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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1850
Page
3
Readers report heated debate over the administration of road works and taxation. The League denounces actions of the District Boards while urging a united, legally sound push for a single governing board and clearer governance.
A meeting of chairmen from several districts in Adelaide road boards discusses land tax issues under the central act, governance by committees, and the Governor's stance. They consider postponing decisive steps, emphasize fair taxation, and plan deputation to the Governor with two resolution options.
A local dispute centers on the Bank of South Australia and The League as they refuse to tank with the bank due to manager Edwant Stephen's conduct. Critics say his public Road Board statements breach propriety while handling constituents' funds, raising questions about his time and independence from political entanglements.
A garbled notice advertises a large sale listing merhandins and Arabian items at Monts For store and at City Auction Mart on Seaman Street. It mentions freehold property on Cranton Street with cottages and an order by Lloyds Agents.
A colonial official discusses whether to ease public expenditures by reducing taxes on licenses and alcohol duties. The speaker argues publicans fund salaries and should not be drawn into political movements, urging the Lieutenant Governor to consider the fiscal impact and public busthens.
Fragment from a May meeting of delegates and the Commissioners discusses taxation and representation. The text critiques despotism, calls for liberty, and argues against high taxes without political voice, highlighting the struggle of ledgers and freedom in governance. The passage emphasizes the principle of no taxation without representation.
The article reports on George Rowland Byer a surgeon charged with stealing and other offenses. It describes witness testimonies, bail discussions, and the judge proceedings, including statements about a robber’s actions and Byer’s conduct during the trial. The narrative mentions times and places connected to the case and references witnesses and authorities involved.
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