James was born about 1815 in Kirkoswald, the son of unknown parents.
His wife was Margaret Hannah McCreath. They were married, but the date and place have not been found. Their six known children were Robert (c1838-?), James (c1841-?), John (1843-1862), David (1847-?), Agnes (1849-?) and Thomas (1852-?).
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| Birth | ABT 1815 |
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