KINGSTON (41) 

BAILEY; Nathaniel

Native-born Nathaniel was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly on 27 September 1876 and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 11607.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 19 years-old, labourer, Catholic with no prior convictions and illiterate.  Nathaniel was released on 26 November.  There is no further information. 

BARCLAY; Robert

Convict shipping records show Robert arrived in VDL on 16 May 1846 aboard the China from Woolwich. The 70 year-old was found guilty of being Drunk on 23 November 1881 and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17857.  Robert arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 29 November.

Robert was again found guilty on 10 July 1882 of Disturbing the Peace and received another Seven Days.  His warrant number 14428.  He made a third appearance on 20 January 1883 when again found guilty of Disturbing the Peace and received another Seven Days.  His warrant number 14671. Robert made his fourth and final appearance at Kingston on 12 November 1883 when found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly.  Once again he received Seven Days.  His warrant number 15016.  There is no further information. 

BARNES; Eli

The gate-book shows Eli arrived in Tasmania as a free convict possibly from NSW (date unknown/ship unknown).  On 30 August 1880 he was found guilty of Assault and Default of Bail and sentenced to Seven Days and Six Months.  His warrant number 13553.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 49 years-old, no occupation, Catholic with no [?] prior convictions and literate.  Eli was discharged to the General Hospital on 13 September.  There is no further information. 

BARRY; John aka DONOVAN

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL on 18 March 1847 aboard the Tory from Dublin. The 67 year-old was found guilty on 2 November 1877 of Stealing an Ironing Sheet and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12127.  John arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as a painter, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 1 May 1878.

A search of BDM records shows the death of two people with this name.  One died at Launceston on 13 February 1880 aged 70 years and the other at Hobart on 22 September 1882 aged 70 years.  There is no further information. 

BRITTLEBANK; George

Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL aboard the St. Vincent from London on 26 May 1853. The 66 year-old was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly on 30 January 1885 and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 15642.  George arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as a barber, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 5 February 1885.  George died later at CSG on 14 October 1885.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Margaret Allen at Hobart on 11 September 1871.  There is no further information. 

BUTLER; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the St. Vincent from London on 26 May 1853. William was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly on 22 March 1885 and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 14772.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 71 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 21 June 1883. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 30 November 1883 aged 73 years.  There is no further information.

CARROLL; Patrick

Native-born Patrick was found guilty of being Drunk and Incapable on 5 March 1888 and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17107.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 20 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one prior conviction and illiterate.  Patrick was released on 10 March. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name born at Horton on 2 May 1869 and died at Westbury on 29 January 1893 aged 28 years.  There is no further information. 

CONLAN; Denis

Native-born Denis was also found guilty of Larceny on 3 April 1889 and sentenced to Six Months and 3 Days Additional for prison offences.  His warrant number 17652.  Denis arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 20 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one prior conviction and could only read.  He was released on 5 October.

There is no further information. 

CONLAN; Michael (see Young Offenders/CONNOLLY)

Michael was also native-born and possibly related to Denis (see above).  On 10 December 1877 Michael was found guilty of Stealing a Silver Watch and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 12174.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 15 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one prior conviction and literate.  Michael was released on 9 January 1878.

It is noted the watch was stolen from a James Farrell.

Two years later, Michael now 17 years-old, was found guilty on 24 November 1879 of Breaching the Master Servant Act and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 13167.  He was released on 29 November.  

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Mary Ann Ring at Hobart on 25 July 1881.  There is no further information. 

CONNOLLY; Michael aka CONLAN or SMITH (see above)

Michael was 26 years-old when found guilty on 22 April 1889 of Larceny and Remanded in Custody.  His warrant number 17703.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as native-born, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Michael was discharged to the police on 24 April.  There is no further information. 

COURADES; August

According to the gate-book August arrived in Tasmania aboard the Williamsburg (date unknown) as a free convict.  On 29 May 1876 he was found guilty of Stealing an American Axe/Value 5/- (50c) and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 11485.  August arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 51 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 28 June.

It is noted that the axe was stolen from John Eshenberg.  There is no further information. 

CROSSLEY; John transported as CROSSLAND

 Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Cornwall from Portsmouth on 11 June 1851. He was found guilty on 12 June 1876 of Stealing Trousers/Value 10/- ($1.00) and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 11506.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 49 years-old, miller, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  John was discharged to the Cascades Depot on 16 August.

