
Humphrey’s world: how the Samuel Smith beer baron built Britain’s strangest pub chain
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The Eccentric Legacy of a Beer Baron
This chapter delves into the life of Humphrey, a dedicated workaholic and respected leader of Samuel Smith's brewery. It narrates the brewery's history, its expansion, and the transformation of historic pubs under his management, highlighting the changes in cultural significance and hospitality over time.
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