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Newspaper

Melbourne Leader

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Date

Dec 14, 1861

Page

5

New Zealand native policy under review in Auckland debate

From Auckland reports dated 23 ultimo, the Native Policy begins to take form as Sir George Grey shifts focus to Maori organisation. A deputation from the king at Ngaaruawahia seeks clarity on peace versus war while Waikato natives resist road building and assert their King. European settlers fear continued instability and call for strong measures to uphold Queen Victoria's sovereignty.

New Zealand Sydney Auckland George Grey Cape of Good Hope Bay of Islands Rmangas Ngaruawahia Cape India Waitetuna Waikato Whaingaroi Sandhilla North Head Menugatawhiri Wanganui Mailman John William Taranaki Tus Murvan Essien Alexander Collins Tyne Wellington Ensign Alexander Wanganui Chronicle 2Nd Ultimo Ngatiapakura Gene

Turmoil in Upper Waikato Native Relations Escalates

From the Southern Onoss dated November 22 reports authenticated intelligence on rising tension in the Upper Waikato. William Toetoe's party seized weapons from Mr Cowell and Mr Dickson's residences after confrontations. violence escalated as they assaulted Chitham and son, with a bull and horses seized. The correspondent warns of possible government inaction and looming loss of life, noting settlers may be forced to abandon the district unless protection improves. Bishop Selwyn’s visit is mentioned amid debates on road access to Weton and potential conflict.

Rangiawahis William Chitham Cnithem Waikato William Toetoe Cowell Asugon Ako R. W. Dickson Chitham’s Selwyn Srotosuan Taaw Cowell Awa Matu Emaru William Toetoo

Victorian Eleven Arrives at Sandhurst for Three-Day Match

The Victorian Eleven reached Sandhurst at eight last evening and lodged at the Criterion Hotel. Bendigo United Cricket Club members greeted them, noting delays on the road. The team lists Bryant J M Costick Elliott Hamilton Huddleston J Huddleston Lister Mace Makinson Wardill with J Smith as umpire, and J Baker and J Watson as reserves. Officials discussed a coll cellation grant of ten pounds for Friday and supplementary sports on Saturday. Spiers and Pond will arrive Friday to arrange for the All England Match at Bendigo. Play starts at noon, with arrangements for ladies’ shelter during the three days. December Bendigo Advertiser, 12th

Costick Elliott G Hamilton T. F Melbourne Huddleston J Huddleston T Lister C Mace C Makinson C Wardill J. W J. Smith J. Baker J. Watson Burchett Sandhurst Mrr Macord Spiers Spiers and Pond Bendigo Sandhurat

New South Wales News Roundup From Sydney and Courts

Reports from Sydney newspapers cover Parliament delays and the push to sit on Mondays, harvest prospects across Campbelltown Menangle Picton Appin and Cawarra, notable wheat yield expectations, and the large land under cultivation. Central Cavan Court outcomes include several acquittals and sentences for theft assault and fraud. Cricketers honor George Howell as intercolonial matches loom in Melbourne and Sydney. A man commits suicide after debt and relationship troubles, with a coroner ruling temporary insanity. Aboriginal attacks on Maranoa police barracks result in thirteen killed or wounded.

New South Wales Sydney Legislative Assembly Christmian S. MM. Herald Campbelltown Menangle Picton Appin, &c Awarra Algo Cumberland Camden Sydney Empire Cavan Robert Eagar Adams Shah Jehan Louisa King Thomas Dennis Joanna Houlehan Hugh Wardlaw Tasmania Darlinghurst George Frederick Camden Smith Bank of New South Wales Wm. Cooper Charles Alfred Wilson Petty Seasions, &c Binalong Burrowa Thomas Mons Kiama Thomas Gilbert Spence Gsol Idney Morning Gerald CurcKhet Garrett S. M. Merald Maranoa SMM. Herald

Dangerous street accident at Reed's bakery area

A horse driven cart from Reed's bakery bolted on Sturt Street causing the cart to capsize near Mr Runi's chemist shop. The horse dashed around pumps and pipes, injuring the driver who was treated by Dr Bunce. The crowd restrained the animal and the driver was taken to safety with injuries described as possible broken arm. In Navarre a 16-year-old boy lost the end of a finger when a water cart tipped, the ring catching as he jumped down. He is recovering.

Tasmania Hobart Sir Henry Young Gore Browne Haveeen Supreme Court House Macquarie Street Melbourne Liccnt G.V.O Brown Hobart Town Mercury Henry Young Banks Mesera Watch and Sons Houwi Hoebart Town Mercury Tus Charlton Race Meerive Derwent Brunette Yabberty Shillelagh Hobard Mercury Sanova Hill Launceston Louis Abrahams Abrahams John Sweeney Wetton Liverpool Street District Constalle Jones Inter Sweeney Sturt Street Reed Runi Bunce Navarre Pleasant Creek Ararat Advertiser
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