David Williamson
| Born | 18 September 1860, Arbirlot |
|---|---|
| Died | 6 January 1937, Royal Hairdressing Saloon, Lerwick |
| Elections | 6 (5 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
David Williamson was a Bank Agent and a County Councillor for Yell South first between 1895 and 1901, then again between 1902 and 1910. His eldest daughter, Mary, was married to councillor Charles Mitchell. He unsuccessfully contested the Yell South seat at the 1910 County Council election.
Biography
David came to Shetland in 1883 from Banff and was employed by the Lerwick branch of the North of Scotland Bank Ltd. He rose to the position of Agent in the bank after the death of William Irvine, a position he held for some 40 years, retiring on 30 September 1928, with more than 45 years service.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | County Council Election December 1895 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1898 | County Council Election December 1898 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1902 | Yell South County Council By-Election February 1902 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Unanimously elected | Elected |
| 1904 | County Council Election December 1904 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1907 | County Council Election December 1907 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1910 | County Council Election December 1910 (Yell South) | Zetland County Council | Withdrew | Not elected |
Offices Held
Zetland County Council