It is noted the trousers were stolen from a Joseph Hopwood.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Green Ponds (Kempton) on 29 June 1881 aged 54 years.  There is no further information. 

DANIELS; Robert

Gate-book records show Robert arrived in Tasmania aboard the Tarawa as a free convict.  On 31 December 1887 he was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17040.  Robert arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 39 years-old, seaman, Protestant with no prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 30 January 1888.  There is no further information. 

DONNEHY; James

Gate-book records show James arrived in Tasmania aboard the Hydrabad (3).  However, a search of convict shipping records failed to confirm this.  On 23 July 1877 he was found guilty of Stealing an Overcoat/Value ₤1 ($2.00) and sentenced to Twelve Months.  His warrant number 12004.  James arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 50 years-old, invalid, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 22 July 1878.  There is no further information. 

DORAN; John aka KNIGHT; Charles

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Asiatic from Sheerness on 23 September 1843. John was reconvicted in 1851 as Charles Knight. He was again found guilty on 18 August 1879 of Stealing an Overcoat/Value 10/- ($1.00) and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13032.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 45 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 17 November 1879.  There is no further information. 

DURGESS; James

Native-born James was also found guilty on 20 July 1884 of Larceny and sentenced to Ten Days and Four Years Training School.  His warrant number 15412.  James arrived at CSG two days later and although no age is shown he is recorded as being a juvenile.  There are no further entries and he was discharged to the Training School on 31 July.

FARRELL; Richard

Convict shipping records show Richard arrived in VDL aboard the Alibi on 25 May 1851. He was found guilty on 24 March 1876 of Stealing a Felt Hat/Value 8/- (80c) and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 11406.  He arrived at CSG on 1 April and is shown as 62 years-old, painter, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 23 June.

It is noted the hat was stolen from a W. Brock.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 23 November 1890 aged 84 years. There is no further information.

GILMORE; Charles

Gate-book records show Charles arrived in VDL aboard the Prince Regent as a free settler. A search of convict shipping records shows no Charles Gilmore arriving on the Prince Regent.  However, it does show a John and Michael Gilmore arriving here on the Prince Regent (2) from Dublin on 2 January 1842.  It is possible one or the other later changed his name to Charles.  On 2 October 1888 Charles was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 17374.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 70 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 1 November.  There is no further information.   

JONES; George

Native-born George was found guilty on 20 June 1881 of Breaching the Master Servant Act and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 13920.  James arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 18 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one or more prior conviction and illiterate. He was released on 25 June at 5.00 p.m.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name was born at Sorell on 9 May 1862.  A marriage was also located to a Margaret Wilson at Ringarooma on 25 July 1888.  The man is shown as 26 years-old and Margaret 21 years-old. 

KEELEY; Patrick (possibly transported as KELLY)

Convict shipping records show Patrick arrived in VDL aboard the Neptune (2) from the Cape of Good Hope, 5 April 1850. He was found guilty 8 February 1876 of Stealing Ten ₤1 Notes ($20.00) from a Charles Tew and sentenced to Four Months.  His warrant number 11340.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 75 years-old, ships carpenter, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was discharged to the Cascades Depot, 11 February.  There is no further information. 

KELLABY; Richard (transported as KELLY aka CALLIBY)

Convict shipping records show Richard arrived in VDL aboard the Lord Auckland (4) from Ireland on 29 January 1853 . He was found guilty on 8 February 1876 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 13239.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 48 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no [?] prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 4 February.

Richard was again in trouble on 19 April 1880 when again found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Four Months.  His warrant number 13399.  He was released on 18 August.  There is no further information. 

LANCASTER; James

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL aboard the Susan (2) from Plymouth on 24 July 1842. He was found guilty on 15 May 1876 of Stealing An Axe/Value 7/- (70c) and sentenced to Six Months plus Three Days Additional (possibly for a gaol offence).  His warrant number 11482.  He arrived at CSG ten [?] days later and is shown as 58 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 17 November.

It is noted the axe was stolen from a W.B. Ricketts.

A search of BDM records shows that a Joseph Lancaster married a Harriet Campbell at Franklin on 19 May 1864.  He was 37 years-old and Harriet, 28 years-old.  There is no further information.

