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Death and life of Augustus Perceval Earl of Egmont
The article recalls the life of Augustus Arthur Perceval 8th Earl of Egmont born 1856 in New Zealand. He served as a fireman in the Metropolitan Brigade and later as Chelsea Town Hall ball keeper before inheriting the title. His fortunes included a £11,000 legacy, cement business misadventures, and various ventures before his death after a river voyage at Thames Ditton. His heir is Charles John Perceval born 1858.
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