Bencken
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Brough (S. altar tomb). Here lies the Body of Captn. Hack Bencken Gent. who for-several years proved himself an able and expert Commander in the West India Traide (sic) departed this life at Thorda Gate on Stainmore March the:25 and Year:of our Lord 1757 in the 34 years. of his age. Ps. the 107 vers.24 & 31.
They that in Ships with courage bold
O'er swelling waves their trade pursue,
Do God's amazing works behold,
And in the deep his wonders view.
O then that all the world with me
Would God for this his goodness praise,
And for the mighty works which he
Throughout the wond'ring world displays.