marshall's husband) dies in Medway Reg District, Kent.1862 Q2 Nephew Charles Edward Gerrard Marshall Fairtlough, son of sister Emily, is born.1862 8th May Militia annual training begins, scheduled to last 21 days.1862 15th May Alexander resigns fron the Militia.1862 30th May The London Gazette records that the Queen has been graciously pleased to accept the resignation of the Commission held by Captain Alexander Marshall in the 2nd Regiment of Royal Surrey Militia.1862 10th December. Nephew Walter Douglas Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Murray, was born in Godalming.1863 For the first four months of this year, “Capt Marshall and family” are listed in the Isle of Wight Observer's 'Fashionable List' as residing at Trafalgar House, Nelson Place, Ryde. 1863 From May 1863 “Capt Marshall and family” are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde.1863 It becomes apparent during this year that Alexander Marshall is renting accommodation at 2 Stafford Street, Marylebone. He continues to rent it until 1869, if not beyond.

1863 8th July. An altercation takes place at 2 Stafford Street that leads to a case on 19th July at Marylebone Police Court. William Sparks, of 23 Cuthbert Street, Paddington, who described himself as a retired builder, said that he had gone to 2 Stafford Street by invitation of Captain Marshall. He was sitting on the sofa waiting to see the Captain, when Jesse Hatton, a pugilist and landlord of the Red Lion, Green Street, Theobalds Road, came into the room.

If a man be judged by the company he keeps, Alexander Marshall is now in a very bad place. These men, and their associates, are among the dregs of society.

Hatton pushed the table aside and said “You --- , I have got you,”, and gave me a severe blow behind my ear and another in the pit of my stomach. I called for Captain Marshall and asked if he allowed such proceedings, as I was suffering greatly from rheumatic gout. When Captain Marshall came in, the prisoner held me by the hair of my head. The Captain assisted me, and other persons who came into the room said I had better get out. While I was going, Hatton gave me a severe kick in the back. I went home and was confined to bed for a week … I presume the reason why he assaulted me is that I had promised I would not accompany him anywhere, as he had been a convicted felon.Sparks was cross-examined by Mr L Lewis, of Lewis & Lewis – who one has seen representing prize-fighters for over a decade, presenting them as highly respectable citizens. **

1864 Throughout this year Capt Marshall and family are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde.1864 Q2. Wilfred Marshall, son of Alexander's brother Frederick, is born at St Georges Hanover Square RD.1864 20th May. Jesse Hatton, a well-known pugilist, late of Lamb's Conduit Street, London, was declared bankrupt. He would blame his bankruptcy largely on Capt A Marshall, of Godalming, from whom he accepted two bills for his accommodation, one for £100, one for £50 – and the bills (cheques) were not honoured.(One of Jesse Hatton's bare-knuckle fights, against Harry Cooper, was still being recalled in the next century.)1864 August. According to counsel for the defendant at Croydon Assizes in 1865, Mr Saltmarsh, his client, was at Brighton Races in August 1864 with two of his horses about to run in the next race, when he suddenly found himself assailed by Captain Marshall, who appeared to have made up his mind to hold Mr Saltmarsh surety for the bet in 1860 that had been lost by the jockey Sait. Capt Marshall had a bill for £100 and another for £75 ready drawn, and also a pen and ink in his hand, and he insisted upon Mr Saltmarsh accepting them, and threatened that if he did not do so, his horses should not be allowed to start, and that there were several persons handy who would pick him up and throw him into the sea. Captain Marshall was at the time surrounded by the men Jesse Hatton, Nat Langham, Henry Broome, Jem Mace and a number of other pugilists, and under the impression that some bodily injury would be inflicted upon him, Mr Saltmarsh accepted both the bills, but he immediately made public what had taken place, and gave notice that the bills had been obtained from him by threats and violence, and without any consideration being given for them, and that if they were put in circulation he would not pay them.

1864 Tuesday 2nd August. Mr Saltmarsh's horse, Confusion, finished second in the 6-furlong Southdown Stakes at Brighton Races. Reports of the next day's racing stated that brilliant weather attracted the elite of that large section of society invariably located at this fashionable watering place at the present time of year.1864 Monday 12th – Wednesday 14th September Alexander takes part in a Julius Caesar Testimonial cricket match at Broadwater Park, but is stumped for nought. The Band of the 2nd Surrey Militia provided entertainment on at least two of the days. Play was interrupted a lot by rain on the second day. “The Marshall family have been known for years as staunch patrons of cricket.” The company was very numerous. After the match a large meeting was held in the Public Hall in Bridge Street, Murray Marshall Esq presiding. (Julius Caesar was presented with a gold watch and a purse of sovereigns.) Note: More about Julius and the shooting etc in Godalming History p60-621864 November. Alexander's Aunt Mary (Pontifex, nee Marshall) dies in Godalming.1865 Throughout this year Capt Marshall and family are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde. 1865 12th January. According to Counsel for the plaintiff (Mr Hopkinson) in the case of Hopkinson v Saltmarsh heard at Croydon Assizes in August 1865, a man named Hutchinson came to him and asked him to discount a bill of exchange for Captain Marshall, who (he said) had sold two horses to the defendant for £180, and that Saltmarsh had given him £80 in cash and the bill in question for payment. The bill had been drawn payable at six months' date, and would become due in some three weeks time. Hopkinson later gave evidence that he was acquainted with Captain Marshall, the drawer of the bill, and believed that he was a gentleman of large property at Blackwater, and also in the neighbourhood of Edenbridge. He had been with him over his estates at the last-mentioned place. He believed that if Captain Marshall owed him £500, he was able to pay him.1865 14th January. Hutchinson came back to Hopkinson, and on this occasion he was accompanied by Jesse Hatton, the fighting man, and Hatton's name was on the bill. Hopkinson had had many transactions with Hatton before. Hopkinson gave a cheque for £94 for the bill, the other £6 being allowed for interest.1865 February. The £100 bill was not honoured upon presentation. (Hopkinson duly produced the cheque in court, with the endorsement of Captain Marshall upon it, to show that it had passed regularly through his bankers.)1865 April 24th Capt Marshall was present at the Isle of Wight Steeple-chases at Gatcombe Manor attended by nearly 10,000 people. Immediately the races were over there was an “ugly dash” for the road, and the drivers seemed to have imbibed a spirit of recklessness from seeing the steeple-chases, for many drove at a break-neck pace; consequently panels were stove-in, and whippings and sets-to followed, and minor collisions and narrow escapes took place.1865 12th July. Nephew Ralph Shearburn, son of Alexander's sister Sarah, was born in Godalming.

