6.--The depot of the 51st Regiment, from Yarmouth, arrived at Norwich and
took over the Cavalry Barracks.
24.--The Queen's birthday was observed at Norwich with the customary
festivities. The event was further marked by the presentation to the
Mayor and Sheriff of a set of official robes, purchased by public
subscription.
26.--A specially-organized company, under the management of Mr. Craven
Robertson, performed the comedy of "Caste" at Norwich Theatre. "School"
was also produced during the six nights' engagement. On this occasion
the favourite actress, Miss Fanny Addison, made her first appearance in
Norwich, and Mr. J. F. Young was a member of the company.
30.--A detachment of the Honourable Artillery Company, numbering 64
officers and men, arrived at Yarmouth by train, and on the 31st marched
for Norwich. At Blofield the detachment was met by the band of the
Norwich Artillery Volunteers, and at Brundall the men boarded the
Alexandra steamer, by which they performed the remainder of the journey
to Norwich. Headquarters were established at the Royal Hotel. On
Sunday, June 1st, the Honourable Artillery Company and the Norwich
Artillery Volunteers attended service at the Cathedral, and on June 2nd
the Norwich corps accompanied the London men on their march to Wymondham.
The London corps proceeded to Attleborough, where they took train for
London.