GLENORCHY (86)

BAILHACHE; Hubert (transported as BAILTRACHE; Herbert)

Gate-book records show Hubert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Arawa as a free convict (date unknown).  On 11 December 1889 he was found guilty of Embezzlement and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 18061.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 28 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  Hubert was released on 10 January 1890.  There is no further information.

BARCLAY; Robert

Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL on 16 May 1846 aboard the China from Woolwich.  On 29 January 1877 he was found guilty of Stealing Blankets and other Articles and sentenced to Six Months and 28 Days.  His warrant number 11757.  Robert arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 24 August.

Robert appeared in court again on 1 March 1882 when found guilty of being Drunk and Resisting the Police.  He was sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 14239.  Robert arrived at CSG the same day and was released on 31 May.  There is no further information. 

BRENNAN; James

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL aboard the Flying Fish on 28 March 1846, apparently from Melbourne.  It appears he was tried for an undisclosed crime in Melbourne in December 1845.  On 6 September 1879 he was found guilty of Stealing a Bottle of Vinegar and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13054.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 76 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  James was released on 5 December.  There is no further information. 

BROTHERTON; Joseph (transported as BRETHERTON)

Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL on 6 December 1838 aboard the Augusta and Jessie (2) from London.  On 12 November 1879 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 13142.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a gardener, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and could only read.  Joseph was released on 18 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 12 September 1891, aged 92 years.  There is no further information. 

BULLOCK; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL on 16 December 1852 aboard the Equestrian (3) from Plymouth.  On 22 November 1883 he was found guilty of Contempt of Court and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 15044.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 28 November.

On 24 October 1884, William was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 15509.  He was discharged to the Supreme Court on 9 December 1884 on other charges.  There is no further information.

BUSBY; Robert

Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL on 13 January 1842 aboard the Barossa (1) from Sheerness.  On 23 February 1882 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 14228.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Robert was released on 1 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Elizabeth Fitzsimmons at Brighton on 3 January 1876.  Both are shown as adults.  A death is also recorded for a Robert Busby at Hobart on 14 October 1888, aged 75 years.  There is no further information. 

CAHILL; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL on 9 June 1845 aboard the Elizabeth and Henry from Kingston, Ireland.  On 5 April 1878 he was found guilty of Stealing Money and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12333.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 43 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Thomas was released on 4 October.  There is no further information. 

CONLAN; Denis

Native-born Denis was found guilty on 31 January 1890 of Feloniously Taking a Dray of Timber and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 18140.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 21 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Denis was released on 29 July.  There is no further information. 

CONNOLLY; Martin

Native-born Martin was found guilty on 27 May 1878 of Assaulting N. M. Guire (possibly McGuire) and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 12418.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Martin was released on 8 June.

On 4 July 1878 he was found guilty of Insulting passers-by and sentenced to another 14 Days.  His warrant number 12461.  He arrived at CSG the same day and released on 17 July.

The 19 February 1879 saw him in court again where he was found guilty of Unlawfully Beating and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 12758. Martin was released on 17 March.

His fourth appearance at Glenorchy was on 29 May 1879 when found guilty of Disturbing the Peace.  He received 14 Days for this offence.  His warrant number 12926.  Martin was released on 11 June.

A search of BDM records show an un-named male Connolly was born at Tasman on 26 October 1860.  There is no further information.

CONNOLLY; Peter

Gate-book records show Peter arrived in VDL aboard the Hydrabad but a search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  The search did reveal a person of this name arrived in VDL on 24 August 1844 aboard the Cadet (1) from Dublin, Ireland.  On 31 January 1887 this person was found guilty of Assaulting his Wife and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 16607.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 12 February.  There is no further information. 

COWEN; David (transported as COWIE)

Convict shipping records show David arrived in VDL on 28 May 1851 aboard the Lady Kennaway (2) from Portsmouth.  On 8 July 1886 he was found guilty of Trespass and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 16328.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as a baker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  David was released on 21 July.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Elizabeth Rachael Fuller at Hobart on 14 April 1860.  Both are shown as adults. There is no further information. 

COX; Alfred J.

Gate-book records show Alfred arrived in Tasmania aboard the Coptic as a free convict (date unknown).  On 19 April 1888 he was found guilty of Breaching the Public Health Act and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17156.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 44 years-old, an accountant, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate. Alfred was released on 21 April. There is no further information. 

DAVIS; Richard aka ASHWORTH; Joseph

Convict shipping records show Richard arrived in VDL on 13 January 1842 aboard the Barossa (1) from Sheerness.  On 19 February 1876 he was found guilty of Stealing a Purse and 6/3 (62c) and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 11349.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Richard was released on 8 August.