LARGE; George

Native-born George was found guilty on 22 April 1889 of Larceny and remanded in custody. His warrant number 17702.  James arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 21 years-old, boot-maker, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate. He was discharged to the police on 24 April.

A search of BDM records show a George Emil Large married a Sarah Jane Clements at Hamilton on 7 June 1887.  There is no further information. 

LENNON; Patrick

Convict shipping records show Patrick arrived in VDL aboard the Lord Auckland (4) from Ireland on 29 January 1853. He was found guilty on 27 October 1879 of Assaulting Edith Barrett and sentenced to One Month.   His warrant number 11482.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 70 years-old, carpenter, Catholic with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  He was released on 26 November.  There is no further information. 

LYNCH; John

Gate-book records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Siam. However, a search of convict shipping records failed to confirm this.  It is possible he may have changed his name or been transported under another. He was found guilty on 9 February 1882 of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.   His warrant number 14201.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 42 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  John was released on 15 February.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Jane Swain at Pt. Sorell on 28 July 1862. Records also show a death at Hobart on 10 May 1897 aged 62 years.

MARTIN; George

Convict shipping records show George arrived in VDL aboard the Governor Philip from Norfolk Island on 18 November 1845. He was found guilty on 18 May 1881 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.   His warrant number 13888.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 68 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 17 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Margaret Cochrane at Hobart on 15 September 1856.  It also shows a death for a person of this name at Hobart on 25 June 1883 aged 72 years.  There is no further information. 

MAYNE; Henry 

Native-born Henry was 20 years-old when found guilty on 9 January 1882 of Breaching the Master Servant Act and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 14166.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as labourer, Protestant with no prior convictions and illiterate.  Henry was released two days later when a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

McCARTHY; Owen

Owen was also native-born and was found guilty on 2 January 1888 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17041.  Owen arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 35 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 7 January.  There is no further information. 

McGREGOR; John

According to the gate-book John arrived in Tasmania aboard the City of Hobart (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty of Wife Beating on 19 February 1883 and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 14728.  John arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 46 years-old, labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate.  He was released the same day after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

McMULLEN; Robert

Another to arrive in Tasmania as a free convict, John is shown arriving on the Takapuna (date unknown).  On 6 January 1885 he was found guilty of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 15618.  John arrived at CSG a week later and is shown as a painter, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 5 March.  There is no further information.

McPHILLIPS; John

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Cadet from Dublin on 24 September 1844. He was found guilty on 14 March 1876 of Absconding from the Brickfields and sentenced to 14 Days.   His warrant number 11375.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 46 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 26 March and returned to the Brickfields Pauper Establishment.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 2 April 1877 aged 49 years.  There is no further information. 

MENZIE; Robert

Native-born Robert was found guilty on 6 February 1885 of Wife Beating and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 15656.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 24 years-old, labourer, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate.  Robert was released on 5 March. 

A search of BDM records show a Robert Lyall Menzie born at New Norfolk on 7 October 1861.  There is no further information. 

MILNE; David

According to the gate-book David arrived in Tasmania aboard the City of Hobart (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty on 7 June 1881 of using Threatening Language and Default of Sureties. He was sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 13909.  David arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 35 years-old, carpenter, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  He was released to bail on 9 June.  There is no further information. 

MORRISS; William (see Young Offenders)

Native-born William was 11 years-old when found guilty on 25 July 1881 of Larceny.  He received a Six Month sentence.  His warrant number 13952.  William arrived at CSG three days later and is shown as labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 24 January 1882.  There is no further information. 

MULLINS; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Marion (2) from London on 16 September 1845. He was found guilty on 19 January 1880 of Larceny in a Dwelling and sentenced to Three Months.   His warrant number 13265.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 66 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no [?] prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 17 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Launceston on 2 August 1890 aged 72 years. There is no further information. 

PIERCE; Nathaniel

Convict shipping records show Nathaniel arrived in VDL aboard the Samuel Boddington from Ireland on 18 January 1846.  He was found guilty on 17 December 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.   His warrant number 11482.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 68 years-old, gardener, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 16 January 1889.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Catherine Moriarty at Hobart on 9 September 1881.  There is no further information. 

