Diary of Rev Edward Stevens

Christmas Day. Holy Communion offertory 18s 11d. Very severe weather and consequently rather small congregations – 31 communicants.

Visited Mrs Mawle who is somewhat better but still confined to her room. I have been very hoarse with cold all day.

Did not go out. Sore throat and cough.

Thaw. Cough and sore throat better but did not go out. Roads very bad. Postman did not arrive until 1 o’clock.