Note 38 — Memorial-Introduction.
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It will be observed that in the Letter Sir John does not name the gentleman he wishes to succeed him. It was no doubt Sir William Ryves, who actually was appointed. The "neere alliance" was through the family of Mervyn, and is shown in the following details drawn up for me by Mr. B. H. Beedham, from information communicated by Mr. J. N. C. Davis, as before:
George Touchet, Earl of Castlehaven Lucy, d. of Sir James Mervyn, Fonthill, Wilts.
3 2
Sir John Davies Lady Eleanor Touchet Edward Davys Joan Cave
Matthew Davys b. 1595 ob. 1678. Ann d. of Edward Mervyn of Fonthill, ob. 8th Nov. 1657.
John Ryves of Daunsey Court Elizabeth d. of John Mervyn (several children)
6 8th son.
Sir William Ryves settled in Ireland; had numerous appointments, and made large purchases of estates; Attorney General. Sir Thomas Ryves, Master in Chancery: Judge of the Prerogative Court there.