John Booth (bishop)
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John Booth (d. 5 April 1478) was an English clergyman who held numerous appointments in the church and royal service.
[edit] Appointments
- 1457 Treasurer of the diocese of York
- 1459 Archdeacon of Richmond
- 1459 Treasurer of Lichfield Cathedral and Canon of Sallowe
- 1459 Prebendary of Strensall
- C.1461-1465 Secretary to Edward IV
- 1463-1464 Chancellor of the University of Cambridge
- 1464 Prebendary of Bole
- 1464 Principal Secretary to Edward IV
- 1465-1478 Bishop of Exeter
- 1471-1478 Member of Edward's Council
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| Preceded by George Neville |
Bishop of Exeter 1465–1478 |
Succeeded by Peter Courtenay |
