Trained builder from London. Brought with him two prefabricated houses and tools. Granted 3943 acres and took 3933 acres in Murray district and 10 acres on Rottnest Island. Departed 1832 for New South Wales and returned with a wife (Frances) whom he married in New South Wales as master and owner of the ship 'Jolly Rambler'. The family departed in September 1835 per 'Eagle' for Van Diemens Land.