3.--Wintry weather set in with increased severity, the rivers were
icebound, and navigation was completely stopped at Lynn.
--The Mayor of Norwich (Mr. Ed. Willett) entertained a large party at the
Royal Hotel, in celebration of the christening of the Princess Royal.
"Four swans formed a conspicuous figure in the second course, and the
ancient and costly Corporation plate was brought into requisition on this
occasion. Previous to the removal of the cloth the beautiful antique
massive gilt dishes were passed round with rose water in them." In the
evening a ball was held at the Assembly Rooms.
8.--Miss Ellen Tree commenced a six nights' engagement at Norwich
Theatre. Her impersonations included Julia ("The Hunchback"), Letitia
Hardy, Mrs. Haller, Constance ("The Love Chase"), Juliana ("The
Honeymoon"), and Pauline.
12.--Died, at East Dereham, in her 101st year, Mrs. Carter, widow of the
Rev. John Carter, formerly minister of the Independent chapel,
Mattishall.
--Died, Sir Astley Paston Cooper, Bart., aged 78 years.
27.--Died at Scarning, aged 67, the Rev. L. Walton, perpetual curate of
Wendling and Longham, and many years master of the Free Grammar School,
Scarning.