In 1900 he was living in Peter’s Finger, Worcester Street, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire3928.

Ernest Gower, a bachelor aged 31 whose occupation was general labourer, married Sarah Hannah Wanklin, a spinster aged 30 whose occupation was boot maker. The groom's address was Peter's Finger, Bromsgrove and the bride's address was Melbourne Road, Sidemoor. The groom's father was Thomas Gower (deceased) and his occupation was brewer. The bride's father was John Wanklin and his occupation was nailor. The marriage was performed at the Wesleyan Chapel, New Road, Bromsgrove according to the rites of the Wesleyans by license. The bride and groom both signed. The marriage was witnessed by Thomas Gower (signed) and Mary Ann Gower (signed)3928.