Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed Thomas Bidwell
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
There are currently no biographies attached to this convict. Research notes
Thomas was convicted at Bristol Quarter Sessions about 1817 and entente to 7 years transportation, he arrived Sydney aboard Lord Eldon on 30 September 1817 with an alias "Child" noted.
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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It is not known how Thomas arrived Tasmania however Thomas was convicted on 16 June 1827 of forge "Bill of Exchange" in August 1824 and sentenced to death.
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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Source; Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 16 May 1827 p3 and Hobert Town Gazette 14 April 1827 p4 & 21 April1827 p4 & 23 June1827 p4 & 29 June1827 p3 & 30 June1827 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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Thomas was hanged on 7 July 1827 at Hobart Gaol.
Source; Colonial Times 22 June 1827 p3 & 29 June 1827 p3 & 6 July 1827 p4 and Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 20 July 1827 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 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. Sources
- The National Archives (TNA) : HO 11/2, p.325
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