Ooh, thanks! I've been avoiding article work at the mo, as I can't entirely trust that my judgment is 100% sound, and I'm happier with making unholy messes in talk space than in article space ... heh! I think the fact that Alexander's BA thesis is quoted by other RS's, so Alexander himself is considered to be "reliable" (as in expert-on-the-subject) by others of similar distinction.  Bearing in mind that his MA (or at least large chunks of it) is available "reliably" at cited by others, I would think that would give sufficient oomph to his standing.  I can't imagine any but the most obsessively nit-picking and counter-productive editors would then question Alexander's reliability.  (At least, I sincerely hope they wouldn't!)  I still haven't done that painting yet ... though it's becoming clearer in my mind, day on day.)  (talk)