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Robert Neale, clothier

Robert Neale, clothier

In 1774 Robert Neale, clothier and MP, obtained from the College of Arms a confirmation and exemplification of arms to be borne by him, his family and descendants. The 1774 confirmation states that Robert Neale’s ancestors had borne arms “argent, a lion...
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Tribute to the Life of Dr. William Lewson Burrowes

Tribute to the Life of Dr. William Lewson Burrowes

This was the eulogy spoken by John Bright at the funeral of his very dear friend and neighbour, Dr. William Burrowes. It was my privilege to have been a friend and neighbour of Bill for over 50 years. Angela and I first met Bill and Nancy when we came to Corsham in...
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Lord Methuen: the Society’s first patron

Lord Methuen: the Society’s first patron

It is with great pleasure that I can announce that Lord Methuen has accepted the honorary office as Patron of our Society. We had the pleasure of hearing Lord Methuen speak to us in April on the work of the House of Lords of which he is an active member. He is one of...
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Lord Methuen: the Society’s first patron

Lord Methuen: the Society's first patron

It is with great pleasure that I can announce that Lord Methuen has accepted the honorary office as Patron of our Society. We had the pleasure of hearing Lord Methuen speak to us in April on the work of the House of Lords of which he is an active member. He is one of...
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