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Dates 1711-13
Location London
Vocation Politician
Place of Birth Scotland
Marriage Bessie Goodall; Elizabeth
Issue 9 sons, 4 daughters
Place of birth Source History of Parliament Online

Apprenticed to Aberdeen merhcant in 1669 and continues in business world. Stood as Tory candidate in 1711 election and elected MP for Aberdeen Burghs. Joined the October Club. Voted in favour of Scottish toleration bill (1712) but for trade interests. Did not stand for re-election in 1713.