James Anderson (ii)
| Born | 27 May 1858, Kergord |
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| Died | 25 April 1934, Bixter |
| Elections | 2 (2 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
27 May 1858, Kergord, Weisdale, d. 25 April 1934, Bixter) was a master mariner and a County Councillor for Aithsting from 1928 until his resignation in 1932.
Biography
In his Shetland Times obituary, James was described as "the best kind of Shetlander - sturdy, independent, kindly, yet determined to make the best of life." His family were removed from their Kergord property during The Clearings and as a young boy he worked as a fisherman in Shetland and Greenland, before later joining what we now call the Merchant navy, sailing to America to work in the wood trade. He then transferred to a steam vessel in Australia and travelled as far and wide as the Solomon Islands. Upon the death of his father, who was also a councillor, he returned to Shetland to manage the family farm in Aithness.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | County Council Election December 1928 (Aithsting) | Zetland County Council | 107 | Elected |
| 1929 | County Council Election December 1929 (Aithsting) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |