Basnett, Thomas P., Liverpool, cm and victualler (b. 1752–d. 1822). Trading at 17 Vernon St, 1781–90; no. 31 in 1796; 20 Key St, Tythebarn St in 1800; and Edmund St, 1803–22. Admitted freeman on 11 September 1780 on servitude to Edward Lowe. Son Thomas b. 22 June 1784, became a tailor. Took app. named Edward Basnett in 1805. Death reported on 7 June 1822, aged 70. [D; Liverpool freemen's committee bk and reg.; Liverpool Mercury, 7 June 1822]