Mexborough and Swinton Times September 11, 1896
No Light at Conisborough
Edward Shillito was charged with riding a bicycle after dark with out a lamp at Conisborough, on the 11th, ult.
Police constable Evans said he was on duty in Denaby Road, Conisborough, on the night in question, and he saw the defendant riding a bicycle one hour and 20 minutes after dark without a light.
He had a mate in front with a lamp.
Police constable Jarvis corroborated.
Fined 10s, including costs.