About John Voce Moore
Lived 1826 – 1904 (aged 78). John Voce Moore was a British politician and businessperson, known for Lord Mayor of London.
Sir John Voce Moore (5 February 1826 – 11 February 1904) was an English businessman and Lord Mayor of London.
Biography
Moore was born in Stockport in 1826, the son of James and Martha Moore.
He founded a tea trading company at age 22 and retired as the senior partner of Moore Brothers Tea Merchants. He was a member of the Loriners Company.
Moore was a member of the Court of Common Council from 1870 to 1889, and Alderman for Candlewick ward from 1889 to July 1902, when he resigned due to ill-health. He was appointed Sheriff of the City of London for 1894, served as Deputy Lieutenant for Kent the same year, and elected Lord Mayor of London for 1898. In that capacity he opened the Transvaal War Fund and the Refugees Fund. In 1894 Moore and the other Sheriff, Joseph Dimsdale, were both knighted in commemoration of the opening of the Tower Bridge and the birth of an heir to the throne.
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Who was John Voce Moore?
English businessman and politician (1826–1904)
When was John Voce Moore born?
John Voce Moore was born on 5 February 1826 in Stockport.
When did John Voce Moore die?
John Voce Moore died on 11 February 1904 in St Giles.
What was John Voce Moore's occupation?
John Voce Moore was a politician and businessperson.
What was John Voce Moore known for?
John Voce Moore was known for Lord Mayor of London.
What nationality was John Voce Moore?
John Voce Moore was British.
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