Thankyou from Gravesites of Tasmania in advance.

ADAMS; Grace

Convict shipping records show Grace arrived in VDL, 12 April 1849 aboard the Cadet (3) from Plymouth.  On 8 February 1890 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18156.  Grace arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Grace is shown being released on 12 April instead of during March.  Possibly a mistake was made either on my part or in the gate-book.

Grace again appeared in court a few weeks later, when on 7 May she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18291.  Grace was released 13 May.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a John Anderson at Hobart Town, 13 June 1853.  She is shown as 23 years-old and John, 31 years-old.  There is no further information. 

ADAMS; Henrietta

Henrietta was found guilty 8 April 1889 of False Pretences and remanded in custody.  Her warrant number 17663.  Henrietta arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, single, Protestant, with no prior convictions and could only read.  She was discharged to the Police Office Hobart, two days later.  Presumably she was released as no further mention appears in the gate-book.

A search of BDM records shows a Henrietta Rose Adams born Hobart, 2 October 1872.  There is no further information. 

ALLEN; Elizabeth aka JONES/HARDING

Elizabeth was found guilty 22 May 1890 of Running a Disorderly House and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 18310.  Elizabeth arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released the same day after a fine was paid.   There is no further information. 

ANDERSON; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in VDL presumably aboard the John Calvin.  However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 20 March 1889 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 17627.  Elizabeth arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a housewife, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 19 July.

Elizabeth again appeared in court 9 January 1890 when found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18117.  On this occasion Elizabeth is shown as married and could only read.  She was released 15 January.  There is no further information.

ARNOLD; Mary

Mary was found guilty 24 January 1890 of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18134.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, single, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 22 February.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Spring Bay (Orford), 28 August 1872.  There is no further information. 

BALEMAN; Mary

Mary was found guilty 31 December 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  Her warrant number 17512.  Although sentenced in Hobart, Mary didn’t arrive at CSG until 10 January 1889 when shown as 34 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate.  She was released 9 July. There is no further information. 

BANNISTER; Mary

Mary was found guilty 25 June 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17791.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 41 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  No release date is shown.

Mary again appeared in court when on 27 November 1889 she was again found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to another Month.  Her warrant number 18042.  Mary was released 26 December.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 4 May 1896 aged 48 years.  There is no further information. 

BARKER; Ann

Convict shipping records show an Ann Coulson, along with seven others, arrived in Tasmania aboard the Sir W. F. Williams in 1877, presumably from the mainland.  I believe this to be Ann Barker, as the gate-book shows her arriving aboard this vessel.  On 8 October 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17385.  Ann arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 59 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 21 October.

Ann again appeared in court 13 January 1890 when found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18120.  She was released 18 January.

On 29 July 1890 Ann was found guilty of Illegally Pawning and received a Two Month sentence.  Her warrant number 18410.  On this occasion Ann is shown as a widow.  She was released 27 September.  There is no further information. 

BARKER; Rose

Rose was found guilty 7 September 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17323.  Rose arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released 20 September.  There is no further information. 

BAWN; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in Tasmania aboard the Sir W. F. Williams in 1877, presumably from the mainland as a free convict.  On 19 October 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17409.  Ann arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 25 October.  There is no further information. 

BIRCH; Emma & child

Emma was found guilty 16 May 1889 of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17745.  Emma arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released 22 May.  There are no details regarding the child.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Hobart; 24 November 1866.  There is no further information. 

BLADES; Anne

Anne was found guilty 13 September 1888 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17335.  Anne arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released the same day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

BLEASLEY; Maria (RORKE?)

Convict shipping records show a Maria Rorke arrived in VDL 24 February 1853 aboard the Midlothian from Kingston, Ireland.  The search revealed no Bleasley and only one Maria aboard the vessel. On 6 May 1890, Maria Bleasley was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18289.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Maria was released 5 June.Maria appeared in court again three months later, when on 9 September she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18500.  She was released 15 September. Her third appearance took place 3 December 1890 when again found guilty of Drunkenness and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18620.  Maria was released 17 December.

A search of BDM records show a Maria Bleasley died Hobart; 25 January 1899 aged 83 years.  There is no further information.

BLONG; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tasman (date unknown), presumably from NSW as a free convict.  On 22 May 1890 she was charged with Wounding and remanded in custody.  Her warrant number 18312.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 38 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  It appears Mary was sent for trial on 31 May but as her name does not appear in the gate-book again we can possibly assume that she was found not guilty.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Strahan; 21 December 1898 aged 74 years.  There is no further information. 

BRADLEY; Johanna

Gate-book records show Johanna arrived in VDL aboard the M. Queen (date unknown). A search of convict vessels only revealed an Oriental Queen and a Sea Queen.  Neither vessel had a Johanna Bradley aboard. On 25 June 1889 she was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 17792.  Johanna arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 24 August.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 8 April 1892 aged 60 years.  There is no further information. 

BRADY; Jane

Jane was found guilty 9 October 1888 of using Abusive Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17391.  Jane arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released the same day after a fine was paid.

On 18 April 1889 Jane was again before the court when found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to another 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17695.  Jane was released the same day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name was born Hobart; 13 November 1869.  There is no further information. 

BRADY; Jane

Gate-book records show this Jane Brady arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tasmania, (date unknown), presumably from the mainland as a free convict.  On 24 July 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17246.  Jane arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 23 August.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at CSG; 4 June 1898 aged 53 years.  There is no further information.

BREWELL; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Aurora. The vessel made two voyages arriving here 7 October 1835 from the Downs, and 10 August 1851 from London. A search of convict records failed to find a person of this name aboard either vessel. On 9 December 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 18056.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released the following day.

On 24 February 1890 Mary was found guilty of Drunkenness and received a Seven Day sentence.  Her warrant number 18180.  She was released 1 March.

A search of BDM records show a Mary Jane Brewell died Hobart; 15 October 1891 aged 77 years.  There is no further information. 

BRIDGEMAN; Charlotte

Charlotte was found guilty 18 September 1888 of Insulting passersby and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17348.  Charlotte arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released 1 October. There is no further information. 

BRITTAIN; Annie M.

Annie was found guilty 22 June 1890 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18398.  Annie arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 19 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. She was released 22 July. There is no further information. 

BROWN; Mary

Convict shipping records show two women of this name arrived in VDL both on 4 April 1850 aboard the last convict ship the St. Vincent (1) from London.  On 19 November 1888 one was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17457.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 24 November.

Mary appeared in court again 19 July 1889 when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17821.  She was released 1 August.  There is no further information.

