Dictionary of Sydney

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Starkey, James

Sailor who died in the wreck of the Edward Lombe in Sydney Harbour in August 1834. His body was found washed up near the wreck with that of passenger Charles Kemp. Both were formally identified by the first mate Thomas  Marshall at an inquest on 6 September. Their remains were very decomposed when found, and the treatment the bodies received on their way to burial caused a public outcry. 

Milestone
Died
25 Aug 1834
Buried
06 Sep 1834
Name
Alternate
Starkie, James
Occupation
Position
- 25 Aug 1834