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
- 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 December 2023.
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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