Downside’s New Abbot Enthroned: 12th Century Ritual: Procession of Great Magnificence: Kisses of Peace: Downside Abbey and the hill country about it was shrouded in a thick mist on Saturday and through this shroud with lamps aglow there came to the Abbey many cares bearing those who would witness the blessing of the Downside’s new Abbot, the Very Rev. Ralph Sigebert Trafford … (description of event and service) … The following is a list of guests … (long list, includes) … Mr. B. H. Pinsent …
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GRO0085 Devonport: Basil Hume Pinsent: 1911 – 2000