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« on: Wednesday 11 September 13 22:56 BST (UK) »
Hi Val and Steve
Many thanks to you both for your very useful assistance and links, and given so promptly!
Val: you information is probably the first major breakthrough in over 5 years of searching
Ironically, I have visited Moncton twice: in 1988 and in 2007 when I was researching information about my grandmother's family: Daniel McAuley, who lived in Rexton-Richibucto, and who built the "Our Hope' and sailed it out to New Zealand, arriving 3 August 1863.
The 'War Spirit, also built in NB, arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on 17th June 1863, so within 6 weeks I have 2 links with NB
Living almost half way around the world away, it is difficult to undertake 'on-the-ground' research, so I do appreciate the very helpful assistance given by anonymous and generous researchers
My research into the 'War Spirit' reveals that it took 245 passengers to Melbourne Australia in Mar-Jun 1857, and there were 140 'other' passengers to New Zealand in Mar-Jun 1863 in addition to the 82 Bohemians. It is a real shame that on those 100-plus sailing days, some-one didn't sketch the ship, write about conditions, etc
Steve: Being on the Puhoi 150th Anniversay Committee, I am aware of the contents, and I have recently located and contacted Carol, whose material has proved very beneficial, so nevertheless thank you for your links. If anyone is interested, the Puhoi links reveal much about our recent celebrations
If anyone reading these postings, and has additional information, please do not hestitate to contact me
Again thanks for your assistance and good luck with your research
Regrds
Stephen
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