Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2 / A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century

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36206

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Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2 / A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century

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en

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Compiled from the files of the 'Norfolk Chronicle', this volume chronicles remarkable events in Norfolk and Norwich from 1851 to 1900. It offers a detailed record of local history, social habits, and significant incidents, serving as a vital resource for verifying dates and understanding the era's folk lore.

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Volume II of Charles Mackie's *Norfolk Annals* serves as a comprehensive chronological archive of remarkable events in Norfolk and Norwich between 1851 and 1900. Compiled from the files of the *Norfolk Chronicle*, the text functions as a vital historical record, preserving specific dates and names to verify occurrences against fading public memory. The volume documents a diverse spectrum of local life, beginning with the deaths of notable figures such as Mary, widow of Mr. Henry Tash, and the Hon. and Rev. Lord Berners. It captures the region's cultural vibrancy through accounts of theatrical performances, including the final appearance of George Bennett, the 'Father of the Norwich Stage,' and exhibitions like falconry displays by Mr. Barr and circus openings by Hengler. Civic developments are meticulously recorded, ranging from petitions for the repeal of the Window-tax to the formation of various insurance societies by Mr. Charles Suckling Gilman, a prominent civic figure who founded numerous mutual aid organizations. The narrative also addresses significant disasters, including the collapse of the Drayton church steeple, fires at the *Norwich Mercury* office and West Beckham Workhouse, and a serious riot at Yarmouth quelled by the 11th Hussars. Political and social movements are extensively covered, from the Tractarian movement and the Wesleyan schism disputes involving Rev. William Worker to Norfolk volunteers' roles in the Transvaal War. The text further details natural phenomena like hailstorms and thunderstorms, as well as public health crises such as typhoid fever. Ultimately, the book stands as a fact-based repository of local history, offering an enduring glimpse into the social habits, legal proceedings, and daily realities of a bygone era in the county.

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