Rise in Society
Using the money he had made in this venture it was also at this time that he began his long association with property development, first buying land and buildings in Merton, South London, including a house for himself known as Merton Grove which has since been demolished to make way for South Wimbledon tube station.
During his time in Merton he was appointed a Magistrate, and in 1770 the High Sheriff of Surrey but suffered a further setback in 1777 when Barbara died, leaving him a widower for the second time at the age of only 55.
In the next twist in his complicated career he began to be involved in politics, eventually becoming Member of Parliament for Southwark in 1780, a position he held for four years.
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