The South Australian Government Gazette
Published by Authority
By Command A.M. Mundy Colonial Secretary
From January 7 1847 to December 23 1847
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The South Australian Government Gazette covering January 7, 1847 to December 23, 1848, issued under the authority of Colonial Secretary A.M. Mundy, serves as a vital administrative record during a pivotal phase in the colony's development. Published weekly, the Gazette documents official proclamations, legislative enactments, land grants, public appointments, and judicial notices. It reflects the expanding bureaucratic structure of South Australia, detailing the regulation of trade, shipping, and local governance. The publication also includes legal announcements such as bankruptcies, probate matters, and company registrations, offering insight into the colony's evolving civic and commercial landscape.
This volume captures the rhythm of colonial life as South Australia matured from a fledgling settlement into a more structured society. Land notices reveal the push for agricultural and pastoral expansion, while entries on immigration and infrastructure signal the colony's growing ambitions. The Gazette also records the establishment of local councils, electoral boundaries, and the appointment of magistrates and medical professionals—key indicators of institutional consolidation. For historians and genealogists, this edition offers a rich trove of names, locations, and events, making it an indispensable resource for tracing the social, legal, and economic contours of mid-19th century South Australia.
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General wear to original leather bindings and marbled boards with a few bumps, minor damage as shown. Binding is strong, covers are firm and secure. There are no loose pages. Pages are clean and beautifully presented. The odd age mark here and there to pages with some yellowing as would be expected of documents this age. A desirable and beautifully presented volume of early Australian government gazette history in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 28cm x 22.5cm x 3cm (440 pages)
