Richard Beadon (15 April 1737 – 21 April 1824) was Master of Jesus College,

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1781–1789 and later

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of the University,

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and

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Life

Beadon was born at Pinkworthy in

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, son of the Rev. Robert Beadon, Rector of Oakford. He was educated at

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and admitted to

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in 1754. He was eighth Wrangler and Senior Chancellor's Medallist in 1758. He married Rachel, granddaughter of Bishop Gooch, of Ely, and had one son, Richard. He was also the uncle of Frederick Beadon. It is said he was admirable both as Master and Vice-Chancellor, and a very handsome man. His portrait survives in the College.

Career

*Fellow and Tutor of St. John's *

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, 1775–1789 *Master of Jesus College, 1781–1789 *Tutor to Prince Frederick William, afterwards Duke of Gloucester *Bishop of Gloucester, 1789–1802 *Bishop of Bath and Wells, 1802–1824

References

List of Masters, Jesus College website, Extracted April 24, 2009
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