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Note that, although the Norfolk Chronicle covers events in East Anglia as a whole, you will find here and there mentions in the paper of "this city" "the Castle" and "the City Gaol." The city referred to is Norwich, where the paper was published. Likewise 'the castle' and 'the City Gaol' is that of Norwich
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6th January 1781
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On Saturday last, about two o'clock in the morning, as James ALTHERTON,
servant to Mrs Rhoda COBB, of Hoe, next East Dereham, in this county, was
driving his team upon the turnpike road near the six-mile stone, and within
a small distance of the church of Hockering, he was stopped by two footpads,
armed with bludgeons, who demanded his money, seized him, beat him, threw
him down, and robbed him of half a guinea in gold and a silver watch, and
then made off towards Mattishall Bergh. These two footpads appeared to be
labourers, the one was rather tall, had on a slop, and the other rather low,
and had on a brown coat. From the darkness of the morning the said ALTHERTON
cannot at present give any further description of them, but is certain he
can recollect the face of one of them.--The reward for apprehending a
highwayman, and prosecuting him to conviction, is 40 pounds.
On Sunday last some person or persons took an opportunity, while the
servants were upstairs, to steal a case of knives and forks, with six silver
table spoons, from the side board in the House of Mr HUDSON, banker, in this
city; the spoons were taken out, and the case, with the knives and forks,
were thrown into the Cockey, at the back of the Rampant Horse inn, in St
Stephens.
On Thursday se'nnight, in the evening, some thieves broke into the
laundry of Benjamin RANDAL, Esq., in the Close, and stole fifteen table
cloths. It is supposed they were disturbed by the falling of a bason [sic]
of starch, which was in the room, otherwise would have made a much larger
booty.
We hear several other thefts of the like kind have been committed in the
course of the week, which we hope will make servants and others more
attentive to the doors and windows, and excite the vigilance of the peace
officers to bring the villains to justice.
Thursday last was married, John MORSE, Esq., to Miss TWISS, daughter of
the late Francis TWISS, Esq., of this city.
Tuesday last died, in the 44th year of his age, Mr Benjamin BERTRAM,
manufacturer in this city, and one of the Common Councilmen for the Northern
Ward.
On Sunday last died Mrs PAYNE, relict of the late Captain James PAYNE, of
Yarmouth.
On the 29th ult., died at Beccles, William BOHUN, Esq., of West-hall, in
Suffolk, the last of his family and name.
6th January 1781
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Mr D'ARNOUVILLE takes this Method to acquaint the Nobility, Gentry, and his
Scholars, that he is removed from the Market-place into Broad Street, St
Gregory's, at Mr William HOLMES', Taylor, and will continue on Monday next,
to teach Abroad and at Home, the useful French Language grammatically, with
an easy and short Method in his Way of teaching, having been many Years
Teacher in some reputable Schools and Families in London.
Note: His Evening School on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from Six to
Eight.
6th January 1781
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January 3, 1781
The Relations of the late Mr John ROOT, of Tuttington in the County of
Norfolk, are desired to meet his Administrator at the King's Head in
Coltishall, on Monday the 15th Instant, to receive their respective Shares
of the Intestate's personal Estate.
6th January 1781
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Servants.
Whereas on Friday the First Day of December last, or early on the Saturday
Morning, WILLIAM RUSHMURE, otherwise RUSHMORE, born at Thurlton, in Norfolk;
and on the Third Day of the same Month of December, WILLIAM MOSS, also born
in the said Parish of Thurlton, Servants in Husbandry to Benjamin NUTHALL,
of Caister, next Great Yarmouth, in Norfolk, Merchant, left the Service of
their said Master, without his Leave, and without any just Cause. These are
therefore to caution all Persons from harbouring or employing them, or
either of them, as the said Mr NUTHALL is determined, after this Notice, to
proceed against such Persons so doing as the Law in such Cases directs.
6th January 1781
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To be Lett, and entered upon at Michaelmas next, a Farm at Swannington, not
Eight Miles from Norwich, now in the Occupation of Mr William HOYES;
consisting of a very good House, Barns, Stables, Sheds, and Outhouses, with
One Hundred and Sixty-one Acres of Arable and Meadow Land, and Plenty of
Clay, for Manure, on the Spot; together with an old accustomed Lime Kiln,
(not another within Five Miles of it) with Liberty of felling Chalk, Marle,
and Sand, which will be much wanted for the new lands now inclosing on
Felthorp Heath.
The above Farm is situated within a Ring Fence, and the House in the
Middle. The Team goes to Norwich, and returns before Night, the shortest Day
in Winter. The Poultry and Dairy produce great Profit in ready Money twice a
Week from Market.
For Particulars enquire at the Manor House, Swannington.
13th January 1781
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Whereas Ann, the Wife of Robert MITCHELL, in St Laurence Parish, Norwich,
and late of Brooke, in the County of Norfolk, Carpenter, hath for some Time
past practised contracting Debts without either the Consent or Knowledge of
her said Husband; this is to caution every Person against crediting the said
Ann MITCHELL on any Account whatsoever for the future, as any Obligation on
the said Account will not be discharged after the Date hereof. Witness my
Hand, ROBERT MITCHELL. Norwich, Jan.12, 1781.
N.B. The said Robert MITCHELL, and Ann his Wife, are parted according to her
Proposal and Desire, to convince the World how much better she can support
her Family without him than with him.
13th January 1781
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Thursday ended the sessions for the county of Norfolk, at the Shirehouse on
the Castle Hill, when Elizabeth HUDSON, for stealing a pair of leather
breeched, was sentenced to be privately whipped in the Castle; her father
for receiving the breeches, knowing them to be stolen; and Robert PENDALL,
for petty larceny, were discharged. William TAYLOR, for stealing a quantity
of oats, to be whipped at Acle; John PIKE, for stealing several
handkerchiefs from a shopkeeper, at Reepham, to be publicly whipped next
market day, at Aylsham; and John THURLOW, for felony, who pleaded guilty, to
be whipped at Aylsham.
On Tuesday last, between six and seven o'clock, in the evening, two
rogues broke into the house of Mrs TOWNSHEND, in the Chapel field, and took
linen, cloaths [sic], etc from the drawers of a bureau which stood in the
parlour, to a considerable value. They had packed up the goods in a large
apron, and were crossing the road with the bundle, when the constable of
Heigham accidentally passing by, pursued them into the field. He took one of
them by the collar,who thereupon called to his companion for a knife, who
immediately came up, and knocked the constable down. They then made off
towards St Stephen's gates, leaving most of their booty in the field, having
carried off with them only some small articles of plate, which have not been
yet recovered. They got into the house by throwing up the sash of one of the
parlours, whilst there was company on a visit in the other, parted from it
only by a narrow passage. --One was a tall man, the other short; they spoke
a foreign language.
We have pleasure to inform the public, that by the vigilance of the
Magistrates, and officers, one of the above villains was taken at a lodging
near the Pigeons, in St Gregory's on Wednesday evening; the other jumped out
of a window, and escaped.
Thursday was married at Bury, George WADDINGTON, Esq., eldest son of
George WADDINGTON, Esq., to Miss HORSEY, only daughter of the late Samuel
HORSEY, Esq., of that place.
Thursday morning died Mrs VALPY, wife of the Rev. Mr VALPY, under master
of the Grammar School in Bury.
Friday last died at Swaffham, Mr Charles BOUTELL.
On Sunday se'nnight died, after a long and painful illness, which she
bore with great fortitude and resignation, in the 53rd year of her age, Mrs
BEAN, wife of Mr BEAN, dyer of this city; -- she was an affectionate wife,
and an indulgent mother.
13th January 1781
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To be Sold by Auction, by Richard BACON, on Wednesday and Thursday, the 17th
and 18th of this Inst. January, All the Neat Household Furniture of Mr
Thomas RANSOME, at his late Dwelling House, in St Martin's at Palace, near
Mr RANDAL's back Gate. Consisting of an exceeding good Bedstead, with
Mahogany Fluted Posts, Commode, Cornice and Yellow Moreen Furniture, several
other good Beds and Bedding, two very neat Mahogany Book-cases, glazed in
Front; and elegant Wilton Carpet, with an exceeding curious Machine for
Roasting, Kitchen furniture and Brewing Utensils. The Goods may be viewed on
the Tuesday previous to the day of the Sale. Catalogues to be had of the
Auctioneer, and at the Place of Sale.
N.B. The said Dwelling house is to be Disposed of immediately; for
Particulars, enquire of R. BACON.
To be Sold by Auction, by Richard BACON, on Tuesday the 23rd of this
Instant January, and the following Days, The Neat and Elegant Furniture at
the Dwelling house of Mr William COYE, Dyer, near White friars-bridge,
Norwich; comprizing [sic] very good Beds and Furniture, and exceeding good
Chamber Organ with Seven Barrels, which plays upwards of Forty Tunes, a
very handsome inlaid Cabinet, some Plate, China, Glass, Kitchen Furniture,
and Brewing Utensils. Also a small but choice Collection of Prints, fram'd
and glaz'd.---The Goods may be viewed on the Premises previous to the Day
of Sale. Catalogues to be had of the Auctioneer, of Mr J. WRIGHT, Appraiser,
and at the Place of Sale.
Downham and Fincham Turnpike Road
Notice is hereby given, that the Tolls arising at the Gate or Bar, erected
on the said Road, at Fincham, in Norfolk, will be Lett [sic] by Auction, by
the Trustees, to the highest Bidder, on Wednesday the 24th Day of January
next, between the Hours of Eleven and Twelve o'Clock in the Forenoon, at the
Queen's Head Inn, in Downham Market, in the said County, for the Term of
three Years, commencing from the 6th Day of February next, (in Manner
directed by the Act of Parliament made and passed in the 13th Year of his
present Majesty's Reign, intitled "An Act to explain, amend, and reduce into
one Act of Parliament the General Laws then, and now, in being, for
regulating the Turnpike Roads,") which Tolls produced last Year, clear of
all Deductions, one hundred and forty-six Pounds, and will be put up at that
Sum. And the Person or Persons hiring the said Tolls will be required then
and there to give Security, to the Satisfaction of the Trustees, for the
Payment of the Money, monthly or quarterly. Dated the 22nd of December,
1780. By Order of the Trustees, WILL. CREASY, Clerk, Downham.
20th January 1781
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On Monday last the driver of a cart belonging to Mr Charles RUSHMER, of
Bradeston, farmer, was convicted before Roger KERRISON, Esq., one of his
Majesty's Justices of the Peace for the county of Norfolk, of the offence of
avoiding payment of the toll at Postwick-gate, and paid the penalty required
by law.
The prisoners in the City Gaol return their grateful thanks to an unknown
benefactor for 4 stone 8 pounds of beef, a three penny loaf, and 3 pence in
money, sent them on Saturday last; to another unknown benefactor for one
guinea's worth of bread, sent them on Tuesday; and to another unknown
benefactor for 38 three-penny loaves, and a pint of beer each, sent them on
Wednesday, which charitable donations were a great relief to a number of
distressed objects of pity and compassion.
On Tuesday s'ennight a fire broke out at a farm of John LUTHER's, Esq. in
the parish of Roxwell, in Essex, which entirely destroyed all the barns,
outhouses, grain, etc before it could be extinguished. The farm was
occupied by Mr CRUSH, and the loss sustained by the landlord and tenant
amounts to 1,000 pounds. After the above unfortunate accident, Mr CRUSH
having a number of cattle, and neither hay nor straw to give them, Mr LUTHER
called on him, and desired him to send 20 head of cattle, as he would give
them fodder during the winter, at the same time presenting him with a purse
of 20 guineas.
Wednesday died at the Castle, Thomas GALLOWAY, who received sentence of
death at Thetford assizes, held March 11, 1779, for horse-stealing.
20th January 1781
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Legatees to be Paid.
Notice is hereby given to the several Legatees named in the Will of Mr
Robert BROWN, late of Chaston, or otherwise Chadeston, in the County of
Suffolk, deceased, that the Executor intends meeting at the Tons in Bungay
on Thursday the 1st Day of February, at Twelve o'Clock, in Order to
discharge the same, when and where the Legatees are desired to attend.
27th January 1781
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Jan.26, 1781
Wanted Immediately, A Surgeon, to go on a Cruise on board the Ranger
Privateer, Capt. Magnus BRIGHTMER, of 12 Carriage Guns, 10 Swivels, and 50
Men, and now compleatly [sic] ready for Sea at Yarmouth. Apply to Mr J.
HILL, the Owner, at Wells; the Printer of this Paper, at Norwich; or the
Captain, on board the Privateer, at Yarmouth.
For a Royal Independent Company, Now raising, which is to consist of 120
Men, Commanded by Capt. C. H. MAINWARING. All Gentlemen Volunteer who are
willing to serve his Majesty, by enlisting into this Royal Independent
Company, if they will repair to the King's Head, Norwich, my Head Quarters,
they shall receive a handsome Bounty of Five Guineas clear of all
Deductions, and an Uniform. As a greater Encouragement for all such
Gentlemen who are desirous of distinguishing Themselves, and additional
Guinea will be given them, to drink his Majesty's Health, after they have
past Muster. RICHARD GARDINER, Lieutenant of the Royal Independents. GOD
SAVE THE KING.
27th January 1781
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We are well assured, that a number of gentlemen in this city, are now
forming themselves into a volunteer company, in order to learn and practise
the military discipline.
On Wednesday last was married Mr Robert WARMOLL, of Hempnall, to Miss
BENSLEY, of the same place.
Wednesday last died, in the 60th year of his age, Mr William BONE,
post-master of Dereham. -We hear, Mr William BONE, his son, is appointed to
succeed him.
Monday last died at his apartments in this city, the Rev. Mr PLAISE.
On Wednesday last died, Mr Benjamin GILBORD, coachmaker, in this city.
27th January 1781
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To be Sold by Auction. On Friday, the 2nd February next, between the Hours
of Twelve and Two, at the Angel Inn, in the Market-place, Norwich, by
Richard BACON, All that good Wherry, with her Materials, known by the Name
of the FRIENDSHIP, whereof John LEEDS is Master, Burden about 30 Tons. She
has not been built above two Years, and is allowed by the Trade to be as
handy as any Craft on the Stream.-Particulars may be had by applying to the
Auctioneer.
