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The full transcription of the memorial is as follows:
"In memory of John HARRISON Esq. formerly Purser in the Royal Navy who died
at Masham June 19th 1808. Aged 74. A man much esteemed both in his public
station, and in his retirement, respected by the honourable for his
Integrity, courted by the social for his Vivacity & Information and much
sought after by the sick & needy for his active Benficence.
Also of Phillis HARRISON his sister who died April 23rd 1800. Aged 68.
This monument is erected by Grace the wife of Samuel BROOMHEAD WARD Esq. of
Mount Pleasant near Sheffield and daughter of the late Thomas MARTINDALE of
Masham. Gent. who died May 14th 1789 aged 74, as a small tribute of
Gratitude to a Relative who was a kind friend and Benfactor to her & her
family."
The Myers Family History -The Masham Church
Cathy Clarke, Wellington, New Zealand
email: catherine.clarke@clear.net.nz
Last updated: 9 Oct 2009