The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal/Volume 1/Number 7
His Honour the Lieutenant Governor has thought proper
in the Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal, signed
communications made to those persons to whom they may
BY COMMAND OF HIS HONOUR THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR.
to direct, that all public communications, which may appear
with any Official Signature, are to be considered as Official
relate.
PETER BROWN, COLONIAL SECRETARY
NEW SERIES
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16th. 1833
GOVERNMENT NOTICE.
Colonial secretary's Office
Perth, February 12th. 1833.
His Honor the Lieutenant Governor directs the undermentioned copy of an order which has been passed by the King in Council to be published for general information.
By His Honor's Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
At the Court of St. James's the 27th. of June 1832.
WHEREAS by an act passed in the Sixth year of the reign of His late Majesty King George the Fourth, intituled an act to regulate the trade of the "British possessions abroad" it is amongst other things enacted, that it shall be lawful for the Officers of Customs to go on board any ship, in any port in any British possession in America, and to rummage and search all parts of such ship for prohibited and uncustomed goods, and also to go on board any ship hovering within one league of any of the Coasts thereof, and in either case freely to stay on board such ship so long as she shall remain in such port or within such distance, and if any such ship be bound elsewhere and shall continue so hovering for the space of twenty four hours after the Master shall have been required to depart, it shall be lawful for the officer of the customs to bring such ship into port, and to search and examine her cargo, and to examine the Master on oath, touching the Cargo and voyage, and if there be any goods on board prohibited to be imported into such possession, such Ship, and her cargo shall be forfeited, and if the Master shall not truly answer the questions which shall be demanded of him in such examination, he shall forfeit the sum of One Hundred Pounds, and whereas it doth appear to His Majesty expedient and salutary that so much of the said act as is herein before recited should be extended to, and be in force within His Majesty's Colonies of New South Wales and Van Diemens Land, and Western Australia. And whereas it is by the said Act further enacted that it shall be lawful for His Majesty by and with the advice of his Privy Council by any order or orders in Council to be issued from time to time, to give such directions, and make such regulations touching the Trade and Commerce to and from any British possessions, on or near the Continent of Europe, or within the Mediterranean Sea, or in Africa, or within the limits of the East India Company's Charter, (excepting the possessions of the said Company) as to His Majesty in Council shall appear most expedient and salutary, and that if any goods shall be imported or exported in any manner contrary to any such order of His Majesty in Council, the same shall be forfeited, together with the ship importing or exporting the same. Now therefore His Majesty, by and with the advice of his Privy Council, and in pursuance and in exercise of the powers vested in him, as aforesaid, doth order, and it is hereby ordered, that so much of the said act, as is first hereinbefore recited, shall extend to and be in force in His Majestys said Colonies of New South Wales, and Van Diemens Land, and Western Australia, and the same it hereby extended to the said Colonies accordingly.
And the Right Honorable the Lords Commissioners of His Majesty's Treasury, and the Right Honorable Viscount Goderich, one of His Majesty's principal Secretaries of State, are to give the necessary directions herein, as to them may respectfully appertain.
(Signed) WILLIAM BATHURST
GOVERNMENT NOTICE.
Colonial Secretary's Office
Perth February 11th 1833
Notice is, hereby given, that Mr. J. Duffield, has applied at this office for permission for himself and family to leave the Colony, by the "Jolly Rambler."
By His Honors Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
GOVERNMENT NOTICE,
Colonial Secretary's Office
Perth, February 12th. 1833.
His Honor the Lieutenant Governor directs it to be notified that His Majesty's principal Secretary of State for the Colonies, has been pleased to confirm, Alexander Collie Esquire, in his appointment of "Colonial Surgeon."
By His Honors Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
Colonial Secretary's Office
Perth February 12th 1833
As much misapprehension appears to prevail with respect to the object and effect of the "permission" required to be obtained from the Local Government by persons desirous of leaving the Colony, His Honor the Lieutenant Governor considers it expedient to issue the following explanatory notice on the subject.