3rd February 1781
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On Wednesday last the General Quarter Sessions of the Peace for this city
were held by adjournment when Elizabeth, the wife of Robert LIVOCK, charged
by William WOOLVERTON, and upon her own confession, was convicted of
stealing thirteen long skains [sic] of Irish woollen yarn, and ordered to be
privately whipped on Wednesday next, and then discharged.-John DUNT, charged
with stealing from the hay-chamber of James CROWE, Esq., an engine for
cutting straw, the property of Nathaniel THURSTON, to remain till the
assizes.-Ann CRANE, charged with stealing from out of a ready-furnished
lodging in St Laurence, an ironing box, heater, and linen sheet, the
property of George HILTON, acquitted.-John DUNT, and William DUNT, charged
with stealing a linen bag, three twill sacks, a pail, and hand saw, the
property of Francis SILLIS; also a glass bottle, and two razors, belonging
to John MATTHEWS; and a spelling book, the property of Mary PLUMMER, to
remain till the assizes.-Mary, the wife of William WILSEA, charged with
stealing a cask of butter from Robert KITTON, to remain till the assizes.
On Monday last Thomas GAMBLE and John ALLISON, two farmers at Halvergate,
were convicted before William TAYLOR, Esq., one of his Majesty's Justices of
the Peace for the County of Norfolk, of the offence of evading the toll at
Filby gate, and paid the penalty of five pounds, according to the statute.
Yarmouth, Feb 1.
On Thursday, about twelve o'clock, the DREADNOUGHT, Privateer, Captain
Timothy STEWARD, Commander, of 14 carriage guns, and 50 men, went to sea,
and after being at sea about an hour, she saw a large brigantine from
Shields, laden with coals, bound to London, who mounted four carriage guns,
which was taken this morning about six o'clock, after an engagement of two
hours, off Cromer, and ransomed for four hundred guineas; the master was
wounded, the mate killed, and all the remainder of the crew wounded, except
two little boys. Within half an hour after another large vessel, laden with
coals, passed our roads, which was also taken this morning, soon after the
above, and ransomed for five hundred guineas. The Captains of the above
vessels say, they were taken by that notorious villain FALL, who had on
board his ship at that time thirteen Ransomers; they supposed that FALL has
taken near thirty sail of ships from the North. It is surprizing [sic] that
this villain had not one Frenchman on board. Captain STEWARD, his Officers
and friends, who were on board, directly sailed down to a Scotch privateer
in the Roads, and would have had the Captain gone in quest with him directly
after this audacious pirate, but the Captain refused; he then directly
sailed down to the RANGER privateer, but the crew refused, as their Captain
was not on board, and the ship not in proper order for action. Captain
STEWARD had 20 Gentlemen on board, friends, who sailed out of the port with
him, and who offered as volunteers to go in pursuit of FALL immediately, if
any of the ships in view would join the chase; but all refused. The FLY
sloop of war was in the roads, but had fifteen ships under her convoy for
Portsmouth.
This week sailed the following privateers on a cruize [sic]: -- RANGER,
Magnus BRIGHTMAN, late the LADY WASHINGTON; DREADNOUGHT, Timothy STEWARD;
and SPY [commanded by ] SMITH.
10th February 1781
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On Saturday last a note was put into the Lynn post-office, in the
following words:--"Mr BOTTOM, I beg of you, by all means, to tell the
gentlemen of this town to take great care, for thare [sic] is a hellish plot
going forrad, [sic] which trettans [sic] destruction to this town by fire in
four different parts, some night this winter. I don't know how soon, but
fore warn'd, fore arm'd and guard against it. If I am blown, I shall be cut
and mangled to pieces, but I will go before it comes to a head."
We hear the Mayor and the rest of his Majesty's Justices of the peace for
the said Borough have promised a reward of two hundred pounds, to such
person or persons, as shall give information and evidence against any
offenders guilty of a conspiracy to set any part of the aforesaid town on
fire, to be paid on conviction of such offenders.
10th February 1781
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On Saturday last was married in London, Mr Noah WYATT, of this city, to Miss
BONE, an agreeable young lady with a genteel fortune.
On Saturday last died Mr ROSS, of the Theatre-royal, in this city.
On Monday last died Mr BELL, at the Star Inn, in the Hay-market, in this
city.
Last Week died at Yarmouth, Mr NIGHTINGALE, Grocer.
10th February 1781
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Notice of Payment of Debts
All Persons who stand indebted to the Estate and effects of George BOORNE
and Thomas NEVE, of Coltishall, in the County of Norfolk, Timber Merchants,
and late Partners in Trade, are required forthwith to settle their Accounts,
and to pay the several Balances due from them respectively to Mr Alderman
GAY, at Norwich, or to William HARDY, at Coltishall; and Notice is hereby
given, that unless such Debts are paid on or before the first Day of March
next, the Defaulters will be sued for the same. N.B. The late Partnership
between the said George BOORNE, and Thomas NEVE, was dissolved about
Christmas 1779.
To be Sold by Auction, by Robert ANSELL,
on Tuesday the 20th Day of this Instant, February, and the Three following
Days, All the Stock in Trade, lying in Coltishall, of Messrs BOORNE and
NEVE, Timber Merchants, and late Partners; consisting of 130 Gangs of
Fellers of various Kinds, 103 Gangs of Spokes, 12 Dozen of Oak Gate Hurdles,
a large Quantity of Harrow Baulks, Plough Heads, and every other sort of
Wheelwright Stuff; several Thousand feet of Oak, and other Boards, a large
Quantity of Oak Hobs of different Sizes, a large quantity of Oak, Ash, and
Elm Planks, from two to six Inches thick, a large Timber Gill and Chaise, a
small Cart, Four Timber Jacks, Two one-horse Chaises, and Two Geldings.
N.B. The whole will be divided into small Lots, as will be expressed in
Catalogues, which may be had in a few Days, at the Maid's Head, at Norwich;
the Lion, at Beccles; the Tuns, at Bungay; the Black Swan, at Yarmouth; the
Queen's Head, at Acle; the Falgate, at Potter Heigham; the White Lion, at
North Walsham; the Dog, at Aylsham; the King's Arms, at Reepham; and the
Auctioneer, at Coltishall.
10th February 1781
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Ran Away,
and left their Families chargeable to the Guardians of the Poor within the
Hundreds of Mitford and Launditch, in this County.
Philip ROOM, from the Parish of Mattishall, ever since July, 1777, by Trade
a Weaver, about 30 Years of age, fair Complexion, about 5 Feet 4 Inches
high, light coloured Hair, bald Head, round Shoulders, walks stooping,
supposed to be in or near Wisbeach.
Also James COOK, from the said Parish of Mattishall, ever since April, 1778,
by Trade a Weaver, lately supposed to work in Husbandry, about 25 Years of
Age, about 5 Feet 5 Inches high, Fair Complexion, full Face, short brown
Hair, supposed to be in or near Wisbeach.
Also John ROBERTSON, from the Parish of Scarning, ever since June 1776,
sometimes works as a Husbandman, and sometimes as a Carpenter, about 40
Years of Age, about 5 Feet 6 Inches high, fair Complexion, very light lank
Hair; he was ill at the Green Man, at Welney, in the Month of September
last, and is supposed now to be somewhere in that Part of the Country.
Also Riches GENT, from the Parish of East Dereham, ever since October 1779,
by Trade a Woolcomber, a remarkable Drunkard, about 44 Years of Age, about 5
Feet 6 Inches high, light Brown curled Hair, has been a soldier, and
generally gets his Living like the Swallows.
Also Richard SMITH, from the Parish of North Elmham, ever since July 1779,
by Trade a Taylor, aged about 34 Years, about 5 Feet 7 Inches high, thin
made, ruddy Complexion, dark Brown, lanky Hair, has lately worked in the
City of Norwich.
Also Stephen SHILLING, from the Parish of Little Fransham, a Husbandman,
aged about 27 Years, about 5 Feet 7 Inches high, light Brown lank Hair,
supposed to be a deserter, is well known to be a great Poacher, and supposed
to be lurking somewhere in the Neighbourhood of the Braddenhams.
Also William KEMP, from the Parish of Gressenhall, ever since September
1780, by Trade a Brick Striker, about 27 Years of Age, about 5 Feet 11
Inches high, light brown lank Hair, lately served as a Substitute in the
Western Battalion of the Norfolk Militia, his Friends live in or near the
Parish of Thursford in this County.
Also Edward BUSCALL, from the Parish of Shipdham, ever since January last, a
Husbandman, but sometimes works as a Gardener, aged about 53 Years, about 5
Feet 5 Inches high, short Brown curled Hair, his right Hand very lame, he
worked last Summer at one Mr CADE's, at Lynn, afterwards in the Marshland,
was lately removed to Shipdham, from Terrington St Laurence, in Marshland,
where he had then lately worked as a Gardener, in which Part of the Country
he is now supposed to be.
Also William NOLLORTH, from the Parish of Morton, being there under
Certificate from East Dereham, left the Place about Michaelmas last, a
Husbandman, about 33 Years of Age, about 5 Feet 4 Inches high, brown
Complexion, wears his own Hair, has a large Mark on his right Thumb, a
Dimple on his Chin, is supposed to live in the Neighbour hood of Wymondham.
Also John HOWSHAM, from the Parish of East Dereham, a Husbandman, about 35
Years of Age, about 5 Feet 7 Inches high, dark Hair, fair Complexion, his
little Finger on one Hand very short, supposed to be gone towards Lynn.
Any Person that shall convey the first Intelligence to Mr John CRISP, of
East Dereham, where the said Runaways, or any one of them may be
apprehended, such Person shall receive One Guinea Reward for each
Intelligence, upon the apprehending each such Runaway.
[Please note that the issue of 17 Feb 1781 is missing from the microfilm]
24th February 1781
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Lieutenant John MONEY, Aid de Camp to Lord CORNWALLIS, who died of the
wounds he received in the late action in Carolina, as mentioned in the
Gazette, was son of the Rev. Mr MONEY, late of St Giles's Parish, and Rector
of St Michael at the Pleas, in this city....
A correspondent at Yarmouth informs us that that town will soon be put into
a state of defence; sixteen heavy cannon are to be planted on the Deans, so
as to command the Roads; some cannon will also be planted at Gorleston, to
command the entrance of St Nicholas Gat-way.
The Sans Pear [sic], a French privateer, Capt. FALLS, is arrived at
Helvoetfluys, with 100 English prisoners, and 14 ransomers, valued at 5,400
guineas. The same privateer has also taken the Ranger privateer, Captain
Magnus BRIGHTWELL, of Wells, (formerly the Lady Washington) of 12 guns and
45 men; and on the third inst. she fell in with the Eagle privateer of 16
guns and 160 men, which she sunk, after an obstinate engagement, that lasted
with great fury on both sides for three hours and an half.
Among the many damages that happened in the late winds, the loss of the
Trinity victualler is very striking, She was cast away two miles from
Cromer, on the sands extending from S. S. E. to N. N. W. which are full of
breakers, and about two miles from the Land. She struck about eleven on
Tuesday night; the crew were upon the wreck until Wednesday morning about
eight, when some fisherman were determined to risk their lives to save the
others, and as they were preparing their boat, a very heavy squall came on
which occasioned the ship's shifting, and she was in a moment dashed to
pieces, and every person drowned.
On Wednesday last were brought to this city by Capt. BRACEY, and his party,
and committed to the Castle by Roger KERRISON, Esq., for further
examination, eleven men, apprehended at Runton, near Cromer, on a violent
suspicion of their being pirates.---They landed on Sunday evening from out
of a lug-sail boat, all armed with loaded musquets [sic] and cutlasses, and
carried Dutch colours; they call themselves smugglers, and say they belong
to a sloop with thirty men, and came out of Flushing about a month since.
Another account says, Monday last, 11 fellows, armed with pistols etc
landed out of a large boat at Runton, near Cromer, and greatly terrified the
inhabitants; but assistance being called from Cromer, they were all secured.
The account they give of themselves is, that they belong to a large
smuggling vessel, which they were obliged to quit in order to save their
lives; but it is supposed they belong to the noted Daniel FALL, two of them
being lately wounded, one of whom is shot through the knee, and the boat
they landed from being thirty feet long, is thought they either came to
plunder, or surprize [sic] some unarmed vessel. William WINDHAM, Esq., of
Felbrigg, sent for Captain BRACEY, on the impress service in this city, who
accompanied by his gang, safely conducted them to town, when they were
examined before Roger KERRISON, Esq., who committed them to Norwich Castle.
They all prove to be Englishmen.
On Wednesday last died, at the house of Mr PYE, in St George's, Mrs CRANE,
in the 75th year of her age; her life was an ornament to her sex, her memory
an honour to society - to say more, would be unnecessary; less, ungenerous.
Yesterday died Henry GOODHALL, D.D., Senior Prebendary of this cathedral,
and Archdeacon of Suffolk. He was also Rector of Bixley in Norfolk.
3rd March 1781
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Thursday the eleven men who were apprehended at Cromer, and committed to the
Castle on suspicion of being pirates, after a long examination before
several justices, and nothing appearing against them, were conveyed under a
strong guard to Yarmouth, and put on board the tender in order to be sent
to the Nore. These are the same desperate fellows that went ashore at
Whitby, and were fired upon by the volunteers of that town, who wounded one
of them. When they were taken they said they were only smugglers.
On Tuesday last Rhoda HORTH was committed to the City Gaol by the Right
Worshipful Benjamin DAVY, Esq., on suspicion of breaking into the
dwelling-house of William HAZLEWOOD, and stealing a large quantity of
wearing apparel, and other things his property; she is likewise charged on
the oath of James WILMOT, on suspicion of stealing two silver spoons, and
other things his property; she is also further charged on the oat of Mary
NELSON, on suspicion of stealing one copper pot, her property.
On Thursday last in inquisition was taken at Eaton, in the liberty of
this city, before Mr MARKS, CORONER, on view of the body of Thomas KEMP, a
child of about three years and a half old, who was unfortunately scalded to
death by accidentally falling into a tub of wort, as he was playing about in
his father's kitchen.
Last week Mr James LAY, son of Mr Charles LAY, of this city, was married
at Snettisham, in Norfolk, to Miss YOUNG, daughter of Mr Richard YOUNG, of
the same place.
On Saturday last was married Mr Henry RAVEN, of this city, saddler, to
Miss Sarah BALDWIN, daughter of Mr Michael BALDWIN, coach-maker.
On Thursday died, aged 53, Mr William CHASE, printer of the Norwich
Mercury, which he had conducted upwards of 30 years with integrity and
reputation.--He was affectionate and generous in his domestic and social
connections, and supported a variety of painful afflictions with decent
submission, and patient resignation to the Divine Will.-- He had been nearly
30 years one of the Common Council for Wymer Ward.
