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Newspaper
Bacchus Marsh Express
Location
Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1869
Page
3
Farmers near Melbourne form a League to oppose a local hunt. About seventy agriculturalists gathered Monday and criticized the Hant Club for crop damage. They argued English hunts occur with crop protection and compensation, while local practice shifts the burden to farmers.
At Bacchus Marsh petty sessions on June 14 Mr Gell for the defendant contends the charge of cattle trespass is unfounded. The witness cites multiple prior trespasses and a demand of 1s 6d per head from the defendant’s daughter. Bench dismisses the case and notes the plaintiff may prove earlier trespasses. a second impounding case is also dismissed with 10s costs.
Edward Egan v Edward Gaffney and Timothy Buckley v John Manning Co appear with summonses and orders for amounts due. Cases show goods sold and delivered, disputed claims, and arrangements for costs. Ballan Shire Council prosecutes an unchained dog case. several matters settled or adjourned.
Hock Linn faced Mc Cameron store robbery charges after valuables worth about 212 were taken during inmates absence. He fled barefoot into the bush but was knocked down by Constable M Bride and secured with Constable Kiernan's help. Remanded for further proceedings. Other notes: Roach v Skinner involves land claims and encroachment disputes with various dates and transfers cited.
Readable fragments describe a land claim involving Charles Pilcher at Goll and a party seeking assignation of shares to Watson. The text references a court claim over parcels and parcels opened for the entitled parties, with unclear specifics and names.
Teased OCR shows docket style with cases including James Soba v John Tomkina debt installment orders, Horack v Bridget Hanrahan abusive language claim, Patrick Thornton v Cornelius Fitzgerald fence damage, Jamon Herack v Hanrahan absence, Carnie v Paterson against Gieborne Road Board dismissed with costs, valuations listed.
Bacchus Marsh Ballan and Pentland Hills Agricultural and Pastoral Society held its eighth annual Ploughing Match near Ingliston. Twenty three ploughs competed on land previously unused amid thick fog delaying completion. Prizes ranged from £2 to £6 with several best finishes and a dinner hosted by the Grant family.
The Gisborne United District Road Board held its ordinary fortnightly meeting at Bendigo on Monday with Tweddle as chairman and other members present. The Clerk reported bond and sureties by the rate collector, noted drainage work needs, and correspondence from Carnie & Paterson and Ballarat councils regarding notices and copy of mandates.
The board discussed revocation conditions for the Cricket and Showyard Mail and noted the Land and Works Board’s stance on not allowing payments under the 42nd section of the Amending Land Act for recreation reserves in Gisborne. Clerk Snowden Brothers indicated attendance at Gisborne Court on the 10th to petition. The board reviewed drainage works near Mr Fell, possible tenders for road work, and cautioned against further Bullengarook subdivision expenditure until the proclaimed main Gisborne to Blackwood road is gazetted. Meetings approved clerk duties, salary, and tender procedures, with deputies to approach the Commissioner of Railways for road proclamation and bridge repairs.
The Presbytery of Macedon and Werribee met at Gisborne on the 6th. Commissioners from Tren con attended. They discussed a call to Rev. D. Rattray and arranged meetings with Blackwood congregation to gauge their stance on stipends. Moderation granted for Woodend and Newham, with services planned for July 20. The body adjourned to Gisborne on the second Tuesday of August at noon.
Gisborne Farmer's Society held the annual ploughing match in Mr. Darnioot's paddock amid a dry season. In Class A 13 teams and Class B 15 started, with 81 contests overall. Prizes went to Lennon's plough, Charles Grant, and other competitors as crowds watched a lively display and a telegraph hotel challenge of a billio seniling the plough.
Melton correspondent reports the Common School Committee met on Thursday with Parkinson in chair. They discussed repairs to the old church, glass replacement, and education funding rules. New teacher Dunstan signed and aims to raise attendance. Carena resigned. The bell at the Protestant church remains missing and a cattle sale at Melton is expected to draw a large turnout.
The Mechanics' Institute grounds are now enclosed by a six foot hardwood leaf-fitted fence with shrubs from local gardens. New portions of Cowie and Bread Streets are completed and footpaths plus the Bimpaon-street intersection are finished.
The text notes a new coach route through Inglis Street in Ballarat with evening arrivals and modest fares. It reports fine weather in Ballan, nightly frost, and the Rev Mr Black announcing a July hymn book introduction in his church. Electoral registrar Mr Tanner prepares for rights renewal notices.
A 42nd clause meeting of selectors in Lara Laia formed a deputation to approach Mr. Grant. They endorsed the general Bill principle but urged substantial modification of two or three clauses. News also hints at a hall to be erected at Duck.
Blackwood correspondent reports the All Nations claim is withdrawn while awaiting better prospects for rent and success. The piece details rival reefs including Hansen, Trojan, and Duchess of York, with notes on shafts, paydirt, and management missteps, plus local mining activity and police news.
A reader argues the land bill unfairly forces farmers to settle on distant lands. They contend only industrious farmers with capital can improve large tracts, risking injury to honest settlers who already toil and prosper. They urge allowing capable parties to improve land rather than mandating residence.
Listings of impounded livestock from Bacchus Marsh Hallan Melton Little River Gisborne Wyndham Keilor with descriptions of cattle and horses, brands, marks, and sale dates if unclaimed. Noted are bay mare, filly foal, red yearling heifer, white bald-faced steer, and other brands. sales scheduled later in June or July.
A Western town wedding occurred when two couples and a clergyman entered a neighboring hotel for the ceremony. They returned to the station just as the train was held for them, allowing passage to New York. The brief wedding lasted under three minutes, reflecting rapid, portable nuptial customs.
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