Lancely, William: From Hall-Boy to House Steward DOB: 1854 DOD: Unknown William Lanceley was one of 9 children of a small farmer who died early, leaving his widow in debt. William began work as a hall-boy to the local squire at the age of 16, his wages were £8 per year. He describes a typical day working as a footman. He spent the next 43 years in service, moving up through the ranks of footman and butler to become house-steward to Lord Roberts at the Curragh. His last appointment was in royal service as steward to the Duke of Connaught. The Great War Autobiography typewritten; 18 pp. Excerpt from book (Edward Arnold & Co, London). 1925