1865 Friday 14th July. In the Court of Bankruptcy, Jesse Hatton, described as a barman of Bear Street, Leicester Square, but better known as a pugilist, came up to pass his last examination, and for the order of discharge. (One of Jesse Hatton's bare-knuckle fights, against Harry Cooper, was still being recalled in the next century.)

1865 Mon 14th August. The case of Hopkinson v Saltmarsh came to trial before Mr Baron Pigott and a Common Jury. Sir G Honeyman and Mr Channell were for the plaintiff; Mr Pearce and Mr Philbrick for the defendant. The plaintiff sued as what is called in law the innocent holder of the bill of exchange, and as having given value for it without any knowledge that there was anything wrong connected with it. The bill in question appeared to have been drawn by a Captain Alfred Marshall, who was stated to be a man of large property near Godalming and also near Edenbridge, and to have been accepted by the defendant, Saltmarsh. This was an action to recover £100 upon the bill of exchange, to which the defendant pleaded that the bill in question had been obtained from him by threats and coercion.Cross-examined by the defence, Hopkinson said that he was in business in London as a tea-dealer, and he also had an interest in some saw-mills. He denied that he had ever been engaged in betting or sporting pursuis, but he was present on one occasion at a cock-fight, and he had at another time betted five pounds for a friend on a horse-race. Asked why he had not sued Captain Marshall rather than the defendant, he said that he had given instructions to his attorney to sue him, but the Captain could not be found. (Laughter in court.) He denied having told Hatton that he did not care anything about Saltmarsh, or who he was. He denied having been informed that Saltmarsh had been “mobbed” by Hatton, Nat Langham, Jem Mace and some other fighting men upon Brighton race-course, and had been compelled to accept the bill in question – but he had heard something of the kind stated since the transaction.Mr Thistlethwaite, Hopkinson's attorney, was examined, and he confirmed that Hopkinson had given him instructions to take proceedings against Captain Marshall. He had obtained a writ of capias, but was unable to execute it. Cross-examined, he said that he had not made any enquiries about Captain Marshall at the Horseguards, because he had no means of knowing whether he had a right to the title, or whether he was merely a captain by repute. For the same reason, he made no enquiries about him at the army agent's. Mr Thistlethwaite had spoken to the defendant, Saltmarsh, who admitted that the acceptance was in his handwriting. Mr Saltmarsh said something to him about the his having been attacked by a lot of fighting men and “roughs” on Brighton race-course, and compelled to accept this bill and another for £75 for some betting transaction, and Saltmarsh added that he would never pay the amount, and if the plaintiff obtained a verdict, he would go through the Bankruptcy Court.For the defence, Counsel stated that Hopkinson was being put forward as the innocent holder of the bill, but he believed he should be able to show that Hopkinson was aware of the nature of the transaction, and he appeared to have received more than a hundred per cent interest for the risk that he had undertaken. Counsel then called Hutchinson, who stated that he had known the plaintiff, Hopkinson, for four years. At the request of Jesse Hatton, who had the bill in his possession, he went to Hopkinson and asked him to discount the bill. In evidence under examination, Hutchinson said that he told the plaintiff that the bill had been given to Captain Marshall by a person named Saltmarsh in payment for two horses, but that it could not be recovered unless it went through a third party's hands. [ Hutchinson gave some further evidence, but … ] in cross-examination Hutchinson admitted that he had told a totally different story to Hopkinson's attorney, saying nothing about the necessity for the bill to be placed in some third person's hands to be recovered.The Judge, Mr Baron Pigott, inquired of the counsel for the defendant whether he had any other evidence to show that the plaintiff knew anything of the circumstances under which the bill had been obtained. Mr Pearce said he was afraid not. He could

