Biographical sketch, William Richard Cavitt, The Cavitt House, by Paul P. Van Riper, March 1995. "William R. Cavitt, known most of his life as 'Major'
Cavitt, was born in Wheelock on July 4, 1849."
Brazos County Historical Commission .
Obituary, "Major W.R. Cavitt Died Today," 8/28/1924, p. 1. William Richard Cavitt, birth date 7/4/1849, death date 8/28/1924, served Brazos County as representative for two terms.
Bryan Eagle .
William Richard Cavitt (1849-1924), burial in Bryan City Cemetery, Brazos County.
Find a Grave .
Obituary, "Pioneer Resident of Bryan Is Dead: Major W.R. Cavitt, Once a Legislator, Succumbs to Illness," 8/29/1924, p. 4.
Galveston Daily News .