Edward Wilson

History

Ted Wilson served during World War One, and was a prisoner of war.

Legacy

World War One service recognised on the Ballarat Avenue of Honour.

Notes

PRIVATE STAN. WILSON.

The sad news was conveyed by the Rev. J. Snell to Mrs S. Wilson, of Lydiard street, Ballarat North, that her husband, Pte S. T. Wilson, of the 2nd Pioneer Battalion, had died of wounds, 4th July, at 1st General Hospital, London. Pte Wilson enlisted in October, 1916, and sailed in July, 1917. He was the youngest son of the late John and Emma Wilson, of Hill street, Ballarat South, and a brother of George and Jack, who are on active service, and Ted, who is a prisoner of war. He was a son-in-law of Mr and Mrs J. Butson, Ballarat North. Pte Wilson was a member of the Lydiard street Sunday school, and was educated at Urquhart street State school. Before enlisting he was employed at the Sunnyside Woollen Mill, where he was a general favorite. He will also be remembered as a prominent footballer, having played with the Golden Point team. He was in his 22nd year, and leaves a widow and one child.

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--Beth Kicinski 19:25, 24 August 2013 (EST); --Clare K.Gervasoni 19:24, 7 April 2023 (AEST)