Robert Wildgoose (1822-1890) of John Smedley
1822 Born the son of John Wildgoose and his wife Fanny
1847 Married(1) at Ashover to Anne Stoppard daughter of Aaron Stoppard of Lea
1851 Clerk at Spinning and Hosiery firm
1871 Living at (?), Ashover, Winksworth: Robert Wildgoose (age 48 born Matlock), Manager of Hosier Spinner of Hosiery Manufacturer. With his wife Anne Wildgoose (age 52 born Matlock). Also a cousin, niece, visitor and one servant.[1]
1875 of Holloway, Manager of the Lea Mills.
1881 Living at Poplar, Holloway, Derbyshire: Robert Wildgoose (age 58 born Matlock), Trustee Manager for Hosiery Manufacturer employing 900 work people. With his wife Ann Wildgoose (age 60 born Lea). One servant.[2]
1891 Married(2) to Maria Elizabeth Painter daughter of John and Emmie Painter of Clifton Bristol, and they lived at The Poplars Holloway.
Robert Wildgoose was also a Director of Matlock Tram Corporation
1900 May 1st. Died at Matlock.
1900 Florence Nightingale leaves wreath on grave.[3]