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- September 1st
Accident to Captain Harman; Death from drink;
Preserving apples and pears; Marriages; Death;
Adverts by Samuel Bream, Richard Clarke,
Ransome's & Co., and William Mann; Thomas
Utton to be gamekeeper at Wheatacre Burgh; Fire
at Foulden; Sale of mill at Sheringham; Sale of
household effects of Thomas Nasmith; Sale of
estate at Alby.
- September 8th
Discharge of prisoners; Execution of Samuel
Creasy; Deaths; Advert by John Aldrich;
Coaches; Humbleyard Petty Sessions; House to
let at Weston; Inn to let at Downham Market.
- September 15th
Discharge of prisoners; Theft from William
Thaxter; Execution of Samuel Creasy; Marriage;
Deaths; Adverts by Bartholomew Sewell and
Samuel Dawson; Debts to Hannah Fairchild and
William Cooper; Petty Sessions for Forehoe
and Clavering Hundreds; Market at New
Buckenham.
- September 22nd
West Norfolk Regiment; Duel; Smuggling; Thefts
from Robert Harvey and Mr Robins; Robert Grice
convicted; Marriages; Deaths; Defences at
Yarmouth; Advert by Henry Bircham; Coach from
Lynn to Norwich; West Norfolk Regiment.
- September 29th
Creditors of Thomas Dersley; Corporation of
Norwich; Richard Eaton to be Rector of Elsing;
Attacks near Norwich; Thefts from Thomas Spice,
Charles Ward and George Rudderham; Deaths;
Horse missing from Letton; Advert by Hannah
Garland; Norfolk and Norwich Hospital; Adverts
by John Warriner, and Ann and Mary Pigge; House
to let at Wells.
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Note: the Norfolk Chronicle was published in Norwich. When no place is
referred to exactly, or the term "this city" is used, Norwich is the
place referred to. Similarly, mentions of "the Castle", the City Gaol"
etc refer to institutions in Norwich.
1 September 1781. Page 2, column 3
Tuesday morning, as Captain HARMAN and his brother were riding
on the beach towards the haven's mouth, Yarmouth, a shot fired at the
target by one of the field pieces at Hopton camp passed between the
first horse's legs, struck the other, and beat his hoof all to pieces.
Last Saturday evening, a farmer's servant at Long Stratton imprudently
drank so much strong harvest beer, that he had only the power to retire
to the yard before he expired.
As there is a greater quantity of fruit this year than usual (says a
correspondent) it may be acceptable to several of your readers to
inform them of a simple method of preserving apples and pears
(without any expence [sic]) so that in the next Spring they will appear
fresh as if just pulled off the trees, and acquire a mellowness and
flavour equal to French apples. Pick the fruit without bruises, and roll
them separately in fine white paper, pack them carefully in raisin jars,
or any other earthen vessels not glazed; cover the mouths of the jars
very close, and bury them about two feet under ground, and there let
them remain until there is occasion for them, taking them up a jar at a
time as they are wanted.
1 September 1781. Page 2, column 4
Married.
Last week, Mr Benjamin MILE [might be MITE as print not clear], of
East Dereham, to Mrs ANGIER, of the same place. -- Thursday last, at
Thorpe, by the Rev. Mr HUMFRY, Robert HARVEY, jun., Esq., to Miss
IVES, of St Saviour's, in this city.
Died.
Thursday last died at Downham, after a few days illness, Mr Robert
YOUNG, of that town.
1 September 1781. Page 3, column 1
Yarmouth, Aug 30, 1781.
Samuel BREAM having completed his very commodious Hot (Salt or
Fresh-water) Baths, with proper Dressing Rooms, humbly solicits the
Attention and Favour of the Public.
N.B. Genteel Lodgings to be had at the House.
Richard CLARKE, Ironmonger, having declined Trade, returns his
Thanks to all his Friends for the Favours conferred on him, and hopes
for the Continuance of the same to his Successors, RANSOME's and Co.
N.B. All Gentlemen and Tradesmen who stand indebted to Richard
CLARKE, are desired to pay the same to RANSOME's and Co. when
called on by them, whose Receipt shall be a full Discharge from their
Most humble Servant,
Richard CLARKE
Norwich, Aug. 31, 1781.
RANSOME's and Co.
Ironmongers, Stove Grate Makers, and Brass Founders,
Being removed from the Red Well to the Shop late Mr Richard
CLARKE's, at the Corner of the Dove-lane, fronting the Market-
place, Norwich.
