Background
MAKINSON, Joseph was born on August 25, 1836. Son of John Makinson, solicitor, of Manchester.
MAKINSON, Joseph was born on August 25, 1836. Son of John Makinson, solicitor, of Manchester.
Studied at Huddersfield College (Classical and Mathematical medals). Clare College Cambridge (Classical Scholar). Owens College Manchester (Senior Classical prize).
Bachelor of Arts.
Barrister, 1864, Northern Circuit. 2nd Class Mathematical honours, Cambridge. Justice of the Peace; Stipendiary Justice of Borough of Salford since 1878.
Clubs: Manchester Conservative; Vice-Pres. Lancashire County Cricket.