b. 14 October 1800. d. 23 December 1876. Nationality: Scottish. VIAF.
Judge, lawyer, theologian, and writer. Born in Edinburgh and educated at the University
of Edinburgh. Frequently contributed to *Blackwood’s Magazine*. Publications include
*Songs and Verses, Social and Scientific* (1868, 1872). Biographical information:
*ODNB*. (AC)