A scholarly essay by David Craine (Retiring President's Address) on George Moore (1709–1787), a major Peel merchant and Keys Speaker during the 1765 Revestment period. Based on Moore's letter books (1750–1780) held in the Manx Museum, it details his trading ventures, smuggling operations, family life, and political role—particularly his involvement in the Keys during the post-Revestment crisis and his relationship with Bishop Wilson over the contraband trade.