On the one hand, it's full of significant names. It's clear that during 1861, the year of the missing diary, John had met many of the men who would form Middlesbrough, that "Infant Hercules". In fact he was present in 1862 when Gladstone famously used the phrase to describe the new town.
And on the other hand, there is his visit to London. In 1860 John had enjoyed London life in the company of other students. This time he is two years older, a professional man, and out on the town with ironmasters – young men who, like himself, had come to Middlesbrough to make their fortunes. Prepare for the seamy side of Victorian London ...
At the time of the 1861 Census, John was lodging with bricklayer Thomas Johnston and his wife Emma at No. 31 Sussex Street, Middlesbrough.Wednesday 1 January
I rode Joe's mare to Heaton House for my pipe case which I had left there. I only saw Charley. I met Marianne and turned back with her. Joe dined with us at the Bridge Foot. I was about house in the afternoon. I left by six o'clock train for Middlesbrough. Met Jno Peacock and Griffin at Northallerton Station, we came home together. I went with Muller to the Club and had a game at billiards.
[Charley – the son of Charles Francis George Clark of Heaton House, Ellinthorp. Marianne was the daughter. Muller – Charles Muller. JRS acted for him in obtaining naturalisation]
Thursday 2 January
At the office all day. Had tea with Elgee then went to the Club, from there I went home with Dixon and had supper. Stayed till about twelve then went home to bed.
[Mr J F Elgee was Manager of Backhouse's Bank. "The Club" is assumed to mean The Cleveland Club. In the C20 this was situated in Cleveland Street. Raylton Dixon (1838-1901), future shipbuilding magnate, was the same age as John but from a very different background. His Draft Bill of Costs ledger shows that John acted for Backhouse & Dixon in December 1861]
Friday 3 January
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| Dr John Richardson |
[Dr John Richardson and his family lived at No 25 Sussex Street. He was a former Mayor of Middlesbrough: see this earlier post]
Saturday 4 January
At the office all day. About eight o'clock I went to the Club, stayed till about ten then went home with Dixon and stayed till about twelve.
Sunday 5 January
Morning and evening to the Parish Church. Today is the first time I have been in the pew in the gallery allotted Elgee and me. After church in the morning I met Gillan and we went to Dixon's; he
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| Mr Gillan |
[The Parish Church was St Hilda's - do look at that link, beautiful photographs. It was demolished in 1969. Robert Gillan was an iron merchant]
Monday 6 January
At the office all day. At six o'clock I called and paid Dr Richardson's bill and had some punch. I then went home to tea, went to the Club around eight, stayed till ten then went home and read till half past eleven.
Tuesday 7 January
At the office all day. Walked round by the Dock home to dinner. At half past five I went down to Dixon's at the Ship Yard. We came up together, I had tea with him, he expected Charley I'Anson but he did not come. About eight we went to the Club, stayed till ten. I then went home and read for a short time and retired.
Wednesday 8 January
At the office till two o'clock. Stothart, Robinson and I went by 2:18 train to Stockton. I got my hair cut. We met Griffin, we all went and had a glass of beer at the Vane Arms. Stothart and I had a very jolly walk home, arrived at home about five. I then went to the office for a short time. Went to the Club about eight o'clock and stayed till half past ten. Went home and read for an hour and retired.
Thursday 9 January
At the office all day. About eight o'clock I went to the Club, stayed till about eleven and then Hopkins, Vaughan, Dixon and I called at Watson's and had some beer on our way home.
[William Randolph Innes Hopkins, ironmaster. There is a lovely collage of photos relating to Hopkins, Gilkes & Co Ltd here and an account of him here. Thomas Vaughan, ironmaster – JRS was to marry his wife's cousin]
Friday 10 January
At the office all day. I went to Elgee's to tea. After tea Dickinson came, in the [?] till half past one o'clock then went home to bed.
Saturday 11 January
At the office all day. John Peacock called about seven o'clock and we went to the Club where I stayed till after eleven. I then went home and Muller and I had some supper and a smoke, and I then retired.
Sunday 12 January
Morning to Parish Church. After church I called on Dixon and we walked up the Stockton road as far as Newport. We met Muller. I did not go out in the afternoon. Dixon came and had tea with me and then we went to church. After church Dixon and I walked down to my place and then we went to the Bank but Elgee was out. We then went and supped at Dixon's place.
[Raylton Dixon was brought up as a Quaker, but had loosened his ties with the Friends by now and was attending a Church of England service].
Monday 13 January
At the office all day. After tea Dixon called, we went to the Club. I went about nine o'clock to Elgee's Newcomen[?] Armstrong and Jackson were there. We played vingt un till half past one then went home to bed.
Tuesday 14 January
At the office all day. After tea I went with Muller to the Club, stayed till ten o'clock when I went home and read for an hour and then retired.
Wednesday 15 January
At the office all day. I went to the Club about eight o'clock and at half past nine Dixon and I went
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| Mr Lloyd |
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| Mrs Lloyd |
At the office all day. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till about ten o'clock then went home and read for a hour and retired.
Friday 17 January
At the office all day. At eight o'clock Stothart called and I went to the Annual Meeting of the Middlesbrough Second Provident Building Society. Peacock, Gill, Brewster and I were appointed Solicitors. This is the first meeting I have attended as I only got my two shares the other day. Jno Stevenson, Elgee, and Stothart went to my rooms after the meeting and smoked a pipe.
Saturday 18 January
At the office all day. Mrs Wm Hopkins was buried at Marton today. Went to the Club about eight o'clock and stopped playing pool until twelve with Tom Vaughan and another gentleman and McEwen and Arnett[?] then I went home to bed.
Sunday 19 January
Morning to Parish Church. I went from church with Gillan and wife and Dixon, we had some sherry
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| Mrs Gillan |
[Mr Gillan's wife was Agnes Walker; they married in Glasgow in 1861]
Monday 20 January
At the office all day. I went to the Club about eight o'clock and was there a short time when Stothart fetched me to his house to play whist with Elgee and Stevenson. Stayed till nearly half past eleven when I went home to bed.
Tuesday 21 January
At the office till two o'clock. Jno Peacock and I walked to my rooms and then we came back and dined with the Police at the Baltic Tavern. Had a jolly good feed, I left at six o'clock and went home to tea then I went to the Club and stayed till half past ten and went home with Dixon till nearly twelve then went home to bed.
Wednesday 22 January
At the office all day. After tea I went to the Club till about eight then I went to The Villas to see James Hopkins. John Peacock was there. We stayed till about eleven when I went home and retired.
[Southfield Villas]
Thursday 23 January
At the office all day. I went to Hopkins's works before dinner. Had some sherry with Lloyd and Hopkins. After tea I called on Dixon, we went to the Club for a short time thence went to the Villas to see Hopkins, Williams was there, we stayed till about twelve.
Friday 24 January
At the office all day. As I was leaving the office I jumped with McEwen and I went home to tea with him. After tea we went to the Club and had a game at billiards. Vaughan and a Mr Hall came. We played pool till half past twelve when I went home to bed.
Saturday 25 January
At the office all day. Called and saw Mrs Lloyd about five o'clock to enquire after the baby who is poorly. Dixon called on me and I went with him to tea . We then went to the club till about eleven, we walked round the town and he came to my place and had some supper, stayed till after twelve.
Sunday 26 January
Morning to Parish Church. After church in the morning Dixon and I walked home with Mr and Mrs Gillan. Gillan then had a walk with us. I had some luncheon with Dixon and then went home to dinner. I was in the house all afternoon. Robt Stephenson called. After church at night I went to Gillan's and stayed till half past eleven.
Monday 27 January
At the office till two o'clock. Went home to dinner and then Muller walked with me to Stockton on business. We just had time to catch the 4:20 train home. I went to the office for an hour. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till about twelve then went home.
Tuesday 28 January
At the office all day. About one o'clock I went to Hopkins's Works and saw Lloyd. I went home with him to dinner. Mrs Lloyd was at Stockton. I got back to the office at three. Was at home at tea. Went to the Club about eight o'clock and stayed till twelve.
Wednesday 29 January
At the office all day. At 8 o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till half past eleven and then went home to bed after sitting about an hour with Muller. I'anson of Stockton was married today.
Thursday 30 January
At the office all day. At eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till half past eleven.
Friday 31 January
At the office all day. Dixon called and asked me to tea. At six o'clock I went down to the Ship Yard and came back with Dixon and had tea with him. At eight o'clock we went to the Club and stayed till half past eleven.
Saturday 1 February
At the office all day. Went home with Hopkins to tea at six o'clock and stayed till about eight when we came to the Club and stayed till twelve.
Sunday 2 February
Morning and evening to Parish Church. In the house the rest of the day. After church at night Elgee went home with me and we sat an hour with Muller.
Monday 3 February
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went to the shipyard for Dixon, he came and had tea with me and about half past seven we went to his place and we all went to a Concert in the Town hall in aid of the Hartley Colliery sufferers. About nine there was an interval and a lot of us came out. McEwen and I did not return but had a game of billiards. I went home to supper at Lloyds, Miss Manton[?] Snowden was there. I got home about twelve.
Tuesday 4 February
At the office all day. About eight I went to Lloyd's. Dixon, Stevenson and Muller were there. We played cards till about one o'clock when we left. We supped about half past ten with Mrs Lloyd and Miss Manton[?] Snowdon.
Wednesday 5 February
At the office. Went to Stockton by 2:18 train on business. Stothart went by the same train. We met at the Black Lion and had some beer and then came back by the 4:15 train when I went to the office till six. Dixon came to my place after tea, we went to see Hopkins's company drill in the Town Hall. Elwon, Hopkins, Stevenson, Lloyd and Dixon Cannon and I went to Sackers[?] then Dixon and I set Hopkins home and came back to Dixon's. Gillan came in and Lloyd till half past eleven.
[Major Thomas Light Elwon. He lived at Skutterskelfe Hall at the time of the 1872 Post Office Directory]
Thursday 6 February
At the office all day. Down at Hopkins's Works in the morning on business. About eight o'clock Peacock, Stevenson and Muller came to my rooms, we played cards till about eleven.
Friday 7 February
At the office all day. Was reading at home till half past nine when Dixon and Charley I'Anson's brother called, and Muller and I went with them to Dixon's, played cards till nearly half past one when we came home.
Saturday 8 February
At the office all day. When I was sat at tea Gillan and Dixon came and I went with them to Gillan's to tea. McEwen was there. We stayed and played cards and had supper and left about twelve. We then went to Dixon's for a short time.
Sunday 9 February
In the morning to the Parish Church. After church walked home with Mr and Mrs Gillan and Miss Gillan. Dixon, Lloyd and I had a short walk. Dixon and I spent the day at Lloyd's and got home about twelve o'clock.
Monday 10 February
At the office till two o'clock. Went by 2:18 train with Lloyd to Stockton on business. Got home at 6:10, went up to the office. Was at home reading all night, retired about half past eleven.
Tuesday 11 February
At the office all day. Was at home reading in the evening. Gillan came in and left about half past ten, and Dixon came and stayed till half past eleven.
Wednesday 12 February
At the office all day. At half past five I walked to Dixon's Ship Yard. I met Muller, he went with me. We went and had tea with Dixon. After tea we went to the Club, expecting the room was finished papering, but it was not. Lloyd came there and I went home and supped with him. Left about half past eleven.
Thursday 13 February
At the office all day. Reading at home till eight then went to the Club till half past ten. Reading for an hour and then retired.
Friday 14 February
At the office all day. Before tea I had a walk on the Stockton road as far as Newport. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till half past ten, then read at home for an hour.
Saturday 15 February
At the office all day. About five o'clock Dixon called and we went and had a game at billiards. After tea I went again to the Club and stayed till about eleven. Dixon, Muller and I then went and supped at my rooms.
Sunday 16 February
Morning to Parish Church. After church Hopkins, Dixon and I went home with Gillan and wife and then we gentlemen walked to Hopkins's and had some beer. I was reading all the afternoon. At five o'clock Dixon called and we went to tea at Gillan's, spent the evening there, left about half past ten. I then smoked a pipe at Dixon's.
Monday 17 February
At the office all day. Did not get home to dinner till six as it was County Court Day. I met Hopkins going home at six o'clock and R Stephenson and I set him up, was at the Club in the evening.
Tuesday 18 February
At the office all day. After tea I went to the Club and from there at about half past eight to Dr Richardson's. Miss Weatherill was there. Hopkins, McEwen, Dixon and I were there. We played whist after supper. Mrs Richardson sang. We got home about twelve. Aunt Redmayne died at two
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[Helen Weatherill was the eldest of Mrs Richardson's unmarried sisters. Aunt Jane Redmayne was his mother's sister and lived in Stainforth]
Wednesday 19 February
At the office all day. Met Robinson of the Bank as I was leaving at night. We had a game of billiards. I went home to tea and about half past eight I went back to the Club stayed till half past ten and then went home with Hopkins for an hour. Holdsworth of Redcar was at the Club he asked me to go and dine with him on Friday.
