William Austin
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William, Bill or Billy Austin may refer to:
Literary figures
William Austin (English writer) (1587–1634), English author of miscellany
William Austin (poet) (before 1634–after 1666), English classical scholar
William Austin (physician) (1754–1793), English medical doctor and author
William Austin (American writer) (1778–1841), American author and lawyer
William James Austin (1949–2019), American poet inspired by New York City
William D. Austin (1856–1944), American architect and author
Politicians
William J. Austin (1822–1904), American miller, farmer and politician
William H. Austin (1859–1922), American lawyer and politician
Sportspeople
William Austin (cricketer) (1801–?), English first-class player
Billy Austin (footballer) (1900–1979), English outside-right; played as Sam Austin
Bill Austin (American football, born 1928) (1928–2013), American player and coach
Bill Austin (American football, born 1937) (c.
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