The only objects contemplated in requiring an express permission to leave the Colony, are to prevent fraudulent surprises upon Creditors, by insuring to them reasonable notice of their debtors intended departure; and to furnish Masters of Vessels about to sail from the Settlement, with the means of ascertaining those, among applicants for passages, whom they would be safe in receiving, under the Colonial Port regulations. But such permission does not in the least alter, or affect the legal rights and liabilities of the respective parties, does not exempt the debtor from any legal process, to which he was before subject. Should a Creditor defer proceedings in a wilful and oppressive manner until the eve of his debtors departure, the latter must seek his remedy in the Civil Court: in the discretionary powers of which Court, he will no doubt find ample protection, on an application supported by affidavit, to set aside the proceedings of his Creditor as vexatious and malicious.
From the date of this notice no permission to leave the Colony (except under very special circumstances) will be issued by the Colonial Secretary, unless applied for in such time as to enable that officer to give fourteen days notice of the intended departure in the Government Gazette.
By His Honors Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
Colonial Secretary's Office
Perth February 12th 1833
His Honor the Lieutenant Governor has been pleased to approve of the undermentioned rates being levied at the Fremantle Ferry, and directs them to be published for general information.
By His Honors Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
FERRY CHARGES
At North Fremantle, and Preston Point
| £ | s | d | |
| For each Person. | 0 | 6 | |
| Horse, Mare, Foal, Gelding, Ox, Bullock, Cow, Calf, Ass, or Mule, | 1 | 6 | |
| If the number exceed three the property of one person | 1 | 0 | |
| Sheep, or Goats, not exceeding 20 | 0 | 2 | |
| Ditto, ditto above that number | 0 | 1½ | |
| For each Pig | 0 | 4 | |
| Two wheeled Carriages | 2 | 6 | |
| Bushel of Grain of whatever description | 0 | 1 | |
| Luggage of all kinds at per 100lbs. | 1 | 0 |
An additional half Fare to be charged on Sundays.
The Ferry hours between the 1st. of October and the 1st. of April, to be from 6 in the morning, until 8 in the evening, and from the 1st. of April to the 1st of October from 7 in the morning until 6 in the evening.
Ferry Rates to be double the above, if before or after these hours.
GOVERNMENT NOTICE,
Colonial Secretary's Office
Perth, February 12th. 1833.
His Honor the Lieutenant Governor directs the following copy of a circular, which has been received from the Right Honorable Lord Viscount Goderich, His Majestys principal Secretary, of State for the Colonies, to be published for general information.
By His Honors Command
PETER BROWN,
Colonial Secretary.
Downing Street August 31st. 1833.
To GOVERNOR STIRLING &c, &c. &c.
Sir,
I have to desire that the following regulations may be promulgated and enforced as standing orders of your Government.
First.-Civil of Judicial Officers, or Servants of the Government of Western Australia, who may receive leave to return to Europe upon the plea of ill health, or of urgent private affairs, are to be allowed. to draw one moiety of their respective salaries, and no more, during the actual period of their absence from the Colony, and the other moiety of such salaries shall be retained in the public Treasury, and carried to account of the Public Revenue, under the head of savings accrued from salaries of Officers absent on leave.
Secondly.-It shall rest alone with the Governor, or Lieutenant Governor for the time being to determine the mode in which the duties of absent officers shall be performed until their return to the Colony.
In principle it is desirable that the duties of absent Officers should be performed by the Officer next in the order of appointment in their own respective departments, but as it may not be found practicable in all cases to act upon that rule, it is still to rest with the Governor, or Lieutenant Governor for the time being, to select the Officers, of Government to whom they shall think proper to entrust the duties of the absent officers.
Thirdly-It is to be distinctly understood that in no case are officers acting for others absent to be allowed to demand or receive any remuneration from such absent officers, nor are they to be considered entitled to receive the undrawn portions of absent officers salaries.
It shall nevertheless be competent for the Governor or Lieutenant Governor for the time being to grant to officers having acted for absent officer, a reasonable allowance or gratuity which is not in any case to exceed in one year a fourth part of the whole amount of the respective salaries of the absent officers, provided only that the Governor or Lieu- tenant Governor, for the time being shall certify to the Secretary of State that such extra allowance or gratuity has been granted in reward for meritorious exertions or useful services.
(Signed) Goderich.
NOTICE.
ALL Persons having any claims on or indebted to me, are requested to send in and settle their accounts immediately, as I am agoing to leave the Colony by the Jolly Rambler.
