Alexander was living in Arnprior at the time of his marriage to Margaret. He is listed as being a 39 year old laborer at the time, and was widowed from a previous marriage. Witnesses to the wedding were Robert G. Smith, and his wife (listed as Mrs. R. G. Smith), both of Carleton Place. They were married by E. A. Johnston, and the marriage was registered on July 24, 1905.

By the time of his son James’ birth a year later, he is shown as a farmer in Arnprior.