James Scott (1838- )
Sir James Scott Kt., J.P., M.I.E.S., Engr.
1838 Born son of David Scott.
Trained as a Mechanical Engineer at Monifieth
1870 years in Royal Gun Factory, Woolwich
1876 Manager, Paragon Works, S. Queensferry
1886 Prospector of the Tayport Engine Works - James Scott and Son (of Tayport) - which he continued for the next 36 years