Part 21 (1/2)

July 6th.-The ”Byzantium,” 290 tons, had been launched from Mr. F.

Preston's yard.

A meeting of the local Anti-Corn Law League had been held, and the conduct of Messrs. Rumbold and Wilshere censured for not supporting the movement for the entire abolition of these duties.

July 13th.-Mr. C. D. Arnott, of Gorleston, had obtained the diploma of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and had been admitted a Licentiate of the Apothecaries' Company.

July 27th.-At the Water Frolic, the ”Red Rover” (S. C. Marsh) had beaten the ”Leviathan” (Bessey), and the ”Pearl” (Sir W. B. Proctor), but was disqualified on protest, and the prize awarded to the ”Leviathan.”

August 3rd.-The Regatta had proved a success, the following is the report given of the sport:-

”The Regatta at Yarmouth, on Friday, was one of the most spirited and gay scenes ever witnessed. The terrace, the sh.o.r.e, the Jetty, the windows, were filled with gaily-dressed spectators, whose constantly moving figures rendered the scene one vast and ever-changing kaleidoscope. The day was glorious, and the sea was thickly sprinkled with boats and vessels of all kinds, which merrily bounded before the gale in quick and ever-varying succession. The following was the result of the day's amus.e.m.e.nt, which gave infinite pleasure to the thousands who thronged from all parts of the country.

A silver cup and cover, value 50, for Yachts not exceeding 25 tons, belonging to a Yacht Club.

Yachts tons. Owners. Colours.

1. Mystery 25 Lord A. Paget b & w Maltese cross 2. Gnome 25 Thos. Meeson b & w with crown

Carried away gaff topsail yard, and gave up.

A silver cup, value 12, by Pleasure Boats, 19 feet on the ram and upwards.

Won by ”Leviathan,” (Mr. W. Bessey), beating four others.

A handsome silver Cup.-A Rowing Match by Amateur Gigs, not exceeding 25 feet, given by Mr. b.a.l.l.s of the Victoria Hotel, which was won by the ”Enigma.”

A grand sailing match for a purse of 25 sovs. by Yawls of any length.-First yawl to have 12 sovs., the second 5, and the third 3.

Won by the ”Victoria”; 2nd, ”Greyhound”; 3rd, ”Royal Sovereign.”

A Rowing Match for a purse of 10 sovs. by Beach Gigs of any description, and manned as they pleased. First gig 7 sovs., second 3 sovs., which was won by the ”Princess Victoria” (Critten), the ”Star”

being second.

The amount of receipts at the Repository held at Bath Rooms, on Friday, including a few subsequent sales, was 77 8s. 0d., viz., received at the doors, 16 16s. 6d.; contributions by the members for the Borough, 10; amount of sales, 50 11s. 6d.; the expenses of fitting up the rooms, etc., were 12 8s. 0d.; leaving a balance of 65, which was distributed as follows:-For the aged poor, 3; the sick poor 1; and to the District Visiting Society, School of Industry, and Blanket and Clothing Society, 20 6s. 8d. each.

Aug. 10th.-Five individuals were living in a house in the Lion and Lamb Row, whose united ages amounted to 385 years.

Aug. 24th.-The tide had flowed up to Victoria Terrace and beyond Ansell's Buildings, affording an enchanting sight to the visitors.

The foundation stone of the New Wesleyan Chapel had been laid at Gorleston.

Sept. 21st.-The organ of S. Nicholas' had been re-opened, full Cathedral service being performed, when about 5,000 persons attended the two services. Mr. Mackenzie preached from Psalm 100, 1st and 2nd, and 72 10s. was collected.

A choir was about to be formed, under Mr. Warne.

Oct. 5th.-The Victoria Building Company had sold the ground for the purpose of the erection of Brandon Terrace.

Oct. 19th.-The Magistrates had determined upon memorialising the Postmaster General to have the mails transmitted by railroad.

Nov. 2nd.-A ”Railway meeting” had been held upon the requisition of the Mayor, and the following committee appointed to inquire as to the schemes proposed. The Mayor (S. C. Marsh), G. Danby Palmer, E. H. L. Preston, W.

Johnson, J. E. Lacon, R. Hammond, R. Ferrier, R. S. Lonsdale, J. Clark, S. Palmer, A. Palmer, W. H. Palmer, J. Orfeur, B. Dowson, D. Turner, and J. W. Sh.e.l.ly, Esqs., and Messrs. C. Moore and T. Hammond.