John Lister (died 1616) facts for kids
John Lister (died 19 January 1616) was an English businessman and politician from the town of Hull. He was known for trading lead and for serving in the House of Commons, which is a part of the English government.
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John Lister: A Leader in Hull
John Lister was an important person in Hull during the late 1500s and early 1600s. He was involved in both business and local government, helping to shape his town.
From Merchant to Mayor
John Lister started his career as a successful lead merchant. This meant he bought and sold lead, which was an important material at the time.
A Busy Merchant
Around 1590, John Lister bought some land on High Street in Hull. This land overlooked the River Hull, which was a busy waterway for trade. His business helped Hull grow and become a more important port.
Serving His Town
Besides his business, John Lister was very active in Hull's local government. He was a member of the Hull Corporation, which was like the town council. He became an alderman, a senior member of the council, and then served as the mayor of Hull in 1592. The mayor is the main leader of a town or city.
Representing Hull in Parliament
In 1601, John Lister was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for Kingston upon Hull. An MP is someone who represents their town or area in the national government, helping to make laws and decisions for the country.
The Lister Family Legacy
John Lister passed away on 19 January 1616 and was buried in Holy Trinity Church in Hull.
A Family of Leaders
John Lister was married to Anne Gayton. Their son, also named John, followed in his father's footsteps and also became a Member of Parliament for Hull. This shows that public service was important to their family.
The Lister House Today
The house where the Lister family lived is still standing today. It has been turned into a museum called the Wilberforce House Museum. This museum helps people learn about the history of Hull and the important people who lived there, like the Listers.
