Hi,
I am researching the life of Hezekiah Wager (g g Gf)- He was born in 1841 in Maldon, Essex.
He moved to Hartlepool where he lived for the rest of his life. A 'Find My Past' record lists his death in 1899 as 'Lost at Sea' - {possibly in a ship called 'Thistle'}
Does your 1899 Murrell incident mention his name?
I would be grateful for any assistance you can give.