Records of Newton-in-Bowland Preparative Meeting of the Society of Friends 1654-1993

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Records of Newton-in-Bowland Preparative Meeting of the Society of Friends 1654-1993

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This area of the West Riding was visited by a number of First Publishers of Truth in succession, beginning in spring 1653. Thomas Vears and Christopher Atkinson were the first to hold meetings there, in Newton and Easington; amongst those convinced were James Bond and Cuthbert Hayhurst. William Dewsbury followed shortly afterwards, staying at the homes of John Crosdale, Richard Leigh and Cuthbert Hayhurst, and preaching in the local villages. John Audland also held a meeting at Richard Leigh's h...