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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1850
Page
3
Debates center on memorial to the Government and opposition to direct taxation. Talks discuss the Land and Dray taxes, public works funding, and the River Murray navigation plan with proposed government loans and private bonuses.
A court record details a dispute involving Befuro HR Wigles John Baker and others over authority and charges tied to a property sale. Witnesses discuss approvals, agent roles, commissions of 2.5 to 3 percent, and allocations among parties, with Chamberlain as executor and various figures arguing fair value and payment duties.
A court heard a complex tale of payments and alleged misappropriation linked to a horse sale. Witnesses described receipts and transfers, with the prisoner accused of failing to account for funds paid by a Mr Parker and others. The case involucrated witnesses, a horse, and property security as authorities pursued the matter. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff in the action over the disputed sums.
The readable fragments show a garbled note about a meeting or appointment and a council with unclear names and times. No verifiable entities beyond vague mentions of a council and a time placeholder. Further context is needed to produce a factual summary.
In a Supreme Court session, Parker indicates Morris Digest claims. demurrer argued by Transon. Judge refuses objection, notes possible amendment, case delayed as plaintiff ill. suggestion to compromise between newspaper proprietors. Witnesses discuss Stephens funds and benefactor links, with arbitration pending decisions.
Police Court proceedings recount the case of Charles Bryce Taylor and Amelia Spencer with Mrs Wilcox, noting misstatements and discrepancies. The Worship dismissed the defendant after testimony on a £2 note dispute and a charge of larceny, with remarks on conduct and credibility from the witnesses.
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