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14.—The premises of Mr. Ling, upholsterer and cabinet maker, Bridewell Alley, Norwich, were destroyed by fire. The terrified prisoners were removed from their cells in the Bridewell adjoining and conveyed to the City Gaol, and all the property that could be saved from the burning premises was taken into St. Andrew’s church. The 2nd Dragoon Guards were called out to preserve order, and the staff of the West Norfolk Militia assembled under arms. “Owing to the goods being stored in St. Andrew’s church it was impossible to hold service there on Sunday.”

15.—Died, in his 88th year, Mr. Robert Priest, of St. James’ Street, Norwich. He was for many years treasurer to the Charity Schools, and in 1786 paid the fine on declining the office of Sheriff.

21.—Died of consumption, in his 24th year, at Little Baddow, Essex, the Rev. Stephen Morell, “pastor of the Christian Society at the Old Meeting House, Norwich.”

26.—Mrs. Sloman, formerly of the Norwich Company, made her first appearance at Covent Garden as Belvedera in “Venice Preserved.” The “Times” described the performance as “more than respectable—in many parts excellent”; and the “Morning Herald” stated that “it was the most promising tragic début since the days of Miss O’Neil, and the applause at the dropping of the curtain was long, loud, and universal.” Mrs. Sloman was subsequently engaged by the managers of Covent Garden for three years at a high salary.