Isle of Wight Observer:- Feb 2nd 1867: OPENING OF MR YELF’S GARDEN – We see that the dilapidated stables in Church-lane are being removed, so that we presume there is now some serious thoughts of this long-talked-of improvement being affected. Of its advantages there can be no possible doubt in every respect. Feb 2nd 1867:
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Isle of Wight Observer:- Jan 5th 1867: ST. MARIE’S CHURCH – The birth of the new year, like many of its predecessors, was ushered in by ringing of the bells of this church, by permission of the Rev. Dean PHILLIPS, the pastor. Jan 5th 1867: YORK HOTEL – For sixteen years past Mr. OLDFIELD, the
Isle of Wight Observer:- Dec 8th 1866: THE THEATRE – The members of the United Services Dramatic Club gave a performance at this favorite place of amusement on Monday evening. The house was crowded with a brilliant array of rank and fashion. The performance being in every respect a brilliant success, each scene having been
Isle of Wight Observer:- Nov 3rd 1866: FASHIONABLE INTELLIGENCE – Mr. and Mrs. YOUNG (Apley Towers) entertained a grand party on Friday evening last. Mr. C. W. SALTER presided at the pianoforte; Sir Charles and Lady LOCOCK have left their residence, Binstead, for Brighton. Nov 3rd 1866: AMATEUR MUSICAL SOCIETY – We understand that the
Isle of Wight Observer:- Oct 6th 1866: THATCHED HOUSE TAVERN – of Cross-street, Ryde, Sale of the whole of the Household Furniture, 4-pull Beer Engine, Bagatelle Table (by Rayner), and other effects of the above premises, without reserve. W. H. WALLIS will sell by auction, on the premises, on Tuesday October 16, 1866. Oct 6th
Isle of Wight Observer:- Sept 1st 1866: ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH – The new incumbent, the Rev. Hooker WIX, with a view of restoring the church to its proper position, has set most earnestly to work amongst the people of the district, and the congregation has in consequence largely increased. Sept 1st 1866: WANTON MISCHIEF –
Isle of Wight Observer:- Aug 4th 1866: ROYAL VISIT – On Thursday evening Her Majesty’s equipage drove through several streets of the town, with her usual attendants. Her Majesty looked remarkably well. Aug 4th 1866: ARCHERY – A meeting of the Ryde Archery Society took place on Monday last, when two prizes were shot for
Isle of Wight Observer:- July 7th 1866: NEW ASSEMBLY ROOM – There being no room in the town large enough for balls, parties, and lectures, the 2nd of July was the time appointed for receiving the plans, and we understand there are nine delivered, so there is no fear but what a room worthy the
Isle of Wight Observer:- June 2nd 1866: Y.M.C.A – A handsome trowel has been presented to George WILLIAMS esq., The following inscription was beautifully engraved by Mr. BURDEN, of the Colonnade; “Presented by the members to George WILLIAMS, esq., on the occasion of his laying the corner stone of the new building (Lind-street), May 22,
Isle of Wight Observer:- May 5th 1866: ROYAL VISIT – Within the last few days Her Most Gracious Majesty, accompanied by the Princess Helena, Prince Arthur, and Prince Christian, visited Sir Charles LOCOCK, Bart., and the delightful grounds at Binstead. Her Majesty, who has frequently visited the house and grounds, expressed her pleasure at the