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The Pulpit 'In memory of John Middleton Ware M.A. For 49 years the Faithful Vicar & Rector of this Parish. This pulpit was erected by his Sorrowing Parishioners & Friends A.D. 1905.'
John Middleton Ware, born Stoke Courcey, July 20th 1824, died October 25th 1903.
Rev John Middleton Ware, Vicar at St. Luke's, 1954-1903 during whose long incumbency the church was restored and refurbished. John was married to Mary Ann (Garbett) Ware [b. September 20th 1829 - d. November 3rd 1888]This photo shows how pristine the porch of St. Lukes was, compared to its very weathered appearance now.
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