Dictionary of National Biography, 1885-1900/Macleod, Alexander
MACLEOD, ALEXANDER, D.D. (1817–1891), presbyterian divine, born at Nairn on 17 Oct. 1817, was brought up chiefly in Glasgow, where he was connected with the Carlton Relief Church, then under the ministry of the Rev. Alexander Harvey. He entered Glasgow University in 1835, attended the Relief Theological Hall from 1839 to 1844, and after being licensed was ordained at Strathaven, Lanarkshire, on 20 Feb. 1844. He was translated to the John Street Church, Glasgow, on 11 Oct. 1866, to be colleague and successor to the eccentric Dr. William Anderson (1799–1873) [q. v.] On 17 March 1864 he was inducted the first pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church, Claughton, Birkenhead, and remained there till his death. He received the degree of D.D. from the versity of Glasgow, 9 Feb. 1866. He declined a call to Glasgow (Parliamentary Road) in 1871. In 1889 he was appointed moderator of the presbyterian church of England. He died 13 Jan. 1891.
Macleod was a man of clear judgment, cultured mind, and extensive reading. His style was fresh, nervous, and attractive. He was a favourite with children, and prepared many addresses and ' talks ' in their behalf. Apart from separate sermons, addresses, and articles in the magazines, Macleod published: 1. 'Christus Consolator, or the Social Mission of the Pulpit,' 1870. 2. 'Talking to the Children,' 1872; 8th edit. 1880. 3. 'William Logan,' 1879. 4. 'The Children's Portion,' 1884.
[Personal knowledge; In Memoriam Key. Alexander Macleod, D.D., 1891, and magazine notices.]