Edward Baines (1774–1848) was the editor and proprietor of the Leeds Mercury, politician, and the author of historical and geographic works of reference.
On his death in 1848, the Leeds Intelligencer described his as "one who has earned for... Wikipedia
Born: February 5, 1774, City of Preston, United Kingdom
Died: August 3, 1848 (age 74 years), Leeds, United Kingdom
Grandchildren: John William Pye-Smith, Frances Jane Baines, and Mary Anne Eliza Baines
Great grandchildren: Ida Baines Forwood, Talbot Brittain Forwood, Sir Dudley Baines Forwood, 2nd Bt., and more
Children: Edward Baines, Matthew Talbot Baines, and Thomas Baines
Education: Hawkshead Grammar School