John Townsend, Chairman of Wimbledon Local Board, 1885-94
| Area | Wimbledon |
|---|---|
| Picture Reference | Wim_39_29-1 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | John Townsend was born in 1823 and was a leading builder and chairman of the local board from 1805-1894, when it lost its powers to a local urban district council. Townsend supported the opening of a local/public library in 1887. He died in 1917. |