[W H Holdsworth]
Thursday 20 February
At the office all day. Had tea with Dixon at seven. We went to the Club about half past eight and stayed till after eleven, then went home to bed.
Friday 21 February
At the office till eleven when I went by train to Redcar. Holdsworth and young I'Anson of Wakefield met me at the station and we walked nearly to Marske on the sands and then we met Oxley and returned with him. I dined with Holdsworth. After dinner we went to the Zetland Rooms and played billiards then had a cup of tea and I came home by the 6:40 train. I went to the Club and stayed till half past ten.
Saturday 22 February
At the office all day. About five Elgee called and we had a game at billiards. After tea I went back to the Club and stayed till about eleven, then Dixon, Muller and I had a walk in the town and we supped at my place. Dixon left about one o'clock.
Sunday 23 February
Morning and evening to Parish Church. The Archbishop of York preached twice. After church in the morning Muller and I walked with Mrs Simpson as far as Newport and then came home to dinner. After dinner Gillan called and we went round by the dock down to Cochrane's Works and found McEwen there. We went over the Works and came up to jetties. After church in the evening went to Lloyd's and stayed till after eleven.
[Cochrane & Co]
Monday 24 February
At the office all day. Went to the Club about eight, left at half past ten then went home to bed.
Tuesday 25 February
At the office all day. Lloyd called at half past five and I went with him to tea, we then went to the Club. I stayed till half past nine and then went home and read the rest of the evening.
Wednesday 26 February
At the office all day. Went by twelve o'clock train to Stockton, got back at one. At half past five I went to the Yard to Dixon. I went and had tea with him. About half past eight we went to the Club and from there we went with Lloyd and McEwen to Lloyd's to sup, played whist, stayed till after twelve.
Thursday 27 February
At the office. Went by 10:35 train to Stockton, got back at one o'clock. Reading at home till after eight then went to the Club and stayed till after eleven when I went home.
Friday 28 February
At the office all day. Walked as far as The Villas with Jno Peacock, at six o'clock came back and had tea with Muller. About eight we went to the Club. I stayed till quarter to eleven, went home and read.
Saturday 1 March
Holdsworth of Redcar dropped in whilst I was at breakfast. I went and had a game of billiards with him, he left at eleven. At the office all day. About six o'clock Muller and I had a game of billiards till seven when I went to tea at Gillans. Dixon was there , we played whist. Mrs Gillan and I played Gillan and Dixon. We left about half past eleven, I went to Dixon's with him and smoked a pipe and left a little after one.
Sunday 2 March
Morning to Parish Church. After church Gillan, Dixon and I walked home with Hopkins and Mrs Peacock, had some beer with Hopkins. After dinner Dixon, Gillan and I went to the Dock and Ship Yard as far as Cochrane's Works. Dixon and Muller had tea with me. About eight o'clock Dixon and I went to Lloyd's and stayed till after twelve. Robinson of the Bank was there, it snowed hard tonight.
Monday 3 March
At the office all day. Went about eight o'clock to the Club, stayed till half past eleven then went home to bed.
Tuesday 4 March
At the office all day. At six o'clock Muller and I walked to the top of Newport Hill and back. At eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till about eleven.
Wednesday 5 March
At the office all day. Went with Lloyd to tea. After tea we went and played billiards then went to hear Morrit the Conservative Candidate for the North Riding speak at the Odd Fellows Hall. From there we went to the Club and home. Morritt made a first rate address.
[W J S Morritt engaged JRS to canvas for him]
Thursday 6 March
At the office all day. Had tea with Muller. About eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till after eleven when I went home.
Friday 7 March
At the office all day. At six o'clock walked as far as the Villas with Jno Peacock. After tea I went to the Odd Fellows Hall to hear Milbank the Liberal Candidate for the North Riding and a jolly fool he is. Went from there to the Club and stayed till about half past eleven when I went home.
Saturday 8 March
At the office all day. Had a short walk before tea. About eight I went to the Club and went home with Lloyd to sup about half past nine. Stayed till half past eleven.
Sunday 9 March
Morning to Parish Church. I went home with Mrs Gillan and Mrs Bradley, then Lloyd, Gillan, Dixon and I went to the Ship Yard and from there I went to Lloyd's to dine. I stayed there till eleven o'clock and then I went home.
Monday 10 March
At the office. Canvassing for Morritt the North Riding Candidate all day. Went to the Club about eight o'clock and stayed till half past ten and then Jno Peacock and I went home with Dixon and stayed till after twelve. Mr Dobson of Linthorpe and I had lunch at the Station Hotel.
Tuesday 11 March
At the office canvassing all day. Dobson of Linthorpe had luncheon with me. Then canvassing we went to Dr Richardson's and I was introduced to Mrs Clarke of Guisborough. We went and met Morritt at 5:40 on his way from Guisborough to Stockton. At half past eight I went to the Club and stayed there till eleven.
Wednesday 12 March
At the office canvassing about here and there by myself. Had tea with Muller. Went to the Club a little after eight and stayed there a short time and Elgee, Dixon and I went to Lloyd's to sup. I played cards. Left about twelve.
Thursday 13 March
At the office all day. In the evening I went with Lloyd and Dixon to hear a great liberal meeting in favour of Milbank a candidate for the North Riding, and from there we went to the Club. Stayed till eleven and then went home.
Friday 14 March
At the office canvassing all day with Mr Thos Dobson and with Brewster till about seven o'clock. Dobson and I had lunch at Sackers. About half past eight I went to the Club and stayed there till about eleven.
Saturday 15 March
At the office. Canvassing nearly all day with Dobson and part of the day with Lloyd. Dobson and I had lunch at Sackers. About half past eight I went to the Club and stayed till about eleven when I went home.
Sunday 16 March
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After church in the morning I went to the Gillans and Gillan and I had a walk to the Dock. I was writing letters in the afternoon and went home after church at eight.
Monday 17 March
At the office. In the County Court from half past ten till half past six. Had two cases; lost one, won one. After tea I went to Mr Morritt's Committee Rooms, Mr Morritt came to tea and we all went to the Odd Fellows Hall where Morritt addressed a tremendous audience. It was a fearful crush. After the meeting I went to the Club and from there to Lloyds to sup, got home about twelve.
Tuesday 18 March
At the office, out canvassing all day. Went at five o'clock and saw a large iron ship launched at Richardson & Duck's Yard. In the evening went to the Club and stayed till after ten. Muller had tea with me.
[Richardson, Duck & Co]
Wednesday 19 March
At the office. Engaged all day for Morritt. Went with Lloyd to Stockton by twelve o'clock train and fine carriages for the Polling Day. Came back at half past two, dined with Lloyd. We then went to Brewster's office, after tea Morritt's Committee had a meeting. Was there till after eleven; then went home.
Thursday 20 March
Election for the North Riding, Polling Day. Was at Morritt's Committee Rooms from quarter to eight to six, with the exception of occasionally going out to get up voters. Dixon had tea with me. After tea we went to the Club and heard by telegraph that Morritt got in by a majority of nearly 500. A lot of us then went to the Globe and had some fun. Dixon went home with Muller and me to supper.
Friday 21 March
At the office all day. Had tea with Muller. About eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till after ten when I went home to bed.
Saturday 22 March
At the office all day. At five o'clock Muller called of me and we walked to Stockton Station and back. Got home about half past seven. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till twelve when I went home to bed.
Sunday 23 March
Morning to Parish Church. After church I went home with Gillan and wife, we met Dixon, we had some sherry and then Gillan and I walked to the Dock. Dixon went to Vaughan's. After dinner Gillan called and we went again round by the Dock. I then went home and did not go out again as I had a bad cold.
Monday 24 March
At the office all day. Went to tea at Dixon's and about eight we went to Gillan's, played whist and vingt un. Stayed for supper and left about half past twelve. I then went home with Dixon and sat nearly an hour then went home and retired.
Tuesday 25 March
At the office all day. About eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till after ten when I went home.
Wednesday 26 March
At the office till two o'clock then went by rail to Stockton, called at Crosby's but he was not in. Got home at half past four. Went to Gillan's at six o'clock, stayed till and then Gillan and I went to the Club. Stayed till about half past ten then went home.
Thursday 27 March
At the office all day. About six o'clock I walked round by the Dock House. About half past eight I went to the Club till nearly half past ten, then went home with Dixon for an hour.
Friday 28 March
At the office all day. Went to the Club about half past eight. Jas Hopkins and I had went to the Station Hotel and had some beer. I then went back to the Club and stayed till after ten when I went home.
Saturday 29 March
At the office all day. Had a short walk before tea. About half past eight I went to the Club and stayed till nearly eleven, then Dixon went home with me and Muller, he and I had supper. Dixon left about one.
Sunday 30 March
Morning to Parish Church. After service Dixon and I went home with Mr and Mrs Gillan the gentlemen & Lloyd had a walk to the cemetery. After dinner Gillan called on me & we & Dixon went to the Dock. I went to tea with Dixon and then we went to church. We then went to Lloyds to supper and stayed till after eleven.
Tuesday 1 April
About half past eight I walked to the Villas and called on Hopkins. We walked down together to the office. At the office all day. In the evening I went to the Club and from there Hopkins, Lloyd Dixon and I went with Dr Richardson, Mrs Lloyd and Miss Menton Snowdon and a Miss Weatherill of Guisborough were there. Had music and got home about twelve.
Wednesday 2 April
At the office all day. About six o'clock went to the Ship Yard for Dixon but he could not come. About half past eight I went to the Club and from there McEwen and I went home with Hopkins to oysters. Got home about twelve.
Thursday 3 April
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went round by the Dock and called at the Yard for Dixon. We met McEwen and went home with him to tea. Jno Peacock called on McEwen and we went to the Club together, from there Dixon and I went home with Hopkins and stayed till nearly twelve when we came home.
Friday 4 April
At the office till two o'clock. John Warwick of Boroughbridge was here, he dined with me and we went by the 2:28 train to Redcar. Strolled around the sands and got back at six o'clock. He went home. About eight I went to the Club and stayed there till twelve when I went home to bed.
Saturday 5 April
At the office all day. About five o'clock I went to the Club and played Tom Vaughan three games of billiards. I then had a walk round the Dock and went and had tea with Dixon. About eight o'clock we went to the Club for a few minutes and then we went to Gillans and played cards till supper. Left about twelve and then I smoked a pipe with Dixon till nearly one.
Sunday 6 April
Morning to Parish Church. After service Gillan, Dixon and I had a walk round the Dock. I was in the house all the afternoon. Went to church at night. Dixon came and sat in my pew. We then went round to Lloyd's to sup and stayed till half past eleven.
Monday 7 April
At the office till nearly two o'clock, at 2:18 Dixon and I went by train to Stockton and saw Durfoot [?] run a race against two or three others he won. Left the ground a little after six o'clock and went to tea at Charley I'Anson's. I was introduced to his wife; she is a very nice girl indeed. We came home by the 9:15 train and then went to Dr Richardson's. Hopkins and McEwen, Miss Weatherill and Miss Kate Weatherill, a sister and cousin of Mrs R were there. We played cards and had music, stayed till nearly one o'clock.
Tuesday 8 April
At the office all day. About six o'clock I had a short walk with Gillan and Muller. About half past seven Hopkins called and we went to Dixon's where was McEwen and we all went and heard George Dawson lecture on ill-used men, it was a very fair lecture. We then went to the Club for a short time.
Wednesday 9 April
Went by six o'clock train to Northallerton Sessions, Griffin, Fawcett and I had breakfast at the Lion. I then registered some deeds for my case over at the Sessions, and then Brewster and I dined at the Lion and came home by the three o'clock train. At the office about half past nine. Hopkins, Dixon and I went to McEwen's to sup, we played cards, got home about half past twelve.
Thursday 10 April
At the office all day. In the morning Holdsworth of Redcar called to say good-bye. I went with him to Hopkins's Works. At six o'clock I walked as far as the Villas with Jno Peacock. After tea I went to the station. Miss Helen and Miss Kate Weatherill were there. We walked about until the train from Stockton came in and then I set them home. I then went to the Club and stayed until after eleven.
Friday 11 April
At the office all day. Before tea had a short walk. After tea I went to the Club [The remainder of this day's entry is crossed out.]
Saturday 12 April
At the office all day. Before tea Stothart and I walked round by the Sailors' Trod. About eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till after eleven. From there Hopkins, Dixon, Muller and I went to Watson's to beer, and then Dixon went home with Muller and me, he stayed till nearly two o'clock.
