Kirkman Finlay
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For the American bishop, see Kirkman G. Finlay. For the putative Scottish philhellene, see Kirkman Finlay (died 1828). For the Mayor of Columbia, see Kirkman Finlay, Jr.
Kirkman Finlay (April 1773 – 4 March 1842) was one of the leading merchants in Glasgow, Scotland. He was Lord Provost of Glasgow and Member of Parliament.
Quick Facts Member of Parliament for Malmesbury, Member of Parliament for Glasgow burghs ...
Kirkman Finlay | |
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Member of Parliament for Malmesbury | |
In office 1818–1820 | |
Member of Parliament for Glasgow burghs | |
In office 1812–1818 | |
Preceded by | Alexander Houstoun |
Succeeded by | Alexander Houstoun |
Personal details | |
Born | April 1773 Glasgow, Scotland |
Died | 4 March 1842 (aged 69) UK |
Political party | Tory |
Alma mater | University of Glasgow |
Profession | Businessman, Politician |
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