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Stratford Miscellanea: Amusements for the Coronation

Description

Bill of amusements, to be held at Stratford-upon-Avon on the day of Queen Victoria's coronation.

Events listed include:

Ascent of a Large Fire Balloon;
Climbing a Pole for a Hat;
Foot Races by boys, by young women;
Donkey race;
Wheelbarrow Race (blindfolded);
Jumping in sacks;
Hurdle race by boys;
Jingling match;
Dancing for Ribands by men - and also by women;
Blindfold race by boys;
Morisco Dancers.

Admin History

Printed by R. Lapworth, Stratford.