Reverend Harcourt Samuel

Years Elected: 1944, 1955, 1956, 1957

History:
Eldest son of London Minister, Rev. Samuel was brought up under the
influence of the church. However, before entering the Ministry he had
held a business position in London, giving him valuable experience.

Travelled extensively visiting Italy, Egypt, Palestine & the United States.

Lived in Ramsgate for eleven years prior to 1944 during which time he
has lived through peace and war time.

Rev. Samuel began his ministry in Lambourne End, Sussex.

After 8 years in Lambourne End moved to Ramsgate to carry on his
ministry at the Cavendish Baptist Church.

Elected vice-president of the Kent and Sussex Baptist organisation in
1943.

In 1937 he was co-opted as a member of the Ramsgate Education
Committee.

Member of the town council from 1941 for Central Ward.

Elected Chairman of civil defence committee in 1942.

1943 held vice-chairmanship of the housing and town planning
committee.

Actively involved with work of the General Hospital.