This, the Diary of Sarah Holbeche, is unlike any that you may have seen before.  It is not only a recollection of daily events during most of her lifetime but also includes many family photos, drawings, letters, calling cards and newspaper cuttings.  Beginning in 1802, it gives a birdseye view of life in Sutton Coldfield throughout much of the 19th century and will therefore prove to be a useful tool when researching the town's history.

Page 36

1848

Picture of house in High Street - May 29th 1848

Ap - 1848

By returned letter from Adelaid poor Frank's death made known; a victim to circumstances which traced to their beginning - set in fatally against him, and many excuses for him; much that he must regret, he died at Adelaid May 5, 1846. May it please God to be with him in his hour of need.

Picture of Stony-field - removed