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ABEL;
William
William was found guilty 10 February 1876 of
Stealing from a House and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number
11348. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. William was released 21
November 1877 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a William James Abel
born Hobart Town; October 1855. The records also show a marriage for William
James Abel to Elizabeth Atkinson, Emu Bay; 29 August 1883. He is shown as 26
years-old and Elizabeth, 18 years-old. There is no further information.
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ABEL:
William
This William was found guilty 4 March 1879 of
Neglecting to join his Vessel and sentenced to Two Months gaol. His
warrant number 12778. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19
years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate.
William was released 3 May 1879.
On 11 August, William was found guilty of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
13020. He was then shown as a labourer and was released the same day after a
fine was paid.
William was in trouble again 14 October when found
guilty of Inciting in Police Custody and Resisting Arrest. He was
sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 13091. William was released 27
October.
His last appearance was on 26 November when found
guilty of Stealing from a James Taylor. William received Three Months
on this occasion. His warrant number 13169. He was released 28 February 1880.
There is no further information. |
ADAMS;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Jane, (date
unknown). On 15 May 1876 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 11467. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 29 years-old, a
seaman, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate. He was released the
same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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ADAMS;
Walker
Gate-book records show Walker arrived in Tasmania aboard the SS
Southern Cross), (date unknown). On 21 September 1883 he was found guilty
of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 14945. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 43 years-old, a cook, Protestant with no prior convictions and
illiterate. Walker was released 27 September. There is no further information.
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ADAMS;
William
William was found guilty at HSC 24 September 1878
of Indecent Assault and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant
number 12552. He arrived at CSG five days later when shown as 18 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with one prior conviction and illiterate. William was
released 23 July 1880 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a William Henry Adams
born Longford; 21 January 1860. The records also show a marriage to Elizabeth
Hannah Templer at Longford; 29 November 1882. Both are shown as adults. There
is no further information. |
ADLARD;
George William aka ACKLAND
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Agnes Jessie
(date unknown). On 17 December 1879 he was found guilty of Insulting
passersby and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 13208. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24
years-old, a seaman, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.
George was released 30 December. There is no further information.
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AH; Fee
Gate-book records show Fee arrived in Tasmania, the vessel’s name unknown.
On 1 August 1890 he was found guilty at Launceston of Larceny and
sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 18441. He didn’t arrive at
CSG until 20 August when shown as 44 years-old, a
Celestial, with no prior convictions. No other information is shown including
his release date. |
AH; Pong
Gate-book records show Pong arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tamar, (date
unknown). On 17 April 1879 he was found guilty of using Threatening Language
and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 12848. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a
hawker, a Celestial, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Pong was
released 16 July.
On 8 April 1880, Pong was found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
13383. He was released 14 April.
Pong appeared in court on two further occasions,
once for being drunk and incapable and the second for disturbing the peace.
Both resulted in seven day sentences. There is no further information.
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AINSWORTH; Charles
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana,
(date unknown). On 28 May 1878 he was found guilty at LSC of Forgery and
Uttering and sentenced to Five Years. His warrant number 12424. He
arrived at CSG 3 June when shown as 24 years-old,
a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was
released 27 May 1882 with remission. There is no further information.
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ALDRICH;
William
William was found guilty 19 April 1888 of
Breaching Cab License Act and sentenced to One Month. His warrant
number 17155. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a
boot-cleaner, Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was
released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records shows a William Francis
Aldrich married Emma Gentleman, Launceston; 5 June 1892. He is shown as 28
years-old and Emma, 24 years-old. There is no further information.
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ALEXANDER; James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL
13 January 1842 aboard the Barossa (1) from Sheerness. On 19 October
1882 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 14530. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 69 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. James was released the
same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Sarah Murphy at Hobart Town; 16 May 1854. Both are shown as 40
years-old. There is no further information. |
ALFORD;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Windward
(date unknown). On 21 March 1876 he was found guilty of being Absent without
Leave and sentenced to Three Weeks. His warrant number 11386. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19
years-old, a seaman, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.
William was released 10 April. There is no further information.
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ALLASTON;
Frederick
Gate-book records show Frederick arrived in Tasmania aboard the Manapouri
(date unknown). On 27 December 1889 he was found guilty of Disturbing the
Peace and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18083. He
arrived at CSG the same day, however no further details are recorded apart from
Frederick being released the following day after a fine was paid. There is no
further information. |
ALLEN;
Francis
Gate-book records show Francis arrived in Tasmania aboard the Araunah
(date unknown). On 7 January 1875 he was found guilty at Launceston of
Rioting and Assaulting Police and sentenced to 18 Months. His
warrant number 10885. He arrived at CSG 14 January when shown as 29 years-old,
a seaman, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Francis was
released 15 January 1876 with remission. There is no further information.
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ALLEN;
Thomas
Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL
26 December 1844 aboard the Sir Robert Peel from London. On 25 September
1890 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 18525. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 58 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. Thomas was released the same day after a fine was
paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Launceston; 10 August 1896 aged 66 years. There is no further information.
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ALMER;
William
William was found guilty 6 November 1888 of
Larceny and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 17411. He
had arrived at CSG 20 October when shown as 21 years-old, a shoemaker,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. No release date is shown
as the gate-book ceased at the end of 1890. There is no further information.
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ALSOP;
Duncan
Gate-book records show Duncan arrived in Tasmania, the vessel’s name unknown.
On 17 December 1878 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and
sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 12670. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 36 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Duncan was released the
same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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ALSOP;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty at HSC 27 September 1881 of
Attempted Rape and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant number
14025. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 22 years-old, a
shoemaker, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was
released 27 January 1883 with remission. There is no further information.
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AMBLES;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Olive Branch
(date unknown). On 6 April 1877 he was found guilty of Insulting passersby
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 842. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. John was released 18 April. There is no further
information. |
ANDERSON; Alexander
Gate-book records show Alexander arrived in Tasmania aboard the SS
Southern Cross (date unknown). On 8 December 1885 he was found guilty of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Six Months/Default Bail. His
warrant number 15987. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and could only
read. Alexander was released on bail three days later. There is no further
information. |
ANDERSON; Antonio
Gate-book records show Antonio arrived in Tasmania aboard the Loongana
(date unknown). On 19 January 1884 he was found guilty of Larceny and
sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 15120. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. Antonio was released 18 March.
On 8 November 1884, Antonio was found guilty of
Indecency and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
15523. He was then shown as a seaman and released 6 December. There is no
further information. |
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ANDERSON; Matthew
Convict shipping records show Matthew arrived in
VDL 3 March 1844 aboard the Maitland (1) from Norfolk Island. On 23
October 1876 he was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and
sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 11529. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 66 years-old, a
seaman, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.
Matthew was released 23 December.
Matthew was found guilty of the same offence 22
October 1877 and received another Two Month sentence. His warrant number
12112. He was released 21 December.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 26 August 1888 aged 78 years. There is no further information.
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ANDERSON; Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ringarooma
(date unknown). On 30 November 1881 he was found guilty of Larceny and
sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 14102. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a steward, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. Thomas was released 29 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hamilton; 24 May 1855. The records also show a possible marriage to Emma
Edith Stone at Hobart; 9 October 1889. He is shown as 35 years-old and Emma, 34
years-old. There is no further information. |
ANDERSON; William
William was found guilty 17 March 1881 of
Non-maintenance/Default Bail and sentenced to Six Months. His
warrant number 13815. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 35
years-old, a miner, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate.
William was released to bail 22 March. There is no further information.
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ANSON;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 5 July 1889 of being
Drunk and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 17800. He
arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 36 years-old, a photographer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Henry was released the
same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a Henry Joseph Anson
christened Hobart Town; 5 April 1853. The records also show a possible marriage
to Emily Austin at Hobart; 30 October 1882. He is shown as 29 years-old and
Emily, 21 years-old. A death is also recorded for a Henry Joseph Anson at
Hobart; 25 March 1890 aged 37 years. There is no further information.
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ANSON;
Joshua
Joshua was found guilty 12 July 1877 of Larceny
as a Servant and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number 11988.
He had been in custody at CSG for two days prior to his sentence. Joshua is
shown as 22 years-old, a photographer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and
literate. He was released 12 January 1879 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 29 October 1854. There is no further information.
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APPLEBY;
John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
21 July 1842 aboard the Candahar from Spithead. On 24 September 1886 he
was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 16404. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown
as 56 years-old, a painter, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
illiterate. John was released 30 September. There is no further information.
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APPLEBY;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Oriental
(date unknown). On 27 January 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15638. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 39 years-old, a butcher, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Thomas was released the same day
after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a Thomas Hill Appleby
married Annie Shrimpling at Hobart; 12 September 1872. He is shown as 27
years-old and Annie, 36 years-old. There is no further information.
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APPLETON; David
David was found guilty 7 December 1887 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17015. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 39 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. David was released 6 January
1888.
On 20 November 1888 he was again found guilty of
the same offence and sentenced to Three Months on this occasion. His
warrant number 17457. David, now shown as a fisherman, was released 19
February 1889.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Alice Martha Riley at Hobart; 28 February 1876. He is shown as 23
years-old and Alice, 17 years-old. There is no further information.
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APPLEYARD; Henry Hewart
Henry was found guilty at Launceston 15 June 1882
of Larceny as a Servant and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant
number 11988. He arrived at CSG 28 June when shown as 18 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 10 July
1884 with remission. There is no further information.
ARCHER;
Frederick
Frederick was found guilty 25 October 1890 of being
Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18566. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a labourer, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. His age is not recorded. Frederick was released the
same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a Frederick Benjamin
Archer married Sarah Jane Ward at Hobart; 12 August 1869. Frederick is shown as
22 years-old and Sarah, 19 years-old. There is no further information.
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ARCHER;
Richard
Richard was found guilty 30 October 1888 of
Illegally Pawning and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number
17417. For some reason he is shown as arriving at CSG 23 August prior to his
conviction. He is shown as 50 years-old, a labourer/carpenter, Protestant, with
no prior convictions and illiterate. Richard was released 15 April 1889.
A search of BDM records show a Richard Benjamin
Archer born Hobart Town; 8 October 1837. A person of this name also married
Martha Swift at Launceston; 11 October 1881. Both are shown as adults. A death
is also recorded for a Richard Benjamin Archer at Hobart; 24 September 1894 aged
57 years. There is no further information. |
ARCTIER;
Alfred
Gate-book records show Alfred arrived in Tasmania aboard the Kaikoura
(date unknown). On 13 December 1884 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15638.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Alfred was released 19 December.
There is no further information.
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ARKINS;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Lady Emma
(date unknown). On 24 May 1880 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number is not shown. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 47 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with one prior conviction and illiterate. Thomas was released 29 May.
Thomas was again in trouble when found guilty 5
October 1880 of being Drunk and Disorderly. He was sentenced to 14
Days. His warrant number 13592. Thomas was released 18 October.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 28 October 1884 aged 52 years. There is no further information.
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ARMSTRONG; Ivo
Ivo was found guilty 28 April 1879 of Insulting
passersby and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 12862. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Ivo was released two days later after
a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
ARMSTRONG; William
William was found guilty 26 December 1881 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
14147. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was released 25
January 1882.
A search of BDM records show a William James
Armstrong born Hobart; 9 January 1857. There is no further information.
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ARNOLD;
James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL
22 January 1835 aboard the Augusta Jessie (1) from Portsmouth. On 14
April 1880 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three
Months. His warrant number 13392. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 76 years-old, a stonemason, Protestant,
with one (?) prior conviction and illiterate. James was released 13 July.
On 25 April 1882 James was found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and received a Seven Day sentence Two Month
sentence. His warrant number 14336. He was released 1 May.
His third appearance in the gate-book was only a
few days later. On 6 May he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to
Two Months. His warrant number 14356. James was released 5 July.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 19 December 1885 aged 80 years. There is no further information.
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ARSDALL;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Zeus (date
unknown). On 14 March 1889 he was found guilty at Launceston of Receiving
(3 charges) and sentenced to Twelve Months. His warrant
numbers 17529-31. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 38 years-old,
a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John was
released 8 March 1890. There is no further information. |
ARVIDSON;
Fritz
Gate-book records show Fritz arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flora (date
unknown). On 8 December 1884 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15560. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a pianist, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Fritz was released 13 December. There
is no further information. |
ASHTON;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Esk (date
unknown). On 29 September 1886 he was found guilty of Larceny and
sentenced to Twelve Months. His warrant number 16440. He arrived at CSG
the next day when shown as 31 years-old, a boot-maker, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. William was released 24 May 1887 with remission.
There is no further information. |
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ASTLEY;
James
James was found guilty 8 November 1883 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
15008. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a butcher,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was released the
following day after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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ATKINS;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Lady Emma
(date unknown). On 8 April 1880 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 13382. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a baker, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. Thomas was released 21 April. There is no further
information. |
ATKINSON; James Bernard aka BREE
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL
14 November 1850 aboard the William Jardine (2) from Portland, Dorset.
On 29 December 1880 he was found guilty at LSC of Larceny and sentenced
to Four Years. His warrant number 13738. He didn’t arrive at CSG until
19 January 1881 when shown as 50 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.
James was released 28 February 1884 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Mary Hill at Launceston; 19 January 1857. He is shown as 26 years-old
and Mary, 25 years-old. A death is also recorded for a James Atkinson at
Launceston; 21 July 1899 aged 70 years. There is no further information.
