Rottnest Island Prison White Paper and Opposition Letter
The article sketches Rottnest Island as a penal settlement for Aboriginal convicts with strict discipline, dietary limits, and labor tasks, noting shifting prisoner numbers and a favorable official report. It contrasts with a Perth solicitor Clark’s letter alleging brutal lashings, hair cutting, and forced labor, urging scrutiny of Governor Hunt’s administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Island of
Rottnest
Legislative Council
Perth
Western Australia
Parkhurst Reformatory
Earl Grey
Symmons
Clark
Aborigines Protection Society
London
Java
A New Wear's Party Opens with Warm Welcome
Staged in a cheerful home, Jo Lessie and friends prepare a festive gathering. Ilona attracts attention with grace and sympathy, Pollie basks in happiness while Ruby grows jealous. Aunt Chrylis and Mrs. Crolamith share motherly concern as Hester drafts decor. Two guests arrive with baskets, signaling the party’s lively start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jo Lessie
Ilona
Chyrlis
Hester
Tlorsie
Pollic
Pullic
Pollie
Cap fashions brighten New Year gathering in village home
In a festive scene the women and girls gather around Pollie as old and new caps are admired and shared. Molly Bent, Martha Jonca, Jemima Kimble, and Hester oversee the display while Ami Mia and Susan reflect on gifts, kindness, and community duties during the Henley season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fellca
Perpa
Chowsan
Pallip
Chooman
Mia
Breeze
Rabig
Sucan Reer
Choosan
Dora
Mia, Goldsmith
Misa Robarts
Pollie
Molly Bent
Molly
Ifabe
Tim
Martha Jonca
Llestie
Jerry Cruncher
Pollia
Lester
Phyllis Wat
Levent
Hester
Martha
Loasie
Mia Jemima Kimble
Miss Kimble
Jemima
Mully
Mies Kimble
Breese
Mica Kimble
Pulliv
Misa Kimble
Ahulin
Varucet
Anne
The Story Of The Blacks In Western Australia
A compact extract outlines early Western Australia race policy and convict era discipline. It notes cooler official views toward controlling Aboriginal people and describes a Rottnest Island punishment seal used for offenses by Aboriginals, reflecting colonial practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Australia
Wester Australia
Rotinest
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ander
Governor Hunt
Wolfe
Australia
Charles Hadie
New South Wales
van Digmen
Mr. P. Jameson
At & Reporter
Guilford
Jameem Bees
Teshth
Anced
Amy Bel Pomay
Ole Ful Iny
Leslie Myerdf
Lel
Tonia
Shane
Cnid
Careta
Lane
St. Oman
Peete Maid
Etre
Aearle Bude
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