About James Fraser
Lived 1859 – 1943 (aged 83). James Fraser was a British rugby union player.
James Fraser was a Scotland international rugby union player.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career
He played for Edinburgh Institution F.P.
International career
He was capped just the once for Scotland, in 1881.
Medical career
Fraser became a doctor. He became the first full time medical officer to the Hull Education Authority. He maintained that post till he retired in 1926.
Other interests
He was greatly interested in the Hull Subscription Library. He was also very involved with the youth of the city, and was a chairman of the local Young People's Institute. James was one of five children the couple had.
James Fraser married Rose Thorney in 1883. Miss Thorney was the daughter of the Hull city coroner.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Fraser?
Scotland international rugby union player (1859-1943)
When was James Fraser born?
James Fraser was born on 30 May 1859.
When did James Fraser die?
James Fraser died on 21 January 1943.
What was James Fraser's occupation?
James Fraser was a rugby union player.
What nationality was James Fraser?
James Fraser was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Fraser (rugby union)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Fraser. https://biography.guide/james-fraser-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "James Fraser." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-fraser-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "James Fraser." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-fraser-rugby-union-player/.
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