POOLE; William (POOL)

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the John Renwick from Spithead on 11 April 1843. He was found guilty on 12 April 1884 of being Drunk and Incapable and sentenced to Seven Days.   His warrant number 15282.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 60 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released four days later after a fine was paid.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Kingston on 15 October 1888 aged 67 years.  There is no further information. 

Convict shipping records show a Thady and a John Shea arrived in VDL aboard the Emily (2) from Dublin on 30 October 1844.  There is no mention of Timothy so it is possible he changed his name at some stage.  He was found guilty on 26 April 1876 of Stealing a Maul and 3 Wedges and sentenced to Two Months.   His warrant number 11446.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 66 years-old, shoemaker, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was discharged to the Cascades Depot on 31 May.

It is noted the stolen items belonged to an A. Ray.

A search of BDM records show a John Shea died at Hobart on 11 January 1884 aged 73 years.

STEERS; Henry (Emanuel)

Native-born Henry was 57 years-old when found guilty on 11 January 1887 of Having Unregistered Dogs and received a 14 Day sentence.  His warrant number 16587.  Henry arrived at CSG three days later and is shown as labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 27 January.  There is no further information.

STEWART; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Raffles from Portsmouth on 17 March 1841. He was found guilty on 4 June 1878 of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to 14 Days.   His warrant number 12430.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 67 years-old, farm labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 17 June.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 14 July 1891 aged 79 years.  There is no further information. 

TRENCHER; Michael

Gate-book records show that Michael arrived in Tasmania on an unknown vessel as a free convict.  On 16 January 1889 he was found guilty of Destroying Property and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 17535.  Michael arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 26 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one prior conviction and literate.  He was released on 22 January.  There is no further information. 

SORELL (48)

BRENNAN; John

According to the gate-book John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Gulf of Carpentaria (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty on 14 August 1884 of Unlawfully Using a Horse and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 15447.  John arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 30 years-old, seaman, Catholic with two prior convictions and literate.  There is no release date recorded and no further information. 

BRIDGE; James (BRIDGES) aka STANYARD

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL aboard the Lord Lyndoch (3) from London on 5 February 1841. He was found guilty on 6 March 1878 of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to Seven Days.   His warrant number 12291.  He arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 50 years-old, bricklayer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 14 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Eliza Mary Smith at Hobart on 17 April 1878.  A death is also recorded for a James Bridge at Hobart on 24 May 1883 aged 60 years.  There is no further information. 

BROWN; John

Native-born John was 27 years-old when found guilty on 27 August 1887 of Assault and received a Seven Day sentence.  His warrant number 16891.  John arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as labourer, Protestant with no convictions and literate.  He was released on 2 September.

A search of BDM records shows a number of people with this name.  The following dates and information may apply to the above-named.  A birth is recorded at Hamilton on 3 July 1860.  There were also two marriages.  One to a Sarah Ann Jackson at Hobart on 16 December 1882 and the other to a Sarah Cox at Brighton on 15 October 1882. 

BRYAN; Martin

Gate-book records show Martin arrived in VDL aboard the Pestongee Bomangee. However, convict shipping records only show a Timothy and Patrick Bryan arriving on this vessel on 2 January 1849 from Dublin.  It is quite possible one or the other changed his name at some stage.  Martin was found guilty on 16 October 1880 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.   His warrant number 13612.  He arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 60 years-old, labourer, Catholic with one [?] conviction and illiterate.   Martin was released on 15 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 25 September 1890 aged 67 years.  There is no further information. 

BRYANT; John

John was 23 years-old when found guilty on 8 December 1883 of Obtaining by False Pretences and Assaulting the Police. He received a Seven Day sentence on one charge and Seven Days on the other.  His warrant number 15070.  John arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as native-born, labourer, Catholic with no convictions and could only read.  He was released on 21 December.  There is no further information. 

BURNS; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Blenheim (2) from Dublin on 2 February 1849. He was found guilty on 27 July 1887 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months.   His warrant number 16849.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 67 years-old, a sweep, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 26 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Westbury on 14 May 1898 aged 80 years.  There is no further information. 

CAHILL; Thomas aka RILEY; John

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Elizabeth and Henry from Ireland on 9 June 1845. He was found guilty on 11 October 1884 of using Threatening Language and sentenced to Three Months.   His warrant number 15495.  He arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 52 years-old, cook, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 10 January 1885.

