Background
WYLIE, James Scott was born on October 4, 1862. 2nd son of William Wylie, Partick, Scotland.
WYLIE, James Scott was born on October 4, 1862. 2nd son of William Wylie, Partick, Scotland.
Partick Academy; Glasgow High School and University.
Solicitor, Supreme Court, Natal, 1889. Advocate, 1892. M.L.A. for Durban, Natal Government, 1897- 1901, 1908-1910. Lieutenant-Colonel commanding Durban Light 'Infantry. Assistant Captain commanded armoured train, Chievely, Boer War (seriously wounded, Queen’s and King’s medals).
Commanded Durham Light Infantry in Rebellion, 1906 (medal, dispatches). Commanded in Rebellion, 1907. King’s Counsel 1902; Justice of the Peace; M.L.A.; Volunteer Officers' Decoration.
Club: Durban.