The Hardey Brothers
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Wednesday, 3 February 1830
Wednesday Morning - " Bore down again near to land and discovered it to be Garden Island. Turned the ship as soon as this discovery was made and sailed round Rottennest [sic]. Discovered several reefs and breakers, but were fortunate enough to avoid coming near any of them.
Entered Guages [sic] (Gage's) Roads a little afternoon. And were safely piloted opposite to Swan River Mouth where we came to anchor about 3 Oclock in the afternoon."
Dr Thomas Brownell records that; "Cap'n Scott, the Harbour Master came on board, and conducted us to our anchorage."
Entered Guages [sic] (Gage's) Roads a little afternoon. And were safely piloted opposite to Swan River Mouth where we came to anchor about 3 Oclock in the afternoon."
Dr Thomas Brownell records that; "Cap'n Scott, the Harbour Master came on board, and conducted us to our anchorage."
Thursday, 21 January 1830
" This morning we heard the melancholy intelligence that Mr Wm. Hardey was dead; he was found in bed in a lifeless state about 1/2 past six Oclock in the morning, was laid on his back with his head upon a high pillow and his chin set in his bosom. Had a silk handkerchief wrapped twice round his neck and tied in a hard knot. His shirt neck was also buttoned; his neck was black and had evident marks that the shirt or Handkerchief had been too tight during the night;
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The Surgeon (Mr Brownell) was immediately called. Gave it his opinion that he had died from strangulation."
"The body was immediately removed and laid upon the Cabin table. M. B. took from him 3 lbs of blood and attempted to inflate the lungs but all to no effect. The vital spark had fled.
At the request of his friends, the body was opened by Mr Brownell, in the presence of the Captn. & 2nd Mate, Mr M. Clarkson, Mr Leach, and myself. Mr B. was more fully confirmed in his former opinion and stated that the pressure of the handkerchief had prevented the proper circulation of the blood which had lowed into his head and occasioned his death. Or in his own words, it was Extravasation of blood on the Brain occasioned by strangulation.
"The body was immediately removed and laid upon the Cabin table. M. B. took from him 3 lbs of blood and attempted to inflate the lungs but all to no effect. The vital spark had fled.
At the request of his friends, the body was opened by Mr Brownell, in the presence of the Captn. & 2nd Mate, Mr M. Clarkson, Mr Leach, and myself. Mr B. was more fully confirmed in his former opinion and stated that the pressure of the handkerchief had prevented the proper circulation of the blood which had lowed into his head and occasioned his death. Or in his own words, it was Extravasation of blood on the Brain occasioned by strangulation.
" A very strong Coffin was made into which he was put with a quantity of spirits. It being the intention of his friends to have him interred on shore. This event has made a chasm in our party. He was a young man, who was generally respected by all on board, for cheerfulness, and mildness of disposition I have seldom, if ever, seen is equal."
Wednesday, 20 January 1830
"This evening, Mr Wm. Hardey had an attack of the cholic which was removed by a little medicine from the Surgeon and when he went to bed expressed himself to be in perfect health."
Today marked the end of the 19th week since leaving Hull.
Today marked the end of the 19th week since leaving Hull.
Tuesday, 19 January 1830
Today: " Messrs Clarkson's and Hardey's purchased 2 cwt [around 101 KG] of damaged biscuit of the Capt. which they purpose giving to the Cattle as need may require."
Sunday, 10 January 1930
On the deck of the Tranby: " This afternoon, Mr. Joshua Hardey preached from Ecclesiastes, Chapter 14 Verse 21. "
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Saturday, 19 December 1829
The Tranby's anchor was weighed around noon after the boarding of the last passengers returning from Cape Town. The wind was light and weather fine. Tranby sailed smoothly out of Table Bay.
George Johnson records: " Stock &c Taken on board at the Cape:
Captn. Story on his own acct. 6 young Heifers, 1 drape Cow, 6 or 7 years old; 1 Goat, also a quantity of Cape sheep to be killed on the passage.
Messrs Clarkson: 2 young Heifers, 1 fat Cow, 5 years old; 1 Mare; and, 1 she Goat with 3 Geese; 2 Ducks; and 6 Pigeons.
Messrs Hardey's; 2 young Heifers; 1 Mare; 3 Goats; 3 Geese; 2 Ducks & 12 Peogons; 2 Turkeys.
Messrs Clarkson's & Hardey's jointly: 1 Stallion; 1 He Goat; 10 Fowls; 1 Pipe odf Wine; a quantity of Wheat; Barley; Oates; Groceries & c. &c."
