June 1st.—The second instance of the escape of a prisoner from the gaol during the last few months had occurred, this man’s name was Cooper.
June 9th.—A meeting, to establish a Marine Regatta, had been held, when the following Committee was appointed for that purpose:—The Mayor, S. Palmer, B. Dowson, John Penrice, and Chas. Pearson, Esqs., Sir George Parker, and Lieut. Eaton.
The Victoria Brass Band had commenced playing on the Terrace.
June 15th.—Madame Vestris and Chas. Matthews were to appear at the Theatre.
July 6th.—The “Byzantium,” 290 tons, had been launched from Mr. F. Preston’s yard.
A meeting of the local Anti-Corn Law League had been held, and the conduct of Messrs. Rumbold and Wilshere censured for not supporting the movement for the entire abolition of these duties.
July 13th.—Mr. C. D. Arnott, of Gorleston, had obtained the diploma of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and had been admitted a Licentiate of the Apothecaries’ Company.
July 27th.—At the Water Frolic, the “Red Rover” (S. C. Marsh) had beaten the “Leviathan” (Bessey), and the “Pearl” (Sir W. B. Proctor), but was disqualified on protest, and the prize awarded to the “Leviathan.”
August 3rd.—The Regatta had proved a success, the following is the report given of the sport:—
“The Regatta at Yarmouth, on Friday, was one of the most spirited and gay scenes ever witnessed. The terrace, the shore, the Jetty, the windows, were filled with gaily-dressed spectators, whose constantly moving figures rendered the scene one vast and ever-changing kaleidoscope. The day was glorious, and the sea was thickly sprinkled with boats and vessels of all kinds, which merrily bounded before the gale in quick and ever-varying succession. The following was the result of the day’s amusement, which gave infinite pleasure to the thousands who thronged from all parts of the country.
A silver cup and cover, value £50, for Yachts not exceeding 25 tons, belonging to a Yacht Club.