J. Duffield.
Fremantle, February 14th, 1833.
FIVE POUNDS REWARD
LOST IN THE BUSH.
Strayed from Coolstor___ Swan, about the 15th. January, ___ay Mare, with Black Points, Top Tail and Mane, about 13 hands high, rising 4 years old.
A reward of Five Pounds will be given on delivery of the said Mare, to Lieutenant Erskine, 63rd. Regt.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
On the 14th Sailed the Ellen, Government Schooner, Captain Tobie, for Augusta and King Georges Sound, with His Honor Lieutenant Governor Irwin, Ensign Dale Colonial Aid de Camp, G. F. Moore Esq. and the two Natives brought up by Mr. Henty in the Thistle.
Vessels lying in Gages Roads.-The Cygnet, -The Thistle, and Jolly Rambler.
THE
WESTERN AUSTRALIAN
JOURNAL.
We noticed in our first number the construction of a Water Mill at Perth, by Mr Reveley, which it was expected would be in operation in the course of the ensuing week; the usual impediments however which attend a first attempt, rendered this impracticable, and gave rise to a hasty conclusion and malicious rumour, that his efforts to accomplish this important object for the Colony, had proved abortive. An inspecting Committee visited the Mill on Tuesday last, and we have great satisfaction in stating, expressed themselves, pleased with its construction and power.
The attempt to establish a Mill at Perth, has from its importance excited considerable curiosity, and has been attended with great exertion and perseverance on the part of the enterprizing projector, it is no trifling commendation that with the exception of the bar iron required for parts or the Machinery, the whole of the materials are of Colonial production; and the Stones which were brought from the mountains, where an abundance of the same description may be procured, are pronounced to be equal to any French-burr, possessing every requisite quality for grinding Corn. The plan adopted by Mr. Reveley, is the method practised in Tuscany which combines simplicity and cheapness; the whole of the expense attending this Mill is now very little more than £500, it will require an additional sum, to secure the reservoir, which loses considerably by leakage, but the entire sum, when completed it is considered will scarcely exceed £1000. It is estimated that the mill, when the reservoir is perfected will work eight, hours every day, throughout the Summer, (which is the great object) and the stones going at their full power, will produce four or five bushels per hour. Mr. Kingsford we understand has determined upon erecting his Mill imported per Cygnet, at Bull's Creek, on the Canning: we heartly wish them both success.
The scarcity of Money at the present moment, owing to the sums which have been drained from us by the several vessels which either have, or are upon the point of taking their departure; has left us it must be allowed, in rather a needy condition. The usual discount on a loan is 25 per centum. It is no uncommon circumstance when a loan can be obtained at all, for one half of the sum to be advanced in Stores, which it may be imagined are not charged at a very reduced price. The accommodation of a discount Bank to a limited extent is greatly required; many valuable and useful projects are either discontinued or abandoned for the want of a trifling sum. for which the par ties, could either in Stock Houses, Furniture or land give ample security. We would instance the sawing of timber; but few have had the means to follow it up to the extent of which it is capable, the consequence is the principal part of the timber used at present, is unseasoned, and if required to any extent cannot be commanded. This is one of many instances, we shall return to the subject before long.
The Vines in the Botanic Garden, are flourishing most luxuriantly; and the rapid progress the Vine has made in the Colony wherever properly attended to, has established beyond a doubt, that both the soil, and climate are admirably adapted for its cultivation. We have not the slightest doubt, that a peculiarly rich flavour, would be imparted to the grape, the growth of this country; if we may judge from the exquisite perfection of other fruits. A gentleman well acquainted, with the North of France, Italy, Spain, and the different wine districts, informs us that there are valleys along the foot of our | Mountains, which bear a strong resemblance to the scenery and soil of those places. The Vine stocks in the Botanic garden, were planted two years and half ago, and have now branches extending ten yards in length, they have been loaded with fruit, but Mr. Drummond, under whose care they have been, in order to encourage their "wooding," has suffered but few bunches to ripen. A considerable order was given to Captain Henderson for "cuttings" as they, will most probably arrive, in the proper season tor planting, say the end of August or September, there can be no doubt, it will prove a profitable speculation.
