Markets and politics mix in 1850 colonial notes
The article surveys price trends in Australian wheat and other commodities, reports on sugar and coffee markets, and recounts a Melbourne political council session about road work, taxation, and elected commissioners with debates over valuation versus acreage and the role of the Governor. It also notes a new Commercial Gazette and local musical performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kot
Frice
Cape
Commercial Gazette
Lincs
England
United Kingdom
Australian Colonies
Winniss
Major O'Talloran
Fresides
Excellency
Eaker
Hagen
Hospitale
Shay
Finnise
Mrflagen
Cenmeil
Hagen Lid
Memiher
Finnisy
O'Halloran
Haven
Claus
Ronl
Chateau
Central Board
Roa Board
Waa
Road Board
Gong
Finishart
Otialoran
Mr Hagen
Vrumber
Perjury charge in Taylor v Emmet case at Police Court
Stephen Baldwin faced a charged of wilful and corrupt perjury in a midweek hearing. Edward Emmett, an auctioneer, testified Baldwin discussed land purchases, age, and insolvency while Baldwin was alleged to be a minor. The bench adjourned to commit Baldwin for trial with bail set at one surety of 50 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Thomas Baldwin
Taylor v. Emmet
Parker
Gwynne
Edward Nucella Emmett
Hart
Ife
Sam
Watuce
Frisaver
Brand
Baldwin
Yilace
Amp Haldwin
Hadpot
van Diemen's Land
Girgano
Willian Atkinson
Trevilla
Bakur
Nuri Adylside
Emmett
Hin
Hrisper
Bait
Tumaru
Shoul
Withers
Rusiile-street
MrParker
Rusille-steret
Rundle-erect
Emmet
Blackham
Rundlestret
Emmetton
Hamlle-street
Binckharm
Prizoner
Shank
Noth Adelaide
Emnett
Emmert
Ackieson
Ayge
Emme
Flei
Exmett
Atkinson
Armaty
Emment Ayeeara
Arkingon Anys
Jwyané
Loes
Per
Schernre
Parker Weary
Atkingon
Waren
Mir Eanmeth
Pentleman
Althou Eetedtee
Duncan Carter
Mandy
Atkinssi
Tina
Eimmert
Auction Sales and Society Notes From The Day’s News
An advertised auction list outlines items from Samer Wickrrers Co and B Hrrmastxy at the Mart including books engravings and apparel. Entries cover various goods and by order of the official assignee large consignments such as brandy blankets blue shirts and hosiery plus estate items and vehicles. The piece also notes Mr Coppin’s ball series at the New Exchange with about 140 patrons and a gown dress parade with lively commentary on attire and banter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samer Wickrrers & Co
Althy Mart
He Mart
Geeutu-niseel
Satimnay
Avo. B. Bates
Wheeretin & Co
Owler
Moran
Gmbrellan
W. Goberta
Asawa
Coppin
Stein
Adelaide Cicral
Bnet
Urea
Murray
Pes
Socieme
Econd
The Soul of Man letter on electoral rights and democracy
Adelaide July 22 letter argues ballot rights shield all classes and prevent class conflict. It warns reform could bring dangerous consequences, urging voters to consider manhood, equality, and the old social order while criticizing political manipulation and unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dery Tawxa
England
Amy Tess
Elisa
Tiko
Coloniste l
Ye Loline
Montesquieu
Otlere
Greline
Cleset
Amy
Duatice
Mery
Job
Celer
Letter on customs seizure and port duties in 1850
A reader questions the landing surveyor’s role during a customs seizure aboard the barque Countess of Yarborough. He cites the Immigration Agent’s Report and defends conduct toward passengers, urging accountability and commenting on port duties, responsibilities, and possible replacements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darcy Tues
Yarborough
Murmer
Jng
Widl
Mawes Weta and Co
Port Philip
Sydney
Adelaide
Resael
Edward Feulding Palmer
Coates
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Tus Lacy Disceos
Duncan
Lapuwits
Rensel
Kobi Island
Circular Head
Church Rock
Lavy Deaiton
Hotart Torn
Ars Murray
Bancroft
Chapsuan
Barro
Ad Paymaser
Avarnarya
Poe
Maitland Mercery
Podobs
Ukraine
Astrak Chan
Astrachan
Germany
Tae Isperex
Melbourne Morning Herald
Melbourne
Mendell
Iz Alau
Yarra
Morrison
Dir Lingen
Hig Hon
Tion
Pinnis
Finis
Major O'Halloran
Ealy
Finniss
Mc Finniss
Advrerte-Geners
Convivissiimem
Major O' Halloran
Mejor O'Halloran
Legislative Council
Mont Barker
Mt. Barker
Vers
Surrey
Major O Halloran
Magen
O'Kallorati
Petiooners
Boad
Distrige Court
Moet Y. Solomon & Ahornes
James Tingey
Solomon
Perth
Solonson
Costa
Wren
Lariiy
Penter
Fendant
Phillipson
Tims
Buons
Maguire
Wigley
Hance
Sien
Ancc
Philahid
Miley
John
John Sanen
William Beasley
Albert Town
Waxenam
Ana
Susexix
Weexerman & Co
Toths
Hawker
Aly
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