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Edward Pauncfort

Edward Pauncfort

Tory MP. Early in the 1700s he moved into Lauderdale House and took a great interest in Highgate. He became the treasurer and one of the governors of Highgate School and its Chapel. In Southwood Lane he built 12 alms-houses and a school house for charity girls.

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Edward Pauncfort

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Pauncfort Alms Houses

Founded by Sir John Wollaston in 1658.

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William Cleverly Alexander

William Cleverly Alexander

A wealthy banker and art collector, who bought Aubrey House in 1873 for about £15,000. He was an important patron of Whistler. He died when he fell down the stairs of his country home Heathfield Ho...

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Alfred Hutchinson

Alfred Hutchinson

Lived at 62 Highbury Park and died on either 14 or 16th (sources differ).  A Highbury Community Association newsletter of 2011 reports on a contemporary search for funds to repair the clock. Seems ...

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Hon. Robert Rayne

Hon. Robert Rayne

We think Robert is the stepson of Lady Jane Rayne.

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