Researchers who have claimed this convict
There are currently 2 researchers who have claimed Ellen Lewis
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
- Researcher (Trish Ivar)
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Biographies
Ellen Lewis was born about 1807. Old Bailey records state she was indicted for stealing two pairs of shoes and an apron from Bridget Magner on 16 November 1831; Ellen was lodging for the night at Bridget's premises in Harris-street. In her defence Ellen stated it had been a wet night and the landlady had lent her the garments. Ellen was sentenced to seven years transportation and arrived in Sydney on the Burrell. She was described as being 4ft 9in, of sallow complexion, with sandy hair and grey eyes, a Protestant, plain cook and maid of all work. She had no education. Ellen was working for the Australian Agricultural Company at Tahlee, Port Stephens, when she received her ticket of leave in 1837. Ellen married convict William Chaplin on 28 September 1833 at Heber Chapel, Cobbity. They had three daughters, Lucy Ann (1838), Eleanor Ann (1842) and Mary (1846). Ellen died 18 August 1859 at Braidwood of 'apoplexy caused by habits of intemperance'.
Submitted by Researcher (Trish Ivar) on 6 April 2015
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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
Ellen was born about 1802 Middlesex. (Note! She is sometimes referred to as Eleanor in later records)
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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Ellen was tried and convicted at Middlesex Gaol Delivery on 1 December 1831 of "steal blankets" and sentenced to 7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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Ellen arrived Sydney aged about 30 aboard Burrell on 20 May 1832 with her Indent showing trade as "housemaid". She is evidenced on 1837 Census assigned Australian Agricultural Co Port Stephens NSW
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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Ellen made application to marry William Chaplin (Eliza 1828) on 8 September 1833
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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With the consent of the Governor Ellen married William Chaplin (Eliza) on 19 September 1833 at Church of England Narellan NSW
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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Ellen and William had two known children; Lucy Ann Chaplin 1838 & Eleanor Ann Chaplin 1842
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 June 2014
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Ellen died 1859 at Braidwood NSW and was buried Braidwood General Cemetery
(Registered Eleanor)
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 10 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 11/8, p.250
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