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Newspaper
Melbourne Courier
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 02, 1846
Page
4
A correspondence bundle from Tarrone dated 1845 reveals a licensing fight over the Tarrone run with Crown involvement. Captain Fyans directs, Chamberlain contests, and Commissioner Fyans suspends renewal pending settlement. The documents trace ownership claims by Chamberlain and Dr Bernard, highlighting licensed possession since 1842 and alleged missteps by prior occupants.
A sequence of letters from 1845 records Mr. Chamberlain's protest over a license suspension for Tarrone crown lands and his request for grounds or redress. C J La Trobe and Crown Prosecutor debate grounds, delay, and compensation as Chamberlain travels to Melbourne, arguing occupation rights and prior notices.
Correspondence between Mr La Trobe and Mr Chamberlain on Tarrrone run near Port Fairy. Crown Prosecutor to review grounds for renewal restriction amid disputes over rights and stock claims by Dr Bernard and trustees. Chamberlain cites Squatting Act rules and government despatchs supporting renewal for compliant squatters.
Sir I have received His Excellency's decision on the license plan for the current month and that the province Government should not interfere. The Sub Treasurer has instructions to issue the license. Yours obediently C J La Turon Robt Chamberlain Port Fairy Tarrone Belfast.
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