BRUNDLE; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Nautilus, 29 August 1838 from Woolwich. A search of convict records failed to find a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 21 September 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17917.  Ann arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 69 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 27 September.

On 9 October 1889 Mary was again found guilty of Drunkenness and received a 14 Day sentence.  Her warrant number 17954.  She was released 22 October.  There is no further information. 

BRUNT; Catherine

Gate-book records show Catherine arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana (date unknown), presumably from the mainland as a free convict.  On 4 November 1889 she was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17999.  Catherine arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 47 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released three days later after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

BURGESS; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in VDL aboard the Asia (date unknown).  A search of convict records failed to find a person of this name on any of her six voyages to the colony.  On 3 December 1888 Margaret was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17478.  Margaret arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 61 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 8 December.

Margaret went on to record a further five offences for drunkenness resulting in various short terms of imprisonment.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 10 October 1891 aged 66 years.  There is no further information. 

BURKE; Fanny

Fanny was found guilty 6 August 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17272.  Fanny arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released the same day after a fine was paid.

Fanny appeared in court again 2 May 1889 when found guilty of the same offence receiving a One Month sentence on this occasion.  She was released 1 June. There is no further information.

CARR; Annie Agnes

Gate-book records show Annie arrived in Tasmania as a free convict (ship unknown) presumably from the mainland. On 16 December 1890 she was found guilty at LSC of Receiving and sentenced to 18 Months.  Her warrant number 18673.  Annie didn’t arrive at CSG until 24 December when shown as 36 years-old, married, Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate.  There is no release date due to the gate-book closure at the end of 1890.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a William Henry Carr at Longford; 1 February 1877.  Both are shown as 21 years-old.  There is no further information. 

CARROLL; Mary

Convict shipping records show two women of this name arrived in VDL, 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 13 March 1890 one was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18206.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 12 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 19 April 1890 aged 56 years. There is no further information. 

CLARKE; Caroline

Caroline was found guilty 7 April 1890 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18259.  Caroline arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a servant, Catholic/Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released three days later after a fine was paid.

Caroline appeared in court again 2 July 1890 when found guilty of the same offence receiving a One Month sentence as a result.  She was released three days later after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Hobart; 8 October 1876.  There is no further information. 

CLEARY; Mary

Mary was found guilty 7 May 1890 of Indecency and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18293.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a servant/widow, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released 6 June.

Mary appeared in court again 10 November when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace receiving a Seven Day sentence.  Her warrant number 18597.  She was released 17 November. There is no further information.

CLEARY; Mina

Mina was found guilty 3 July 1888 of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17228.  Mina arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 2 August.

Mina appeared in court on a further five occasions in 1888 when found guilty of abusive language and drunkenness.  There is no further information. 

CLINTON; Ida

Gate-book records show Ida arrived in Tasmania aboard the Manipuri (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 14 January 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17528.  Ida arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 19 January.

Ida appeared in court on a further six occasions until the end of 1890 when found guilty of drunkenness, being idle and disorderly, obscene language and disturbing the peace. All resulted in minor gaol sentences.  There is no further information. 

COHEN; Alice

Gate-book records show Alice arrived in VDL aboard the Earl Grey. The vessel made two voyages but a search of convict records failed to find an Alice Cohen aboard either vessel. On 13 May 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18299.  Alice arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 19 May.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart, 31 January 1895 aged 72 years.  There is no further information.

COLE; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in VDL 26 May 1853 aboard the last convict ship the St. Vincent from London.  Although a search of convict shipping records failed to locate     a     person of this name there were numerous Ann’s aboard the vessel.  On 27 August 1888 Ann was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17304.  Ann arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Ann was released 1 September.

Ann went onto record a further thirteen offences consisting of drunkenness, obscene language and disturbing the peace between 1888 and the end of 1890.

CONNORS; Frances

Gate-book records show Frances arrived in Tasmania aboard the E. A. Bright (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 11 March 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 18267.  Frances arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 49 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released next day.  There is no further information. 

COOK; Sarah

Sarah was found guilty 11 June 1890 of Deserting her Children and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 18343.  Sarah arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with one prior conviction and illiterate. She was released 10 September. There is no further information.

COPE; Selina

Mary was found guilty 28 September 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17368.  Selina arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released 27 October.

A search of BDM records show a Mary Selina Cope born Hobart, 31 December 1869. The search also revealed a Selina Cope married William Charles Perry at Hobart, 19 April 1890.  Selina is shown as 20 years-old and William, 26 years-old. There is no further information. 

CORRIDICE; (CORRIDAS?) Hannah

Gate-book records show Hannah arrived in Tasmania aboard the Oriental Queen (date unknown), apparently as a free convict.  On 22 August 1889 she was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17862.  Hannah arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and could only read.  She was released next day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

CRAIG; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in VDL aboard the Cornwall.  As no females arrived on this vessel it appears Margaret may have arrived per the Duke of Cornwall on 27 October 1850 from Kingston, Ireland.  On 21 November 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17459. Margaret arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and illiterate.  She was released 27 November. 

The search also revealed a person of this name possibly married an Alexander Main at Launceston; 6 December 1859.  Both are shown as adults.  There is no further information. 

CROOKS; Hannah

Gate-book records show Hannah arrived in VDL, 17 August 1842 aboard the Hope from Dublin.  A search of convict shipping records only shows a Hannah Webbs arriving on the vessel.  Presumably she later married although BDM records failed to indicate her name. On 5 December 1890 Hannah was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18626.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 72 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 12 December. There is no further information.

CROOKS; Honora

Gate-book records also show Honora arrived in VDL, 17 August 1842 aboard the Hope from Dublin. Once again a search of convict shipping records only shows a Honora Sheehan arriving on the vessel.  Presumably she too later married although BDM records failed to list her name.  On 6 April 1889 Honora was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  No warrant number shown.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released 12 April. (Note: Similar information to Hannah Crooks. Could they be one and the same?) There is no further information.

CROSBY; Catherine 

Gate-book records show Catherine arrived in Tasmania aboard the Columbus as a free convict (date unknown).  On 1 August 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17260.  Catherine arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 49 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 14 August.

Catherine was found guilty of a further six offences between 1888 and the end of 1890.  These included obscene language, disturbing the peace and drunkenness.  Her longest sentence was only one month.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name may have married a Charles Crosby at Hobart; 13 September 1864.  Both are shown as adults. There is no further information.

CROSS; Catherine

Catherine was found guilty 5 September 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18492.  Catherine arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

CULLEN; Mrs.

