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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 09, 1850
Page
4
A district court trial follows unclear testimony on a theft charge involving a prisoner, with witnesses describing strikes and movements near a public house. The judge warns about evidence gaps, adjourns, and considers whether a formal case can proceed, while other minor matters and wage disputes are noted for later action.
In police court reports Alexander Craigie a blacksmith faced drunken and disorderly charges and damage to a cell door valued at 153 614 with Constable Stuart presenting evidence. William Smith a foreman was charged with arrogance and disorder after an incident at Coppin’s. the prisoner disputed claims and witnesses described his violence. Several other men, including a carpenter and joiner, were involved in alleged thefts and public disturbances, with testimonies detailing pocketing money, fights, and subsequent arrests. costs and remands followed, including a sentence for one offender and custody at Ashton Castle reminder.
Fragmented notes show various court cases, orders, and pay disputes in Adelaide. Richard Thomas Hill, surveyor, faced actions for forgery and mispayment. Bevers and Kernesy cases discuss dishonored payments and fraud claims. witnesses debated signatures, pay lists, and authority. A separate case over harassment involved G I Hawker and Thomas Dare on October 3, with a two pound fine and costs.
Notes and Queries describes a rural belief where a Bible and a key are used in a theft charm. It notes the practice among peasants and references to Ruth Proverbs and Proverbs in various regions. Also mentions Mr Oghsby Ay moving to Morphett-street with improved coloring for portraits and mail service for friend remembrances.
The lettered page argues for a resident magistrate in each district to end long travels for cases and restore speed to justice. It criticizes Governor for limiting court jurisdiction and urges salary and posting reforms to reduce suitors’ burdens. It also cites distant journeys of 60 miles and calls for a tangible local judicial presence.
Tenders invited by the General Post Office for a twelve month period starting January 1861 for carriage of mails between Adelaide and numerous routes including Gawler Town, Mount Barker, Willunga, Port Adelaide and Port places. Provisions cover horse and cart, boat services, penalties for late arrivals, residency requirements for the beach service, and security for mail bags. Proposals may be submitted at Mount Barker and other offices with details on rates and schedules.
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