Sunday 13 April
Morning went to Parish Church. Had a short walk with Gillan after service. Went to dine at Lloyds, Miss Minnie & Miss Menton[?] Snowdon were there. I stayed for tea and supper and got home about eleven.
Monday 14 April
At the office all day. Went to the Club about eight and stayed till after eleven.
Tuesday 15 April
At the office all day. About five o'clock Jno Peacock and I went down to Richardson & Duck's ship yard to see a launch but were too late. Muller and I had a short walk up Stockton Road before tea. About eight I went to the Club and stayed till after ten.
Wednesday 16 April
At the office all day. About half past eight I went to the Club and stayed till about eleven when I went home to read for an hour.
Thursday 17 April
At the office till after five o'clock, when I went home and packed up my traps and went by the six o'clock train to Boroughbridge. I travelled with Jennings (?) and his wife to Northallerton. At the station at Boroughbridge mother and Aunt Bell, and Joe and Sarah and Lizzie met me. I arrived at half past eight. I spent the evening at home.
18 April Good Friday
Had a walk to the Post Office before breakfast went to church in the mg & evg after mg service I walked with Joe & Sarah & Aunt Bell to Langthorpe we overtook Mrs Sampson & Miss Bottomley I went home to dinner After dinner I went to Joes we had a short walk but it came on wet. We all went to church together at night I went home with Uncle & Dora to supper Joe & I killed a rabbit with the dogs in Mr[s] Parkers field
Saturday 19 April
I was about in the Town & met Sampson of Langthorpe & went home with him & saw his wife & two of his sisters Miss Bottomley & Miss Selina both rather nice looking girls. I called at Mrs Parkers & I went to Uncle Hirsts to dinner to meet Capes After dinner I went to Steels & had some pistol shooting & then Steel & I walked to Woods of Skelton We got home about 6 it came on very wet About home the rest of the evening I met Marianne Clark in the street in the mg & walked up Town with her.
Sunday 20 April
Mg to Church stayed Sacrament Dined at home After dinner I walked as far as Aldbro' with Father on his way to church & I walked across the fields to Heaton House Mr & Mrs Chas Clarke & I had a long walk in the farm to see the sheep. I stayed tea after tea Marianne sang & then she & I walked to BB church together she sat with us After service I walked with Joe & Sarah & the Sampsons & Miss Bottomleys to Langthorp I came home to supper
Monday 21 April
Pistol shooting at Steels in the mg & then he & I went & called on the Misses Bottomley at Sampsons I went to dinner at Joes & we strolled about the orchard. About 3 o'clock Sampson drove me to Uncle Picks we stayed tea with him After tea I went to Uncle Wms we got home about 9. I went to Sampsons for a short time & from there to Joes till after 10 when I went home
Tuesday 22 April
About home in the mg. Just at dinner time Marianne Clark came She stayed a short time, then Mrs Chas Clarke called. I then went to Langthorpe & Joe & I came down together. Uncle Pick came, he Joe Sarah Lizzie Alice & I all went to Aunt Bells to tea & supper We kicked up a most tremendous row Got home about 10
Wednesday 23 April
With Joe most of the morning After dinner Marianne Clark rode down she rode as far as Joes I walked with her. Joe Sampson & I went with Baldrey rabbiting to the Langthorpe fields got nothing I stayed tea at Joes & we went down to the Bridge Foot Joe Sarah & I spet the rest of the evening at Sampsons Misses Bottomley were there. Got home about 10
Thursday 24 April
Called at Mr Lawsons but he was from home & at Mrs Sedgwicks also at Uncle Hirsts Joes & Mrs Parkers in the mg About home in the afternoon Aunt Bell had tea with us I left by 6 oclock train & got to Middlesbro at 9.15 Joe came as far as Brafferton with me to meet Sarah & Willie I went to the Club for a short time & from there home with Dixon where I stayed till 1/2 past 11
Friday 25 April
At the Office. Went by 2.18 train to Stockton on business. Mrs Lloyd went by the same train. We walked into Stockton together. I got back at 4.30 Reading at home till nearly 8 when I went to the Club till 10
Saturday 26 April
At the office all day. About five o'clock Dixon called at the office and we had a game of billiards. I then went home with him to tea. About eight I went to the Club and Dixon went to Gillans. Miss Bessie Walker (Mrs Gillan's sister came today) I stayed at the Club till nearly ten then went home. About half past ten Dixon came and stayed till about half past twelve.
Sunday 27 April
Morning to Parish Church. After service Mr and Mrs Lloyd, Mr and Mrs Gillan, Miss Bessie Walker, Dixon and I had a walk by Newlands round by the Marton Road home. I dined at Lloyd's. About three o'clock Robinson of the Bank came in and we walked to Mr Thos Dobsons and had tea, set home about half past nine, and then we supped at Lloyds and stayed till after eleven.
Monday 28 April
At the office all day. About half past six I had a walk round by the Dock. I then had a cup of tea at home and from there at eight o'clock went to a second cup at Gillan's. McEwen was there, we played cards; Miss Bessie Walker was there. We left at half past eleven. Went home and found Jno Peacock and Elgee at Mullers, we played cards till half past two.
Tuesday 29 April
At the office till two o'clock. At 2:30 Jno Peacock and I went by rail to Redcar. We had a walk on the sands and sat a long time on the sand hills, it was a beautiful day. We called and had some beer at Mrs Scott's and then came home at 5:40. Peacock had tea with me. We went to the Club and I went to see Gillan do drill and then I went to the Club and from there Peacock and I went home with Hopkins and stayed till after eleven.
Wednesday 30 April
I went to Hopkins's to breakfast and Jno Peacock, he and I walked down with Dunning[?] I went by bus to Stockton, I called at Faber & Wilson [Stockton solicitors] and ordered a suit of clothes of [Hatcher/Fletcher?] & Stevens[?] We got back at half past five. After tea I went for a short time to the Drill Ground and from there went to the Club. Elgee and I went home with Muller and his brother and we played cards till two o'clock.
Thursday 1 May
At the office all day. At half past five I went down to Muller's office, we came up by the Railway Wharfe home, he had tea with me. After tea we went with Mr and Mrs Lloyd, Mr and Mrs Gillan and Miss Bessie Walker to Sangers Circus; we had some fun. Hopkins and Peacock were there. We all came home together and Hopkins, Peacock and I supped at Lloyds and left at one o'clock.
Friday 2 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock I had a walk round the Sailors' Trod. Gillan came in to my place and had a cup of tea with me. Jno Stevrum? and Stothart called. Muller and I then went to the Drill Ground and saw Gillan's men drill. I came from the ground with Gillan and we went to the Club and from there Dixon and I went home with Hopkins and stayed till nearly twelve.
Saturday 3 May
At the office all day. Went to Lloyds about half past four, had a cup of tea with him and about seven Lloyd and I had a game of billiards. I then went with Dixon to Gillans to tea at eight. The ladies played vingt/un with us we stayed for supper and left about eleven. Dixon then went home with me and stayed till half past twelve.
Sunday 4 May
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After morning service Gillan and I went home with Dixon and had some sherry. In the afternoon we three had a walk to the dock and to the Ship Yard and then I went and had tea with Dixon and from there he went with me to church. I went home and supped with Muller and his brother. Returned about eleven.
Monday 5 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went to Muller's office and we met Dixon and went with him to the Ship Yard; he then went home with us and we all had tea in my room. After tea McEwen came in and we went to meet the volunteers returning from firing for prizes at Redcar at the station and then went to the Club and stayed till eleven.
Tuesday 6 May
At the office all day. Hopkins and Peacock had tea with me, we then went to the Villas and I had a pipe with Hopkins, he and I then came to the Club and at half past nine McEwen, he and I went back to Hopkins's, smoked a pipe and got home a little after eleven.
Wednesday 7 May
At the office. Went by 3:30 boat to Stockton to see Wilson about giving up my offices. Got back at 5:30. Had a walk round the Sailors' Trod before tea, about half past eight I went to the Club and stayed till ten when I went home and read for an hour and retired.
Thursday 8 May
At the office all day. About half past five I walked down to the Ship Yard but Dixon was not there I came home. At seven o'clock I went to Gillan's. Mr and Mrs Lloyd, Tom Vaughan and Dixon were there, we stayed to tea and supper, played cards Mrs Lloyd and Miss Walker sang and we spent a very pleasant evening. Left about twelve. The gentlemen then walked up and down The Terrace.
Friday 9 May
Called of Dixon on the way to the office. At the office all day. Had a short walk about six and then had a game of billiards. After tea I called on Brewster and we went to a Building Society Meeting, left about nine and I went to the Club till eleven and then Muller and I had a walk round the Town.
Saturday 10 May
At the office all day. About half past five I walked to the Cricket Field and saw a game. About eight Dixon called and we went to the Club till eleven then we had a walk in the town. Dixon supped with Muller and me and he stayed till after one.
Sunday 11 May
Went to church in the morning and walked home with Mrs Lloyd, I went in to Lloyd's for a few minutes, was in the house all afternoon. Muller came in and had tea with me and then he went with me to church in the evening. After service we walked down by The Villas and I went to Lloyds to sup and stayed till after eleven.
Monday 12 May
At the office all day. At five o'clock Lloyd and I had a game of billiards, the two Drs Richardsons were there. After tea Muller and I walked up Stockton Road and round by the fields to Linthorpe. We then went to the Club till about half past ten when I went home.
Tuesday 13 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock I walked down to the Ship Yard but Dixon was engaged. Went home to tea and at half past eight I went to the Club and stayed till half past ten when I went home and Muller and I had some supper.
Wednesday 14 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock had a walk nearly to Linthorpe and then round by the fields to the Stockton Road, then home to tea. After eight I went to the Club till ten when Dixon and I had a walk in the town and Dixon supped with me and left at twelve.
Thursday 15 May
At the office all day. Muller had tea with me. At seven o'clock I went to a Conservative Registration Meeting at the Globe; there was a very good attendance. Mr Wm Hopkins was made chairman, Brewster and I agents. Left about nine and went to the Club till eleven then went home.
Friday 16 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock Muller and I had a walk round by the Sailors' Trod. I had tea with him. About eight Dixon called, we had a walk in the town and then went to the Club. From there I went home with Lloyd to sup and stayed till after eleven. Lloyd's dog Nero was run over by the train today and killed.
Saturday 17 May
At the office all day. At six o'clock I had a walk round the Sailors' Trod. At nine o'clock Dixon called with an invitation to Gillans but I did not go as I was not particularly well. I had a walk in the town and was at the Club, got in about twelve.
Sunday 18 May
Morning to Parish Church. After service Mrs Lloyd and I walked to Newlands where we found Lloyd. About three o'clock Gillan called and we had a walk to Cochrane's Works and saw them tap iron. I had tea and supper at Lloyds and got home a little after eleven.
Monday 19 May
At the office. Mrs Gillan was confined early this morning a girl at three o'clock Dixon called and he and I went to the Cricket Field and saw Blondin perform on the tight rope and were much pleased. About 5,000 people were on the Ground. Charley I'Anson Joe I'Anson and I had tea with Dixon after tea Gillan came in & we went to the Club Charley Ianson & I had a stroll about half past ten Joe I'Anson had gone home. I supped at Dixon's and got home about twelve.
Tuesday 20 May
At the office all day. After tea Muller & I had a walk up Stockton round & round by the fields by Linthorpe home & then we went to the Club stayed there till ½ past 10 when we had a short stroll & went home
Wednesday 21 May
At the office all day – at 6 o'clock I walked to the Ship Yard Dixon had left I went & had tea with Dixon Jno Peacock called & we went to the Club till after 10 when Dixon Muller & I had a stroll Dixon supped with us he left about 12.
Thursday 22 May
At the office all day. At 6 o'clock I had a walk round by the Dock After tea Stothart called after he left Robt Stephenson called he & I went out & met Jas Hopkins & Muller we all walked to the Toll Bar on the Marton Road & then went to the Club & stayed till 10. I had a stroll. aFter I had been in a bed a short time Dixon & Muller came to my bedroom
Friday 23 May
At the office all day. At 6 o'clock Muller & I had a short walk. After tea we went to the Club & stayed till 10 when Dixon & I had a walk in th eTown I went & had supper with Dixon & got home at 12.
Saturday 24 May
At the office all day. about ½ past 5 Jno Peacock called & we had a splendid walk round by Acklam got home to tea at 8. After tea Gillan Jno Stevenson & Muller came in we sat some time then went to the Club for a short time when Muller & I had a stroll then went home –
Sunday 25 May
About ½ past 11 Muller & I had a long walk round by the fields to Acklam & back by the Stockton Road got home at two After dinner Gillan called & sat some time then he & I walked to Cochrane's Works then I went home to tea & went to church After service Jno Peacock & I had a walk to North Ormesby About 10 Muller & I had a turn out we met Mrs Googer & Mrs Welsh & we walked round by the Boro' Hotel with them we then went home.
