At the home of Deacon George Babcock, in Albion, Wis., March 12, 1891, of pneumonia, Capt. William M. Saunders, aged 67 years, 5 months and 13 days.
Capt. Saunders was born in Rhode Island. His father died when he was nine years old, leaving a large family of children. Soon after, he went to live with his uncle, Samuel Saunders, in the town of Westerly, with whom he remained until he was about 18 years of age. He then went to Westerly and worked for some time in the lumber yards of Bentley and Maxson. Leaving them, he followed the sea for about 15 years. He then bought a farm in Charlestown, R. I., but soon after removed to Albion, Wis., which has been his home for the past 26 years. He was married Sept. 8, 1851, to Eliza Babcock, daughter of Charles and Frances Babcock. He was preparing to go to Grand Junction, Ia., when he was taken sick, and after a little more than one week's illness, he died. Funeral services were held at the Albion church, conducted by Eld. W. H. Ernst. Captain Saunders was a worthy member of the Albion Seventh-day Baptist Church, a valuable citizen, and a liberal supporter of our school. A. C. B.
