James Lockard (1814–1833)
James Lockard, a farmer's boy, was sentenced to life transportation for shop breaking. He had no previous convictions. He arrived in Sydney in 1830 aboard the Edward. According to the ship's indent he was 5 feet ¼ inch (152.5 cms) tall, with a ruddy, slightly freckled complexion, dark hazel eyes and light brown hair. He could read. His name was given as James Lockhart in the newspaper descriptions of his murder trial.
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- Lockard is found guilty of murdering Murdoch Campbell, Sydney Monitor, 2 February 1833, p 3
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Lockard, James
- Campbell, Murdoch (crime victim)
Citation details
'Lockard, James (1814–1833)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/lockard-james-15255/text36688, accessed 9 November 2024.
Life Summary [details]
Alternative Names
- Lockhart, James
Birth
Death
4 February,
1833
(aged ~ 19)
Sydney,
New South Wales,
Australia
Cause of Death
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