They take this Opportunity of returning their most grateful
Acknowledgements to the Public for the liberal Encouragement
they have met with in their Old Shop, and hope for a Continuance
of the same; also of those Friends of their Predecessor, Mr Richard
CLARKE, who may depend on being served with every Article in
the above Branches on the best Terms.
Rabbets [sic] from Beechamwell, and some other esteemed Warrens,
will begin to be delivered on Monday Evening next, September 3d,
and to continue to be delivered fresh every Evening during the
Season, at the Shop of Mr William MANN, in St Michael at Coslany,
Norwich, where his Friends and Customers may depend on being
well served, and their Favours thankfully received.
N.B. For the Convenience of such as live more up in the Town, he has
engaged a Shop for the Sale of Rabbets [sic] next Door to Mr BELOE's,
in the Market, where proper Attendance will be given every Day.
Note. The best Price for Hare and Rabbet [sic] Skins, etc.
Burgh Saint Peter, August 31, 1781.
The Game in the Manor of Whetacre-Burgh having of late Years been
much destroyed by unqualified Persons and others, Dame Elizabeth
Metcalf LEITH, Lady of the said Manor, to prevent the same for the
future, has appointed Mr Thomas UTTON, of Aldeby, Gamekeeper
thereof, and has given him strict Directions to prosecute all unqualified
Persons who shall sport within the limits of the said Manor; and in order
to raise a Stock of Game, Lady LEITH desires that no Person whatever
will sport within her Woods, Groves, or Carrs, or Lands adjoining, or
near thereto, in Burgh Saint Peter, and has given Directions to her
Tenants to warn off all such Persons, with which she hopes no-one
will be offended after this Notice, which she has ordered to be inserted
in the Norfolk and Suffolk Papers.
The Copyhold Tenants of the said Manor are desired to pay their
several Quit rents to the said Mr UTTON, or Messrs NEGUS and
BONHOTE, within one Month after the tenth Day of October in this and
succeeding Years.
1 September 1781. Page 3, column 2
Foulden, Aug. 27, 1781.
Whereas in the Night of Thursday last a large Quantity of Furze
belonging to Francis John TYSSEN, Squire, in the Parish of Foulden,
in the County of Norfolk, were maliciously set on Fire and
entirely consumed. Notice is hereby given, that if any Person or
Persons will discover the Offender or Offenders, or give Information
thereof, so as he or they may be convicted, shall on such Conviction
receive Ten Pounds Reward,by applying to the said Mr TYSSEN,
at Foulden aforesaid, or to Mr HARVEY, at Oxborough, or Messrs
MEADOWS and BROWNE, at Diss, in the said County.
Sherringham, Aug. 30, 1781.
To be Sold by Auction, On Saturday the 15th of September, between
the Hours of three and five in the Afternoon, at the Sign of the
Feathers in Holt.
An Overshot Water-Mill, the Works entirely new and upon an
improved Plan, now in full Trade, in the Occupation of Mr Clarke
MILLER, of Lower Sherringham, the Owner, who leaves it for no
other Reason than that of taking larger Business; also a good House,
two small Pightles of Land adjoining to the Mill, very contiguous to
an extensive Common; not less than a Hundred Pounds has been laid
out upon the Premisses [sic] this Summer, and though the Mill is
not perfectly finished, the Owner will either compleat [sic] it, or
allow for it in the Purchase Money. The household Furniture, Carts,
Horses, etc may be had with the above, if required.
All Persons having any Demands upon the above Mr Clarke
MILLER, are forthwith desired to send in their Accounts; and such
Persons as stand indebted to him are requested to discharge the same
within fourteen Days from the Date hereof, or they will be sued
without further Notice.
N.B. The above Premisses [sic], if sold by private Contract, (of
which timely Notice will be given in this Paper) may be entered
upon immediately. For further Particulars enquire of Mr John
MILLER, of Burgh Mills, or the Owner, at Sherringham.
1 September 1781. Page 3, column 3
To be Sold by Auction, by Edward CRANE, On Wednesday,
Thursday, Friday, and Monday, the 12th, 13th, 14th, and 17th Days
of September, Instant.
