Alexander Stephen Jr.

Alexander Stephen Jr. (9 November 1845 – 7 November 1920) was a Canadian merchant and political figure in Nova Scotia who became the 41st Mayor of Halifax from 1897 to 1899.

Early life Alexander Stephen Jr., of Scottish descent, was born on 9 November 1845 in Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Career Alexander Stephen Jr. joined his father's firm, A. Stephen & Son, a furniture and wooden ware manufacturer in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His business operations included a factory on Grafton Street, extending through Albermarle Street, and ware rooms at the corner of Barrington and Prince streets. The company, originally A. Stephen & Son, expanded to include house furnishings, carpets, oilcloths, and draperies.

Mayor of Halifax Succeeding David McPherson, Alexander Stephen Jr. was first elected Mayor of Halifax in 1897 and held the position until 1899.

Personal life Residing in Halifax, Alexander Stephen Jr. lived at 127 South Park St. He followed the Presbyterian faith.

Death Alexander Stephen Jr. died on 7 November 1920 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He was buried at Camp Hill Cemetery.