> > Hi Lesley, The following is from the Chronological Register of Convicts in Moreton Bay (held by QSA) Arrived on the "ALLIGATOR" Schooner on 30th April 1827 Number 980 Name: Marcellis DAY " Born in the Colony" Occupation: Labourer Tried in the Quarter Sessions in LIVERPOOL NSW, 2nd January 1827 for Petit Larceny Sentenced to 7 Years in Moreton Bay. He returned to Sydney 4th July 1832 His Description is as follows Aged: 23 Years Height 5 foot 9 Inches Skin: Sallow Complexion Hair: Light Brown Eyes: Grey Religion: RC he subsequently received a Colonial Pardon 1st Feb 1833 in NSW (see State Records NSW ) I hope this adds a little more "Meat" to the bones so to speak Regards Sue.