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Extracts from March 9th 1782

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May 2005

Norfolk Chronicle Extracts from March 9th 1782

Transcription and notes copyright © Janelle Penney.

These transcriptions have been made from microfilm supplied by the British Library Newspaper Library, which holds the copyright of the images. If you cite from, or download any part of, these transcriptions you must include this paragraph to acknowledge the British Library Newspaper Library as the source of the material.

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.

Page 2, column 3

Yesterday se'nnight a handsome silver double-gilt punch ladle, given by Lord ORFORD, was coursed for by greyhounds, the property of farmers, which was won by Mr MITCHELL's of Houghton farm, beating about ten brace. A vast concourse of Gentlemen and Farmers were assembled on this occasion, in the Park, which afforded excellent sport. Most of the Spectators were entertained with the spirit of hospitality, which ever distinguishes the Noble Lord of Houghton.

On Wednesday night last, or early on Thursday morning, the shop of Mr JARVIS, tea-dealer, on the Castle-ditches, was broke open, by cutting the lower pannel [sic] of the door out. They carried off a large quantity of tea, in canisters, and upwards of five pounds in cash. Several of the canisters were found yesterday morning under the arch of the bridge, on the Castle-ditches.

On Saturday last died, at Northwalsham, age 76, Mrs READ, mother of Mr READ, surgeon of that place.

Last week died, aged sixty-four years, Mr James PARKERSON, formerly a respectable baker in this city.

Lately died at Cromer, in an advanced age, Mrs Sarah SIBBS, relict of the Rev. Richard SIBBS, late Rector of Barningham Norwood, in this county.

On Sunday last died, at his house on Hog-hill, Mr HARRISON.

On Wednesday last died, Mr REEDER, at the sign of the Goat, in the Goat-lane.

Page 2, column 4

Walsingham, Feb. 26, 1782.

Ran Away, early this Morning, from his Master, Edward FRARY, by Trade a Taylor [sic], he is Full eyed, and of melancholy turn of Mind. If he will return he will be kindly received. -- Any Person who secretes or employs him will be prosecuted according to Law.
[signed] Richard STOAKS

Whereas on Sunday last, the 3d Instant, between the Hours of Twelve and One past Noon, a large White Long-haired Greyhound Puppy, three quarters grown, rough about his Chops, one Ear tipt [sic] with brown, and remarkably large in his Joints, and coarse in his Stern, was enticed away from following a Lady in the Fields, in the Parish of Gelderston, adjoining the high Road leading from Beccles to Loddon, in this County, by a stout Man, in a blue Coat, mounted on a black short-tailed Cart Horse, in Company with a younger Man, in a light-coloured Cloaths [sic], mounted on switch-tailed bay Horse, and from thence taken through Loddon to the George, in Thurlton, where they baited in their Way, as is supposed, to Norwich. -- It is hereby declared, that any one giving sufficient Intelligence of the above Persons, so as they may be known, or of the Person or Persons actually detaining the said Dog, shall be handsomely rewarded, on Application at the Dwelling House of Thomas KERRICH, Esq., of Gelderston aforesaid.

Page 3, column 1

To the Ladies.

TOMLINSON, jun., Staymaker, (As well in the French as English Taste) In St Andrew's Church-yard, Norwich, Having worked in the principal Shops in London and Bath, embraces the Opportunity of informing the Ladies of this City, and its Environs, that he is just returned from Town with the newest Fashions. He presents his sincere Thanks for Favours already conferred on him, and assures those who may honour him with their Commands, that they may depend on being served with Materials, Neatness of Work, and in an Height of Tastes, not inferior to any in London.

Ladies, by sending a Line, or otherwise, will be waited on immediately, and their Orders executed with the utmost Dispatch, By their most obedient humble Servant
     Robert TOMLINSON.

Page 3, column 2

Norwich, March 8, 1782.

Esther, Widow of the late Henry THURLOW, Plumber and Glazier, in St Michael of Coslany, returns grateful Acknowledgments to her Friends for the many Favours conferred on her late Husband, and begs Leave to inform them, that she has disposed of her Stock in Trade to Mr Peter WILSEA, whom she would wish to recommend to her Friends, and the Public in general, as a Person of Principle and Ability, who will execute their Orders with Punctuality and Honour.

N.B. All Persons who stood indebted to the said Henry THURLOW at his Decease, are desired to pay the same to his Widow as soon as possible; and such Persons who have any Demands, are requested to bring in their Accounts, that the same may be discharged.

Note. An Apprentice is wanted.

March, 7, 1782.

To be Lett [sic], and entered upon immediately, or at Michaelmas next, a Farm at Langmere and Dickleburgh, in Norfolk, now in the Occupation of Mr William HOTSON, consisting of a good House, Barn, Stable, Outhouses, and one hundred and seventy Acres of Land thereunto adjoining.
     For Particulars enquire of Mr John BROWNE, St Michael at Plea, Norwich, or of Mr Richard HOTSON, of Long Stratton, who will shew [sic] the Premisses [sic].

To be Lett [sic], and entered upon at Lady next, a genteel fash'd [sic] Messuage, in High Shottisham, consisting of three Rooms and Chambers in front, a small Back Parlour and good Back Kitchen, Pantries, Dairy, and Cellars, with two Chambers, a Kitchen Garden and Orchard, and about two Acres of Land adjoining, also a Stable, Coach House, and other Conveniences, stands very pleasant, fine Air, and near the Church; occupied by James CRICK, the Owner. If wanted, will be disposed of Part of the Furniture, consisting of Beds, Glasses, Tables, Chairs, Brewing Utensils, etc.

Page 3, column 3

Tittleshall, March 1, 1782.
To be Sold for Ready Money, At Prime Cost, or Under,

The remaining Part of the Stock in Trade of Yaxley ADAMS, of Tittleshall, in the County of Norfolk, consisting of Linen and Woollen Drapery, Men's and Women's Hats, Stockings, and various other Articles, which will be sold exceeding cheap.

Transcription and notes copyright © Janelle Penney.

These transcriptions have been made from microfilm supplied by the British Library Newspaper Library, which holds the copyright of the images. If you cite from, or download any part of, these transcriptions you must include this paragraph to acknowledge the British Library Newspaper Library as the source of the material.