It is noted the purse was stolen from a Margaret Baxter.

A search of BDM records show a Richard Archibald Davis died at Hobart on 3 September 1888, aged 65 years. There is no further information. 

DICKER; James

Gate-book records show James as being native-born.  On 13 November 1884 he was found guilty of Destroying Property and sentenced to Ten Days and Two Years Training School.  His warrant number 15532.  He arrived at CSG the same day.  Although no age is recorded, we can assume James was only a boy. He was discharged to the Training School on 22 November.  There is no further information.

DONNELLY; James

Native-born James was found guilty on 29 April 1886 of being Drunk and Assaulting Police and sentenced to Two Months and Seven Days.  His warrant number 16225.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a seaman, Catholic with one prior conviction and literate. James was released on 5 July. There is no further information. 

DOOLEY; John

Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tararua as a free convict (date unknown).  On 8 November 1883 he was found guilty of Stealing a Vest and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 15010.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate. John was released on 7 January 1884.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Agnes Bird at Port Cygnet on 30 January 1895.  He is shown as 30 years-old and Agnes, 46 years-old.  There is no further information. 

DORAN; Albert

Gate-book records show Albert arrived in VDL aboard the Blenheim (4) but a search of convict shipping records failed to locate an Albert aboard the vessel although there was a William and a Thomas.  On 12 July 1877 Albert was found guilty of Stealing Two Silver Spoons/Value 10/- ($1.00) and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 11997.  He arrived at CSG a week later when shown as 50 years-old, a gardener, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Albert was released on 11 January 1878. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 21 November 1890, aged 66 years.  There is no further information. 

DOUGLAS; Robert aka WELCH

According to gate-book records, Robert appears to have arrived in NSW aboard the vessel Royal William possibly in December 1864.  He is shown arriving in Launceston on 1 January 1865.  On 27 March 1884 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 15241.  Robert arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a currier, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 26 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 7 March 1887, aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

DOW; Thomas

Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tasman as a free convict (date unknown).  On 6 March 1877 he was found guilty of Stealing 33 Bottles of Ale and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 805.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 48 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate. Thomas was released on 5 June.

 It is noted that the ale was stolen from J. Wright.  There is no further information. 

DOWNS; George

Gate-book records show George arrived in VDL aboard HMS Anson as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name on the vessel.  However, a person of this name arrived on the Westmoreland (2) on 12 September 1841 from Sheerness and another arrived on the Barossa (2) on 6 September 1844.  On 21 April 1884 George was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 15299.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate. George was released on 26 April.   There is no further information.

FLANNIGAN; John (transported as FLANNAGAN)

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 26 August 1843 aboard the Constant from Ireland.  On 18 December 1889 he was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 18072.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 72 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  John was released on 24 December.

Although there appears to be an age discrepancy, a search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 3 June 1896, aged 68 years. There is no further information. 

GOODY; John

Native-born John was found guilty on 2 April 1885 of Larceny and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 15717.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a sweep, Catholic with one prior conviction and literate.  John was released on 1 June.  There is no further information. 

GORMAN; Charles (transported as GORMIN)

Convict shipping records show Charles arrived in VDL on 19 March 1851 aboard the London (2) from Kingston, Ireland.  On 6 November 1876 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 11641.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 79 years-old, a tin-man, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 11 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 16 April 1882, aged 85 years.  There is no further information.

GRANT; Donald

Convict shipping records show Donald arrived in VDL on 12 November 1845 aboard the Gilbert Henderson.  The port of departure is not shown.  On 13 February 1886 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 16062.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 80 years-old, an invalid, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Donald was released on 9 February.  There is no further information.

GREEN; John

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Cadet from Dublin on 24 August 1844.  On 23 February 1877 he was found guilty of Stealing a Rug/Value 8/- (80c) and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 795.  John arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 54 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 22 August.

A search of BDM records shows several marriage possibilities.  Death records also revealed several dates, the closest being at Launceston on 12 May 1898 aged 73 years.  There is no further information. 

HALE; William

Native-born William was found guilty on 8 August 1882 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 14457.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 27 years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 7 September.  There is no further information. 

HILL; James

Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Area Belle as a free convict (date unknown).  On 19 September 1889 he was found guilty of Cruelty to Animals and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17914.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a painter, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  James was released the following day as the result of a fine being paid.  There is no further information. 