Christian name is not shown.  This female was found guilty 27 November 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as native-born, 34 years-old, married, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate.  She too was released the same day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

DAVENPORT; Catherine

Convict shipping records show Catherine arrived in VDL, 1 September 1852 aboard the Martin Luther from Dublin.  On 16 October 1888 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17402.  Catherine arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 15 November.

Catherine appeared in court again on 18 October 1889 when found guilty of using Obscene Language.   She received a 14 Day sentence.  Her warrant number 17963.  Catherine was released 31 October. There is no further information. 

DAVIS; Ellen aka WATT

Ellen was found guilty 21 November 1890 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18609.  Ellen arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. She was released the following day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records was made under both names but failed to provide any further information.

DESMOND; Susan

Susan was found guilty 15 October 1889 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17960.  Susan arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. She was released two days later after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

DOCHERTY; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Maria.  A search of convict shipping records show a Mary Ann Docherty arrived 26 January 1852 aboard the Anna Maria (2) from London.  On 15 November 1888 Ann was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17451.  Ann arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 21 November. 

A search of BDM records show a Mary Ann Docherty possibly married a William Smallwood or Stevenson at Brighton; 3 December 1855.  Mary Ann is shown as 25 years-old and William, 32 years-old.  There is no further information. 

DOLAHER; Mary Ann

Gate-book records show Mary Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Grathmed.  A search of convict shipping records failed to find either a vessel of this name or a Mary Ann Dolaher.  On 8 August 1890 she was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  Her warrant number 18413.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a widow, Catholic, and with three or more prior convictions. No entry is made regarding literacy.  No release date is shown as the book ceased at the end of 1890.  There is no further information. 

DONNELLY; Emma

Emma was found guilty 11 December 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18061.  Although Emma is shown as arriving at CSG the same day, no further details are recorded except she was released after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records revealed that an Emma Rose Donnelly was born at Morven, 24 August 1876 and later married a Walter Quinn at Launceston, 25 February 1896.  Emma Rose is shown as 19 years-old and Walter, 20 years-old.  There is no further information. 

DOUGLAS; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flora (date unknown), apparently as a free convict.  On 15 July 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 17811.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, single, Protestant, with one prior conviction and illiterate.  She was released the following day.

Mary was found guilty of a further fourteen offences up until the end of 1890, mostly for drunkenness, obscene language and disturbing the peace. There is no further information.

DUNN; Mary

Convict shipping records show Mary arrived in VDL, 11 October 1848 aboard the Lord Auckland (3) from Dublin.  On 10 January 1890 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18118.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 16 January.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart, 6 May 1910.  There is no further information. 

DUNNING; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in Tasmania aboard the Windward (date unknown), as a free convict.  On 23 October 1888 she was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  Her warrant number 17418.  Elizabeth arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 52 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 23 April 1889.

Just on twelve months later on 18 April 1890, Elizabeth was found guilty of being Idle etc. and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 18273.  She was released 18 July.

A search of BDM records shows a person of this name possibly married a Charles Dunning at Hobart, 2 December 1857.  Elizabeth is shown as 21 years-old and Charles, 26 years-old.   There is no further information. 

EASY; Mary

Mary was found guilty 24 September 1888 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17358.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 32 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Mary was released 29 September.

This appears to be the first of a further eleven offences up until the end of 1890, all of which resulted in gaol terms.  Mary was found guilty of obscene language, indecency, being drunk and disorderly and being idle.  The sentences ranged between seven days and three months

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly died Hobart; 16 June 1892 aged 43 years.  There is no further information. 

EDWARDS; Sarah

Gate-book records show Sarah arrived in Tasmania aboard the Empress Eugene (1861) as a free convict.  On 5 February 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17571.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Sarah was released 12 February.

A search of BDM records shows a number of marriage possibilities for a person of this name. There is no further information.
 

FEENEY; Mary

Convict shipping records show Mary arrived in VDL, 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 8 February 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17575.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 14 February.

Mary was in court again 3 December 1889 when found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18052.  She was released 2 January 1890.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart, 21 September 1898 aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

FLOWERS; Johanna (transported as BRIEN)

Convict shipping records show Johanna also arrived in VDL, 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 19 September 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17349.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 80 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Johanna was released 25 September.

A search of BDM records show a Johanna Brien married a Thomas Flowers at Hobart, 20 July 1857.  She is shown as 40 years-old and Thomas, 42 years-old.   A death for a Johanna Flowers is recorded at Hobart; 28 July 1897 aged 74 years.  There is no further information. 

FORDHAM; Ellen nee BARRY

Ellen was found guilty at 16 December 1890 of Larceny at Launceston and sentenced to Twelve Months.  Her warrant number 18674.  She arrived at CSG 24 December when shown as 24 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  There is no release date as the gate-book ceased at the end of 1890.

A search of BDM records revealed that an Ellen Barry married a William Fordham at Port Frederick, 30 October 1890.  Both are shown as 24 years-old.  There is no further information. 

FOX; Bridget

Gate-book records show Bridget arrived in VDL aboard the Pestongee Bomangee (1).  However a search of convict shipping records revealed this vessel only carried male prisoners. On 9 November 1888 Bridget was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17446.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 47 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Bridget was released 8 December.

This appears to be the first of a further ten offences up until the end of 1890. All resulted in gaol terms mainly for being drunk and disorderly and being idle.  The sentences varied between seven days and three months. There is no further information.

FOX; Mary Ann

Mary Ann was found guilty at 19 August 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18437.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions.  No entry is made regarding literacy.  Mary Ann was released 2 September. There is no further information. 

FRY; Ellen

Convict shipping records show Ellen arrived in VDL, 24 February 1853 aboard the Midlothian from Kingston, Ireland.  On 8 August 1889 she was found guilty of Arson and committed for trial.  Her warrant number 17847.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  It appears she was found not guilty and released 24 September.

However, Ellen was back in court again 4 October when found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17944.  Ellen was released 10 October. There is no further information. 

FULCHER; Ellen

Gate-book records show Ellen arrived in VDL aboard the Duchess of Northumberland.  However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. The vessel made two voyages, arriving here 18 January 1843 from Sheerness and 21 April 1853 from Woolwich. On 30 March 1889 Ellen was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17637.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 12 April.

Ellen was found guilty of a further two offences of drunkenness before the end of 1890 resulting in another 14 day sentence and a one month sentence.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a Robert Smith at Hobart, 25 May 1883.  She is shown as 45 years-old and Robert, 54 years-old.   A death for an Ellen Fulcher is recorded at Hobart; 1 July 1896 aged 63 years.  There is no further information. 

GIBBONS; Catherine

Catherine was found guilty at 12 January 1889 of Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17524.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  Catherine was released 25 January.