All the Household Furniture, Plate, China, Glass, Linen, Prints,
Paintings, well chosen Collections of Books, Brewing Utensils, etc etc
of Mr Thomas NASMITH, deceased, at his late Dwelling-House on
Tombland, Norwich. The Furniture consists of Four-post Bedsteads,
with Morcen, Check, and other Hangings, excellent Feather Beds,
Bolsters, Pillows, Mattresses, Blankets, and Cotton Counterpanes,
Mahogany French and other Chairs, covered with crimson Damask
and Brass-nailed, Mahogany Wardrobe, Chest upon Chest of
Drawers, etc etc, exceeding good Table and other Linen, useful
and ornamental China and Glass. Amongst the Plate is an excellent
Gold Watch, made by ELLICOT, capped and jewelled; and in the
fourth Day's Sale will be sold the Books, an excellent Theodolite,
etc etc.
Note. The Whole may be viewed on Tuesday, the Day preceding
the Sale, from eleven till two o'Clock; and Catalogues may be
had on Saturday next at the Auctioneer's Upholstery Warehouse,
London-Lane, Norwich. N.B. The Sale begins each Day at Ten
o'Clock.
1 September 1781. Page 4, column 3
To be Sold, an Estate at Alby, near Aylsham, in Norfolk, consisting of
a Farm House, and convenient Outhouses, with about One Hundred
and Thirty Acres of Land, in the Occupation of Mr Thomas CAR [sic],
under Lease to him at 110 pounds a year.
The Land is exceeding good, Part Freehold and Part Copyhold,
Fine certain.
For Particulars apply to Messrs FOSTER and COOPER, Attornies
[sic], in Norwich.
8 September 1781. Page 2, column 3
We hear, that Friday, the 5th of October next, is the time fixed for the
discharge of the prisoners in the city gaol, under the last insolvent
debtors act.
This day Samuel CREASY will be executed on the Castle Hill,
pursuant to his sentence at the last assizes.
8 September 1781. Page 2, column 4
Died.
Last week, at Manchester, Mr Nath. EYRE, steward to the Duke of
Norfolk. -- Sunday last, Mr DRIVER, whitesmith, in the Dove-lane.
-- Last Thursday, in this city, Nathaniel KINDERLY, Esq., aged 73,
one of the Serjeants at Arms to his Majesty, and a Commissioner
of the Lottery. -- Thursday, Mr William DUFFIELD, master of the
Duke's Palace inn, in St John's Maddermarket. -- A few days since,
in the 84th year of her age, Mrs Ann NELSON, relict of the late
Thomas NELSON, of the parish of All Saints.
8 September 1781. Page 3, column 1
John ALDRICH, Nephew, and Partner to the late Mr Samuel DRIVER,
in Dove Lane, Norwich, Whitesmith, deceased, returns his sincere
Thanks to his Friends and the Public in general for Favours conferred
on him, and begs the Continuance of the same, as he has taken the
whole Stock and Trade on his own Account. All Gentlemen and Ladies
that please to favour him with their Commands, may depend on having
them executed in the quickest and neatest manner, and on reasonable
Terms, by their humble Servant, John ALDRICH.
Note. The Brass and Iron Wire Trade carried on Wholesale and Retale
[sic] on the lowest Terms.
Norwich and Yarmouth Machines set out on Sunday Morning next, at
eight o'Clock, and at Three in the Afternoon, Prices as usual, by your
humble Servants, John EVERETT, John HOWSE, John SMITH.
Note. Hearse and Mourning Coaches, with able Horses, to any Part of
England, by EVERETT and HOWSE.
Norwich New and Elegant Post-Coach, by Newmarket, from the White
Horse, Fetter-lane, London, to the King's Head, in the Market-place,
Norwich, will set out from the White Horse, Fetter-lane, on Friday next,
September 14, precisely at Ten at Night. Inside Passengers at One
Guinea each, and Outside at Half Price. -- The same Night, at Ten, a
Diligence, to carry Three Insides only, at One Guinea each, and One
Outside, at Half Price, will set out from the King's Head, for London.
The above Carriages will continue to run in and out regularly every
Day. -- The Proprietors return Thanks for Favours already received,
and being determined to spare neither Expence [sic] nor Trouble to
accommodate their Friends in the best Manner possible, they hope for
a Continuance of them. -- Performed by PROBERT and Co.
8 September 1781. Page 3, column 2
A Petty Sessions.
Notice is hereby given, that the Petty Sessions for the Hundred of
Humbleyard will be held at Mulbarton, at the house of William
LARTER, known by the Sign of the World's End on Thursday the
13th of this Instant, for the hiring and retaining of Servants.
