Alexander Ratter
| Born | 14 February 1863, Lerwick |
|---|---|
| Died | 18 December 1943, Lerwick |
| Elections | 8 (7 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
Alexander Reid Saunders Ratter was a letterpress printer and Lerwick Town Councillor who had a lengthy period in office, starting in 1905 and finishing in 1929. He was also one of the first Shetland socialist/Labour councillors when he was elected in 1905.
Biography
Alex was the county librarian and School Attendance Officer in Lerwick.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1905 | Lerwick Town Council | 260 | Elected |
| 1908 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1908 | Lerwick Town Council | 381 | Elected |
| 1911 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1911 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | |
| 1914 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1914 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | |
| 1920 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1920 | Lerwick Town Council | 639 | Elected |
| 1923 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1923 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | |
| 1926 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1926 | Lerwick Town Council | 638 | Elected |
| 1929 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1929 | Lerwick Town Council | 459 | Not elected |