Her second appearance before the court took place shortly after when on 18 February Catherine was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17588.  She was released 16 March.

A further three offences for disturbing the peace and being idle and disorderly, also resulted in short gaol sentences up until the end of 1890. There is no further information.

GOODY; Sarah aka HUGH

Sarah was found guilty 11 November 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18014. Sarah arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. She was released the following day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

GORDON; Jane

Gate-book records show Jane arrived in Tasmania aboard the Hooghley (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 13 May 1890 she was found guilty of Indecency and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18301.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Jane was released 12 June.

A search of BDM records shows a person of this name died at Launceston, 14 February 1894 aged 46 years. There is no further information. 

GWYNNE; Mary (transported as RIORDEN)

Convict shipping records show Mary arrived in VDL, 24 February 1853 aboard the Midlothian from Kingston, Ireland.  On 26 December 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17508.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 62 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Mary was released 2 January 1889.

However, Mary was back in court 25 March 1890 when again found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to another Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18230.  She was released 31 March.

A search of BDM records show a Mary Reardon married a John Gwynne at Hobart Town, 7 May 1855.  She is shown as 21 years-old and John, 31 years-old. There is no further information. 

HADDOCK; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in VDL aboard the Elizabeth and Henry.  The vessel made three voyages, 1845, 1847 and 1848. However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name. On 22 August 1889, Margaret was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17863.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 4 September.

Margaret was found guilty of three more offences for drunkenness, all resulting in seven-day sentences.  There is no further information.
 

HARBOTTLE; Grace

Grace was found guilty 28 February 1890 of Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18192.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  Grace was released 13 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Hobart, 26 February 1865.  There is no further information. 

HARBUCKLE; Bella

Bella was found guilty 25 January 1890 of Wounding.  Bella is shown as 33 years-old and was discharged to the HSC on 25 February.  No other details are recorded so presumably she was found not guilty.

Bella made two further appearances in court, one for disturbing the peace 25 July 1890, receiving two months and another for drunkenness 27 September 1890, resulting in seven days.

A search of BDM records show a Mary Bella James married a Joseph Harbuckle at Hobart, 16 August 1875.  She is shown as 20 years-old and Joseph, 22 years-old. There is no further information. 

HARBUCKLE; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in VDL aboard the Baretto Junior. However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 14 January 1890, Elizabeth was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18125.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 69 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 27 January.

Elizabeth was back in court three days later when found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to another Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18142.  She was released 5 February. There is no further information. 

HARBUCKLE; Isabella

Isabella was found guilty 27 May 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18317.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. (No occupation shown.) Isabella was released 9 June. There is no further information. 

HARRISON; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in Tasmania aboard the Pride (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 29 April 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18282.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Margaret was released 12 May.

A search of BDM records revealed a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information.

HAWKES; Susan

Susan was found guilty 13 October 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17395.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 32 years-old, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Susan was released two days later after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a John Sullivan at Hobart, 8 November 1893.  She is shown as 37 years-old and John, 32 years-old. There is no further information. 

HEFFERNAN; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in VDL, 19 July 1843 aboard the Margaret from London. A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 1 November 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17433.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, a servant, Protestant and with three or more prior convictions. There was no entry regarding literacy.  Margaret was released 7 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 11 October 1902 aged 82 years. There is no further information. 

HEMINGWAY; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in Tasmania aboard the Empress Eugene, (1861) as a free convict.  On 10 August 1888 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 17277.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 58 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Mary was released 9 October.

On the 27 July 1889 Mary was found guilty of the same offence and sentenced to One Month. Her warrant number 17834.  She was released 26 August.

Mary was found guilty of a further six offences for drunkenness, being idle and disorderly and larceny up until the end of 1890.

A search of BDM records shows a Mary O’Harra married an Edward Hemingway at Hobart, 11 July 1859.  Mary is shown as 26 years-old and Edward, 40 years-old.  The arrival date shown for the Empress Eugene (1861) could mean this might be a different person altogether. There is no further information. 

HILL; Rebecca

Rebecca was found guilty 3 January 1890 of Cattle Stealing and committed for trial.  Her warrant number 18095.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Susan was released to the HSC 25 February but presumably was found not guilty as no further mention appears in the gate-book.  There is no further information.

HOLMES; Ann

Convict shipping records show Ann arrived in VDL 24 February 1853 aboard the Midlothian from Kingston, Ireland.  On 14 October 1889 Ann was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 17959.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 55 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Ann was released the next day.

A search of BDM records shows an Ann Agnes Holmes married a Henry Luckman at Hobart Town, 26 November 1855.  Both are shown as adults.  There is no further information. 

HUME; Martha

Gate-book records show Martha arrived in VDL aboard the Elizabeth and Henry.  The vessel made three voyages, 1845, 1847 and 1848. However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name.  On 12 October 1889, Martha was found guilty of being Idle etc. and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17958.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 11 January 1890.

On the 26 May 1890 Martha was found guilty of the same offence and sentenced to another Three Months.  Her warrant number 18315.  She was released 25 August.

A search of BDM records revealed a slim possibility a Martha Maria Williams married a James Hume at Hobart, 31 August 1865. Both are shown as 33 years-old. There is no further information. 

HUNT; Jane (Janet)

Convict shipping records show Jane or Janet arrived in VDL 24 September 1842 aboard the Royal Admiral from London.  On 3 October 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17942.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, single, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Jane or Janet was released 9 October.

Jane or Janet was found guilty of the same offence on 27 December 1890 and sentenced to another Seven Days. Her warrant number 18689.  No release date is shown as the book ceased at the end of 1890.

A search of BDM records shows a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

HUSTON; Annie

Native-born Annie was found guilty 1 September 1888 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 17313.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Annie was released 28 February 1889.

A further two offences for drunkenness also resulted in 14 day gaol sentences before the end of 1889

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Robert Martin at Hobart, 3 October 1891. She is shown as 23 years-old and Robert, 27 years-old.  There is no further information.

JEFFREY; Elizabeth (JEFFRIES)

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in Tasmania aboard the Conway (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 24 October 1889 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17972.  Elizabeth arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 36 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released the same day after a fine was paid.

Elizabeth again appeared in court 4 November 1890 when again found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18581.  She was released three days later after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records shows a person of this name possibly married a John Jeffrey at Hobart, 21 March 1870.  She is shown as 18 years-old and John, 20 years-old. There is no further information. 

JOHNSON; Mary Ann

Mary Ann was found guilty 13 April 1889 of Larceny (two charges) and sentenced to Three Months on each charge.  Her warrant number 17680-81.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Mary Ann was released 12 August with remission.

