Re: John Forsyth- Cortolvin Co. Monaghan. (Dave Hall) > Was it an assisted or unassisted voyage? If unassisted then it would > give an idea of wealth, possible land ownership etc Thanks for your message Dave. My John Forsyth (1812-1890) was the son of John Forsyth, linen draper and Mary Moore. He came on a assisted passage to NSW in 1839. He listed his occupation on various records as a servant, farmer or a cook. He could read and write. Elizabeth Gillies was the daughter of John Gillies and Mary Stephenson of Horsleydown, London. It is not known if John and Elizabeth met in London or when they both travelled to NSW on the ship "Amelia Thompson" in 1839. What's on his death certificate? Four children were listed, two sons and two daughters. Son, Joseph who died aged two years, the other son's name unknown. Daughters Mary Ann and Ann. His parents names were unknown to his daughter Ann, the informant on his death certificate and his place of marriage was incorrect.....no other helpful information. It's a long shot but I'll keep plugging away!! Thanks again Dave, Carole (for husband Rob.)