call Mr Saltmarsh to prove what he had stated, but this would not carry the case any further. A verdict for the plaintiff was then obtained. Sir G Honeyman applied for immediate execution, but the learned judge said that he should not interfere, but things must take their ordinary course.1865 Saturday 19th August. The Surrey Advertiser, in its Godalming News section, carried the full report of the Hopkinson v Saltmarsh case as detailed above.1865 Saturday 2nd September. In this, the next edition of the Surrey Advertiser, the following letter was published in the Godalming News section: The late-betting case at Croydon Assizes. “To the Editor of the Surrey Advertiser. Sir – In your impression of 19th inst., you gave a report of a trial which took place at the Croydon Assizes, Hopkinson v Saltmarsh, in which it is stated that I made a bet with Capt. Marshall on a certain horse named Thormanby. Allow me to state that I never made a bet with Capt. Marshall in my life, although I was present with others in the Angel Hotel, Guildford, when a bet was made by another party with him on the horse referred to. I am, sir, yours obediently, Alfred Sait.”

1865 Thursday 5th October Alexander is found guilty of being drunk and riotous in Green Row, Southsea, Portsmouth the previous evening, and is fined 10 shillings with 7 shillings costs. Evidently, Alexander Marshall, late Captain in the Surrey Militia, had been walking in Green Row to Lion Gate, the entrance to Southsea Common, with Mark Ruddell, a waiter at the new Southsea Pier Hotel. Mark saw some ladies coming towards them, accompanied by a man whose name is John Rice, a steward on board the Duke of Wellington. As Alexander was in front and the worse for liquor, Mark Ruddell, fearing that Alexander might stumble against the ladies, ran to the front and unavoidably committed that blunder himself ... (he said in Court)... whereupon John Rice dealt him a severe blow. When Mark explained how he had come to stumble against the ladies, John Rice declined to apologise for striking the blow. Whereupon Mark Ruddell charged John Rice with assault. Mr Cousins, who appeared for the defendant, said the blow was struck in the heat of the moment, and his client, seeing the complainant was in the company of a man that was drunk, thought he was drunk as well. The magistrates thought that the case ought not to have been brought to Court, and they dismissed it.1866 Throughout this year Capt Marshall and family are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde. 1866 Q1. Nephew Ralph Shearburn, son of Alexander's sister Sarah, died in Godalming.1866 Saturday 10th November. The Hampshire Telegraph published a Southsea Visitors List that included, in the listing for Fountain and Queen's Hotels, Mr and Mrs Alexander Marshall and Master Marshall.1867 Throughout this year Capt Marshall and family are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde. 1867 On Tuesday 16th April, at Ryde Petty Sessions, Charles Reeves was charged with obtaining three boxes of cigars, to the value of 45 shillings from Jane Andrews, of Castle Street, Ryde, bu falsely saying that they were for Captain Marshall. Jane Andrews gave evidence that she knew Captain Marshall by sight, but had never spoken to him. Her story as to how she came to let Reeves have first one box, then two others, was contradicted by Reeves. Alexander Marshall told the Court that he lived in Ryde, and was generally known as Captain Marshall. He knew Reeves, and had occasionally employed him. He had not at any time authorised his getting any cigars from Mrs Andrews. He remembered during the last week or ten days taking

refuge in Monkton Street during a storm, when the prisoner came up and offered to sell him some cigars, which he refused, saying he did not want them, as he always had a supply from London. The prisoner was committed to the July Sessions.1867 7th May The opening match of the newly-formed Broadwater Cricket Club takes place at Broadwater Park, amid much celebration. There were toasts enthusiastically drunk to the health of Mrs Marshall of Broadwater House, and to Murray Marshall, with three ringing cheers, as was the toast to Alexander Marshall (proposed by Julius Caesar).1867 Saturday 6th July The Hampshire Advertiser reported on the outcome of the Charles Reeves case. (He was described as a sailor, and in the dock he was seized of an epileptic fit.) He was acquitted, the evidence not being such as to bring guilt home to him.1867 Q3. Sybil Mary Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Frederick, is born at St Georges Hanover Square RD.

1868 Throughout this year Capt Marshall and family are shown as residing at Dorset Villa, Monkton Street, Ryde. 1868 Tuesday 14th April. The Isle of Wight Steeplechases at Gatcombe attracted an immense assemblage of spectators including the elite of the Island. Captain Marshall's horse, Goodwood Girl, ran in the Isle of Wight Hunt Steeplechase (3 miles) and finished third of three. Goodwood Girl proved the least proficient, being unable to negotiate the very easy fences at the commencement, and was not persevered with.1868 24th April. “To the Editor of the Isle of Wight Observer. Sir – You were good enough to speak kindly of poor Crunden, the jockey, who died of the effects of a fall in the late Isle of Wight Steeple Chases. I have commenced a subscription on behalf of his afflicted relatives, and the most trifling sums will be thankfully received. It should be borne in mind that this poor fellow met his untimely end in pursuit of a dangerous sport, which, though fatal to him, is supposed to afford amusement to the million. Your obedient servant, Alexander Marshall, Captain, Dorset House, Ryde.” The letter was published on 2nd May, with the comment “Any contributions left at the office of this paper will be duly forwarded.”1868 25th April IoW Observer precis … “Newport” …. Capt Marshall who came specially from Ryde to attend the funeral ...1868 Weds 2nd September. In the early hours of the morning, Alexander is mugged in Portsea. His assailants were Thomas Glellin, 30, a Private in the 33rd Regiment and Amos Hornett, 24, a Private in the military train. Both were in uniform. The case was heard initially at the Portsmouth Police Court on Friday 4th September. It was stated that Alexander resides at Broadwater, Godalming, and was temporarily residing on the Isle of Wight. Between 2am and 3am Alexander was in the company of the two accused, of whom he had enquired whether they could find a waterman to take him over to Ryde. They promised to lead him to the Common Hard. Having walked with them for some minutes, he was tripped and fell to the ground on his back. One of the accused wrenched a gold ring from his finger; one snatched at his gold watch-chain, which broke. Alexander moved his gold watch from his waistcoat pocket to his trousers, but they got the watch, and the chain, and a riding whip worth in total £ 60. Some passers-by alerted the police. In Alexander's words, the assailants “bolted like cowards, as they were”. He was in a labyrinth of streets, and did not know exactly where he was. He recognised his attackers partly by the natural light,

