John was born about 1857, the son of unknown parents. The place is not known.
He died on 3 JUL 1883 in River Clyde.
His wife was Isabella Graham, who he married on 9 JUN 1882 in Kirkintilloch. They had no known children.
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| Birth | ABT 1857 | ||||||
| Death | 3 JUL 1883 |
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Note 1
Killed in the SS Daphne disaster, 3rd July 1883, Linthouse Shipyard, Govan. Although the inquiry failed to find any criminal negligence, safety recommendations were introduced which brought important changes in the shipbuilding industry.