Dandy and leader of fashion. Born in Swansea, he had short-lived careers as a lawyer and in the army. Became 'Master of Ceremonies' in both Bath and Tunbridge Wells. This position covered a number of functions, but mainly involved vetting people to be considered appropriate to be included in the local 'smart sets'. He was a notorious gambler, and his debts forced him to move in with his mistress Juliana Papjoy. When he separated from her, she apparently spent most of the remainder of her days living in a hollowed-out tree.
Photo credit: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council t/a The Amelia.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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