Stannaries
Britishnoun
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Early in November 1600, Raleigh was in Cornwall, improving the condition of the tin-workers, and going through his duties in the Stannaries Court of Lostwithiel.
From Raleigh by Lang, Andrew
Beside, he becomes a member of Parliament now; Lord Warden of the Stannaries; business which of course keeps him in England, business which he performs, as he does all things, wisely and well.
From Sir Walter Raleigh and His Time by Kingsley, Charles
Raleigh was promised letters of continuance for the Stannaries, but was warned to take no measures with regard to the woods and parks of the Duchy of Cornwall until further orders.
From Raleigh by Lang, Andrew
He had soon been appointed private secretary to the First Lord of the Stannaries, and he found that his duty in this capacity required him to assist the Government whip in making and keeping houses.
From The Three Clerks by Trollope, Anthony
This is still the principal town of the Stannaries, wherein the court is held relating to those causes.
From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 484, April 9, 1831 by Various
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