Amongst the plants recently introduced and flourishing, are the hop, and the willow. We purpose giving a more particular and explicit account of the plants which have been successfully cultivated in the Colony when our space will admit.
We understand it is in contemplation to make another attempt to render the flats above Perth navigable, and a tender for the completion of the projected undertaking, we believe will appear in our next number. The inconvenience the Settler has experienced during the summer, renders this an object of serious importance; we are glad therefore to find it has been taken into consideration, and advanced to this preparatory stage.
We are informed a public School similar to those at Perth, and Fremantle, is upon the point of being established at Guildford, and one of the Passengers by the Cygnet, George Gladman has been appointed Master. A portion of land prudently reserved for the purpose of a public school, will supply a portion of the necessary funds, and the benevolent contribution of the inhabitants of the neighbourhood, will it is to be hoped, make it vie with the more populous towns of Perth and Fremantle.
Notwithstanding a notice was posted up by the Magistrates of Guildford, cautioning the inhabitants not to set fire to their grass-lands, considerable alarm was created a few days ago, by the repetition of the practice; and after destroying a valuable fence, it was with great difficulty the flames were prevented from, spreading over the town. We have noticed a similar recklessness of consequences in the outskirts of Perth, which it should be the effort of every person to check, and would justify the proper authorities in severely punishing.
The Weather.—During the week, we have had a succession of strong South and South-Westerly winds; accompanied on Thursday last by a heavy fall of rain which continued during the following night. The changes we have recently witnessed from the two extremes of heat and cold; render this, widely different from any other season we have experienced since the establishment of the Colony.
Charles Brown of Perth, was convicted this afternoon in the penalty of Five Pounds and the forfeiture of the spirits seized, for retailing spirits without a license. The Publicans are indebted to Laurence Welch an active officer of the customs, for effecting this seizure, and exposing the practice, which a few similar cases would effectually suppress.
A Fight.—Who after this will complain of a want of amusement? A pugilistic encounter between two top Sawyers took place at the back of the Perth Hotel, a few mornings ago, and was well contested for an hour and twenty minutes; this was a perfect affair of honour for the parties met, to determine, which was the better Sawyer, a question long at issue between them. We should presume from the length of time the decision of the interesting question occupied, they were well pited.
PETTY SESSIONS, FREMANTLE.
Before G. LEAKE, Esq., Civil Commissioner George Balquoison, a man of colour, was committed for stealing a quantity of carpenters tools, from a chest belonging to the late Mr Gaze, who was speared some short time ago, by the Natives at Kelmscott.
John Currie, a Portugese, was committed for an assault on Mary Ann Withnell, a child about 7 years of age, with intent to commit a rape.
Stephen Hawker, committed for stealing some spars belonging to J. Bobin, from the south beach. And on the 15th inst. the same party was charge with stealing a cask of Beef, belonging to Mr. Leake, from a boat in charge of Mr Owen.
STATE OF THE MARKET AT PERTH.
Every seasonable Vegetable, is still abundant and at reasonable prices. Wheat is selling by re tail at 15s. per bushel of 60 lbs, and flour by the bag at 6d. ½. per lb, bread the 4 lb 1s. 10d. and 2s. We have again a supply of Mutton from York, which is extremely fine at the usual price 1s. 6d. for the forequarter. and 2s. 8d. for the hindquarter. Cape Ale 1s. per quart, Candles 2s. per lb, Butter salt 1s. 9d. fresh 2s. 6d. Eggs have been very scarce of late, and seldom exposed for sale Sydney Bacon 1s. 9d. to 2s. Milk 6d. per pint, Oil very scarce, Spirits-Rum 9s. to 12s. Brandy 15s. Soap extremely scarce, and sold as high as 2s. per lb, Common Tea 3 to 5s. per lb, Cape Wine 5s. per gallon.
A stack of hay supposed to contain about twelve tons was sold a few days ago at 5l per ton, to be cleared away by the purchaser; this is considered a low price, and it was disposed of under the circumstances of the proprietor being upon the point of leaving the Colony for a short period. The usual price has been from 8 to 10l
The prices of various Manufactured Articles are exorbitantly high, principally averaging from 2 to 300 per cent upon the prices at home. We admit the shopkeeper here has not generally the advantage of this: it arises from the goods being imported either from the Cape, Van Diemen's Land or Sydney, instead of coming direct.
