John Trevor (speaker) facts for kids
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Sir John Trevor
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Engraving of Sir John Trevor
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| Speaker of the House of Commons | |
| In office 1689–1695 |
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| Monarch | William III and Mary II |
| Preceded by | Henry Powle |
| Succeeded by | Paul Foley |
| In office 1685–1687 |
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| Monarch | James II |
| Preceded by | Sir William Williams |
| Succeeded by | Henry Powle |
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| Born | c. 1637 |
| Died | 20 May 1717 |
| Nationality | British |
| Residences | Brynkinalt, Denbighshire, Wales |
| Alma mater | Ruthin School |
| Occupation | Politician and lawyer |
Sir John Trevor (born around 1637, died 1717) was an important Welsh lawyer and politician. He held a powerful job called the Speaker of the English House of Commons twice. He was Speaker from 1685 to 1687 and again from 1689 to 1695.
Trevor also worked as the Master of the Rolls. This was a senior judge position. He held this role from 1685 to 1689 and again from 1693 until his death in 1717. His second time as Speaker ended because he had to leave the House of Commons. This happened after he made a serious mistake involving money. He is one of only a few Speakers who had to leave their job early.
Early Life and Education
John Trevor was born in Wales, probably in 1637 or 1638. We don't know his exact birthday. His father was also named John Trevor. His mother was Margaret Jeffreys. Her family was quite well-known.
The Trevor family lived at a place called Brynkinalt. This was in the area of Chirk in Denbighshire, Wales.
John Trevor went to Ruthin School when he was younger. He started his career working as a clerk for a relative. A clerk helps with office work and keeping records. With the help of another relative, George Jeffreys, he moved up in his career. Eventually, King Charles II made him a king's counsel. This meant he was a very important lawyer.
Political Career and Key Roles
In 1685, King James II gave John Trevor two big jobs. He became the Master of the Rolls and the Speaker of the House of Commons.
John Trevor was a member of the Tory political group. He strongly supported King James II. When a new king, William III, came to power, Trevor lost his jobs.
However, in 1690, he returned to Parliament as Speaker. From 1693, he also got his job back as the Master of the Rolls. Between 1692 and 1695, he also represented Newry in the Irish House of Commons.
As Speaker, he was known for having severely cross-eyed vision. This sometimes made it hard for members of Parliament. They weren't sure who he was looking at when he wanted someone to speak.
Family Life
Sir John Trevor married a woman named Jane Mostyn. She was the daughter of Sir Roger Mostyn.
They had four children together. Their names were Edward, Arthur, John, and Anne. Sadly, Trevor's wife, Jane, passed away before him in August 1704.
