Part of Brewis Diaries
Consists of the diary of William Brewis.
Includes a detailed agricultural account for the year 1845. There is also mention of contemporary cultural topics including details of prominent trials and executions, the death of Earl Grey and Queen Victoria's state visit to Germany. The diary includes a discussion of the 'free trade in corn' movement, and notes that animal stock suffers a widespread 'distemper'.
Part of Brewis Diaries
Consists of the diary of William Brewis.
Includes notes on the 'Corn Laws' and a detailed account of the Chartist riots across the country, describes the increasing poverty and decline in agriculture. There are also weather accounts for the whole year.
Part of Brewis Diaries
Consists of the diary of William Brewis.
Includes an account of the agricultural year with an additional insert of 'Northumberland Agricultural Report' (newspaper). There is also detailed accounts of the Corn Law disruptions in Ireland and parliamentary debate.
Part of Brewis Diaries
Consists of the diary of William Brewis.
Includes a detailed agricultural account for the year with emphasis on the decline of prices and continued unrest regarding the Corn Laws. The diary also mentions the birth of Prince Albert (King Edward VII).