Genealogical and personal memoirs of Worcester County, Mass. Vol 1 page 320 (VIII) William L. DAVIS, son of John Walter DAVIS (VII) was born in Worcester. He wa educated in the public schools of Worcester. He went to work as clerk in the drug store of FAIRBANKS, HARLAN and Company, then located on Southbridge St. at the corner of Myrtle St. He started in business for himself on the present site of the Federal bilding, between Southbridge and Main Streets, in 1880. When the building was sold by the owner, Ransom C. TAYLOR, for the Post Office,the present store at 602 Main St. was built for him. Mr. DAVIS is a member of Athelstan Lodge of Freemasons; Hiram Council and Worcester County Commandery, Knights Templars; Worcester Lodge of Perfection; Goddard Council; Lawrence Chapter of Rose Croix. He has been at the head of the last four bodies as presiding officer. He is a member of the Massachusetts Consistory and of other Masonic bodies. He married Annette STEADMAN, of Britol, Vermont, daughter of Oliver C. and Maria STEADMAN. Her father was a farmer at Bristol. The children of William L. and Annette DAVIS are: Herbert E. born Feb. 17, 1878: Florence M. (twin) born May 20, 1889 and Grace M. (twin) on May 20, 1889.