partly by the lamps. He denied having been under the influence of drink. The prisoners were committed for trial. 1868 31st October. (IoW Observer – precis) Re the dead steeple chase rider Crunden … result Captain Marshall appeals to the sporting and general public for a little assistance on behalf of the aged mother of poor … Capt Marshall £ 1 ….1868 1st December. Eliza Marshall dies at 2 Stafford Street, Christchurch, Marylebone. Aged 47, the wife of Alexander Marshall, Captain in the Militia. Cause of death, acute pericarditis, certified. Reported on 4th December by J Wells, of 2 Stafford Street, present at the death.1868 8th December approx. at Winchester Assizes. The case is heard against Thomas Glellin and Amos Hornett, accused of the attack on Alexander Marshall on 2nd September. At the Assizes the prisoners cross-examined Alexander, and after some time he admitted that he might have been drinking beer at a public house before this happened, and that the prisoners might have been there. He denied having walked with the prisoners after the robbery and saying “I have been robbed, and I have lost my watch.” A Mr George Scarrott, an outfitter, (a naval clothier, of 10 Clock Street, Portsea – DJM) described passing the prisoners in company, and shortly afterwards came upon Alexander near Bateman's Alley. Alexander seemed stupefied, and his clothes were covered in dust. Mr Scarrott and some accompanying friends went after the prisoners, who saw that they were being pursued, and ran off. In reply to the judge, Mr Scarrott said that Alexander was sober. The prisoners were stopped by Police Sergeant Harvey, who had been notified of the attack. After a scuffle the prisoners were both taken to the Police Station, and all the property was recovered either from their persons, from the cells, or from the front of the Police Station itself inside the perimeter. The prisoners maintained their innocence throughout. Glellin claimed he was as innocent as a new-born child. Hornett said that the articles found on him were given him by a girl in a night-house where he had gone with Alexander Marshall. The jury found both men guilty; the judge said that it was a very serious offence, and he sentenced both to five years' penal servitude.1869 Q2. Hilda Therese J Marshall, daughter of Alexander's brother Frederick, is born at St Georges Hanover Square RD.1869 21st October Brother Murray learns about now that he is dying. A fairly rough and ready Will is signed on this date, witnessed by brothers Frederick and Henry in which Murray leaves everything to “my dear wife Eliza”. Three weeks later the lawyers in London have drafted a codicil to provide for the guardianship of Murray's children until they reach their majority. (Frederick and Eliza are named joint or sole guardians.)1869 18th November Upon the petition of Mr Joseph Wills, lodging-house keeper, of 2 Stafford Street, Marylebone, Alexander Marshall is adjudicated bankrupt by the London Bankruptcy Court. Mr Wills is owed £ 70.5s.0d.1869 23rd November The London Gazette publishes the adjudication and adds that Alexander is now a Prisoner for Debt in the custody of the Sheriff of Middlesex at 1 Bream's Buildings, Chancery Lane ...and is required to surrender himself to the Registrar of the London Court of Bankruptcy at the first meeting of creditors on 6th December at 12 noon. 1869 10th December. By now, Alexander should have prepared a Statement of Affairs for the Receiver appointed by the Bankruptcy Court. The Receiver will have taken charge of Alexander's assets and income, and his duty is to try to amass sufficient funds to pay Alexander's creditors in full. He may sell available assets, and - other than paying the costs of Alexander's reasonable needs – set aside spare

