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NOTE1850

John Dutton, of Dutton

By B.

In the Vagrant Act, 17 George II., c. 5., the heir and assigns of John Dutton, of Dutton, co. Chester, deceased, Esq., are exempt from the pains and penalties of vagrancy. Query—Who was the said John Dutton, and why was such a boon conferred on his heirs for ever?

Topics: Vagrant Act, Genealogy

Locations: Dutton, Chester