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ATKINSON; Joseph
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
21 May 1842 aboard the Isabella (2) from Woolwich. On 26 November 1875
he was found guilty of Stealing Iron Piping/Value 6/- (60c) and
sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 11240. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 57 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.
Joseph was released 25 February 1876.
On 29 December 1881 Joseph was found guilty of
being Idle and Disorderly and sentence to One Month. His warrant
number 14154. He is now shown as 65 years-old and was released 28 January 1882.
Joseph was also found guilty of the same offence 14
April 1883 and on this occasion only received 14 Days. His warrant
number 14795. He was released 27 April. There is no further information.
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AUSTIN
C. F.
Gate-book records show he arrived in Tasmania aboard the Dahlia (date
unknown). On 11 December 1878 he was found guilty of Assaulting an officer
on Ship and sentenced to Six Weeks. His warrant number 12650. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. He was released to his vessel 24 January
1878. There is no further information. |
BABINGTON; James
Gate-book records show James arrived in VDL aboard
the Lord Auckland. However, a search of convict shipping records failed
to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 24 January 1879 he was
found guilty of Drunkenness and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 12711. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a gardener, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and literate. James was released 30 January.
On 20 February 1882 James was found guilty of
Indecent Behaviour and received a 14 Day sentence. His warrant
number 14218. He was released 4 March.
His third appearance in the gate-book took place 12
April 1884 when found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months
and Two Days (possibly for gaol offences). His warrant number 15281. James
was released 12 July.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 12 October 1890 aged 79 years. There is no further information.
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BACON;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Clemantis
(date unknown). On 11 November 1875 he was found guilty of Stealing ₤1/1/-
($2.10) and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number
11226. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. He was released 10 May 1876.
It is noted the money was stolen from H. Hanlon.
There is no further information.
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BADERLEY;
Edward
Gate-book records show Edward arrived in Tasmania aboard the Derwent
(date unknown). On 27 August 1885 he was found guilty at LSC of Obtaining
Money by False Pretences and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant
number 15879. He arrived at CSG 19 September when shown as 45 years-old, a
clerk, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. He was released 9
December 1886 with remission. There is no further information.
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BAILEY;
Joseph
Joseph was found guilty also at LSC on 25 August
1890 of Horse Stealing and sentenced to Twelve Months. His
warrant number 15008. He arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 32
years-old, a farmer, Protestant and with no prior convictions. There is no
entry for literacy or a release date, the book ceasing at the end of 1890.
A search of BDM records show a Joseph Frederick
Bailey married Alice Walker at Launceston; 17 December 1880. He is shown as
adult and Alice, a minor. There is no further information.
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BAIN;
Colin
Convict shipping records show Colin arrived in VDL
24 November 1842 aboard the Emily (1) from London. On 5 November 1880 he
was found guilty of Illegally Pawning a Watch and Chain and sentenced to
Six Months. His warrant number 13641. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 58 years-old, a watchmaker,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Colin was
released 4 May 1881.
Between 1880 and 1889, Colin was found guilty on
eight occasions of offences culminating mainly in seven day or fourteen day
sentences.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Mary Robe at Hobart Town; 28 February 1848. He is shown as 23 years-old
and Mary, 21 years-old. There is no further information.
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BAKEWELL;
Robert
Robert was found guilty at HSC on 4 March 1879 of
Aiding and Abetting a Rape and sentenced to Twelve Years (a
Commutation). His warrant number 12794. Strangely, he didn’t arrive at CSG
until eight days later when shown as 24 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant and
with no prior convictions and literate. Robert was released 25 February 1885
with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 28 November 1854. There is no further information.
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BALEY;
Jeremiah
Gate-book records show Jeremiah arrived in Tasmania aboard the M. Laurie
(date unknown). On 5 October 1888 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 17379. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. Jeremiah was released 11 October. There is no further
information. |
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BALMFORTH; Joseph
Joseph was found guilty 11 April 1878 of
Insulting passersby and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
12344. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Joseph was released 24
April.
Joseph appeared in court again 16 September 1881
when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace. He received a One
Month sentence. His warrant number 14010. He was released three days later
after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a Joseph Edward
Balmforth married Margaret Weldon at Hobart; 16 February 1882. He is shown as
27 years-old and Margaret, 23 years-old. There is no further information.
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BANKS;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ethel (date
unknown). On 7 October 1887 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced
to Two Months. His warrant number 16939. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 26 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and
literate. James was released 6 December. There is no further information.
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BANNISTER; David or Dennis
Convict shipping records show David/Dennis arrived
in VDL 15 October 1845 aboard the Equestrian (2) from London. On 26
August 1876 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and
sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 11565. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 76 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and could only read. He was released
to the General Hospital, 28 August.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 23 November 1876 aged 76 years. There is no further information.
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BAPTISTE;
Ninian
Convict shipping records show Ninian arrived in VDL
9 August 1850 aboard the Maria Somes (2) from Portsmouth. On 8 May 1876
he was found guilty of Stealing a jumper and trousers and sentenced to
Three Months. His warrant number 11461. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 69 years-old, a groom, Protestant,
with three or more prior convictions and literate. He was discharged to the
Cascades Depot, 20 May.
It is noted the clothing was stolen from J. McGiven.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 28 July 1880 aged 74 years. There is no further information.
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BARBER;
Charles
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in Tasmania aboard the Onward (date
unknown). On 8 August 1877 he was found guilty of Disobeying the Ship’s
Captain and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 12028. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 30 October. There
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BARKER;
Herbert
Herbert was found guilty at HSC on 23 March 1886 of
Larceny as a Servant and sentenced to 18 Months His warrant
number 16143. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 18 years-old, a
shoemaker, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Herbert was
released 28 May 1887 with remission. There is no further information.
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BARNES;
Christopher
Christopher was found guilty 21 March 1885 of
Larceny and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 15707. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Christopher was released 3 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 7 April 1869. The search also revealed the death of a person of
this name at Hobart; 1 February 1897 aged 27 years. There is no further
information.
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BARNES;
Elias
Elias, possibly a brother of Christopher, was found
guilty 15 March 1883 of being Absent from his Apprenticeship and
sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14762. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 17 years-old, a shoemaker, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. Elias was released 14 April.
Twelve months later, 18 March 1884 he was found
guilty of Breaching the Master Servant Act and sentenced to 14
Days. His warrant number 15227. Elias was released 31 March.
He appeared in court on two occasions in 1884 when
found guilty of again breaching the act again and being drunk and disorderly.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 17 December 1866. The search also revealed a marriage to
Catherine Markham at Hobart; 6 April 1896. He is shown as 28 years-old and
Catherine, 22 years-old. There is no further information.
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BARRETT;
James
James was found guilty at LGS 19 September 1876 of Receiving Stolen Meat and sentenced to Six Years. His warrant
number 11604. He arrived at CSG a week later when shown as 53 years-old, a
gardener, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. James was
released 18 December 1880 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
christened Launceston; 5 January 1824. The search also revealed a marriage to
Ann Garrett at Launceston; 22 October 1849. He is shown as an adult and Ann, a
minor. There is no further information.
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BARRETT;
John
John was found guilty at HSC 24 March 1885 of
Receiving and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant number 15714. He
arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 21 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 26 June
1888 with remission.
It is noted that at some stage he was escorted to
Launceston as a witness regarding the Beaconsfield Bank Robbery. There is no
further information.
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BARRY;
Michael
Gate-book records show Michael arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana
(date unknown). On 22 February 1881 he was found guilty at LSC of
Feloniously Receiving and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant
number 13799. He arrived at CSG 4 March when shown as 42 years-old, a tailor,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Michael was released 24 May
1884. There is no further information.
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BARTON;
Robert
Gate-book records show Robert arrived in VDL aboard
the Duke of Northumberland. However, a search of convict shipping
records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 9 July 1878
he was found guilty of Drunkenness but there is no further information as
a page is missing from the gate-book.
A search of BDM records also failed to locate any
information on a person of this name.
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BARTON;
William
William was found guilty 4 October 1889 of
Larceny (2 Charges) and sentenced to Twelve Months. His warrant
number 17930. He had arrived at CSG 28 September when shown as 28 years-old, a
fisherman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was
released 3 October with no remission.
A search of BDM records show a William Thomas
Barton born Longford; 2 October 1859. The search also revealed a marriage to
Lily Scott at Launceston; 21 April 1880. He is shown as 20 years-old and Lily,
22 years-old. There is no further information.
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BASWELL;
John
John was found guilty at HSC 10 April 1877 of
Larceny from the Person and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant
number 906. Strangely, he didn’t arrive at CSG until eight days later when
shown as 28 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and
illiterate. John was released 7 August 1878 with remission. There is no further
information.
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BATT;
William
William was found guilty at HSC 16 May 1882 of
Receiving Five Cows and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant number
14373. He arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 23 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. William was
released 16 August 1883 with remission. There is no further information.
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BATTERSBY; Richard
Robert was found guilty 26 June 1878 of
Insulting passersby but there is no further information as a page is missing
from the gate-book.
A search of BDM records did show a Richard Harris
Battersby born Hobart Town; 17 August 1847. There is no further information.
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BAYNTON;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders
(date unknown). On 5 October 1888 he was found guilty of Assaulting Police
and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 17377. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. George was released 9 October after a fine was paid.
There is no further information.
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BEALL;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Windward
(date unknown). On 21 March 1876 he was found guilty of being Absent without
Leave and sentenced to Three Weeks. His warrant number 11387. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was released 10 April. There
is no further information.
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BEAMER;
John
John was found guilty 25 November 1886 of
Larceny and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 16517. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 36 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 24 February 1887.
There is no further information.
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BEARD;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Westmeath
(date unknown). On 25 June 1884 he was found guilty of Larceny and
sentenced to Three Weeks. His warrant number 15379. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a cook, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. George was released 24 September. There is no
further information.
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BEARLEY;
Henry (see BEASLEY/BEAZLEY)
Henry was found guilty 30 June 1888 of Larceny
and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 17229. He arrived
at CSG 3 July when shown as 23 years-old, a baker, Protestant, with one prior
conviction and literate. Henry was released 21 August.
(See Embezzlement Offences and Rural
Offences Pt. Twelve). There is no further information.
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BECK;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty 4 May 1877 of Insulting
passersby and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 919. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Thomas was released 17 May.
Nearly twelve months later, 9 April 1878 he was
again found guilty of Insulting passersby and sentenced to another
14 Days. His warrant number 12338. Thomas was released 22 April.
His third appearance in court on a more serious
note was on 18 May 1880 when found guilty at HSC of Assault and Robbery.
Thomas was sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 13437. He
was released 17 November 1882 with remission. There is no further information.
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BEDDOES;
John (transported as BEDDOWS)
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
14 January 1843 aboard the Earl Grey (1) from Plymouth. On 30 March 1885
he was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 15715. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 58 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior
convictions and literate. He was released the following day after a fine was
paid.
A search of BDM records only show a Robert Beddoes
died Hobart; 24 June 1887 aged 65 years. There is no further information.
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BECKETT;
John
John was found guilty at LSC 11 February 1886 of
Wounding with intent to Kill and sentenced to Twenty Years. His
warrant number 16123. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 11 March when shown as 21
years-old, a tanner, Protestant and with no prior convictions. There is no
entry regarding literacy or a release date. The gate-book ceased at the end of
1890.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Campbell Town; 6 June 1864. There is no further information.
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BELL;
John
John was found guilty 26 March 1890 of Absent
from Apprenticeship and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
18238. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a shoemaker,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 24 April.
A search of BDM records show a John Edward Bell
married Emily Amelia Latham at Hobart; 13 July 1893. He is shown as an adult
and Emily, 23 years-old. There is no further information.
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BENNETT;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Haverton
(date unknown). On 23 August 1884 he was found guilty of Disturbing the
Peace and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15452. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 36 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. George was released 29 August. There is
no further information.
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BENNETT;
John
John was found guilty 4 November 1890 of Larceny
and remanded. His warrant number 18585. He arrived at CSG the same
day when shown as a labourer. No other details were recorded apart from John
being released to the police 11 November. There is no further information.
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BENNETT;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Harewood 1
January 1832. The port of departure is not shown. A search of convict shipping
records show only one convict arrived aboard the vessel, that being William
Berkman. On 23 July 1878 William Bennett was found guilty of being Drunk
and sentenced to Seven Days. There are no further details as part of the
page was missing.
However, William was found guilty 10 October 1883
of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to another Seven Days.
His warrant number 14964. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
literate. William was released 16 October. There is no further information.
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BENTICK;
George
George was found guilty at HSC 10 December 1889 of
Uttering and sentenced to Four Months. His warrant number 18013.
