Alexander Melrose

Alexander John Melrose (18 March 1889 – 6 September 1962) was a politician in the State of South Australia.

Alex's grandfather, George Melrose (1806–1894), was a Scottish pioneer settler of South Australia.

[1] Melrose was educated at St. Peter's College, and was early involved in running the station, as his father lost his sight around 1901.

He lived at Kadlunga station, Mintaro, where he bred Merino sheep, Jersey cattle, and Percheron horses.

He was involved in the establishment of the Clare and District Hospital, then after its incorporation in 1925 was on its board of management, including a stint as chairman.