Hello Tramroad. Well, thats really strange. I can see George on the 1871 Census. Born 1858 Barnsley. (There were 2 on 1871 Census - the other boy, also known as George E, born same year and in Sheffield).
Do you have access to A......y? Have a look at the family trees - It is definitely George E Poole, born 1858, Barnsley, died 1938. I have checked the English deaths and cannot make a match, which makes me think he died outside the UK as place of death is not listed. These trees are 'locked'. I suggest you have a look and get in contact.
Madri