[Editor: A poem published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 26 November 1845.] The “Cataraqui.” “The Cataraqui, emigrant ship, was totally wrecked on King’s Island, on the morning of the 4th of August, 1845, when four hundred and fourteen persons met a watery grave.” By S. … [Read more...] about The “Cataraqui” [poem, 26 November 1845]
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Squatters [28 May 1845]
[Editor: An article regarding the problems of squatters in colonial Australia. Published in Geelong Advertiser, and Squatters’ Advocate, 28 May 1845.] Squatters. There is something uncouth to “ears polite,” in the term “Squatters,” and there are actually persons who … [Read more...] about Squatters [28 May 1845]
Capital punishments [25 March 1845]
[Editor: An article arguing in favour of capital punishment. Published in The South Australian, 25 March 1845.] Capital punishments. At the late sessions, two men have been convicted of capital crimes — have been condemned to death — and will be executed on the 29th … [Read more...] about Capital punishments [25 March 1845]