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Congregational dissent had its origin in Malton in the year 1773. In this year a chapel was erected, at the opening of which Rev. -- Bottomley, Scarborough, preached. He took much interest in these early movements.The following is the list of pastors -
Mr. Senior retired from the pastorship July 11, 1867, and is now living at Ovenden. On his removal a purse of gold was presented to him by friends of different denominations-a mark of their esteem and love. The number of church members at Malton is 47.
- Rev. -- MELDRUM, from Scot land, the first pastor.
- Rev. -- SUGGIT.
- Rev. -- BARTLETT. After several years' ministry, he adopted Unitarian sentiments. In consequence of this change, a new chapel was built, principally at the expense of Mr. J. Ryder, corn merchant. In this chapel the first minister was,
- 1815. Rev. W. GREENWOOD, from Idle Acy. He resigned his charge in 1827.
- 1830. Rev. E. GATLEY, from Brigg, educated at Rotherham.
- 1843. Rev. G. SCHOFIELD.
- Oct. 11, 1857. Rev. D. SENIOR, from Selby. During the pastorate of Mr. S , the chapel, which was out of repair, was restored at an expense of £550. It was altered and entirely reconstructed to gain a school-room, without decreasing the chapel accommodation. This alteration was stimulated by J. Crossley, Esq., who behaved with his usual liberality.
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* By aid of Rev. D. Senior. Rillington, Ryton and Norton have been branches of the congregation at Malton.