Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed Martin Higgins
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
Martin partnered Daniel Macpherson (Morley 1823) in house robberies.
Source; Colonial Times 22 June 1827 page3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 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
Martin was born about 1801 and convicted at Lancaster Quarter Sessions on 4 November 1822 and sentenced to 7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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Martin arrived Tasmania aged about 22 aboard Commodore Hayes on 16 August 1823
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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Martin and Daniel Macpherson were convicted in June 1827 of breaking into home of Edward Bye and sentenced to death.
Source; Colonial Times 22 June 1827 p3 & 29 June 1827 & 6 July 1827 p4
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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Martin Higgins and Daniel Macpherson were hanged on 7 July 1827 at Hobart Gaol.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 23 June 1827 p4 & 7 July 1827 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 11/5, p.25
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