Newland, Abraham (M)

Surname: Newland
Forename(s): Abraham
b. 23 April 1730. d. 21 November 1807. Nationality: English. VIAF.
Poet and chief cashier for the Bank of England. Born in Southwark, Surrey. Son of William Newland and Ann (née Arnold). Clerk at Bank of England until 1782, after which he served as chief cashier until 1807. His signature on every bank note led to them being called Abraham Newlands in slang. Biographical information: ODNB. (BGL)

Poems associated with this person

Total poems: 1
Poem title Date Periodical Roles id #
“Beneath this stone old Abraham lies” 1866-06 Temple Bar Poet 17154