He had arrived at CSG 8 November when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. George was released 8 March
1890. There is no further information.
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BENTLEY;
Moses
Convict shipping records show Moses arrived in VDL
9 December 1852 aboard the Lady Montagu from Plymouth. On 13 October
1875 he was found guilty of Embezzling and sentenced to Twelve Months.
His warrant number 11196. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a miner, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and literate. Moses was discharged to the Cascades Depot 30 March
1876. There is no further information.
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BERE;
Walter
Gate-book records show Walter arrived in Tasmania aboard the Pateena
(date unknown). On 14 March 1889 he was charged with Larceny and
remanded in custody. His warrant number 17622. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 25 years-old, a clerk, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. Walter was released to bail the same day. There is no
further information.
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BERRY;
James
James was found guilty 7 November 1883 of
Feloniously Receiving and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant
number 15024. He arrived at CSG 17 November when shown as 24 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. James was
released 18 May 1886 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Oatlands; 29 June 1859. There is no further information.
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BERRY;
Joseph
Joseph, possibly a brother of James, was found
guilty 7 November 1883 of Feloniously Receiving and also sentenced to
Three Years. His warrant number 15023. He arrived at CSG 17 November when
shown as 23 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and
illiterate. Joseph was also released 18 May 1886 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Oatlands; 29 June 1859. There is no further information.
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BERRY;
Robert aka MULLINS
Robert was found guilty at HSC 26 July 1881 of
Assault with intent to Rape and sentenced to Three Years. His
warrant number 13959. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 20
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate.
Robert was released 25 October 1883 with remission.
Robert was before the court again 19 September 1890
when found guilty of Breaching the Master Servant Act and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18521. He arrived at CSG
the same day when now shown as 29 years-old. Robert was released 26 September.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Bothwell; 29 April 1860. There is no further information.
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BERWICK;
Cosmo
Cosmo was found guilty 18 April 1887 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
16732. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a printer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Cosmo was released the same
day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 29 June 1853. The search also revealed a marriage to
Charlotte Cousins at Hobart; 1 May 1875. He is shown as 22 years-old and
Charlotte, 21 years-old. There is no further information.
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BERWICK;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Harewood in January 1832 (possibly from NSW). A search of convict shipping
records found no-one of that name aboard the vessel. However, it did show a
William Berkman. On 26 October 1880 William Berwick was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 13626. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with one (?) prior conviction and literate. William was released 8 November.
There is no further information.
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BEVIS;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 29 November 1886 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
16520. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released the same
day after a fine was paid.
On 6 May 1889, Henry was found guilty of being
Idle etc. and sentenced to 24 Hours. His warrant number 17727. He
was released 7 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Glamorgan; 10 January 1861. The search also revealed a marriage to Jane
White at Hobart; 13 September 1883. He is shown as an adult and Jane, 26
years-old. A death is also recorded for a Henry Bevis at Hobart; 30 May 1891
aged 32 years. There is no further information.
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BILLINGHURST; Charles
Charles was found guilty 2 July 1883 of Wife
Beating and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14880. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 32 years-old, a mason, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 4 August.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Mary Ann Jones at Hobart; 2 June 1879. He is shown as 27 years-old and
Mary, 22 years-old. A death is recorded for a Charles Billinghurst at Hobart;
24 April 1899 aged 50 years. There is no further information.
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BILLINGTON; William
Convict shipping records show William arrived in
VDL 14 July 1848 aboard the Bangalore from Bermuda. On 13 February 1872
he was found guilty in HSC of Housebreaking and sentenced to Eight
Years at Port Arthur. His warrant number 11692. He arrived at CSG
from Port Arthur 19 December 1876 when shown as
65 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
literate. William was released 6 March 1878 with remission.
On 23 June 1880 William was found guilty of being
Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
13473. He was released 23 June.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 30 May 1888 aged 75 years. There is no further information.
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BIRD;
Edwin
Gate-book records show Edwin arrived in Tasmania aboard the Nurjahan
(date unknown). On 21 January 1885 he was found guilty of using Obscene
Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 15627. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Edwin was released the same day after a
fine was paid. There is no further information.
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BISTER;
Isaac
Gate-book records show Isaac arrived in Tasmania aboard the Chatham
(date unknown). On 12 April 1879 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 12842. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 40 years-old, a gardener, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. Isaac was released the same day after a fine was paid.
There is no further information.
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BLACKMORE; Arthur
Arthur was found guilty at HSC 1 December 1874 of
Receiving and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number 10822.
He arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 27 years-old, a baker,
Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. Arthur was released 1
December 1876 with no remission.
Arthur was again in trouble when found guilty at
HSC 28 September 1880 of Feloniously Receiving and sentenced to Three
Years. His warrant number 13586. Arthur (strangely) is shown as being
released 8 November 1880 having only served some five weeks.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 29 June 1846. A person of this name also married Florence
Robertson at Hobart; 30 November 1887. He is shown as 38 years-old and
Florence, 17 years-old. There is no further information.
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BLANCHARD; George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Lanorna
(date unknown). On 15 March 1887 he was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 16683. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 32 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and could only read. George was released 28 March. There is no
further information.
BLISS;
George Grady
George was found guilty 15 September 1881 of being
Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 14009. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 34 years-old, a
shingler, Protestant, with one prior conviction and could only read. George was
released 14 March 1882. There is no further information.
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BLORE;
Emanuel
Convict shipping records show Emanuel arrived in
VDL 15 October 1843 aboard the Lord Petre from London. On 18 October 1876
he was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.
His warrant number 11624. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a barber, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions, literate and holding a TOL. Emanuel was apparently released the
same day but on 31 October was detained under the Life Sentence Act on the
orders of the Attorney General.
On 19 December 1878 Emanuel was found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant
number 12675. He arrived at CSG the same day and now shown as 58 years-old.
Emanuel was released 22 March 1879.
He appeared in court on two further occasions both
in 1879 when found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and Stealing Boots.
Emanuel received a one month sentence on the first offence and three months on
the second.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 18 July 1892 aged 74 years. There is no further information.
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BOCKER;
Adam (BOOKER) (transported as BOWKER)
Convict shipping records show Adam arrived in VDL
24 July 1850 aboard the Blenheim (3) from Plymouth. On 20 January 1880 he
was found guilty of Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to 14 Days.
His warrant number 13267. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and illiterate. Adam was released 2 February.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 13 October 1881 aged 78 years. There is no further information.
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BOLAND;
Michael
Michael was found guilty 3 September 1889 of
Damaging Property and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
17892. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 38 years-old, a Protestant,
with one prior conviction and literate. No occupation is listed. Michael was
released 2 November.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Hannah Gazeley at Hobart; 19 November 1890. Both are shown as adults.
There is no further information.
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BOLTON;
George
George was found guilty 26 May 1880 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
13444. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. George was released the
following day after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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BONAS;
Henry
Convict shipping records show Henry arrived in VDL
9 August 1850 aboard the Maria Somes (2) from Portsmouth. On 29 August
1876 he was found guilty of being Absent from his Vessel and sentenced to
Four Weeks. His warrant number 11566. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 40 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with
three or more prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 25 September.
It appears Henry kept out of trouble until 3
December 1887 when found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced
to 14 Days. His warrant number 17007. He was released 17 December.
His final appearance in the gate-book was on 24
April 1889 where he was found guilty of being Drunk and received a
Seven Day sentence. His warrant number 17704. Henry is now shown as 60
years-old and an invalid. He was released 30 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 5 April 1913 aged 90 years. There is no further information.
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BOOR;
George
Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL
22 December 1836 aboard the Eden (1) from Plymouth. On 20 September 1882
he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 14498. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 66 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and literate. George was released 26 September.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 5 October 1891 aged 74 years. There is no further information.
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BOOTH;
George
Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL
6 August 1840 aboard the Asia (5) from London. On 15 June 1880 he was
found guilty of Assaulting Police and sentenced to 14 Days. His
warrant number 13459. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 55 years-old, a brick-maker, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and literate. George was released 28 June.
On 3 January 1884 George was found guilty of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to another 14 Days. His warrant
number 15098. He was released 16 January.
George appeared before the court on two further
occasions, once for disturbing the peace and secondly for indecent behaviour.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 21 May 1894 aged 73 years. There is no further information.
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BORE;
John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
20 August 1843 aboard the Gilmore (3) from London. On 22 August 1887 he
was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 16882. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. John was released 27 August. There is no further
information.
BOSSWARD;
G.
This person was found guilty 30 June 1882 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Six Months/Default Bail. His
warrant number 14412. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. He
was released the following day on bail.
A search of BDM records show a George Thomas
Bossward married Harriet Wellman at Hobart; 29 December 1857. He is shown as 24
years-old and Harriet, 17 years-old. There is no further information.
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BOSWOOD;
John aka BOSWELL
John was found guilty at HSC 30 June 1882 of
Robbery Under Arms with Violence and sentenced to 15 Years. His
warrant number 13973. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 34
years-old, a labourer, Protestant and with no prior convictions. There is no
entry regarding literacy or a release date as the book ceased at the end of
1890.
A search of BDM records show a John Grosvenor
Boswood born Oatlands; 31 May 1846. There is no further information.
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BOWAN;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ethel (date
unknown). On 21 November 1882 he was found guilty of Stealing Rope and
sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 14581. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 32 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. William was released 20 February 1883. There is no
further information.
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BOWRING;
Thomas
Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in
Australia aboard the Agincourt. However, he is shown arriving in VDL
December 1846 from Norfolk Island aboard the Lady Franklin. On 18
February 1882 he was found guilty of Non-maintenance and sentenced to
One Month. His warrant number 14217. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 61 years-old, a painter, Protestant,
with one (?) prior conviction and literate. Thomas was released 17 March.
On 11 April 1882 he was again found guilty of the
same offence and sentenced to another month. His warrant number 14315. Thomas
was released 10 May.
He appeared before the court in September of the
same year again charged with non-maintenance and received six weeks in gaol.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 7 May 1891 aged 70 years. There is no further information.
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BOXALL;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 14 October 1882 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
14522. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a printer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released two days
later after a fine was paid.
Unfortunately, Henry went on to record a further
six offences for drink-related offences between the years 1882 to 1889,
resulting in sentences of between seven days to a month. There is no further
information.
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BOYD;
Wallace
Convict shipping records show a William Boyd
arrived in VDL 3 April 1850 aboard the Eliza (3). Port of departure is
not shown. It is possible William changed his name to Wallace. On 17 April 1879
he was found guilty of Larceny as a Bailee and sentenced to Three
Months. His warrant number 12847. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 49 years-old, a shepherd, Protestant,
with one (?) prior conviction and literate. Wallace was released 16 July.
A search of BDM records show a Wallace Boyd married
Fanny Lowe at Sorell; 16 October 1871. He is shown as 39 years-old and Fanny,
17 years-old. There is no further information.
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BRADBURY; Tas
Convict shipping records show a James Bradbury
arrived in VDL 4 April 1844 aboard the Marion (1) from London. It is
possible James a changed his name. On 5 May 1877 Tas was found guilty of
Begging Alms and sentenced to One Week. His warrant number 921. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 74
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
illiterate. Tas was released 11 May.
A search of BDM records show a Tas Bradbury married
a Jane Cole at Hobart; 14 April 1863. Both are shown as adults. There is no
further information.
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BRADFORD; George
George was found guilty 13 November 1883 of being
Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 15017. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a
baker, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. George was released
the following day after a fine was paid.
Five days after his release George was found guilty
of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant
number 15000. He was released 1 December.
Two days later, George was found guilty of being
Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to another 14 Days. His warrant
number 15054. He was released 15 December.
A search of BDM records show a George Edward
Bradford born Hobart; 27 January 1860. There is no further information.
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BRADLEY;
George
Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL
2 May 1844 aboard the Equestrian (1) from London. On 6 October 1875 he
was found guilty of False Pretences to Defraud and sentenced to Twelve
Months. His warrant number 11193. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 56 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with
three or more prior convictions and illiterate. George was discharged to the
Cascades Depot, 16 August 1876.
On 10 January 1877 he was found guilty of
Begging and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 11733.
George was released 9 July.
On 9 October he was again found guilty of
Begging Alms and sentenced to another Six Months. His warrant number
12099. George was released 8 April 1878.
A search of BDM records show a number of marriage
possibilities. The death is also recorded of a George Bradley at Hobart; 26
September 1885 aged 65 years. There is no further information.
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BRADLEY;
Jeremiah
Gate-book records show Jeremiah arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mary (date
unknown). On 19 April 1880 he was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and
sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 13398. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 69 years-old, a shingler, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. Jeremiah was released 1 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 16 March 1887 aged 76 years. There is no further information.
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BRADLEY;
John
John was found guilty 4 May 1888 of Disturbing
the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 17178. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 17 May.
On 11 February 1889 he was found guilty 11 February
1889 of Indecent Behaviour, this was his second offence, for which
he was sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 17577. He was
released two days later after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Alice Brown at Hobart; 29 December 1899. He is shown as 29
years-old and Alice, 22 years-old. There is no further information.
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BRADLEY;
William
William was found guilty 23 June 1877 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
11972. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a tin-man,
Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. William was released the same
day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 30 June1855. There is no further information.
