Census from 1861 shows more staff than family
Census record, 1861This census return documents the residents of the Mansion House in 1861. At this time, it was owned by Joseph Need-Walker, who built it in 1828.
The record, detailing several maids and a housekeeper, shows more staff than family members.
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