Monday 26 May
At the office all day. At 6 o'clock I went with Jas Hopkins & Peacock to tea with Hopkins we then went to the Cricket Field for a while & then to the Club went home about 11
Tuesday 27 May
At the office all day. At 6 o'clock Jno Peacock & I walked up the Stockton road & round by Linthorpe home whilst I was at tea Dixon called & then Jno Peacock called we went to the Club About ½ past 9 I went home with Lloyd to supper & stayed till ½ past 11
Wednesday 28 May
At the office all day. At 5 o'clock Lloyd called & we had a game at billiards & then I went with Lloyd to tea Abt[?] 8 we went to the Club & stayed till 10 when Dixon & I had a stroll & I supped at Dixon's I left at 12
Thursday 29 May
At the office all day. I met Miss Walker in the street she introduced me to Miss Hamilton Gillan. At noon I was at the Dock & called of Dixon we walked up together. In the evening Dixon & I had a short walk he had tea with me we went to the Club about 8 till 10 when we had a stroll – Miss H.G. is a very nice height very good eyes nose not quite so good but on the whole a very pleasing face & I should fancy a very jolly girl & has a good figure
Friday 30 May
At the office all day. Dixon called at my lodgings at dinner time we met Dr Richardson & went home with him & had a bottle of Claret & from there we went with him to Lloyds with a Canary but Mr & Mrs L. were out. At 5 Dixon & I had tea with Lloyd & we & McEwen went by 6 o'clock train to Stockton theatre. Dixon & I called on the Iansons We saw the Colleen Bawn had some beer after theatre & came home in a cab went to Lloyds had some beer & got home a little after one
[The Colleen Bawn by Boucicault]
Saturday 31 May
At the office all day. At 5 o'clock I went to the Club a lot of fellows were there we stayed till 6 I had tea with Muller About ½ past 8 I went to the Club for an hour & then went to Lloyds Robinson Stevenson & Monkhouse of Darlington were there we played cards till nearly 12. I went home.
Sunday 1 June
Morning to Parish Church. After service I went home with Mrs Lloyd. Lloyd, the Monkhouses and I had a walk round by The Villas. We met Gillan, Miss Walker, Mrs Gillan and Dixon. Dixon and I spent the day at Lloyds. After tea Monkhouse left for London. Dixon, Lloyd and I then went to the Works, came back and stayed till eleven. Dixon went home with me and smoked a pipe.
Monday 2 June
At the office all day. At six o'clock Gillan and Dixon called and we had a walk up the Ormesby Road and laid down in a field for which we got into a row with a farmer who said he would summon us before the Magistrates. I had tea with Dixon, we then went to McEwen's but he was out. From there we went to the Club. About half past ten we had a stroll and then came home.
Tuesday 3 June
At the office. At three o'clock I went to the Ship Yard and Dixon and I walked to Ormesby Gardens and got Mrs Gillan some flowers. We got a ride home in a Spring Cart. I had tea with Dixon and we went to McEwen's and from there to the Club. Left about eleven. Gillan, Dixon and I were summoned before the Magistrates for the trespass in a field but Gillan got the case settled.
Wednesday 4 June
At the office. Went by 2:18 train to Stockton on business, returned at 4:30. Robinson and R Stephenson went and returned by the same train. When we got home I played Robinson at billiards. I then went and saw Gillan at the Dock and went home to tea. About seven I went to a second tea at Gillan's. Saw Mrs G for the first time since her confinement. I saw the baby. Miss B Walker and Miss H B Gillan were there. Went about nine to the Club.
Thursday 5 June
At the office all day. At six o'clock I walked to the Dock. Met Gillan and R Stephenson. I returned with them. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till about ten when I went home with Dixon to sup. I stayed till after twelve with him. I received by post brought a pair of gloves from Miss Bessie Walker and one from Hannah Gillan being bets on the Derby run yesterday.
Friday 6 June
Called to see Gillan on my way to the office. I saw the girls for a minute. At the office all day. About seven o'clock I went to Gillan's and sat with the ladies till after eight when Gillan and I went to Lloyd's. Dr Richardson and Elgee were there and we had supper and played vingt et un till after one o'clock. It was Lloyd's birthday.
Saturday 7 June
At the office till dinner time. On going to dinner I met Harmonie (?) Gillan and Bessie Walker near the Station Hotel they turned back with me and we walked round into Albert Road as I wanted to see Dixon but he was out. At 2:35 Jennings and I went by train to Ormesby, we spent some time in the gardens. We then went and had tea with Mr and Mrs Peirson. After tea we time in the garden and field adjoining the house. We stayed supper and left at half past ten. We walked home. Just as I was going into my lodgings I met Dixon we had a stroll in the town , he then went in with me. Muller, and Jno Peacock came in they stayed till after one.
Sunday 8 June
Morning to Church. After service Dixon and I sat for an hour at Gillan's. After dinner Dixon called, we saw the funeral procession of a Volunteer pass, we then went to Gillan's and Gillan and Bessie and Harmonie (?) walked with us up the Stockton Road and round back by Linthorpe, and over the fields on to Stockton Road home. I went home to tea and then Muller and I went round by Acklam and back by Marton, got home about ten. Sally/Selby for 1st time
Whit Monday 9 June
At the office part of the day, being a holiday there was nothing doing, it came on wet in the afternoon. I was to have gone with the Gillans and Dixon to Saltburn but did not. At four o'clock Muller and I had a game at billiards. After tea we again went to the Club. I went home with Dixon about half past seven & we got tea. We then went to McEwen's for a short time and back to the Club. Dixon had supper with Muller and me and stayed till after twelve.
Tuesday 10 June
At the office all day. About six Dixon called. We had a short walk and he had a cup of tea with me but left directly as he was going to Gillan's. I went to the Club and left about ten. Had a short walk, went home and was just getting undressed when Dixon came, he stayed a short time.
Wednesday 11 June
At the office. Went by 2:28 train to Redcar to see Uncle and Mrs Henlock who were staying there. Miss Steele of Boroughbridge was also there. I had a stroll on the sands with Uncle and stayed for tea and got home by the six o'clock train. Went with Dixon for a short time to McEwen's and from there to the Club.
Thursday 12 June
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went to Gillan's office. We came up together Dixon overtook us. I went with Dixon to tea. Lloyd came and sat for some time with us. About eight Dixon and I went to Gillan's and the eldest of the Misses Walker was there having come a day or two ago. We spent a very jolly evening singing and card playing. Left at twelve and then I went with Dixon to smoke a pipe.
Friday 13 June
At the office all day. About five Gillan called, I went with him to his office. We then came up and had a game of billiards, I then went to Lloyd's to tea. After tea Lloyd and I had a walk down by The Villas and then went to the Club about half past nine McEwen and I went home with Hopkins and stayed with him till nearly twelve.
Saturday 14 June
At the office all day. After tea I went to the Club and stayed till about ten. Had a stroll. Dixon, Muller and I had supper at my place. Dixon stayed till nearly one.
Sunday 15 June
Morning to Parish Church. After service Dixon and I went home with the Gillans and Bob, Bessie Walker, H… Gillan, Dixon and I walked round by The Villas. After dinner Dixon called and we went to Gillan's and the same party went with us to Ormesby and came back by the fields, a very jolly walk. Got home at seven. Dixon had tea with me. About nine we had a stroll and I supped with Dixon , stayed till nearly twelve.
Monday 16 June
At the office all day. About six I walked as far as The Villas and met Hopkins, went with him to tea and we took a cab to the Barracks as Hopkins was going to drill. We stayed a short time and then I went home with Hopkins and from there to the Cricket Field. We then went to the Club and from there we adjourned with Gillan to Dixon's, played whist and left about half past one.
Tuesday 17 June
At the office all day. After tea went to the Club and stayed till about ten, had a short stroll and went home. Read till eleven then retired.
Wednesday 18 June
At the office. At three o'clock Robinson and Last of the National Bank and I walked by Cargo Fleet, through Eston on to the top of Eston Nab. We had a beautiful view. We walked back again by Ormesby. We had a beer both going and coming back at Eston. We got home a little after half past eight after a most delightful walk. I went to the Club for a short time then went home and retired about eleven.
Thursday 19 June
At the office all day. At six o'clock went to the Ship Yard for Dixon. He came and had tea with me about eight we went to the Club till ten. We then had a short stroll and we had some supper at my place. Dixon left about twelve.
Friday 20 June
At the office all day. About six o'clock I went to the Dock and Gillan and I walked round by the Boro' Hotel. About eight I went to Gillan's and stayed till half past nine. Dixon was there. I left him there but I had some things to do at home so left, had a short stroll with Muller and went to bed about eleven.
Saturday 21 June
At the office till four o'clock. Had a game at billiards with Lloyd. Went by six o'clock train to Boroughbridge. Went in the van with the guard from Preston Junction to Northallerton and smoked all the way. Miss Steele of Boroughbridge went home on the same train but we did not travel together. I got home at 8:30. Mr and Mrs Workman were at the Bridge Foot. After supper I walked home with Joe and saw Sarah and then went home.
Sunday 22 June
Mg to BB Church I sat with the Misses Stott. After service I walked round with the Hirsts & met Steele & went & saw his new horse. About 4 o'clock I went to Joes & had tea – Sarah & I walked down with the Sampsons to BB Church in the evening. I supped at Steeles & stayed till after 10
Monday 23 June
Barnaby Day. Had a turn in the fair before breakfast with Mr Workman. At the office & in the fair & at Uncle Hirst's all the morning. Dined with a lot of gentlemen at Uncle Hirst's, between dinner and tea I had a stroll with Mr Workman and went back to Uncle's to tea. After tea Capes and I went to the Bridge Foot and saw the fair with Joe. I met Steele in the fair, we were rifle shooting at one of the galleries.
Tuesday 24 June
In the fair and about. Had some bitter beer with Jacob Smith at The Crown The Charles Clarke people, Jane Capes and Hawksley and Sarah and Joe had tea at the Bridge Foot. We had a stroll in the fair. Dr Cunynghame and Jim Sedgwick came to supper, they left about ten. I had a stroll in the fair. I was introduced by Jane Capes to Miss Beaumont of Knaresborough in the fair, a glorious girl, and to a Miss Carter who was with her and to Ridsdale D Beaumonts assistant, an old school fellow of mine. We went to the Bridge Foot and I saw them off from the Crown.
Wednesday 25 June
About home all day except before dinner I went with Sampson. He leapt a horse of his seven times over some stack bars. He came down to the town with me. The Misses Appleton had tea at the Bridge Foot. I left by the six o'clock train for Middlesbrough. I saw Mr and Mrs Jefferson at Northallerton Station and they introduced me to a Miss Peirson, a very pretty girl. J Peacock met me and had supper and a short stroll with me.
Thursday 26 June
At the office all day. John Peacock and I went and saw Dixon at his lodgings on our way to dinner. At half past five I went to the Ship Yard, came home and had tea with Dixon. After tea we went to McEwen's and there we walked round by Linthorpe and through the fields to Stockton road home. We had some supper at McEwen's, played vingt un and stayed till about half past twelve.
Friday 27 June
At the office all day. I had tea with Mrs Muller. After tea we had a walk as far as the Toll Bar on the Ormesby road. Then I went to Lloyd's and had tea about nine, stayed there till eleven when I went home. Brewster invited me to go tomorrow and stay till Monday with them at Redcar which I accepted.
Saturday 28 June
Had a short note from Tom Morley at Redcar asking me to go and stay with him and Annie till Monday but could not as I promised to go to the Brewsters. At the office. Went by the 4:30 train to Redcar. Brewster met me at the station. I also saw Tom Morley there after tea Mr and Mrs Brewster, Johnny and I had a long walk on the sands towards Marske and then Brewster and I had a long stretch towards the Tees Mouth. We then had supper and retired about eleven. The Brewsters were at No.4 Bath Terrace.
Sunday 29 June
In the evening Mr and Mrs Brewster, the boys and I went to Coatham Church. After service we had a stroll on the sands. We dined about half past one and then I called on Tom and Annie Morley and Miss Richardson at No.52 High Street and sat about an hour. I then had a cup of coffee with the Brewsters and we again went to Coatham Church. It came on wet in the evening so we did not get out after church.
Monday 30 June
Had a stroll on the sands. Brewster and I came up on the 8:45 train. Annie Morley came by the same train on her way to Darlington. Tom set her to the station. At the office. I called at Gillan's office, then I went and saw Dixon at the Ship Yard. I met the Gillan girls. Dixon called on me at dinner. At night I went to the Ship Yard, had tea with Dixon, and then he and I went to the station and met Annie Morley returning from Darlington. We then went back to Dixon's. Gillan and Hopkins called and we all went to Hopkins, played whist, and left about half past twelve.
