Researchers who have claimed this convict
There are currently 3 researchers who have claimed William Davis
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
- Researcher (Kathleen Kay Palmer)
- Researcher (5540)
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Biographies
William partnered Ralph Churton (Indefatigable 1812) in sheep stealing.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 19 April 1823.page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Research notes
William was born about 1784 Bristol and was convicted at Taunton in 1807 and sentenced to 7 years transportation, he arrived Sydney aboard Admiral Gambier on 22 December 1808
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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William was transferred to Tasmania aboard Union on 1 October 1810.
Source; Tasmanian Archives Convict Index.
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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William was noted F/S (Free by Servitude) as at 1 March 1823.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 1 March 1823 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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William and Ralph Churton (Indefatigable) were convicted on 14 April 1823 of steal 107 sheep from John Cassidy on 26 February 1822 and sentenced to death.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 19 Apr 1923 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 20 July 2014
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William Davis and Ralph Churton were hanged on 14 April 1823 Hobart Gaol.
Source; Colonial Times 5 January 1827 page 4
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 20 July 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. |