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BRADY;
Francis
Francis was found guilty 7 December 1886 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
16531. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Francis was released two days
later after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Southport; 17 May 1896 aged 32 years. There is no further information.
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BRADY;
Philip
Gate-book records show Philip arrived in VDL aboard the Hydrabad. A
search of convict shipping records failed to find a person of this name. On 2
April 1890 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 18251. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown
as 60 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and
illiterate. Philip was released 9 April. There is no further information.
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BRAND;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Governor Troop
(date unknown). On 12 April 1879 he was found guilty of Drunkenness
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 12843. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a butcher, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. George was released 18 April.
His second appearance before the courts was on 26
September 1881 when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 14019. George is now shown as 50
years-old. He was released 3 October 1881. There is no further information.
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BRANWHITE; Joseph (transported as BRANWAITHE)
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
10 July 1844 aboard the London (1) from Portsmouth. On 21 March 1883 he
was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to 14
Days. His warrant number 14770. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a barber, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and
illiterate. Joseph was released 3 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 25 July 1884 aged 68 years. There is no further information.
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BRERETON; Andrew
Andrew was found guilty at HSC 9 December 1884 of
Indecent Assault and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number
15566. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 20 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Andrew was released
22 March 1887 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Port Cygnet; 14 August 1884. There is no further information.
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BRETHERTON; Joseph
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
6 December 1838 aboard the Augusta Jessie (2) from London. On 22 February
1882 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 14221. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 86 years-old, a gardener, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. Joseph was released 28 February.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
may have married Eliza Doolan at Brighton; 16 December 1852. Both are shown as
45 years-old. There is no further information.
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BRETNOR;
Elijah
Convict shipping records show Elijah arrived in VDL
19 February 1853 aboard the Oriental Queen from Plymouth. On 10 April
1880 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 13388. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
literate. Elijah was released 16 April 1880.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 18 November 1885 aged 70 years. There is no further information.
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BRIGHT;
Edward
Gate-book records show Edward arrived in Tasmania aboard the Elderslie
(date unknown). On 22 January 1887 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 16594. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 37 years-old, a turner, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Edward was released 28 January. There is
no further information.
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BRITTON;
Albert
Albert was found guilty 6 July 1887 of Larceny
and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 16825. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a tailor, Catholic, with no
prior convictions and literate. Albert was released 5 October. There is no
further information.
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BRITTON;
John (transported as BRITTAIN)
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
21 July 1842 aboard the Candahar from Spithead. On 26 November 1879 he
was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 13172. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a brick-maker, Protestant, with no (?) prior convictions
and literate. John was released 2 December. There is no further information.
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BROAD;
Benjamin
Benjamin was found guilty at HSC 13 December 1887
of Conspiracy to Defraud and sentenced to Twelve Months. His
warrant number 17032. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 26
years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.
Benjamin was released 12 November 1888 with remission. There is no further
information.
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BROADBEE;
Samuel (BROADBY)
Samuel was found guilty 7 August 1880 of Larceny
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 13526. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant, with no
prior convictions and literate. Samuel was released 13 August.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 8 December 1864. There is no further information.
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BROOKE;
Bertie
Gate-book records show Bertie arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tasman (date
unknown). On 19 October 1880 he was found guilty of Non-maintenance and
sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 13614. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 18 years-old, a dentist?, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. Bertie was released the following day after a fine was
paid. There is no further information.
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BROOKS;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 3 February 1885 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
15655. He arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 36 years-old, a cab
driver, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. Henry was released
4 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Margaret Doyle at Hobart; 18 February 1873. He is shown as 24 years-old
and Margaret, 23 years-old. A death is also recorded for a Henry Brooks at
Hobart; 30 January 1888 aged 38 years. There is no further information.
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BROUGHTON; Daniel
Gate-book records show Daniel arrived in VDL aboard the Marquis of Hastings.
A search of convict shipping records failed to find a person of this name. On
15 November 1877 he was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and sentenced
to One Month. His warrant number 12138. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 60 years-old, a gardener, Protestant, with one (?) prior
conviction and literate. Daniel was released 25 November after a fine was paid.
There is no further information.
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BROWN;
Alexander
Alexander was found guilty 9 August 1879 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 13016. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a
seaman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Alexander was
released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 18 October 1854. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
George
George was found guilty 29 May 1877 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number
11954. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a seaman,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. George was released 16
November.
A search of BDM records show a George Thomas Brown
born Hobart; 26 May 1857. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
George aka BENNETT
Gate-book records show George arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Berwick. A
search of convict shipping records failed to find a person of either name. On
28 March 1871 he was found guilty at LSC of Carnal Knowledge and
sentenced to Life (a commutation). His warrant number 861. He arrived at
CSG from Port Arthur, 17 April 1877 when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and could only read. George was
released 23 March 1881. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 18 May 1882 of Larceny
and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 14369. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a butcher, Protestant and with
no prior convictions. No entry was made regarding literacy. Henry was released
17 August.
Just over twelve months later, Henry was found
guilty at HSC of Forgery and Uttering. On this occasion Henry received a
Two Year sentence. His warrant number 14901. He was released 23 May
1885 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Esperance; 26 January 1867. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
Henry
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Derwent
(date unknown). On 19 March 1878 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 12308. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 33 years-old, a cook, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. Henry was released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a number of marriage
possibilities. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
Henry (transported as BOARDMORE)
Convict shipping records show Henry arrived in VDL
11 June 1851 aboard the Cornwall from Portsmouth. On 18 February 1873 he
was found guilty at HSC of Housebreaking and Larceny and sentenced to
Eight Years. His warrant number 868. He arrived at CSG from Port Arthur,
17 April 1877 when shown as 40 years-old, a
seaman, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read.
Henry was released 27 February 1879.
A search of BDM records show a number of marriage
possibilities. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
John
Convict shipping records show that three men of
this name arrived in VDL 18 November 1831 aboard the Lord Lyndoch (1)
from Sheerness. On 2 October 1862, John was found guilty at HSC of Assault
and Robbery and sentenced to A Life of Penal Servitude. His warrant
number 11699. He arrived at CSG from Port Arthur, 19 December 1877 when shown as 60 years-old, a barber, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions, literate and holding a TOL. John was released 10 December 1877.
A search of BDM records shows a number of both
marriage and death possibilities. There is no further information.
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BROWN;
Richard
Gate-book records show Richard arrived in Tasmania aboard the Fairy (date
unknown). On 21 July 1886 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and
Willful Damage and sentenced to 28 Days. His warrant numbers
16343-44. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 29 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Richard was released the
same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Belinda Alexander at Emu Bay (Burnie); 20 December 1876. He is
shown as 21 years-old and Margaret, 18 years-old. There is no further
information.
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BRUCE;
Hume (transported as HEWITT; John)
Convict shipping records show Hume/John arrived in
VDL 26 August 1843 aboard the Constant from Ireland. On 24 April 1879 he
was found guilty of Obtaining goods by Forgery and sentenced to Six
Months. His warrant number 12853. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 66 years-old, a sawyer, Protestant, with
three or more prior convictions and literate. He was released 23 October.
A search of BDM records shows a John Hewitt married
Emily Winch at George Town; 30 October 1883. Both are shown as adults. There is
no further information.
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BRUCE;
Robert
Gate-book records show Robert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Windward
(date unknown). On 7 February 1876 he was found guilty of Disturbing the
Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 11338. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Robert was released 19 February. There
is no further information.
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BRUCE;
Robert
Gate-book records show Robert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tarawa (date
unknown). On 10 September 1889 he was found guilty of being Drunk etc.
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 17898. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 59 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with one
prior conviction and literate. Robert was released 16 September. There is no
further information.
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BRUNT;
Joseph
Joseph was found guilty at HSC 20 February 1877 of
Larceny and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 793. He
arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 25 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read. Joseph was
released 22 July 1879 with remission. There is no further information.
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BRYANT;
James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL
15 October 1843 aboard the Lord Petre from London. On 11 March 1882 he
was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 14267. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76 years-old, a painter, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and literate. James was released 17 March.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 22 January 1888 aged 80 years. There is no further information.
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BRYANT;
Joshua
Joshua was found guilty at LSC 3 April 1884 of
Forgery and Uttering and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number
15292. He arrived at CSG 16 April when shown as 30 years-old, a clerk,
Protestant and with no prior convictions and literate. Joshua was discharged to
Launceston 20 April 1886. There is no further information.
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BUCHANAN; Robert (transported as BUCHANNON)
Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL 3 August 1842 aboard the
Isabella Watson from Dublin. On 8 March 1882 he was found guilty of
being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 14255.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and could only read. Robert was
released 14 March.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 1 January 1899 aged 80 years. There is no further information.
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BURDEN;
Joseph
Gate-book records show Joseph arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ringarooma
(date unknown). On 7 June 1882 he was found guilty of Cruelly Ill-treating a
Horse and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 14387. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Joseph was released 13 June. There is no
further information.
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BURGESS;
John
John was found guilty 20 April 1882 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Three Months/Default Bail. His
warrant number 14334. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John
was released 19 July.
On 24 March 1886 John was found guilty of being
Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
16157. He was released 23 June.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Harriet McDonald at Hobart; 5 September 1881. He is shown as 26
years-old and Harriet, 19 years-old. There is no further information.
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BURGESS;
Robert
Gate-book records show Robert arrived in Tasmania aboard HMS Nelson (date
unknown). On 23 February 1884 he was found guilty of Desertion and
sentenced to One Year. His warrant number 15199. He arrived at CSG two
days later when shown as 24 years-old, a bandsman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. Robert was escorted to the ship 7 March. There is no
further information.
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BURGESS;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty 19 December 1879 of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
13214. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a
brass-molder/seaman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas
was released 26 December after a fine was paid.
On 23 June 1880 John was found guilty of being
Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 13472. He was
released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 19 January 1857. There is no further information.
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BURGOYNE; Charles
Convict shipping records show Charles arrived in
VDL 26 May 1853 aboard the last convict ship St. Vincent from London. On
17 February 1879 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 12756. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 52 years-old, a shoemaker, Catholic,
with three or more prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 22
February.
On 25 May of the same year, Charles was again found
guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to another Seven Days. His
warrant number 12912. He was released 29 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Launceston; 20 January 1890 aged 69 years. There is no further
information.
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BURKE;
Edward
Edward was found guilty 3 December 1878 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number
12641. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Edward was released 2 June
1879.
On 23 July 1880 Edward was again found guilty of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
13508. He was released 22 October 1880.
A search of BDM records shows the birth of two
persons of this name one born Hobart; 3 April 1860 and the other at Oatlands; 12
June 1860. There is no further information.
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BURKE;
Geoffrey or Jeffrey
Convict shipping records show a Thomas Burke
arrived in VDL 3
August 1842 aboard the Isabella Watson from Dublin. It is possible
Thomas may have changed his name as there is no record of a Geoffrey/Jeffrey
Burke. On 4 August 1879 Geoffrey/Jeffrey was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 13011. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. He was released 9 August.
On 8 April 1880 he was found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
13384. He was released 21 April.
Jeffrey Burke had previously been convicted of
three further offences using this name. Two occurred in 1878, one for
drunkenness, the other for stealing a jacket and jumper. He received seven days
on the first offence and three months on the second. In 1882 he served seven
days for being drunk and disorderly.
A search of BDM records show a Geoffrey Burke died
Hobart; 10 January 1883 aged 67 years. There is no further information.
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BURKE;
Joseph
Joseph was found guilty at LSC 5 February 1884 of Perjury and sentenced to One Year. His warrant number 15182. He
arrived at CSG 13 February when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Joseph was released 4 February 1885
without remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Mary Short at Port Sorell; 27 April 1887. He is shown as 22 years-old
and Mary, 21 years-old. There is no further information.
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BURKE;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the West Australian
(date unknown). On 19 November 1883 he was found guilty of being Drunk
and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 15001.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a seaman, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was released 1 December. There is
no further information.
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BURKE;
Richard
Convict shipping records show Richard arrived in
VDL 19 February 1853 aboard the Oriental Queen from Plymouth. On 24 May
1879 he was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to
One Month. His warrant number 12913. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 44 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with
three or more prior convictions and literate. Richard was released 23 June.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Launceston; 29 June 1882 aged 54 years. There is no further information.
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BURNS;
Edmund
Edmund was found guilty 17 April 1882 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
14323. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a seaman,
Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Edmund was
released 15 July. There is no further information.
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BURNS;
John aka JENNINGS; James
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Free Trader
(date unknown). On 27 April 1876 he was found guilty ay LSC of Causing
Grievous Bodily Harm and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number
11488. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 3 June when shown as 27 years-old, a
seaman, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 3
January 1878 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a John Patrick Burns
married Ellen Coady at Hobart; 10 April 1882. He is shown as 32 years-old and
Ellen, 22 years-old. There is no further information.
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BURNS;
John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL 2
January 1849 aboard the Pestongee Bomangee (3) from Dublin. On 28 April
1882 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14
Days. His warrant number 14344. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 41 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
literate. John was released the same day after a fine was paid.
