William was born in November 1838 in Turton and his baptism took place on November 4th, 1838 at St. Peter's (Bolton) conducted by Curate M Argles.1
Birth Notes
Lancashire Birth indexes for the years: 1838 MATHER William ROSTRON Turton TUR/1/220
MATHER, WILLIAM ROSTRON GRO Reference: 1838 D Quarter in BOLTON UNION Volume 21 Page 165
Baptism: 4 Nov 1838 St Peter, Bolton, Lancashire William Mather - Son of Joseph Mather & Sarah Abode: Turton Occupation: Weaver Baptised By: M. Argles Curate Register: Baptisms 1837 - 1839, Page 194, Entry 1546 Source: LDS Family Search