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WILSON GREER, Superintendent of the North Bangor Slate Works, is a native of Canada, born in Broom Township, province of Quebec, March 6, 1852. His ancestors were of Scotch origin, having been identified with the history of that country as far back as the record extends. Grandfather Richard Greer, who was born in the land of thistles, emigrated to Canada about seventy-five years ago, and settling in Quebec, engaged in farming occupations until his death. His family numbered five children, one of whom, James, became the father of our subject. Born in Scotland, he accompanied his father to Quebec, where he followed agricultural pursuits, meeting with good success in his undertakings. He is still a resident of Broom Township, and is well known throughout that section of the country. Politically he is a Republican, but not active in public affairs. He is a member of the Episcopal Church, and deeply interested in everything pertaining to its welfare.

The subject of this notice is one of six children, who were named William, Thomas, James, Wilson, John and Betsy. Three of the number, William, James and Betsy, are deceased. Wilson, our subject, received a good education in Quebec, attending the common schools of the home locality and an academy at Waterloo. After completing his studies he became interested in the slate business, which he followed first in Vermont, at Fair Haven. He settled in that place about 1873, and continued there for sixteen years, meanwhile being Superintendent of the slate works aud manufacturing mill stock principally.

It was in 1878 that Mr. Greer came to Bangor and accepted a position as Superintendent of the North Bangor Slate Works, with which he has since been connected. To his energy and diligent application is largely due the success that has rewarded this company and the prosperity of its members. In addition to his interest in these works, he is the owner of a good farm in Canada, and property in Bangor. In politics he is a Republican and supports that ticket stanchly. His religious connections are with the Episcopal Church. Socially he is a member of Eureka Lodge No. 75, F. & A. M., at Fair Haven, Vt.; also the Bangor Tribe, I. O. R. M., and Shiloh Commandery No. 104, K. of M.

While a resident of Fair Haven, Vt., on the 22d of December, 1875, Mr. Greer was united in marriage with Miss Rosanda A., daughter of Robert H. and Delilah M. Rising, of that city. Two children bless the union: Nellie Gertrude, who was born September 2, 1879; and Edwin A., August 25, 1891. Edward W. is deceased.