Constituency : Reading 1878-85
George took over at Reading after the death of Sir Francis Goldsmid.
George was a 60 year old biscuit manufacturer , a partner in Huntley and Palmer. Huntley was the innovator ; George had the manufacturing and distribution nous. He was mayor of Reading.
George was a supporter of female suffrage and made his maiden speech on the subject.
George gifted Palmer Park to the town.
He died in 1897 aged 79. His son George was also an MP for the seat.
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