In 1880. Alex, age 16 appears on the Adair Co. Census in the household of David Streales along with brother Thomas, age 11.
Alexander married Elizabeth Gibson and raised their family in Rockwood, TN.
Children of Alexander and Elizabeth:
1. Walter b August 8, 1892 d 1986 TN
2. Albert died 1960
3. Bob left Rockwood after Alex's death
4. Julia A. b 1894 Roane Co., TN d after 1950 St. Louis, MO; m May 8, 1910 Russell Co., KY James Martin