income. The Receiver will place announcements in relevant media calling upon any Creditors to come forward by a given deadline and to substantiate their claims. In due course the claims of at least 19 creditors are accepted, among them eight creditors from Godalming. 1870 15th January. Brother Murray dies. On 21st January his six sons (aged seven to nineteen) lead the funeral procession, immediately followed by his brothers, Alexander, Frederick and Henry. The procession walks two miles from Bridge House, Godalming, to Busbridge Church.1870 11th February Notice is given in the London Gazette of a public sitting for Alexander to pass his last examination and make application for his discharge on 15th March 1870.1870 15th March. It is evident that Alexander was not discharged, but on the application of assignees the examination was adjourned for a further three months.1870 15th June. Alexander's accounts had not been made up to the satisfaction of assignees and his application for discharge was again adjourned.1870 31st August. Mother Sarah makes her last Will. She does not leave a specific bequest to Alexander, but instead establishes a Trust under which the Trustees are to pay or apply a rent-charge of £ 720 or any part thereof for the personal maintenance and support of Alexander, or otherwise for his personal benefit as they shall think fit. Sarah also refers in her Will to the “reputed” children of Alexander Marshall: George Bentick Hutchins, Alexander Hutchins, Emily Hutchins and Frances Hutchins. She establishes a Trust to the value of £ 2400 for them to share in as they reach 21, or earlier in the case of the girls if they marry.1870 15th November At 12 noon at the London Court of Bankruptcy in Basinghall Street before the Hon W C Spring-Rice, there was a final examination regarding the bankruptcy of Alexander Marshall, described as of 2 Stafford Street, Marylebone, previously of the Gloucester Hotel, Brighton, and of the Sussex Hotel, Tunbridge Wells, and prior thereto of the Queen's Hotel, and Gloucester Hotel, both in Brighton, Captain in the Militia, whose numerous creditors reside at Guildford, Portsmouth, Ryde IoW, Godalming and Brighton, and who was declared bankrupt on the 18th November 1869 under the petition of Mr Joseph Wills, lodging-house keeper, of 2 Stafford Street, Marylebone, for a debt of £ 70.5s. A solicitor, Mr Crowther, from Old Jewry Chambers, represented Mr J J Saffery, accountant for the assignees; and the gallant captain appeared in person. Mr Crowther presented the account: Dr: To creditors, unsecured £ 5463-16-10d

To creditors holding security £ 1135-10-0dLiabilities on accommodation bills £ 38-5-0dCreditors to be paid in full £ 6-5-0d

TOTAL £ 6643-16-10d

Cr: By debtors good £ 137- 0- 1dProperty given up to assignees £ 4850- 0- 0dProperty in the hands of creditors £ 1100- 0 -0dBy deficiency £ 556-16-9d

TOTAL £ 6643-16-10d

The expenditure of the bankrupt was stated to have been £ 2000 per annum.

Alexander Marshall's unsecured creditors included the following local residents (so described by the Surrey Advertiser) – if these were the only unsecured creditors they would have been owed an average of £200 each ( £10,000 each at today's values) which seems highly unlikely. The newspaper uses the word “included” and also speaks of “numerous” creditors. So we can take it that there must be many other individuals or businesses that have not been itemised. :

the proprietor of the Pier Hotel, Ryde, IoW;(the Royal Pier Hotel, Pier Street - DJM)Mr Turner, Ryde, IoW; (probably William Turner, physician & surgeon, of Melville Street, Ryde East - DJM)Mr Edmund Hands, silk mercer, Ryde, IoW.Mr Barnett, 95 High Street, Portsmouth;Mr D Dent, George Street, Portsmouth;Mr W Tavrey, hotel keeper, Portsmouth.Mr Richard Terry, Gloucester Hotel, Brighton.(27 Gloucester Street, Brighton - DJM)Mr Clarke, tailor, Godalming;Mr Stephen Mackey, Godalming;(apparently Stephen Mackay, Farrier, Pound Hill, off High St, Godalming - DJM)Messrs Revill and Co, Godalming;(In the 1871 census Charles Revill is shown as Hotel Keeper, King's Arms Hotel, High Street, Godalming - DJM)Mr Prust, grocer, Godalming;Mr J Risbridger, Godalming;(perhaps John Risbridger of Church Rd, Godalming, coachman domestic servant - DJM)Mr H Stedman, stationer, Godalming;Mr C Cole, Kings Arms, Godalming;Mr T Chennell, stationer, High Street, Godalming.Mr Francis Goodrham, Guildford;(rather Mrs Frances Goodrham – in 1855 Edward Goodrham was the Publican at the White Lion Hotel, High Street, Guildford; in the 1861 census Frances, widow, Licensed Victualler, widow, was head of the household at the White Lion Hotel; by 1871 she had retired. - DJM)Mr Thomas Hiett, 121 High Street, Guildford;(Hatter, hosier and tobacconist - DJM)Mr S Evershed, veterinary surgeon, Guildford;and the principal creditor, Mr Henry Marshall, Guildford, whose debt is estimated at £1820-3-6d. (This is Alexander's 76-year-old unmarried uncle, Clerk of the Peace for Surrey, living at High Street, Godalming - DJM)

The bankrupt had been adjourned in consequence of not having filed his accounts from the 15th of March until the 14th of June last, when he was again adjourned on the application of the assignees. No opposition was now offered, and the Court thereupon passed the bankrupt's examination and granted his order of discharge.

1871 Census April 2nd. Not found.

1871 13th June Notice is given in the London Gazette of a dividend meeting for Alexander's creditors to be held on 30th June at 11 am.1871 28th July. Notice is given that the first dividend to Alexander's creditors is now payable, at the rate of 15s 3d in the pound.1871 15th August. Alexander's great-aunt Mary Saxby dies in Greenwich aged 74. (Mary, with her two spinster daughters, has been caring for Alexander's daughter Fanny, aged 11.)1871 28th September. Alexander dies aged 50 at Munstead, Godalming, at the residence of his sister Sarah Shearburn (owned by Mrs Marshall). Occupation given as “income from private property”. Cause(s) of death certified as Paralysis, Asthenia. Reported on 2nd October by Dr G F H La Fargue, of Bridge House, Godalming, present at death.

