Basic Biographical Details Name: | Alexander Fraser & Son | Designation: | | Born: | Before 1879 | Died: | 28 March 1885 | Bio Notes: | Alexander Fraser was born in Saltcoats, Ayrshire c.1822 and was apprenticed as a mason. He moved to Dysart in 1850, working initially as a grocer (1851) at Nether Street, Pathhead and subsequently as a slater (1852). He married Isabella Bonellie and their son Alexander was born c.1853. By 1861 the elder Alexander Fraser had commenced contracting, his first employment in Kirkcaldy being the extension of the East Pier. He was promoted to the post of foreman and later set up his own business as a builder, latterly also working in quarrying.
Fraser moved his business to Nairn Street and by 1879 had taken his son Alexander into partnership as Alexander Fraser & Son, builders. On 28 March 1885 another son, John, was also made a partner, the practice title becoming Alexander Fraser & Sons. By that time Alexander Fraser senior had retired. | Private and Business AddressesThe following private or business addresses are associated with this : | | Address | Type | Date from | Date to | Notes | | Nairn Street, Pathhead, Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland | Business | | | |
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Buildings and DesignsThis was involved with the following buildings or structures from the date specified (click on an item to view details): | | Date started | Building name | Town, district or village | Island | City or county | Country | Notes | | 1879 | United Original Secession Church | Kirkcaldy | | Fife | Scotland | As builders (unclear who was architect) |
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