Charles Robertson
| Born | 20 June 1838, Lerwick |
|---|---|
| Died | 21 July 1895, Lerwick |
| Provost | Lerwick Town Council 1890–1895 |
| Elections | 8 (6 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
Charles Robertson was a licensed grocer (R. & C. Robertson) and Lerwick Town Councillor. Robertson was the first councillor to hold the title "Provost" - until 1893 it had been know as Chief Magistrates or Senior Baillie. He unsuccessfully contested the 1884 Lerwick Town Council election.
Biography
Charles first job was as a shopboy to James Arcus, a local merchant. In 1858, he joined up with his brother Robert as successors to Andrew Fordyce, opening R & C Robertson in Lerwick.
Politically, Charles was a staunch conservative and upholder of the established church.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1868 | Lerwick Town Council Election September 1868 | Lerwick Town Council | 40 | Elected |
| 1871 | Lerwick Town Council Election September 1871 | Lerwick Town Council | 51 | Elected |
| 1874 | Lerwick Town Council Election September 1874 | Lerwick Town Council | 15 | Not elected |
| 1884 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1884 | Lerwick Town Council | 22 | Not elected |
| 1886 | Lerwick Town Council By-Election November 1886 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1887 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1887 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1890 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1890 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1893 | Lerwick Town Council Election November 1893 | Lerwick Town Council | Unopposed | Elected |
Provosts