Captn. Story on his own acct. 6 young Heifers, 1 drape Cow, 6 or 7 years old; 1 Goat, also a quantity of Cape sheep to be killed on the passage.
Messrs Clarkson: 2 young Heifers, 1 fat Cow, 5 years old; 1 Mare; and, 1 she Goat with 3 Geese; 2 Ducks; and 6 Pigeons.
Messrs Hardey's; 2 young Heifers; 1 Mare; 3 Goats; 3 Geese; 2 Ducks & 12 Peogons; 2 Turkeys.
Messrs Clarkson's & Hardey's jointly: 1 Stallion; 1 He Goat; 10 Fowls; 1 Pipe odf Wine; a quantity of Wheat; Barley; Oates; Groceries & c. &c."
Tuesday, 8 December 1829
" Dec. 8 Tuesday morning, between one and two Oclock were safely anchored in Table Bay. After which we retired for a little while to rest. When we arose had a fine view of Cape Town."
Sunday, 6 December 1829
George writes: "Half past 2 P.M. Mr Jno. Hardey preached from the Parable of the Prodigal Son. In the evening held a prayer Meeting in the Steerage. Found it a profitable season."
Wednesday, 11 November 1929
"Increase of Stock: Mr William Hardey's 17 Rabbits from 2 does, 6 of which died - 11 remaining."
Monday, 9 November 1829
" At 10 a.m. Mr Hardey's mare died. On being opened her complaint was found to be inflammation on the lungs, and liver. The rest of the horses, appear pretty well but rather thin in condition."
Wednesday 4 November 1829
The Hardey's crossed the Equator today with a steady breeze and pleasant weather. 109 miles covered today. The temperature at noon was 83'F in the Cabin. We are heading in a SSW direction.
Currently the closest land is South America which is 1,100 km away and to our left is the nearest point of Africa at 1,900 km away. King Neptune shaved most of the men on board. The Hardey brothers would rather forfeit a bottle of Grogg to the Sailors involved instead. Have been at sea eight weeks today. |
Saturday, 7 November 1829
"One of Messrs Hardey's mares is ill. Has been bled 3 times. She has had a cough [for] sometime and now appears to have a degree of stupour in the head attended with listlessness and a rappid [sic] pulse."
Saturday, 17 October 1829
An entry from George Johnson's Diary records that on board the Tranby: "Messrs Hardey's have lost more of their young pigs leaving a remainder of five. Only one gilt." (a young female swine)
Tuesday, 29 September 1829
Morning - "Strong gales and cloudy weather".
"Mr Hardey's young pigs are reduced to six. - the weather being rough, some have perished - the motion of the ship has caused others to be trampled to death by the Old Sow." |
Sunday, 27 September 1829
Sailing in a West South West direction with the winds from the North East. Just 59 miles travelled today.
"Light airs and hazy weather"
"This morning Messrs Hardey's have had an increase of Pigs. Seventeen from on Sow. Four of which died".
Afternoon - "Mr Josh. Hardey preached from "Godliness s profitable for all things &c." A good degree of seriousness and solemnity was produced".
"Light airs and hazy weather"
"This morning Messrs Hardey's have had an increase of Pigs. Seventeen from on Sow. Four of which died".
Afternoon - "Mr Josh. Hardey preached from "Godliness s profitable for all things &c." A good degree of seriousness and solemnity was produced".
Tuesday, 15th September 1829
Tranby has dropped anchor off the coast near Dungeness in Kent.
The three Hardey brothers, along with Ann and Elizabeth, are thought to have gone ashore, at Dungeness, and explored New Romney today.
A party of 14 passengers were rowed to the shore and spent the day exploring. Lunch at an Inn.
The three Hardey brothers, along with Ann and Elizabeth, are thought to have gone ashore, at Dungeness, and explored New Romney today.
A party of 14 passengers were rowed to the shore and spent the day exploring. Lunch at an Inn.
Saturday, 12th September 1829
The Hardeys are now sailing on the Tranby, slowly proceeding down the North Sea, between Holland and England, heading for the English Channel. Many of the party are sea sick. Their indentured servants are looking after both the members of the Hardey party, as well as tending to their extensive livestock.
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Wednesday, 9 September 1829
The three Hardey brothers departed Kingston-upon-Hull on the Tranby.
This afternoon towed down the Humber, headed for the North Sea.
For a newspaper's detailed coverage of the Tranby's Departure. [Click Here]
This afternoon towed down the Humber, headed for the North Sea.