HILL; Thomas

Native-born Thomas was found guilty on 1 April 1880 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 13363.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate.  Thomas was released on 14 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 6 November 1867.  They also show a marriage to a Charlotte Broomhead at Hamilton on 22 February 1881.  Both are shown as minors.  There is no further information. 

HINES; Andrew (transported as HINDES)

Convict shipping records show Andrew arrived in VDL on 20 August 1843 aboard the Cressy from Plymouth.  On 12 December 1878 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 12658.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, an invalid, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 18 December.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 22 August 1880, aged 68 years.  There is no further information.

HOGAN; John

Gate-book records show John arrived in Tasmania aboard the S.S. Flinders as a free convict (date unknown).  On 10 April 1890 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 18267.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 17 years-old, a blacksmith, Catholic with no prior convictions and literate.  John was released on 16 April.  There is no further information. 

HORE; William

Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania as a free convict (date unknown) aboard an unnamed vessel.  On 19 April 1888 he was found guilty of Breaching the Public Health Act and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17157.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 50 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  William was released the following day after a fine had been paid.  There is no further information. 

HURST; John

Native-born John was found guilty on 6 May 1880 of Assault and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 13412.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 15 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.  John was released the same day after a fine had been paid.  There is no further information. 

JONES; George

George, also native-born, was found guilty on 21 January 1889 of Larceny and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 17544.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 22 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.  George was released on 2 February.

A search of BDM records show the birth of two people with this name, one at Launceston on 20 March 1868, and the other at Hobart on 28 June 1868. There is no further information. 

LOVE; Francis aka WILKES

Gate-book records show Francis arrived in Tasmania as a free convict (date unknown) aboard the Tamar.  On 23 August 1883 he was found guilty of Illegally Pawning and sentenced to Twelve Months.  His warrant number 14920.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 54 years-old, a watchmaker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Francis was released on 24 July 1884.  There is no further information.

McKAY; John

Native-born John was found guilty of Larceny on 17 February 1887 and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 16641.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 15 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate. John was released on 16 March.

On 7 November 1889 John was found guilty of Assault and Assaulting the Police.  He was sentenced to Six Months on the first charge and One Month on the second.  His warrant numbers 18012-13.   He arrived at CSG the same day and appears to have been released shortly after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a John Kenneth McKay was born at Hobart on 27 January 1873.  Several marriage possibilities could be worth pursuing.  There is no further information. 

McKAY; William aka ROSS; John

William, also native-born, was found guilty on 14 January 1885 of Unlawful Assault and Escape and sentenced to Two Months and Three Months.  His warrant number 15620.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 23 years-old, a groom, Protestant, with no prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 13 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Richmond on 21 October 1862.  They also show a marriage of a John Ross to a Mary Wells at Sorell on 24 March 1890.  Both are shown as adults.  There is no further information. 

McQUADE; William

Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Phoebe (date unknown), as a free convict. On 2 December 1889 he was found guilty of being Idle etc. and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 18049.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 52 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 1 March 1890.  There is no further information. 

MOORE; Francis

Native-born Francis was found guilty on 18 October 1877 of Stealing 1/6 (15c) and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 12109.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a farm labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  Francis was released on 17 December apparently with remission.

It is noted the money was stolen from H. Cook.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 4 February 1846.  There are also several marriage possibilities.  There is no further information.

NETHERSTREET; James (transported as NETHERSTREET; Thomas William

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL on 18 January 1843 aboard the Duchess of Northumberland from Sheerness.  On 27 May 1874 he was found guilty of Obtaining Goods by False Pretences and sentenced to Two Years.  His warrant number 10585.  He arrived at CSG three days later when shown as holding a TOL, 51 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  James was released on 15 March 1876 to a TOL.  There is no further information. 

O’BRIEN; Patrick

Native-born Patrick was found guilty on 13 January 1890 of Obtaining Money by False Pretences and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 18122.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 32 years-old, (no entry for occupation), Catholic, with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Patrick was released on 12 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 4 July 1858.  They also show a marriage to an Ann Kromer at Hobart on 22 November 1887.  Both are shown as adults.  There is no further information. 

O’BRIEN; Thomas

Another who was native-born, Thomas was found guilty on 20 September 1876 of Assaulting James O’Brien and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 11598.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and literate.  Thomas was released on 19 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 7 March 1858.  They also show a death at Hobart on 10 May 1896, aged 36 years. There is no further information. 

O’NEIL; John

John, also native-born, was found guilty on 4 June 1885 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 15783.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 13 years-old, a boy, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  John was released on 3 July.  There is no further information.

