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Life Peerages - the Assistant-Keeper of the Records Reading the Peerage Patent at the Bar of the House of Lords, 1856. The patent of the Earl of Huntingdon was almost illegible from age and discolouration, and the witness read the contents of the parchment roll from the printed volume of the Records. The creation of this Peer was for life. The patent of the Earl of Oxford was also a creation for life only...[Mr. H. G. Sharpe] was interrupted by Lord Ellenborough, who requested him to read clearly and slowly, as the House could not follow the old law Latin when read rapidly. Earl Grey said it was a waste of time to read the Latin text of these old patents, as they had all been printed by public authority, were known to everyone, and easily accessible. After some conversation, a list of patents in several reigns and of rolls of Parliament to be so examined was put in and read'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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In this image from 1856, the Assistant-Keeper of the Records, Mr. H.G. Sharpe, intently reads out the contents of ancient peerage patents at the Bar of the House of Lords. The patents in question, those of the Earls of Huntingdon and Oxford, were almost illegible due to their advanced age and discoloration. The process of creating these peerages was for life, adding to their historical significance. The scene unfolds in the hallowed halls of the House of Lords, where tradition and history intertwine. The Assistant-Keeper, dressed in formal attire, holds the parchment roll close to his eyes, carefully deciphering the faded text. The room is filled with the air of anticipation and reverence as the peers listen intently, their expressions focused on the reader. Lord Ellenborough interrupts the proceedings, requesting Mr. Sharpe to read the Latin text slowly, as the House could not keep up with the old law language when spoken rapidly. However, Earl Grey argues that it is a waste of time to read the Latin text, as these patents have been printed by public authority and are easily accessible to all. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history and tradition of the House of Lords, where the creation of peerages is a time-honored process steeped in ceremony and reverence. The Assistant-Keeper's diligent reading of the ancient patents serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of preserving historical records for future generations.
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