William Northmore facts for kids
William Northmore (born 1690, died 1735) was an important person in British politics a long time ago. He owned land in places like Okehampton and Exeter in Devon, England. He was also a Tory politician, which means he was part of a political group. He served in the House of Commons, which is a bit like a parliament or a big meeting place where laws are made, from 1713 to 1735.
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Early Life and Family
William Northmore was born in 1690 and was the only son of William Northmore and Anne Hutton. His mother's father, Reverend William Hutton, was a church leader in Northlew and St. Kew.
In 1711, William Northmore married his cousin, Anne Northmore. Her father, also named Thomas Northmore, was William's uncle. In 1713, William inherited a place called Cleve from his uncle. His uncle had owned many properties and wanted them to go to William and his wife.
Political Career
William Northmore was involved in local government as the Recorder of Okehampton. This was a legal role, like a judge or chief magistrate for the town.
First Time in Parliament
He was first elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Okehampton in 1713. An MP is a person chosen to represent their local area in the House of Commons. He was elected again in 1715. During this time, he often voted against the government's plans.
Time Away from Politics
William's father passed away in 1716. His first wife, Anne, died in 1717. In 1720, he married his second wife, Florence Chichester. She was the daughter of a famous person named Sir Arthur Chichester. William did not run for election in 1722. Florence died in 1726.
Return to Parliament
William Northmore was elected again for Okehampton in 1727. He continued to vote against the government on important issues. For example, he voted against having Hessian soldiers (soldiers from a German region) in Britain in 1730. He also voted against the Excise Bill in 1733. This bill was about taxes on goods made and sold inside the country. He was elected one last time in 1734.
Later Life and Death
In 1734, William Northmore married his third wife, Elizabeth Oxenham. Her father was William Oxenham.
William Northmore passed away on March 17, 1735. He did not have any children from his three marriages.
