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1859
Aug 9 + 10
Repository. Mr Chavasse gave a lecture on the hand - in Girl's school room - result 39£.
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Mr Wm Grundy died.
New Town Hall opened by Lord Leigh. A proud day for Baron and Baroness Webster "Mrs W's being the first Lady's health, after our Noble Queen's proposed in our new building," said the grateful husband. A handsome luncheon given by the Corporation, professional singers, and New Era opened on Sutton Coldfield.
Oct 14
Miss Pimm's Ball - the first dancing in the Hall. Patron BD Webster Esq; a success, unaffected good humour, good nature, and liberality, and good management defying critisisum (criticism).
Nov 2
Mr Wright elected Warden!
Opposite house taken by Giles and forthwith appeared emblazoned "Railway Hotel" before the Railway itself was a fact.
Dec
Change of Post Office - Mrs Beache returning.
Mrs Wilkins appointed.
Mr B Webster elected Capital Burgess in the place of Mr Garrett leaving for a time -
Nov 14, 1849.
Christmas Card from Howard and Emily (Chavasse) to the Sisters?