The merchant ships, following the example of the squadron, kept their colours half-mast high until sunset.
Of Capt. Harmer it might well be said, in the language of the order, “that he paid proper respect to those who were destined to rule over him; that he worked diligently, lived creditably, and acted honourably by all men.” Brother, farewell.
Dec. 2nd.—Mr. John B. Bales had been presented with a splendid tea service, inscribed, “presented to Mr. John Barney Bales, Sergeant-at-Mace, by the inhabitants of this town, for their high opinion of him as a public officer.”
A swindler, calling himself “Clinton,” had been victimising the inhabitants.
Dec. 9th.—The first subscription concert had been held at the Town Hall.
Dec. 16th.—It was stated that the value of the Yarmouth living was then estimated at £430 per annum.
Dec. 23rd.—The Birmingham and Leicester coach had run over Mr. John Clowes, jun., at Caister, the hind wheel passing over his body and very severely bruising his leg and thigh.
A light vessel had been placed in the Cockle Gat.
Dec. 30th.—The Temperance Society had held their annual festival at the Town Hall, and in the course of the afternoon some members of Rechabite Tent had walked in procession round the town, headed by the Temperance Band, and carrying a few banners and the insignia of the order.