IRVINE, Alexander (c.1754-89), of Berners St., Marylebone, London

Irvine’s family was closely related to the Irvines of Drum. A number of his Irvine relations were prominent London and Aberdeen merchants trading to France and Sweden. After serving in America, Irvine sold his Artamford estate, made a wealthy marriage, and settled in London. In May 1786 he was brought into Parliament for East Looe, as a Government supporter. He voted with Administration on the Regency question, but is not known to have spoken in the House. He died 24 Dec. 1789.J. F. Irvine, Irvines of Drum and Collateral Branches, 168.