According to the Surrey Advertiser, 7th October 1871, Alexander had been in ill health for some months past. Latterly, the disease from which he suffered had cut him off from all active interest in cricket, the sport that he loved …

Probate was not obtained on Alexander's estate.

1871 Wednesday 4th October Alexander was interred with his father and his brother George (who died aged 5) at St Peter and Paul Church, Godalming.

The funeral cortege of a private carriage and three mourning coaches left sister Sarah's home at Munstead Heath at 11 o'clock, and reached the churchyard at about 12.30 pm. Chief mourners were Mrs Sarah Marshall (mother), Colonel Frederick Marshall, Mrs Emily Fairtlough, Mrs Henry Marshall, Captain Thomas Shearburn, Dr James Alexander, Mr George Marshall and Mr Murray Wyatt Marshall (sons of Murray), and Mr Marshall Pontifex (a cousin). The coffin was borne to its stations by eight labourers employed by Mrs Murray Marshall..

Captain Alexander Marshall was the eldest son of the late George Marshall, and brother to Colonel Marshall, of the Second Life Guards, and Major Marshall of the 9th

Hussars. He formerly held a commission in the Second Royal Surrey Militia.

The Vicar, William Duncan Long MA, said that with regard to the deceased it was not for him to say much, but he had been told that he was one of the kindest of men …

A large number of people assembled for the funeral, and to pay a mark of respect to the memory of the deceased. Amongst them might be seen the faces of several old cricketers who had known Captain Marshall in the prime of his youth, as well as in those later days of which remembrances are sweet if sorrowed..

The Surrey Advertiser reported that in years past, Alexander was well known throughout Surrey for his active and generous support of cricket, and in those days no match of repute was complete without his name was associated with it; indeed, in the cricketing world the name of Captain Marshall was contemporary with all the chief supporters of the game, and whether in the field or at the more social level he was heart and soul a cricketer. The memories of his goodheartedness and deep attachment to this old English game will never be effaced from the present generation of players.

1873 4th March. Notice is given in the London Gazette of a dividend meeting for Alexander's creditors on 20th March at 11 am.1873 27th May. Notice is given that the second dividend, of 2.75p in the pound is now payable.1873 10th September. Mother Sarah increases the provision, in the trust for Alexander's reputed children, from £ 2400 to £ 4000. She substitutes Frederick Marshall for Thomas Shearburn as Trustee – Thomas had just died, or was about to die in the next three weeks.

1874 10th March. Mother Sarah dies aged 76 at Munstead, Godalming. Widow of George Marshall, a Timber Merchant. Cause of death certified as apoplexy. Reported on 13th March by G F H La Fargue, of Lee Place, Godalming, present at death Sarah is interred in the family tomb with her husband and their sons George and Alexander.

1886 Alexander is mentioned in Burke's Landed Gentry, as the eldest son of George and Sarah Marshall, amid the entry about Lieut-General Frederick Marshall, Alexander's brother.

Described in Wisden as “a very steady right-hand batsman”.Was reportedly six feet tall.

PUGILISTS

The Victorians treated their bare-knuckle boxers as the football stars of their day. The best and toughest fighters were rewarded with wealth and fame, whereas the losers were cast aside, often to contemplate a drink-sodden, poverty-struck future. It was a brutish world filled with eccentric and extraordinary characters.

This vivid description of a fight in 1884 gives an idea of how fights were conducted:

A rumour has prevailed for some weeks amongst the pugilists of London that a prize fight for £100 had been arranged between J Massey, who was recently defeated by J Knifton (known as the "Eighty-one Tonner"), and William Middings; and the police, who had received an inkling of the projected fight, have been endeavouring for the past few days to discover the time and place of meeting. After considerable scheming on the part of the promoters of the encounter, the venue was fixed at a secluded spot on a by-road between Belmont, the southern end of Sutton, and the historic mansion, The Oaks, after which the celebrated race takes its name. About forty persons, including many of the upper class, journeyed down to Sutton by the 5.55 train on Wednesday morning, whilst not a few drove from the metropolis. An artful, though not original, ruse was adopted to get the pugilists and attendants likely to be recognised to the spot. A large box van, similar to those used for the removal of furniture was chartered, and in this conveyance they were taken to the scene of action. No time was lost in preliminary arrangements. A ring, conventionally correct in every detail, was pitched, and it may be said that the encounter was conducted throughout in the strictest principles of the prize ring. A well-known ex-pugilist was appointed referee, and at seven o'clock the men faced each other. Great pains had been taken in

getting them in what is termed "fit" and both were in excellent physical condition. Middings has lost the use of one eye, and was on that account, at a disadvantage, but there was very little to choose between them otherwise. It is not necessary to follow round by round the details of the fight, which lasted seventy minutes. At first Middings took the lead, and gained both first knock-down blow and first blood; but Massey proved equal to the occasion for a time, and the battle proceeded with alternate fortune to either. Massey's aim was, of course, to close his opponent's practicable eye, and though he sacrificed himself frequently to gain this end, his tactics were in some measure successful. Unfortunately for him, his right arm was disabled after a few rounds, but, with his power of punishment and defence so restricted, he held his own. As is almost always the case during a protracted fight, it seemed now and then as though one or other would not be able to answer the call of time, but the skilled attention of the seconds enabled them to continue the contest. Middings was, after an hour's fighting, the stronger on his legs, but his solitary eye was fast closing, and he did not hit with the same strength as his opponent, whose damaged arm caused him great pain. Just after a fast-fought round, however, and while every one's attention was directed to the men, a posse of police appeared on the scene. A general stampede, of course, ensued; the mounted spectators galloped off across country, while the others made the best of their way, scattering in all directions. Massey and Middings were not in a condition to help themselves, and, as it was impossible to get them away, they were arrested, together with a number of others.

