Thomas Williams (archdeacon of Craven)
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Thomas John Williams | |
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Archdeacon of Craven | |
In office 1949–1956 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 9 May 1889 |
Died | 4 July 1956 |
Spouse | Ethel Marion née Roberts |
The Venerable Thomas John Williams (9 May 1889 - 4 July 1956) was Archdeacon of Craven from 1949[1] to 1956.
Educated at Durham University and ordained in 1915,[2] Williams was awarded the Military Cross for his service as a Chaplain to the Forces during World War I. He was Vicar of Otley from 1937; and an Honorary Canon of Bradford Cathedral from 1939.[3]
References
- ^ The Times, Friday, 16 Dec 1949; pg. 2; Issue 51566; col C Ecclesiastical News Archdeacon Of Craven
- ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory 1947-48 Oxford, OUP, 1947
- ^ “Who was Who” 1897–2007 London, A & C Black, 2007 ISBN 978-0-19-954087-7