On the 11 January 1890 Mary Ann was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. Her warrant number 18119.  She was released 24 January.

Mary was again in trouble 7 June 1890 when found guilty of being Idle and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 18339.  She was released 6 October.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

JONES; Catherine

Gate-book records show Catherine arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tradewind (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 22 August 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17296.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  She was released 28 August.

Catherine appeared in court again 12 April 1889 when found guilty of Drunkenness and sentenced to another Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18339.  She was released 18 April.

A search of BDM records revealed numerous birth, death and marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

JONES; Eliza

Eliza was found guilty 13 September 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17334.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 34 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Eliza was released 12 October.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

JONES; Elizabeth

Elizabeth was found guilty 15 November 1889 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18021.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Eliza was released 22 November after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

JONES; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Earl Grey. The vessel made two voyages, 14 January 1843 from Plymouth and 9 May 1850 from Ireland. However a search of convict shipping records revealed only male Jones aboard the vessels no female Jones.  On 20 October 1890 Mary was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18555.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 27 October.

The day after her release, Mary was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. Her warrant number 18568.  There is no release date as the book ceased at the end of 1890.

A search of BDM records shows numerous birth, death and marriage possibilities.   There is no further information. 

KIRK; Maria

Gate-book records show Maria presumably arrived in VDL, 1 September 1852 aboard the Martin Luther from Dublin.  On 15 April 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17686.  Maria arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released the following day after a fine was paid.

Maria appeared in court again on 25 September 1890 when again found guilty of being Drunk. This resulted in a Seven Day sentence.  Her warrant number 18524.  Maria was released 2 October. There is no further information. 

LAVELLE; Ellen

Ellen was found guilty 3 February 1890 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18148.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, single, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Ellen was released 8 February.

On 7 June, Ellen was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18338.  Ellen was released 5 July.

A third appearance 7 October for Disturbing the Peace resulted in a further One Month sentence. Her warrant number 18541.  Ellen was released 6 November. There is no further information.

LAWLESS; Agnes

Gate-book records show Agnes arrived in VDL aboard the Coromandel. Although the vessel made two voyages only males were carried on each voyage. On 4 November 1889, Agnes was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 17994.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released the following day.

A search of BDM records show an Agnes Cole married a Joseph Lawless at Hobart, 22 February 1876.  She is shown as 42 years-old and Robert, 52 years-old.   A death for an Agnes Lawless is recorded at Wedge Bay; 17 November 1900 aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

LEAHY; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 1 February 1889 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17560.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Ellen was released 7 February.  There is no further information. 

LEE; Ellen

Convict shipping records show Ellen arrived in VDL, 2 July 1844 aboard the Greenlaw from Dublin.  On 18 September 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18520.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and illiterate.  Ellen was released 25 September.

Ellen was found guilty of the same offence on 8 October and sentenced to 14 Days. Her warrant number 18543.  She was released 22 October.

A search of BDM records show an Ellen Foley married a Samuel Lee at Launceston, 9 January 1847.  She is shown as 15 years-old and Robert, 27 years-old.   A death for an Ellen Lee is recorded at Hobart; 16 May 1898 aged 64 years.  There is no further information. 

LEWIS; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Albion.  If this is correct it would mean Ann was only a baby on arrival. The Albion arrived here 21 October 1823. On 2 July 1889 Ann was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17794.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 8 July.

A search of BDM record show a death for an Ann Lewis at Hobart; 3 November 1900 aged 78 years.  There is no further information.
 

LEWIS; Elizabeth

Elizabeth was found guilty 16 October 1888 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17403.  Elizabeth arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. She was released 22 October.

Elizabeth was found guilty of drunkenness on a further three occasions during 1890 and served seven day sentences. There is no further information. 

LONG; Harriet

Harriet was found guilty 12 January 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17526.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 38 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Harriet was released the same day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a Harriet Johnston married an Edward Long at Hobart, 25 August 1888.  She is shown as 38 years-old and Edward, 62 years-old.  From the records it appears that Edward died 22 June 1897.  A further marriage for a Harriet Long is recorded to a Daniel Donovan at Hobart; 11 October 1897.  Harriet is shown as 46 years-old and Daniel, 49 years-old.  There is no further information. 

LOVELL; Ann

Although her name appears in the gate-book nothing apart from the date, 19 December 1890 is shown.   

MAINE; Anne J.

Anne was found guilty in the HSC, 15 May 1888 of Perjury and sentenced to Three Years.  Her warrant number is not shown.  Anne arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 37 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. She was released 14 November 1890 with remission. There is no further information. 

MALONEY; Bridget

Convict shipping records show Bridget arrived in VDL, 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 4 January 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18107.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Bridget was released 10 January.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Thomas Strong at Hobart Town, 28 February 1854.  She is shown as 20 years-old and Thomas, 21 years-old.  There is no further information.

MARLEY; Mary

Mary was found guilty on 6 June 1889 of Larceny and remanded in custody.  Her warrant number 17770.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Mary was discharged to the police on 11 June.  Presumably she was found not guilty as there is no further mention.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a James Foley at Strahan, 2 September 1895.  She is shown as 21 years-old and James, 25 years-old.  There is no further information. 

MARSH; Catherine (transported as GRANT)

Convict shipping records show Catherine arrived in VDL, 25 February 1847 aboard the Arabian from Dublin.  On 8 February 1890 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18157.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 61 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Catherine was released 21 February.

On 26 March, Catherine was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18237.  She was released 1 April.

A search of BDM records show a Catherine Grant married a Joseph Marsh at Oatlands, 14 January 1868.  She is shown as 36 years-old and Joseph, 50 years-old.  A death is also shown for a Catherine Marsh at Hobart; 14 July 1897 aged 67 years.  There is no further information. 

MARSH; Charlotte

Charlotte was found guilty at LSC 16 December 1890 of Perjury and sentenced to Six Months.  Her warrant number 18675.  She arrived at CSG 24 December when shown as 30 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. No release date shown as gate-book ceased at end of 1890.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly born Hobart, 7 November 1856.  The search also shows a marriage to a William Holmes at Hobart, 2 November 1875.  She is shown as 19 years-old and James, 20 years-old.  There is no further information. 

McAVADY; Ann

Convict shipping records show Ann possibly arrived in VDL, 22 May 1852 aboard the J. W. Dare from Dublin.  On 7 December 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 17484.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Ann was released 6 April.

Ann was found guilty of being idle and drunkenness on a further three occasions during 1889–90 and served a total of over nine months.

A search of BDM records show Ann possibly married a Thomas McAvady and died at Hobart, 27 August 1894 aged 66 years.  There is no further information.
 

