James Fergus

James Fergus (October 8, 1813 – June 5, 1902) was a miner, rancher, businessman and politician in Minnesota and Montana. He immigrated as a young man from Scotland and became a naturalized United States citizen. He helped develop the frontier in both territories, founding cities and counties.

For the Roman Catholic bishop, see James Fergus (bishop). For the American author, see Jim Fergus.
James Fergus
James Fergus, ca 1885
Born
Glassford, Lanarkshire, Scotland
NationalityScottish-American (naturalized 1842)
Occupation(s)Businessman, cattleman, miner, politician
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