Cuthbert Ackroyd facts for kids

Sir Cuthbert Lowell Ackroyd, 1st Baronet (born September 4, 1892 – died April 11, 1973) was a very important person in London. He held the special title of Lord Mayor of London, which is a bit like being the leader of the historic part of London. He was the 628th person to hold this important job. He also had the title of Baronet, which is a special honor given by the King or Queen, and it can be passed down to the eldest son.

Early Life and Military Service

Cuthbert Ackroyd was born in 1892. His parents were Benjamin Bately Ackroyd and Emily Armitage. He went to school in Dewsbury, a town in England, and later studied at the University of London.

During the First World War, he served in the military. He became a captain in the Royal Artillery, which is a part of the army that uses large guns.

Public Service in London

Sir Cuthbert dedicated much of his life to public service, especially in the City of London.

Roles in the City of London

• Common Councillor: In 1940, he became a Common Councillor. This is like being a member of the local council for the City of London, helping to make decisions for the area.
• Alderman: By 1945, he became an Alderman. This is a more senior position on the City of London's council.
• Justice of the Peace: Also in 1945, he became a Justice of the Peace (JP). JPs are volunteers who help with minor legal cases and administrative duties in their local area.
• Visiting Magistrate: From 1945 to 1955, he was the Visiting Magistrate of Holloway Prison. This meant he visited the prison regularly to check on the conditions and the well-being of the prisoners.
• Sheriff of the City of London: From 1949 to 1950, he served as a Sheriff of the City of London. This is an old and important role that helps the Lord Mayor with various duties.
• Lord Mayor of London: His most important role was serving as the Lord Mayor of London from 1955 to 1956. This is a very old and respected position, representing the City of London.

Special Honors and Titles

After his time as Lord Mayor, on May 8, 1956, he was given the special title of Baronet. This title is hereditary, meaning it can be passed down through his family.

He also received an honorary Doctoral Degree of Law from the University of Leeds in 1956, which is a special academic award given for great achievements. Later, he became a Deputy Lieutenant of Kent in 1962 and the High Sheriff of Kent from 1964 to 1965. These are important ceremonial roles in the county of Kent. From 1964 to 1967, Sir Cuthbert was also the Governor of the Irish Society, an old organization. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, a group that supports arts, manufacturing, and trade.

Family Life

Sir Cuthbert married Joyce Wallace Whyte on June 14, 1927. They had two sons:

• John Robert Whyte Ackroyd, who later became the 2nd Baronet.
• Christopher Lovell Ackroyd.

When Sir Cuthbert passed away in 1973, his eldest son, John, inherited his Baronet title.