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KIRKBY, JOHN (d. 1290) , English ecclesiastic and states-man, entered the public service as a clerk of the chancery during the reign of Henry
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chancellor , Robert Burnell, being referred to as vice-chancellor . In 1282 he was employed by the king to make a tour through the counties and boroughs for the purpose of collecting money; this and his other services to Edward were well rewarded, and although not yet ordained priest he held several valuable benefices in the church. In 1283 he was chosen bishop of Rochester, but owing to the opposition of the archbishop of Canterbury, John Peckham, he did not press
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Kirkby's Quest is the name given to a survey of various English counties which was made under the bishop's direction probably in 1284 and 1285. For this see Inquisitions and Assessments relating to Feudal Aids, 1284-1431, vol. i. (London, 1899). End of Article: KIRKBY, JOHN (d. 1290) If you wish, you can link directly to this article.
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