RichardB Posted May 20, 2011 Share Posted May 20, 2011 Confirmation, &c. Wednesday the 16th July 1817 the Right Hon. and Most Reverend Edward Venables Vernon, Lord Archbishop of York held a visitation at the parish church of Sheffield, after which, His Grace confirmed 1911 persons, viz. 736 males, and 1175 females. His Grace then, accompanied by the Clergy, the Church Wardens and c. of Sheffield, performed the ceremony of Consecration on a piece of land at the west end of the town, intended as a burial ground. The venerable prelate next visited the National School, inspected closely the method pursued and expressed himself much pleased with the regularity and good management of the institution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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