Alice Maude Philpott

b. circa 16 September 1875, d. 1 May 1957

Alice Maude Philpott Staley Wilson, 1877-1957
  • Alice Maude Philpott was born circa 16 September 1875 in England.
  • She married William F. Staley circa 29 August 1894 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York.
  • The following appeared on 3 September 1894 in The Buffalo Express: Following is a list of the marriages filed with the official Registrar for the week ending August 31st.
         . . . Alice Philpott to William Stable, August 29th, by the Rev. Omer Kaiser.

  • The following appeared in The Buffalo Courier: Supereme Court--Special Term--The Hon. John Woodward, Justice, September 14, 1896. . . . Alice M. Sealey vs. William F. Sealey. Order of discontinuance.
         And also on the same page: Yesterday afternoon Justice Woodward made an order discontinuing the action which was begun some time ago by Alice M. Staley against William F. Staley, her husband, for a separation. They came to an amicable settlement.
  • Although no documentation has yet been found, it appears that William and Alice were divorced sometime between 1897 and 1899.
  • She married William Miller circa 1899.
  • William Miller and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1900 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York, at 1024 Michigan Street. Other members of the household included Alice May Staley, Edna Florence Staley, William T. Miller, Henry Miller and Charles Miller.
  • She married Robert Thomas Wilson, son of Peter M. Wilson and Margaret Simpson, circa 1903.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson appeared in the New York state census of 1 June 1905 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, at 310 Bird Avenue. Other members of the household included Alice Maude Philpott, Hugh Wilson, James L. Wilson, Roberta Wilson, Alice May Staley and Edna Florence Staley. Daughter Agnes was enumerated in the household of her uncle James Wilson in Buffalo.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the US federal census of 15 April 1910 in Royalton Township, Niagara County, New York, at Lewiston Road. Other members of the household included Hugh Wilson, James L. Wilson, Roberta Wilson, Alice May Staley and Edna Florence Staley.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the New York state census of 1 June 1915 in Royalton, Niagara County, New York. Other members of the household included Edna Florence Staley.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the US federal census of 1 January 1920 in Royalton, Niagara County, New York, at Hartland-McNall Road. Other members of the household included Alice May Staley and Edna Florence Staley.
  • In a postcard dated 24 July 1924 to Margaret L. Wilson, Alice Maude Philpott wrote from Los Angeles, California: Dear Maude & Phil, Just having the loveliest time out here and enjoying every minute of my vacation. Was camping by the ocean all last week. Weather just fine. Had a letter from Bob yesterday. I expect to leave for home Aug 3rd. Return trip will take about a week. Loads of love, Alice.
  • The following appeared on 11 September 1924 in the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilson of Lock street announce the engagement of their daughter, Alice M., to Glen A. Marhoefer of Los Angeles, Cal., the marriage to take place in December.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the New York state census of 1 June 1925 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York, at 247 Lock Street. Other members of the household included Edna Florence Staley. Also in the household was boarder Bruce Philpott (age 21), likely Alice's nephew.
  • Robert Thomas Wilson and Alice Maude Philpott appeared in the US federal census of 1 April 1930 in Lockport, New York, at 247 Lock Street. Other members of the household included Edna Florence Staley.
  • Robert Wilson was photographed about 1931 with his wife Alice and part of his large family, likely by son-in-law Phil Everett.
  • She and Robert Thomas Wilson relocated to Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, in June 1932 joining Alice's daughter Mamie Marhoefer.
  • In a postcard dated 15 June 1932 to Carolyn Margaret Wilson, Alice Maude Philpott wrote from Arcade Station, Los Angeles, California: Dear Caroline: Just a line to let you know we arrived here all O.K. last Thursday noon. Grandpa stood the long trip pretty well but of course was very tired. We both like it here so much. We have a nice little furnished cottage all to ourselves about four blocks from Mamie's home. Will write more next time. Drop us a letter dear, address 202 East 116th Place, Los Angeles. Grandma & Grandpa, Love XXX.
  • The following appeared on 12 May 1934 in the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal: Niagara County Clerk's Office, Lockport, N. Y., May 11, 1934 (Deeds) . . . Alice M. Wilson to Edna Wilson, City.
  • The following appeared on 8 June 1937 in the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal: (Gasport) Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilson of Los Angeles, Calif., who are spending the Summer with their daughter Miss Edna Wilson of Lockport, have been calling on friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson are former residents of Gasport.
  • Robert Wilson's five children and his only living sibling gathered in Lockport when he and Alice visited from California during the summer of 1937.
  • Alice Maude Philpott became a widow at the 28 January 1939 death of her husband Robert Thomas Wilson in Los Angeles, California.
  • Alice Wilson was photographed with her daughter Edna Staley.
  • At the time of her death Alice Maude Philpott was living in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, at 11311-1/2 South Main Street.
  • Alice Maude Philpott died on 1 May 1957 in Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California, at Four Palms Rest Home, 1001 South Osage Avenue . Hier death was officially witnessed by Edna Florence Staley.
  • She was interred at Inglewood Park Cemetery, Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California.
  • Last Edited: 27 Mar 2016

Family 1: William F. Staley b. circa 1866, d. 1939

Family 2: William Miller b. December 1856

Family 3: Robert Thomas Wilson b. 26 January 1857, d. 28 January 1939