OXLEY; John

Native-born John was found guilty on 29 May 1879 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 12927.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.  John was released on 11 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Annie Charlton at Hobart on 7 July 1884.  He was 30 years-old and Annie, 25 years-old.  There is no further information.

OXLEY; John

This person was also native-born and could possibly be the same person as above despite there being a notable age difference.  On 1 April 1880, John was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and Assault and sentenced to 14 Days and One Month.  His warrant numbers 13364-66.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 46 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and illiterate.  John was released on 14 May.  There is no further information.

PACEY; Edward

Native-born Edward was found guilty on 19 July 1888 of Wilfully Damaging Property and sentenced to Ten Days.  His warrant number 17242.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 16 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  Edward was discharged by order of the Chief Justice on 21 July. There is no further information. 

PARKER; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL on 12 February 1853 aboard the Rodney (3) from Queenstown, Ireland.  On 11 October 1876 he was found guilty of Being on Enclosed Premises and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 11618.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 45 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 24 October.

It is noted that he was on the premises of Isaac Wright.  There is no further information. 

PEDDLE; George

Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the Gulf of Carpentaria (date unknown), as a free convict.  On 28 September 1885 he was found guilty of Trespass and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 15907.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 30 years-old, a chair-maker, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  George was released the same day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information.  

PENNY; John

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 4 September 1833 aboard the Stakesby from Portsmouth. On 4 April 1878 he was found guilty of a Breach of Contract and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 12328.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a plasterer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  John was released on 3 May.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Sarah Garrett at Hobart on 9 October 1854.  He was 38 years-old and Sarah, 39 years-old.  There is no further information.

PORTER; Arthur

Native-born Arthur was found guilty on 22 March 1886 of Unlawful Assault and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 16162.  Arthur arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 31 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate.  He was released on 28 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Launceston on 3 June 1899, aged 45 years.  There is no further information. 

POTTO; James

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL on 12 November 1848 aboard the Ratcliffe (2) from Spithead.  On 12 September 1889 he was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17904.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 71 years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  James was released on 18 September.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Sarah Garrett at Hobart on 9 October 1854.  He was 38 years-old and Sarah, 39 years-old.  There is no further information. 

PURCELL; Patrick

Native-born Patrick was found guilty on 24 January 1889 of Larceny and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 17551.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate.  Patrick was released on 6 February.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Florence Midson at Hobart on 8 January 1890.  He was shown as adult and Sarah, a minor.  There is no further information. 

RANAHAN; Andrew

Andrew, yet another who was native-born, was found guilty on 1 April 1880 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 13365.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and literate.  Andrew was released on 14 April.

Two years later, on 23 February 1882 he was found guilty of Assaulting Police and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 14220.  Andrew was released on 23 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Harriet Jessie Kingston at Hobart on 24 August 1889.  He was shown as 28 years-old and Harriet, 20 years-old.  There is no further information.

RAYNOR; John (transported as REYNARD; John)

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 6 September 1844 aboard the Barossa (2) from the Downs.  On 5 April 1877 he was found guilty of being Absent from Hired Service and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 841.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 56 years-old, a brick-maker, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and could only read.  John was released on 9 April after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Ellen Sullivan at Hobart on 11 February 1864.  They were both 43 years-old.  A death for a man of this name is shown at Hobart on 27 April 1880, aged 58 years.  There is no further information. 

ROBINSON; John

Gate-book records show John arrived in VDL aboard the last convict ship St. Vincent as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 21 August 1880 John was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Days.  His warrant number 13544.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as a labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate. No age was recorded.  He was released on 26 April.   There is no further information. 

ROCKETT; George

Convict shipping records show George arrived in NSW on 6 July 1844 aboard the Blundell.  It is noted, however, he arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Franklin in August 1846 from Norfolk Island.  On 22 January 1890 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 8130.  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.  George was released the same day after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 20 October 1897, aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

SCULLY; Henry

Gate-book records show Henry arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ramilles (date unknown), as a free convict.  On 2 April 1886 he was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 16165.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  No age was recorded.  Henry was released on 15 April.

A search of BDM records shows the death of a person of this name at Hobart on 5 September 1893, aged 65 years.  There is no further information. 

SIMPSON; John

Native-born John was found guilty on 29 December 1887 of Breaching a By-Road Act and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17038.  John arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 20 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and could only read.  He was released on 28 January.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 28 May 1867.  There is no further information. 

