On the 7th instant the Rev. Theophilus Parr, the representative of the Primitive Methodist Church on the Council of the Churches, waited on the Colonial Secretary, Mr.J.N.Brunker, to discuss the ...
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Article : 187 wordsIn the Legislative Assembly the Customs and exeise duties were further considered in committee. The discussion was resumed on the proposal to abolish the tea duty. Mr. Best said that carrying ...
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The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), Wed 28 Aug 1895, Page 5
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