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Newspaper
Adelaide Times
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 21, 1850
Page
3
The article argues that exports of woollens have grown in quantity and value in the first five months, outpacing 1849 and 1545 figures. It links higher home consumption, improved labor conditions, and export gains to stronger prices and broader manufacturing activity, including cotton and hardware.
A Hindmarsh union chapel gathering chaired by P Wells heard speakers Hasson Morris Green McMartin and Axford advocate universal franchise for all British subjects with six months residency and annual elections to keep representatives honest. The group discussed Adelaide correspondence and adjourned until two weeks hence pending replies.
The crowded war columns delayed the Prilay gathering but the League publishes resolutions with proposers and seconders. Debates touched on funding equity among hundreds, proportional levies for expenses, and support for delegations to central meetings.
Communicated proposals argue a 16 member legislature for a 64 000 population, with one member per 4000 people. Elections to be county based with fixed polling hours, equal county representation, and a 21 year elector qualification. Disqualifications include felony conviction and residency requirements.
A letter to the editor argues for salary reductions of colonial officials including Sir Henry and advocates lower wages for revenue officers. It discusses education costs, colonial salaries totalling £3,708, and asserts state funds should rely more on voluntary religious contributions rather than official salaries, while challenging perceived injustices.
The text outlines election procedures including ticket creation by registrars, custody of tickets for seven days after poll declaration, and return upon owner death or felony. It specifies age, residence, ballot use, and that females cannot vote. It also details polling places, officers, and the parchment ticket design and number recording.
Saturday court in Park Town hears John Dunaton Burngrawath charged with gun possession and George Doker accused of theft and property damage. Proceedings indicate adjournment for two cases to November 2 while other witnesses discuss withdrawal and assent. George Yate seeks leave to resign from Metropolitan Police. magistrate approves.
A reader comments on a prior letter about the iron trade and suggests wider publication. The writer urges cooperation, argues the topic affects England and the colony, and notes currency leakage abroad while hoping for profitable currency use locally.
In Adelaide letters and London writings dated 1850, supporters urge government aid to education while opponents fear Hyde Park construction and its disruption. The exchange cites politicians, churches, and public opinion, with fears of misused funds and local backlash.
The article questions protection for farmers, arguing good flour requires superior mills and wheat. It contends South Australian flour is superior, imports could lower prices if local mills lag behind, and urges developing a steam flour mill to improve quality and benefit both growers and consumers in the colony.
Objections to Hyde Park advised site for prohibition building are seen as unfairly late in this fragment. The dated lists of concerns reflect dispute over where such a building should stand and who voices the objections.
Trinidad reports rushes in the Yururay area northwest of the Savannal river with gold dust and 130 oz samples. 10,000 pesos of dust already collected at Upsita. A silver mine is cited at Upsita and a 24 carat ore sample with grains up to coffee bean size. Debates over authenticity continue as officials note October work pause.
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