John TURNER and William HUGHES, Chief Constables.
N.B. This Sessions for some Years has been held on New Michaelmas
Day, but Mr LARTER has found may Inconveniences from it, therefore
begs to acquaint his Friends and the Public in general, that in future he
means to have it about this Time. -- A genteel Ordinary will be
provided at Two o'Clock, at which time Mr LARTER will be very
happy to have his Friends with him.
8 September 1781. Page 4, column 2
To be Lett [sic], and entered upon at Michaelmas next, Hungate Lodge,
in the Parish of Weston, in Norfolk, with nine or fifteen Acres of very
good Land, now in the Occupation of Press CUSTANCE, Esq.
For Particulars enquire of Messrs FOSTER and COOPER, of
Norwich, or Mr GIRLING, at Ling.
8 September 1781. Page 4, column 4
To be Lett [sic], and entered upon at Michaelmas next, all that good
accustomed Public-House, or Inn, known by the Sign of the Red
Bull, in Downham Market, in the County of Norfolk.
N.B. The Fixtures, Brewing Utensils, Stock and Furniture, to be
taken at a fair Appraisement. -- Enquire of James MOON, the present
Occupier, who is going to decline that Way of Business.
15 September 1781. Page 2, column 3
Wednesday the third of next month, being the Quarter Sessions, is the
day appointed for the discharge of prisoners in the Castle under the
last Insolvent Act. There is a clause in the above Act, that if a creditor
intends to oppose the discharge of any prisoner he must give him
four days notice before the Sessions of such his intention, or to leave
such notice in writing with the Keeper, or Gaoler.
A few nights since the warehouse of Mr William THAXTER, ironmonger,
at Matlask, in this county, was broke open, and a parcel of edged tools
stolen thereout.
Saturday last Samuel CREASY was executed on the Castle-hill. His
behaviour before, and at the place of execution was truly penitent.
Married.
A few days since, the Rev. George STONE, of Hopton in Suffolk, to Miss
Patty MOLINEUX, daughter of Crisp MOLINEUX, Esq., of Garboldisham,
in this county, Member for Lynn.
15 September 1781. Page 2, column 4
Died.
A few days since, aged 81, Mr John CUSHEN, formerly a shoemaker
in this city. His integrity and piety deservedly procured him the esteem
and friendship of those who were acquainted with him. -- Tuesday, the
Rev. Mr ADAMSON, A.M. formerly Senior Fellow of Caius College,
and Rector of Hockwold and Wilton, in this county. -- Tuesday last,
in Conisford, Mrs GAGE.
15 September 1781. Page 3, column 1
Bartholomew SEWELL, Grocer, Tea-Dealer, Brandy and Hop
Merchant, Having taken the Shop and Business of Messrs OLLETT
and ROBERDS, in St Michael of Coslany, in Norwich, solicits a
Continuance of the Custom of their Friends to the Shop, and hopes
to merit the Encouragement of the Public, by the most assiduous
Attention to serve his Friends with the best Commodities, and on the
most reasonable Terms.
Bartholomew SEWELL.
Norwich, September 30, 1781.
Samuel DAWSON having taken the House late Mr CORDRAN's,
known by the Sign of the Tuns, in St Mary's, begs Leave to inform
his Friends, and the Public in general, that he has laid in a good
Assortment of Wines, Spiritous Liquors, fine Nog, and the best
London Porter; and all that please to make Trial of the above
House may depend upon the kindest and gentlest Treatment, and
all Favours will be gratefully acknowledged by their humble
Servant to Command,
S. DAWSON.
Note. The Liquor Shop will continue as usual, where may be had
Spirituous Liquors, and all Sorts of Compounds.
Norwich, Sept. 12, 1781
Whereas there are many small outstanding Debts due to the late Mrs
Hannah FAIRCHILD, Shopkeeper, by St Michael of Coslany Bridge,
deceased; her Executrix gives this public Notice, that she has
authorized Mr John WILSON, at Mr SUFFIELD's, in St Giles's,
Norwich, to receive and give Discharge for the same; and if any Person
or Persons shall make any further Delay in the Payment of their Debts,
they must expect to be prosecuted for the same without further
Notice.
Notice to Debtors.
All such Persons as have declined paying their Debts due to the
Assignees of William COOPER, late of Eaton, Liquor Merchant, a
Bankrupt, (not withstanding repeated Notice by Advertisement, and
otherwise) are hereby informed, unless they call on the Assignees
and pay the same with ten Days from the Date hereof, they will
positively be sued for the same without further Notice, Directions
being left for that Purpose with the Solicitor under the said
Commission.
