Background
Wilson, James was born on May 27, 1847 in Ayr. Son of late William Wilson, mineral water manufacturer, Dumfries.
Wilson, James was born on May 27, 1847 in Ayr. Son of late William Wilson, mineral water manufacturer, Dumfries.
Studied at Gemmel’s Private School, Dumfries. Dumfries Academy. Forty-one years in the Post Office Service. Retired from position of Postmaster and Surveyor of Leeds, 1907.
Was previously Postmaster at Hull, Derby, Exeter, and Preston. And Chief Superintendent (Postal) at Liverpool. Imperial Service Order.
Spouse 1875, Grace M‘Candlish,daughter of late Captain Black, Isle of Whithorn.