David Greig (MP)

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]

References

  1. ^ a b 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
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