18 Jan 1851
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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1851
Page
1
A fragment describes the Weekly Country Edition of the Times as a comprehensive weekly issue offering the rest of English news, shipping, mercantile, law, police and general intelligence in an unabridged form. It markets the edition to country readers with mentions of advertisements and gazette notices.
The Times laments slow bureaucratic pace during the Bar for the better government of the Australian Colonies proceedings. It notes Royal assent delays, wax and red tape at the Colonial Office, and contrasts South Australia’s preparedness for a New Constitution with other colonies.
The article argues for district councils as the path to genuine local self government in South Australia, criticizing centralization and road boards. It notes councils would handle roads, schools, property, and district affairs by Governor and Legislative Council oversight, and urges a petition-based establishment via letters patent. It contrasts England as a model of local governance and laments Adelaide’s lack of self-rule due to flawed acts and weak local institutions.
A contested note alleges misstatements about city commissioners and rate payers. It cites Mr McDonsid and Mr Anstey in a debate over who spoke and what was said. The piece vows to clarify all similar claims in due course.
Fragmentary prose suggests a dreamy atmosphere with drowsy influence. It mentions the Jlaniste figure nudging Sleepy Hollow boys to wakefulness in a subtle, effectual way, implying a social or literary device to provoke action or alertness.
The article compares Bissor Sworr in religion to Sir Henry Young in politics, noting neither the police nor the press defend them. It portrays Bishop Short as unable to adapt to modern times and cites public opinion as harsh toward both leaders. It urges the South Australian Episcopal Church to openly declare who they deem wrong in the Messia M Dermott and Walters affair.
An archaic verse fragment depicts a bishop performing a baptism or blessing with holy water. It portrays warnings and vows, promising religious shelter to a child while condemning doubt and sin. The language is fragmentary and includes harsh diction echoing historical religious ceremony lore.
The article disputes the use of the watchword Church in danger amid High Church disputes in England and critiques the joint authority of Episcopal Church officers in South Australia led by Macgill and Walker ville. It notes alleged clashes with churchwardens, a near-violent exchange, and a pointed allusion to Platts, reflecting sectarian tension and clerical authority debates.
The Walkerville church dispute pits Bishop Short and trustees against churchwardens McDonald and Clarke. A Sunday break in and an alleged assault occurred during quarrels over trust validity and clergyman appointment. Authorities attended, while calls for a majority pew rentant rule and temporary incumbency appear as potential safeguards.
The Central Road Board decided on Monday to appoint Messrs Hector and Mundy to audit the annual accounts. Names F Singleton A H Freeling and Charles Sturt appear in the published accounts, prompting discussion on the auditing method and the accounting kept from January 1 to April 22 and from April 22 to November 20 1850.
The anti transportation debate grows as sympathy for convict reform spreads from Van Diemen's Land to South Australia. Critics warn ticket-of-leave men undermine society, urging end to transportation and renewed signatures for the movement. A meeting in Sydney Port Phillip and Van Diemen's Land League aims to carry the cause forward with further steps planned.
Contemporary criticism in Taurapay's Gazette targets Mr George Anstey, chairman of the Yuatala Road Board, after a rate payer's outburst at a meeting. The piece defends open speech, denounces tyranny, and notes the controversy over Anstey's treatment of others and the press.
An extended discussion on the origin and scope of government power versus constitutional law. It compares approaches in different nations, notes the dangers of over or under government, and urges a formal rule for administrative limits in South Australia. It cautions against excessive regulation and advocates allowing public opinion to guide administration.
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