Dated this 15th Sept. 1781.
15 September 1781. Page 3, column 2
Forehoe Hundred.
The Petty Sessions this Year will be held at the White Hart in Hingham,
on Tuesday the 25th of September, for Hiring and Retaining of
Servants, where proper Attendance will be given for Booking the same.
William TAWELL, William BROWNE, Chief Constables.
Brooke Petty Sessions (Removed from Haddiscoe)
This is to give Notice, that the Petty Sessions formerly kept at
Haddiscoe, will be held at Brooke, on Monday the fifth Day of
October, by the Chief Constables of the Hundred of Clavering, for
the Hiring of and Retaining of Servants.
N.B. Plenty of Stall Stuff will be provided on reasonable Terms, by
John CROWFORD, at the King's Head, who is determined to spare for
no Pains or Expence [sic] to accommodate the Public in the genteelest
Manner. Note. Dinner at Half past One.
Notice is hereby given, that a great Market for the Sale of Sheep, and
other Stock, will be held at New Buckenham, on Saturday, the 29th of
this Instant, September, 1781. Also, at the same Time and Place, a great
number of Servants are expected in order to lett [sic] themselves.
22 September 1781. Page 2, column 2
On Monday the 10th inst. the West Norfolk regiment, commanded by
the Right Hon. the Earl of ORFORD, was reviewed by Major-General
HALL on the race-ground at Hull, when the corps performed the
manual, salutes, marching, and Lord AMHERST's manoeuvres, in such
a manner as to merit the public thanks of the General, after which the
Officers of the army and navy, and many other principal Gentlemen of
the town, dined with General HALL, at the Cross Keys inn. Next
morning the regiment went through Lord ORFORD's tactic with precision
and steadiness which did his Lordship and the corps great honour.
General HALL, his Aid-de-camps, and the Officers, and principal
Gentlemen of the town, afterwards dined with his Lordship and the
Officers of the West Norfolk.
On Monday morning, the 10th inst. at five o'clock, a duel was
fought on the Race-ground, at Hull, in Yorkshire, by Ensign GIRLING,
(his second, Lieut. ALDERSON) and Ensign FALKNER, (his second,
Ensign WALPOLE) of the West Norfolk regiment, when after
exchanging a brace of pistols each, Ensign FALKNER received a
wound in the belly, which terminated the affair. We are happy to add,
that the wound proved but a slight contusion, by the ball grazing the
skin as it passed, and that Mr FALKNER has received no material
injury.
22 September 1781. Page 2, column 3
On Sunday last a lugger, laden with smuggled goods, was brought
into Yarmouth; the crew, consisting of about eight hands, made their
escape. They took the Norwich road, and have not been heard of since.
On Saturday morning last the dwelling-house, compting-house, and
work-rooms, of Robert HARVEY, Esq., in St Clement's, were broke
open, and a quantity of silk and money stolen thereout. A reward of
50 pounds is offered on conviction of the offender, or offenders.
Monday last was committed to the Castle, by William Wiggett
BULWER, Esq., John PIKE, of Cawston, an old offender, charged
with breaking into the house of Mr ROBINS, of the same place, baker,
with an intent to rob the same.
Last week Robert GRICE, of Braddenham, was convicted before
Roger KERRISON, Esq., of riding on his waggon [sic] on the Dereham
turnpike road, and paid the penalty according to Act of Parliament.
Married.
A few days since, Mr MURRAY, to Mrs PAYNE, both of the Theatre-
Royal in this city. -- The 11th instant, in Lincolnshire, Captain George
CUBITT, of the West Norfolk Regiment, to a young lady of that County.
And on Thursday last, at his seat at Chippenham, in Cambridgeshire,
Captain George MONTGOMERIE, of the said corps, to Miss WHITE.
Died.
Saturday, in London, Mrs Anna Eliza LE NEVE, of this city, widow of
the late Peter LE NEVE, Esq., in whose death her family bewails the loss
of one of the tenderest parents, and who demands the tears of not a few
whom her humanity cherished and supported, and who in fine leaves
behind her that invaluable qualification of an excellent character. -- Last
week, Charles WRIGHT, Esq., of Kilverstone, in this county. -- Last
Sunday, Mrs Elizabeth CASE, wife of Mr Edward CASE, of Patesley,
in this county, and only daughter of Thomas ROGERS, Esq., late of
this city. -- The 5th instant, at West Somerton, in this county, Elizabeth,
the wife of Mr Robert COTTON, of Strumpshaw, aged 78; it is
remarkable they had been married upwards of 60 years.