A search of BDM records shows a marriage to an Eliza Oakes at Horton on 12 November 1859.  A death is also recorded for a John Riley at Hobart on 12 March 1886 aged 54 years.

There is no further information. 

CHALLENGER; James

Native-born James was 28 years-old when found guilty on 16 October 1888 of Larceny and received a 14 Day sentence.  His warrant number 17407.  James arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as labourer, Protestant with no convictions and literate.  He was released on 29 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name was born at Sorell on 6 September 1860.  A marriage is also recorded to an Elizabeth Cowbourne at Sorell on 28 May 1884.  There is no further information.

CHILLINGTON; Joseph

Convict shipping records show Joseph arrived in VDL aboard the Lady Kennaway (2) from Portsmouth on 28 May 1851. He was found guilty on 10 February 1879 of being Unlawfully on Premises and sentenced to Two Months.   His warrant number 12748.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 45 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 9 April.

Joseph was in trouble again when found guilty on 30 June 1880 of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13485.  He was released on 29 September.

His third appearance took place when found guilty on 8 February 1884 of being Idle and Disorderly.  Joseph received a One Month sentence on this occasion.  He was released on 7 March.  All these offences took place at Sorell.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 2 September 1898 aged 78 years.  [It is possible the age of 45 years may have been incorrectly recorded as Chillington is not a common name]  There is no further information. 

CLARKE; Matthew

Convict shipping records show Matthew arrived in VDL aboard the Cadet (1) from Dublin on 24 August 1844. He was found guilty on 11 November 1878 of Stealing a Possum Skin Rug and sentenced to Three Months.   His warrant number 12608.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 55 years-old, cook, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 10 February 1879. 

Matthew was again found guilty on 29 August 1884 of Vagrancy and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 15460.  He is now shown as 63 years-old and was released on 11 September.  There is no further information. 

CROSS; Mary

Convict shipping records show Mary arrived in VDL aboard the Black Friar from Ireland on 29 May 1851. She was found guilty 27 January 1890 of being Drunk and sentenced to Seven Days.   His warrant number 18137.  She arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 56 years-old, widow, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Mary was released 1 February.  There is no further information. 

DALEY; John

Gate-book records show that John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Siam (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty on 22 January 1880 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 13274.  John arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 36 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 2 February1880.

The 23 October 1880 saw John guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13622.  He was released on 22 January 1881.

John was again found guilty of Larceny on 29 September 1881 and sentenced to Six Months on this occasion.  His warrant number 14033.  He was released on 28 March 1882.  All these offences took place at Sorell.  There is no further information. 

DAVIS; James

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL aboard the Moffatt (2) from Woolwich on 1 April 1838. He was found guilty on 27 December 1879 of Committing a Nuisance and sentenced to Seven Days.   His warrant number 13230.  James arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 68 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no [?] convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 2 January 1880.  There is no further information. 

DOUGLAS; Thomas

Native-born Thomas was remanded in custody on 10 April 1890 for Non-maintenance. His warrant number 18265.  James arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 33 years-old, labourer, Protestant with one conviction and illiterate.  He was discharged to the police on 11 April.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Caroline Franklin at Sorell on 21 February 1880.  His age is shown as 20 years and Caroline as 19 years.  There is no further information. 

FLOOD; John

Gate-book records show that John arrived in Tasmania aboard the Ratcliffe (date unknown) as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records reveals that there were five convicts with this name.  However, none of the five arrived per the Ratcliffe. John was found guilty on 29 December 1880 of Committing a Nuisance and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 13711.  John arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 62 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 11 January 1881.  There is no further information. 

FLYNN; James

A similar situation to the one above also occurs with James.  Gate-book records show that he supposedly arrived in Tasmania aboard the Equestrian (1) (date unknown) also as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records reveals that there were six convicts with this name.  However, none of the six arrived per the Equestrian (1). James was found guilty on 9 August 1879 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 13017.  John arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 50 years-old, plasterer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 8 November 1879.  There is no further information. 

FORD; Laurence William

Native-born Laurence was found guilty on 20 August 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to 14 Days. His warrant number 18447.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 26 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions. There is no entry regarding literacy.  He was released on 26 August after only serving a week suggesting that a fine was possibly paid.  There is no further information. 

