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Title: abreviations
Post by: kishtu on Tuesday 15 November 22 00:58 GMT (UK)

Hi all
I have been trying to search ships list to Australia and came across an abbreviation I am unable to work out.  It looks like Myl?
Can someone help me out please?
I have attached a screenshot of the document

Title: Re: abreviations
Post by: sparrett on Tuesday 15 November 22 01:11 GMT (UK)

What is the name and date of arrival of the vessel?
Sue

Title: Re: abreviations
Post by: kishtu on Tuesday 15 November 22 01:13 GMT (UK)

Hi Sue
Liverpool
Arrival Date:   25 Sep 1852
Arrival Place:   Melbourne, Australia
Ship:   Marco Polo

Title: Re: abreviations
Post by: ajm314159 on Tuesday 15 November 22 01:17 GMT (UK)

I rather think it is Mgt abbreviating Margaret.

Title: Re: abreviations
Post by: kishtu on Tuesday 15 November 22 01:26 GMT (UK)

Thank you
you're correct, I was able to find a better list with that help
regards
Kim