The Norwich Mercury will be continued, all other printing executed, and
the business of Booksellers and Stationers carried on by William CHASE, the
son, Catherine MATCHETT the daughter, and Thomas HOLL, son-in-law to the
deceased; who respectfully solicit the support and patronage of their
father's friends, and the countenance of the public, which they shall
endeavour to merit by an assiduous, correct, and punctual attention to the
respective branches of their employment.
3rd March 1781
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Last week died at Botesdale the Rev. Mr MONRO, brother to Dr MONRO, and
Rector of Burgate and Wortham, in Suffolk; the presentation to which, for
the next turn, was sold to Mr PATTESON, of this city.
On Sunday last died, much regretted and respected, in the 64th year of
his age, Mr William KITTON, a considerable farmer at Creake Abbey Farm, near
Holkham.
On Tuesday last died, at Mr Martin BOOTH's, bookseller, Mr John HUDSON,
aged 85, many years master of the St John's Head inn, in this city.
On Friday last died Mr Timothy TITTER, grocer, in St Lawrence.
A short time since died suddenly Mr Francis PARKE, a wealthy farmer at
Attleburgh hall, in this county.
On Sunday last died at Swaffham, Christopher RODWELL, Gent., in the 73d
year of his age; whose uniformity of conduct, and benevolence of
disposition, has caused his loss to be felt by the poor, and sincerely
regretted by his relation and acquaintances.
10th March 1781
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King's Lynn, March 7, 1781
Escaped from Justice, out of the Gaol of the Borough of King's Lynn,
Norfolk, in the Night of the 6th Inst., William FAUX, charged upon Oath with
having obtained Money of one Richard HOMES, under divers Pretences.
The said William FAUX is by Trade a Carpenter, about 46 Years of Age,
five Feet seven Inches and a half High, Sandy Eye brows and beard, Pitted
with the Small Pox, and hath lost a front Tooth in his Upper Jaw. Had on
when he went away, a Brown strait Coat, with Buttons of the Colour, Black
Waistcoat, Black Corderoy Breeches, Black and White Silk and Worstead ribbed
Stockings, and a Light Brown curled Wig, with two Rows of Curls.
Whoever will Apprehend the said William FAUX, so that he may be conveyed
back to the said Gaol and brought to Justice, shall on his being delivered
there receive a Reward of Ten Pounds, and all Reasonable Charges from James
CRAWFORD, Gaoler.
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On Monday last, at a public meeting at the Hall on the Quay, at Yarmouth,
the following Gentlemen were appointed Captains of the six new raised
Independent Companies, viz. James TURNER, Esq., Henry GOOCH, Esq., William
TAYLOR, Esq., Mr William FISHER, jun., Mr William HURRY, and Mr John DRAKE.
Sunday last was committed to the Castle, by John FENN, Esq., Sarah
LINSTEAD, charged by Mr John Smith BROWNE, of Diss, silversmith, on
suspicion of her having stolen from out of his shop, at Diss aforesaid, on
the fifth day of this instant, March, three pair of scissors with plated
bows, five pair of fine steel ditto, a pen-knife, and two odd plated
buckles, his property, which were all found in her possession.
On Monday died in the Castle, Mrs Elizabeth NEEDHAM, relict of ---
NEEDHAM, formerly an Attorney at Marsham. What is very remarkable of this
woman, she has for these fifteen years past been frequently offered her
liberty, and as often persuaded by her friends to accept it, but such was
her temper, that every argument which could be used proved abortive. She had
been twenty years a prisoner, and until her death possessed an estate at
Marsham of upwards of forty pounds a year, but always refused to take the
money, altho' offered her. She lived a striking instance of obstinacy; her
remains were decently interred at St Augustine's, in this city, on
Wednesday.
Thursday last died, in the sixty-fourth year of her age, Mrs LATON,
relict of Admiral LATON.-- The agreeableness of her behaviour has made her
universally lamented by all her acquaintance.
10th March 1781
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Cocking.
On Monday the 12th, and Tuesday the 13th of this Instant, March, at the Sign
of the Black Boys in Aylsham, Norfolk, there will be a Main of Cocks fought
between the Gentlemen of Suffolk, and the Gentlemen of the County of
Norfolk,
for Five Guineas a Battle, and Fifty Guineas the odd Battle, shewing each
side twenty-five Mains, and ten Byes. The first Pair of Cocks to be on the
Pit precisely at twelve o'Clock each Day.
Feeders: HORTH, for Norfolk, HANKS, for Suffolk.
Note: A very good Ordinary will be provided each Day by your humble Servant,
Richard HURRYMAN. N.B. On Thursday, the 15th Inst. there will be fought
fourteen Battles at the Sign of the Horse and Groom at Blickling, between
the said Parties, for two Guineas a Battle, and ten the odd.
Whereas a Commission of Bankrupt is awarded and issued against David PYE,
the Younger, of Mendham, in the County of Suffolk, Grocer and Draper, and he
being declared a Bankrupt, is hereby required to surrender himself to the
Commissioners in the said Commission named, or the major Part of them, on
the Nineteenth and Twenty-sixth Days of this present Month of March, and on
the Seventeenth Day of April next, at Three of the Clock in the Afternoon on
each of the said Days, at the House of William COBB, commonly called or
known by the name, or Sign, of the Rampant Horse, situate in the Parish of
St Stephen's, in the City of Norwich, and make a full Discovery and
Disclosure of his Estate and Effects, when and where the Creditors are to
come prepared to prove their Debts, and at the second Sitting to choose
Assignees, and at the last Sitting the said Bankrupt is required to finish
his Examination, and the Creditors are to assent to, or dissent from, the
Allowance of his Certificate.--All Persons indebted to the said Bankrupt, or
that have any of his Effects, are not to pay or deliver the same but to whom
the Commissioners shall appoint, but give Notice to Mr Charles LAY, Jun.
Attorney at Law, in Norwich.
10th March 1781
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Clockwork.
Thomas and Robert RANSOME, Ironmongers, Stove Grate Makers, and Brass
Founders, near the Red Wall, Norwich, beg Leave to inform the Clock-makers
in general, that they may be constantly supplied at their Foundery [sic]
with Dial
Plates and Rings, Bells, and every Article of Clock-work, which they are
determined to sell on equal Terms with any House in London, or Birmingham.
Note: Lancashire Tools, fine Steel, Patent and Bath Stoves, improved Kitchen
Ranges, and every Article in the Ironmongery and Cutlery Business.
To the Gentlemen Millers in Norfolk.
This is to inform them, that they may be supplied with Cast Steel French
Bills, made by Richard GARRETT, of Woodbridge, Suffolk, at two Guineas a
Dozen, or Sixteen Pence per Pound, which Bills far exceed any other Sort
ever made use of; six of them will do more Work than two Dozen in common,
with less Waste and Time, and enable them to make their Wares much
neater.--Orders may be sent, and the Bill had any Wednesday Afternoon, or
Thursday Morning, by Mr Edward KEEBLE, the Woodbridge Carrier, at the
Wounded Hart, in the Market, Norwich, or at the Falcon in Beccles. The money
to be paid on the Delivery of the Bills.
A Privateer, to be Sold by Auction,
on Thursday next, the 15th Day of March, Instant, between the Hours of
Twelve and One o'Clock, at the Bear Inn, Yarmouth.
The French Privateer, called the TWO FRIENDS, (Prize to his Majesty's
Cutter MONKEY, James GLASFORD, Esq., Commander.) Burthen between Twenty and
Thirty Tons, with her Guns, Stores, etc as from Sea; she is a remarkable
good Sailer, and draws only Five Feet of Water. Note: Inventories may be had
by applying to Mr Robert WARMINGTON, or Messrs PEARTREE and SMITH,
Ship-brokers, Yarmouth.
17th March 1781
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Lime Burning Business at Quidenham and Harling, in Norfolk, March 7, 1781.
We whose Names are hereunder written, in consequence of the present high
Price of Coals, do hereby inform our Customers, and the Public, that we are
under the Necessity of advancing our Lime, therefore have agreed to sell at
Five Pence per Bushell, from Monday the 12th Instant, and in order to avoid
Complaints in future respecting our Skep Measure, are determined to sell by
no other than the Corn Bushell. M.G. GOOCH, Spicer SPARROW, John WRETHAM.
Whereas on or about the Second of this Instant March, 1781, a Man servant in
Husbandry, who called himself JOHN (Surname unknown,) lett himself to John
HALL, of Pinkney, farmer, to Michaelmas next, and on Sunday Evening, the
Eleventh, absconded from his said Service, broke open a Chest belonging to
Clement SMITH, Shepherd, and stole thereout two Bags, one green knitted, and
one yellow Canvas, containing Forty Pounds and upwards, also two new Shirts,
marked on the Side S.C.,also from the Page, Robert ALLEN, one buff-coloured
new Waistcoat, a new hat, Value about Four Shillings, and one Pair of
Buckles.--The said John said he lived his last Year's Service at Ormesby
near Yarmouth, is of a sallow Complexion, dark Eyes, black lank Hair, round
shouldered, and goes stooping, had on an old brown strait [indecipherable
word] coat, white Slop, blue Waistcoat, and Leather Breeches, appears to be
about Twenty-one Years of Age.
Note: If any Person can give Information of the above Offender, so that he
may be convicted and brought to Justice, shall receive Five Guineas Reward,
by applying to John HALL, Farmer, at Pinkney, aforesaid.
17th March 1781
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Late on Wednesday evening the news of the important conquest gained over our
perfidious foes the Dutch, in the West Indies, by those gallant officers
General VAUGHAN, and Sir Georges Brydges RODNEY, arrived in this city; --
the next morning was ushered in with ringing of bells, and firing of guns;
at twelve o'clock at noon, the regiment of light horse now quartered in this
city were drawn up in the market-place, and fired three excellent vollies
[sic];
in the evening a few houses were illuminated, but the inhabitants in general
not following the example, many of their windows were demolished by a number
of idle people assembled on the occasion.
Mr John PYE, Attorney at Walsingham, Norfolk, is appointed one of his
Majesty's Notary Publics.
The Dreadnought privateer, Capt. STEWARD, of Yarmouth, has taken, and
carried in there, the Sophia, [commanded by ] HOLSTROM, from Stockholm,
laden with pitch and tar.
On Thursday evening, from its not being known of any intention for
illuminations, many reputable inhabitants in the market, and its
neighbourhood, had their windows broken by a lawless set of people, who went
about calling out for lights; in consequence of which measures are now
taking to discover some of the parties concerned, in order to put the laws
strictly in execution, to prevent the like offences on any future occasion.
Tuesday was committed to the Castle by J. NELTHORPE, Esq., Thomas NURSE,
charged by --JOHNSON, common carrier, from Downham to Wisbeach, with
feloniously stealing from out of a stack a parcel containing two pair or
women's new stays.--The above NURSE is a deserter, and was tried at the
Summer Assizes held at Norwich Castle, for horse stealing.
Same day was committed to the Castle, by Edward PRATT, Esq., James
TOMPSON, one of the desperate gang who, with about thirteen others, entered
the dwelling house of Mr Thomas DIGGENS, of Rainham, innkeeper, on the 15th
of October, with the intent to murder him, having broke all the inner doors
in search of him, but not succeeding, they swore they would murder him the
first time they could happen of him, and with imprecations declared they
would have all the money in the house.---One hundred pounds was offered by
his Majesty for apprehending any of the gang.
A few days since Susanna JOY, of Great Melton, was committed to the
Wymondham bridewell, for one calendar month, for reeling false yarn, she
refusing to pay the penalty; Susannah PORTER, of Hackford, Elizabeth MARTIN,
of Barford, Hannah CHENERY, Sarah MILLS, and Ann CHIDDOCK, of Wilby, Amy
CHARD, of Stradbrook, Lettice MEEK and Elizabeth GARTIS, of Norton, Susanna
ROUNCE, of Haddiscoe, Sarah HOWES of Basham, Diana HARPER, of Raveningham,
Elizabeth AUSTIN, Mary CUNNINGHAM, and Mary HOWLETT, of Pulham St Mary, Ann
ADHAMS, of Reddenhall, Ann PYE and Mary FULCHER, of Stratton Strawless, were
severally convicted of reeling, or causing to be reeled, false or short
yarn, and paid the penalty according to act of parliament.
17th March 1781
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First or Western Regiment of Norfolk Militia.
This is to give Notice, that there are upwards of One Hundred Militia-men
belonging to the said Regiment whose Times of Service are nearly expired,
and who have engaged to serve again as Substitutes, such Men therefore as
are chosen by Ballot, and do not serve for themselves, are desired to pay
the Money for a Substitute to Roger KERRISON, Esq., Banker, in Norwich.---By
order of ORFORD, Colonel of the Said Regiment. Edward HARCOURT, Clerk of the
General Norfolk Militia Meetings.
To be Sold, all that Messuage and Baking Office, with a Granary and Stable,
and a large Orchard walled in thereto adjoining, in the Use of William
BOYCE, Baker, and a Malthouse, and two Tenements adjoining. And also a
Butcher's Shop near thereto, in the Use of James ISAACS. And also a
Messuage, with a Stable, Garden and Yard adjoining, in the Use of John BECK,
Surgeon. And also Three Pightles of Land, walled in, near the said Premises,
containing about Three Acres and an half, now in the Use of Jonathan NOBBS.
The above Premises are situate in Cley, next the Sea, in Norfolk, and are
Copyhold of the Manor of Cley, next the Sea, where the Fine upon Admission
is arbitrary. For Price and further Particulars, apply to Mr STOKES,
Attorney, at Fakenham. N.B. Mr SIMPSON, Cordwainer, of Cley, will shew the
Premises.
17th March 1781
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Poet's Corner. For the Norfolk Chronicle.
To the Memory of Lieutenant John MONEY, Aid-de-Camp to Lord CORNWALLIS, who
at the age of 24 was killed at the head of a detachment of the 63d regiment,
engaged against superior numbers at Black Stocks in South Carolina, on the
attack and defeat of Mr SUMPTER, an American General, Nov. 9, 1780.
Fresh bloom the laurel by thy sword acquir'd,
Brave, gallant Youth! with love of glory fir'd!
For thee CORNWALLIS weeps, tho' on his brow
Fair Vict'ry smiles, and tears in conquest flow.
O early lost! who envies not thy fame,
And Death, that gives to thee a deathless name?
Thy hardy vet'rans, oft' in danger tried,
Point pensive to the field where Money died.