GILBERT; David (see Young Offenders)

Native-born David was 10 years-old when found guilty on 27 February 1882 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 14236.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as having no occupation, Protestant with no convictions and literate [?]. David was released at 5.00 p.m. on 25 March.  There is no further information. 

GILBERT; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Theresa from London on 4 July 1845.  He was found guilty on 23 February 1878 of Stealing Money Under ₤1 ($2.00) and sentenced to One Month.   His warrant number 12276.  Thomas arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 54 years-old, labourer, a brick-maker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 22 March.

It is noted the money was stolen from Thomas Featherstone.  It is quite possible that David and Thomas were related.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Ann McQuirk at Hobart on 31 March 1851.  They were both listed as adults.  There is no further information. 

GILL; Thomas 

Native-born Thomas was found guilty on 22 February 1884 of Assaulting Police and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 15196.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 37 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no convictions and literate.  Thomas was released on 6 March.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Mary Ann Brooks at Sorell on 7 August 1873.  The man is shown as 22 years-old and Mary Ann as 20 years-old.  There is no further information. 

HARRISON; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Augusta and Jessie from London on 6 December 1838. He was found guilty on 24 November 1877 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months. His warrant number 12155.   Thomas arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 56 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 23 February.

Thomas was in trouble again when found guilty of the same offence on 3 June 1878.  He was again sentenced to Three Months gaol arriving the following day.  Thomas was eventually released on 2 September.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Rose Emma Greensmith at Emu Bay (Burnie) on 9 December 1886.  His age is shown as 59 years and Rose as 29 years.  There is no further information. 

HATTON; John

John was found guilty on 13 February 1889 of Non-maintenance and remanded for escort.  His warrant number 17583.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as native-born, 43 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Thomas was released on 6 March.  There is no further information.  He was escorted to Launceston on 19 February.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Harriet Walpole at Oatlands on 23 December 1872.  The man is shown as 23 years-old and Harriet as 18 years-old.    There is no further information. 

HIBBERTS; Joseph Charles

Native-born Joseph was found guilty on 19 December 1885 of Assaulting Police and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 16002.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 20 years-old, a seaman, Catholic with one prior conviction and illiterate.  Joseph was released on 11 January 1886 after a fine was paid.  There is no further information. 

HOWLEY; John (transported as HOOLEY) (see Richmond/New Norfolk)

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Pyramus from London on 24 March 1839. He was found guilty on 26 June 1879 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 12962.   John arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 52 years-old, labourer (blind), Catholic with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 25 July.  There is no further information. 

JONES; Thomas aka JAMES; John

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Duncan from Sheerness on 18 April 1841. He was found guilty on 7 February 1876 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Two Months. His warrant number 11341.   Thomas arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 61 years-old, labourer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  He was discharged to the Cascades Depot on 11 February.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 28 February 1888 aged 74 years.  It has also revealed several marriage possibilities that could be pursued. 

KENNAIRD; Thomas (transported as KENNA)

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the London (2) from Kingston, Ireland on 19 March 1851.  He was found guilty on 19 August 1875 of Non-maintenance and sentenced to Six Months. His warrant number 11151. He arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 46 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 18 February 1876.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Johanna Wright at Richmond on 19 September 1864.  He is shown as 33 years old and Johanna 37 years old.  There is no further information. 

KILBURN; John

Convict shipping records show John arrived in VDL aboard the Cornwall from Portsmouth on 11 June 1851. He was found guilty on 22 November 1878 of Indecent Behaviour and sentenced to One Month. His warrant number 12623.   John arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 52 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 21 December.  There is no further information. 

KINGSTON; Robert (Henry)

Native-born Robert was found guilty on 17 April 1880 of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 13397.  He arrived at CSG two days later is shown as 17 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no convictions and literate.  Robert was released on 16 October. 

A search of BDM records show a Robert Henry Kingston was born at Sorell on 15 October 1860.  There is no further information. 

LOWE; Joseph

Joseph was found guilty on 25 July 1885 of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 15841.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as native-born, 30 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Joseph was released on 24 October.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Ellen Lavell at Hobart on 5 October 1896.  The man is shown as 41 years-old and Ellen as 38 years-old.  There is no further information. 

