Background
AIREDALE, of Gledliow was born on September 22, 1835 in Leeds. 2nd son of late James Kitson, Elmet Hall, Leeds.
AIREDALE, of Gledliow was born on September 22, 1835 in Leeds. 2nd son of late James Kitson, Elmet Hall, Leeds.
Studied at University College London.
President Iron and Steel Institute, 1888-1890. Past President of Leeds Chamber of Commerce. Six years President National Liberal Federation.
Member of Parliament (Liberal) Colne Valley, W. R. Yrorks, 1892-1907. Lord Mayor of Leeds, 1896-1897. Of Gledliow, cartulary-register 1907; Right Honourable James Kitson; 1st Baronet cartulary-register 1886; P.C. 1906; Iron and Steel Manufacturer; Director London City and Midland Banking Company; Director North Eastern Railway Company.
Liberal.
Clubs: Reform, National Liberal, Fine Arts.
Heir: Honourable Albert Kitson '.