Where, as he saw thee bleeding on the ground,
The rapid Tarleton paus'd, and clos'd thy wound.
Tremble, Britannia's foes! let the proud Gaul,
And prouder Spaniard, dread a mighty fall,
So young in arms when Britons vengeance pour,
And finish'd Heroes die at twenty-four.
The whole Man from his Birth is a Disease.
Nervous Disorders, Lowness and Depression of Spirits from Ebriosity, or
otherwise, Palpitations of the Heart, Giddiness in the Head, horrid
Thoughts, Startings in the Sleep, Dimness of Sight, Pains in the Back and
Head, trembling of the Hands, Decay of Nature, Barrenness, and debilitated
Cases effectually cured by Freeman's Grand Restorer of Human Nature,
Commonly called Forthergil's Chymical Nervous Drops.
Even those of either Sex, who through Ignorance have polluted themselves
by a secret Venery, and brought on Gleets and Seminal Weaknesses, may have
their Constitutions strengthened by a proper Use of this Remedy, which
Hundreds, both old and young, who were emaciated, can testify.
It may be had in Bottles of Half a Guinea, Seven Shillings, and Three
Shillings and Sixpence each, at the Author's House, No.1, New Buildings,
Middle Row, Holborn, London, and Mr BOOTH, Bookseller, in the Market-place,
Norwich.
24th March 1781
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Yarmouth, 22 March 1781
To be Sold by Auction,
At the Duke's Head, on the Quay, on Friday the Sixth Day of April next,
The good Dutch Ship, or Vessel, JONGE JEAN, now lying in Yarmouth,
exceedingly well found, Prize to the HUNTER Cutter Letter of Marque,
John FISHER, Commander, Burthen Three Hundred Tons, more or less, is well
calculated for the East Country, or Norway Trade, and an easy Draught of
Water. The Vessel may be viewed any Day before the Sale.-- Inventories, and
further Particulars, may be had by applying to Messrs William FISHER and
Sons, Yarmouth.
To be sold by Auction, by James BIRD,
At the Dwelling-house and Farm of Mr Francis HICKS, at Breckles, near
Watton,
in Norfolk, on Tuesday, the twenty-seventh Day of March, Instant, and the
Five following Days, (Sundays excepted)
All the Farming Stock, Husbandry Utensils, Household Furniture, and Effects
of the said Francis HICKS, consisting of a Dairy of Cows, several
cart-horses, a Five Year old Hunter, several good Road Horses, Colts,
Fillies, Sheep, Hogs, Waggons, Carts, Ploughs, and Harrows, large Iron Roll,
and other Implements of Husbandry, two Post-chaises and Harness, Four-post
Mahogany and other Bedsteads, with Damask Chintz, Check, Worsted, and other
Hangings, fine Goose Feather-beds and Mattresses [sic], double and single
Chest of Drawers, Jamb Glasses, in gilt and carved Frames, square, oval
Mahogany, Dining, and other Tables, Plate, China, Linen, Books, Mahogany
Bureau and Bookcase, Wilton and Other Carpets, Mahogany Chairs, with Horse
Hair and Worsted Damask Seats, a very good Eight-day Clock, Festoon and
other Window Curtains, three Dozen of Ivory Handle Knives and Forks, Dairy
and Brewing Utensils, etc, etc-The Whole to be viewed on Monday before the
Sale, and each Day's Sale will begin at Ten o'Clock in the Morning.
Note: Catalogues to be had at the George, at Watton, the White Hart, at
Hingham, the Swan, at East Harling, the Bell, at Thetford, the Crown, at
Swaffham, the Crown, at Stoke, and the Place of Sale.
24th March 1781
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Monday ended the Assizes for the county of Norfolk, before Alexander Lord
LOUGHBOROUGH, when the seven following persons were capitally convicted,
viz. John EWSTON alias HEWSTON, William SKIPPER, William SMITH, and Michael
MOORE, for divers highway robberies. Robert ANDREWS, for stealing in a
dwelling-house, the sum of 33 pounds 12 shillings. Thomas HUDSON for
stealing, and James THOMPSON, for burglariously entering the house of Mr
Thomas DIGGINS, inn-keeper, at Rainham, with divers others, with intent to
murder the said Mr DIGGINS, and demanding what money was in the house. The
first four are ordered for execution. ANDREWS and HUDSON were reprieved.
James THOMPSON's judgment was respited for the opinion of the Judges.
At Cambridge assizes, only one prisoner, William WHEELER,w as tried for
horse stealing, and acquitted.
At Huntingdon assizes, Michael CAIN, otherwise HINTON, was convicted of
grand larceny, and ordered to the Thames for three years; Mary BURDETT, for
Grand Larceny, fined 1 shilling and committed to the house of correction for
12 months.
Last night another attempt was made by the four highwaymen, under
sentence of death, to break out of the cell.-EWSTON had got off a strong
yoke, and although chained to the floor got off the rein chain, and was a
considerable way under ground.-A strong guard will be kept night and day.
This is the third attempt they have made.
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Last week died at Harleston, in the 54th year of his age Mr John WHITING,
a considerable grocer at that place. He was a man of very fair character and
much respected by his friends and acquaintance.
On Wednesday se'nnight died, in the 81st year of his age, Mr Thomas
SWIFT, of Sporle, in the County of Norfolk, after a long affliction, which
he bore with Christian fortitude. He was a sincere and disinterested friend,
his heart was open to assist the distressed, a benevolent benefactor, and a
truly honest man. His loss is regretted by all who had the pleasure of
knowing him.
Chelmsford, March 23. Philip EYRES, alias JONES, George BARRINGTON, and
William ELLIS, for the robbery at Dr MILLER's, are to be executed here this
day.---We are authorised to inform the public, that they acknowledge
themselves guilty of the fact for which they are to suffer, though they did
not intentionally but accidentally wound Dr MILLER, in consequence of the
resistance made by him on their entering his room; they declare GARLAND was
not with them when they committed the robbery, but was lame at the
time. ---William BUCKLE, for a highway robbery near Colchester, is respited
till this day se'nnight.
Ipswich, March 21. Tuesday died at Eye, much lamented by all his family,
relations, and acquaintance, Mr William Blakely, formerly of this town
[Ipswich], coachmaker.
March 21, 1781.
Whereas my Husband, Robert MITCHELL, in St Laurence Parish, Norwich, and
late of Brook, in the County of Norfolk, Carpenter, did absent himself on
the Twelfth of January last, leaving me without the least Subsistence, and
at the same Time, in the Public Papers, forewarning all Persons not to trust
me, adding we were parted according to my Desire and Request. At first, I
thought his Advertisement not worth my Notice, as it abounded with
Falsehood; but though I have not heard from him since his Absence, I have
Reasons to fear he means to come again, which I would be glad to prevent for
the Safety of my Friends, who have kept me out of the Industry House, and I
am fearful he will encrease [sic] my Distress. I hope, by the Assistance of
my Friends, and the Continuation of my Health, and the small Pittance of
Twelve Pounds a Year, out of my former Husband's Estate, I shall convince
the World I can live better without him than with him, as he never allowed
me sufficient to support my Family with Victuals, although possessed of my
Children's Estate, which is Sixty-five Pounds, Ten Shillings, a Year.-My
Brother, who is now Guardian for my Children, in Order t get the Possession
out of his Hands, ordered him a Hundred and Fifty Pounds, which soon as he
received he went off, leaving me a Year and Half's Rent to pay where I now
live, also the Children's Schooling etc, all of which he knew would greatly
distress me. Witness my Hand, Ann MITCHELL.
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Norwich.
To all Lovers of Manly Exercise.
Notice is hereby given that the First Meeting of the Cricket Society will be
held at BACK's Bowling Green, at Seven o'Clock in the Evening, on Monday the
26th of this Instant, where it is hoped all Gentlemen fond of such Diversion
will either meet, or send their Names to the abovementioned Place, in Order
to compleat [sic] the Society.
John DURRANT, Cabinet and Chair Maker, East Dereham, returns his sincere
Thanks to his Friends for their past Favours, and as he is going to leave
the Town, to retire to another Business, he intends selling off at prime
Cost, or any Person who is inclined to take the Stock and Trade shall have
it on reasonable Terms, and enter on it immediately, if required. Note:
Letters, Post-paid, duly answered.
24th March 1781
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Absolutely necessary for every Merchant and Trader in this Kingdom.
This Day is published, Price only 6 pence. Addressed to the Society of
Guardians for the Protection of Trade against Swindlers, etc.
An Authentic List of the Several Persons (not only in the Cities of London
and Westminster, but also in the several Counties in England and Scotland)
who have surrendered themselves, in consequence of the late Act, into the
Custody of the Marshall of the King's Bench Prison, between the 7th June,
1780, and the 31st January, 1781.
There is not a County, and but very few Cities and Market-towns in this
Kingdom, which have not the Names of some of its Inhabitants inserted in
this List.
London: Printed for, and sold by T. BREWMAN, No.1, facing the Obelisk,
the Top of Fleet-market.
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A correspondent informs us, that there is not the least probability of a
[military] camp being formed in Norfolk, and recommends an association on
the coast for the protection of the farmer, and each parish weekly to meet,
after church, to have their servants taught to fire with ball at a mark, the
only exercise necessary for the sort of service that may be required of
them. Alarm posts should be fixed on, and places appointed for rendezvous,
in case a landing should be attempted from privateers, etc.
Monday night some French, and other prisoners who were charged with
piracy, that were double-ironed, made an attempt to break out of Yarmouth
gaol; they had got off their irons, made a breach, and were upon the prison
roof when discovered, where the militia fired several times at them, but
happily without any of them being materially hurt. They were soon
overpowered, and are now properly secured.
Saturday last Thomas LEE was committed to the Castle, for further
examination, charged with stealing some cartchains, etc.
A few days since Frances RUMSBY, Susanna GAY, Mary BRITTON, Esther
WIGHBYT, Elizabeth HARE, and Sarah BALE, of Wymondham; Jane SKIPPER, of
Mattishall; Mary DEAN, and Mary THOMPSON, of Brandon, in Suffolk; Christian
WILLIAM, of Briston; Elizabeth HARLING, of Berney; Sarah NOBBS, and Rachel
MAGNESS, of Gunthorpe; Mary BREESE and Elizabeth BALDWIN, of Cawston; Mary
SAVAGE, and Mary GREEN, of Yarmouth; Penelope MACE, of Catfield; Susanna
CONYARD, of Sutton; and Elizabeth PLATTEN, of Aylsham, were severally
convicted of reeling false or short yarn, and paid the penalty according to
act of Parliament.
Last Sunday night some person or persons cut away part of a shutter
belonging to the shop of Mr NORTON, in the Market Row, Yarmouth, and stole
thereout plated buckles, knives and forks, etc, to the amount of 61 pounds.
Monday, as Mr LEE, mason, of St Stephen's accompanied by one of his men,
was going up a ladder at a house repairing in the Market-place, the scaffold
broke down, when they both fell to the ground. Mr LEE pitched on his head,
by which he was so much bruised that his recovery is doubtful; the other was
also very much bruised.
Saturday, Mr BARKER, farmer, at Barford, had his thigh broke in three
places in endeavouring to stop an unruly horse that was running away with a
cart.
On Thursday last Mr William NORFOR, [might be NORSOR, as the letter 'f'
is used for both 'f' and 's' in the paper], ropemaker, in Yarmouth, was
married to Miss HARMAN, daughter of Mr Joseph HARMAN, merchant, in
Lowestoft.
On Tuesday last died Miss DAVY, eldest daughter of Mr DAVY, watch-maker,
in this city.
On Thursday last died Mr Robert MAIDSTONE, haberdasher, in this city.
Same day died Mrs BILBY, wife of Mr Peter BILBY, of St Peter's per
Mountgate.
Tuesday last died Mr SIMPSON, collar-maker, in the Haymarket.
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P.2, column 4
On Friday died Mrs CHAPMAN, relict of Mr CHAPMAN, grocer in St Andrew's,
and mother of Mr CHAPMAN, upholder, in this city.
On Sunday died Mr ROBINSON, surgeon, at Watton, in Norfolk, and formerly
of this city.
Last week died at Wisbeach, Mr Richard HUTCHESSON, many years town clerk
of that corporation.
Chelmsford, March 24. Yesterday afternoon, about two o'clock, were executed
at the Three Wont-way [anybody know what this is/was ?], on the London road,
near Lady MILDMAY's park, Phillip EYRES, George BARRINGTON, and William
ELLIS, for house-breaking, and unhumanly cutting and maiming Dr. MILLER, and
Mrs Lydia GIBSON, on Epping Forest. They appeared very penitent and devout,
acknowledged the justice of their sentence, but avowed in their last
moments, that GARLAND, their supposed accomplice who was reprieved, was
innocent of this offence; solemnly declaring at the same time, that the
wounding of the prosecutors was merely accidental. Two days preceding their
execution, they confessed the committing of nearly fifty robberies in
different houses and places in and about the metropolis, from some of which
they had shared eleven hundred pounds at a time. They each of them entreated
the spectators, who were uncommonly numerous, to take warning by their
unhappy fate, particularly ELLIS, who affected them much by his pathetic
exhortations. After they had hung the usual time, their bodies were cut down
and carried (by a hearse and four) to town, to be interred at the expense of
their friends.
Ipswich, March 29. On Saturday last died Mr John PHILDY, of the
Coffee-house, in the Butter Market in this town.
On Friday last an inquest was taken by R. WOOD, Gent., at Marlesford, on
the body of Richard COOPER, who hanged himself with a bed-line, in an
out-house; the jury brought in their verdict: Lunacy.
31st March 1781
P.3, column 1
Buggs effectually Destroyed by James TAGG, Upholder, in the Lobster-Lane,
Norwich, who begs Leave to inform the Public in general, that he has an
infallible Mixture that entirely eradicates those nauseous Vermin which have
much increased lately in this City. The Mixture used is of no hurt to the
most elegant Furniture, nor is it offensive to the Smell; the Creature is no
sooner touched with it but it instantly receives its Death. It destroys the
Nits likewise, that when any Part infected is done with this Mixture, it
receives an effectual Cure.--He eradicates them out of Ships Keels, Rooms,
Bedsteads, and Furniture, without damaging the same, as many can testify.
Hospitals, Workhouses, and Houses of Industry, kept clear by the Year, on
reasonable Terms. N.B. Upholster Work performed in all its Branches.
