George Potter
George Potter
George Potter House offers person-centred care to elderly frail and those suffering from memory loss conditions. Situated in South West London, it was specifically designed for its occupants’ safety and comfort.
Potter was a leading trade unionist who championed trade union rights and became an iconic figure within the movement. Additionally, he founded The Bee-Hive – a weekly trade union newspaper – as his vehicle for activism.
Early Life and Education
George Potter was born in 1843 to Daniel and Martha Potter of Otsego County, New York.
He relocated to Scranton, Pennsylvania around 1850. In 1856 he wed Helen Caroline Finch and they went on to have several children together.
His father was a tinner or tinsmith by trade. Additionally, he was an experienced carpenter and ran his own woodworking business.
As a union leader, Potter was instrumental in founding the London Working Men’s Association (LWMA), with Bee-Hive journal serving as its official journal. This organization promoted trade union rights and had support from radicals within the Liberal Party.
He continued to edit the Bee-Hive, yet its sales were disappointing. Only in June 1868 were two wealthy friends – Samuel Morley and Daniel Platt – able to save him from bankruptcy when they bought shares in the paper from him.
Professional Career
George Potter was an accomplished carpenter and joiner. He joined a trade union, eventually becoming editor of London Working Men’s Association’s journal, The Bee-Hive.
He was accused of maladministration and false statements in a newspaper about an industrial dispute, prompting the closure of his Bee-Hive business venture. Additionally, he was accused of personal dishonesty and lost his seat on the executive of London Trades Council.
Ron left his job with the Ministry of Magic to work alongside George in Weasley’s Wizard Wheezes, their dream joke shop. Ron has an upbeat and friendly disposition which may have contributed to his decision to change careers after Fred’s passing.
Achievements and Honors
George Potter was a leader in the trade union movement, unifying several unions. In 1871 he was elected president of the Trades Union Congress and later chaired its parliamentary committee.
In his later years, he traveled the world as a conservation biologist and filmmaker. He launched one of the first video podcasts in history and also created commercials for Vasque Footwear.
He is currently a professor in the English department at Valparaiso University, teaching courses on modern and contemporary drama, playwriting, global literature, Middle Eastern film/literature/culture. Additionally he holds an affiliated faculty member status within the international service department.
Personal Life
George was born on April 1st and is renowned for his twin brother Fred’s reputation for pulling jokes on people, particularly on April Fool’s Day.
Despite being the boisterous Weasley brothers, they weren’t particularly bright academically. Their jokes were usually light-hearted and harmless, usually leading to only self-complimentary laughter.
They were fiercely protective of their younger siblings, especially Ron whom they enjoyed teases. This protectiveness extended to Ginny as well, who shared their same temperament; the two shared a close bond.
Eventually, they opened Weasley’s Wizard Wheezes – a joke shop known for its novelty items and offbeat gags.
Net Worth
George Harris is a British actor best known for his role as Minister Kingsley Shacklebolt in the Harry Potter series. He has also featured in numerous other films and television shows.
He is estimated to have a net worth of $2 million. Over the course of almost three decades, his career has allowed him to accumulate an impressive fortune.
Harry Potter movies have made millions for each actor who played their characters. Daniel Radcliffe boasts a net worth of $110 million, while Rupert Grint holds on to $50 million in wealth.