
What is recorded here
This stone commemorative plaque records: Humphrey Booth the elder These buildings are erected on land forming part of the original endowment of Humphrey Booth who was born in Salford in 1580 and set up the Charity of Humphrey Booth the Elder by a Deed of Foeffment dated 18th February 1630 to aid poor needy or frail people in Salford
Humphrey Booth, born in Salford in 1580, established a significant charity in 1630 aimed at aiding the poor, needy, or frail individuals in his hometown, leaving a lasting legacy of philanthropy.
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