On 26 December of the same year, John was again
found guilty of the same offence and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 14630. Once again he was released the same day after a fine was
paid. There is no further information.
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BURNS;
John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL 6
December 1880 aboard the Tory (1) from Dublin. On 6 December 1880 he was
found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 13684. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 57 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
literate. John was released 11 December.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Eliza Hennessy at Hobart Town; 27 August 1855. He is shown as
27 years-old and Eliza, 29 years-old. There is no further information.
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BURNS;
Joseph
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
2 February 1849 aboard the Blenheim (2) from Dublin. On 12 October 1881
he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
No warrant number is shown. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 51 years-old, a soap-maker, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and literate. Joseph was released 18 October. There is no further information.
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BURR;
Charles
Charles was found guilty at LSC 13 June 1889 of
Rape and sentenced to Five Years and Two Whippings. His warrant
number 18070. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 18 December when shown as 17
years-old, a shoe-maker, Protestant, 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 shows a Charles John Wesley
Burr born at Campbell Town; 24 November 1872 and a Charles William Burr born
Longford; 25 October 1871. The records also show Charles John Wesley Burr
married Elizabeth Wallace at Mersey (Devonport); 25 November 1897. He is shown
as 25 years-old and Elizabeth, 20 years-old. Charles William Burr married
Etheline M. Parish at Beaconsfield; 16 February 1897. He is shown as 25
years-old and Etheline, 20 years-old. There is no further information.
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BURTON;
Phillip
Convict shipping records show Phillip arrived in
Australia 25 August 1845 aboard the David Malcolm from the Downs. He
arrived in VDL aboard the Tory in May 1847. On 1 September 1873 he was
found guilty at LSC of Feloniously Receiving and sentenced to Eight
Years. His warrant number 12057. He arrived at CSG from Port Arthur 17
September 1877 when shown as 51 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions, could only read and
holding a CP. Phillip was eventually released 5 February 1879 with remission.
There is no further information.
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BUSH;
John
John was found guilty 13 January 1876 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
11304. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. John was released
19 January.
John had quite an extensive criminal record between
1876 and 1886. He is shown committing a further 35 offences during this period,
mostly for drunkenness but including larceny and beating his mother. His
sentences varied between seven days and three months.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
christened Hobart Town; 14 January 1818. A marriage to an Ann Warren is
recorded for a person of this name at Launceston; 22 November 1847. He is shown
as 23 years-old and Ann, 18 years-old. There is no further information.
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BUTLER;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana
(date unknown). On 4 July 1883 he was found guilty of Stealing a pair of
Boots and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14884. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a clerk, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. George was released 13 July on the
orders of the Attorney General. There is no further information.
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BYFIELD;
James
James was found guilty 14 May 1878 of Disturbing
the Peace but there is no further information as a page is missing from the
gate-book.
A search of BDM records also failed to locate any
information on a person of this name.
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CAIN;
Thomas
Convict shipping records failed to show a Thomas
Cain. However, the search revealed a Michael Cain arrived in VDL 3 August 1842
aboard the Isabella Watson from Dublin. It is possible Michael changed
his name to Thomas. On 16 February 1885 Thomas was found guilty of being Idle
and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
15665. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown
as 74 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and
literate. Thomas was released 15 May. There is no further information.
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CALDER;
William (transported as CALDERWOOD)
Gate-book records show William arrived in VDL
aboard the Cornwall. However, a search of convict shipping records show
William arrived in VDL 10 July 1844 aboard the London (1) from the
Portsmouth. On 15 April 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15732.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 84
years-old, a wireworker, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and
literate. William was released 21 April. There is no further information.
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CALLAGHAN; Daniel
Daniel was found guilty 16 November 1887 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 16993. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Daniel was released
22 November.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Westbury; 10 June 1852. There is no further information.
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CAMERON;
Henry
Convict shipping records show Henry arrived in VDL
10 July 1844 aboard the London (1) from Portsmouth. On 24 December 1877
he was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14
Days. His warrant number 12194. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 55 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and literate. Henry was released 5 January 1878. There is no further
information.
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CAMERON;
Hugh
Convict shipping records show two people of this
name. One arrived in VDL 23 August 1850 aboard the Rodney (1) from
Portland. The other arrived 24 September 1851 aboard the Rodney (2) from
Queenstown, Ireland. Hugh was found guilty 28 October 1889 of being Drunk
and sentenced to 24 Hours. His warrant number 17988. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a
gardener, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and literate. Hugh was
released 29 October. There is no further information.
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CAMERON;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Pateena
(date unknown). On 22 August 1889 he was found guilty at LSC of Larceny
and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 17872. He didn’t
arrive at CSG until 28 August when shown as 22 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. There is no release date as
the gate-book ceased at the end of 1890. There is no further information.
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CAMPBELL; John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Waterlily
(date unknown). On 16 April 1883 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 14800.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 68 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 21 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
may have died Ringarooma; 24 January 1884 aged 71 years. There is no further
information.
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CAMPBELL; John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL 2
October 1837 aboard the Elphinstone (2) from London. On 12 September
1888 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 17331. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 74 years-old, a miner, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. John was released 18 September. There is no further
information.
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CANE;
Daniel
Gate-book records show Daniel arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flora (date
unknown). On 13 February 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15662. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, an engineer/fitter,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Daniel was released
19 February.
Daniel committed another five minor drink-related
offences between 1885 and 1890. There is no further information.
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CANE;
James
James was found guilty 29 August 1888 of
Unlawfully Beating (2 charges) and sentenced to Two Months. His
warrant number 17309. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24
years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. James
was released 27 October. There is no further information.
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CANNELL;
Charles
Charles was found guilty at HSC 18 May 1880 of
Uttering and sentenced to One Year. His warrant number is not
shown. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a blacksmith,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 18 March
1881 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 20 July 1852. There is no further information.
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CANTWELL; Henry
Henry was found guilty 27 August 1884 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
15454. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 25
October.
A search of BDM records show a Henry John Cantwell
born Launceston; 9 April 1858. The search also revealed a Henry Cantwell
married Cassey Williams at Hobart; 5 July 1883. He is shown as 25 years-old and
Cassey, 26 years-old. There is no further information.
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CANTWELL; Samuel
Samuel, possibly a relation of Henry, was found
guilty 31 January 1883 of Wife Beating and sentenced to Two
Months/Default Bail. His warrant number 14690. He arrived at CSG the same
day when shown as 52 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. Samuel was released to bail the same day.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
christened Launceston; 5 September 1830. The search also revealed a marriage to
Sarah Ann Schroder at Hobart; 25 December 1875. He is shown as 45 years-old and
Sarah, 32 years-old. There is no further information.
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CAREW;
Stephen
Stephen was found guilty 26 March 1888 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17128. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 33 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with one prior conviction and illiterate. Stephen was released 25
April. There is no further information.
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CAREY;
George
George was found guilty at LSC 4 November 1886 of
Assault and Robbery and sentenced to Seven Years. His warrant
number 16495. He arrived at CSG six days later when shown as 20 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic and with three or more prior convictions. No entry appears
regarding literacy. There is no release date as the gate-book ceased at the end
of 1890.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Launceston; 11 August 1866. The search also revealed a George Samuel Carey
born Launceston; 26 June 1866. There is no further information.
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CARKER;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard
the Theresa. However, a search of convict shipping records show Thomas
arrived 20 December 1851 aboard the Rodney (2) from Queenstown, Ireland.
On 25 September 1883 he was found guilty of Maliciously Damaging Property
and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14950. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 58 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.
Thomas was released 24 October. There is no further information.
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CARLISLE; James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Westmeath
(date unknown). On 24 June 1884 he was found guilty of Damaging Property
and sentenced to Four Weeks. His warrant number 15374. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a plumber, Catholic, with no prior
convictions and literate. James was released the same day after a fine was paid.
There is no further information.
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CARMODY;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty at HSC 9 December 1879 of
Unlawfully Conspiring to Defraud and sentenced to Six Months. His
warrant number 13193. He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 44
years-old, a farmer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Thomas
was released 8 May 1880. There is no further information.
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CARPENTER; Henry
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Cambridgeshire
(date unknown). On 13 February 1884 he was found guilty at LSC of
Receiving and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 15189. He
arrived at CSG a week later when shown as 27 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Henry was released 9 August. There is
no further information.
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CARPENTER; Thomas aka KIRKHAM
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard
the Theresa. However, a search of convict shipping records show two
persons of this name arrived in 1843. One aboard the Emerald Isle, 12
October from Sheerness, the other aboard the Henrietta, 19 November (port
of departure not shown). On 4 January 1878 he was found guilty of Stealing a
Cross-cut Saw and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 12205.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 59
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
illiterate. Thomas was released 3 July.
It is noted that the saw was stolen from a Henry
Smith.
A search of BDM records regarding Thomas Carpenter
failed to provide any information. However, they did show one of three persons
with the name Thomas Kirkham married Ellen Campbell at Hobart; 16 September
1844. He is shown as 29 years-old and Ellen, 17 years-old. There is no further
information.
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CARR;
Martin
Gate-book records show Martin arrived in Tasmania aboard the SS
Southern Cross (date unknown). On 9 September 1886 he was found guilty of
Cruelty to Animals and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
16414. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Martin was released the
following day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Margaret Gilligan at Hobart Town; 3 May 1852. He is shown as 22
years-old and Margaret, 21 years-old. The search also revealed a death of a
Martin Carr at Hobart; 29 July 1889 aged 57 years. There is no further
information.
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CARR;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty 1 March 1889 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17602. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a seaman,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was released the same
day after a fine was paid.
On 10 August Thomas was in trouble again when found
guilty of being Unlawfully on Premises and remanded. It appears
he was discharged to the police 14 August. There is no further information.
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CARRIER;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 31 January 1879 of
Stealing Apples and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
12721. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a juvenile, Catholic, with
no prior convictions and illiterate. Although his age is not shown it appears he
was approximately 10 years-old. It also appears I missed him when I was
compiling Young Offenders. Henry was released 6 February.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 5 October 1869. The search also revealed a marriage to Mabel Rose
Woollands at Zeehan; 27 November 1895. He is shown as 23 years-old and Mabel,
19 years-old. There is no further information.
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CARRISE;
Edward (CARRIER?)
Edward was found guilty 1 June 1880 of Larceny
and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 13449. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 24 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with one
prior conviction and literate. Edward was released 31 July.
A search of BDM records failed to locate an Edward
Carrise but did locate the birth of an Edward Carrier at Hobart; 30 April 1856.
There is no further information.
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CARROLL;
Joseph
Joseph was found guilty 14 May 1878 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
12395. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a seaman,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Joseph was released two days
later after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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CARROLL;
Michael
Michael was found guilty 22 May 1878 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
12414. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a tinsmith,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Michael was released 1 June
after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born at Hobart; 8 March 1859. It is possible Michael and Joseph were related
although I couldn’t find a birth record for Joseph. There is no further
information.
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CARROLL;
Michael
Gate-book records show Michael arrived in Tasmania aboard the Falcon (date
unknown). On 1 July 1882 he was found guilty of Insulting passersby and
sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 14415. He arrived at CSG the
same day when shown as 32 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with one prior
conviction and literate. Michael was released 14 July.
On 5 March 1883 Michael was found guilty of being
Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 14747. He was released 10 March.
His third and last appearance in the gate-book took
place two days after his release when found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to another Seven Days. His warrant number
14652. Michael was released 17 March. There is no further information.
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CARROLL;
Thomas
Thomas was found guilty 16 October 1889 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
17962. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and could only read. Thomas was released 29
October. There is no further information.
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CARTER;
James
James was found guilty at LSC 28 July 1884 of
Larceny from the Person and sentenced to Nine Months. His warrant
number 15435. He arrived at CSG 6 August when shown as 23 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. James was
discharged to Launceston under escort 10 March 1885.
On 27 August 1889 James was in trouble again when
found guilty again at Launceston of Larceny and sentenced to Twelve
Months. At some stage he also received 24 Hours Solitary
possibly for a prison offence. 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
born Launceston; 6 April 1862. The search also revealed a marriage to Ann
Goodyer at Launceston; 21 November 1886. He is shown as 29 years-old and Ann, 23
years-old. There is no further information.
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CARTER;
John
John was found guilty 14 November 1879 of
Breaching the Merchant Seaman Act and sentenced to 14 Days. His
warrant number 13145. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 24
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate.
John was released 27 November.
A search of BDM records show a John William Carter
married Ellen Marion Madden at Longford; 22 June 1889. He is shown as 32
years-old and Ellen, 27 years-old. There is no further information.
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CARTON;
Peter
Gate-book records show Peter arrived in Tasmania aboard the Kangaroo
(date unknown). On 30 January 1880 he was found guilty of Disturbing the
Peace and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 13290 . He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with
no prior convictions and illiterate. Peter was released the following day after
a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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CARTWRIGHT; John
John was found guilty 22 February 1882 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
14222. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 21 March.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 16 July 1852. There is no further information.
