Sir Abraham Elton, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Abraham Elton, 1st Baronet (born in 1654 – died on 9 February 1728) was an important English politician. He lived in places like Clevedon Court and Whitestaunton in Somerset.
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Who Was Sir Abraham Elton?
Abraham Elton was born in 1654. He was the second son of Isaac Elton. His father was a yeoman, which meant he owned and farmed land in Barton Regis, Bristol. Abraham's older brother, Jacob, passed away in 1676. This meant Abraham became the main son in the family.
A Life in Public Service
Sir Abraham Elton spent much of his life working for the public. He held several important positions. These roles helped him serve his community and country.
Mayor of Bristol
From 1710 to 1711, Sir Abraham Elton was the Mayor of Bristol. The Mayor is like the leader of a city. They help make important decisions for the people living there. Being Mayor was a big responsibility. It showed that people trusted him to guide the city.
High Sheriff of Gloucestershire
Later, in 1715 and 1716, he became the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire. A High Sheriff was a very old and important role. They represented the King or Queen in their county. Their job included helping to keep law and order. They also made sure elections ran smoothly.
Becoming a Baronet
In 1717, Sir Abraham Elton received a special honor. He was made a Baronet. A Baronet is a title given by the King or Queen. It is a bit like being a knight, but the title can be passed down to the eldest son. This made him Sir Abraham Elton.
Member of Parliament
From 1722 to 1727, Sir Abraham Elton was a Member (MP) for Bristol. As an MP, he worked in the Parliament of England. Parliament is where laws are made for the country. He represented the people of Bristol. He spoke for their needs and helped create new rules.
Family and Later Life
Sir Abraham Elton passed away in 1728. He was married to Mary Jefferies. She was the daughter of Robert Jefferies from Pile Green, Gloucestershire. Together, they had three sons and one daughter. After his death, his eldest son, also named Abraham, took over the title of Baronet.
