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Day by Day 1788

Wednesday, 9th July

Weather

Fair

Wind: North to West Winds

Temperature: 55 F 12.7 C

Events

The magistrates court sits. Thomas Sanderson is accused of breaking into the tent of John Boyle with felonious intent. The case is remanded for trial in the criminal court.

Governor Phillip writes his fourth dispatch to Lord Sydney. He also writes a private letter to Evan Nepean. Ross writes three letters to Philip Stephens, Secretary of the Admiralty Board.

People of the First Fleet

Marine Officers, Marines, Ships Crews and Officials, with families

The First Fleet Register (Convicts only)

First Fleet Convicts, First Fleet Online

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July 1788