7th April 1781
P.2, column 3
Sunday a respite, during his Majesty's pleasure, was brought by express from
the office of Lord HILLSBOROUGH, on of his Majesty's principal Secretaries
of State, for John EWSTON under sentence of death in the Castle. SMITH,
MOORE, and SKIPPER, will be executed this day.
On Thursday last an inquisition was taken before Thomas MARKS, Gent. on view
of the body of Francis PARKERSON, a young woman aged about 21 years, who
imprudently drank two half pints of rum the preceding day, at the house of
Mrs HILTON, in St Andrew's, by her desire, though it has been injuriously
reported, that she was urged to it by a promise of reward.--The Jury's
verdict was, that she died of excessive drinking.
On Saturday last died, in the 19th year of her age, Mrs Phillis Chailloue
THOMPSON, wife of Mr Stackhouse THOMPSON, jun. of this city.
[Yarmouth.] Tuesday last died the wife of Mr Edward CRABTREE, ship-builder.
[Yarmouth.]On Monday last died Mr Samuel STEELE, pier-master.
7th April 1781
P.2, column 4
To be Lett or Sold,
A Very Eligible Freehold Estate in Stokesby, in the County of Norfolk,
consisting of a Sashed Dwelling House, containing two Parlours, a Hall,
Study and Kitchens, on the first Floor, and five exceeding good Chambers on
the second, together with a Wash-house, Stable, and other convenient
Outhouses, and a Garden, walled in.--Also a Malthouse adjoining to the
Presmisses [sic], with a thirty Comb Steep, a Mill house, large Granary, and
very convenient Store Rooms.--Also a Marsh, containing by Estimation Eight
Acres (more or less).
N.B. The above Premisses [sic] may be entered on immediately.
Also to be sold with the above Premisses [sic], or separate if required,
a Piece of Garden Ground, containing Two Acres (more or less) in the
Occupation of John CLARK. --And also, two Brick-built tenements,adjoining to
the same, in the Occupation of the Widow CLARK and Robert HALES.
These Premisses [sic] all lie near the Navigable River to Yarmouth, and
distant from that place only 9 Miles, either by Land or Water, and 2 Miles
from Acle.
For further Particulars apply to Mr Henry SMITH, or Mr Chapman IVES, both
of Coltishall, or Mr Gamaliel RANSOME, of Wymondham.
7th April 1781
P.3, column 1
William HOLMES, Taylor, in St Giles's Broad Street, begs Leave to inform his
Friends, and the Public in general, that he has received the Fashions of
Dress for the Spring Trade from London. Gentlemen on making Trial will find
their Cloaths [sic] made in the most fashionable Manner, with Diligence and
Dispatch. Returns his sincere Thanks for the many Favours conferred on him,
and being determined to do Business on the most reasonable Terms, submits
the following reduced Prices to their Consideration:--Super Cloth made at 12
shillings per Suit; Ditto Livery at 11 shillings. Ditto Fustian at 10
shillings 6 pence and every Article in Proportion will be reduced from the
usual Prices by above Ten per Cent for Ready Money only, by their obedient
humble Servant, WM. HOLMES.
Mary TITTER returns her most sincere Thanks to the Friends and Customers of
her late Husband, Mr Timothy TITTER, Distiller, Grocer, and Tallow Chandler,
near St Margaret's Plain, Norwich, and begs a Continuance of their Favours
for herself and Family, and they may depend on her utmost Endeavours to
serve them with every Article in the above Business of the best Quality,
and on the most reasonable Terms.---All Persons who stood indebted to the
said T. TITTER at the Time of his Decease, are desired to pay the same to
the above Mary TITTER, Mr William UTTEN, Attorney, in the Lower Close, or to
Mr Thomas RIX, Shoe, Patten, and Heel-maker, who is removed from his old
Shop into St Andrew's Middle-street, facing the Cockey lane, and all Persons
who have any Demands on the Estate and Effects of the said T. TITTER are
desired to bring their Accounts as above, that they may be fully discharged.
Norwich, April 5, 1781.
Thomas MARSHALL, Coal-dealer, near Conisford Gate, begs Leave to inform his
Friends and the Public in general, that he sells Coals, Marl, Chalk etc on
as good Terms as elsewhere.
Horses and cows will be taken to feed on Old May day, at the usual
Prices.
To be Lett, or Sold, a large new-erected boarded House, with a tiled
Roof, forty Feet long, twenty-four wide, suitable for many Purposes,
standing near the River, and Gates abovesaid.
N.B. The Lime-burning Business is stopped, in consequence of the Price of
Coals and a slow sale for the Lime. All Persons indebted for Lime, are
desired to discharge the same, or they will be put to Trouble, by Their
humble Servant,
Thomas MARSHALL.
Hundreds of Mitford and Launditch, in the County of Norfolk,
Wanted at Midsummer next, a Surgeon and Apothecary for the Hundred of
Mitford consisting of eighteen Parishes, and another for the Hundred of
Launditch, consisting of thirty-three Parishes, to attend upon the Poor
therein, Midwifery included. All Fractures happening within the said
Hundreds to be removed to the House of Industry at Gressenhall, and to be
under the Care of the Surgeon of the said House, or to remain where the same
shall happen, under the Care of the Surgeons of such Place, at the
Discretion of the Guardians of the Poor.---Gentlemen willing to undertake
this Business, are desired to signify the same, with their Proposals, to Mr
John CRISP, of East Dereham, on or before the 10th day of June next.
Also wanted immediately, a Single Man at the said House of Industry, as a
Miller and Baker.
A Game Cock.
Stolen, on Saturday Night, the 24th of last March, from Mr John KNIGHT's,
Windmill, in Attleburgh, Norfolk, a black Breasted Duck-winged Cock, with
white Legs, marked on one or both Norrels, three Years old, weighs upwards
of five Pounds. Whoever will give Information of the said Cock, so that the
Offender may be brought to Justice, shall, by applying to Charles HAWKSLY,
at the Cock, in Attleburgh, be well rewarded for their Trouble, and all paid
all Expences [sic], etc.
7th April 1781
P.3, column 2
Norfolk.
Launditch, Mitford, and Forehoe.
The Inhabitants of the said Hundreds, who pay to the Poor Rates There, are
requested to meet at the George Inn, at East Dereham, in Norfolk, on
Tuesday, the tenth of this instant, April, 1781, precisely at three o'Clock
in the Afternoon, to consider of the best legal Way of opposing the present
oppressive Mode of ballotting [sic] or apprenticing the poor Children of the
said
Houses of Industry, to the said Inhabitants, before such Children are fit to
be put out, and to Persons not fit to receive them, and on other important
Matters.
7th April 1781
P.3, column 3
For Elsignore [sic] and St Petersburgh, with Convoy.
The ship BETSY, Captain Robert LANCASTER, now lying at Yarmouth Quay, is
ready to take in Goods or Passengers, and will absolutely sail with the
first convoy.---The Commander to be spoke with at his House in King Street,
Yarmouth.
To be Sold by Auction,
At the Ostrich, in Tittleshall, on Wednesday the Eighteenth Day of April,
inst. between the Hours of two and Four in the Afternoon.
All that new-built Messuage, now divided into two Tenements or Dwellings,
late in the Occupation of William MATSELL, Cordwainer, deceased, and Robert
FOULGER, with a Shoemaker's Shop, Stable, Shed, and Piece of Garden Ground,
thereto belonging and adjoining, situate in Tittleshall aforesaid; the
whole worth, to be Lett [sic], at about Seven Guineas per Ann.
The Premisses [sic] are Copyhold, and held of the Manor of Newhall, in
Tittleshall, and pay an annual Quit Rent of Three-pence, Fine certain
Sixpence.
The situation of this Estate is exceedingly well calculated for a
Shoemaker, there not being one within several Miles, and from the very
extensive Business carried on there by the late William MATSELL, it promises
fair for an active Man in that branch of Business to meet with very great
Success.
For further Particulars apply to Mr FOX, or Mr ADAMS, of Tittleshall,
aforesaid, who will shew the Premisses [sic], or to Mr Benjamin KITMER,
Attorney at Law, Walsingham.
Also at the same Time and Place will be Sold by Auction, all the
Household Furniture, late of the said William MATSELL.
All Persons who stand indebted to the said William MATSELL, are requested
forthwith to pay the same to his Executor, the said Mr FOX, and Mr ADAMS, or
they will be sued without further Notice.
14th April 1781
P.2, column 2
On Friday last at a corporation assembly, held at Yarmouth, Mr Christopher
SAYERS was appointed Pier-Master.
A letter from Yarmouth, dated April 12, says, "Last Tuesday fifteen
prisoners were landed and brought to our gaol from the Liberty cutter,
Lieut. BARKLEY, commander, being part of the crew of a small privateer
belonging to Dunkirk, called the Flying Buck, one PAINE, commander, which
was driven on shore by the Liberty near Southwold, on Monday last; they had
taken only one vessel, which they manned and sent for France. The crew
consisted of 25 men, and all Englishmen except three. PAINE was some few
years since master of a ship from this port; he was very roughly handled by
the populace."
At a time when we are engaged in an expensive war with our combined
enemies, and every nerve should be strained for the protection and safety of
our commerce, it is truly alarming to hear of the different depredations
committed on the property of the mercantile part of the kingdom, by our own
countrymen!
14th April 1781
P.2, column 3
On Saturday last, William SKIPPER, William FLETCHER, alias SMITH, and
Michael MOORE, were executed on the Castle hill pursuant to their sentence;
in the morning they received the sacraments, acknowledged the justice of
their sentence, and seemed fully sensible of their approaching fate; when
they arrived at the fatal tree, SKIPPER addressed the populace for a
considerable time, exhorting them to tread in the path of honesty, and
thereby shun those vices which had brought him to such an untimely end;
after which they prayed very fervently for a few minutes, and were launched
into eternity. SKIPPER was a rather handsome young fellow, aged 23;
FLETCHER, 19, and MOORE only 17 years.
During the time of the above execution, the house of Mr George WARD,
butcher, in Ber [?smudged and hard to read] Street, was broken into in the
absence of the family, and a quantity of plate, linen, and wearing apparel,
stolen there-out, to the amount of nearly 20 pounds.
On Thursday died Mr Thomas IVES, who served the office of sheriff for this
city in 1770.
Last Saturday se'nnight died, in the 57th year of his age, Mr Marsham PIGGE,
of Egmere, in this county, after a long and painful illness, which he bore
with great fortitude. He was a man beloved and revered by all who had the
pleasure of knowing him; an affectionate husband, a tender parent and a most
warm, generous, and steady friend. He has left a widow and seven children to
bewail the loss of so dear and amiable a relation, and a numerous set of
acquaintance, whose sighs evince the chasm which is made by the event.
14th April 1781
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Norwich, April 13, 1781.
Whereas John Baldeston GRAY, Apprentice to Mr William COOK, of the City of
Norwich, Peruke-maker and Hair-dresser, left his said Master's service on
Sunday the first Day of this instant, April. This is therefore to warn all
Persons against harbouring or employing the said J.B. GRAY, as they will be
proceeded against as the Law directs.
Launditch and Mitford, April 10.
At a Meeting this Day held at the George Inn, in East Dereham, it was agreed
to oppose the present Method of putting out the Poor Children from the said
House of Industry, and placing them by Force with the Inhabitants of the
said Hundreds, who amply pay for their Support besides. It was also agreed,
to try whether the said Corporation are not to pay for the Maintenance of
Militia Men's Wives and Children. Inhabitants of the said Hundreds,who did
not attend this
Meeting, are requested to consult with each other at their next Easter Town
Meetings, how far they intend to join these important Matters, and give
their Answers at the said Inn, on Friday the 20th instant, at Three o'Clock,
Afternoon, when another Meeting will be held.
21st April 1781
P.1, column 4
Swaffham Workhouse.
It having been agreed, in Vestry, by the inhabitants of Swaffham, in the
County of Norfolk, to Farm out the Poor and Workhouse of the said Parish for
the year ensuing, all Persons willing to undertake the same, are desired to
send their Proposals to the Churchwardens of Swaffham immediately; and at
eleven o'Clock on Monday, the 30th of April, a Committee will meet at the
Workhouse to treat with such Persons, and to give an Answer to their
Proposals.
No Proposals will be attended to, unless they come from Married Men
without Families, who can bring good Recommendations, and are engaged in
some Occupation that will employ the Poor.
21st April 1781
P.2, column 2
Admiralty Office, April 17, 1781.
Extract of a letter from Capt. BERKELEY, Commander of the Liberty cutter, to
Mr STEPHENS, dated Yarmouth Roads, April 14, 1781.
"I beg you will be pleased to inform my Lords Commissioners of the
Admiralty, that on the 12th inst. at half past four P.M. being on a cruize
[sic], Lowestoffe [sic] bearing N.W. two leagues, I saw a cutter, to whom I
gave chace [sic], and at half past ten o'clock, being within hail, I fired
two broadsides, which totally disabled her. She proves to be the Ferrett
privateer, of Dunkirk, commanded by Francois Reni GRANGE, mounting twelve
guns, and sixteen swivels, most of which he had thrown overboard during the
chace, and manned with forty-four men."
21st April 1781
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On Wednesday the 11th instant, Eleanor ECKLESTONE, servant to a farmer at
Loddon, in this county, delivered herself in a cow house of two children,
which she afterwards inhumanly murdered by putting them in a copper.--She is
properly taken care of preparatory to her commitment to prison for trial
when her health is restored.--The jury brought in their verdict, Wilful
Murder against the said Eleanor ECKLESTONE.
On Wednesday an inquisition was taken at Panxworth, in this county, on the
body of Ann STROWGER, who fell into the fire in a fit, a few days ago, and
was unfortunately burnt to death.--The jury brought in their verdict
Accidental Death.
Last Tuesday was married Robert MARSHAM, Esq., only son of Robert MARSHAM,
Esq., of Stratton Strawless, to Miss HASE, second daughter of Edward HASE,
Esq.
On Tuesday morning died, aged 79, Edward HOPSON, Esq., of whom it may be
said, without any vain parage of character, that he possessed in no mean
degree those qualities and accomplishments which render man in social or
domestic life respectable and amiable. He was, in one word, a gentleman, a
scholar, and a genuine Christian.
On Tuesday last died, in the 67th year of her age, Mrs POWELL, wife of Mr
William POWELL, woolcomber, and one of the Common-council for the Northern
Ward, of this city.
Died.
A few days since Mrs WOODROW, of this city.--On Monday, Mrs POSTLE, a
widow lady. Lately, at Saham Tony, in Norfolk, Mr SHUCKFORTH, of that place.