For a newspaper's detailed coverage of the Tranby's Departure. [Click Here]
Sunday, 6 September 1829
"On Sunday afternoon, the Rev. Thomas H. Squance, late missionary at Ceylon, preached to a large concourse of people on board the ship and on the quay."
Nearly four thousand persons were assembled on this occasion, so great was the interest excited.
[See here for a full description of the Service]
Nearly four thousand persons were assembled on this occasion, so great was the interest excited.
[See here for a full description of the Service]
Saturday, 5th September 1829
John Wall Hardey married young Ann Davey today at Ulcceby, near Barton-upon-Humber, England. The Hardey family would have then made their way over to Hull.
Friday, 4th September 1829
Many of the passengers are now in Kingston-upon-Hull waiting to board the Tranby. The Clarksons are also in town along with all their Indentured servants.
Tuesday, 11 August 1829
Young Joseph Hardey marries today. On 11 August 1829, in the parish church of Hatfield, the 25 year old Joseph, married 29 year old Ann Robertson (born 18 June 1800) of Hatfield, Levels, Yorkshire, by whom Joseph will go to have six daughters and one son. Ann was about to set sail to the other side of the world, with her new husband, less than a month later. (Hatfield is located within the historic boundaries of the West Riding of Yorkshire on the border of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire)
Before Departure - The Hardeys in England
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The Hardey Family
The Hardeys of Barrow in Lincolnshire were people of faith. We know John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist Church, was preaching in and around Barrow-Upon-Humber, the small village in the north of Lincolnshire, where the family lived. Wesley's diary records he spoke at Barrow at least five times up to his death in 1791. Barrow upon Humber is a village and civil parish in North Lincolnshire, England. The village is situated near the Humber, about 3 miles (5 km) east from Barton-upon-Humber. It's population in 1829 was around 1,300.
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The Hardeys were working class people. After the English 'Enclosures Act' the family had been granted several fields of land while the records show that Robert Hardey was a Merchant, working his trade from a grain store in the middle of Barrow. (That building still stands in Barrow today.)
The voyage to Australia was not undertaken on a whim, it was well managed and planned. Three boys were to take part in an early trip to the Swan River Colony.
The voyage to Australia was not undertaken on a whim, it was well managed and planned. Three boys were to take part in an early trip to the Swan River Colony.
Their parents, Robert Hardey (born about 1775, married 1 June 1801, died 1851) and his wife Ann (nee Wall) Hardey (born 1777, died 1847) had fifteen children (ten boys & five girls). Twelve of whom lived to reach adulthood. Of these, in addition to the three who were preparing to sail to the Swan River;
The trip to Western Australia was independently financed. It was backed by a Mr Bernard Clarkson Senior, a banker and member of the powerful Missionary Branch of the Committee of British Methodism. Bernard Clarkson was a local Methodist preacher at the time John Wesley was still alive. Bernard Clarkson Senior himself sailed to the colony at a latter date with 'Uncle John' an uncle of Joseph, and John Wall Hardey in the Cygnet. This is described in local Methodist history as the 'second wave' of Wesley Methodism to the Swan River Colony.
- Samuel (b. 1805), was a minister who preached in India, South Africa and later the Swan River;
- Susannah (b. 1809), married and sailed for Kingston Jamaica;
- Edward (b. 1817), sailed for India, while,
- Henry (b. 1819, Barrow, d. 24 October1888, NZ), sailed to the Swan River in 1850, married twice, before trying his luck in New Zealand.
The trip to Western Australia was independently financed. It was backed by a Mr Bernard Clarkson Senior, a banker and member of the powerful Missionary Branch of the Committee of British Methodism. Bernard Clarkson was a local Methodist preacher at the time John Wesley was still alive. Bernard Clarkson Senior himself sailed to the colony at a latter date with 'Uncle John' an uncle of Joseph, and John Wall Hardey in the Cygnet. This is described in local Methodist history as the 'second wave' of Wesley Methodism to the Swan River Colony.
John Wesley ministered for more than fifty years until his death in 1791. He laid the foundation for what was to become an organisation that not only outgrew the Methodism of his time, but which spread around the world leaving a significant legacy for future Christianity as well as future societies in general. The vehicle for the preservation of this legacy was the genius of the Wesley Methodism organization derived wholly from its founder. Wesley organised his new converts at first into 'bands', little groups of two or three who regularly met to encourage and sustain each member’s newfound faith and promote growth in holiness.
