History of Franklin County, Pennsylvania, 1887
M. R. Alexander Biography
PROF. M. R. Alexander, Chambersburg, was born in Lewistown, Mifflin County, Penn., January 14, 1846, eldest son of M. R. H. and Elizabeth (Rothrock) Alexander. He was reared on a farm and received the rudiments of an education in the neighboring schools, and in a preparatory school. In 1872 he entered Lafayette College, and was graduated from that institution four years later, being a member of the class of 1876. While in college he fitted himself for the profession of teaching.
For seven years from 1876, he was assistant principal of the "Hill" school at Pottstown, Penn. In August, 1883, he came to Chambersburg and took charge of the Chambersburg Academy, and has since conducted the same with ability.
In 1880 Prof. Alexander was married to Margaret Hutchison, and they are the parents of two sons. Prof. and Mrs. Alexander are identified with Falling Spring Presbyterian Church.
Source: Biographical Annals of Franklin County, Pennsylvania : containing genealogical records of representative families, including many of the early settlers, and biographical sketches of prominent citizens; Chicago. Genealogical Pub. Co. 1905. Notes: Prepared in part by George O. Seilhamer.
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