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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 20, 1850
Page
3
A fragmentary page records wedding notices and social events. It mentions vows at Hibbert chapel and a ceremony on Thursday with attendance by families and friends. The text also notes a marriage in a church in Overland and references to various attendees and locations.
Rumors suggest the Governor and Council may reconvene before the new administration to address business, tied to the Amended Road Act Bill now with Council members. Opinion sways between urgency and protest as the public awaits any action beyond the act itself.
The text argues against unfettered franchise extension and cites historical Ireland to warn that widening the vote without safeguards harms workers, farmers, and small merchants. It urges constitutional revision via ballot, condemns the Nominee system, and calls for elected representation to defend homes and jobs.
Fragmentary text discusses opposition groups and political intrigue, referencing Governor Tate and a public council. The garbled OCR yields unclear positions, but hints at conflict over land, taxation, and legislative manipulation. No clear events or names beyond broad political actors are readable.
A fragmented Chronicle text describes factions urging the League to stay aligned with colonists' wishes, repudiate the Council when the New Hall and Franchise bills are reconsidered, and push for constitutional design under the New Bill while avoiding petty detail. The passage emphasizes restraint toward minor bills and focuses on the broader constitutional aim.
The notice outlines a series of auctions at the City Auction Mart with timetables from November 20 to 29. It lists goods including wool, paper, drapery, furniture, jewelry and fishery items, plus a major eye health lecture by Dr Eades with Mr Wallace and others.(pronounced)
An Agricultural Society event at the Norfolk Arms failed to impress, as exhibitors offered mostly pots and common stock instead of novers and prized blooms. Prizes were awarded for cattle and draught animals during a crowded day, yet the overall show drew tepid public interest and criticism from attendees.
Directors and counsel spar over whether the verdict should stand or be set aside In hearings Judge Crawfurd notes lack of evidence of paid money while Mr Fisher argues the verdict favored the plaintiff on both venues and seeks a new trial or nonsuit The discussion covers receipt of a cheque boundary issues and the possibility of reconveyance and special agreements in the case
The case docket recalls multiple assaults and disputes in Tvenlag District Court. A man named Atrzistam Macou Muxuosm faced a drunken assault charge with uncertain timing. fines were set and later remitted. Elizabeth Smith and Mrs Browne testified in separate assaults involving property and violent acts, with witnesses detailing peltings, kicks, and threats. The court urged arbitration, but penalties included fines and cautious warnings.
A long garbled passage blends domestic musings and humorous asides with oblique references to a trial scene. It weaves in portraits of Mrs Partington, a German remark about Bavarians, and stray lines about turkey eggs and shop windows, hinting at a faded newspaper collage of cultural snippets.
A sparsely attended session of the South Australian Political Association met at Diack Lane Leigh street. On motion Mr Bryan recorded a note for a week later as the next meeting is expected to attract more members.
The judge considers trial motions in a case titled ANCE AND OTHERS V. WACORONOR. Arguments focus on wrongful taking and title issues. A nisi grant and renewed submissions are discussed with a Friday hearing set for further trial considerations.
An account details a baffling incident where a man named Casper, employed as gatekeeper at Interlachen, encountered a mysterious creature and suffered severe injuries. Despite venom or poison uncertain, the narrative recounts a perilous series of events at Crescent and Sorell, ending with medical attempts and eventual death of the creature. The passage also includes unrelated antiquated vignettes about driving laws and social chatter.
Belog recalls the musical promoter William Taree who died amid mystery as a concert tale unfolds. The writer notes a clash within the community and hints at a fatal encounter linked to a figure named Will Lawes, whose killer remains unnamed.
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