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Order NumberCCA-DCc/PET/259
TitlePetition
Date1671x1679
DescriptionWriter: Burney, Richard, rector of St Peter's, Canterbury, Kent

His predecessor, Mr [Rufus] Rogers, also had a sinecure to support him. Still, the parsonage house and chancel were in poor repair when he died in 1651. Burney was presented in 1671 and he has spent nearly £120 on the house. Asking for charity. Endorsed Burnett, in error. [Date: dates as rector]
ExtentPaper, 1p, severely stained and torn
Physical DescriptionPaper, 1p, severely stained and torn
AccessStatusOpen
Open

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