Strict pub boss who banned phones, music and swearing dies aged 81
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Strict pub boss who banned phones, music and swearing dies aged 81.
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The renowned former pub boss who left a legacy of banning smartphones, recorded music and foul language in his venues has died at the age of 81.Humphrey Smith, chairman of Samuel Smith's Old Brewery, was born on December 17 1944, and led the Tadcaster-based family business.Councillor Richard Sweeting, Tadcaster's mayor, said the town was "in mourning" following the death of Mr Smith, who had been unwell for some time."It's the end of an era.
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Mr Smith has been part of Tadcaster for many years and has done a lot for this town.
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My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this sad time," he said in tribute.
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