Tuesday 1 July
At the office all day. Lloyd called at six o'clock, I went with him to tea, we had a walk round by The Villas and called at Dixon's. Hopkins and Dixon and Gillan came to Lloyd's about eight, had supper and played vingt un till nearly two o'clock.
Wednesday 2 July
Left by the six o'clock train to Northallerton Sessions with John S…[?] and Jno Peacock. I had two cases, got them both done today. We three had breakfast at the Lion. Peacock and I also dined at six o'clock with Fawcett of Yarm there I went and saw Jefferson for a short time. Got home at 9:30, had a stroll and retired being very tired.
Thursday 3 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went a walk round by the Sailors' Trod. After tea Lloyd came in and sat an hour and a half. Stothart also came in for a short time. I had a stroll in the town and after reading retired at 10:45.
Friday 4 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock I set Peacock to The Villas. At half past seven Lloyd called. We walked to the Cricket field and back. At eight Jno Peacock and I went to the second Provident Building Society meeting. Left about nine, we met Dixon, we went together to The Villas and Dixon and I went on to the Cricket field where was Hopkins. We came away together, I came straight home.
Saturday 5 July
At the office all day. Reading at home from six to eight o'clock when I went to Lloyds, stayed there till eleven when I went home to bed. I ought to have gone to Gillan's to dinner tonight to meet Bessie Walker and Harmonie/Hannie?? Gillan for the last time as they leave on Monday, but I was engaged at Lloyd's. Old Walker, the grandfather of Mrs Gillan, was there having come to fetch home the girls.
Sunday 6 July
Morning to church. Walked home to Gillan's and girls, the Lloyds, Hopkins and Dixon. Hopkins, Dixon and I went in to Lloyd's, I stayed dinner but the other two left. I spent the day at Lloyd's. Dr Richardson, Hopkins and Dixon came in after church at night, the doctor left before supper, the rest of us stayed till after eleven.
Monday 7 July
Went to the station at nine o'clock and saw Miss Bessie Walker and Miss H… Gillan and Mr Walker off by train to Glasgow. The Gillans and Miss Walker, Hopkins and Dixon were at the station. Hopkins was going to Newcastle. At the office all day. At 5:40 Dixon and I went by train to Stockton and had a game of billiards at the Black Lion and then we went to Charley I'Anson's to tea. A Miss Longbotham was there. We had singing &c spent a very pleasant evening. Returned by the 9:15 train and stayed at Dixon's till 11:30.
Tuesday 8 July
At the office all day. At 5.30 I walked to the Ship Yard Dixon came up & had tea with me. After tea Lloyd came in & we had walk we met Jim Hopkins & we all went to the Cricket Ground Lloyd Dixon & I then had a pipe in my room & we set Lloyd home Dixon & I then had a game at billiards at The Station Hotel & went home
Wednesday 9 July
At the office all day. At 6 o'clock I called for Gillan & we went to the Ship Yard for Dixon & walked up together Dixon & I went at 7 to tea at Gillans stayed till 8 when we all went to Lloyds to supper as it was the baby's birthday. Hopkins Dr Richardson Gillan Dixon Stephenson Stothart & Robinson were there. Hopkins's band was playing We played loo stayed till ½ past 2
Thursday 10 July
Hopkins called and we walked to the office together. At the office till dinner. At three o'clock Lloyd called and we went to the Cricket Field and saw Middlesbrough play against Duncombe Park, it was showery and spoilt the play. Left at six o'clock and walked up to the office. After tea, Hopkins, Stephenson and Dixon called. About nine Dixon and I had a game at billiards at the Station Hotel. I went home with Dixon and he found his brother John there. Stayed till nearly twelve.
Friday 18 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock Muller and I went to Stockton Cherry Fair by rail. Jim Hopkins and his brother Harry went by same train and saw the sports out of the Black Lion windows. Lots of people were there. Lloyd, Gillan, Dixon, I'Anson, &c Muller & I came home by nine o'clock train and I had a game of billiards at the Station Hotel. I was out of sorts today.
Saturday 19 July
At the office. Muller and I went by 4:30 train to Redcar, strolled about, I had tea with Annie Morley and she came out, we met Muller and we all had a walk for a long time on the sands. Miss Morley then went in and Muller and I had two games at billiards at the Zetland Rooms and came home by train, reaching Middlesbrough about eleven.
Sunday 20 July
In the morning to the Parish Church. After service I went with Gillan and wife and Miss Walker to Newlands. About three Gillan called and he and I and Muller went as far as Cochrane's Iron Works. We got home about six, Muller had tea with me and I did not go out anymore, my cold was so bad.
Monday 21 July
At the office all day. About 7 Lloyd called we walked round by the Villas & to the Cricket field for Jim Hopkins we all went home with Hopkins Old Hopkins was there & Gillan & Dixon Left a little before 11
Tuesday 22 July
At the office. At half past one I dined at Lloyds. Mr and Mrs Lloyd and I went by 2:18 train to Redcar and Dr Richardson went with us. I took a letter to Mrs Godfrey Binns, who with her husband is staying at Redcar, from Jane Capes. Sat half an hour, Mrs Godfrey was out. I then called on Annie Morley and we had a long stroll on the sands. I then had tea with her and she set me to the station. Lloyd and the doctor were there, Mrs Lloyd had gone before. Got home at seven. Went to tea at Lloyd's , stayed till half past ten. The doctor came in.
Wednesday 23 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went to the Ship Yard, Dixon came up and had tea with me. Gillan and Lloyd called and we walked to the Borough Hotel to see Hopkins march past with his Company. We then went to Dixon's for a while and then Dixon and I adjourned to the Station Hotel and had a game at billiards. Muller was there, he came out with us and we had a stroll.
Thursday 24 July
At the office. Went by 2:18 train to Darlington on business, got back at 4:30. Was at Hutchinson & Lucas's office. Backhouse and I went up together and went in the street Railway from the station. After tea Dixon called I went with him to the station on his way to Redcar. Gillan was there, he went with me to the office. I went home with him for a short time. I then went to Lloyds and stayed till eleven.
Friday 25 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock I met Gillan, we walked to the Ship Yard, Dixon was not there. Went home, Lloyd called, we walked to the Cricket field and stayed there a short time. I went and met Dixon coming by the train from Stockton, we played billiards at the Station Hotel till nearly eleven.
Saturday 26 July
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went by train to Knaresborough, got there at half past nine. Capes was at the station. I went home with him, Jane was at Doncaster.
Sunday 27 July
Mg & Evg Capes & I went to the new Church I saw Miss Burrows[?] there in the evening. In the afternoon we kept house & after service in the evening we had a very jolly stroll on the Crag Top
Monday 28 July
Started at nine for London. Met Gillan, Dixon and Lloyd, and Brodie Cochrane at York station. We all travelled together; left York at ten and arrived at Kings Cross at five. We went to the Tavistock and dined then went to the Adelphi and to the Argyle Rooms and from there to Cremorne where Lloyd, Dixon and I had a jolly spree. Stayed there till after two. Met a friend of mine & I went with that friend to Bayswater and stayed all night.
[The Adelphi Theatre in the Strand. The Argyll Rooms offered music, dancing & prostitution. The Cremorne Gardens near Battersea Bridge, offered alfresco amusement: concerts, dancing fireworks, marionettes balloon ascents ballets, farces and equestrian exhibitions. Admission one shilling. See
The Dictionary of Victorian London.
"Friend" is a euphemism]
Tuesday 29 July
Left Bayswater at eleven. Went to the Tavistock then called on Leond Segwicks and from there to Grays Inn, called at the office and saw Sharpe I then called at the Thompsons' and saw them and dined at six at Izants. I then went to the Olympic and there met Gillan and Dixon and from there we went to Garrs's[?] and from there Gillan and I went to the Haymarket and had some coffee, got home about two.
Wednesday 30 July
Walking about the West End and to the Zoological Gardens then Gillan and I dined at Izants in Holborn and met Lloyd and Dixon at the Tavistock. A Mr Ellis, a friend of Gillan's, came and we all went to the Haymarket Theatre and saw Lord Dundreary and had some jolly fun. From there Lloyd and I went to Cremorne and had some glorious fun, then came back to the Haymarket, had some coffee, got home about four.
[Lord Dundreary was the title character of Our American Cousin by Tom Taylor]
Thursday 31 July
Went and had our likeness taken at Watkins Regent Street [Herbert Watkins photographic studio]
[This photograph, right, was taken at Watkins and must be John]
Stayed there some time.
Came back to Simpson's in the Strand to dinner. Lloyd and I went to Westons[?] and from there to the London Eldorado and then to Cremorne where we met Gillan and Dixon and Ellis; stayed there till after two and then Dixon, Lloyd and I went to the Haymarket and to Kate Hamilton's. Got home at four.
[The Eldorado was part of Saville House, Leicester Square. The building contained cafés, exhibitions, theatres, etc and burned down in 1865.
Kate Hamilton's was the largest and most expensive brothel in London. Gentleman had to be prepared to spend six pounds or more for the night]
Friday 1 August
Went to the Exhibition with Lloyd in a Hansom. Loafed about there all day; it is a magnificent sight. Met Gillan and Dixon there. Gillan left early. We three dined at the International Bazaar and then walked in the Park, from there by bus to The Tavistock. Lloyd, Dixon
[Following the success of the Crystal Palace Exhibition in 1851, a second Great Exhibition was held in 1862 at South Kensington, now the site of the Science Museum and Natural History Museum]
[The photograph, left, was taken at Watkins and would seem to be of Mr Gillan]
Saturday 2 August
Got to the Tavistock from Pimlico at eleven. Had breakfast. Went to Capes's office and from there to Regent Street. At two we all started by Omnibus for the Exhibition, stayed there till five. Came back and dined at Simpson's in the Strand. I then went to the Tavistock got my traps and took a Hansom to Tom's to stay till Monday. Tom [Stubbs, his brother], Tom [Sedgwick, from Boroughbridge], Roger [almost certainly Sedgwick, Tom's brother] and I went to the Philharmonic Music Hall Islington, got back around one.
[The Philharmonic Music Hall opened in 1860 and was one of the foremost music halls of its day]
Sunday 3 August
At ten Tom and I went from Kingsland Station to Acton and walked from there to Ealing. Met our Lizzie, who was staying there, and Emily Stubbs coming out of church. Spent the day at Mrs John's [Mrs John Stubbs]. After tea Mrs John, Lizzie, Miss Grant, Tom and I walked to Brentford, the ladies went to church and we walked on to Kew Gardens. Stayed there till nine when we went back to Tom's lodgings.
Monday 4 August
Went back to the Tavistock, went into Regent Street with Gillan. We all went by rail to the Crystal Palace and stayed there till nearly six. Came to the Tavistock and fed. Gillan and Dixon went at nine o'clock to Glasgow. Lloyd and I went to the London Pavilion, met a friend there, we all went to the Argyle Rooms and from there Lloyd and I went home with our friend. I stayed all night.
Tuesday 5 August
Got to the Tavistock at 9 to breakfast. Lloyd & I left Kings X at 10 for home Got to York at 5 Had some dinner at the Refreshment Room. Did not get to Middlesbro till 10 o'clock, when I went home to bed being very much tired
Wednesday 6 August
At the office all day. Had tea with Muller and Crusee who was taking care of Gillan's business whilst he was away. We had a walk round by the Sailors' Trod and then had a game at billiards at the Station Hotel. Went home and read till eleven, then retired.
Thursday 7 August
At the office all day. In the evening Muller Crusee and I had a game at billiards at the Station Hotel.
Friday 8 August
At the office all day. Reading at home till after eight when I went to see McEwen and sat with him till eleven, then went home. Crusee came into my rooms and sat till half past twelve.
Saturday 9 August
At the office. At 2:30 went to Redcar to stay till Monday with Capes and Jane at 124 High Street. Lloyd and I went down together. Capes met me at the station. We went to see a cricket match at Coatham till tea time, after tea Jane went with us, we had a long stroll on the sands. Capes and I then went for a short time to the Zetland Rooms. Nellie Baines was with Jane when we got back. She sat a short time and Capes and I set her home.
Sunday 10 August
Capes, Jane and I went to Coatham Church in the morning and came back by the sands. After dinner Capes and I smoked on the sands and just saw for a moment Binns and his wife starting for a drink. Capes and I went to Coatham Church again in the evening. After supper he and I went for a short time to the Swan.
