Conversion of Sayid Davin Sparks Tax Debate
Auckland editorials rail against Davin for adopting protectionism, reprinting his shift from free trade to tariff advocacy. The piece mocks his conversion as hypocritical, argues taxation should be borne by producers and consumers alike, and urges the public to discard Davin and opposing protectionist rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacDavin Brenasan
Davin
Bobo
England
Breant
Devwasaw
Eric
Liven
London
Bronnwaw
Angifala
Sophia
Boonawax
Pasian
Beenaxan
Local Mews and Civic Scrutiny Amid Village Events
A scanned fragment reports on cricketers, local committees, hospital staff, and town affairs. It mentions Waddy Cepmatéade, the Advanod Club, Syooper Cleaver on duty, and hospital installations. Also noted are committee changes, Mrs Adam and Mr Adam’s service, and discussions on public works and civic roles amid a busy period in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toever Wardeman
Han Bern
Walker
Stanhopy Adam
Anie
Adam
Pepe
St. Vincent's Hospital
Mee
Abe
Mr. Adam
Treligt
England
Aworion
Feiler Arme
Aire
Adaw
Borough Council Minutes Highlight Local Extensions and Sympathy
Singleton Borough Council met to review and grant extensions for York street and George Street frontage works. The Mayor announced the death of Alderman Gray’s widow, and the council expressed condolences. Financials were examined with payments approved, and street maintenance progress reported with York Street graveling completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Council
Cornel Dhagebar
Munro
Campbell
Gumld
Wilson
Nichols
Wuinu
Corr Pon
M. Lester
York Street
John Maguire
George Obreet
H. Sherwood
4. Gilans
Geornge Street
Registrar General
Neual
Pron Mer
J. Gordon
Adocnin Quinn
Alderaan Campbell
Jordan
Conmonage Commiibee
Uray
Aldrrean
Gunnell
Qainn
Tirmy
Land Sale Notice at Crown Lands Office in Bingleton
On Thursday January 7 1880 at the Crown Lands office Bingleton William Bermoel Bradshaw Ravenc worth 199 acres 2 rode Gounly Durham pariah me a measured portions Nos 75 77 and 42 as numbered on the parish map
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown Land
Bingleton
William Bermoel Bradshaw
Ravencworth
Gounly
Durham
Benevolent Asylum Donations Questioned in Christmas Appeal
A letter questions donations reported for the Singleton Asylum inmates during Christmas. The writer notes November wardsmen reports and lists items donated such as ale brandy wine and soda, asking if these gifts were properly distributed and whether donors would be pleased with the care given to inmates. The missive, dated January, seeks clarity on the Christmas day gifts and whether misallocation occurred.
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Oki
Byslen Pf Arsimony On Weal Muster of D Duthaliy
Tasmania
Vandemen
Nevely Derec
Nobgd
pHe
Corrughi
Benevolas
Alex
Peer
Comaglio
Oni
Laima
Toemauin
Tasman
St Errage
Edfus
Randwick
Singleton
Inma
Hansea
Lothetoy
White Swan
Ot Teeman’s
Killer
Local Review Describes Quiet Day and Weather Impact
A fragmentary notice reflects a quiet scene with social chatter about recent events. It notes a high wind on Thursday, fatigue from a long vigil, and general wish for health and prosperity to readers of the Singleton Argus, ending with a cordial greeting to the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singlaton Argus
Almanacs reviewed by local press year’s batch analyzed
A survey of almanacs from Liverpool London and Globe Norwich Union Newcastle Morning Star and other makers notes varied quality. It highlights chromo art covers Norfolk cathedral scenes movable date indicators and local printing pride while praising Newcastle and Sydney inspired content and advertising density.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conperand
IBM
Wobler
Liverpool, London and Globe
Poppenhagen
A. J. Gould
Norwich Union Fire Insurance Society
Norfolk
Norwich
Hf. F
Imperial Fire Insurance Company
Newcastle Morntl
Whdu
Neweastle
Taammarth Diwerver
Aml Couvite
cAku
Buditing
Dwbho Digitech
Aleu
Sydney
Poaching Reviews From Three Australian Journals
A detailed critique notes Queensland Punch as well-printed and original, praising its illustrations and humor. It surveys new South Wales Victoria and Waeonsland for monthly issues, commending Macleod’s cartoon and the lively literary pieces while lampooning some parodies and quoting exaggerated lines about women and marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Victoria
Waeonsland
Queensland
Lagoldaby
Beter
Henry Kendall
Australia
Comicalities and Newcastle Directory Note Brightens Local Press
A lively critique highlights the Newcastle Directory as a valuable sample of the Newcastle Herald office, praising district and colony information plus statistical data. Castagr's Monthly January issue is praised for topics on hunting, culture, agriculture, poultry, and household matters with witty touches, and a supplementary plate on Howden and Black Spanish fowls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shew
Mick
Reals
Gordon and
Goteh
Newcastle
Newcastle Herald
Castagr
Heass
Orler
An Asylum for Decayed Gentility
A letter proposes a public benevolent asylum funded by a legacy of pounds for aging gentlemen fallen from social rank. It outlines a plan with a lavish, austere building, government matching funds, and a two gentlemans’ loan arrangement at two percent, to aid the “well-bred, refined” unemployed. It details management checks and admission terms to prevent misuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity College
Chanes
Snetralia
Coleridge
Newton
Cowper
Mally
Singleton Benevolent Asylum
Tasmanian asylum notes and Singleton critique excerpt
A polemical account from Tasmania compares two asylums and previews reform concerns. It criticizes management, rationing, and oversight at the Tasmanian asylum while praising Singleton Benevolent Home for its architecture, daily life, and supposedly humane practices. The piece denounces lack of accountability, lists alleged inefficiencies, and urges public scrutiny of charities and officials.
Parramatta Runaway Railway Accident Report
A ministerial inquiry criticizes the Parramatta railway incident of December 26. It singles out the driver Harrison and the traffic manager for insufficient caution, noting telegram delays and a late-arriving signal. The report urges greater preparedness and accountability from rail officials.
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Smetha Conele
Jarramatta
Harrison
Traffe
Blacktown
Parramatta
Parramstia
Sugne
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