He then found it necessary, as numbers grew, to form ‘classes’ of between 10–20 people for the same purpose and to appoint ‘class leaders’. Members were on trial for a period of time before being issued with a full ‘ticket’ of membership into these classes. 'Societies' were formed next (note, they were not called 'churches' at the time) comprised of groups of 'bands' and 'classes'. Wesley then formed 'circuits' consisting of groups of societies in a given area over which, in time, a superintendent was appointed. Another early initiative, at first resisted by Wesley, eventually proved to be a most effective tool of Methodism; this was the lay, or ‘local’, preacher. This ‘Methodistic’ style organisation featured strongly in the work of nineteenth century missionaries.
He then found it necessary, as numbers grew, to form ‘classes’ of between 10–20 people for the same purpose and to appoint ‘class leaders’. Members were on trial for a period of time before being issued with a full ‘ticket’ of membership into these classes. 'Societies' were formed next (note, they were not called 'churches' at the time) comprised of groups of 'bands' and 'classes'. Wesley then formed 'circuits' consisting of groups of societies in a given area over which, in time, a superintendent was appointed. Another early initiative, at first resisted by Wesley, eventually proved to be a most effective tool of Methodism; this was the lay, or ‘local’, preacher. This ‘Methodistic’ style organisation featured strongly in the work of nineteenth century missionaries.
The Hardey brother's plan was to arrive in the new colony prior to the end of 1830 so they would be eligible for land grants proportional to their capital. Having gathered all available evidence, the Hardeys set about making their preparations in conjunction with the Clarksons. They recruited servants, tradesmen, agricultural implements, a marquee, plus timber for a house and boats. Also included were a library of books and an array of musical instruments, including a clarinet, violins, flutes, bass viola and a bassoon indicating a commitment to the finer aspects of life apart from farming.
The Three Hardey Boys
John Wall Hardey was born in Barrow upon Humber, Lincolnshire, England, on 19 March 1802. First son of Robert Hardey MD of Hull. John was living in Ulceby Grange, near Barton, in 1829. John Wall Hardey married Elizabeth Davey (born March 1811 in Ulceby,) shortly before leaving England on the 5th September 1829 at Ulceby Grange; Elizabeth was 18 years old. their marriage produced three daughters and a son in the new colony. Like his brother, John Hardey was a Methodist and a regular local preacher in the colony.
Joseph Hardey was born on 29 April 1804, at Barrow-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire, England, the third son of fifteen children of Robert Hardey MD and his wife Ann, (née Wall) Hardey. Joseph was educated at home and at a Doncaster boarding school; influenced by Wesleyan teachings, he became a local preacher at age 20 and thereafter religious convictions dominated his life. Joseph Hardey was converted in his thirteenth year during revival meetings in his parish. Six years after his conversion he became a local preacher and served in this capacity for more than 50 years.
He acquired a farm, and was living in Ulceby Grange, near Barton, in 1829. He was destined to become a Methodist pioneer in WA.
He acquired a farm, and was living in Ulceby Grange, near Barton, in 1829. He was destined to become a Methodist pioneer in WA.
William Hardey was born on 3 July 1813. He was the last child born to Robert and Elizabeth. Another baby boy called William Hardey had been born previously, on April 27 1812, but had died during 1813, aged less than 1 year old.
William was educated locally in Lincolnshire and was just 16 years old when he boarded the Tranby.
William was educated locally in Lincolnshire and was just 16 years old when he boarded the Tranby.
Both Joseph and John Wall Hardey married their lifelong partners, prior to departure from England on the Tranby.
John Wall Hardey married young Elizabeth Davey (aged 18), only 4 days prior to departure, while Joseph Hardey married Ann Robinson (29), 49 days before they set sail.
John Wall Hardey married young Elizabeth Davey (aged 18), only 4 days prior to departure, while Joseph Hardey married Ann Robinson (29), 49 days before they set sail.
Later...
On the 27th of January 1833, Joseph, John Wall Hardey's older brother, John Hardey at 54 years, arrived in Western Australia from England via the Cygnet. He had been born on the 7th of May 1779, in Barrow, Lincolnshire. John began working at the Peninsula, on the Swan River, as a agriculturist.
Another brother of interest to West Australians is Joseph and John Wall Hardey's younger brother, Henry Hardey, (born during 1819). On the 14th of December 1850, Henry along with his wife Isabella, and 5 children arrived at Fremantle, from London, aboard the ship Mary. They lived on the Peninsula up to 1854. His wife Isabella died and left Henry a widower with the five children. He later left WA and went to New Zealand.
'After Arrival at Fremantle' information is now available:
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