Yarmouth, Sept. 20. The new battery, between Gorleston and Hopton
camp, constructing under the inspection of Captain FISHER of the corps
of engineers, from the great number of hands employed and the
attention of the officers, is now almost finished. It is very advantageously
situated for commanding the entrance of the river Yare, and even the
Old Fort, in case the latter should be surprized [sic], or possessed by an
enemy.
On Friday last Gen. TRYON, accompanied by several persons of
distinction, visited the above fortifications, and two others which are
raising on the Danes [sic - think this should be Denes]. A practice of the
artillery took place on this occasion; and the Commander in Chief was
so well satisfied with the progress of the works, that he presented five
guineas to each party of pioneers at the different batteries.
22 September 1781. Page 3, column 1
Henry BIRCHAM, of Walsingham, Cabinet and Chair Maker, takes this
Opportunity of informing his Friends, that he has declined Trade. He also
returns Thanks for the many Favours conferred on him, and hopes for
a Continuance of the same to his Successor, Henry TAGG,
Upholder, Appraiser, and Auctioneer,
Who having laid in a neat Assortment of every Article in the Cabinet and
Chair Branch, added to the above Stock in Trade, takes this Method of
returning his most grateful Acknowledgments to the Public for the liberal
Encouragement he has met with, and hopes for a Continuance of the same;
also of those Friends of his Predecessor, Mr Henry BIRCHAM, who may
depend on being served with every Articles in the above Branches with
Dispatch, Neatness, and on the most reasonable Terms.
Note. The best Price for Goose Feathers, and Bees Wax.
The Lynn and Norwich Coach
having declined running for the Winter Season, the Diligence will set
out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, precisely at Eight o'Clock
in the Morning, from the White Lion, Lynn, to the White Swan, St Peter's
Norwich, returns from thence every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
following, at the same Hour, to carry three Inside Passengers at 12
shillings each, and one Outside at half Price, 14 pounds Luggage will be
allowed, and all above to pay one Penny per Pound. -- Short Passengers
Three Pence Halfpenny per Mile.
N.B. No parcels will be accounted for above Five Pounds Value, unless
entered and paid for as such.
Performed by Sam. SMITH, Lynn, Robert HARRISON, Crown, Swaffham,
Geo. GIRLING, King's Arms, Dereham.
22 September 1781. Page 3, column 2
Norwich, Sept. 22, 1781.
Norfolk Militia.
Whereas many Principals who have been ballotted [sic], sworn, and
inrolled [sic], to serve for Parishes in the several Subdivisions belonging
to the First or Western Regiment of Norfolk Militia, (now at Head
Quarters at Hull, in Yorkshire) have neglected to join the said Regiment,
and yet remain in the County of Norfolk. Now, therefore, Notice is
hereby expressly given to all such Principals and others, who have
been duly sworn and inrolled [sic], and have so neglected, that unless
they respectively join the said Regiment within one Month from the Date
hereof, they will without further Notice be treated and proceeded
against as Deserters. -- By Order of the Right Hon. the Earl of ORFORD.
[signed]
Edward HARCOURT,
Clerk of the General Norfolk Militia Meeting.
29 September 1781. Page 1, column 4
September 25, 1781.
Notice to Creditors.
Thomas DERSLEY, of Wymondham, in the county of Norfolk,
Bricklayer, having assigned over all his Effects to Trustees for the equal
Benefit of his Creditors, all Persons having any Demands on the said
Thomas DERSLEY, are required forthwith to send an Account thereof
to Mr William REDHEAD, of Wymondham, Mr William TAWELL, of
the same Town, Draper, or Mr Francis SILLIS, of Lakenham, the
Trustees; and all Persons standing any ways indebted to the said Thomas
DERSLEY, are desired to pay the same to the said Trustees, or one of them,
(who are legally authorized to receive the same) within One Month
from the Date hereof, or they will be sued without further Notice.
