William Carson
| Born | 14 December 1890, Auldearn |
|---|---|
| Died | 11 September 1937, Earl of Zetland |
| Elections | 3 (2 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
Reverend William Graham Carson was the minister for Fetlar and a County Councillor for the same area from 1932 until his death in 1937. He unsuccessfully contested the Fetlar seat at the 1929 County Council election.
Biography
William trained as an educator and became the sole teacher in Olnafirth school in 1911. In 1914, he was appointed as assistant teacher in Lerwick Central School and remained there until 1916 when he left teaching to enter the ministry with the Church of Scotland. He attended Glasgow University and graduated in 1922 wherein he was called to the Fetlar Parish, a position he held until his death aboard the Earl of Zetland.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | County Council Election December 1929 (Fetlar) | Zetland County Council | 23 | Not elected |
| 1932 | County Council Election December 1932 (Fetlar) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1935 | County Council Election December 1935 (Fetlar) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
Offices Held
Zetland County Council