LUCAS; John aka JOHNSTON; William

John is shown arriving in Tasmania aboard the Waihora (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty on 14 December 1886 of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 16544.  John arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 18 years-old, a seaman, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 14 June 1887.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Edith Margaret Davey at Portland on 18 January 1899.  The man is shown as 31 years-old and Edith as 23 years-old.  There is no further information.  

McQUADE; William (see Bellerive, Franklin, Kempton, Hamilton etc.)

William is shown arriving in Tasmania aboard the Phoebe (date unknown) as a free convict.  He was found guilty on 30 December 1875 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 11293.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 38 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 29 March 1876.  There is no further information.  

MILLS; Francis

Convict shipping records show Francis arrived in VDL aboard the Ratcliffe from Spithead on 12 November 1848. He was found guilty on 5 August 1878 of Stealing Stirrup Irons and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 12496.   Francis arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 70 years-old, a ploughman, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and illiterate.  He was released on 4 October. 

On 10 December 1881 Francis was found guilty of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 14116.  He was now 73 years-old with three or more prior convictions.  Francis was released on 9 March 1882.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 13 May 1893 aged 88 years.  There is no further information. 

MORRIS; Thomas

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived in VDL aboard the Earl Grey (1) from Plymouth on 14 January 1843. He was found guilty on 21 April 1888 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 17160.   Thomas arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 79 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 20 July.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 22 May 1891 aged 81 years.  There is no further information. 

MORRISON; William aka JOHNSTON

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Aboukir from London on 20 March 1852. He was found guilty on 11 August 1888 of Larceny and sentenced to Three Months.  His warrant number 17284.   Francis arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 74 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 10 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 25 October 1897 aged 86 years.  There is no further information.

MUNDAY; Henry

Native-born Henry was found guilty on 7 May 1879 of Non-maintenance and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 12881.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 54 years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant with one prior conviction and literate.  Henry was released on 6 November.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Ann Howe at Clarence on 2 February 1847.  The man is shown as 23 years-old and Ann 20 years-old.  There is no further information. 

RYAN; William Laurence

William was found guilty on 20 August 1890 of Disturbing the Peace and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 18447.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as native-born 36 years-old, labourer, Catholic with three or more prior convictions and literate.  William was released on 26 August.

A search of BDM records show a birth and a death of a person of this name. The birth was at Hobart on 5 April 1854 and the death at Lyell on 20 January 1899 aged 42 years. A further search also provided a marriage to a Mary Ann Gleeves at Richmond on 14 May 1883.  Both parties are shown as being 26 years-old.  There is no further information. 

SHEPPARD; Charles

Convict shipping records show Charles arrived in VDL aboard the Lotus from Portsmouth on 16 May 1833. He was found guilty on 6 August 1881 of Unlawfully Converting Property and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 13963.   Charles arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 75 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released to bail (no entry date).

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 3 March 1892 aged 90 years.  There is no further information. 

SIMMONDS; Edmund (SIMMONS)

Convict shipping records show Edmund arrived in VDL aboard the David Clarke from Plymouth on 4 October 1841. He was found guilty on 21 May 1881 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to Two Months.  His warrant number 13896.   Edmund arrived at CSG four days later and is shown as 83 years-old, a shoemaker, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and illiterate.  He was released on 20 July.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Hobart on 28 September 1881 aged 84 years.  There is no further information. 

THALLEN; Albert (THALLIN)

Albert was found guilty on 21 September 1887 of Larceny and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 16919.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as native-born, 24 years-old, labourer, Protestant with no convictions and literate.  Albert was released on 20 October. 

A search of BDM records reveal a person of this name married an Amy Isobel Alomes at Sorell on 23 January 1890.  The man is shown as 25 years-old and Amy, as 19 years-old.  There is no further information. 

TRAVERS; Hugh

Native-born Hugh was found guilty on 6 January 1886 of Resisting the Police and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 16027.  He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 50 years-old, labourer, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  Hugh was released on 19 January.  There is no further information. 

WALKER; James (see Bothwell, Green Ponds, Richmond etc.)

Convict shipping records show James arrived in VDL aboard the Duke of Richmond from Norfolk Island on 12 March 1844. He was found guilty on 20 November 1879 of using Obscene Language and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 133161. James arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 69 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  He was released on 3 December.

