William Grason Scott


William Grason Scott was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1878 to 1880.

Early life

William Grason Scott was born to Otho Scott. His father was one of the first lawyers in Maryland. He was the grandson of Maryland governor William Grason and nephew of judge Richard Grason. He attended Mount St. Mary's University and finished his studies in Germany and France. He studied law under Henry D. Farnandis.

Career

Scott was a Democrat. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1878 to 1880.

Personal life

Scott was a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church.
Scott died from scarlet fever on April 5, 1882, at the age of 35, at Guy's Hotel in Baltimore. He was buried at St. Ignatius Cemetery.