McDONALD; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Columbus. A search of convict shipping records revealed only one convict (Amelia Dogherty) on that vessel so it appears Mary arrived as a free convict. On 7 February 1890, Mary was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18155.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 57 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  She was released 13 February.

Mary was in trouble again 18 September when found guilty of Drunkenness and sentenced to another Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18519.  She was released 25 September.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities and a possible death at Launceston, 6 May 1897 aged 65 years.  There is no further information. 

McINTOSH; Ann

Gate-book records show Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Duchess of Northumberland.  However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. The vessel made two voyages, arriving here 18 January 1843 from Sheerness and 21 April 1853 from Woolwich. On 30 March 1889 Ann was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17289.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 23 August.

Ann was found guilty of a further six offences of drunkenness, using obscene language and idleness during 1889 resulting in sentences exceeding over four months in total.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart, 14 January 1902 aged 77 years.  There is no further information. 

McMAHON; Norah

Norah was found guilty at LSC 16 August 1888 of Larceny from the Person and sentenced to One Year.  Her warrant number 17298.  She arrived at CSG 22 August when shown as 24 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. Norah was discharged to Launceston 9 July 1889 presumably for release. There is no further information. 

McSHANE; Norah

Gate-book records show Norah presumably arrived in VDL 17 August 1842 aboard the Hope from Dublin.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 21 March 1890 Norah was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18223.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released 19 April. There is no further information.

MILLARD; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 29 October 1888 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17423.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Mary was released the following day after a fine was paid.

On 9 March 1889, Mary was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17613. Once again a fine was paid and Mary released the same day.

Mary made two further appearances in court during 1889 when found guilty of disturbing the peace and obscene language.  This resulted in one month and two month sentences.  There is no further information. 

MILLER; Margaret

Margaret was found guilty 13 January 1890 of Larceny and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 18121.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Margaret was released 15 March.

A search of BDM records show a Margaret Jane Miller born Hobart, 9 July 1870.  The search also shows a marriage of a Margaret Jane Miller to a Percy Giddings Gray at Hobart, 11 October 1892.  Both are shown as 22 years-old. There is no further information. 

NEWMAN; Margaret

Margaret was found guilty 10 September 1890 of using Abusive Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18501.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 41 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Margaret was released 24 September.

A search of BDM records show a Margaret Beswick possibly married a George Alfred Newman at Launceston, 10 August 1869.  She is shown as adult and James, 33 years-old.  There is no further information. 

OAKLEY; Margaret

Margaret was found guilty 12 December 1889 of Assault and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18064.  She appears to have arrived at CSG the same day, however no further information was recorded apart from Margaret being released the following day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a Margaret Eliza Oakley married a Thomas James Hood at Campbell Town, 8 September 1886.  She is shown as 26 years-old and James, 20 years-old.  Further marriage possibilities could be pursued. There is no further information.

PHILLIPS; Matilda

Gate-book records show Matilda arrived in VDL 20 December 1844 aboard the Tasmania (1) from London.  On 26 December 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and       sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18680.  Matilda arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and   literate.  No release date is shown as the gate-book ceased at the end of 1890.A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart; 29 May 1897 aged 71 years.  There is no further information.

PIPER; Caroline

Gate-book records show Caroline arrived in Tasmania (1861) as a free convict.  On 20 August 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17850.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Caroline was released 26 August.  There is no further information.

PLUMMER; Margaret

Margaret was found guilty at LSC 7 November 1889 of Forgery and sentenced to Twelve Months.  Her warrant number 18394.  For some unknown reason, Margaret did not arrive at CSG until 16 July 1890 when shown as 26 years-old, married, Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. She was released 22 October 1890 with remission.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Richmond, 16 July 1860.  The search also shows a marriage to a George Alfred Saunders at Hobart, 21 February 1898.  She is shown as 36 years-old and George, 30 years-old. There is no further information. 

POULTNEY; Eliza

Eliza was found guilty 28 August 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17866.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Eliza was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

PRENDERGAST; Ellen (transported as TOOLAN)

Convict shipping records show Ellen arrived in VDL, 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 20 December 1890 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18664. She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Ellen would have been released mid-January 1891. There is no further information. 

PRIEST; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret arrived in VDL, 24 February 1853 aboard the Midlothian from Kingston, Ireland.  On 5 April 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17658.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 53 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Margaret was released 11 April. There is no further information. 

ROBERTS; Mary Ann

Convict shipping records show Mary Ann possibly arrived in VDL, 22 May 1852 aboard the J. W. Dare from Dublin.  On 29 August 1889 she was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17885.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Mary Ann was released 28 September.

Mary Ann was found guilty of drunkenness on a further two occasions during 1889–90 and served seven day sentences on each.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities and a possible death at Hobart, 5 December 1896 aged 65 years.  There is no further information.

ROBERTSON; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in VDL aboard the Earl Grey. The vessel made two voyages but a search of convict records failed to find a person of this name aboard either vessel. On 3 November 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18579.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Elizabeth was released 10 November.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities.  There is no further information. 

ROCHE; Ellen aka MADDEN (transported as ROACH)

Convict shipping records show Ellen arrived in VDL, 21 January 1849 aboard the Lord Auckland from Dublin.  On 14 March 1890 she was found guilty of Damage to Property and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18208. She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 47 years-old, married, Catholic, with no (?) prior convictions and illiterate.  Ellen was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

RONAN; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary possibly arrived in VDL, 1 September 1852 aboard the Martin Luther from Dublin.  On 21 March 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18222.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. She was released 27 March. There is no further information. 

ROWLANDS; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 30 August 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 17310.  Mary arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Her release date has not been recorded.

Mary also received a one month sentence for the same offence 16 July 1889.  Her warrant number 17813.  She was released 15 August.

A search of BDM records shows a Mary Ann Neale possibly married a William Rowlands at Clarence, 14 March 1859.  She is shown as 19 years-old and William, 46 years-old. There is no further information. 

SALISBURY; Sarah

Sarah was found guilty 13 December 1889 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18066.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Sarah was released 26 December.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a William Easton Campbell at Hobart, 17 May 1896.  She is shown as 32 years-old and William, 37 years-old. There is no further information. 

SANDERSON; Rose (SAUNDERSON?)

Rose was found guilty 3 April 1889 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17647.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 29 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read. Rose was released three days later after a fine was paid.

Rose was in trouble again 6 September 1890 when found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to another Month.  Her warrant number 18495.  She was released 19 September after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a William Smith at Richmond, 29 October 1877.  She is shown as 21 years-old and William, 19 years-old.  There is no further information. 