On 26 October 1885 James was found guilty of being Drunk and Disorderly and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 15942.  He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as before but now being 76 years-old.   James was released on 31 October.  [It appears that a fine may have been paid.]

James was in trouble again on 7 April 1887 when found guilty of using Obscene Language.  He received another 14 Day sentence.  His warrant number 16720.  James was released on 20 April.   [All three offences took place at Sorell.]

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Launceston on 20 March 1895 aged 82 years.  There is no further information. 

WALKER; William

Convict shipping records show William arrived in VDL aboard the Asia (4) from Sheerness on 21 February 1836. He was found guilty on 23 October 1875 of Stealing Bacon and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant number 11210.   William arrived at CSG four days later and is shown as 68 years-old, a painter and glazier, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 22 April 1876.

It is noted that the bacon was stolen from a John Harrod. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name died at Deloraine on 31 August 1885 aged 80 years.  Marriage records reveal a number of possibilities. There is no further information. 

WATERS; James

Gate-book records show James arrived aboard the Duke of Richmond as a free settler.  A search of convict shipping records has failed to confirm this.  James was found guilty on 5 December 1883 of being Idle and Disorderly and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 15061. He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 73 years-old, a gardener, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  James was released on 3 January 1884. 

WATERS; Thomas aka WOODS or JONES (transported as WALTERS)

Convict shipping records show Thomas arrived aboard the Asiatic on 23 September 1843.  He was found guilty on 19 November 1883 of Committing a Nuisance and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 15033.   He arrived at CSG two days later and is shown as 57 years-old, a carpenter, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  He was released on 1 December. 

A search of BDM records shows a person of this name [Waters] married a Margaret O’Brien at Hobart on 22 March 1852.  The man is shown as 22 years-old and Margaret as 16 years-old.  They also show a death at Launceston on 22 August 1887 aged 60 years.  There is no further information. 

WETHERALL; George (WEATHERALL)

Convict shipping records show George arrived aboard the Eden (2) from Woolwich on 5 July 1842.  He was found guilty on 12 September 1890 of being Drunk etc. and sentenced to Seven Days.  His warrant number 18511.   He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 70 years-old, a tailor, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and literate.  George was released on 18 September.

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married a Margaret Reardon at Launceston on 5 April 1852.  The man is shown as 31 years-old and Margaret as 21 years-old.  There is no further information. 

WILLIAMS; George (John)

Convict shipping records show George arrived aboard the Blundell from Norfolk Island on 6 July 1844.  He was found guilty on 26 December 1885 of Indecent Conduct and sentenced to 14 Days.  His warrant number 16010.   He arrived at CSG the same day and is shown as 63 years-old, labourer, Protestant with one [?] prior conviction and literate.  George was released on 8 January 1886. 

A search of BDM records show a person of this name married an Ellen Murphy at Hobart on 10 August 1857.  The man was 35 years-old and Ellen 31 years-old.  There is also another marriage shown to a Sarah Bennett at Hobart on 30 April 1855.  The man was 33 years-old and Sarah 46 years-old.  A death is also recorded for a male with this name at New Norfolk on 27 April 1894 aged 73 years.  There is no further information. 

WOOLEY; William aka WALLER

Convict shipping records show William arrived aboard the Asia (5) from London on 6 August 1840.  Gate-book records show Asia (4).  He was found guilty on 9 February 1883 on three charges of Larceny and sentenced to Six Months.  His warrant numbers 14711/14712/14713.   He arrived at CSG the following day and is shown as 78 years-old, a painter, Protestant with three or more prior convictions and could only read.  William was released on 8 August.  There is no further information. 

YOUNG; Charles

Native-born Charles was found guilty on 16 May 1877 of On Premises Unlawfully and sentenced to One Month.  His warrant number 936.  He arrived at CSG three days later and is shown as 22 years-old, an engine driver, Protestant with no prior convictions and literate.  Charles was released on 15 June. 

A search of BDM records shows the birth of two persons with this name.  One born at Hobart on 9 October 1856 and the other at Spring Bay (Orford) on 2 August 1854.  It also shows a marriage to a Louisa Adeline Mundy at Sorell on 7 February 1879.  Both people were 24 years-old.  There is also a death recorded at Kingston on 10 January 1880 aged 20 years. There is no further information.