Stock of every description is scarce, and would prove a valuable investment; those who have had the opportunity of turning their attention to the rearing stock, have met with a valuable return.
The MAIL for Launceston per the "Thistle," was closed this afternoon;— she will sail tomorrow
The Cholera Morbus.-Under this head, we noticed a paragraph in the Hampshire Telegraph, intimating, that the Cholera had extended its destructive ravages to this Settlement. A more malicious, and scandalous falsehood, never was propagated; we acquit the Editor of that Journal of any design, in the insertion of the paragraph alluded to, but we must be permitted to state, he has been most grossly imposed upon. Neither the Cholera, or any other epedemic disease has raged here since we have taken possession of these shores. We had determined not to notice this rumour, but having heard from several persons, who have recently arrived, that it was generally credited, we think it proper although at this remote period, to give it a positive contradiction. It is evident the motive of those who circulated the report, was to deter Settlers from emigrating to this quarter and probably to fill up a vessel laid on for another Port, we trust however their base design was frustrated.
A young man last week, imprudently laid hold of a Carpet Snake, which is considered highly venomous, and whilst carrying it by the tail, fell down, and was bitten above the wrist. As the remedy applied proved efficacious, we give the particulars.
He was directed instantly to suck the wound, into which Sal-Volatile was rubbed, and a dram, in a wine glass of water, taken internally every 10 minutes. As an additional precaution, the injured part was cut out by A. Collie esq. Colonial Surgeon, about an hour after the accident.
THE LOSS OF THE AVON.
We have learnt with considerable regret that Mr. Reveley's boat "the Avon" was driven on the rocks near Carnac on Monday last, and dashed to pieces; the Masts, Sails, and rigging have been saved but the boat is a perfect wreck. We have not been able to ascertain the occasion of this accident, but there is every reason to suppose it was owing to some mismanagement, as Armstrong, who had the charge of the boat was not in her at the time. The frequent occurrence of accidents, on the River and in the roadstead; and the number of lives which have been lost, either by insobriety or carelessness, have not proved a warning to many; the same wilful negligence and recklessness still prevails. The sudden gusts of wind which we are subject to, require the greatest care and attention in the management of a boat; we hope this caution will therefore not be thrown away upon our new-comers. It is not true that Douglas, the man who was sailing the boat is drowned. Two black men, who were in her, got into a praam, which was attached to the boat and made for Fremantle, when Armstrong, and others immediately went over, and rescued Douglas from his perilous situation We are happy that we have it in our power to bear testimony to the alacrity which, on such occasions, is displayed to render assistance; it was but a short time ago, that several lives were saved, by the prompt and humane efforts, of Mr Lukin, and others. We have heard it suggested that a life boat placed within a convenient distance of the bar, might be the means of affording seasonable relief, in a time of immergency; the hint is worthy of notice, and should it meet the eye of any person desirous of forwarding this object we shall feel a gratification in promoting their views.
A NATIVE WOMAN SHOT AT YORK.
A report has reached us this morning that a Native was shot at York, on monday last. On enquiry we find, that Messrs. Trimmer and Bland's shepherd went out as usual with his flock, when he heard the voices of a number of Natives in the bush, a woman (an uncommon occurrence) as we understand came forward, and appeared to encourage the others to follow, and attack the shepherd, who on her approaching him, cried out "warra," "warra," (be gone) which she repeated, with threatening gestures, the man considering his flock, as well as his life in danger, fired, and it is supposed seriously wounded her, as she staggered back towards the party. As Mr Bland and several of the establishment are at present absent from home, we fear some attempt will be made to revenge this aggression; we trust however the strength they have on the spot will be sufficient to repel any attack, for their own safety, we believe they have no apprehensions, but their flock is much exposed, and we believe it is their practice, when their strength is lessened, as it happens at this time, to send two extra hands to guard the sheep, this precaution it is to be hoped will prove effectual.
