Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed John Jenkins
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
There are currently no biographies attached to this convict. Research notes
John was born about 1812 Northumberland
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 11 June 2014
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John was tried and convicted at Northumberland Newcastle upon Tyne Quarter Sessions on 4 April 1832 of "theft" and sentenced ton7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 11 June 2014
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John arrived Sydney aged about 21 aboard Asia on 27 June 1833 with his Indent showing trade as"sailor".
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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John together with Thomas Tattersdale (Asia 1833) shot & murdered Dr Robert Wardell of Petersham on 7 September 1834.
Source; Sydney Moniter 17 Sept 1834 p2 & 8 Nov 1834 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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John &Thomas were convicted of murder at Supreme Court on 6 Nov 1834 and sentenced to death.
Source ; Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 13 Set 1834 p1, 16 Sept 1834 p2 & 8 Nov 1834 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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John was hanged together with Thomas Tattersdale on 10 November 1834 at Sydney NSW.
Source; Sydney Herald 13 November 1834 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 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. Sources
- The National Archives (TNA) : HO 11/9, p.16
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