Wingham Chronicle notes on local events and ship launches
The Wingham Chronicle reports on gatherings of notable figures including Sir James Martin and Alfred Cape, updates on Newton's vessel launch plans, and the completion of the Wingham Punt with remarks on its construction. It mentions potential improvements to a direct Dingo to Manning route and notes the Tahitian Sugar Cane trial and a Sabbath School tea party in Tinonee with addresses by Rev. Mr. Laing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinoneo
Iterra
Cope
Junge Lith
Willian
James Martin
Alfred
Henry Cape
W. Forster
Tinonee
Richard Churchill
Police Magistrate Tinonee July 1871 appointment
Government Gazette records Philip Snape JP appointed Police Magistrate and Clerk of Petty Sessions at Bullahdelab Mya River. Official notice dated June 3, 1871. published in the 1871 Gazette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinonee
Philip Snape
Bullahdelab
Mya River
Government
Sugar Mills Rapidly Multiply Around Tinonee
July 16 1871 Sugar mills proliferate in the Manoing district with William Allan nearing crush at his mill Onley Island also sees progress Baird’s mill similarly near completion Salter producing sugar and plans by Mr Chapman Clarke Redbank to begin soon Sears to start shortly More mills expected Kimbrik to resume next month Gnonee works currently suspended
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William Allan
Baird
Onley Island
Salter
New Vessel Launched the Rachel Cohen at Pelican
On Saturday last January 2 a new vessel named the Rachel Cohen was launched at Pelican. Built for Bo Cohen of Clarence by master shipbuilder Newton, it is a strong sea worthy craft with a 32 foot beam, 10 foot depth, and about 140 tons capacity. Built over five months, it provided jobs for about thirty men and will operate in the direct trade between the Tar and Melbourne under Captain Arthur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Cramstor
Manning
Arthur
Hector
Te Tarave
Melbourne
Mail Boy Strikes
Timner August 12 1a7Td reports the mail carrier on the route between Thi onee and Urol took the Time HU and caused delay. A special messenger was sent to Candletown last Sunday to deliver mail. Authorities will consider the proper fine for the neglect of duty.
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Timner
Land price in Tinonee district for hill farm
In Tinonee the present land prices illustrate value of a hill farm of ninety acres with about fifty acres brush and the rest forest. The asking price is £780, about £13 per acre on the arable portion. Mr. Abbott purchased the property.
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Tinonee
Winey
Abbott
Wild Ducks Abound Around Manning Swamps
Tinonee reports a summer abundance as wild ducks fill nearly every swamp and water-hole. Children bring home bags after three or four brave trips to hunt, illustrating the pervasive duck population along the Manning River.
Property Sale at Oxley Jeland Auctioned for Over £500
Thanes August 1 1871 Samuel Dibson homestead sold by auction to Murray of Mondrook for a little over £500 per acre £13 lds. Other farms remained unsold. Gibson family and kin plan to move to Richmond. The community notes Manning seeks to attract more substantial citizens to less crowded districts.
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Thanes
Samuel Dibson
Oxley Jeland
Omen Murray
Mondrook
Gibson
Softela-Law
Richmond
Manning
Grasshoppers in New Wales Centres Prompt Pest Action
A fragmented note reports grasshopper pest damage across several centers in New Wales with mentions of a Bee dewar fale and mitigation efforts. The extract hints at scattered outbreaks and calls for assessment of infestation levels in multiple locations.
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Wales
Grasshoppers devastate estates in Liverport district and beyond
Reports describe grasshoppers half an inch to an inch long swarming from Liverport to the Upper Hunter area. They strip fields near Jerry's Pline and Bales and Mr Fawier stations, with a bridge fortified to pass man and horse. Heavy losses and concern across towns grow as swarms persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menewey
Reeve Corelie
Dietriess
Betes
Ned
Swata
Grobthoppre
Liverport
Ste, Bales
Fawier
Hieserge
Wingham Punt Shows Costly Punt Left Unattended
The Wingham punt, described as a splendid example of official plundering, lies in the river unviewed and unused. Two chains sent up are too heavy, and no one is authorized to inspect the vessel whose cost ran to a large sum, with a high flood risk if moved.