On Tuesday and Wednesday last, the Natives visited Perth, and were in the neighbourhood in considerable numbers, we should suppose to the extent of 90 or 100, ostensively to take leave of the King George's Sound Natives, but in reality we suspect, to receive our "very good" (a term used for bread or biscuit), a quantity of which was distributed amongst them, under the superintendence of Mr. Cleland. This proceeding, we are convinced was dictated by the best intentions, but so many instances of treachery have come under our notice, we have no hesitation in asserting, the step will ere long be repented of. They should not on any account be encouraged within the precints of the town; it is utterly impossible to control or regulate the general conduct of the inhabitants towards them, and probably the innocent occasion of offence to one, may arouse the indignation of the whole, the relish acquired for our flour, and bread, some time ago, led to their stealing a bag of lime under the impression that it was flour, as well as to many other aggressions; to the commission of the greater part of which, the desire of obtaining this article was the prime incentive.
For the two days they were here and in the neighbourhood, they conducted themselves peaceably, and some of them assisted in carrying wood, and rolling barrels of Beef, or Pork to different parts of the town, for which they were remunerated with "very good"
On Wednesday about mid-day they took their departure, and passed over the flats, warning Cleland who accompanied them for the purpose of spending the night with them, not to follow which admonition he wisely complied with. We have been told, but doubt the credibility of the report, that they have hurried towards the Canning for the purpose of fighting an annual battle with another tribe, the object of conquest being, the command of the best fishing ground, and Kangaroo runs; we should wish to be informed upon this point by some of our correspondents. True it is, they made a precipitate retreat and no doubt with some premeditated design.
PARLIAMENTARY PROCEEDINGS,
For 1832. (Continued)
JUNE.-The order of the day for the third reading of the English reform bill, moved by Earl Grey, on Monday, the 4th, caused a division after four hours debate.-For the third reading, 106-Against it 22-Majority, 84; read a third time and passed.
The bill was returned to the Commons with the Lord's amendments, which were agreed to, and the royal assent was given, by commission, on the 7th. of June. Addresses agreed to by both houses relative to the attack on the person of his Majesty at Ascot races. Mr. Sadler called upon the house to recognise the principle of poor laws for Ireland, which was negatived.
JULY.-Lord Roden moves for an address to his Majesty upon the disturbed state of Ireland, and suggesting the adoption of measures for the maintenance of the Protestant church in that country; negatived, on division, by a majority of 41. Bill for the establishment of a metropolitan cemetery company, read a third time and passed. Royal assent given to the boundaries bill, and the bill for abolishing capital punishments for certain offences against property. Committee of the whole house appointed, on motion of the Chancellor of the Exchequer, to consider the Russian-Dutch loan treaty. Mr. Herries renews his motion, impugning the conduct of ministers for paying Russia money in respect thereof, which is negatived by a majority of 46 in favour of ministers. Royal assent given (17th.) to the Scotch reform bill The anatomy bill read a third time in the Lords and passed. In the Commons committee on the Russian-Dutch loan, Mr. Baring moves for "documents explanatory of the convention between Great Britain, Russia, and the Netherlands." This was obviously a manouvre to oust ministers, but the proposition was negatived by a majority of 36 in their favour. The house eventually affirmed a resolution empowering his Majesty to pay to Russia the sum stipulated in the treaty of 1815. On this proposition ministers had 79 majority. In committee of supply 15,000/. granted for the erection of a national picture gallery and record office. The Chancellor of the Exchequer brought forward his budget, exhibiting a deficiency in the revenue of 1,263,119/. on the produce of the year, with a reduction in the estimates of 2,162,051/. as compared with, those of the previous year.
AUGUST.-The Speaker signifies his intention of resigning that office at the expiration of the session. The house pass an unanimous vote of thanks to the right hon. gentleman for his impartial conduct, and vote him a retiring pension of 4,000/. per annum. In the civil list committee salary of Lord Chancellor fixed at 14,000/. and a retiring pension of 5,000/. per annum. Bills were brought in, applicable to both allowances, and passed. In Committee 58,000/ granted for the relief of the West India colonies. Royal assent given (7th.) to the Irish reform bill. Parliament prorogued on Thursday, the 16th inst. to Tuesday, the 16th, of October next.
