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WATSON, John JFAHMWC

Origin Portsmouth, England, UK
First settled in Cnr of Mount and Stirling Sts., Perth, WA (now Bishop See)
Original Occupation Naval Officer
Occupation in Australia Captain of Speculator

STIRLING

Arrival Year 1841

Fremantle

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Sailed as Petty Officer with Captain Fremantle on HMS CHALLENGER in 1829. Began daily boat service between Fremantle and Perth. Captain of SPECULATOR, first steamer built in the Colony, launched on 13/10/1854. Nine children including John James.

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