1791.
George Townshend, Marquis Townshend, High Steward of the Borough.
Feb. 3rd. Part of the Jetty carried away by a destructive high tide, and the Denes under water. On the Southtown-road the water was deep enough for boats to ply.
Oct. 27th. Riot on account of the dearness of provisions, but suppressed by the magistrates.