SIMMONS; Esther

Gate-book records show Esther possibly arrived in VDL, 26 January 1852 aboard the Anna Maria (2) from London.  On 27 July 1888 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17248.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 41 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Esther was released 6 August.

On 28 September Esther was found guilty of Larceny and received a Six Month sentence.  Her warrant number 17367.  She was released 27 March 1889.

Her third appearance before the courts took place 12 August 1889 when found guilty of using Obscene Language resulting in Seven Days.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married an Alfred Perry at Hobart, 11 November 1884.  Both are shown as adults. There is no further information. 

SING WHY; Fanny aka COOPER

Gate-book records show Fanny arrived in Tasmania aboard the Isle of the South (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 25 July 1890 she was found guilty at Launceston of Breaching the Legal Act and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 18442.  She didn’t arrive at CSG until 20 August when shown as 48 years-old, married, Protestant and with no prior convictions.  No entry was made regarding literacy.  Fanny was released 24 November.  There is no further information. 

SMITH; Eliza

Eliza was found guilty 5 August 1890 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18414.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. No entry appears regarding literacy.  Eliza was released the same day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities. There is no further information.

SMITH; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in VDL aboard the Duchess of Northumberland.  However a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  As mentioned previously, the vessel made two voyages, arriving here 18 January 1843 from Sheerness and 21 April 1853 from Woolwich. On 9 October 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17390.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Elizabeth was released 15 October.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

SMITH; Grace

Grace was found guilty 21 February 1889 of Harbouring Prostitutes and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17593.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, single, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate.  Grace was released 27 February after a fine was paid.

Grace appeared before the courts again 10 May 1889 when found guilty of Disorderly Conduct resulting in a Three Month sentence.  Her warrant number 17733.  She was released 9 August.

A search of BDM records show a Grace Elizabeth Smith born Brighton, 23 July 1870. There are also a number of marriage possibilities that could be pursued. There is no further information. 

SMITH; Margaret

Margaret was found guilty 19 November 1889 of Keeping a Disorderly House and sentenced to Four Months.  Her warrant number 18020.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions. No entry was made regarding literacy. Margaret was released 26 November after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Hobart, 29 November 1866. There are also a number of marriage possibilities that could be pursued. There is no further information. 

SMITH; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 20 July 1889 of Larceny and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 17822.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Mary was released 25 September. There is no further information.
 

SMITH; Mary

Mary was found guilty at Launceston, 7 November 1889 of Forgery and sentenced to Six Months.  Her warrant number 18022.  She arrived at CSG 15 November when shown as 42 years-old. Unfortunately, no other details are shown apart from Mary being discharged to the Insane Hospital at New Norfolk, 20 November.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities that could be pursued.  There is no further information. 

SPEARS; Sarah

Gate-book records show Sarah arrived in Tasmania aboard the Grasmere (date unknown) as a free convict. On 28 July 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18407.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 72 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions.  No entry is made regarding either literacy or a release date.

Sarah was again found guilty of being Drunk 6 November and sentenced to another 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18592.  She was released 20 November.

A search of BDM records failed to locate this particular person but did locate another Sarah Spears who died Hobart; 26 June 1884 aged 70 years. There is no further information. 

SPLANE; Kate (SPILLANE?)

Kate was found guilty at LSC 16 December 1890 of Receiving and sentenced to Twelve Months.  Her warrant number 18672.  She didn’t arrive at CSG until 24 December when shown as 30 years-old, a servant, Catholic and with no prior convictions.  No entry was made regarding literacy. Release date is not shown as the gate-book ceased at the end of 1890. There is no further information. 

STAKES; Alice

Alice was found guilty on 2 July 1888 of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17227.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Alice was released 7 July. There is no further information. 

STEPHENS; Mary A.

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Duchess of Northumberland.  The vessel made two voyages, however a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard either vessel. On 20 June 1890 Mary was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18353.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 46 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Mary was released 3 July.

A search of BDM records show a number of birth and marriage possibilities that could be pursued.  There is no further information.

STEVENSON; Mary A.

Mary also claims to have arrived in VDL aboard the Duchess of Northumberland.  The vessel made two voyages, however a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard either vessel. On 11 June 1889 Mary was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 17775.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 53 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Mary was released 24 June.

Mary was again found guilty of the same offence 7 August 1890 and sentenced to One Month on this occasion.  Her warrant number 18419.  She was released 6 September.

Once again a search of BDM records shows a number of birth and marriage possibilities that could be pursued.  There is no further information. 

STEWART; Catherine

Catherine was found guilty 27 June 1890 of Destroying Property and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18374.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a servant, Catholic and with three or more prior convictions and literate. Catherine was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

STOKES; Alice

Alice was found guilty 22 October 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17415.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Alice was released 27 October.

Alice committed a further ten offences before the end of 1890.  Most resulted in short sentences not exceeding more than a month for drunkenness, obscene language and being drunk and incapable.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name may have married an Alfred James Stokes at Launceston, 8 February 1882.  She is shown as 21 years-old and Alfred, 22 years-old.  There is no further information. 

SUMMERS; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in Tasmania aboard the Hardwick (date unknown) as a free convict. On 7 January 1890 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18113.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Mary was released 13 January.

Mary was again found guilty of being Drunk 9 September and sentenced to another Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18498.  It is interesting to note that on this occasion her age was shown as 50 years-old.  She was released 15 September. There is no further information.

SUTTON; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Kinnear.  The vessel made two voyages, however a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard either vessel. On 28 December 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18085.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Mary was released 3 January 1890.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a William Sutton at Hobart, 5 December 1859.  She is shown as 28 years-old and William, 30 years-old.  There is no further information. 

SYKES; Mary Ann

Gate-book records show Mary Ann arrived in VDL aboard the Cadet.  The vessel made three voyages, however a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessels. On 10 October 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17394.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Mary Ann was released 16 October.

Mary Ann was in court again a week later when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. Her warrant number 17414. She was released 3 November.

Mary Ann had a further three gaol sentences up until the end of 1890 for drunkenness all resulting in seven day sentences.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a William Sykes at Hobart, 8 November 1869.  Both are shown as adults.  There is no further information. 

SYMES; Elizabeth

Gate-book records show Elizabeth arrived in Tasmania aboard the Arawata (date unknown) as a free convict. On 25 March 1890 she was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18231.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Elizabeth was released the following day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

TAYLOR; Emma

Emma was found guilty 27 November 1888 of Keeping a Disorderly House and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17468.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Emma was released 26 February 1889. There is no further information.

