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William Foster (1821-1884)

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William Foster (1821-1884) of John Foster and Son

1821 February 02nd. Born the son of John Foster

Married (1) to Emma Eliza Anderton

ca.1854 Birth of son Herbert Anderton

Married (2) to Mary E. Hornby

1869 Birth of son Edward Henry

1881 Living at Hornby Castle: William Foster (age 60 born Clayton), J.P., High Sheriff for Lancashire, Farmer 205 acres employing 20 men, Worsted Spinner and Manufacturer master employing 2,100 work people. With his son Herbert A. Foster (age 28 born Bradford), Worsted Spinner and Manufacturer.[1]

1884 February 08th. Died.

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Sources of Information

  1. ↑ 1881 Census
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