Samuel More (1726–1799)

Samuel More (30 November 1726–11 October 1799) was an English apothecary and administrator associated with the Society of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce.

Notably, he cured the incapacitated hands of a dyer’s apprentice thereby earning himself an election to the Society of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce in May of 1761.

Despite this, due to his tireless work ethic and widespread popularity, More remained in his position as secretary for the remainder of his life.

His role allowed him to cultivate relationships with numerous peers in scientific and industrial circles, who frequently sought his counsel on technical issues.

[1][2] After years of good health, he began to suffer intense flare-ups of gout before dying at his home in London in 1799.