THOMAS; Elizabeth

Convict shipping records show Elizabeth arrived in VDL 15 November 1831 aboard the Strathfieldsay from London.  On 13 September 1890 she was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18510.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 66 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Elizabeth was released two days later after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

THOMPSON; Rachael

Rachael was found guilty 10 August 1888 of Insulting passersby and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17278.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Rachael was released 9 November.

This appears to be the first of a further nine offences up until the end of 1890. All resulted in gaol terms.  Mary was found guilty of disturbing the peace, obscene language, indecency, being drunk and disorderly and being idle.  The sentences varied between seven days and four months. There is no further information. 

THOMPSON; Rachael

Rachael was found guilty 10 August 1888 of Insulting passersby and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17278.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Rachael was released 9 November.

This appears to be the first of a further nine offences up until the end of 1890. All resulted in gaol terms.  Mary was found guilty of disturbing the peace, obscene language, indecency, being drunk and disorderly and being idle.  The sentences varied between seven days and four months. There is no further information. 

TIBBALLS; Blanche

Gate-book records show Blanche arrived in Tasmania aboard an unknown vessel as a free convict. On 23 January 1890 she was found guilty of using Threatening Language and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18132.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 37 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Blanche was released the same day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a Blanche Wheeler married a Stephen Tibballs at Hobart, 26 December 1878.  She is shown as 25 years-old and Stephen, 30 years-old.  There is no further information. 

TRACEY; Johanna

Johanna was found guilty 5 August 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 17280.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.  Rachael was released 5 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart, 23 March 1892 aged 23 years. There is no further information. 

VERGO; Margaret

Convict shipping records show Margaret arrived in VDL 29 September 1849 aboard the Australasia from Dublin.  On 22 August 1888 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17295.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Margaret was released 28 August.

Margaret was found guilty of a further seven offences up until the end of 1890. All resulted in gaol terms. She was found guilty of disturbing the peace, obscene language, being drunk and disorderly and being idle.  There is no further information. 

WALKER; Mary

Gate-book records show Mary probably arrived in VDL 9 September 1847 aboard the Cadet (2) from London.  This vessel made three voyages. On 5 November 1890 Mary was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18590.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, married, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Mary was released 12 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died Hobart, 9 August 1895 aged 66 years.  There are also a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

WARD; Margaret

Gate-book records show Margaret possibly arrived in VDL 8 July 1852 aboard the Sir R. Seppings from Woolwich.  On 4 March 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 17605.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a widow, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Margaret was released the following day.

However, two days later Margaret was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 17610.  She was released 13 March.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

WARREN; Catherine

Catherine was found guilty 30 May 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18327.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, married and Catholic. Prior convictions and literacy are not shown. Catherine was released 12 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born Longford, 17 June 1858. There is no further information. 

WATSON; Mary

Mary was charged 15 April 1889 of Larceny and remanded in custody.  Her warrant number 17687.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Mary was discharged to the police 24 April.  Presumably she was found not guilty as her name does not appear again. There is no further information. 

WATT; Ellen

Ellen was charged 5 September 1890 of being Idle and sentenced to Two Months.  Her warrant number 18491.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Ellen was released 4 November.  There is no further information.

WEEDING; Kate

Kate was found guilty 21 May 1889 of Animal Offences and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17750.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, single, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Kate was released the following day after a fine was paid.

It was noted that the offence read “Keeping ferocious dogs at large”. There is no further information. 

WELSH; Eliza

Eliza was found guilty 10 March 1890 of Assault and sentenced to 14 Days.  Her warrant number 18199.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Her release date is not shown. There is no further information. 

WESLEY; Helena

Helena was charged on 3 November 1888 with Obtaining goods by False Pretences and committed to trial.  Her warrant number 17437.   Helena arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  She was released to bail 6 November.  As there is no further mention, Helena was presumably found not guilty.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name may have married a George Wesley at Hobart, 14 July 1888.  She is shown as 23 years-old and George, 24 years-old.  There is no further information. 

WILKINSON; Susan

Susan was found guilty 25 July 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18402.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, married, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Susan was released the same day after a fine was paid.

Susan was before the court again 19 August when found guilty of the same offence resulting in another Seven Day sentence.  As before, Susan was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

WILLIAMS; Fanny

Fanny was found guilty 8 August 1890 of being Idle and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 18421.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 29 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions. No entry was made regarding literacy. Fanny was released 8 November.

A search of BDM records show a Fanny Maud Williams died at Hobart, 20 September 1892 aged 29 years.  There is no further information.

WILLIAMS; Martha

Gate-book records show Martha possibly arrived in VDL aboard the Elizabeth and Henry.  This vessel made three voyages. On 5 October 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17381.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 49 years-old, a servant, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Martha was released 4 January 1889.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

WILLIAMS; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 16 December 1889 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18068.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, married, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Mary was released 21 December.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities. There is no further information. 

WILLIAMS; Mary A.

Mary was found guilty 13 July 1888 of Illegally Pawning and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17237.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Mary was released 17 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name possibly married a Henry Coombs at Launceston, 7 April 1857.  She is shown as 30 years-old and Henry, 38 years-old.  There is no further information. 

WOODHALL; Mary

Mary was found guilty 26 September 1890 of Breaching the Licensing Act and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 18526.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Mary was released the following day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a Mary Ann Linton married a Wellington Woodhall at Hobart, 4 January 1875.  She is shown as 17 years-old and Wellington, 20 years-old.  There is no further information. 

WOODS; Catherine

Gate-book records show Catherine arrived in Tasmania aboard the Asia (date unknown) as a free convict. On 24 July 1888 she was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17247.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 55 years-old, a servant, Catholic, with one prior conviction and could only read. Catherine was released 23 August.

A search of BDM records show a number of marriage possibilities for a person of this name, however, the most likely would be to a Thomas Evans at Hamilton; 5 February 1890.  Catherine is shown as 57 years-old and Thomas, 75 years-old. There is no further information.

WOOLLEY; Mary

Mary was found guilty 22 August 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  Her warrant number 18448.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, married, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Mary was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. 

YORK; Georgina

Georgina was found guilty 14 August 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  Her warrant number 17285.  She arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a servant, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Georgina was released 21 November.

A search of BDM records show a Georgina Frances York married a Reginald Swift at Hobart, 22 September 1885.  Both are shown as adults. There is no further information. 

YOUNG; Jane (transported as COOK)

Convict shipping records show Jane arrived in VDL aboard the Duke of Cornwall on 27 October 1850 from Kingston, Ireland.  On 3 June 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to 24 Hours.  Her warrant number 17764.  Jane arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a widow, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  She was released the following day.  Her age was not recorded. 

A search of BDM records show a Jane Cook died at Hobart; 14 September 1890 aged 75 years.  There is no further information.