William Poynter
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For the Nebraska politician, see William A. Poynter.
William Poynter (20 May 1762 – 26 November 1827) was an English Catholic priest, bishop as vicar apostolic in London.
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The Right Reverend William Poynter | |
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Vicar Apostolic of the London District | |
Appointed | 6 March 1803 (Coadjutor) |
Installed | 8 May 1812 |
Term ended | 26 November 1827 |
Predecessor | John Douglass |
Successor | James Yorke Bramston |
Other post(s) | Titular Bishop of Alia |
Orders | |
Ordination | 1786 |
Consecration | 29 May 1803 by John Douglass |
Personal details | |
Born | (1762-05-20)20 May 1762 Petersfield, Hampshire, England |
Died | 26 November 1827(1827-11-26) (aged 65) London, United Kingdom |
Denomination | Roman Catholic |
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