Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed James Eales
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
James partnered his brother Wiiliam Eales (Sir William Bensley 1817) in sheep stealing.
Source; Colonial Times 27 January 1826 page 3
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. Research notes
James was born about 1808 Mitcham Surrey and was convicted with his brother William at Surrey Assizes on 28 March 1816 and entranced to 7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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James and William arrived Sydney aboard Sir William Bensley on 10 March 1817
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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James gained his Certificate of Freedom in May 1823.
Source; Hobert Town Gazette 24 May 1823 page 1
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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James and his brother William Eales were convicted in January 1826 of sheep stealing and robberies Thomas Bell and Richard Hoilam and sentenced to death.
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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James and his brother William Eales were convicted in January 1826 of sheep stealing and robberies Thomas Bell and Richard Hoilam and sentenced to death.
Source; Colonial Times 27 January 1826 p3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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James Eales and William Eales were hanged on 17 February 1826 at Hobart Gaol.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 25 February 1826 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.300
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