Items related to Ancient and modern York; a guide
Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1841 edition. Excerpt: ...anterior to the time of King William I. The patronage of the ancient rectory was given by the conqueror to St. Mary's Abbey; at the reformation it reverted to the crown. In 1585, the churches of St. John, in Hungate, and St. Andrew in St. Andrewgate, (mentioned in Domesday-Book,) were united to this church and parish. The present edifice is of antique appearance; but is in good repair. It is said to have been constructed from the remains of a neighbouring Carmelite monastery. The windows contain some richly painted glass; and upon one is depicted the legend of St. Anthony of Padua, and his pig. Within the church are buried Sir John Hewley and his lady Dame Sarah, now notorious in consequence of the expensive chancery suits respecting her will. Churchroom, 500; net value £173. St. fHtcftael, Spuvriergate. William the Conqueror, or, as Archbishop Sharp was of opinion, William Rufus, gave this church to St. Mary's Abbey; with which the patronage remained till the dissolution, when it came to the crown. During the improvements consequent upon the erection of the new bridge at Ousegate, the chancel was taken down and a considerable portion of the ground, on which it stood, added to the street. The exterior of the church consequently presents a modern appearance. The windows contain some painted glass representing the history of John the Baptist. Church-room, 500; net value £91. This church, built so close to the Cathedral as to prevent the spectator from viewing to advantage the southwest side, appears to have been founded about a century after the Norman Conquest; and probably was used as a belfrey to the Minster. In 1194, it was confirmed to the dean and chapter of York by Pope Celestine III. It was, we are informed by Archbishop Sharp's...
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