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This group is for photographs which show the occupation of the deceased on gravestones in the British Isles, either in words, sculpture, or possibly both! It is not intended for war memorials.
Old Cemetery, Ipswich, Suffolk
In loving memory of Capt Thomas Brinkley, for 11 years water bailiff to the Borough of Ipswich, who after a severe affliction fell asleep in Jesus 26th February 1872, aged 62 years,
Thomas and his wife Eliza lived at 9 Foundation Street in the middle of Ipswich, near to the Catchpole brewery.
A Water Bailiff was responsible for policing areas of water to ensure that they were in use for their proper purpose. However, in a 19th Century industrial town, especially one with busy docks, it is likely that he was more of a technician or engineer, especially as he was employed by the Borough. The relief appears to show him going about his work.
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