Criticisms of the Governor and Colonial Policy
The text condemns Sir Henry Barnet as a flawed governor whose tenure risks ending soon. It argues he misused influence, alienated the Upper House, and faced hostile crowds while praising his bold stance. It notes the political backdrop in Jamaica and the empire, with calls to preserve his reputation despite opposition.
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Government Hall
Cudley
Jos Taowak Sura
Mulger Cliqhe
Hannay Banxty
Jamaica
Howe of Commons
Henay Banety
la Tank
Charles Hormann
Cemmire
Eddrvasia
Ballarst
Bondigo
Castlemaine
Victoria
Sir Hersey
Bankur
Tom
Debate on Electoral Registration and Suffrage Reform
A letter column from Saturday October 26 1861 argues for reforming registration to prevent fictitious votes and protect universal liberties. It discusses a proposed Select Committee inquiry, favors broader registration with minimal residency rules, and opposes abolishing registration. The piece warns against unrestrained voting and calls for safeguards against duplicate registrations and personation. It critiques Mr Dow and defends educated voters while questioning the role of uneducated citizens in governance. It ends with commentary on the CosToro case and political accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ownma
Dow
Bon
Collingwood
Matt
Preynt
Don
Sony
Hardy
Coss ‘rExLo
Schnapper Point
Controversy over Chapman election and squatters beef plan
The piece accuses Chapman backers of a planned conspiracy led by a commission agent Natian and cites alleged fictitious votes in Chapman’s favor. It argues squatters aim to control beef prices by boiling down fat cattle, risking public meat prices to preserve stock profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman
Charwan
Costello
Natian
Coeverto
Schnapper Point
Mir Chapman
Mornington
Cossetto
New South Wales
Victoria
Melbourne
Deniliquis
Ablement
Supplementary mail for England to be made up at Bandridge post office
A garbled notice reports that supplementary mail for England will be prepared at Bandridge post office today or noon. Dr Candler, the District Coroner, presided over a session at St Kilda regarding a deceased infant named Langhin. The child died, and officials may discuss the circumstances at the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Candler
Coromer
St Kilda
Langhin
Anil & Verdes
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Che Arbhomne Drader
Ie Samelbourne
Hia
Morita
Costetxo
Thedryus
Chow
Cox Tello
Wn Muntay
Silenca
Sandee Argus
Coftesin
Price Ed
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