SMART; Thomas

Gate-book records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Eudora as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 21 August 1880 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 16346.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, a bricklayer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  Thomas was released on 21 October. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 1 July 1894, aged 77 years.  There is no further information. 

SMITH; Francis

Native-born Francis was found guilty on 26 April 1876 of Stealing 2/11 (30c) and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 11445.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 19 years-old, a mariner, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate.  Francis was released on 27 July.

It is noted the money was stolen from T. T. Cooley.

SMITH; Henry

Henry, also native-born, was found guilty on 9 July 1878 of Stealing a Turkey/Value 6/- (60c) and sentenced to Six Months plus Five Days.  His warrant number 12467.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 15 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and literate.  Henry was released on 13 January 1879.

A search of BDM records show the births of two persons of this name, one at Hobart on 14 May 1862, and the other at Port Cygnet on 20 March 1862.  A person of this name died at Hobart on 30 August 1889, aged 29 years.  There is no further information. 

SMITH; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL on 30 December 1845 aboard the Pestongee Bomangee (1) from Plymouth.  On 31 May 1887 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 16796.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as 68 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  He was released on 6 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 26 September 1869, aged 71 years.  There is no further information.

SMITH; William

Gate-book records show William arrived in VDL aboard the vessel Gilmore.  A search of convict shipping records located four men with this name.  Two arrived aboard the Gilmore (2) on 24 January 1839 and two aboard the Gilmore (3) on 20 August 1843.  On 31 May 1887 this person was found guilty of Stealing Money and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12332.  He arrived at CSG the following day when shown as holding a CP, 58 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  He was released with a TOL on 31 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 12 July 1890, aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

SMITH; William aka WHITTAKER

Convict shipping records show this William arrived in VDL on 10 January 1830 aboard the Prince Regent (1) from London.  On 30 November 1880 he was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 13677.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 65 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  He was released on 29 January 1881.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 29 September 1893, aged 78 years.  There is no further information. 

SPENCER; John aka MUKALSNIDE (transported as SPENCE; John)

Convict shipping records show this John arrived in VDL on 20 December 1851 aboard the Rodney (2) from Queenstown, Ireland.  On 11 March 1886 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 16120.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 61 years-old, a mason, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 17 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 19 June 1889, aged 64 years.  There is no further information. 

SPENCER; William aka OAKBURN

Convict shipping records show this William arrived in VDL on 7 April 1833 aboard the Surrey (3) from the Downs.  On 11 September 1878 he was found guilty of Stealing a Blanket/Value 5/- (50c) and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 12524.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 63 years-old, a servant, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 10 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 16 August 1882, aged 69 years.  There is no further information. 

STALKER; James

Native-born James was found guilty on 31 December 1887 of Breaching the By-road Act and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17041.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 28 years-old, a farmer, Protestant with one prior conviction and could only read.  James was released the same day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information.

STYLES; Robert

Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL on 21 February 1836 aboard the Asia (4) from Sheerness.  On 15 July 1878 he was found guilty of Stealing an Axe/Value 7/6 (75c) and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12471.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 52 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 14 January 1879.  There is no further information. 

SULLIVAN; Michael

Gate-book records show Michael arrived in VDL aboard the Waverley as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 2 September 1879 he was found guilty of Stealing an Overcoat and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 13050.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 64 years-old, a seaman, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Michael was released on 4 March 1880.  There is no further information. 

SUTTON; John

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 3 October 1850 aboard the Nile from London.  On 30 October 1878 he was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 12594.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 55 years-old, an invalid, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  John was released on 12 November.  There is no further information. 

TEEBY; Thomas

Gate-book records also show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Nile as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records failed to locate a person of this name aboard the vessel.  On 3 May 1888 he was found guilty of Cruelty to Animals and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17177.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions.  There was no entry regarding literacy.  Thomas was released on 4 May after a fine was paid.  

TEMPLE; William

Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the Flinders, (date unknown) as a free convict. On 13 February 1889 he was found guilty of being Unlawfully on Premises and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17581.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 59 years-old, a gardener, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 12 March 1889.  There is no further information. 

THOMAS; Walter

Gate-book records show Walter arrived in Tasmania aboard the Wairarapa, (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 13 February 1890 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 18167.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 26 years-old, a saddler, Catholic with no prior convictions and literate.  Walter was released on 12 August.  There is no further information.

TOOLAN; Ellen

Convict shipping records show Ellen arrived in VDL on 29 May 1851 aboard the Blackfriar from Ireland.  On 19 October 1889 she was found guilty of being Drunk and sentenced to One Month.  Her warrant number 17968.  Ellen arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a widow, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  Ellen was released on 18 November.