21st April 1781
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Deserted from Captain CAMPBELL's Independent Company of Foot, William
WRIGHT, Cordwainer, about Five feet three Inches high, dark Complexion, grey
Eyes, brown Hair tied behind; had on when he deserted a dark-blue Coat,
Leather Breeches and formerly belonging to the Parish of Dereham, in the
County, but lived at St Peter's per Mountergate, in this City, at the Time
he enlisted. Whoever apprehends the above Deserter, and secures him in any
of his Majesty's Gaols in this Kingdom, shall receive a Reward of Five
Guineas, over and above his Majesty's Bounty, from me, Smollet CAMPBELL,
Captain of the Independents.
28th April 1781
P.2, column 3
Thursday ended the sessions for the county of Norfolk, when John PIKE was
tried for stealing a watch, and delivered over to the press gang, in order
to be sent on board a man of war; Mary NEWMAN, for petty larceny, to be
privately whipped, and discharged; Thomas LEE, for felony, to be committed
to the Castle for one month; James PEGG, for a violent assault committed on
servant of Lord WALPOLE, to be committed to the Castle for nine months, and
to find two sureties, in 20 pounds each, for his good behaviour for two
years; Benjamin MONEY, for destreying a will [not sure if this is a typo for
'destroying' or a legal term!], committed to the Castle for six months, and
find two sureties for his future good behaviour; John KERRISON, for an
assault, to be committed to the Castle for six months, and pay a fine of ten
pounds; and Joseph REEVE, for an assault, to be committed to the Castle for
six months, and to find sureties for his good behaviour.--Several other
offences were dealt with according to law.
28th April 1781
P.3, column 2
Cyder and Perry.
BEART's Herefordshire Cyder, in Barrels, Hogsheads, and Puncheons, to be
sold at his Warehouse at the Bridge-foot, Yarmouth, or at his Warehouse,
in Gorleston; he has a few Casks of the fine squash Perry. Those who choose
to send their own Casks may have them filled on the shortest Notice, if
above ten Gallons, and to those whom it may be more convenient, may have any
Quantity from his Warehouse in London.
To be Disposed of at Gorleston, an under-hand Malt Mill, in very good
Condition, the Wheel eight Feet diameter, going Geers [sic] as good as new.
Enquire of Mr BEART, as above.
To the Public.
The Masters and Owners of the London Traders beg Leave thus to lay before
their Friends the following Observations, which (they humbly flatter
themselves) candidly considered, will in a great Measure remove the
ill-grounded Apprehensions which, at this Time, so generally prevail for the
Safety of Goods, by Sea, from London to Yarmouth.
Four Ships of War are appointed to sail, alternately, every 48 Hours, as
Convoy for the Coasting Trade from the Nore to Yarmouth Roads; and in
Addition to this Security, in Consequence of some Captures off Lowestoft,
the Liberty and Monkey cutters are now stationed there, and at Orfordness,
and are, we trust, truly productive of Protection and Security.
Any Persons acquainted with the Track we sail in, will readily allow the
Advantages of national Security, so peculiar to our Passage; he will readily
see the Protection afforded us, Leagues along Shore, by the many Ships of
War continually cruizing [sic] at the Nore. He will allow, that the Port of
Harwich never obstructed, but at all Times open, and affording an easy
Entrance, renders us a secure Asylum, as well by its Strength of
Fortification, as by the Protection of Ships of Force continually going out
and entering. Our greatest, nay, our only Danger, will be seen to lie about
the Nesses, a Length of 30 Miles only, and this, we flatter ourselves, may
be said no longer to subsist, when the Appointment of the Liberty and Monkey
cutters to that station, and the late fruitless Attempts of some Privateers,
(every one of which has fallen so easy a Prey to the watchful Care of the
Captain of the Liberty) are considered.
To invalidate yet further these erroneous Notions, we beg Leave to offer
the following Remarks:--That in the late long War not one London Trader was
taken by the Enemy, nor one during the present War, and we verily believe
not more than six Vessels have in our Track been captured. If, therefore, in
the Course of the three Years not more than six have been taken out of
20,000, which it may be allowed do annually sail within the Track, how
exaggerated the present Alarm must prove to the real Risque [sic], when it
stands contested, that no more than one to 10,000 have fallen into the Hands
of the Enemy.
Far from attempting to draw our Friends into Insecurity by Deception, and
desirous only by this imperfect, yet plain and artless Narration, to remove
those Apprehensions so disturbing to their Peace and Ease, and injurious to
their Interests, we beg Leave to subscribe ourselves,
Their grateful and obedient humble Servants, The London Traders.
28th April 1781
P.3, column 3
Yarmouth, April 26, 1781.
To be Sold by Auction,
on Friday, the fourth Day of May next, at twelve o'Clock, at the House of
Peter NELSON, known by the Sign of the White Lion, in Yarmouth aforesaid,
the French Privateer, Called the Flea, Of between twenty and thirty Tons
Burthen, taken by his Majesty's cutter Liberty, Lieut. BERKELEY, in Company
with the Aldernay Sloop and Hunter Cutter of Yarmouth. She is a prime
Sailer, and in good Condition. And immediately after will be sold, two
carriage Guns, four pounders, some Blunderbusses, Musquets [sic], Pistols,
Ammunition, and other warlike Stores, belonging to the said Privateer.
Note: The Vessel, with her Materials, etc, may be viewed, by applying to Mr
Robert WARMINGTON, Merchant, in Yarmouth.
To be Sold by Auction,
At the Standard Inn, at Wells, in Norfolk, on Saturday, the 26th Day of May,
1781, between the Hours of Two and Four in the Afternoon of the same Day,
unless sooner disposed of by Private Contract, of which timely Notice will
be given in this Paper,
All that aforesaid capital Inn, with a large Garden, walled in, and well
planted with Fruit Trees, good Stables, Chaise-Houses, Store-Room, and
Brewing Office, together with a large Coalhouse and two Shops, now in the
Occupation of Mr Philip BACHELOR, and others, at the yearly Rent of
Thirty-three Pounds fifteen Shillings. --Also, two Tenements, at Tinker's
Corner, in Wells aforesaid, in the Occupation of Mr Thomas ABBOTT, and
another, at the yearly Rent of Seven Pounds Ten Shillings.
The Premisses [sic] are all Freehold, in very good Repair, and moderately
affected to the Land Tax.
For further Particulars enquire of Mr STOKES, Attorney at Fakenham, or of
Mr PYE, Attorney, at Walsingham.
A Norfolk Estate, To be Sold by Auction,
Unless sooner disposed of by Private Contract, on Monday the 30th Day of
April, instant, at three o'Clock in the Afternoon, at the Coffee-house in
King's Lynn, under such Conditions as will be then and are produced;
A Freehold Estate, consisting of a Capital Messuage, Barns, Stables,
Dove-coat, and other Conveniences, with Right of Common on the Smeth, and
300 Acres, more or less, of Rich, Arable, and Pasture Land, all in
Clenchwarton (in Marshland) in Norfolk, within two Miles of King's Lynn,
where there is every Tuesday a capital Corn Market, and now in the Tenure of
Mr Richard STANTON, or his Under-tenants, from Year to Year only, at the
yearly Rent of 260 pounds.
Note: The House is excellent, and the Front sashed; the Land will answer
the Purpose of a resident Farmer, or of a distant Farmer, whose Farm
consists of Light Lands, to finish his Bullocks and Sheep for the London or
other Markets.
for further Particulars, apply to Mr CONY, in Lynn, or to the said
Richard STANTON, the Tenant, who will shew the Premisses [sic].
28th April 1781
P.3, column 4
To be Sold by Auction,
On Thursday in Assize Week, at the Maid's Head, in St Simon's, Norwich,
by Jonathan GLEED, (The Auction before advertised for May-day being
unavoidable postponed.)
Mount Amelia, a Capital Mansion, situate on a Hill, at Ingoldsthorpe, near
Lynn Regis.
The House commands a very extensive Prospect of Lynn Channel, and the
Lincolnshire Coast, with a View of all Ships at Anchor, or under Sail, in
their
Passage to Lynn, of the Main Ocean; it is a double House, with five Sash
Windows in Front, the Offices are built in two Wings on each double House;
it has four Parlours, a small Hall, and exceeding good Stair case [sic], on
the
First Floor; a Flight of Stone Steps, with Iron Rails, leads to the Entrance
of the
Hall; underneath, on the Ground Floor, is a large Kitchen, Servants Hall,
arched
Vault over the Cellar, etc. Over the Parlours are six Chambers, two Large
and four small.
The House is very elegantly fitted up with Marble Chimney pieces, highly
polished; the best Parlour is 21 Feet by 18; the Rooms are all ten Feet in
Height, all of them wainscoted, or papered, with carved Mouldings, some of
them gilt. The Garden is well planted with Peach Trees, Nectarines, Vines,
and other Wall Fruit, in full bearing; a Coach-house, Stables, etc
The Situation of Mount Amelia is perhaps the most beautiful of any in the
County of Norfolk.
For further Particulars enquire of Mr Thomas SMYTH, Attorney at Law, at
East Dereham, or of Mr Joseph TAYLOR, Merchant, at Lynn Regis, in Norfolk.
N.B. If sold before the Auction the fixed Price is 1200 pounds.
28th April 1781
P.4, column 3
The Afflicted may find Relief by the following Genuine Medicines, sold
Wholesale and Retail by J. CROUSE, Printer of this Paper, in the
Market-place,
Norwich.
Edward's Ague Tincture, Price 2 shillings.
An infallible Cure for the Ague, when the Bark and all other Medicines have
been used without Effect. On small bottle is enough for one Person.
English Coffee, Price 2 shillings and 6 pence the Canister.
It is not offered to the Public as a Carthclion [sic], tho' the Success of
choicest Balsams in all palmonic, consumptive, and nervous Complaints, viz.
fresh Colds, and old confirmed Coughs, Asthmas, Obstructions in the Glands,
Weezings [sic], etc, Tremors, Vertigos, Spasmatic Twitches, Palpitations of
the Heart, Lassitude, loss of Appetite, caused by Indigestion, which too
often produces Head-aches, Lowness of Spirits, and the whole Train of
nervous Complaints, which the inhabitants of this Isle are too subject to,
the English Coffee has been constantly known to remove and cure, which may
be seen by many well attested Certificates. It affords greater Nutriment to
the Body than Sago, Jelly, Vermicelli, Soups, or Viper Broth. It is drunk in
common as Tea for Breakfast, or in the Afternoon.
Bailey's Ointment for the Cure of the Itch, Price One Shilling and Six
Pence.
Which Infallibly cures all Persons infected therewith within 12 Hours,
without Danger; 'tis universally allowed the best and most approved Remedy
for that pernicious Distemper, and never known to fail when used agreeable
to the Directions.
An incomparable Tooth Powder, Price only Six Pence the Box.
No Way inferior to Powders and Liquids for the same Use that sell four Times
the Price; it cleans and whitens the Teeth to Admiration, preserves the
Gums, and prevents the Scurvy; the Breath is injured by Neglect of not
cleaning the Teeth, will be perfectly restored by the Use of this Powder.
Note: Brushes may be had, Price 6 pence each, proper to be used with the
above.
Hooper's Female Pills, Price 1 shilling the Box.
Peculiarly adapted to the Female Sex. The Reputation this Medicine has so
justly acquired for many Years, renders it unnecessary to say more, than
that it fully answers the Purpose for which it is recommended.
Dr Anderson's Scotch Pills, Price One Shilling the Box.
So universally received by the Public for upwards of 150 Years. They remove
Pains to the Stomach, Diseases of the Head and Belly, Pains of the Head by
Vapours from the Stone, Scurvy, Cholic, Dropsy, Catarrh, Rheumatism, Gout,
and Defluctions of the Joints.
Fryar's excellent Balsam, Price 1 shilling.
This Balsam has been found to be the greatest Preserver of Mankind; it cures
all Wounds not mortal, in less Time, and perhaps with more Safety than any
other Medicine; it is used with great Success on Horses, Dogs, and other
Creatures. A few Drops will cure a Horse's Back when galled, a broken Knee,
or a Wound in the Foot; internally taken is good for Coughs, Colds, and
Consumption.
Betton's True and Genuine British Oil, Price One Shilling.
An absolute Cure for Scorbutic and Rheumatic Disorders, old Contusions and
Contractions of the Nerves, contracted or withered Limbs, Strains, Ulcers,
Sores, fixed or wandering Pains; an excellent Antidote against Poison;
inwardly taken it cures Ulcers of the Lungs, Shortness of Breath, relieves
Deafness, and frequently cures to Admiration.
Milk of Roses, Price 3 shillings and 6 pence the Bottle.
This Composition is truly innocent, and not of the Quality of Cosmetics
frequently used. It may, with Truth, be called, "the Lady's Friend," as its
uncommon and agreeable Quality of cleaning and clearing the Skin without the
least Injury. It is good for Gentlemen after shaving, if their Face smart,
or is tender after the Operation.
Spilbury's Antiscorbutic Drops, Seven and Four Shillings a Bottle.
These Drops have very justly acquired the highest Character, from the Number
of Cures which they daily perform in Scurvy, Gout, Rheumatism, and Nervous
Complaints.
Essence of Peppermint, 1 shilling the Bottle.
A Plant peculiar to our own Country; the great Virtues of this Plant in
Cholicky [sic] Pains and Fistulencies, Reaching Sickness, Loss of Appetite,
and other injuries, brought on by the Abuse of Wines or Spiritous Liquors,
Hysterical or Hypochondriacal Depressions, Tremblings, Lowness of Spirits,
and various nervous Weaknesses; its great Efficacy in promoting Digestion,
by strengthening the Stomach and Bowels, whereby it relieves and prevents a
Variety of Complaints.
Venetian Bloom Water, 3 shillings the Bottle.
This curious Water is extracted by an elaborate chymical [sic] Process from
the most fragrant Flowers and the purest Dew collected in the Month of May,
giving the Skin the greatest Clearness, together with the finest Whiteness
and Softness imaginable. It takes away Pimples, Freckles, and Spots of every
Kind, with all disagreeable Redness, Tan and Sunburn; it renders a rough
Skin finely smooth, and destroys those minute Worms are so often lodged
under and deform the Skin. This admirable Water is not in the least of the
Nature of a Paint.
Northey's Rat Medicine, Price 6 shillings and 3 shillings.
Has been found to answer, beyond the most sanguine Expectation. The havoc
made by those destructive Vermin is beyond Conception, and the Public have
now in their Power to rid themselves of Rats and Mice. This is a proper
Season for using it, as the Barns and Granaries are clearing. Use it by the
Directions, and you will feel the good Effects.
