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Thompson, John

Address: 5 Alfred Square, Deal

Occupation: Boatman

Called on: Day 14

Witness Type: Bribee

Amount Received: £5

Received From:

Notes

Grandson of Henry William Thompson who was unable to attend and so John testified on his behalf. Details shown relate to Henry William.

The average amount paid for a vote was £3 or the equivalent of £291.10 today! Many people were bribed by both sides...