Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed Ralph Churton
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
Ralph partnered William Davis (Admiral Gambier 1808) in sheep stealing.
Source;,Hobart Town Gazette 19 April 1823 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 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
Ralph was born about 1790 Warwickshire and was convicted at Warwick Assizes on 10 August 1811 and sentenced to 7 years transportation, he arrived Tasmania aboard Indefatigable on 19 October 1812
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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Ralph was recorded F/S (Free by Servitude) by 1 March 1823.
Source;,Hobart Town Gazette 1 March 1823.page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 18 July 2014
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Ralph and William Davis (Admiral Gambier) were convicted on 14 Apr 1823 of steal 107 sheep on 26 Feb 1822 from John Cassidy and sentenced to death.
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 19 April 1823 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 20 July 2014
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Source; Hobart Town Gazette 4 May 1822 p2 & 18 May 1822 p1 & 13 July 1822!p1 & 1 March 1823 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 20 July 2014
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Ralph Churton and William Davis were hanged on 14 April 1823 at Hobart Gaol.
Source; Colonial Times 5 January 1827 page 4
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 20 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.71
- Tasmanian Archive and Heritage Office (TAHO) : CON13-1-1, 19
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