In 2003 a descendant, Ron Faulkner, of Thomas & Mary wrote a family history book called 'They came with hope'
This book is a great account of Thomas's family history documented with lots of photos, records & certificates.
Thomas was born in Manchester Eng to William & Sarah & emigrated to Australia in Dec 1863 onboard the Prince Consort arriving in Maryborough in Apr 1864.
Mary was born in Maybole Scotland & emigrated in 1862 with her sister on the Utopia landing in Rockhampton.
I have since found out a lot more about Mary's family including her mother & 2 younger sister who also came to Australia in 1864 onboard the Warren Hastings.
Ron put quite a few photos of Thomas & Mary in his book & I am looking for copies of these photos.
Thanks
Naomi