Monday 11 August
Capes left at half past five this morning for Boroughbridge. I came to Middlesbrough at nine. At the office. Gillan and Dixon came from Glasgow at half past four. I met them at the station. Reading at home till eight. Went to Dixon's, Gillan was there. We went along to tea at Gillan's with Miss Walker. Left about ten. Dixon and I walked to The Villas, he told me he was engaged to Miss Bessie Walker.
Tuesday 12 August
At the office all day. At quarter to six I met Gillan and we went to the Ship Yard for Dixon and went home with him to tea. We then went to my place and smoked till nearly ten. I read a short time and went to bed.
Wednesday 13 August
At the office till half past four. I went to Redcar with Lloyd to stay all night, after dinner Lloyd and Mrs Lloyd and I walked on the sands. We met Jane Capes, Dora Hirst, Mrs Binns and Alice Stubbs. We walked a short time and then I went and sat at Jane's for a short time, set Mrs Binns home, and went to the Lion for Lloyd. Had a game at pool, went to Lloyd's to tea about half past ten, and retired about twelve.
Thursday 14 August
Had a stroll on the sands before breakfast and met Dora Hirst, went and sat with her a short time at their lodgings. Had breakfast at Lloyds and they and I came home by the 8:45 train. At the office all day. Dixon and I went by the 6:05 train to Stockton to Charley I'Anson's. We met the I'Ansons in the street. We left there soon after eight, called at the Black Lion for a few minutes and came home. Gillan met us at the station and we went and had some grub at Dixon's. Left about twelve.
Friday 15 August
At the office all day. In the evening Gillan came to my rooms. He stayed some time and I went home with him. We played cards with Miss Walker. I left about half past ten and went home.
Saturday 16 August
At the office. Went by 2:30 train to Redcar to stay till Monday with Jane Capes and Dora Hirst. Dora and I had a stroll on the sands before tea and Jane and I had one after. I then went to the Lion and played billiards and went home about half past eight.
Sunday 17 August
Morning I called at the Lion for Gillan and McEwen and we went to Coatham Church. We met with Lloyd and Dixon returning and we had some beer at the Lion. After dinner I had a smoke on the sands and a long walk with Wm Hopkins. Dora, Alice Stubbs and I went to Coatham Church in the evening. Was in the house the rest of the night as it was wet.
Monday 18 August
Came by the 8:45 train to Middlesbrough. Gillan, Dixon, Lloyd and McEwen came by the same train. At the office all day. At six o'clock I met Gillan and we walked towards the Ship Yard and met Dixon. I went home and had tea with Muller and he and I had a short walk. At half past eight I went to McEwen's to sup. Gillan and Dixon were there, we played whist. Left at half past eleven.
Tuesday 19 August
At the office all day. After tea I had a walk round by the Sailors' Trod. Gillan was with Muller when I got back. We sat with him till eleven when Gillan left and I retired.
Wednesday 20 August
At the office. At four o'clock Lloyd and I drove their Chestnut in the dog cart to Redcar. We took Jas Hopkins and picked up Carl Bolckow and dropped them at Marton. Lloyd and I got to Redcar at half past five, dined, and stayed all night at Lloyd's, called at Jane Capes, played billiards at the Lion with Lloyd. Retired about half past eleven.
Thursday 21 August
Left Redcar quarter to nine and Lloyd and I drove home, got home about ten. At the office. At 6:05 went by train to Stockton on business. Got back about eight. Gillan and Dixon came to my place and stayed till after ten.
Friday 22 August
At the office all day. At half past four I walked to Dobson's of Linthorpe to tea and met Mr and Mrs Emmerson of Easby Hall and Mr and Mrs Cadle of Stockton. Spent a very pleasant evening and got home about ten. Read for an hour and retired.
Saturday 23 August
At the office. At 2:30 I went by train to Redcar and went to Jane Capes's. We all met the five o'clock train to meet Henry but he did not arrive. After tea Jane Dora and Alice Stubbs and I had a walk on the sands and I went to the Lion and played billiards. Supped at Jane's and came home at eleven o'clock train by which time Capes arrived at Redcar to stay till Monday.
Sunday 24 August
Morning to Parish Church and went home with James Hopkins, we had a stroll and I dined with him. About four we went to the Port and saw Brewster, we then walked by the fields to Ormesby, called at Peirson's, saw Mr and Mrs Parrington and came home by Cargo Fleet. Had tea with Hopkins and at eleven we went to Brewster's to work in the registration cause all night. Stayed there till six o'clock in the morning.
Monday 25 August
Hopkins and I went at 6:45 am train to Redcar and bathed and breakfasted at the Swan. Saw Capes and family, Capes went home at 8:45 am and he came to Middlesbrough by the same train. At the office all day. Gillan came in to see me after tea, we had a short walk. I then went home and read for a short time and retired early.
Tuesday 26 August
At the office all day. After tea Muller and I had a walk up the Stockton Road, met a great many people coming from the races. I then went to Gillan's to see Mrs Gillan who returned from Glasgow today. Stayed there till ten, came home and read for an hour and then retired.
Wednesday 27 August
At the office. At three o'clock Muller and I walked to Stockton races, saw three races. I saw Tom Scholfield there. We got home about half past six. Lloyd came in and sat with us till after nine. I was reading till half past ten then retired.
Thursday 28 August
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went with Lloyd to tea. We then walked to Tom Dobson's but did not see him; we walked about his farm but could not find him. Got back at half past eight, supped at Lloyd's and stayed till eleven.
Friday 29 August
At the office all day. Lloyd called after tea, we walked to Tom Dobson's and stayed there till nearly ten o'clock when we came home. Read for a short time and retired.
Saturday 30 August
At the office all day. About house in the evening. I met Dr Richardson, he went with me and had a pipe. Then Dixon came in; he only came home from Liverpool tonight, he stayed till twelve when I retired.
Sunday 31 August
To Parish Church in the morning. After service Dixon and I had a stroll round by The Villas with Mr and Mrs Gillan and Miss Walker. Reading till about four when I went to the Port and Muller and I had a walk round the Sailors' Trod, we then had tea, I did not go out again.
Monday 1 September
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went to Gillan's office and he and I went to the Ship Yard for Dixon. Had tea with Dixon and Lloyd came in and we went home with him to supper and stayed there till twelve o'clock.
Tuesday 2 September
At the office all day. After five I walked down to the Ship Yard and called on Muller returning we came up together and had tea and then had a short walk. I then went to Jas Hopkins; I'Anson, Dixon and John Peacock were there. We stayed till about eleven.
Wednesday 3 September
At the office. Went by 11:05 train to Redcar, dined with Jane Capes and returned at two. Went to meet 2:28 train; Father & Mother, Aunt Bell and Alice came by it on their way to Redcar. I went down at 4:38, Capes came by the same train. I had tea at Capes. Our people lodge at 120 High Street. Capes, Dora Hirst and I had a walk on the sands and Capes and I went to the Lion and saw a game at billiards.
Thursday 4 September
Came to Middlesbrough by 8:45 train. At the office all day. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea I was with Capes and Dora Hirst, we went to the Central Hall and then Capes and I went to the Lion, had a game at billiards. Went home about nine.
Friday 5 September
Godfrey Binns, Capes and I went boating to the Tees Mouth, took the guns but got nothing. Had a glorious sail. Came to Middlesbrough at 1:50. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38, went boating with Mr and Mrs Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite and then had tea with them. Capes and I then went for a short time to the Lion Billiard Room.
Saturday 6 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Father, Dora Hirst and James Capes came up at two o'clock. I went with the ladies over Hopkins's Iron Works and through the town. We went to Redcar at 4:38. After tea I was on the sands and went to meet Capes, Godfrey Binns and his wife, a sister of Miss Lavinia Brown and Miss Hebblethwaite coming from fishing. Sat till half past nine at the Binns's and then went home.
Sunday 7 September
Morning and evening to Redcar Church. In the afternoon Capes and I had a stroll on the sand hills. I went from church in the evening with Miss Sophie Brown to the Binns's and sat a short time. After supper Capes and I had a walk on the sands.
Monday 8 September
Godfrey Binns, Capes and I started by boat at 9:30 to Tees Mouth. We shot three Gants [gannets?] and caught two mackerel beside shooting several Sea swallows. Got home at one. Went at 1:50 to Middlesbrough. At the office. Went at 4:38 to Redcar. Had tea and came back to Middlesbrough at 6:40. Had a short walk and was reading at home. Stayed all night in Middlesbrough.
Tuesday 9 September
At 9:30 I walked to Mr Tom Dobson's for a day's shooting. We only had bad sport. We got three brace of partridges and a hare. I had dinner and tea there and walked home. Dixon called. I had a second tea with him, at seven Lloyd came in. I went to Redcar at 7:38. Capes had gone home. I took a brace of birds to Godfrey Binns but he was out. I had a short stroll.
Wednesday 10 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. Miss Lavinia Brown left Redcar for the south by this train and Miss Sophy Brown went back to school at Darlington. At the office. Went at ten by boat to Stockton on business, got back at twelve. Went to Redcar at 2:28. Mrs Capes and family, and Dora Hirst and Alice Stubbs left tonight. I went fishing with Mr and Mrs Godfrey Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite, we got about fifty. Had a very jolly fish [?] and got home about seven. At home the rest of the evening.
Thursday 11 September
Left Redcar at 8:45. At the office all day. Went at six by rail to Boroughbridge. There was only Lizzie at home she met me at the Station. After supper I went to see John Warwick but he had gone to bed. Lizzie & I then went & sat an hour at Uncle Hirsts
Friday 12 September
Chas Clark fetched me & Edwin Charles Clark in his DogCart & drove us to Westfield Edwin Charles's property where we shot 4 ½ brace of birds & 2 hares of which I shot 3 brace & both the hares we had dinner & tea at Mr Ripleys the tenant. Mr Cass of Hammerton was with us & we got back to Heaton House about 8. Had another tea & brought Miss Cunningham [Cunynghame] & Marianne Clark to Aldbro on our way home
Saturday 13 September
Chas Clark called & took me to Ellinthorp Lodge shooting we only got 1 hare & 1 bird had luncheon at Mrs Edwins & went back to Heaton House took up Edwin Chas Clark at BB on our way & went shooting Got 2 hares & ½ brace of birds Dined & had tea at Heaton House & Edwin Chas & I walked home where we arrived at 10
Sunday 14 September
Mg & Evg Lizzie & I went to BB Church I went to see Henry Carass in the afternoon. After church at night we set Miss Cunninghame [Cunynghame] & Marianne Clark to Aldbro where they were staying. I then went to sup at Uncle Hirsts & got home at 10
Monday 15 September
Started by 6:15 train to Middlesbrough, arriving at 9:20. At the office all day. Went at 4:38 to Redcar. Mother, Aunt Bell and Alice met me at the station. After tea I had a walk with Mrs Godfrey Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite past Coatham. I supped with the Binns's and Miss H. We played cards and I got home at eleven.
Tuesday 16 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office all day. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea I had a stroll on the sands with Aunt Bell and Alice, and went and had a game at billiards at the Zetland Rooms.
Wednesday 17 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At 9:30 we started in a drag and four horses and a dog cart and pair for a pic-nic beyond Guisborough. Mr and Mrs Richardson [ie Dr Richardson], Mrs Grove, Mr and Mrs Lloyd and Miss Minney[?] Snowdon, Gillan and wife and Miss Walker, Dixon and I. We picked up at Guisborough Mr and Mrs Weatherill and three daughters, young Clarke and a young Weatherill, the curate and wife and the vicar. We had a splendid view, a glorious pic-nic, played croquet, aunt sally, and dined on the grass. Left at five, went to the Cock at Guisborough, had tea and danced in the Priory till ten. Had a splendid dance, got home at 11:30. Went with Dixon and Dr Richardson and Backhouse to Lloyd's for an hour.
Thursday 18 September
At the office. Went to Redcar at four. Walked with our people on the sands, after dinner was on the sands. Saw Mr and Mrs Binns and Mis Hebblethwaite off fishing. Did not go with them as I was not well. Played three games at billiards with Rayner at the Lion. After tea Backhouse called and we had a stroll and a game at billiards at the Zetland Rooms. I then went to the Binns's, Aunt Bell and Alice were there. We played cards. Our people were at Saltburn this afternoon.
Friday 19 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. It was very foggy. About seven I went to Mr Binns's and stayed till about nine. I then went to sup with Backhouse at Coatham and stayed till after eleven.
Saturday 20 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office all day. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. Strolled about on the sands after tea and had a game at billiards at the Lion.
Sunday 21 September
Morning to Parish Church. After service hada stroll on the sands and was on the sands for a short time in the afternoon. Called on Mr and Mrs Wilson after tea and then went to Coatham Church.