The particulars relating to the appearance of the police were given in the afternoon at the Croydon Borough Police Court, when William Middings, described as a slater, of Murray-street, Hoxton; John Massey, a porter, of Neal-street, Long-acre; and nine other persons, were charged with being concerned together and unlawfully engaging in a prize fight that morning, in a field in the parish of Carshalton. A great amount of public interest was manifested in the proceedings, and the court was crowded. The prisoners above mentioned, whose faces were dreadfully disfigured, were described as the principals, the seconds being Daniel Morris and John Knifton. The police produced in court the stakes and ropes which had formed the ring, sponges, towels, a bottle of water, shirts, collars, &c, many of which were besmeared with blood. The first witness called was Police-constable Thomas Shepherd, 95 W, who deposed that at half-past six that morning he was on duty at Carshalton and saw a large furniture van being driven on to Mr Jones's farm premises. Presently he saw the carman (Wood) in the road, and asked him what he was doing there with a van. He replied that he had brought a lot of new furniture down. Witness then met an attendant from Banstead Lunatic Asylum, who told him that there were fourteen to sixteen men going across the Downs. With that witness remarked to Police-constable Sutton, who was with him, that he suspected there was something wrong, and they walked in the direction of The Oaks together. Looking into a wood they saw a number of people near the corner of the Queen's-road. Witness heard somebody say, "What shall we do for referees?" He saw Middings there, and also Massey, Morris, and Knifton were inside a ring that had been formed. Some ropes had been produced from a sack. The first man that he noticed was George Baker. The ring was formed of ropes and sticks fixed in the ground. Somebody proposed that one of them should volunteer to act as referee. He did not hear what answer was given. There were between forty and fifty persons standing round. Witness next heard "Toss for corners." Upon that he sent Sutton for some assistance. Middings and Massey then began fighting, Morris and

Knifton having stripped them of their upper garments. The two former were now inside the ring. They fought until a quarter-past eight - just an hour. Three other constables arrived with Sutton, and they all made a spring into the centre of the ring. A cry of "Police" was raised, and a general stampede ensued. Witness took Knifton into custody, and the other officers apprehended Middings, Massey, and Morris. - In reply to the magistrate, Middings said, "I am guilty, sir." - After some further evidence had been given by the police, and some statements volunteered by the four prisoners had been taken, Mr Edridge ordered a remand, and said he should require Middings, Massey, Morris, Knifton, and Wood to find bail in the sum of £50 each, and their own recognisances in £50; and the other prisoners would be released on their own bail, providing the police enquiries were satisfactory. They were all removed in custody.

Illustrated Police News, 11 October 1884

In October 1864, the Kentish Gazette was triumphant that a planned fight between Mace and Coburn had failed to happen. The pugilistic fraternity had anticipated that the more desolate parts of Ireland would afford splendid opportunities to stage the fight … and “the prize-ring has received a severe blow, the pre-cursor, let us hope, of its banishment from civilised society.”

JESSE HATTON

Jesse Hatton was born on 7th March 1833.

His first fight was on 4th April 1851, at Long Reach, a desolate area by the River Thames near Gravesend. He fought Dick Ellis, of Somers Town, for £ 15 a side. Hatton lost after 101 rounds in 2 hours, 12 minutes.

On 5th February 1856, Jesse Hatton easily beat Bob Trevors (“Nat Langham's Black”) for £ 25 per side near Tring, in one hour six minutes.

On Tuesday 6th April 1858 there was a prize fight between Jesse Hatton and Harry Cooper. It began on the Essex marshes, but was stopped by police after 28 rounds. The party then proceeded to the Kentish side, where the fight was finished, Hatton being the victor. (This fight was featured in “Famous Fights” magazine, volume XII, no 152, early in the 20th century.)

On 25th July 1858, the Licence for the White Horse, Baldwin's Gardens, Holborn was transferred from John Holmes, deceased, to Jesse Hatton.

In Q3, 1858 (1b,307) Jesse Hatton married Jane Glover in Islington.

On 28th February, 1859, at the Old Bailey, Jesse Hatton was put on trial for receiving a £5 note, knowing it to have been stolen.

The police considered the White Horse to be a haunt of thieves, and they kept a close eye on it. PC Jones called it 'the lowest place in the neighbourhood'. The skittle ground was an attractive rendez-vous for child gangs, and on the day in question the

police saw a group of four youngsters coming and going. The youngest was Edward Dowell, aged eleven, a boy who had gone off the rails during the past three months, despite the best efforts of his father, a carpenter, to discipline him - flogging him for telling lies. Edward had already been caught once, and was imprisoned for two weeks after stealing a waistcoat from outside a tailor's shop.

