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James Palmer |
| Birth |
abt 1828, Port Logan Wigtownshire Scotland |
| Death |
17 Jun 1901, Geelong |
| Death Memo |
Vic 5813 |
| Burial |
19 Jun 1901, The New General Cemetery Geelong |
| Occupation |
Convict, Brewer, Gold digger , Storekeeper |
| Religion |
Presbyterian |
| Father |
Adam Palmer (~1796-1864) |
| Mother |
Susan Mean (1799-1885) |
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| Marriage |
30 Jun 1854, Free Church Geelong |
| Marriage Memo |
Vic. 2593 |
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| Notes for Mary Jane Wallace |
Mary arrived in 1852.
I have seen Wallace spelt as Wallis |
| Notes for James (Spouse 1) |
James arrived on the "Marion" boat Jan 1848 and was given a Royal Pardon. He was convicted of stealing a glass. Notes attached to his papers read "taught trade of cooper, single, reads & writes. Disposal - went ashore at his own request." He was subsequently charged and convicted in December 1848 for passing a cheque for about 10 pounds with insufficient funds. He was sentenced to 1 year hard labour in Melbourne. His will is recorded at Laverton Public Records Office VPRS No 30 Unit 9 1-84-3
The "Marion" was launched in 1834 from Calcutta India, and was one of a number of well built, teak boats. It was one of the fastest boats with a best time from London to Tasmania of 94 days. James' voyage embarked on 29 Sep 1847 from London and arrived at Williamstown on 25 Jan 1848 (via Tasmania) - 128 days. 299 men were on board. The "Marion" was finally wrecked off Newfoundland in 1877. |
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