| Census Name | Census 1871 Scotland | Census Reference | 665/00 001/00 007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surname | Buchanan | Forename | William |
| Age | 15 | Approximate Year of Birth | 1856 |
| Place of Birth | Shotts | County of Birth | Lanarkshire |
| Gender | Male | Marital Status | Single |
| Address | Dalmeny Oil Work Cottage | Relationship to Head of House | Son |
| Occupation | Engine driver shale mine | Schedule Number | 30 |