Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2 A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century

"Norfolk Annals, Vol. 2" by Charles Mackie is a historical record that presents a detailed look at significant events in Norfolk from 1851 to 1900. Drawn from the "Norfolk Chronicle," the book explores a variety of topics, such as the passing of important people, town meetings, cultural happenings, and trials in court. Early entries set the scene for a exploration of 19th-century Norfolk by noting the deaths of people like Mary Tash and a financial investigation at the Norfolk Court. The book portrays daily life by including stories like the collapse of a church steeple and issues caused by a split among Wesleyans. Overall, the work shows a mix of community struggles, celebrations of local figures, and increasingly complex local government.