According to 1860 Clarkston census records Wilson was a 59 year old wagonmaker who was born in New Jersey. Also listed were Mary, 1; Wilson, 14; Herome, 11 and Frank, 7, all born in New York.
Cabinet maker/carpenter/boat maker. In 1858 his residence/shop was listed in the tax records as 40 Buffalo. At the turn of the century his shop was in the building at 21 N. Main. (See photo, pg. 55 Heritage.)