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Tinowee
Wingham Punt
Eterhia
Dingo
Wingham
Sydney
Candle Court House delays and court house costs
The article notes the candle court house at Tinjppties Angunt Ith IsTI remains incomplete and questions when the appointed Clerk of Petty Sessions will occupy the building. It laments the absurdity of the situation and mentions concurrent jurisdiction and the impact on court houses and codes.
Forster Township Placed at Wallamba River Entrance
A township named Forster in honor of a former district representative has been laid out at the entrance to the Wallamba River. Allotments will be disposed of very shortly according to the report.
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Forster
Wallamba
Sugar Cane Crushing Progress Amid Poor Grammar
Mr Robert Gearle commenced crushing on Monday and aims to press many gallons of juice daily. Fifteen sever oat regolden await crushing and ten more acres will be planted this season as the mill operates admirably.
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Robert Gearle
Sugar Again from Oxley Island Sugar Mill
Mr. William Allen of Oxley Island sends a sample of his sugar now produced, with a current price of 4 ready gale on the spot at £36 per ton.
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Tinotes
William Allen
Oxley Island
Sugar Mill Burned Near Woodaldr Above Wingham
A sugar mill near Woodaldr above Wingham, built about two years ago and once operated by Mr. Andrews, has burned down. The loss is described as complete and the fire is reported on October 7th, 1811.
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Woodaldr
Wingham
Ghost of Oxley Island Tale Emerges in Weeks of Quiet
Fragmentary notes describe a girl at Oxbow Uehurid and a lingering mystery. Investigations on the scene have given credence to the report, though details remain unclear and spread through town gossip.
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Oxbow
Uehurid
Whistler
Statute of Charles St Tinchee Sabbath Laws Noted
A historical notice describes enforcement of old statutes as part of a court proceeding. It mentions magistrates, parish officials, and a parade tied to Sabbath breaking and religious observance. The text references the Ha elish Court and coordinates with local authorities in a late medieval or early modern legal context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinchee
Charles Waa
Lorie
Pierset
bin Owen
Olin
Italian Clergyman Arrives for Faroe Parish Visit
The Rev Father Angeline Pelletih, a clergyman, has arrived in the Bahia Uergyman area as part of a Catholic delegation. He is expected to preside over a portion of the district, but the exact parish assignment has not yet been determined.
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Timon
Getaber
Angeline Pelletih
Bahia
Uergyman
Elaven
Faroe
Wheat and Mercantier Ps Details in Court Filing
Fragmentary OCR notes show Wheat Pieriin and Mercantier Ps connected with Mp Thomn Marrie in a legal context. Mentions involve Ue of the wheat, a date, and references to Prem Seow Kirke and Raw de OTe. Insufficient complete facts for full clarity.
Wesleyan Church Tender Meeting at Tinonee
A meeting at Tinonee on November 25 discusses tender offers for building the Wesleyan church. The committee weighs brick options and contractor qualifications. Rev Miro Ratlede and Rev Mr Pickerine are mentioned in relation to church duties during the project.
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Tinntwer
Tinonee
Wesley Mimintere
Miro Ratlede
Macleay
Sabbath School Anniversary Observed at Maberineta
On November 29 the Sabbath School anniversary was celebrated with Mr Chaver preaching and the attendees enjoying the event. The gathering included Mr Wilson and other local residents as part of the day’s observance.
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Balihoath Seles
Chaver
Tiediay
Ain Excellett Fey
Henry Gidresses
Wilson
The Wheat Crop Decline Across The District
The wheat crop shows reduced sowing and uneven growth due to late dates and pests. Farmers report scant yields and lower resources as they struggle with a poor season despite efforts to salvage output.
Conveyance of Mails Tinoner October Fiat
The Gazetle notes mail service between Stroud and Tinotee. Mr Joli Langworthy’s tender was accepted to convey mail by coach with two horses for £166 per year. Mr EF J McCartery is contracted for the service between Tineres and Red Bankslen for three years at £27 los per year, about 8/8 per day for man and horse.
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Tinoner
Fiat
TsTl
Stroud
Joli Langworthy
Ancom
EF. J. M'Cartery
Tineres
Red Bankslen
Public School Tour Tinonee Names Added to Board
The Government Gazetta reports Meséra Thorman H Wynter George Oaehs and Patereh McCann named as additional members of the Public School Tour Tinonee board.
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Nov Tith
Gazetta
Meséra
Thorman H. Wynter
George Oaehs
Patereh McCann
Tinonee
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Grasshoppers
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Newcastle
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Taree
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