Pettet, Edward Clayton | Day 10
Formerly 188 High Street. Received 1 or 2 guineas for checking books during the election.
His brother George was one of the 42 and took a share (£3 13s) on his behalf but he refused to accept it and George kept the share for himself.
Witness Type: Other
Party: Liberal
Witness Testimony:
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(Mr. Turner.) What are you ? — An accountant.
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Where do you live ? — 188, High Street.
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What money did you receive ? — Not any; at least I received a guinea for two day’s services in checking off books and accounts during the election.
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Upon which side ? — The Liberal side.
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When did you receive that ? — About three or four days after the election.
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Is that all you received ? — Yes, that was all. I was offered several times, but refused.
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Is there another person of your name ?
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There are other Pettets besides yourself ? — There is no other Edward Clayton Pettet.
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Do you live at 124, Beach Street ? — I used to, and removed to 188, High Street.
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Is there anybody of that name in Beach Street now ? — I am not sure.