The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, January 4, 1889 Cavendish 1/4/1889 Not as a matter of form, but from the depths of a grateful heart, do I tender my thanks to all relatives and friends who assisted me in any way during the illness, death, and burial of my beloved husband. All relatives would join with me in gratitude, I am sure. Mrs. Harriet M. WILSON. Austin J. WILSON, who died at Cavendish, Nov. 21st, at the age of 57 years, 6 months, and 4 days, was well and favorably known by a large circle of friends and neighbors. His business for quite a number of years, had been farming. He had a bright and cheery countenance, and a kind word for every one. He was a faithful and devoted husband and father, a true son and a loving brother. he gave cordial welcome to all, at his happy home. He suffered, many times, from ill-health. Ever since he came from the war he could do but little business; but as the summer set in there was a change for the worse. Many came to his funeral, the services being conducted at the house by Rev. Mr. WHEELER of Cavendish. The burial was in the family lot, near his children in the cemetery at Cavendish Village. He leaves a widow, one daughter, two sisters, three brothers, and three nieces to mourn his loss. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton [email protected] Dummerston, VT