William Matthies (1844-1914): Born in Speck, Pommen, Germany in May 1844, came to Canada in 1870 to Berlin (Kitchener). Came to Tavistock in 1871 and entered the wagon-making business with a Mr. Kaufman. Later he worked for Mr. Reibling. August 1874 be bought the business for himself from Mr. Vipond Spark. Spark had been associated earlier with a T. Modland. 1873 married Juilianna Mogk (d. May 6, 1914). Wm. was a brother to August Matthies. Wm. had been in business in Tavistock for 43 years. 5 sons - Henry, Conrad, Charles, Wiliam, Milton and 3 daughters - Mrs. Frank Berger, SEH; Mrs. David Brodhagen, St. Marys; and Alma at home. [lots of photos of business interior and exterior].