6.--An exhibition of the Norfolk and Norwich Fine Arts Association was
opened at Norwich. The collection included works by O. Short, J. B.
Ladbrooke, C. J. W. Winter, H. B. Willis, Frederick Howes, C. L. Nursey,
F. R. Pickersgill, R.A., John Wilson, Alfred Cooper, D. Hodgson, J.
Stark, M. E. Cotman, J. J. Cotman, Mrs. J. Stannard, &c.
13.--Colours were presented to the West Norfolk Militia, on the Cricket
Ground, Norwich, by the Countess of Albemarle. Lord Orford, as colonel
of the regiment, received the colours, and the consecration prayers were
read by the Rev. C. W. Madden, "who wore the Waterloo medal on his
breast." The non-commissioned officers and men were entertained at
dinner, provided by public subscription, at St. Andrew's Hall. The Mayor
(Mr. Chamberlin) presided, and Lord and Lady Albemarle, Lady Augusta
Keppel, and other distinguished visitors were present.
23.--Notice was given that on and after June 30th the new Newspaper Act
would be in operation, and stamped and unstamped editions of the NORFOLK
CHRONICLE would be published. "In compliance with the request of the
Postmaster-General, we would remind such of our subscribers as may desire
to send the stamped edition through the post that the paper must be
folded so that the whole stamp denoting the duty shall be distinctly
visible on the outside. Such papers must be posted within 15 days of
publication."
--The Norton Subcourse and Raveningham estate was sold by Mr. George W.
Salter, at the Norfolk Hotel, Norwich, for 16,632 pounds.