A search of BDM records show the death of a person of this name on 11 July 1899, aged 73 years.  There is no further information. 

TOWAN; William

Gate-book records show William arrived in Tasmania aboard the S.S Southern Cross (date unknown), as a free convict.  On 9 April 1877 he was found guilty of Stealing a Sewing Machine and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 847.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 44 years-old, a currier, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate. William was released on 8 May.

It is noted the sewing machine belonged to J. Mulvaney. There is no further information. 

TRACEY; Michael (transported as TRACY)

Convict shipping records show Michael arrived in VDL on 30 August 1845 aboard the Ratcliffe (1) from London.  On 4 May 1877 he was found guilty of being Drunk and Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 921.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  Michael was released on 10 May.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 18 June 1888, aged 76 years.  There is no further information. 

TUTTLE; Thomas

Native-born Thomas was found guilty on 29 May 1879 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 12925.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 18 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate.  Thomas was released on 11 June.  There is no further information. 

WELSH; John (transported as WALSH)

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 12 December 1840 aboard the Egyptian (2) from Dublin.  On 31 December 1881 he was found guilty of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 14160.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 69 years-old, a labourer, Catholic with one [?] prior conviction and could only read.  John was released on 6 January 1882.

A search of BDM death records show two people of this name, one died at Launceston on 7 September 1883, aged 71 years, and the other at Hobart on 30 September 1891, aged 80 years.  There is no further information.

WHEATLEY; James

Convict shipping records show James apparently arrived in Australia on 8 January 1846 aboard the Mayda from Woolwich.  He arrived in VDL in June 1847 from Norfolk Island aboard the Tory.  On 3 April 1880 he was found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 13371.  He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 60 years-old, a labourer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  The gate-book shows he was also holding a CP.  John was released on 9 April 1880.  There is no further information. 

WHITEHOUSE; Daniel

Native-born Daniel was found guilty on 12 November 1878 of Breaching the Salmon Fish Act and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12612.  He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 21 years-old, a waterman, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  Daniel was released on 16 November after a fine was apparently paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Hobart on 18 June 1854.  There is no further information.  

WHITEHOUSE; George

George, also native-born, was found guilty on 12 November 1878 of Breaching the Salmon Fish Act and also sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12611.  He arrived at CSG two days later when shown as 34 years-old, a boat-builder, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  George too, was released on 16 November after a fine was apparently paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name christened at Hobart on 13 December 1842.  A death is also recorded at Hobart for a person of this name on 8 July 1896, aged 51 years.  There is no further information. 

WHITEHOUSE; John

John too, was native-born and apparently from Sydney.  He was found guilty on 13 March 1879 of Assaulting the Police and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12804.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 62 years-old, a seaman, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  John was released on 20 March after his sentence was apparently remitted.  There is no further information.

WHITTIKER; William aka SMITH

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL on 10 January 1830 aboard the Prince Regent (1) from London.  On 5 December 1879 he was found guilty of Stealing a Spoke-Shave/Value 2/- (20c) and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13186.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant with no [?] prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 4 March 1880.

It is noted that the spoke-shave belonged to W. Overell.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 29 September 1893, aged 78 years.  There is no further information.

WILLIAMSON; Allan

Convict shipping records show Allan arrived in VDL on 9 August 1850 aboard the Maria Somes (2) from Portsmouth.  On 23 October 1886 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 16470.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 67 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Allan was released on 22 April 1887.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 16 November 1893, aged 73 years.  There is no further information. 

WILSON; John

Native-born John was found guilty on 4 November 1882 of Assault and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 14557.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 25 years-old, a groom, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate.  John was released on 2 December.

A search of BDM records shows a number of births for a person of this name.  The death of a person with this name occurred at Hobart on 19 December 1894, aged 37 years. There is no further information. 

WRIGHT; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL on 1 September 1841 aboard the Layton (4) from London.  On 19 July 1884 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 15411.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 73 years-old, a blacksmith, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and could only read.  William was released on 1 August.

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

WROE (ROE); George

Gate-book records show George arrived in Tasmania aboard the S.S City of Hobart (date unknown), as a free convict.  On 16 October 1879 he was found guilty of Stealing a Corkscrew/Value2/6 (25c) and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 13098.  He arrived at CSG the same day when shown as 75 years-old, a cabinet maker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  George was released on 18 December.

A search of BDM records show the death of a person of this name on 4 September 1881, aged 76 years.  There is no further information.