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CARTWRIGHT; William
William, possibly related to John, was found guilty
at HSC 7 February 1888 of Uttering a Forged Cheque and sentenced to
Two Years. His warrant number 17087. He arrived at CSG the following day
when shown as 58 years-old, a builder, Protestant, with no prior convictions and
literate .William was released 8 August 1889 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a William Henry
Cartwright born Hobart Town; 16 September 1828. The records also show William
Henry married Louisa Helen Wilmoor at Longford; 28 September 1854. He is shown
as 26 years-old and Louisa, 24 years-old. There is no further information.
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CARVER;
James
James was found guilty 4 August 1888 of Larceny
and presumably remanded as there is no entry. His warrant number
17267. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 44 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. James was released to bail 9
August. His name does not appear again.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
christened Hobart Town; 7 May 1841. The search also revealed the death of a
James Carver at Hobart; 30 January 1891 aged 46 years. There is no further
information.
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CARVER;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Lady Franklin
(date unknown). On 10 November 1884 he was found guilty of being Idle and
Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 15524.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. John was released
9 February 1885. There is no further information.
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CASSIDY;
Francis
Convict shipping records show Francis arrived in
VDL 31 October 1851 aboard the Blenheim (4) from Cork, Ireland. On 15
May 1877 he was found guilty at HSC of Unlawful and Indecent Assault and
sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 929. He arrived at CSG two
days later when shown as 41 years-old, a cook,
Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Francis was
released 15 August 1879 with remission. There is no further information.
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CATTERMOLE; Alexander
Gate-book records show Alexander arrived in Tasmania aboard the Bells (date
unknown). On 18 March 1878 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 12304. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 33 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. Alexander was released the same day after a fine was
paid. There is no further information.
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CAWLEY;
Martin
Convict shipping records show Martin arrived in VDL
29 January 1853 aboard the Lord Auckland from Ireland. On 28 April 1884
he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 15310. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. Martin was released 3 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 27 February 1890 aged 76 years. There is no further information.
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CAWTHRAY;
Joseph
Joseph was found guilty 29 July 1882 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to One Month plus Six
Months/Default Bail. His warrant number 14445. He arrived at CSG the same
day when shown as 27 years-old, a farmer, Protestant, with no prior convictions
and literate. Joseph was released to bail 1 August.
Nearly seven years later on 4 June 1889 he was
found guilty of Breaching the Police Act and sentenced to One
Month. His warrant number 17766. Joseph was released the following day
after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 16 February 1855. The search also revealed a marriage to Mary
Farrell at Hobart; 30 June 1879. Both are shown as adults. There is no further
information.
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CHADWICK; James
James was found guilty 11 July 1877 of
Disobeying his Master and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 11984. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18
years-old, a hairdresser, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate.
James was released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 13 October 1858. There is no further information.
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CHAMBERLAIN; Albert
Gate-book records show Albert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Pateena
(date unknown). On 21 August 1884 he was found guilty at Launceston of Common
Assault and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 15457. He
arrived at CSG six days later when shown as 29 years-old, a pastry-cook,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and could only read. Albert was released
20 February 1885. There is no further information.
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CHAMBERS; Alexander
Alexander was found guilty 30 April 1889 of
Stone Throwing and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 17714. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions. No entry appears regarding
literacy. Alexander was released 6 May. There is no further information.
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CHAMBERS; William
Gate-book records show William arrived in VDL
aboard the Lady Franklin. However, a search of convict shipping records
show a William Chambers arrived 13 February 1835 aboard the Lady Kennaway (1)
from Cork, Ireland. Possibly William was confused? On 2 August 1880 he was
found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 13520. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
illiterate. William was released 7 August at 5.00pm.
He was in trouble again later in the month 20
August, when found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.
His warrant number 13542. William was released 20 November.
A search of BDM records show a William Manley
Chambers married Ludlow Tedder at Launceston; 29 July 1844. He is shown as 34
years-old and Ludlow, 40 years-old. There is no further information.
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CHANDLER; John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
15 October 1843 aboard the Lord Petre from London. On 9 March 1889 he
was found guilty of Non-maintenance and remanded. His warrant
number 17611. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, a labourer, Protestant and with three or more prior
convictions. There is no entry regarding literacy. John was discharged to the
Police Court the same day. Possibly a fine was paid as John does not appear in
the gate-book again.
There is no further information.
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CHANDLER; Robert
Robert was found guilty 15 March 1878 of
Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to One Month. His warrant
number 12300. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Robert was
released 13 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 6 September 1852. There is no further information. |
CHAPLIN;
Charles R. M.
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders
(date unknown). On 4 December 1885 he was found guilty of Obtaining by False
Pretences and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 15984.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a clerk, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 3 March 1886.
There is no further information.
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CHAPMAN;
John
It appears John went to trial at HSC charged with
Rape 25 October 1888 and was acquitted. His warrant number 17397. He had
arrived at CSG 15 October when shown as 32 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with one prior conviction and illiterate. John was released 26 October.
A search of BDM records show a John Hiddlestone
Chapman born Hobart; 17 October 1856. The records also show a John Chapman
married Rebecca Booth at Hobart; 12 September 1877. He is shown as 23 years-old
and Rebecca, 20 years-old. There is no further information. |
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CHAPMAN;
Joseph
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
20 March 1852 aboard the Aboukir from London. On 15 March 1876 he was
found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 11378. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 58 years-old, a bricklayer, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and literate. Joseph was released 21 March.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 17 May 1881 aged 67 years. There is no further information. |
CHARLES;
Peter
Peter was found guilty 4 August 1882 of Damaging
Property and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 14451.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Peter was released 17
August.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 13 December 1861. There is no further information. |
CHARLTON; William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Conway (date
unknown). On 3 March 1882 he was found guilty of Non-maintenance and
sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 14248. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 29 years-old, an iron-molder, Catholic, with one
prior conviction and literate. William was released on bail the following day.
On 14 June 1884 William was again found guilty of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
15362. He was released 13 August. There is no further information.
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CHIPPS;
Henry aka CRIPPS
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in VDL aboard
the Lord Petre. However, a search of convict shipping records failed to
locate a person of either name aboard the vessel. The search did reveal a Henry
Chipps arrived in Tasmania 1 January 1856. It appears he was formerly a soldier
of the 12th Regiment. On 15 October 1877 he was found guilty of
Wilfully Breaking a shop Window and sentenced to Two Months. His
warrant number 12103. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate. Henry was released 14 December.
It was noted the shop owner was a Charles Abbott.
Henry was in trouble again 18 September 1882 when
found guilty of being Idle etc. and received a Three Month
sentence. His warrant number 14497. Henry was released 16 December. There is
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CHRISTENSON; Jacob
Gate-book records show Jacob arrived in Tasmania aboard the Wild Wave
(date unknown). On 21 August 1890 he was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 18444. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 32 years-old, a seaman, Protestant and with one
prior conviction. No entry is recorded regarding literacy. Jacob was released 3
September. There is no further information. |
CHURCH;
George
George was found guilty at LSC 22 February 1881 of
Horse Stealing and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant number
13800. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 4 March when shown as 23 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. George was
released 21 February 1884 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Morven; 9 October 1857. The search also revealed a George James Church
married Willis Elizabeth Pearce at Morven; 26 July 1885. He is shown as 27
years-old and Willis, 22 years-old. There is no further information. |
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CHURCH;
George
Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL
18 January 1843 aboard the Duchess of Northumberland (1) from Sheerness.
On 3 April 1879 he was found guilty at LSC of Horse Stealing and
sentenced to Four Years. His warrant number 12830. He arrived at
CSG five days later when shown as 62 years-old, a
farmer, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and could only read. George
was released 4 October 1882 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Launceston; 2 September 1887 aged 71 years. Was George the father of young
George? There is no further information. |
CHURCH;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders
(date unknown). On 30 June 1886 he was found guilty at Launceston of Larceny
and sentenced to Twelve Months. His warrant number 16322. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one
prior conviction and literate. James was released 24 June 1887 without
remission. There is no further information. |
CLANCEY;
John (transported as CLANCY)
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL
19 March 1851 aboard the London (2) from Kingston, Ireland. On 5
February 1887 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 16619. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and illiterate. John was
released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
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CLARK;
Charles
Charles was found guilty 3 February 1888 of being
Unlawfully on Premises and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 17084. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Charles
was released 2 August. There is no further information. |
CLARK;
Henry
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Corinna
(date unknown). On 18 June 1885 he was found guilty at LSC of Intent to
commit a Felony and sentenced to Seven Years. His warrant number
15809. He arrived at CSG six days later when shown as 25 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Henry also
received 24 Hours Solitary presumably for gaol offences. He was released
17 September 1890 with remission.
A search of BDM records shows several marriage
possibilities. There is no further information. |
CLARK;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in VDL aboard
the Waverley. However, a search of convict shipping records failed to
locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 2 November 1881 he was found
guilty of being Drunk and Insulting passersby and sentenced to Seven
Days. His warrant number 14078. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a gardener, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and illiterate. James was released 8 November.
A search of BDM records revealed numerous marriage
and death possibilities for a person of this name. There is no further
information. |
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CLARK;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flying Childers
(date unknown). On 29 September 1881 he was found guilty of Indecent
Behaviour and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14023. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released two days later after a
fine was paid.
A search of BDM records shows several marriage and
death possibilities. There is no further information. |
CLARK;
Richard
Richard was found guilty 4 October 1886 of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Months. His warrant
number 16446. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 28 years-old, a
shoemaker, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Richard was
released to his ship two days later. There is no further information. |
CLARKE;
Frederick
Frederick was found guilty 19 October 1886 of
Breaching the Volunteer Act and sentenced to One Month. His warrant
number 16464. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, a
tinsmith, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Frederick was
released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Ellen Reeves at Launceston; 27 February 1867. He is shown as 21
years-old and Ellen, 20 years-old. There is no further information. |
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CLARKE;
Harvey
Harvey was found guilty 22 August 1879 of using
Abusive Language and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
13036. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with one prior conviction and illiterate. Harvey was released 20
September. There is no further information. |
CLARKE;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Kate (date
unknown). On 25 October 1882 he was found guilty of Cruelty to Animals
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 14541. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no
prior convictions and literate. James was released the same day after a fine was
paid.
A search of BDM records shows several marriage and
death possibilities. There is no further information.
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CLARKE;
James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL
14 January 1843 aboard the Earl Grey (1) from Plymouth. On 26 April 1878
he was found guilty of Begging Alms and sentenced to Three Months.
His warrant number 12373. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 70 years-old, an invalid, Protestant, with three or more prior
convictions and illiterate.
James was in trouble again 3 October 1879 when
found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to another
Three Months. His warrant number 13080. He was released 7 January 1880.
On 24 August 1881 he was found guilty at the Town
Clerk’s Office in Hobart of Breaching the Municipal Act and sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 13888. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 70 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with three or more prior convictions and literate. James was released 30 August.
James went on to commit a further six minor
offences between 1881 to 1885 resulting in short sentences not exceeding three
months.
A search of BDM records revealed several death
possibilities for a person of this name. There is no further information. |
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CLARKE;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Derwent
(date unknown). On 11 March 1876 he was found guilty of using Obscene
Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 11370.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 24 March.
On 27 November 1878 he was found guilty of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 12634. John was released 26 May 1879.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Esther MacDonald at Westbury; 11 December 1876. Both are shown as
adults. There is no further information. |
CLARKE;
Patrick
Patrick was found guilty 14 March 1889 of
Possessing False Dice and Larceny and sentenced to One Month plus
Three Months. His warrant number 17621. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 28 years-old, a miner, Catholic, with no prior convictions and
literate. Patrick was released 18 July.
A search of BDM records show a Patrick James Clark
born Oatlands; 15 April 1861. There is no further information. |
CLARKE;
Robert (Younger)
Robert was found guilty at LSC 23 August 1883 of
Forgery and Uttering and sentenced to Nine Months. His warrant
number 14933. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 5 September when shown as 21
years-old, a bricklayer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.
Robert was released 1 April 1884 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly born Longford; 22 October 1863. A possible marriage was located to
Emma Agnes Partridge at Launceston; 1 December 1882. He is shown as 22
years-old and Emma, 25 years-old. There is no further information. |
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CLAY;
Joseph
Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL
18 May 1848 aboard the Mount Stewart Elphinstone (2) from Gibraltar. On 2
March 1887 he was found guilty of using Obscene Language and sentenced to
One Month. His warrant number 16660. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 64 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Joseph was
released 1 April.
Joseph was in trouble again 10 April 1888 when
found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 17146. He was released 16 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Elizabeth Sangwell at Hobart; 13 April 1870. He is shown as 26
years-old and Elizabeth, 27 years-old. The search also revealed a death of a
Joseph Clay at Hobart; 26 February 1890 aged 66 years. There is no further
information. |
CLAYTON;
Henry
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Indian Queen
(date unknown). On 9 December 1884 he was found guilty of being Idle and
Disorderly and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
15562. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 8 January
1885.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Sarah Appleby at Launceston; 16 September 1874. He is shown as 29
years-old and Sarah, 22 years-old. A death was also recorded for a Henry
Clayton at Hobart; 9 November 1896 aged 55 years. There is no further
information. |
CLEARY;
Robert
Robert was found guilty 22 November 1888 of
Larceny and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 17463. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Robert was released 19 January 1889.
