15th January 2009
Two of my stories are linked to Dave’s description of Richmond. One of the convicts at the gaol, Solomon Blay, was transported for a term of fourteen years for making counterfeit coins in 1836. By 1841 he had been awarded the title of Sheriff’s Operator as he had become a hangman (despite still being a prisoner). He was even allowed out of Richmond Gaol for the purpose of executing prisoners at Hobart and Launceston!
Mind Your Step!
The building of St Luke the Physician Church was started in 1834 and two years later a couple enquired about being wed there. Only trouble was, the floor was not complete, so the minister had to arrange to have planks laid over the joists so the happy couple and friends could walk up the aisle and tie the knot.
Jean
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