29 September 1781. Page 2, column 2
At a Quarterly Assembly of the Corporation held on Friday the 21st
instant, a letter was read from Charles BUCKLE, Esq., signifying his
request to resign the office of Steward, on account of his infirm state
of health, which was agreed to, and the thanks of the assembly
ordered to be transmitted to him by the Town Clerk, for the services
he had rendered the city, especially by his upright and impartial
administration of justice, during a period of twenty-nine years. After
which John CHAMBER, Esq., was unanimously elected Steward, and
took the usual oath of office, and that of a Justice of the Peace for this
city and county of the same. At the same time Mr Alderman NORGATE
was re-elected and sworn one of the Coroners for the city and liberties
thereof; and the Rev. Mr HERNE was appointed to preach Hall's
Sacramental Sermons for the year ensuing.
On Monday the Rev. Mr Richard EATON was instituted to the Rectory
of Elsing, in Norfolk, on the presentation of Mrs Mary GREENE.
29 September 1781. Page 2, column 3
Last Saturday, about seven in the evening, Mr WATTS, of Reymerstone,
Mr HARE, and Mr THORN, of Kimberley, Mr Edward LEATH, of
East Bradenham, Mr Barber GODDARD, of Reymerstone, and Mr
Reuben GILMAN, of Hardingham, on their return from Norwich, were
all separately stopped in and near Forhoe Wood, in the parish of
Kimberley, by two footpads, armed with Pistols and clubs, by whom
Mr LEATH was robbed of half a guinea, two shillings in silver, four-
pence; Mr GODDARD, of six shillings and six-pence; and Mr GILMAN,
of four Guineas and some silver, to the amount of five pounds; also
of a silver watch. Mr HARE resolutely declared he would not submit,
and after receiving many violent blows in a scuffle with the two
villains, who attacked him on each side, he escaped without being
robbed. One of the men was about six feet high, pale complexion, dark
hair, had on a surtout coat, spoke with a soft voice and very quick.
The other man appeared to be upwards of five feet high, stout made,
a ruddy complexion, had a brown coat on, and both with hats flapped.
On Saturday evening last Mr FLEMING, surgeon, of this city, was
attacked near Hangman's-lane, out of St Giles's gates, by two footpads,
but being well mounted, he clapped spurs to his horse and got off.
Before he reached the city, he was unfortunately thrown from his
horse, when his foot hanging in the stirrup, he was dragged a
considerable way, by which he was very much bruised.
Thursday night a person belonging to Lynn, and lately a Sheriff's
Officer, was apprehended at his lodgings in the Swan-yard, St Peter's,
and committed to the Castle by Roger KERRISON, Esq., on suspicion
of being one of the men that committed the above highway robberies
on Saturday night.
The same day was committed to the Castle by Robert HARVEY, Esq.,
Elizabeth GUNTON, of Southwalsham, charged by Bernard BOND, and
on her own confession, with having on Tuesday last taken from out
of the school room of Thomas SPICE, of Southwalsham aforesaid, one
silk handkerchief.
Saturday night last a fine fat sheep was stolen out of the close near
Ber-street gates, the property of Mr Charles WARD. Having killed it,
they took his horse to convey it away, which came home the next day.
Sunday last was committed to the Castle by J. FENN, Esq., Edward
BENNETT, of Watton, charged on the oaths of William GIBBS, and
others, with stealing from out of the pig stye [sic] belonging to Mr George
RUDDERHAM, of Scoulton, farmer, six fat hogs, the property of the
said Mr RUDDERHAM. He offered them to sale about four miles distant
from the place, when he was immediately apprehended.
On Sunday last the remains of Mrs Anna Elizabeth LE NEVE, widow of
the late Peter LE NEVE, Esq., of this city, were brought from London,
and interred at Ringland, near this city.
Died.
A few days ago, the Rev. M. WAKE, rector of Riddlesworth and
Gasthorpe, in this county, and brother to Sir William WAKE, Bart. of
Northamptonshire. -- On Saturday the 15th instant, September, Major
GARDINER, of Mount Amelia, in this county, a gentleman well known
to the learned world; he served in the army many years with great credit,
was a tender parent and an affectionate husband. -- Saturday last, the
Rev. Mr CLAYTON, Rector of Caistor, near Yarmouth. -- Same, Mrs
COTTINGHAM, at the Angel, on the Quay, Yarmouth. -- Tuesday last,
Mr Joshua MELLOT, of Yarmouth, brewer.
29 September 1781. Page 2, column 4
Lost, supposed Stolen, on the 19th Instant, from John WIGG, of Letton,
in Norfolk, a Bay Mare, fourteen Hands high, Mane and Tail on, a Shim
down the Face, three white Feet, two behind and one before. Whoever
will give Information of the said Mare to John WIGG, of Letton, shall
be handsomely rewarded.