A search of BDM records shows a Robert Burns Cleary
born at Hobart; 17 June 1867. There is no further information.
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CLIFTON;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the J. Boddison
(date unknown). On 18 May 1888 he was found guilty at HSC of Common Assault
and sentenced to Eight Months. His warrant number 17188. He
arrived at CSG three days later when shown as 30 years-old, a bricklayer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. George was released 24
December. There is no further information. |
CLOW;
Robert
Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL
10 December 1839 aboard the Layton (3) from London. On 27 November 1878
he was found guilty of Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to 14 Days.
His warrant number 12636. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 85 years-old, an invalid, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction
and illiterate. Robert was released 10 December.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 14 August 1881 aged 82 years. There is no further information. |
CLUSKEY;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Nurjahan
(date unknown). On 21 January 1885 he was found guilty of Assaulting Police
and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 15624. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 28 years-old, a foreman, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was released the following day
after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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COCHRANE; Moses
Convict shipping records show Moses arrived in VDL
14 December 1825 aboard the Medway (2) from the Downs. On 1 November 1876
he was found guilty of Inciting Prisoners to Resist and sentenced to
One Month. His warrant number 11639. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 73 years-old, a gardener, Protestant,
with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Moses was discharged to
Cascades Depot the following day.
Moses was in trouble again 7 October 1881 when
found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Two Months.
His warrant number 14042. He was released 6 December.
His third appearance took place 13 May 1885 when
found guilty of Unlawful Assault and sentenced to another Twelve
Months. His warrant number 15768. Moses was released 11 July.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 2 January 1887 aged 72 years. There is no further information. |
COCKCROFT; James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL 29 December 1844 aboard the
Tenasserim. Port of departure is not shown. On 24 May 1877 he was found
guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number is not recorded. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 30 years-old, a labourer, Protestant and with three or more prior
convictions. No entry is made regarding literacy. James was released 30 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 4 February 1883 aged 72 years. There is no further information. |
COCKSHOTT; George
George was found guilty 6 May 1881of
Ill-treating a Horse and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number is
not recorded. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a
blacksmith, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. George was
released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
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COGHILL;
Malcolm
Malcolm was found guilty 8 October 1883 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
14961. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Malcolm was released the
following day after a fine was paid.
On 20 May 1884 Malcolm was again found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and sentence to another 14 Days. His warrant
number 15337. He was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no
further information. |
COGHLAN;
James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL 29 January 1853 aboard the Lord
Auckland (4) from Ireland. On 12 March 1885 he was found guilty of being
Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 15692. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 51 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. James
was released 18 March. There is no further information. |
COHEN;
Judah
Gate-book records show Judah arrived in Tasmania aboard the SS
Southern Cross (date unknown). On 28 March 1876 he was found guilty of
Fraud and sentenced to Twelve Months. His warrant number
11402. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a
clerk/shoemaker, Jewish, with no prior convictions and literate. Judah was
released 6 March 1877.
It is noted that Judah was converting jewellery for
his own use. There is no further information.
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COISH;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Iris (date
unknown). On 8 January 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15615. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 69 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and could only read. William was released 14 January.
There is no further information. |
COLEMAN;
Solomon
Gate-book records show Solomon arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana
(date unknown). On 25 January 1882 he was found guilty of being Idle and
Disorderly and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
14179. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 33 years-old, a hawker,
Jewish, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Solomon was released 23
February.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Launceston; 3 February 1883 aged 35 years. There is no further
information. |
COLEMAN;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Sir M. F.
Williams (date unknown). On 7 February 1888 he was found guilty of
Maliciously Wounding and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 17088. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 68 years-old, a
gardener, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. William was
released 23 July with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Franklin; 6 May 1893 aged 74 years. There is no further information. |
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COLLEY;
Michael
Michael was found guilty at LSC 28 February 1883 of
Attempting an Unnatural Offence and sentenced to Two Years. His
warrant number 14756. He arrived at CSG 14 March when shown as 20 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Michael was released
4 December 1884 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a Michael William
Colley born Kingston; 2 September 1865. There is no further information. |
COLLINS;
Charles
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tarawa (date
unknown). On 27 July 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 15842. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a labourer, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Charles was released 8 August. There is
no further information. |
COLLINS;
Charles
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in VDL
aboard the Ocean Queen. However, a search of convict shipping records
failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 30 May 1879 he was
found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.
His warrant number 12928. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 62 years-old, an invalid, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
illiterate. Charles was released 5 June. There is no further information. |
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COLLINS;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania, the vessel’s name unknown. On
18 December 1878 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to
14 Days. His warrant number 12673. He arrived at CSG the same day
when shown as 30 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with three or more prior
convictions and could only read. John was released 31 December. There is no
further information. |
COLLINS;
John
John was found guilty 16 November 1880 of
Larceny from the Person and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 13653. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John is shown as
being released 17 November after a fine was paid despite a six month sentence.
On 24 November 1882 John was found guilty of
Stealing Wood and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 14589.
He was released 7 December.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died at New Norfolk; 2 April 1883 aged 32 years. There is no further
information. |
COLLINS;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Carmilla
(date unknown). On 22 October 1890 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18559. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. John was released 22 October after a fine was paid.
There is no further information. |
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COLLINS;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania, the vessel’s name unknown. On
22 November 1876 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 11658. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a farm labourer, Catholic, with no
prior convictions and could only read. Thomas was released 28 November. There is
no further information. |
CONDON;
John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Elvira (date
unknown). On 13 October 1886 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 16458. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a seaman, Catholic, with
no prior convictions and literate. John was released 19 October. There is no
further information. |
CONNOLLY; Matthew
Convict shipping records show Matthew arrived in VDL 9 August 1850 aboard the Maria
Somes (2) from Portsmouth. On 23 April 1877 he was found guilty of using
Obscene Language and was sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant
number 913. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Matthew
was released 5 May.
Matthew was found guilty of a further five offences
between 1877 and 1883. Those offences consisted of obscene language, insulting
language and resisting police. There is no further information. |
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CONNOLLY; Patrick
Gate-book records show Patrick arrived in VDL
aboard the Rodney (2). However, a search of convict shipping records
failed to locate a Patrick Connolly aboard the vessel. The search did locate a
Lawrence and an Edward Connelly aboard the Rodney (2). On 14 April 1877
Patrick was found guilty of False Pretences and sentenced to Six
Months. His warrant number 853. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and
illiterate. Patrick was released 13 October.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Oatlands; 22 September 1894 aged 72 years. There is no further information. |
CONNOR;
George
George was found guilty 25 March 1880 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
13354. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and illiterate. George was released 26 May.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Oatlands; 19 October 1853. There is no further information. |
CONNOR;
Michael
Michael was found guilty 27 February 1878 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
12277. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant and literate. No entry appears regarding prior convictions. Michael
was released 2 March after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records shows a number of birth
possibilities. The records also show a possible marriage to Ellen Skinner at
Hobart; 9 February 1874. He is shown as an adult and Ellen, 17 years-old. There
is no further information.
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CONNOR;
Patrick aka DAVIS; John
Gate-book records show Patrick arrived in VDL
aboard the Sir J. Byng. However, a search of convict shipping records
failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel. On 27 March 1878 he
was found guilty of Stealing a Coat and Gin/Value ₤1/14/- ($3.40)
and sentenced to Nine Months. His warrant number 12320. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 59 years-old, a
blacksmith, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Patrick
was released 26 December.
On 28 January 1879 Patrick was found guilty of
Stealing Clothing and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number
12719. He was released 29 January 1881 with no remission.
His third and final appearance in the gate-book was
on 4 June 1881 when found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to another
Two Years. His warrant number 13900. Patrick was released 9 May 1883 with
one month remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Oatlands; 22 September 1894 aged 72 years. There is no further
information. |
CONNORS;
Charles
Gate-book records show Charles arrived in VDL 26
August 1849 aboard the Hyderabad from Kingston, Ireland. On 12 May 1886
he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 15204. He arrived at CSG the same day when
shown as 64 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with one (?) prior conviction and could only read. Charles was released 18 May.
There is no further information. |
CONROY;
Thomas
Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ringarooma
(date unknown). On 16 December 1880 he was found guilty of being Drunk
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 13696. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a whip-maker, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was released 22 December.
On 1 January 1881 Thomas was found guilty of being
Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to another Seven Days. His
warrant number 13713. He was released 7 January. There is no further
information. |
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CONSOLINI; Joseph
Gate-book records show Joseph arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana
(date unknown). On 16 November 1882 he was found guilty of False Pretences
and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 14575. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a clerk, Catholic, with
no prior convictions and literate. Joseph was released 15 December. There is no
further information.
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COOK;
George
Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Conway (date
unknown). On 4 March 1879 he was found guilty at HSC of Unlawfully Wounding
and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 12790. He
arrived at CSG 12 March when shown as 48 years-old, a sawyer, Protestant, with
no prior convictions and literate. George was released 3 September. There is no
further information. |
COOPER;
Alexander
On 25 October 1888 Alexander was charged with
Rape. His warrant number 17396. He had arrived at CSG 15 October when
shown as 22 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and
literate. It appears he was acquitted and is shown as being released to bail 26
October.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart; 4 May 1867. The records also show a marriage to Emma Cogdell at
Launceston; 15 August 1894. He is shown as 27 years-old and Emma, 30 years-old.
There is no further information. |
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COOPER;
Charles (transported as DRUMMOND)
Convict shipping records show Charles arrived in VDL 26 December 1844 aboard the Sir
Robert Peel from London. On 9 March 1876 he was found guilty of being
Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 11368. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 42 years-old, a
cooper, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Charles
was released 15 March. There is no further information. |
COOTE;
John
John was found guilty 20 July 1885 of Carnal
Knowledge and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number 15845.
He arrived at CSG 29 July when shown as 45 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 9 February 1888 with
remission. There is no further information. |
COPELAND; William aka LAZARUS
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders
(date unknown). On 10 April 1883 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
14785. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a printer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. William was released the
following day after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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COPSELAND; Harold
Gate-book records show Harold arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tamar (date
unknown). On 28 June 1878 he was found guilty of Stealing Money/Value 7/-
(70c) and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
12455. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 29 years-old, a leather
dresser, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Harold was released
17 September.
It is noted the money was stolen from a G. T.
Haines. There is no further information. |
CORBETT;
Richard (transported as COBBETT)
Convict shipping records show Richard arrived in VDL 29 December 1832 aboard the York
from Plymouth. On 2 March 1869 he was found guilty of Housebreaking and
Larceny and was sentenced to 14 Years. His warrant number
11698. He arrived at CSG from the Cascades Depot 19 December 1875 when shown as
65 years-old, a shepherd, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and
illiterate. Richard was released 28 May 1878 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 22 September 1897 aged 82 years. There is no further information. |
CORFIELD;
Alfred
Gate-book records show Alfred arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flora (date
unknown). On 11 September 1888 he was found guilty of Breaching the Cruelty
to Animals Act and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17330. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a groom,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Alfred was released the
following day after a fine was paid.
On 22 August 1889 Alfred was found guilty of
breaching the act again and only sentenced to 14 Days on this occasion.
His warrant number 17859. He was released the same day after a fine was paid.
There is no further information. |
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CORKERY;
Alfred
On 16 November 1886 Alfred was charged with
Unlawful Beating and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant
number 16500. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31 years-old, a
seaman, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. He was released 14 May
1887.
On 3 February 1888 Alfred was found guilty of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17083. He was released the same day after a fine was paid. There is no further
information. |
COULSTON;
Robert
Gate-book records show Robert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Commodore Percy
(date unknown). On 11 November 1880 he was found guilty at LSC of Larceny
from the Person and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant
number 13673. He didn’t arrive at CSG until 29 November when shown as 35
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate.
Robert was released 11 April 1883 with remission.
Five days after his release Robert was found guilty
of using Obscene Language and sentenced to a further Seven Days.
His warrant number 14798. He was released 21 April. There is no further
information. |
COURTNEY; George John
George was found guilty 28 November 1881 of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
14097. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a shoemaker,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. George was released 2
December. There is no further information. |
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COWLEY;
Arthur
Arthur was found guilty at HSC 24 July 1888 of
Indecent Assault and sentenced to Two Years. His warrant number
17249. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Arthur was released 24 May
1890 with remission.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Emily Mary Gee at Launceston; 7 May 1890. He is shown as 23 years-old
and Emily, 22 years-old. There is no further information. |
COX;
Albert Walter
Albert was found guilty 14 January 1876 of being
Absent Without Leave and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
11309. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a stonemason
apprentice, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Albert was
released the same day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
born Hobart Town; 10 September 1855. There is no further information. |
CRABBE;
James Emanuel (transported as CRABB)
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL 16 December 1852 aboard the
Equestrian (3) from Plymouth. On 5 March 1880 he was found guilty of
Assault and Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to One Month. His
warrant number 13331. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 47 years-old,
a basket-maker, Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and literate. James was
released 3 April 1880.
