Henry Simonds
Henry John Simonds | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Caversham, England |
| Died | January 25, 1896 (aged 67) |
| Occupation(s) | Barrister, cricketer, brewer |
| Known for | First-class cricket for Cambridge University; partner in H & G Simonds Ltd brewing company; justice of the peace for Oxfordshire |
Henry John Simonds (23 March 1828 – 25 January 1896) was an English barrister and first-class cricketer.
Born in Caversham as the son of William May Simonds, he received his education at Eton College followed by King's College, Cambridge. Between 1849 and 1850, he appeared in two first-class cricket matches representing Cambridge University, accumulating a total of 5 runs. He held a fellowship at King's College from 1849 until 1858.
Simonds pursued legal studies at the Inner Temple and was admitted to the bar in January 1853, subsequently practicing on the Western Circuit. In January 1868, he took on the role of justice of the peace for Oxfordshire. Additionally, he was a partner in the family brewing enterprise, H & G Simonds Ltd, which was named after him and his brother George. Engaged in local political affairs, he acted as Chairman of his area's Conservative Association. Simonds passed away at his home in Caversham in January 1896.
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