Wilson, JAMES, economist (1805-60), was born at Hawick, settled in business in London, and became known as an author of books on the Corn Laws and the currency. He founded the Economist newspaper, entered parliament as a Liberal in 1847, and held successively the offices of Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Vice-president of the Board of Trade, and member of the Council of India.
Wilson, JAMES
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