Henry Burridge
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Henry Burridge | |
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| Mayor of Bedford | |
| In office 1900–1901 | |
| Preceded by | Hedley Baxter |
| Succeeded by | Geoffrey Howard |
| In office 1904–1905 | |
| Preceded by | Edward Lavender Moulton |
| Succeeded by | George Haynes |
Henry Burridge (3/4 December 1856 – July 1932) was a two-time Mayor of Bedford, Alderman, Bedford Borough Councillor, and Justice of the Peace.
Henry Burridge was born in Bedford on 3rd/4th December 1856.[1] He was the second son of parents James & Hannah Hoe.[2] He was baptised alongside his two siblings (Alfred and Clara Jane) on the 7 October 1860 at St. Mary's Church, Bedford.[3]
He was educated at Riley's School (now known as 'Bedford School').[1]
In 1876, Henry Burridge married Miss Pearcy Elson of Finedon. They have 5 children.[1]
In 1885, he described himself as a plumber, glazier, gas fitter, whitesmith, and general smith.[4][5]
By 1899, Henry still resided at 41 Cauldwell St, Bedford and was still occupied as a builder.[6] During this time, Henry also described himself as a "private resident" all the while still the owner of the local brickworks.[4]
At one point Henry applied for a patent for "improvements in motor vehicles and the like" for a type of amphibious car, describing himself as an "engineer".[4]
His oldest son Walter passed away in 1920, followed by his youngest son, Cecil, February 1921, and his wife in April 1921.[1]
In 1922, Henry alongside his son-in-law acquired shares in the Bedford Chemical Co. Ltd. as well as Bedford Club and Bowling Green Co.[4] In 1928, twelve shares in local enterprises, the De Parys Club and Bowling Green Company were transferred from Hedley Baxter to Henry.[7]