Edward Alders (c. 1801–1886)
Edward Alders, a labourer, was sentenced to seven years transportation for stealing fruit. He arrived in Sydney in 1820 aboard the Eliza. He was described as being 5 feet 5¼ inches (166 cms) tall, with a fair ruddy complexion, dark brown hair and blue eyes. He was forwarded to Parramatta for distribution. In 1822 he was working in a road party in Liverpool. He was granted a ticket of leave on 12 August 1824. In 1825 he was working as a labourer at Bathurst.
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Alders, Robina (wife)
- Panton, Ellen (daughter)
- Panton, William Wenyss (son-in-law)
Citation details
'Alders, Edward (c. 1801–1886)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/alders-edward-29717/text36790, accessed 6 December 2023.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
c.
1801
London,
Middlesex,
England
Death
29 April,
1886
(aged ~ 85)
Kempsey,
New South Wales,
Australia
Cause of Death
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