Anthony Lowther (died 1693) facts for kids

Anthony Lowther (born around 1641, died 27 January 1693) was an important English landowner and a Member of Parliament. He lived in a place called Marske-by-the-Sea in Yorkshire. He was also one of the first members of a famous science group called the Royal Society.

Who Was Anthony Lowther?

Anthony Lowther was the oldest son of Robert Lowther, who was a successful cloth merchant (a "draper") and a city official (an "alderman") in London. Anthony's uncle was Sir John Lowther of Lowther.

Buying Land and Alum

In 1649, Anthony and his cousin, Sir John Lowther, 1st Baronet, of Lowther, bought a large area of land at Marske-by-the-Sea. They paid £13,000 for it, which was a huge amount of money back then! They bought this land because it had valuable "alum deposits." Alum was a very important mineral used in making dyes for clothes and in tanning leather. They worked to develop these deposits, making them even more valuable.

A Member of the Royal Society

Anthony Lowther was very interested in science and learning. He was one of the very first people to join the Royal Society when it officially started in 1663. The Royal Society is a famous group of scientists that still exists today. Being a "Fellow of the Royal Society" (FRS) means you are recognized as a leading scientist.

His Time in Parliament

Anthony Lowther also served in the English Parliament. He was chosen as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the town of Appleby twice in 1679. As an MP, he helped make laws and decisions for the country.

Family Life

Anthony Lowther passed away in 1693 and was buried in a place called Walthamstow. He married Margaret Penn in 1667. Margaret was the daughter of Sir William Penn, a well-known admiral. Anthony and Margaret had one son named William Lowther (1670–1705). William later became a "baronet," which is a special title of honor, and also served as an MP for Lancaster.

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• Lowther family