Monday 22 September
Went to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Went to Redcar at one by special train for Volunteers. After dinner went with Miss Hebblethwaite and our people to Coatham to see Volunteers review and then to the Guns. Young Clarke of Guisborough and I had a game at billiards. After tea I had a short stroll and went to see the Middlesbrough Volunteers off by train.
Tuesday 23 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea Mrs Godfrey Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite came in and sat a while. I set them home and then had a stroll. Saw Miss Dawson.
Wednesday 24 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea had a game at billiards at the Zetland Rooms and then went to Binns's and had a rubber of whist, stayed till half past ten.
Thursday 25 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea had a stroll on the sands with Mrs Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite, then went to the Lion and played billiards, went home about nine.
Friday 26 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 4:38. After tea Mrs Godfrey Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite called and I had a stroll and went and saw the 7:55 train in. Walked home with a Miss Hedley who lodges near us, at home the rest of the evening.
Saturday 27 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Went to Redcar at 2:38. On the sands all afternoon. After tea I had a game at billiards. Saw Miss Dawson. Went at 9:45 to meet Joe at the station, he came to stay till Monday and slept with me.
Sunday 28 September
Morning we all went to Coatham Church. Joe and I walked back by the sands and we had some beer at the Swan. In the afternoon I saw the Binns and Joe and I had a walk with Miss Hebblethwaite and Mrs Binns. I saw Miss Dawson. In the evening Joe and I went to Coatham Church. Called at the Swan and went to Burnicles where we found Godfrey Binns, sat some time there and then came home.
Monday 29 September
Out with Joe and our own people on the sands all the morning. Joe set me to the station on my way to Middlesbrough at 1:50. At the office. At 4:30 I drove with John Stevenson to a meeting at Eston of the Eston and Normanby Burial Board on business. Robt Stephenson went with us. I walked to Redcar from there, it is about seven miles. Got there at 7:45, did not go out any more.
Tuesday 30 September
Came to Middlesbrough at 8:45. At the office. Returned to Redcar at 2:28. Strolling about on the sands and in the town all the afternoon. Uncle Wm and Mrs Henlock came down this afternoon. I went down in the train as far as Redcar with Mr and Mrs Gillan and Miss Walker and Campbell Gillan on their way to Saltburn. I saw Miss Dawson in the evening.
Wednesday 1 October
Stayed at Redcar all day. In the morning I was walking with Mrs Godfrey Binns and Miss Hebblethwaite, also in the afternoon. Called on Mr and Mrs Wilson. We all left at 5:35, Mrs Godfrey Binns, Miss Hebblethwaite, Mr and Mrs Wilson and Miss Hedley came with us to the station. I left our people at Middlesbrough. I went to Lloyd's, James Hopkins came. We stayed for supper and went home about eleven.
Thursday 2 October
At the office all day. At half past five I went to Gillan's office and went home with him to tea, but left at seven as Thompson of London was to be at my rooms at that time. Was reading at home all the rest of the night.
Friday 3 October
At the office all day. At half past six I went to the Ship Yard and went home with Dixon to tea and stayed with him till nearly half past eleven when I went home.
Saturday 4 October
At the office all day. Met Jas Hopkins at half past one and went home with him to dinner. We came back at three o'clock in a cab. At six o'clock I had a short walk. At half past seven I went to Lloyd's, Hopkins and Dixon were there but they went away to Gillan's. Dr Richardson came and he stayed for supper. I left at eleven.
Sunday 5 October
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After service in the morning I went with Hopkins and Dixon to Hopkins's, Gillan and wife and Miss Walker called, I came back with them. In the afternoon Gillan called of me and we went to Hopkins's. Dixon was there and John Stevenson. After service at night Dixon and I went with the Gillans to tea and from there we went to Lloyd's where was Hopkins and stayed till twelve.
Monday 6 October
At the office all day. At half past five I called on Gillan and we went to the Ship Yard and went home with Dixon. Had some tea with him and went with him to the station to the seven o'clock train on his way to London to his brother John's wedding. [John Dixon married Mary England in London on 9 October 1862.] I met Jas Hopkins and went home with him and stayed there till nearly eleven o'clock when I went home to bed.
Tuesday 7 October
At the office all day. At half past five I went to Gillan's office and came up with him. I then had a short walk and was reading at home till nearly eight when I went to Lloyd's and stayed there till eleven.
Wednesday 8 October
At the office all day. At half past five went to Muller's office, we came up together and had a walk round by The Villas. We then had tea together. I was reading at home all the evening.
Thursday 9 October
At the office. At three o'clock I went to Gillan's office and from there we went to the Ship Yard to see the procession of boats conveying Gladstone from Eston. An address was presented to him at the Town Hall and at six o'clock I went to the Odd Fellows Hall to a banquet given to him. There were 192 there, spent a very pleasant evening. Gladstone made a very good speech. After dinner lots of ladies came to the room and heard the speeches. We left about ten and Hopkins and I went to Lloyd's till twelve. I sat near Lloyd and Hopkins at the banquet.
Friday 10 October
At the office all day. At four o'clock I went with Backhouse boating beyond Eston. Got back at six, Gillan met us and we went home with him to tea. We saw Backhouse off by 7:28 train to Redcar and then Gillan went home with us for a short time. I then went to Lloyd's to sup. Stayed till eleven.
Saturday 11 October
At the office. At 2:30 I went to Redcar to see Uncle and Mrs Henlock at the Crown and Anchor. Had tea with them. Mr and Mrs Howe, Miss Kirk and Miss Heslington were there. I called on Mr and Mrs Wilson of Hampsthwaite and Mr and Mrs Godfrey Binns Came home at 6:40. Went for a short time to Dixon's. Hopkins was there, they went to Gillan's. I went home and was reading the rest of the evening.
Sunday 12 October
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After service in the morning Hopkins, Dixon and I had a short walk with Mr and Mrs Gillan. We then went and had a pipe at Lloyd's. It came on very wet and I did not go out in the afternoon and I went home from Church in the evening and was not out again.
Monday 13 October
At the office all day. At half past five I went to Hopkins's Works for Jas Hopkins, he had tea with me. We then went to a Meeting of the Club and from there to Hopkins's where was Gillan and Dixon. We played whist and stayed till half past eleven when we went home.
Tuesday 14 October
At the office all day. Was at the Club in the evening where I stayed till after ten.
Wednesday 15 October
Started at six o'clock by train to Northallerton Sessions. Had breakfast with Brewster and Griffin at the Lion. Was in Court till half past five. I saw Mrs Jefferson, Griffin, Buchannan of Whitby, and I dined together at six at the Lion. I went by seven o'clock train to Boroughbridge. Buchanan and I travelled together to Pilmoor. Joe and Sarah met me at the station and I supped with them and went home at half past nine.
Thursday 16 October
About home till 11 when I went shooting at Langthorpe with Sampson he got 3 hares 1 bird & a rabbit. he was fearfully wild. I dined with him & Mrs Sampson at ½ past 3. At 5 Joe & I drove to Ouseburn & had tea with Uncle Pick stayed with him till nearly 10 when we drove home.
Friday 17 October
Was at Uncle Hirsts & about home in the mg At 12 o'clock Joe & I went by train to Helperby had some luncheon & went shooting with Chr. Lambert We got 1 bird & a rabbit. Joe & I had tea at Mr Roger Buttery's & got home by 8.30 train – It was a showery disagreable day
Saturday 18 October
About home all the morning Dined at Uncle Hirsts with Capes & Stewart Stubbs of London who is staying at Uncles. there was only Dora & Uncle at home. After dinner Uncle Pick came for me. I called at Steeles & went home with Uncle Pick after tea. Got to Ouseburn about 8.
Sunday 19 October
Mg to Gt Ouseburn Church It came on a very wet day Did not go out again. Mr Haworth & Mr Dugdale came in about 8 till nearly 11.
Monday 20 October
Haworth & I went out shooting & took Midgley with us he only got 1 hare. We had dinner at Uncles at ½ past 3 & then he sent me home in his DogCart. Joe set me to The Station at 6.20 & I came home to Middlesbro' where I arrived at 9.45. I went to the Club but there was no one there read at home for an hour
Tuesday 21 October
At the office. Gillan called in the morning and I walked to the Ship Yard with him. Elgee had tea with me. After tea we went to the Club till half past ten when I went home with Dixon for a short time.
Wednesday 22 October
At the office all day. At half past one I called on Muller and we walked round by the Dock to Dixon's. At half past five I walked on to the top of the hill past Newport. Reading at home till eight when I went to the Club and stayed till nearly eleven.
Thursday 23 October
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to Hopkins's office. Jim Hopkins, Lloyd, John Stevenson and I cracked a bottle of champagne in a new silver cup given by Hopkins to Lloyd's baby. I went with Lloyd to tea and then we went to the Club till nine, then Dr Richardson, Gillan, Dixon and I supped with Lloyd. Left at half past eleven, then I had a short walk with Dixon.
Friday 24 October
At the office. At half past three Muller and I walked to Stockton and back, got home about six. I met Jas Hopkins and went home with him to tea at half past seven. We came to Gillan's, Dixon was there. We played cards and stayed for supper. Had a very pleasant evening and left at 11:35.
Saturday 25 October
At the office. At three o'clock I went with Jas Hopkins by boat to Stockton and there we met Lloyd. We stayed there till after five when Hopkins and I walked home and went to Hopkins's to tea. After tea we came down to the Club till nearly eleven when I went home. Dixon went to Glasgow today courting.
Sunday 26 October
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After service in the morning Hopkins and I had a walk with the Gillans and Miss Walker round by The Villas and saw Mrs Dunning's rabbits. In the afternoon Hopkins and Gillan came to my place. We set Hopkins past Newport on his way to Elton and then we went to Ormesby Iron Works after church in the evening. I went home with the Gillans to tea till nearly eleven.
Monday 27 October
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the Club and had a gamne at billiards. After tea Hopkins called on me and we went to the Club till nearly ten when I went home with him and stayed till half past eleven. John Peacock was there.
Tuesday 28 October
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the Club and had a game at billiards. After tea I went to the Club till about ten, when Tom Vaughan, Hopkins, Williams and I went to the Station Hotel. Had some soda water at Tom Vaughan's expense and then went home.
Wednesday 29 October
At the office all day, about half past seven I went to the Club where I stayed till nearly eleven when I went home to bed.
Thursday 30 October
At the office all day, at half past five I had a short walk. At half past seven I went to the Club where I stayed till eleven when I went home.
Friday 31 October
At the office all day. At half past four I met Dixon at the station returning from Glasgow. At night I went to the Club.
Saturday 1 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went with Gillan to the Club. Dixon came and I went home with him to tea. About eight we went to the Club and stayed till nearly twelve when I went home.
Sunday 2 November
Morning to Parish Church. After service Mr and Mrs Gillan, Dixon and I called at Gillan's and we all went a walk round by The Villas. We called at Lloyd's in his new house. After dinner I went to Dixon's and smoked a pipe. I then went to The Villas and Lloyd's where I stayed for tea and supper and got home about eleven.
Monday 3 November
At the office. At three o'clock I walked to Ormesby to see Mr Peirson and stayed tea. Mrs P was at home. Mr Irving the clergyman and Mr Josh Parrington called. I walked home and arrived at eight, it was beautifully moonlight. I went to the Club and from there with Dixon and Backhouse to Hopkins's and there we stayed till twelve.
Tuesday 4 November
At the office. In the morning I went by boat to Stockton to see Crosby, got back at one o'clock. At the office the rest of the day. At night I was at the Club till eleven when I went home.
Wednesday 5 November
At the office. At two o'clock I went by train to Stockton, went to Black Lion, saw Pierson of Ormesby and the Dobsons. Got home at half past four. At eight o'clock I went to the Club where I stayed till eleven.
Thursday 6 November
At the office all day. After five I had a game at billiards. At eight o'clock I went to Dr Richardson's, Mr and Mrs Hy Cochrane, Mr and Mrs Gillan, and Dixon were there and we had two tables at whist; the doctor and I played Cochrane and Mrs Gillan. They left at 11:30 but Dixon and I stayed and smoked a pipe and left at one.
Friday 7 November
At the office all day. About eight I went to Dixon's, Gillan came in, we went to the Club and stayed there till ten when I went home.
Saturday 8 November
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went by train to Middleton for the benefit of the baths. When I got to the station, which is a mile and a half from the village, I lost my road and got to Darlington where I hired a trap and arrived at Middleton about nine. There were three gentlemen staying at the inn. I had some tea and retired about eleven, I stayed at Hunter's the Queen's Head.
["The baths" were the spa baths at Dinsdale/Middleton One Row]
Sunday 9 November
Got down to breakfast at eleven. Had a long stroll to the baths &c &c Dined with the three gentlemen at two o'clock and then had a walk with one of them. At eight o'clock I went to the baths. Had a very hot sulphur bath, got home at nine, went to bed about half past ten.