Freeman's Grand Restorer of Human Nature, commonly called Fothergil's
Chymical [sic] Nervous Drops. Drops, Price 10 shillings and 6 pence, 7
shillings and 6 pence, and 3 shillings and 6 pence the Bottle.
Which cure Nervous Disorders, Lowness and Depression of Spirits from
Ebriosity, or otherwise, Palpitations of the Heart, Giddiness in the Head,
horrid Thoughts, Startings in the Sleep, Dimness of Sight, Pains in the Back
and Head, trembling of the Hands, Decay of Nature, Barrenness, and
debilitated Cases.
--Also the Doctor's Gutta Salutaris; or Royal Antivenereal Diuretic
Drops, Price 10 shillings and 6 pence, 4 shillings and 2 shillings a Bottle.
A certain, safe and speedily Cure in all Venereal and Scorbutic Complaints,
and Disorders in the Urinary Passages. A slight Case cured in a few Days,
and a confirmed Lues, however inveterate, in about five Weeks, without a
Grain of Mercury.
Canada Ointment, Price 2 shillings a Pot.
Famous for curing Chilblains, Scalds, Burns, and other Sores, is faithfully
prepared by the Author, and by the Assistance of a proper Regimen will
extirpate Sores and Ulcers, deemed incurable. Chilblains it has cured by
applying it two or three Times.
Herring's Norfolk Antidote, Price One Shilling and Six Pence each Paper
Parcel.
For the Bite of Mad Dogs, has been taken by several thousands of Men, Women
and Children, Dogs, and Cattle, with amazing Success, many Years, and was
never known to fail as a preventive Cure to Canine Madness, in the Human
Species, though given sometime after the Symptoms of Hydrophobia appeared,
and though no bathing in Salt Water had been used, or no other Medicine
given. With Dogs and Cattle it has very seldom failed, then probably by
being injudiciously given, or the Dose not repeated according to the
Virulence of the Bite. This Antidote has lately cured several Horses of the
Mad Staggers, by giving them three Papers in one Dose.
Note: The above Medicines, and all others which are sold by J. CROUSE, the
Public may be assured are always in the highest Perfection. His Sale being
large, occasions fresh Supply of them.
5th May 1781
P.2, columns 2 & 3
On Monday night last, or early on Tuesday morning, a yard in Goat-lane,
belonging to Mr SMITH, cabinet-maker, in St Giles's, was broke into, and six
mahogany inch and half planks stolen thereout. Several suspicious
circumstances arising against one James GOOCH, of this city, a warrant was
obtained to search his premisses [sic], when the said planks were found,
together with a large quantity of other materials, a great part of which
appears to have been accumulated in the same clandestine manner. GOOCH has
absconded, and a reward of ten guineas is offered for apprehending him.
Saturday morning came on, at the Old Bailey, London, the trial of William
ARCHER, for robbing the Norwich mail upon the 8th of December, and of Daniel
ROBERTS, charged with being an accessory after the fact. It appeared from a
long chain of evidence produced in support of the prosecution, and no way
contradicted by the prisoners, that ARCHER, accompanied by T. SELLERS, went
upon the road beyond Mile End, with an intent to rob, and the driver of the
mail having left it a few minutes, they got it out of the cart, and carried
it across the fields, where they took out as many bags as they could
conveniently carry, and put the remainder into a wet ditch; they then went
to SELLERS's house and opened such letters as appeared to have notes in
them; they preserved all the notes, drafts, etc and burnt the covers. As
they could not read, it was agreed upon to send for ROBERTS, and to admit
him to participation of the spoil, in consideration of his assistance in
changing it into cash. When ROBERTS came, he advised that a Mrs MOSES should
be sent for, as a person very likely to become a purchaser of the notes in
the lump. They then sent for Mrs MOSES, and offered to sell the drafts, but
she refused to have anything to do with them; she had not however, any
objections to the Bank notes, and offered to give them 200 pounds for as
many as amounted to 350 pounds. She appointed the next day for the
fulfilling of the purchase, but she then sent word that 100 pounds was all
she could give; not liking this proposal, ROBERTS offered to try if he could
pass the notes, and for that purpose purchased several articles of apparel,
etc. A fear arising that Mrs MOSES would endeavour to get them apprehended,
they embarked for Ireland, and on their arrival there ROBERTS got two notes
off, but being alarmed at the suspicious behaviour of a Banker in Dublin, he
thought it would be better to write a letter, from the hotel where they all
lodged, desiring the favour of cash for a 50 pound note, signing himself
William Jones. An account of the robbery having by this time reached Dublin,
proper officers were sent to the hotel, and after a slight examination, in
which evident marks of guilt appeared, they were committed. When they
arrived in England, SELLERS made an ample confession of his guilt, and was
admitted as evidence for the crown. Lord LOUGHBOROUGH summed up the evidence
with great accuracy and judgement, and the jury found them both guilty.
5th May 1781
P.2, column 3
Thursday last were committed to the city gaol, Thomas WALKER, and Thomas
DREW, charged with taking and carrying away ninety-nine pounds of soap, the
property of John CRABTREE, and Thomas AGGS.
On Tuesday last Mr CANDLER, of Great Bradfield, was married to Miss
WAGSTAFFE, of this city.
Monday last died after a lingering illness, Mrs PLESTOW, wife of Thomas
PLESTOW, Esq., of Watlington Hall, in this county.
On Sunday last died, at Alby, in this county, as he sat at dinner, Mr
James GOWEN, a considerable farmer of that place.
On Saturday last died, Mrs Mary MARKS, wife of Mr John MARKS, Upholder,
in the Market-place.--She was a woman endued [sic] with an excellent
understanding, and much respected by her friends and acquaintance. Under the
melancholy pressure of a long and severe illness, increased by an
irresistible series of afflictions, she sustained the peculiar fortitude of
a Christian, and completed her last moments in a pious resignation to the
will of Heaven.
This week died Mrs BLAKE, wife of Mr BLAKE, Attorney, in this city.
New Collection of Prologues and Epilogues.
This Day is Published, Price only 1 shilling.
(Embellished with an elegant Representation of Mr KING, speaking the
Prologue to the New Comedy, called Dissipation, now performing at the
Theatre-Royal in Drury-lane.)
The New and Complete English Spouter; or, an Universal Key to Theatrical
Knowledge,-- Containing a complete Collection of the all the favourite and
most esteemed Prologues and Epilogues, which have been written by the
distinguished Wits, to accompany approved Tragedies, Comedies, Operas,
Farces, Pantomimes, and other species of Theatrical Entertainment worthy of
Notice; and spoken by the most celebrated Performers, at the Theatres Royal,
Drury-lane, Covent-garden, Haymarket, and on other Stages (public and
private) in different Parts of the Kingdom.
Including a great Variety of Prologues and Epilogues composed on Purpose,
and spoken occasionally at several respectable Sporting Clubs, and other
Societies of Thespians, by Gentlemen in the Characters of Bucks, Bloods,
Choice Spirits, Bravos, Fribbles, etc. Together with that celebrated Piece,
called the Picture of a Playhouse; or Bucks have at ye All; and other
valuable Pieces, not to be found in any other Collection. The whole
interspersed with many Originals, and brought down to the present year,
1781. By Mr PALMER.
London: Printed for Alex. HOGG, No. 16 Paternoster-row, and sold by all
other Booksellers in England. N.B. Be careful to ask for "The New English
Spouter, by Mr PALMER;" this being the only Work of the Kind, which contains
all the new Prologues and Epilogues.
5th May 1781
P.2, column 4
For the benefit of Mr and Mrs BANNISTER.
At the Theatre-Royal, by his Majesty's Servants, on Wednesday May 9, will be
reviv'd a Comedy called A New Way to Pay Old Debts.
End of the Play an occasional Epilogue, to be spoken by Miss BANNISTER, a
Child Six Years of Age (being her first Appearance.)
Singing by Mrs WESTON. And an occasional Prologue, to be spoken by Master
BANNISTER. To which will be added a Musical Entertainment, (never performed
here) call'd Plymouth in an Uproar. (The Music by Mr DIBDIN.)
To begin at a Quarter after Six o'Clock. Vivant Rex et Regina.
Note: Tickets to be had at the usual Places, of Mr DOVE, at the Theatre, and
of Mr and Mrs BANNISTER, near St Stephen's Church.
Note: This Comedy, which has lately been revived at the Theatre Royal,
Covent Garden, and repeated since with distinguished Applause, is the
Production of that ingenious Gentleman Mr Philip MASSINGER, and is thus
spoken of by the Critics:--"The Plot is good and well conducted; the
Language dramatic and nervous, and the Characters, particularly that of Sir
Giles Overreach, highly and judiciously drawn."
(Never Acted Here)
For the Benefit of Mr and Mrs MILLER.
At the Theatre-Royal, by his Majesty's Servants, on Monday May 14th, 1781,
will be presented a new Comedy, as performing at the Theatre-Royal
Drury-lane, call'd Dissipation. With an Interlude, call'd The Walking
Statue; or the Devil in the Wine Cellar.
To which will be added a Dramatic Entertainment, call'd The Christmas Tale.
To begin at a quarter after six o'Clock.
Tickets to be had of Mr and Mrs MILLER, at Mr SMITH's, Broker, in St
Stephen's, and of Mr DOVE, at the Theatre, where Places for the Boxes may be
taken.
5th May 1781
P.3, column 1
To the Public.
John REEDER, Servant to the late Rev. Mr RANSOME, has taken the Goat, in the
Upper Goat Lane, late in the Occupation of William NUTT, and has laid in a
fresh Assortment of the neatest Wines, Liquors, etc, humbly intreats [sic]
the
Favour of the former Customers, and the Public in general, hoping by a
strict and unwearied Attention, to merit their Indulgence, which will
greatly oblige their humble Servant, John REEDER.
To the Ladies.
Ann LOVE, Mantua, Sacque [sic], and Robe Maker, in St Gregory's, Norwich,
presents her most grateful Thanks for past Favours, and acquaints them she
is just returned from London with Patterns of the most fashionable Dresses
wore [sic] by the Ladies at the Court-end of Town.-- Having had the Pleasure
of giving the greatest Satisfaction to those who have honoured her with
their Commands, she flatters herself with hopes of obtaining their future
Favours, which will be carefully and punctually attended to by their obliged
and humble Servant, Ann LOVE.
Notice to Creditors.
The Partnership between Messrs CHANDLER and SAYERS of Great Yarmouth, in the
County of Norfolk, Merchants, being dissolved by mutual Consent, all Persons
to whom the said Partnership stands indebted, are desired to send an Account
of their respective Demands to Mr Charles CHANDLER, at Great Yarmouth, in
order that the same may be satisfied. Charles CHANDLER, John SAYERS.
5th May 1781
P.3, column 2
Escaped From Justice. James GOOCH,
Late of the Parish of St Michael at Coslany, in the City of Norwich, Cabinet
and Chair-maker, who stands charged with divers Felonies; on searching his
House, etc, a large Quantity of Mahogany Planks and Boards, with upwards of
one hundred and thirty Wainscot Boards were found, which are claimed, the
Mahogany as being the Property of three reputable Cabinet-makers; and the
Wainscot is also proved, upon Oath, to be the Property of Mr Robert JOLLINS,
Timber-merchant.-- A much larger Quantity could not be claimed, as the Marks
are planed off. Whoever shall apprehend the said James GOOCH, and bring him
before the Mayor of the said City, or any other of his Majesty's Justices of
the Peace for the said City and County of Norwich, shall receive Ten
Guineas, to be paid by the Sword-bearer.
N.B. The said James GOOCH was born in or near King's Lynn, in Norfolk, and
served Part of his Apprenticeship with a Carpenter in that Neighbourhood.--
He is about twenty-six Years of Age, and is about five Feet six Inches high;
has a thin Visage, and swarthy Complexion, with dark brown lank Hair, cut
short, and brown Eyes, usually wears a fustian Frock and Waistcoat, and
stoops very much in walking.
NOTE: The issue of the newspaper for 12 May is missing from the film.
19th May 1781
P.2, columns 3 & 4
Monday night last some villains broke into the dwelling-house of Mr William
CAPENDELL, the Blue Boar Inn, at Sprowston, near this city, and having
forced open a bureau, they stole thereout about twenty pounds in cash, and
other valuables to a considerable amount, leaving but seven farthings behind
them; they also took upwards of seven yards of cloth, a red cardinal, a
man's hat, and several other things, with all which they got off
undiscovered.
19th May 1781
P.2, column 4
On Saturday last died, sincerely regretted by all her knew her, in the 37th
year of her age, Mrs MARSH, wife of Mr Isaac MARSH, in the Market.
Thursday last died Miss HORTH, only daughter of Mr HORTH, of
Bracondale-hill, near this city.-- A young lady whose peculiar dutifulness
to her parents, and uncommon tenderness of disposition, has rendered them
inconsolable, and whose loss is much lamented by all that had the pleasure
of her acquaintance.
On Monday last died at his apartments, in Westminster, Mr Ralph LEWIS,
formerly of this city.
Thetford, May 17, 1781
Notice to Creditors.
John SPRINGFIELD, of Thetford, in the County of Norfolk, Bricklayer, having
assigned over all his Effects in Trust for the Benefit of his Creditors, all
Persons to whom the said John SPRINGFIELD stands indebted are desired to
meet the Trustees, at the Angel, in Thetford, on Friday the first Day of
June next, by two of the Clock, in the Afternoon, in order to prove their
Debts, and to have a State of the Affairs of the said John SPRINGFIELD laid
before them, and to receive a Composition for their respective Debts, so
far as the Effects will amount; and such as do not attend will be debarred
of any Benefit from such Composition.
19th May 1781
P.3, column 1
Norfolk Militia Association.
The great Benefits that have accrued to this Country from a well disciplined
Militia are too notorious to be disputed; yet we find by Experience they
have been greatly lessened by the vast Expence [sic] those who are chosen to
serve therein have been put to in procuring Substitutes, which it is well
known are now at a most extravagant Price. Many of the poorer sort of People
have been indebted to their Friends for that Purpose, whilst others,
unfortunately in want of those Friends for that Purpose have been obliged to
serve themselves, and leave their helpless Families to depend on the Parish
for the scanty Allowance provided for their Maintenance. In order therefore
that the salutary laws for the better ordering of the Militia Forces may
have their well intended Effect, without burthening [sic] the Public with
the extraordinary Expence [sic] of providing Substitutes, an Office will be
opened on the 1st of June, at J. CROUSE's, Printer, in Norwich, which all
Persons liable to Serve in the Norfolk Militia may be enabled to reimburse
themselves the Expence [sic] of providing Substitutes (which from the
frequent ballots made to fill up the Vacancies they are continually liable
to) upon the following easy Terms:
On the Payment of Seventeen Shillings, the Subscriber will be entitled
to, and shall receive the Sum of Eight Guineas.