Edward went with the gang on a day's thieving, on 1st February, after which they went to the theatre and then he spent the night in lodgings with the eldest boy (17) and the girl (16). The following evening his father took him to the police and the story came out, in particular: “While we were in Fleet Street, I saw a gentleman looking in at a shop window. Ford (13) took out his silk handkerchief, and when he returned to us he said he had a purse... He went back to the gentleman, put his hand in the coat-tail pocket, and took out a pocket-book. He found a £ 5 note. We returned to Hatton's public house … Casseldine gave the £ 5 note to Jesse Hatton … she only got seven shillings for the note, because he said it was a bad one … she gave me two shillings …”

At the committal hearing, Edward told the magistrate, crying, “After leaving here, sir, the last time, three of the prisoners' friends threatened to stab me ...” Reply: “ You need not be afraid, they will not do anything of the kind.”

The grocer, four doors from the White Horse, gave evidence that he changed the note for Hatton, giving him silver and gold in exchange; Hatton claimed that he had received the note from two gentlemen who bought a bottle of wine. But Mr John Beddoe, from Worcestershire, gave evidence that he had lost the note, and it was the one recovered by the police (the two-halves having been stuck together, by himself, with postage-stamp paper). And Edward Dowell identified Mr Beddoe as the gentleman from whom Ford had stolen the note.

At the Old Bailey on 28th February, 1859, Hatton was found guilty, but recommended to mercy by the jury on account of his character. He was sentenced to two years' imprisonment. The three children were each given six months. The young witness, Edward Dowell, did not reform: in 1862 he had a conviction at Clerkenwell, such that, in 1865 when convicted again, at the Old Bailey, of burglary he was sentenced to seven years' penal servitude.

At the 1861 census, Jesse and his wife, Jane, were lodging at 17 Tabernacle Walk, Finsbury. Jesse was described as a tradesman; no places of birth were given.

On 30th November 1861, a son Jesse Alexander Hatton was born at 43 Homer Street, St Mary, Marylebone. (Father Jesse was described as a licensed victualler.)

On 18th April, 1862, Jesse Hatton was in Ryde, Isle of Wight in training for his forthcoming fight with Mickey Gannon. He took part in a handicap running race, in which he finished second.

On 29th April 1862, Jesse Hatton fought Mickey Gannon at catch-weight, Jesse weighing 10 stone 6 lbs, and standing 5 feet 8 inches, the stake being £ 50 a side. The backers and the combatants were not made aware of the venue or the mode of

transit until 10.30 pm on the previous evening: therefore, although a 'special' was provided, nobody but the most interested were present. The fight took place near Long Marston, in Buckinghamshire. Hatton, although comparatively stale, and despite showing the scars of previous encounters, looked remarkably well. But in the thirty-ninth round, after one hour and three minutes, Hatton fell and fractured his collar-bone, and had to concede. (This fight was featured in “Famous Fights” magazine, volume V, no 64, early in the 20th century.)

The Sporting Life suggested that he should now retire. Although only 29, Hatton had fought sufficient hard battles for a veteran ten years his senior, and he was now too old as a pugilist to compete with younger men who were fresh and full of practice. He should perhaps concentrate on being an inn-keeper.

The local Bucks Herald reported the fight with some disgust, remarking that the combatants' purpose was to exert their strength and skill in cutting and disfiguring each other until one or the other succumbed from sheer exhaustion, broken bones, or loss of sight ...

On 25th August 1862 Jesse Hatton was back in Ryde. A “practical display” had been arranged of the “noble art of self-defence” at Dodger's (otherwise Weara's Assembly Rooms) in Church Lane. Various “sets-to” were programmed, ie sparring, culminating in what was billed as a grand wind-up contest between Jesse Hatton “the Ryde pet” and George Baker, of Chatham – old opponents in the pugilistic ring. The whole proceedings were in aid of Baker, whose booth had been raided by the Excise authorities, leading to fines and costs for his selling liquor without the applicable licence.

By 1866, Jesse was very much back in business at Jesse Hatton's, Old King's Head, Bear Street, Leicester Square... and he was the public backer of the fighter O'Baldwin, proclaiming challenges of £ 200 up to £ 1000 against any man in the world.

In February 1867, Jesse Hatton was organising demonstrations of the sport of boxing in the Champs Elysees, as part of the world's fair at Paris “under the special patronage and sanction of the French authorities”.

On 2 April 1871, Jesse was head of household at 37 Vittoria Street, Barnesbury, Finsbury St Mary, aged 41, a publican, born in Wantage, Berkshire. His wife, Jane was 38, born in Peckham. Their sons were Jesse A, 9, a scholar born in Middlesex, London; and James T, 2, born Kentish Town. (Jesse Alexander married Ada Smith at Bethnal Green in 1885; he worked as a decorator.)

Jesse Hatton died in Islington in Q3, 1897 “aged 67” - actually, 64. Jane Hatton, his widow, died in Islington two years later, aged 63.

WILLIAM SPARKS (aka George Fox)

Was listed for hearing at Durham County Court, 12 April 1861, at 10 a.m. Being sued for bankruptcy as contractor, York.

The Lord Nelson Beer House, York, was in Navigation Road, Walmgate.

William Perry, the “Tipton Slasher”, was knocked down and garrotted at Wednesbury on 29 June 1863, and robbed of £ 92 by three men.

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