John Seymour (Maryland)
John Seymour was the 10th Royal Governor of Maryland from 1704 to 1709. The Earl of Nottingham presented his royal nomination to the Council of Trade and Plantations on January 11, 1703. He succeeded Thomas Tench and was succeeded by Edward Lloyd. He attempted to resolve boundary issues, religious rights, and compensation for 'itinerant judges'. His administration instituted the qualifications for the municipal officials of Annapolis and its market and fair days. He was born in Gloucestershire, England, the son of Thomas Seymour.