It will be seen from the above cursory outline, that several bills, actually in progress, have been abandoned, and various intended motions on questions of the very first importance have been postponed. The new parliament will, consequently, have to bring up this heavy arrear of business, independent of other stirring questions which will, no doubt, be brought forward in rapid succession. The last session exhibits little more than wordy warfare betwixt ministers and their opponents, either struggling for the ascendancy. Let us hope that the next will be marked by deeds, calculated to benefit the people and insure the welfare of the state.
Sunday Times.
TABLE
of Fees to be charged by the Undersigned
Fremantle, February, 1838
<poem> Preparing authority to act and filing same 3s. 4d. Taking instructions, 3s. Draft case per sheet, 1s. Fair copy for use per sheet, 6d. Instructions for summons, 3s. 4d, Proceeding same from Perth, 3s. 4d. Instructing Bailiff, 3s. 4d. Attending Case in Civil Court, 6s. 8d. For every 15 minutes after the first half hour, 3s. 4d. Consultations in Fremantle not exceeding an hour, 6s. 8d. Every after hour signing any notice or other proceeding, 3s. 4d.
Conveyancing.
Taking instructions, 3s. 4d. Every half hour after the first, 5s. Draft copy of deed not exceeding 1 sheet, 5s. Fair copy for use, 3s. 4d. Every sheet after, 2s. Engrossing and perfecting same at Office. £1. 1s. For every extra sheet 3s. 4d. Draft Memorial for Register per line, 3d. Engrossing same for Registry ditto. 6d. Witnessing same, 3s. 4d. Attending at Perth to register same, 6s. 8d. Searching records at Perth, 6s. 8d.
General Business.
Writing a letter 12 lines, 3s. 4d. Every extra line, 3d. Waiting on party at Fremantle, 3s. 4d. An hour employed out of Office exclusive of expences out of pocket, 10s. 6d. Every extra hour, 5s
Notarial Acts.
Presenting documents at Fremantle, 3s. 4d Noting bill under £100, 5s. Ditto above £100, 7s. 6d. For every other £100, 1s. General Protests same as deeds. Signature of Notary, 10s. 6d, Commission on money 5 per cent.
Quarter Sessions
same as Civil Court ⁂ All other charges to be regulated by the forgoing scale.
NOTICE.
THE Undersigned wish it to be distinctly understood that no business will be proceeded with, unless the costs out of pocket are advanced.
W. N. CLARK, Attorney at Law,
and Notary Public.
W. T. GRAHAM, Agent Civil
Court, and Notary Public.
LANDED ESTATE
Agricultural Implements, Whale Boat, Household Farniture, &c., for SALE by PUBLIC AUCTION
without reserve.
Mr. Richard Lewis has the honour to announce that he will sell at his Store, Cliff-Street, Fremantle. On Saturday, the 2nd of March next, at 1 o'clock the following valuable estates, &c. &c.
That large Estate called "Cheltenham" on the right bank of the Canning River consisting of 5,300 acres of land, having a frontage on the river one mile and a half. There is a substantial house on this Estate and 14 acres of superior soil have been grubbed up by the hoe, 10 acres of which were under crop last season, and the straw will be given up to the purchaser; 20 more acres have been cleared of wood, and very little expense will prepare them for the plough. The Estate is situated within 5 miles of Perth by land, and 13 from Fremantle, and as one angle of it touches the swan opposite Pert there is a frontage on that river also an advantage that no other grant in the Colony is possessed of.
There are abundance of fine Mahogany trees. The pasturage is good and rendered more valuable by several fresh water springs, which are on the property within half a mile of the house. From its vicinity to the market towns of Perth and Fremantle, this Estate is well adapted for the breeding of live Stock, which can be sent to the former town through the bush in two hours.
ALSO, a grant of Land immediately opposite Cheltenham on the Fremantle side of the Canning, consisting of 107 acres of excellent alluvial soil completely cleared of wood, and possessing the un-common advantage of a frontage on the river of a mile and a half. The location duties have been performed on both these grants , and the Fee simple is guaranteed to the purchaser. They will be exposed in one lot or seperately as purchasers incline ; but the advantage of a river frontage on both sides is sufficiently obvious.
