John Somervell
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John Somervell (1814-1887) of K Shoes
Born at London the son of John Somervell and his wife Margaret Wilson
1838 In partnership with John Ireland as a prominent woollen Manufacturer in Kendal
1847 Married at Kendal to Rachel Wilson and they had two daughters and two sons
1848 Joined with his brother Robert Miller Somervell and formed Somervell Brothers
1871 Residing at 11 Kent Terrace, Kendal: John Somervell (age 56 born London), Leather Merchant employing 500 people. With his wife Rachel, one daughter and two sons.[1]
1887 Died age 72. Was mayor of Kendal in 1882-3.[2]
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