Name

Christopher Hampton

Biography

Of Kirk Braddan. Petitioned Bishop Wilson within two months of his arrival in 1698. Hampton's wife had been convicted of lamb stealing and sentenced to seven years' penal servitude. Hampton asked for a licence for a second marriage 'in consideration of his motherless children.' Wilson gave him 'liberty to make such a choice as may be most for your support and comfort.' Wilson's first case — pastoral, practical, humane.

Active Period

fl. 1698

Place

Kirk Braddan

Period

Stanley Lordship

Role / Office

Petitioner

Book Chapter

Chapter 4