About David Greig
Lived 1793 – 1866 (aged 72–73). David Greig was a British politician.
David Greig (born 1793) was a Scottish politician.
Born in Perth, David was the son of Bailie James Greig. 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. During the same period, he served as Provost of Perth.
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Who was David Greig?
politician, died 1866
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David Greig was born in 1793.
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David Greig died in 1866 in Perth.
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David Greig was a politician.
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David Greig was British.
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