Alexander Donaldson,
THE senior partner of the firm of Donaldson, Andrews, and Sharland, warehousemen, died at Surrey, England, March 18, 1883, in his 50th year. He came to this colony about forty years ago, and first began business with Messrs. Peter Cumming & Sons, of Adelaide. In 1853, he entered the service of Messrs. G. & R. Wills & Co., and remained in their employ until 1865. He was one of the first commercial travellers in South Australia, and was considered one of the most successful men in that capacity. In connection with Messrs. Andrews & Sharland, he founded the firm in 1866. He went to England shortly afterwards, and has since spent most of his time in that country. He was noted for his genial good humour, for his energy and straightforwardness in business, his gentlemanly manners, and other good social qualities.