Sacred
to the Memory
of
Henry Hatcher.
A Man of simple manners,
deep and varied learning,
silent and unobtrusive Piety.
Of his talents and research as an Antiquarian
he has left in the History of this Cathedral and
adjoining City, a faithful and enduring Record.
Ever ready to guide and assist Literary pursuits,
he exhibited at once a bright example
of that Industry by which Science is acquired,
and of that generous feeling which
delights to impart it to others.
That the Memory of one so worthy to
be had in remembrance should not pass away
without some public Tribute of respect, this
Tablet, simple as the character ofHim whose
Name it bears, was erected by the Inhabitants
of this City and Neighbourhood.
Born at Kemble in the County of Wilts
May 14th 1777
Died at Salisbury December 14th 1846.