NEWS FROM OLD GIRLS
Liz White (Bailey) 1959-66
Liz has written another book - this time about an 1885 Diary she was given.
There were no personal details in the diary and much detective work took place until she was able to identify the writer. Clarice Ord was the second wife of a Major General and lived for over 40 years in Beverley Lodge, 10 Lexden Road, Colchester. This house is now part of CRGS and known as Gurney Benham House. Clarice Ord recorded very briefly her daily visits, her friends, accounts, the events she performed in and entertainments she attended in the town.
Liz has researched her life, family and activities and over 220 people mentioned in the diary. A remarkable insight into a lady in Colchester in the middle of Victoria’s long reign.
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Copies are available from Lexden History Group at lexdenhistory.org.uk/ or from Liz (see Editor) and cost £7.50.
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