David Greig (MP)

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David Greig (born 1793) was a Scottish politician.

Born in Perth, David was the son of Bailie James Greig. [1] He worked as a watchmaker and jeweller. He was also involved with shipping in the burgh's port. He stood in the 1839 Perth by-election for the Whigs, winning the seat, but he did not stand at the subsequent 1841 UK general election. [2] During the same period, he served as Provost of Perth. [1] He later became a director of the Scottish Provincial Assurance Company. [3]

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References

  1. 1 2 New Edinburgh Almanac and National Repository. Edinburgh: Oliver and Boyd. 1840. p. 329.
  2. Stenton, Michael (1976). Who's Who of British Members of Parliament. Vol. 1. Hassocks: Harvester Press. p. 164. ISBN   0855272198.
  3. The Aberdeen Almanac. Aberdeen: D. Chalmers. 1863. p. 141.
Parliament of the United Kingdom
Preceded by Member of Parliament for Perth
18391841
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