4.--At a meeting held at the Guildhall, Norwich, it was resolved to open
a subscription for the relief of the inhabitants of the Russian provinces
suffering from the invasion of their country by the French.
5.--Died in London, William Noble, formerly a member of the Norwich
Company.
6.*--"We hear the Society of the Antient Order of Stagorians is now
reviving in this city, and is likely to become a very respectable one."
7.--Downham Church was re-opened for service after being closed some
months for restoration.
10.--A general fast observed at Norwich. The shops were closed, and
services held at the churches and chapels, at which collections were made
for the relief of the poor.
12.--Died, aged 69, Mr. Edward Sharpe, for upwards of 22 years keeper of
the Norwich city gaol.
24.--In consequence of the establishment of the Local Militia, the
Volunteer corps of Infantry in Norwich and Norfolk were disbanded and
deposited their arms. Each corps received the thanks of the Prince
Regent for their patriotic services.
27.*--"The Amelia frigate, the Hon. Captain F. P. Irby, has arrived at
Portsmouth after a night action with L'Arethuse, French frigate, one of
the most desperate that has been fought during the present war. This
excellent officer, who has been severely wounded, has been so actively
employed during the last five years that he has not been resident at his
seat, Boyland Hall, more than five days during that period."
31.--Died at Weasenham, aged 74, Mr. Thomas Sanctuary. "For many years
he was an extensive and opulent farmer. He left his property among his
relatives, with a legacy of 2,000 pounds to Miss Coke out of respect and
gratitude to his worthy landlord, Mr. T. W. Coke, under whom he acquired
his handsome fortune."