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Islands of Fiji and liquor petitions in 19th century note
A historical letter discusses Fiji as a British colony post 1875 cession, noting sugar, cocoa and fruit exports, education by missions, and ports along with Tahita observations. It argues against signing liquor license petitions, urging citizens to refuse due to social harm and tax burdens.
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Conner
Pacific
Fiji
South Seas
Point Venus
Tahita
Australia
New Zealand
Nasinu
Suva