Monday 10 November
Walked to the station to catch the 8:37 train, got home to breakfast. At the office. Half holiday today being the Prince of Wales's 21st birthday. I had a game at billiards with Dixon in the afternoon. Backhouse and I went by the 6:05 train to Middleton. Had tea at the Queen's Head and then had a hot bath. Went back to the inn and retired about eleven.
Tuesday 11 November
Had breakfast and walked to Middleton Station and came home by 8:37 train. At the office all day. At five o'clock Gillan called and we had a game at billiards. About seven Dixon called. We went to the Club and from there to Gillan's where we played whist and stayed till nearly eleven.
Wednesday 12 November
At the office all day. At 6:05 Backhouse and I went by train to Middleton-One-Row. Walked from the station to Hunters Hotel, had tea and then we walked to the baths. I had a hot bath. We then returned to the inn and I retired about 10:30.
Thursday 13 November
Backhouse and I walked from Middleton to the station and came home by the 8:40 train. At the office all day. Went by 6:05 train to Boroughbridge. Got home at 8:30. Was at the Bridge Foot all evening.
Friday 14 November
In the morning I called at Uncle Hirsts (but he was in London) & at several other places. Dined at home. In the afternoon I rode Joes Mare to Ouseburn put up at Uncle Picks called at Uncle Wms where I met the Misses Lascelles & Mr Howell an artist who is painting Uncle Wm & Mrs H likeness. Had tea with Uncle Pick & left soon after 8
Saturday 15 November
Henry Capes & Joe returned from Taitlands this mg Hy Redmayne came with them. I went to Langthorp & saw Sarah Harry R & I strolled about in the Hirings & we dined with Capes & Miss Sarah Stead at Uncle Hirsts after dinner we had a turn out went back to Uncle's to tea Hy R. Capes & Miss Sarah Stead went back to Knaresbro & I stayed supper at Uncles & got home about ten
Sunday 16 November
Mg & Evg to BB Church Mr Thompson of Roecliffe preached in the mg. In the afternoon I went to Joes we had a stroll & I stayed tea Left directly after I called at the Parkers
Monday 17 November
Called on Steele At 10 Chas Clarke called for me to go shooting to Heaton House We had luncheon before starting shooting Sarah Appleton was staying there. We were out shooting till after 3 I got 3 shots Killed a brace of birds. Dined at Heaton House at 4. Walked home & came to Middlesbro by 6.20 train. Arrived at 9.15
Tuesday 18 November
At the office. Went by three o'clock boat to Stockton on business. Walked home, got back at 5:15. Lloyd called and I went home with him to tea and stayed till nine when I came to the Club and had a game at billiards till nearly twelve. Then I went home to bed. My partnership arrangement with Brewster was made today to be entered into next January.
Wednesday 19 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock Gillan called and we had a game at billiards. At seven I went to a Municipal Election Meeting. Tripey Taylor was the candidate, it was a most ridiculous farce. I then went to the Club and from there with Dixon home till twelve.
Thursday 20 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock I met Lloyd at the Club and had a game at billiards. About seven Dr Richardson came in to my place and sat for one hour. We then went to the Club where I stayed till half past ten then went home.
Friday 21 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock Gillan called and we had a game at billiards. About eight I went to the Club and stayed till ten when I went home to bed.
Saturday 22 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the Club for a short time then I went home to tea & returned to the Club about eight and stayed till after when Tom Vaughan, Captain Graham (a friend of Vaughan's), Dixon and I went to the Station Hotel for a short time and then I went home.
Sunday 23 November
Morning to Parish Church. After service I went home with the Gillans and they set me to Lloyds where I dined and spent the rest of the day. Left a little after half past ten and went home.
Monday 24 November
At the office. At four o'clock Elgee walked with me to Ormesby to call on Mr Peirson who had a fall from his horse whilst hunting. He was convalescent. We came back by 5:25 train, Elgee had tea with me, we then went to the Club and stayed till twelve.
Tuesday 25 November
At the office all day. At eight o'clock I went to the Club and stayed till eleven when I went home.
Wednesday 26 November
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the Club and had a game at billiards with Gillan and went home with him to tea. McEwen came in and we played whist till after nine when I went to meet Capes at the train. We went to my lodgings and had some tea and sat talking till nearly one o'clock.
Thursday 27 November
At the office and Capes was with me. We dined at half past one and I went to the station to see him off by the two o'clock train. About eight o'clock I went to Backhouse's lodgings, Gillan was there. Stayed till after nine, and then we all went to the Club for an hour.
Friday 28 November
At the office all day. Dixon called on me at night and we went to his lodgings till nine and then we went to the Club till half past ten, and I went home with Dixon for an hour.
Saturday 29 November
At the office all day. Met Gillan and Dixon at the Club at half past four, we had a game at billiards. Dixon then had tea with me and we went to Gillan's about eight and played cards, stayed till half past eleven.
Sunday 30 November
Morning to Parish Church. After service I went home with the Gillans and Bob and I went to Dixon's. He went with us a walk round by The Villas. I dined with Dixon. About four we went to the Port and to the Ship Yard and after tea we went to church and from there to Lloyd's to sup. Stayed there till half past eleven.
Monday 1 December
At the office. At 2:05 went by train to Stockton on business. Called on Crosby and I called at Charley I'Anson's but no one was in. Returned by 4:30 train. After tea I went to Dixon's and from there we went to the Club.
Tuesday 2 December
At the office all day. At five o'clock I walked to Tom Dobson's to tea, the roads were fearful. Mrs Simpson of Newport was there & two other ladies. We stayed till after ten and Mrs Simpson drove Mr Christopher Dobson and me on to the Stockton road on our way home. I got home soon after eleven.
Wednesday 3 December
At the office. At four o'clock Stothart walked with me to Ormesby and back. I called at Mr Peirson's and had some tea whilst Stothart called elsewhere. We got home about half past six after a very pleasant walk. Stothart had tea with me and left around nine, then I went to the Club till half past eleven.
Thursday 4 December
At the office all day. At five o'clock Gillan and I went to the Club and from there I went home with Lloyd to tea and supper. Stayed till nearly eleven.
Friday 5 December
At the office all day. Went for a short time before tea to the Club. Dixon had tea with me and we
went to the Club about half past till half past eleven.
Saturday 6 December
At the office all day. Went to the Club about five o'clock. Gillan and Dixon were there. We went to Gillan's for tea, played whist. Had a very pleasant evening, got home about twelve.
Sunday 7 December
Morning to Parish Church. After service Dixon and I had a walk round The Villas with the Gillans. In the afternoon Gillan called and we walked to the Ormesby Iron Works. Hopkins and Dixon called and had some tea with me and we went to church and then I went to Gillan's and stayed till after eleven.
Monday 8 December
At the office. Went by three o'clock boat to Stockton to see Crosby but he was out. I walked home, got home at five, went to the office till six. About eight I went to the Club and stayed till twelve.
Tuesday 9 December
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the office for a short time. About eight I again went to the Club and stayed till after ten.
Wednesday 10 December
At the office. At half past four I walked to a plantation just on this ? Pennyman's and back. [Pelcher/Petcher/Pitcher] called at my lodgings on business, he stayed till half past nine when I went to the Club till half past eleven.
Thursday 11 December
At the office all day. At seven o'clock I went to tea at Gillan's. Mr and Mrs Richardson and Miss Emma Weatherill and Dixon were there. We played cards, had supper and left about half past eleven, we set the Richardsons home.
Friday 12 December
At half past nine I walked to Mr Dobson's of Linthorpe. Mr D and I were out shooting all day, we shot two brace of birds and a couple of rabbits of which we shot share and share alike. We also found a hare hanging in a snare. We dined at four and I stayed tea and left at ten, walked home.
Saturday 13 December
At the office all day. In the evening before tea I went to the Club for a short time. About eight I went to Lloyd's, Purvis and his wife were there. They left about ten, I stayed till eleven.
Sunday 14 December
Morning to Parish Church. After service I went to the Gillans as far as The Villas. I went to Lloyd's to dine. Purvis and his wife were there. We spent a very pleasant day. Purvis and wife left about nine. I stayed till half past ten. I like Mrs Purvis very much, she is a very ladylike girl.
Monday 15 December
At the office all day. About eight I went to the Club and stayed till after ten when I went home and read for an hour before retiring.
Tuesday 16 December
At the office. At two o'clock I went by train to Knaresborough on business. Met Jno Richardson at Harrogate and Capes at Knaresborough. Had tea at Capes's, after tea Capes and I strolled in the town. Alice was staying with Jane. We had a rubber and at eleven o'clock I went to the Elephant where I slept.
Wednesday 17 December
Had breakfast at Capes's. Mother, Lizzie and Joe came. I dines with the ladies at Capes's. I saw Jno Richardson on business. Saw Uncle Pick and Uncle Wm. Had a short walk with Miss Beaumont. At half past three I drove to Boroughbridge with Mother and Joe and had tea at the Bridge Foot. Aunt Bell was there. I came home to Middlesbrough by the 6:20 train and arrived at 9:15.
Thursday 18 December
At the office all day. At six o'clock I went and had a game at billiards with Lloyd at the Club for an hour, then went home to tea. At half past eight I went to the Club again and stayed till nearly ten when I went home and read for an hour before retiring.
Friday 19 December
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went with Gillan to the Club and from there I went home with Lloyd to tea and stayed till twelve o'clock when I went home.
Saturday 20 December
At the office all day. At five o'clock I went to the Club for a short time and I went again about half past eight and stayed till twelve when I went home. Brewster and I executed out Articles of Partnership today and Davis my clerk attested execution.
Sunday 21 December
Morning and evening to Parish Church. After morning service Swan (Bell Brothers' Manager), Dixon and I went home with Mr and Mrs Gillan for a short time. We gentlemen then adjourned to Dixon's and from there I went home and was in the house all afternoon. It was beastly wet. I went home from church at night and remained in the house.
Monday 22 December
At the office all day. In the evening Dixon and I went to Lloyd's and stayed there till after twelve o'clock when we came home.
Tuesday 23 December
At the office all day. Left by six o'clock train for Boroughbridge where I arrived at half past eight and spent the evening at home. Lizzie and Alice were at the Parsonage.
Wednesday 24 December
About 10 o'clock I rode Joes mare to Knaresbro & saw Jno Richardson on business. Dined at Capes's Aunt Bell was there I saw Jane & the baby. Had a stroll with Miss Beaumont & Miss Fanny Carter Saw Uncle Pick & Uncle Wm & got home about 6 o'clock I went to Uncle Hirsts for an hour & then spent the evening at home
Thursday 25 December
Mg & Evg to BB Church Stayed Sacrament. Joe & Sarah & Lilley & Willey dined with us & stayed tea & supper. In the afternoon Joe & I had a walk to Langthorp Field with the Dogs
Friday 26 December
In the mg I rode Joes Mare to Dishforth called & saw Tom & Annie Morley & also Miss Barroby & Mary Ellen Ryott. Met with Jim Sedgwick & we rode home together I dined at Joes with Mr Leonard Sedgwick of York Called at Uncles in the afternoon went back to Joes to tea & supper Jim Sedgwick came to supper We played whist Got home at 10 Joe & I had a row with Sampson
Saturday 27 December
Drove to Tom Morleys of Dishforth. He & I were out shooting all day I shot a hare which was all we got We dined at 5 Annie died with us We had tea at 9 & I drove home soon after having spent a very pleasant day
Sunday 28 December
Mg & Evg to BB Church In the afternoon I was at Uncles for a short time & then I went to Joes & we had a walk up the river side nearly to Bickerdikes we went with Henry Steele. After service at night I called to see Steele & stayed a short time.
Monday 29 December
Rode the pony to Heaton House. Was out shooting with Mr Clark till two o'clock, we got nothing. We dined at three. Mr Buckingham was there. I left at 4:30, had tea at home and came to Middlesbrough at 6:20, where I arrived at 9:30. I spent the evening in my lodgings.
Tuesday 30 December
At the office. I dined at the Station Hotel with Jno Richardson of Knaresborough and a Mr Firth, a client of his with whom I had some business they left at two o'clock. I called and saw Brewster in bed; he was poorly. I went to Boroughbridge by the six o'clock train. Uncle Hirst, Dora, Mary, Richard, Mrs Chas and Willey were at the house at tea; they left about ten.
Wednesday 31 December
I rode Joes Mare to Knaresborough I dined at Capes's at 4 o'clock Capes & I walked to Harrogate & back I bought a pr of dress boots We got to Knaresbro at ½ past 6 we had tea & I then rode home & went to Uncle Hirsts to sup where all our people & Joe & Sarah were we stayed till after 10
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