Diary of Rev Edward Stevens

James Barnes the Clerk was taken unwell in church this morning. He got better after having been taken home; but he has been failing for some time.

Sent fruit, etc from Harvest Decorations to Widow Keene, Widow Cakebread, Sally Green and  Mrs Padbury.

Visited Mrs Hillman of Sibford Ferris. She has had two letters from her son Ezra during the week. He says he thinks he is better.

Visited Mr Woolgrove who is suffering from face-ache.

A large number of men at church this afternoon.

Taught in Boys’ Sunday School this morning.

Banns of Marriage published first time between Jesse Green (son of Joshua Green) of Sibford Gower, Bachelor and Lavina(?) Jane Hillman of Shutford, Spinster.

Visited the Misses Dix this evening and stayed to supper (with Rosa). Dr and Mrs Routh were there.