Norwich, Sept. 29, 1781.
Hannah GARLAND takes this Method to inform her Friends, and the
Public in general, that she has left her House in Swan Lane, St Andrew's,
and taken that late in the Occupation of Mr BARDWELL, Upholder, next
Mr PECKOVER's, in St Michael's at Plea, where she intends performing
her usual Business as Taylor [sic], and Robe-maker to the Clergy and
Corporation; begs Leave to return her most grateful Thanks to the Friends
and Customers of her late Husband for the kind Continuance of their
Favours, as also to those Gentlemen who have been pleased since his
Decease to make Trial, by employing her, and further hopes for a
Continuance of them, which will be thankfully accepted, and gratefully
acknowledged,
by their humble Servant,
Hannah GARLAND.
Sept. 22, 1781.
Norfolk and Norwich Hospital
Notice is hereby given, that a General Board of the Governors of the
Norfolk and Norwich Hospital will be held at the Hospital, on
Wednesday the 3d of October next, at Eleven o'Clock precisely, being
one of the General Boards appointed by the Rules and Orders.
The Treasurer's Accounts to the 12th July last, examined and
approved by the Auditors, will be laid before the Board.
The Governors are desired to take notice, that this Board is fixed by
the Rules and Orders for appointing Auditors.
Such Subscribers whose Subscriptions are in arrear, are desired to
pay them to Charles WESTON, Esq., and Co. or Messrs ALLDAY and
KERRISON, or Messrs GURNEY, in Norwich, or Messrs, WALPOLE,
CLARK, and BOURNE, Bankers, in London; and such Subscribers
are earnestly requested to bring their last Receipts with them, as by this
means many Mistakes will be avoided.
By the 24th Rule all Subscriptions for the present Year are to be
paid as soon as may be after the Year commences, which by an Order
of the general Board, held the 14th of July, 1779, is on the 1st of
January in each Year, and all Subscriptions made in the Course of
the Year, are to be considered as commencing on the 1st of January
preceding. And by the 42d Rule, no Subscriber's Recommendation is
to be accepted, if his Subscription be two Months in arrear; and no
Governor's Vote is to be admitted while his Subscription is unpaid.
29 September 1781. Page 3, column 1
English Education.
At Wymondham, in Norfolk, Young Gentlemen are boarded and
taught English (grammatically) Writing in all the various Hands now
in Use, Arithmetic Vulgar and Decimal, Merchants Accounts, either by
Single or Double Entry, Mensuration, etc. etc. by John WARRINER,
late Assistant to the Rev. Mr HEPWORTH. -- Terms, Fifteen Guineas
per Annum and One Guinea Entrance, Washing included.
Harleston, Sept. 25, 1781.
Miss Ann and Mary PIGGE, late of Walsingham, in the County of
Norfolk, Milliners, beg Leave to inform the Public that they have
taken the Shop belonging to Miss MOORE, of Harleston, in the said
County, (retiring from Business) which they intend opening on Monday
next with a fresh Assortment of Millinery and other Goods, and solicit
(with Miss MOORE) the Continuance of all her former Customers,
who may be assured of being furnished with the [indecipherable word]
and most fashionable Goods in every Branch of the Millinery Business,
and upon the most reasonable Terms.
The said Ann and Mary PIGGE also beg Leave to inform the Public,
that they have declined the Millinery Business at Walsingham aforesaid,
and return their sincere Thanks to all their former Customers, and
that they are now selling off all their Stock in Trade there at prime Cost,
and are ready immediately to treat with any one for the Shop and
Fixtures at their said late Residence.
29 September 1781. Page 3, column 4
Wells, Sept. 26, 1781.
To Lett [sic], at Old Michaelmas, or at any other Time, that good
Dwelling-House in the Occupation of Mr GAMBLE, at Wells, in Norfolk;
containing five low Rooms, four Chambers, and Dressing Closet, and
five Garrets, etc. Also a pleasant Garden contiguous to the House, etc.
For Terms apply to Mr William GAMBLE, at the House.
Note. Some few Articles of Furniture belonging to Mr GAMBLE will
be sold at Old Michaelmas, viz. a good Clock in a handsome Mahogany
Case, Walnut-tree Bureau and Book-case, Plate Glass Front, Pier Glass,
etc. N.B. This will be advertised but once.
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