Snaresbrook1859

Snaresbrook
Barque: 459 tons
Captain: J Straker
Surgeon Superintendent:
Sailed London 1859 - arrived Wellington September 7th 1859

The Captain and First Mate were arrested on a charge of murdering crew member Francis Muir. This story will be added to our list.

Arrival of the Snaresbrook

Name Age County Occupation
Passengers
Harris G L
Crew
Muir Francis Died on board reportedly of consumption
Straker Charles First Mate and Brother of Captain
                                             

Copyright Denise & Peter 2004

Reference:
Wellington Independent September 9th 1859