William Henry Blacking
William Henry Blacking (c1822- ), wine merchant
1867 Takes over the established business (50 years) at 72 High Street, Exeter.[1]
1871 Living at 72 High Street, Exeter: William H. Blacking (age 49 born Exeter), Spirit Merchant. With his wife Jane W. Blacking (age 44 born Bradninch) and their eight children; William T. Blacking (age 17 born Exeter), Shop Assistant; Harry G. Blacking (age 16 born Exeter), Shop Assistant; Arthur G. Blacking (age 15 born Exeter), Law Clerk; Jane G. Blacking (age 14 born Exeter); Fred Blacking (age 12 born Exeter); Alfred Blacking (age 11 born Exeter); Walter Blacking (age 9 born Exeter); and Edward Blacking (age 8 born Exeter).[2]