Person    | Male  Born 1605  Died 1666

Rev. William Spurstowe

Categories: Benefactor, Religion

Rev. William Spurstowe

Born London, date of birth is approximate. Became vicar of Hackney in 1643 but was ejected in 1662 for nonconformity. Shortly before his death he provided almshouses for 6 'poor widows' in Hackney. Having no surviving children, his heir was his brother Henry.

 

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Rev. William Spurstowe

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Spurstowe Almshouses

From the dates, this plaque was erected first in 1689 on the original 1666 al...

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Pilgrim Trust

Pilgrim Trust

From their website: "Our aim is to preserve and promote Britain’s historical and intellectual assets and to provide assistance to vulnerable members of society." Edward Stephen Harkness provided t...

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