This is an advert in the Guardian, 15th February, 1865. Wonder who Mrs Hodgson was .. maybe just the Housekeeper ? Which wealthy family I wonder.
Love 'sobriety'. What's single-handed .. not married ?
"For a gentleman's family near Accrington, a butler, single-handed: none need apply without good character for sobriety and ability. - Mrs Hodgson"
Wonder if any members have memories of being a servant or tales from their ancestors.