William Farr

William Farr (1807-1883) was a British statistician, born at Kenley, Shropshire. He studied medicine, and practised in London. However, he obtained a post in the Registrar-General's office, and rose to be head of the statistical department. He issued various statistical compilations of great value for purposes of insurance.

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