On 20 October James was again found guilty of
Unlawfully Beating and on this occasion sentenced to Two Months. His
warrant number 13615. He was released 18 December. There is no further
information. |
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CRACKNELL; Robert
Robert was found guilty 2 December 1889 of being
Drunk and sentenced to 24 Hours. His warrant number 18047. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 35 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Robert was released the following day.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
christened Hobart Town; 29 December 1855. The records also show a marriage to
Mary Ann Blades at Hobart; 1 October 1879. He is shown as 23 years-old and Mary,
20 years-old. There is no further information.
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CRANSTONE; John
John was found guilty 19 November 1879 of
Breaching the Cab License Act and sentenced to One Month. His
warrant number 13157. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19
years-old, a stonemason, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.
John was released the same day after a fine was paid.
On 23 June 1880 John was found guilty of
Insulting passersby and sentenced to One Month. His warrant
number 13470. John was released the following day after a fine was paid.
John was charged with a further three offences
between 1880 and 1884 for using obscene language, disturbing the peace and
larceny.
A search of BDM records show a John Brabbin
Cranstone born Hobart; 31 May 1862. There is no further information. |
CRAWFORD; Andrew
Gate-book records show Andrew arrived in Tasmania, the vessel’s name unknown. On
24 September 1878 he was found guilty at HSC of Perjury and sentenced to
Six Months. His warrant number 12560. He arrived at CSG three
days later when shown as 45 years-old, a farmer, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. Andrew was released 23 December after serving only
half his sentence. There is no further information. |
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CRAWFORD; William
Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL 12 October 1843 aboard the
Emerald Isle from Sheerness. On 14 May 1884 he was found guilty of being
Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 15332. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. James
was released the following day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 1 July 1889 aged 72 years. There is no further information. |
CRAWN;
Frederick
Frederick was found guilty 24 February 1876 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to Three Months plus Three Months Bail.
His warrant number 11358. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 31
years-old, a blacksmith, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.
Robert was released 27 May.
His sentence reads “Unlawfully Beating Elizabeth”,
presumably his wife. There is no further information.
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CREASY;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Mangana
(date unknown). On 24 March 1888 he was found guilty of Insulting passersby
and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 17121. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a driver, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. James was released the same day after a
fine was paid.
On 16 August 1889 James was found guilty of using
Insulting Language and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 17854. He was released 22 August. There is no further information. |
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CREELY;
Nicholas
Nicholas was found guilty at LSC 18 December 1877
of Feloniously Receiving and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant
number 12198. He arrived at CSG ten days later when shown as 28 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Nicholas was
released 18 December 1880 with remission. There is no further information. |
CREIGHTON; William G.
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders
(possibly January 1887). On 2 February 1887 he was found guilty at LSC of
Assault with Intent to Rape and sentenced to One Year. His
warrant number 16637. He arrived at CSG 16 February when shown as 19 years-old,
a carpenter, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. William was
transferred to Launceston 3 May. There is no further information. |
CRESSWELL; Henry
Henry was found guilty at HSC 16 July 1874 of
Pig-stealing and sentenced to Three Years. His warrant number
10635. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a farmer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 4
February 1876 with remission. There is no further information. |
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CRESSWELL; William
William (possibly Henry’s son) was found guilty at
HSC 16 July 1874 of Pig-stealing and sentenced to Two Years. His
warrant number 10636. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23
years-old, a sawyer, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. William
was released 15 January 1876 with remission. There is no further information. |
CRESWICK;
William
Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Pateena
(date unknown). On 23 February 1885 he was found guilty at LSC of Larceny
and sentenced to Eight Months. His warrant number 15683. He
didn’t arrive at CSG until 4 March when shown as 24 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. William was released 23
December with remission. There is no further information.
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CRILLY;
Peter
Gate-book records show Peter arrived in Tasmania aboard the Argyle (date
unknown). On 27 July 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable
and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 15843. He
arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 53 years-old, a blacksmith, Catholic,
with no prior convictions and literate. Peter was released 1 August. There is no
further information. |
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CRISTOPHER; Isaac
Gate-book records show Isaac arrived in VDL aboard
the Marquis of Hastings on 8 November 1842 from London. A search of
convict shipping records failed to locate an Isaac aboard the vessel but did
reveal a James Christopher. It is possible James changed his name to Isaac. On 7
November 1879 Isaac was found guilty of Unlawfully Beating his Wife and
sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 13134. He arrived at CSG
the same day when shown as 61 years-old, a
labourer, Protestant, with one (?) prior conviction and literate. Isaac was
released 13 November after a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
CRISTOPHERSON; (No Entry)
Gate-book records show this person arrived in Tasmania aboard the Fararua
(date unknown). On 26 November 1879 he was found guilty of Larceny and
sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 13170. He arrived
at CSG the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a civil engineer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. He was released 25 February 1880. There
is no further information. |
CROOK;
William
William was found guilty at LSC 18 June 1885 of
Forgery and Uttering and sentenced to One Year. His warrant number
15810. He arrived at CSG six days later when shown as 22 years-old, a sawyer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was released 9
April 1886 with remission. There is no further information. |
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CROSBY;
Charles
Charles was found guilty 9 April 1878 of
Insulting passersby and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
12337. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a printer,
Catholic, with one prior conviction and literate. Charles was released 22 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 28 November 1882 aged 20 years. There is no further information. |
CROSS;
John
John was found guilty 17 February 1882 of
Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
14212. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. John was released 15 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Emily Gendle at Emu Bay (Burnie); 14 August 1884. Both are shown as
adults. There is no further information. |
CROSTHWAITE; John
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Meteor (date
unknown). On 26 February 1890 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18184. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a seaman, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and literate. He was released the same day after a fine was paid.
There is no further information. |
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CROW;
Henry
Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Siam (date
unknown). On 24 September 1889 he was found guilty at HSC of Larceny as a
Collector and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant number
17921. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 46 years-old, a shoemaker,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Henry was released 23
September 1890 with remission. There is no further information. |
CROY;
James
Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Oleando
(date unknown). On 1 September 1879 he was found guilty of Disturbing the
Peace and sentenced to 48 Hours. His warrant number 13047.
He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 40 years-old, a seaman, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. James was released 3 September. There is
no further information. |
CRUTCHLEY; John
Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL 11 June 1851 aboard the Cornwall
from Portsmouth. On 1 December 1874 he was found guilty of being Idle and
Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
11249. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a shoemaker,
Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. John was
released 29 February 1875.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
died Hobart; 3 March 1878 aged 69 years. There is no further information. |
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CRUTCHLEY; Thomas
Thomas was found guilty at LSC 8 April 1879 of
Demanding Money by Menaces and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant
number 12834. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a
gardener, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Thomas was
released 2 April 1881 with remission. There is no further information. |
CULLEN;
Charles
Charles was found guilty 28 November 1887 of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17002. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Charles was released the
same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
CULLEN; Luke
Convict shipping records show Luke arrived in VDL 1 August 1835 aboard the Mangles
from London. On 8 November 1883 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
15007. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a wheelwright,
Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and illiterate. Luke was
released 14 November.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Elizabeth Bunker at Hobart Town; 16 April 1839. He is shown as
22 years-old and Elizabeth, 18 years-old. A death is also recorded for a Luke
Cullen at Hobart; 21 February 1886 aged 67 years. There is no further
information. |
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CUMMINGS; Charles
Convict shipping records show a Charles Camston
Cummings arrived in VDL 28 May 1851 aboard the
Lady Kennaway from Portsmouth. On 12 February 1879 Charles was found guilty
of Drunkenness and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant
number 12750. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 46 years-old, a
sawyer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Charles
was released 18 February. There is no further information. |
CUNNINGHAM; Alexander
Alexander was found guilty 14 May 1878 of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
12397. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a shipwright,
Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Alexander was released 13
July.
On 3 June 1879 Alexander was found guilty of once
again using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days. He was
released 16 June.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly born Longford; 4 April 1863. There is no further information. |
CUNNINGHAM; Alexander
Alexander was found guilty 29 January 1880 of
Assaulting Police and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
13285. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 53 years-old, a blacksmith,
Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate. Alexander was
released 11 February after a fine was paid. There is no further information.
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CUNNINGHAM; James
Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL 31 October 1851 aboard the
Blenheim (4) from Cork, Ireland. On 20 August 1877 he was found guilty of
being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 12042. He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 52
years-old, a labourer, Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and
literate. James was released 25 August.
On 28 February 1880 he was found guilty of being
Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to another Seven Days. His
warrant number 13324. James was released 5 March.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
possibly married Frances Parsons at Campbell Town; 1 December 1856. He is shown
as 21 years-old and Frances, 26 years-old. There is no further information. |
CURLEY;
Philip
Gate-book records show Philip arrived in Tasmania aboard the Lord Lyndoch.
However, a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a
person of this name aboard the vessel. On 25 February 1880 he was found guilty
of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 13317. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63
years-old, a labourer, Protestant, with three or more prior convictions and
could only read. Philip was released 2 March. There is no further information. |
CURPHY;
Edward (CURPHEY)
Gate-book records show Edward arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flying Childers
(date unknown). On 7 December 1885 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
15986. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a seaman,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate. Edward was released 13
December.
Edward was back in court 22 April 1886 when found
guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to another
Seven Days. His warrant number 16213. He was released 28 April.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Anna Catherine Telford at Hobart; 25 March 1865. He is shown as 32
years-old and Anna, 27 years-old. A death is also recorded for an Edward Curphy
at Hobart; 28 August 1886 aged 55 years. There is no further information.
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CURRAN;
George
Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL 30 May 1845 aboard the Ratcliffe
(1) from London. On 4 June 1881 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
13901. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, a labourer,
Catholic, with one (?) prior conviction and illiterate. George was released 9
June.
On 18 October 1882 he was found guilty of
Stealing a Blanket and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number
14526. George was released 16 December.
His third appearance in the gate-book was on 2
January 1890 when found guilty of being Drunk. George was sentenced to
Seven Days. His warrant number 18094. He was released 8 January. There
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CURRIER;
Joshua
Joshua was found guilty at LSC 11 November 1880 of
Larceny as a Bailee and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant
number 13675. He arrived at CSG 29 November when shown as 25 years-old, a
labourer, Catholic, with no prior convictions and literate. Joshua was released
2 March 1882 with remission. There is no further information. |
CURTIS;
Henry
Henry was found guilty 8 November 1886 of
Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number
16487. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. Henry was released 20
November.
On 19 September 1888 Henry was found guilty at the
Court of Requests of Debt and sentenced to Seven Days. His
warrant number 17351. He was released 25 September.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Maria Goram at Hobart; 9 February 1890. He is shown as an adult and
Maria, a minor. There is no further information. |
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CURTIS;
Richard
Richard was found guilty at LSC 16 April 1885 of
Manslaughter and sentenced to Four Years. His warrant number 15742.
He arrived at CSG 22 April when shown as 40 years-old, a labourer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and illiterate. Richard was discharged to the
Launceston Gaol 5 February 1888 presumably for release.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Mary Ann Stewart at Launceston; 28 April 1866. Both are shown as
adults. There is no further information. |
CURTIS;
William
William was found guilty 5 October 1880 of
Ill-treating a Horse and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
13593. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a labourer,
Protestant, with no prior convictions and illiterate. William was released the
next day after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a William John Charles
Curtis born Hobart; 27 July 1864. There is no further information. |
CURTIS;
William
William was found guilty 3 September 1888 of using
Obscene Language and sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number
17315. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a gardener,
Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. William was released the
same day after a fine was paid. There is no further information. |
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CURTIS;
William
William was found guilty 21 March 1878 of
Non-maintenance and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number
12313. He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a shoemaker,
Protestant, with one prior conviction and literate. William was released 20
June.
On 20 December 1887 William was found guilty of
Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number
17025. He was released 19 January 1888.
A search of BDM records show a William Curtis born
Hobart Town; 28 July 1853. The records also revealed a William Andrew Curtis
born Hobart Town; 26 August 1853. The records also show a William Curtis married
Philadelphia Henson at Hobart; 15 October 1873. Both are shown as 20 years-old.
There is no further information. |
CUTHBERT; Joseph
Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the C. Middleton
(date unknown). On 11 October 1890 he was found guilty of being Drunk and
sentenced to Seven Days. His warrant number 18547. He arrived at
CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, Protestant, with no prior
convictions and illiterate. No entry is shown regarding occupation. Joseph was
released 14 October after a fine was paid.
A search of BDM records show a person of this name
married Eliza White at Hobart; 6 August 1869. He is shown as 27 years-old and
Eliza, 18 years-old. A death is also recorded for a Joseph Cuthbert at Hobart;
23 January 1892 aged 51 years. There is no further information. |
CUTHBERT; Richard
Richard was found guilty at HSC 18 May 1886 of
Larceny and sentenced to 18 Months. His warrant number 16279. He
arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 37 years-old, a sawyer, Protestant,
with no prior convictions and literate. Richard was released 17 May 1887 with
remission.
A search of BDM records show a Richard Henry
Cuthbert married Caroline Alice Worsely at Hobart; 3 July 1875. Both are shown
as adults. There is no further information.
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