Spilsbury was born at Findern, Derbyshire, son of the Reverend Benjamin Ward.
Spilsbury played a major role in the FA Cup in the years before League football.
Spilsbury then scored what was described as a fine goal, to put Derby County back in contention.
As the first-half came to an end, despite some "fine saves" by Derby County goalkeeper, Joseph Marshall, Aston Villa re-established their two-goal lead.
He was selected to replace Thomas Needham for the FA Cup first round tie against non-League Derby Junction F.C.
Derby County finished 10th in the Football League scoring 41 goals, and went out of the FA Cup in the second round.