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The late Hugh Spottiswoode
William Hugh Spottiswoode (1864-1915) businessman, publisher and cricketer. Chairman of the board of The Sphere and Tatler company; also a director of Eyre and Spottiswoode, the Kings printers and of Messrs. John Broadwood and Sons, the famous pianoforte manufacturers. Raised funds for the Printers Pension Corporation, particularly through the production and sale of Printers Pie every summer and Christmas. In his younger days, he played county cricket for Kent and was a fine golfer and game shot. Date: 1915
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Businessman Chairman Cigar Cricketer Hugh Publisher Sphere Spottiswoode Tatler
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In this evocative portrait, taken in 1915, we see the late William Hugh Spottiswoode, a prominent businessman, publisher, and cricketer of his time. With a confident gaze and a cigar clenched between his teeth, Spottiswoode exudes an air of authority and success. He was the Chairman of the board of The Sphere and Tatler company, a position he held with great distinction. In addition to this, he was also a director of Eyre and Spottiswoode, the esteemed Kings printers, and of Messrs. John Broadwood and Sons, the renowned pianoforte manufacturers. Beyond his business pursuits, Spottiswoode was deeply involved in charitable endeavors. He played a significant role in raising funds for the Printers Pension Corporation, an organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to printers in need. One of his most successful fundraising initiatives was the production and sale of "Printers Pie" every summer and Christmas. In his younger days, Spottiswoode was an accomplished cricketer, representing Kent County, and a skilled golfer and game shot. His love for sports added to his popularity and charisma. This portrait, with its rich historical context, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who made significant contributions to both the business world and the community. The portrait, taken in 1915, captures the essence of a man who was not only a successful businessman and publisher but also a dedicated philanthropist and sportsman. Spottiswoode's legacy continues to inspire us with his entrepreneurial spirit, his commitment to his community, and his passion for the games he loved.
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