ALSO, 4,600 acres on the left bank of the AVON river in the York District, forming excellent sheep pasturage and fitted for all the purposes of productive industry. The term for performing the location duties does not expire for two years and a half from this date.
ALSO a Town Allotment on the Island of Rottenest, and 300 acres in the interior of the Island. There is excellent land on this grant and the pasturage has the advantage of a fresh water spring in its vicinity. The beauty of the scenery in this island is well known.
ALSO two Town Allotments in Fremantle, Nos 422 and 427.
ALSO, the whole agricultural implements, &c. on the farm of Cheltenham, consisting of a Cart and Plough, Spades, Pick-axes, Mattocks and breast Plough, Carpenters Axes, Felling ditto, Hoes, Sythes and Reaping Hooks, Corn Mill, Wheelbarrow, Carpenters Tools, Musketoon Guns and Pistols, Canteen, two Camp Ovens and ditto Grates, Empty Casks, Earthen-ware and Leaden Milk Dishes, and a Patent Churn imported per Cygnet, Steel Yards and Spring ditto weights, Butchers and Shoemakers Knives, Packing needles, Kitchen Utensils, Articles of Furniture, a Kangaroo Dog, two dozen Fowls, and an excellent White Boat in good repair, with Masts, Sails and Oars complete.
150 Bushels of Colonial Wheat, about 50 Bushels of Barley and Oats. A Quantity of Indian Corn, some very superior Wine, A few sides of Good Bacon, 15 to 20 bags of superior Isle of France Sugar. A very Elegant 8 day Clock warranted to keep good time. A few boxes of dried fruits, and a great many other articles.
The properties on the Canning may be viewed previous to the Sale, and the Title Deeds inspected on application to W.N Clark Solicitor. Freemantle,July 13th, 1833.
GENERAL POST OFFICE PERTH
Notice is hereby given that Mr. John Bateman is authorized to receive all letters or parcels for the Post at Fremantle, at the Harbour Masters Office. CharlesMacFaullPostmaster. February 15th. 1833
ON SALE
AT THE STORE, OF THE UNDERSIGNED Perth and Fremantle, Jan. 24th, 1833
Cogniac Brandy Jamaien Rum, Hollands, Cape Wine, Dunbars Bottled Stout Ale in hogsheads. Beef Irish Prime Mess Pork Candles, Arrack Hops, Raisins Dried Fruits Apples, Pears Apricots, Peaches Prime Butter, Snuff in Canisters Windows Glass Brass Cocks, Spades, Pick Axes, Sickles, Nails Steed Mills, Colonial Flour Wheat Barley Oats Men's Strong Shoes Cart and Waggon Wheels Corks, Cigars Crockery, Cloves Nutmegs, Pepper Shot, Iron, and Steel in bars, London Mustard. Tin Mugs, Pickles Pitch and Tar White, Black and Green Paint Mauritius Sugar Fine and Common Black and Green Teas. London Soap, Seeds, Stationery and Account Books, Slops, Tobacco.
G Leake
FOR SALE
At the stores undersigned.
Strong Scotch Ale, Pale Ale, and London double brown Stout in wood and bottle, Brandy, Rum, Hollands, Port, Maderia, Sherry, Claret, and other wines. Sugars, of all qualities,-Tobacco , Segars, Vinegar, Pickles, Chocolate, Raisins, Starch, Blue, Gentlemens Boots, Coats, Waistcoats, and Trousers, Ladies Bonnets and Scarfs. Writing Paper, &c &c. &c. Masts, Topmasts, Yards, Chain Cable and Anchor for a ship of 500 tons. The hulk of the Ship Rockingham. Also to be let, or sold, a fine boat of 12 tins and 3 neat Cottages near the Cantonment.
William Lamb Fremantle January 30th. 1833.
FOR SALE
That valuable Perth Allotment L No. 39,next to the one occupied by Mr. Mews, Apply to William Lamb Fremantle.
FOR SALE
THE Cutter rigged BOAT "SUCCESS" carrying 2 tons, with new sails, Mast, chain Cable and Anchor,-Price 35 Guineas Cash, or 40 Guineas in barter for live stock, or useful article of provisions.-Apply to W. GIBBS, Perth
Edited, Printed and Published by CHARLES MACFAULL at the Gazette Office, Perth.