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The Convict Who Would Not Work and the Commandant
A colonial Australian tale recounts Perrier an obstinate convict in a quarry gang and Captain Allman enforcing discipline despite fierce resistance. After multiple punishments Perrier is finally subdued, and the escape by Perrier and companions ends with a violent pursuit and a grave found by the shore.
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Alotivuey
Ober Perrier
Amotles
Patrice
Captain Allman
Bie
Felend
Tia Wilwon
Sioner Surtad
Eves
Ras
Walt
Tennant
Briel
Allman
Port Macquarie
Roland
Eaglley
Nelsoy
Formral Quay
Hiv Cuaony
Jan
Nely
Roland Ban
Ufo
Caplin Allman
Terrae
Hla Aus
Perrier
Ancre
Lady Nelson
Altwan
Bearty
Parker
Thomas Hayman
Georg
Ilk
James Carney
Quarry
Nirrier
Hia Campanione
Isbour
Sheswaha
Ado
Mimaale
Volpe
San Na
Janes
Bik
Jone Musiora
Oxley
Anta Hte
Asain Turney
Hayman
Tereor
Cnossus