[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a gold-seeker’s site in a bush area, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th century (circa 1905-1912).] [Front of postcard] Williams. S. Melb. 66. … [Read more...] about Fossicker’s claim, Daylesford [postcard, circa 1905-1912]
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The legislative passage of the Gold Fields Law Amendment Bill [extracts from the Votes and Proceedings of the Legislative Council, Victoria, 1855]
The Gold Fields Law Amendment Act went through a long process before it became law; the legislative process can be seen in extracts from the Votes and Proceedings of the Legislative Council (Victoria, 1855). This law, known as the Gold Fields Law Amendment Act, was passed by the … [Read more...] about The legislative passage of the Gold Fields Law Amendment Bill [extracts from the Votes and Proceedings of the Legislative Council, Victoria, 1855]
No. XXXVII.: An Act to amend the Laws relating to the Gold Fields [1855 law, Colony of Victoria]
[Editor: This law, passed in 1855 in the Colony of Victoria, brought into being the Miner’s Right and associated rules and regulations. The headings in square brackets are the section titles or explanatory notes printed in the margins of the document beside those … [Read more...] about No. XXXVII.: An Act to amend the Laws relating to the Gold Fields [1855 law, Colony of Victoria]
Miner’s Right (Western Australia) [for Daniel Williams, 28 September 1908]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Daniel Williams, in Western Australia, on 28 September 1908.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Western Australia. Miner’s Right. 120213 J.W.S.. … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Western Australia) [for Daniel Williams, 28 September 1908]
Miner’s Right (South Australia) [for Ernest Victor Gerloff, 10 July 1923]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Ernest Victor Gerloff, in South Australia, on 10 July 1923.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] No. 1745 South Australia [Schedule … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (South Australia) [for Ernest Victor Gerloff, 10 July 1923]
Miner’s Right (Queensland) [for William George Reeve, 4 February 1893]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to William George Reeve, in Queensland, on 4 February 1893.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten text has been rendered in italics.] No. 106908 10s. Available for all Queensland … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Queensland) [for William George Reeve, 4 February 1893]
Miner’s Right (New South Wales) [for Julia Rammert, 30 November 1928]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Julia Rammert, in New South Wales, on 30 November 1928.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] New South Wales. No. 902 Renewal of no. 930 £ ~~ 5/ … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (New South Wales) [for Julia Rammert, 30 November 1928]
Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Harry Williams, in Victoria, on 7 June 1901.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Book 862 Victoria. No. 236 2s. 6d. … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]
Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Robert King, 8 January 1872]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Robert King, in Victoria, on 8 January 1872.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten text has been rendered in italics.] Series C. Colony of Victoria. Five Shillings. No. 67175 District & Place in which issued … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Robert King, 8 January 1872]
Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Emily Kisler, 21 August 1888]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Emily Kisler, in Victoria, on 21 August 1888.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Series I. No. 138 Book No. 5 Five Shillings Colony of … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Emily Kisler, 21 August 1888]
Gold License (Victoria) [for W. Fittall, 7 November 1854]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to W. Fittall, in Victoria, on 7 November 1854.] NOT TRANSFERABLE. £2 £2 Gold License. — THREE MONTHS. No. 108 Seventh Novr 1854. The Bearer W Fittall having paid the Sum of TWO … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for W. Fittall, 7 November 1854]
Gold License (Victoria) [for James Grant Taylor, 6 April 1854]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to James Grant Taylor, in Victoria, on 6 April 1854.] £2 £2 Gold License. — THREE MONTHS. No. 113 6 April 1854. The Bearer James Grant Taylor having paid the Sum of TWO Pounds on … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for James Grant Taylor, 6 April 1854]
Gold License (Victoria) [for J. Taylor, 12 December 1853]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to J. Taylor, in Victoria, on 12 December 1853.] Gold License. No. 87 12 Decr 1853. The Bearer J Taylor having paid the Sum of 40/ One Pound Ten Shillings, on account of the General Revenue of the Colony, I … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for J. Taylor, 12 December 1853]
Gold License (Victoria) [for Berney Wheaton, 3 September 1853]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to Berney Wheaton, in Victoria, on 3 September 1853.] Gold License. No. 108 3rd Sept 1853. The Bearer Berney Wheaton having paid the Sum of 2 One Pound Ten Shillings, on account of the General Revenue of the … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for Berney Wheaton, 3 September 1853]
Gold License (Victoria) [for John White, 28 February 1853]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to John White, in Victoria, on 28 February 1853.] Victoria. Gold License. No. 128 28th February 1853. The Bearer John White having paid to me the Sum of One Pound Ten Shillings, on account of the … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for John White, 28 February 1853]
Gold License (Victoria) [for H. Isleton, 16 July 1852]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to H. Isleton, in Victoria, on 16 July 1852.] Victoria. Gold License. No. 7 July 16 1852. The Bearer H. Isleton having paid the Sum of One Pound, Ten Shillings, on account of the Territorial Revenue, I … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for H. Isleton, 16 July 1852]
Gold License (Victoria) [for I. Woods, 7 June 1852]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to I. Woods, in Victoria, on 7 June 1852.] Victoria. Gold License. No. 103 June 7 1852. The Bearer I. Woods having paid the Sum of One Pound, Ten Shillings, on account of the Territorial Revenue, I … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for I. Woods, 7 June 1852]
Gold License (Victoria) [for William Pettard, 11 March 1852]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to William Pettard, in Victoria, on 11 March 1852.] Victoria. A. Gold License. No. 718 11th March 1852. The Bearer Wm Pettard having paid the Sum of One Pound, … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for William Pettard, 11 March 1852]
Gold License (Victoria) [for Mr. Hamilton, January 1852]
[Editor: This Gold License was issued to Mr. Hamilton, in Victoria, in January 1852.] [No. 49½.] Victoria. Gold License. No. Jan.y 1852. The Bearer Mr. Hamilton having paid the Sum of One Pound, Ten Shillings, on … [Read more...] about Gold License (Victoria) [for Mr. Hamilton, January 1852]
Gallery of Gold Licenses (Victoria)
This gallery showcases a variety of Victorian Gold Licenses, dating from 1852 to 1854. The regulations printed on the Gold Licenses varied significantly, becoming more detailed with the passage of time. Click on the images to see the larger images and transcriptions of the … [Read more...] about Gallery of Gold Licenses (Victoria)
Universal suffrage [18 April 1855]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Miner’s Right, was published in The Adelaide Times (Adelaide, SA), 18 April 1855.] Universal suffrage. One of the most important recommendations urged upon the Victorian Government by the Commissioners, recently appointed to enquire … [Read more...] about Universal suffrage [18 April 1855]
Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photo of the mine buildings and mullock heaps of the Star of the East Gold Mining Company (Ballarat, Victoria). The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908.] [Front of … [Read more...] about Star of the East Gold Mining Co., Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
Coolgardie [gold rushes, 21 March 1894]
[Editor: This article is an extract from the “Coolgardie” column, published in The Macleay Argus (Kempsey, NSW), 21 March 1894; it was reprinted from the Hillgrove Guardian (Hillgrove, NSW).] Coolgardie. The Hillgrove Guardian says:— “Letters received here show that none … [Read more...] about Coolgardie [gold rushes, 21 March 1894]
Gold-field regulations [Slater’s Queensland Almanac, 1868]
[Editor: These regulations were published in Slater’s Queensland Almanac for 1868 (1868).] Gold-field regulations Intending diggers will probably peruse with interest the following regulations:— Commissioner empowered to make temporary rules. — The Commissioner may at … [Read more...] about Gold-field regulations [Slater’s Queensland Almanac, 1868]