John Goudie
| Born | 25 July 1874, Dunrossness |
|---|---|
| Died | 2 December 1949, Dunrossness |
| Elections | 4 (4 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
John James Goudie was a County Councillor for Dunrossness North between 1934 and 1949.
Biography
He spent a short time in insurance work in Edinburgh after leaving school, before going to America as a school teacher, and later as a farmer with his brother Gilbert in South Dakota. He stayed in America for 16 years before returning back to Shetland to help his father run the family's Dunrossness farm.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Dunrossness North County Council By-Election December 1934 (Dunrossness North) | Zetland County Council | Unanimously appointed | Elected |
| 1935 | County Council Election December 1935 (Dunrossness North) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1938 | County Council Election December 1938 (Dunrossness North) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1945 | County Council Election December 1945 (Dunrossness North) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
Offices Held
Zetland County Council
