Montgomerie, John (London)
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| Dates | 1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Scotland | ||
| Marriage | Penelope; Janet Gray | ||
| Issue | at least one son, George | ||
| Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Younger son of lesser laird who sought continual advancement, often through investment and land purchases. Unsuccessfully stood for Linlithgowshire (1708). Under-secretary of state for Scotland (1709), private secretary to Douglas, James (London) 1. MP for Buteshire at by-election ( February 1710) as a nominee of the Court peer Lord Bute. Only held seat until September. Died 1725.