On the Payment of Twelve Shillings, the Sum of Five Pounds Fifteen
Shillings and Sixpence.
On the Payment of Nine Shillings, the Sum of Four Guineas.
And on the Payment of Seven Shillings and Sixpence, (for one Year only),
to receive the sum of Eight Pounds Eight Shillings.
Which several Sums the Proprietors engage to pay agreeable to the promissory
Note given, should the Person subscribing be ballotted [sic] and adjudged to
serve by himself, or substitute, in the said Militia,within the Term of
Three Years, to commence from the Date of the said Note.
Note: Persons drawn, or not adjudged liable to serve, or provide a
Substitute, to have their Subscription Money returned.
As the above Plan is calculated for the Benefit of the Public in general,
and the poorer sort in particular, the proprietors hope it will meet their
Sanction and Encouragement, as the Advantages arsing therefrom (added to
the Allowances from the Parish, granted by Act of Parliament) will enable
Subscribers to procure a Substitute.
19th May 1781
P.3, column 2
May 17, 1781.
The Humane Society at Norwich, for the Recovery of Persons Apparently
drowned.
The annual Meeting of the said Society for the auditing of their Accounts,
and making out a State of the Charity for Publication, will be held at the
Hall in the Market, on Tuesday next, at Twelve o'Clock in the Forenoon, at
which Time and Place the Attendance of the Directors is requested.
Norwich, May 12, 1781.
William HUNTER going to reside in London at Midsummer next, for the Sake of
Dispatch, will dispose of his Stock in Trade considerably under Prime Cost,
consisting of a Variety of fashionable and useful Articles of plated Goods,
Cutlery, Hardware, Haberdashery, and Hosiery; the Sale to begin this Day,
and continue till all are sold. For the Convenience of Shopkeepers, etc
White Linen Rags will be taken in Exchange at three Pence per Pound.
N.B. The Lease of that desirable House and Shop to be disposed of,
which four Years are unexpired.
Peter AMYOT, Watch and Clock-Maker, removed from White Lion-Lane, to the
Corner of the Haymarket, Norwich, embraces this Opportunity of making his
best Acknowledgement to his Friends and Customers for Favours conferred, and
assures them, and all those who chuse [sic] to intrust [sic] him with their
Commands, he will exert his utmost Endeavours to merit their Approbation. He
likewise begs Leave to inform them he has laid in a large and complete
Assortment of the different Articles in the Perfumery Branch, which he
proposes encreasing [sic] with every approved Production in that way, and
will sell them Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest Terms.
Note: His Stock in the Silver, Jewellery, and Hardware, selling very cheap.
Aylsham, May 15, 1781
To the Ladies.
Thomas HARRISON, Hair-Dresser, most gratefully acknowledges their Favours,
and humbly solicits a Continuance and kind Recommendation, and begs Leave to
acquaint them, that he has just received from London the most fashionable
Head-dress for the Spring; he likewise makes all Sorts of Tetes, Toupees,
Curls, Braids, Cushions, etc in the newest Mode, and on the most reasonable
Terms. -- Makes also the whole Head of Hair on so compleat [sic] a Plan as
not to be discerned from the Natural Hair. He sells all sorts of Powders,
French, Orris, Gray, Mareschall, Violet Powder, and plain; Wash Balls,
Davison's Italian Soap, Swan's down Puffs, Powder Machines, Bags, and Boxes,
Ladies Hat and Cap Pins, black Pins, and Combs of all Sorts, soft and hard
Pomatum, etc equal in Quality to any in London.
Notice to Creditors.
The Creditors of Richard CROSS, late of Rudham, in the County of Norfolk,
Innholder, deceased, are desired to send an Account of their respective
Claims to Mr William STUCKEY, Attorney at Law at Swaffham, in the Same
County, on or before the first Day of August now ensuing.
Swaffham, May 14, 1781.
Notice to Creditors.
The Creditors of Edmund SIMS, of Happisburg, in the County of Norfolk,
Farmer, are hereby requested to meet the Assignees of the said Edmund SIMS,
at the house of John THOMPSON, known by the name of Hill-house, in
Happisburgh, on Tuesday the 29th Instant, at two o'Clock in the Afternoon,
in order to receive the Dividend arising out of the Estate and Effects of
the said Edmund SIMS, according to their respective Debts.
All Persons who stand indebted to the Estate and Effects of William COOPER,
of Eaton, in the County of Norwich, Liquor Merchant, Dealer and Chapman, a
Bankrupt, are desired forthwith to pay their respective Debts to Roger
KERRISON, of the City of Norwich, Esquire, or to William DEWING, of the same
City, Gentleman, the Assignees of the Estate and Effects of the said
Bankrupt, or they will be sued without further Notice.
Note: Genteel Apartments, for the Summer Season, may be had in a very
pleasant Situation at Eaton, two Miles from Norwich.--Also, a good Stable,
and other Accommodations. Enquire of W. COOPER, at Eaton.
NOTE: the 26 May issue of the newspaper is missing from the microfilm.
2nd June 1781
P.1, column 3
To the Woolgrowers, in the County of Norfolk.
John JOWIT, and Son, inform the Wool Growers in the County of Norfolk, that
they have removed their Business from the Bull Inn, in Magdalen-street, and
intend to have such of their Wools as they buy this Season (which may be
convenient) delivered at SEAMAN and WEBB's, Wool and Yarn Factors, where the
same will be immediately weighed and paid for by them at their Compting
House,
near St Michael's Bridge, Norwich, and the best Prices according to Quality,
and Times, will be allowed for any Parcels that may be offered them.--And
hereby give Notice they have declined employing William SHAW, of Norwich, in
their Service any longer, and will not be accountable for any Business he
may transact, but will call on their Friends themselves, and take in Wool at
the several Places in the County as heretofore.---Leeds, May 22, 1781.
2nd June 1781
P.1, column 4
To be Sold by Auction, by Charles BASHAM,
On Wednesday and Thursday, the 6th and 7th Days of this Inst. June,
All the Genuine and Modern Household Furniture, Plate, China, Glasses, etc
of Mr William HUNTER, in the Market-place, Norwich; comprising a most
beautiful plated Tea Urn, two exceeding handsome Sets of Castors, several
neat Mahogany Dining and other Tables, Mahogany Chest upon Chest and other
Drawers, elegant Mahogany Cabriole, and other Chairs, with Sattin [sic] Hair
Seats and Double Brass nailed, four very good Beds, an exceeding good Iron
Chest, with Ten Iron Spring Bolts, Conveniences for two other Locks, and a
Secret Place within side [sic], with a Lock, a Jack, double Motion, that
will keep
going Eight Hours without winding up, a handsome Range with bright Nobs
[sic] and
Turning Trivetts [sic], useful Kitchen Furniture, and Brewing Utensils.
-- The Sale to begin each Day at Ten o'Clock.
Catalogues to be had at the Place of Sale, and of C. BASHAM, Without St
Stephen's Gate.
To be viewed on Monday and Tuesday preceding the Sale, from Ten till Two.
The Stock continues selling off under prime Cost.
To be Sold by Auction,
At GARRAWAY's Coffee-house, in London, some Time in the Month of October
next, unless sooner disposed of by private Contract,
All that Reversion in Fee expectant upon the Death of Mr John BARBER, of
Bagthorpe, in the County of Norfolk, Gentleman, aged forty-seven Years, of
and in the following estates, viz.
The Manor of Bagthorpe, with the Royalties, and Right of Sporting over
the whole Parish.
Also the perpetual Advowson, and the Right of Presentation to the Rectory
of Bagthorpe, with the great and small Tythes [sic] of the whole Parish,
containing about seven hundred and fifty Acres of Land.
Also a very good Farm House, Barn, and Outbuilding, Brick and Tile, in
compleat [sic] Repair, with six hundred and twenty-four Acres, two Roods,
thirty-seven Perches, by Survey, of Arable and Pasture Land, in Bagthorpe
aforesaid, in the Occupation of the said Mr BARBER.
Also seven Tenements, in good Repair.
Also the Reversion in Fee expectant upon the Deaths of the said Mr
BARBER, and of Mrs Susan MONEY, aged sixty-two Years, of and in a Messuage
and Homestall on inclosed [sic] Land, containing by Measure seven Acres, two
Roods, seven Perches of Land, in Bagthorpe aforesaid.
The whole Estate is Freehold, and subject to now Outgoing Rents, is
affected to the Land Tax at only eighty-four pounds per Annum.
Note, The Estate stands charged with several Legacies (to be paid twelve
Months after the death of the said Mr BARBER) amounting in the Whole to four
hundred Pounds. Some of the Legatees are infants.
Note also, The Estate is mortgaged for the Sum of one thousand six
hundred Pounds, the Interest whereof the said Mr BARBER is obliged to keep
down during his Life. The Vendors propose to leave in the Purchaser's Hands
a Sum sufficient to discharge the said Incumbrances [sic], or so much of
them as
cannot now be bought off.
Bagthorpe is a desirable Situation, being adjacent to Houghton, six Miles
from Rainham, and ten from Holkham, in a fine dry healthy Part of the
County, abounding with Game of all Sorts, and having a most agreeable and
respectable Neighbourhood of the first families in the Country.---For
further
Particulars enquire of William CREASY, Attorney, Downham Market, Norfolk
2nd June 1781
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Sunday a smuggling cutter was taken off Cromer by Captain FISHER belonging
to the Custom house smack, and brought into Yarmouth. She had landed several
hundred half ankers of Geneva, and had when taken about eight hundred more,
and two tons of tea on board, which were safely lodged in the Custom-house
at Yarmouth. This is the same cutter that was lately taken, but since
released, commanded by -- MASH.
On Tuesday last was married at Tinwell, in the County of Lincoln, James
FYSH, of Lynn, in the County of Norfolk, Esq., to Miss Elizabeth BATSON,
daughter of John BATSON, late of Tinwell aforesaid, Esq., deceased.
On Thursday morning died, at his house on All Hallows Green, Mr Henry
COXFORD, surgeon and man-midwife.
Last week died Mrs WILSEA, wife of Mr WILSEA, glazier, in St Giles.
2nd June 1781
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To Parish Clerks and others.
Notice is hereby given, that if any Person or Persons will bring to Mr John
ALDHAM, Attorney, in Norwich, a Copy of the Register, properly
authenticated, of the Burial of Elizabeth OLIVER, (Widow of Mr John OLIVER,
formerly Minister of Cringleford) who died in Norwich some time in or about
the Year 1727, or of the Baptism of Elizabeth OLIVER, Daughter of the said
John OLIVER, and Elizabeth his wife, who is supposed to have been born some
time in or about the Year 1692, such Person or Persons shall be handsomely
rewarded for their Trouble.
2nd June 1781
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At BUNN's Pantheon,
On Monday, June 4, 1781, (being his Majesty's Birth-day) will be performed a
Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music. First violin Mr REEVE. The Vocal
Parts by Mr KEYMER (for the Night only) and Mr BUNN.
Act.1. By Desire, "An Invitation to Comus's Court, " Mr KEYMER.--A Song, Mr
KEYMER.
Act 2. "The Wandering Sailor, "Mr BUNN.-- A Song called "The Camp," Mr
KEYMER.
After the Concert will be exhibited in the Temple of Curiosity, Several
Miscellaneous Miniature Paintings, designed and painted by Mr BUNN; in which
will be introduced some well-known Prospects, and a curious Representation
of the Neptune Society returning from their Annual Water-Frolic.
To conclude with an elegant Display of Fire-works, by Sig. Baptista
PEDRALIO, in a Variety of Designs, in Brilliant, Chinese, Rayonant, Gold,
Blue, Red, and Yellow Fires, particularly a curious Sun-Piece, forming a
brilliant Glory to the Letters G.R..
Note: Admittance One Shilling.
On Monday, June the 4th (being his Majesty's Birth-day), QUANTRELL's Gardens
will be most elegantly illuminated in the Evening, and a Concert of
Instrumental Music, and a grand Collection of Fireworks will be exhibited by
Sig. Antonio BATALUS. The evening to conclude with a capital Firework,
called Harlequin from the Globe, With a Dance of Furies;
And Sig. Antonio BATALUS will fly across the Garden with Fire from different
Parts of his Body.
To finish with a great Eruption of Mount Aetna, etc.
Note: Admittance One Shilling. -- Sixpence to be returned in Liquor, etc
etc.
John DAY, Wool Buyer, for the Convenience of those Gentlemen Wool Growers
who have for many Years been accustomed to deliver their Wool at the Bull
Inn, in Magdalen-street, will attend at the said Inn every Saturday, from
Eleven to One o'Clock, in the Wool Season, to take in the same at the best
Market Price, and will be obliged to all Gentlemen for the Refusal of their
Wool.
N.B. Attendance every Day at his own House, near St Giles's Church, for the
same Purpose.
To be Lett, and entered on at Michaelmas next, or sooner if required, that
ancient and good accustomed Inn and Tavern the Black Lyon, in Walsingham, so
well calculated for Road Business, and publick [sic] Amusements, viz. large
Assemblies in the Winter Season, and in Summer a commodious Bowling Green,
to which there is about Fifty Subscribers, and a Billiard Table, etc
together with about Eight Acres of Meadow and Pasture Ground.
Further Particulars may be had of the present Possessor Joseph WILSON,
who is obliged to decline on account of his Health; of whom may be had 7 or
8 loads of Ash Timber, very Cheap.
2nd June 1781
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To be Sold by Auction, by James GARTHON, of Norwich,
On Tuesday, June the 5th, Inst.
All the Household Furniture etc of Mr Edward MANN, at the Goat in
Strumpshaw, Norfolk, consisting of Four-post Bedstands, Feather-beds,
Mahogany and Oak Tables, Chairs, a handsome Brass Jack in a Mahogany Glass
Case, and Eight-day Clock, a large Landscape in an elegant carved and gilt
Frame, several capital Prints, fram'd and glaz'd, a good Assortment of
China, Glass, and Earthen Ware, with sundry other Articles.
Note: The Goods to be viewed on the Mornin