George Smith

George Smith (31 August 1800- 30 August 1868) was an English businessman, historian and theologian. He is best known for historical work relating to the Methodist conference. He was known locally for his powers of speaking and lecturing, in 1823 he became a local preacher for the Wesleyan Methodists, and was seen as one of their leading laymen. He was a member of the Royal Asiatic Society, of the Society of Antiquaries of London (23 December 1841), of the Royal Society of Literature, and of the Irish Archeological Society. In 1859 he was created LL.D. of New York..