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References
- ↑ William Boyd, Calendar State Papers Scotland: 1581-1583, vol. 6 (Edinburgh, 1914), p. 330.
- ↑ John Nichols, The Progresses, Processions, and Magnificent Festivities, of King James the First vol. 3 (London, 1828), p. 312.
- ↑ Dictionary of Canadian Biography 'STEWART, JAMES, of Killeith, fourth Lord Ochiltree'
- ↑ Historical Manuscript Commission: Report on the Manuscripts of the Earl of Mar And Kellie (London, 1904), pp. 181-192.
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| Preceded by Andrew Stuart | Lord Ochiltree 1615-1658 | Succeeded by William Stewart |