Melville, John Whyte

Education

Rector’s assessor 1863-1865. Chancellor’s assessor 1868-1883.

Birth/childhood

Born 21.6.1797 2nd son of John Whyte Melville of Bennochy and Strathkinness and Elizabeth M’Gilchrist.

Career

Served in 9th Lancers before succeeding brother in Bennochy and Strathkinness in 1818. [Soldier, landowner]

Busy in public affairs. Convenor of Fife County etc. Prominent Free Mason and golfer.

Rector’s assessor 1863-1865. Chancellor’s assessor 1868-1883. [St Andrews University]

Death

Died at Mount Melville 16.7.1883.

Sources

  • Scotsman 17.7.1883 p4 col.7
  • St Andrews Citizen 21.7.1883 p4 col.6