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Series 4 : Contents list to Finniss’ journal, prepared by archivist
Miscellaneous papers dealing with Mauritius (of no use to pp. 1-29. students of S.A. history).
Military and miscellaneous papers (not South Australian). pp . 129-158.
Comparison of the relative costs of settling in Van Dieman's p. 159 Land and South Australia.
Lists of stores. pp . 161, 227-228.
Estimates of expenses. pp . 162, 190.
Letters relating to B.T. Finniss's application for the position of pp . 163-180, 193. Assistant Surveyor in S.A.
Portion of a draft of a letter announcing the writer's intention p. 182. of emigrating.
Draft of a letter to W.F.W. Martin explaining the plan for the pp . 183-187, 191-192. colonization of S.A.
Outfit for S.A. pp . 188-189.
Portion of a letter by B.T.N. Finniss (son of B.T. Finniss, p. 194A. drowned in the River Murray)
Gardening notes. pp . 195-196.
Portion of a letter announcing that the public officers of S.A. p. 197. are to meet in London twice a week for the transaction of business.
Notes on a system of defence for S.A. pp . 201-207.
Estimates for the erection of a dwelling. pp . 218-220, 224-226.
Baggage regulations for passengers to S.A. pp . 222.
Portion of agreement by employer of James Hoare and wife. p. 229.
Estimates of Government expenses. pp . 232-233.
Portion of a letter describing the voyage of the Cygnet to South pp . 234-235. Australia.
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Series 5 : Part I Miscellaneous Papers and Manuscripts of B.T. Finniss, 1835-1891.
Personal
1. March 10, 1838. E.A. Williams to J. Finniss thanking him for copies of a South Australian newspaper and of B.T. Finniss's report on S.A.
2. May 28, 1841 B.T. Finniss to Governor Gawler, thank him for a present of instruments:
3. Jan. 5, 1843 Memorial from B.T. Finniss to the Sec. of State, explaining his reduced circumstances and asking for remission in the purchase of land.
4. Sept. 7, 1843 Diploma issued to B.T. Finniss as a member of the Societe d'Histoire Naturelle de I'lle Maurice.
5. May 17, 1849 B.T. Finniss to Governor Young thanking him for appointment as Colonial Sec. or in the Treasury, with reply by Gov. Young announcing his intention of recommending Finniss for the Col. Secretaryship in the event of a vacancy occurring.
6. May 17, 1849 Dup. of above
7. Oct. 29, 1850 Col. Sec. to B.T. Finniss advising him of his appointment as Reg. Gen. & Col. Treas.
8. May 6, 1852 Sir G. Grey to B.T. Finniss congratulating him on his appointment as Col. Sec.
9. Jan. 8, 1853 Col. Sec. to B.T.F. enclosing Letters Patent appointing him Lieut. Gov.
10. July 30, 1853 R.D. Hanson to B.T. Finniss making an appointment.
11. Aug. 3 1854 Sir G. Grey to B.T. Finniss introducing R. Webb who proposes to establish a railway from Port Wakefield to the Burra.
12. Jan. 18, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Mr Richardson asking for particulars from Letter Book concerning appointments held by Finniss.
13. Oct. 31, 1856 B.T. Finniss as Col. Sec. to himself enclosing Commission as Chief Sec. of S.A.
14. Aug. 14, 1857 H. Duncan to B.T. Finniss thanking him for kindness by Finniss while Acting Governor.
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15. 1864(?) List of chief events in the life of B.T. Finniss to March, 1864.
16. Mar. 5, 1866 Private Sec. to B.T. Finniss notifying him that the title "Honourable" appeared in the Gov. Gaz. 15/12/64.
17. Mar. 6, 1866 S. Deering to B.T. Finniss on same subject as above.
18. Mar. 18, 1867 B.T. Finniss to the Earl of Carnarvon making application for appointment "in a position of honour at home or abroad".
19. Apr. 13, 1876 Under Sec. to B.T. Finniss enquiring whether Finniss is willing to act as Deputy Auditor General. 20. Apr. 19, 1876 Under Sec. to B.T. Finniss announcing his appointment as Deputy Auditor General.
21. Apr. 20, 1876 B.T. Finniss to Under Sec. acknowledging above.
22. May 8, 1877 Under Sec. to B.T. Finniss thanking him for his services as Deputy Auditor General.
23. Apr. 27, 1882 B.T. Finniss to C.S. Bray applying for position of Auditor General.
24. May 29, 1884 S. Davenport to B.T. Finniss thanking him for congratulations on his being knighted.
25. April 1891 T. Worsnop to B.T. Finniss inviting him to meet Sir G. Grey at the Railway Station.
Survey
26. Nov. 12, 1835 Col. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss replying to his application for the position of Deputy Surveyor General in S.A.
27. Mar. 5, 1836 Col. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss asking him to attend at the office each morning to receive instructions of Col. Light, with reply by Finniss complaining of implied censure in above letter.
28. Mar. 9, 1836 Col. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss - General instructions concerning the Survey.
29. Mar. 9, 1836 Col. Commrs. to G.S. Kingston - General instructions concerning the Survey.
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30. Mar. 12, 1836 Col. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss reassuring him of the Board's approval of his exertions.
31. Mar. 18. 1836 Cal. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss notifying him of time and place of sailing of the "Cygnet".
32. Mar. 21, 1836 Col. Commrs. to B.T. Finniss enclosing instructions for Surveyors.
33. Aug. 12, 1839 C. Sturt to B.T. Finniss concerning the proposed appointment of B.T. Finniss as Deputy Surveyor General.
34. 1839(?) Circumstances connected with the appointment of B.T. Finniss as Deputy Surveyor General in 1839.
35. Nov. 2, 1841 Col. Sec. to Surveyor General concerning the removal of B. T. Finniss from the office of Deputy Surveyor General in favour of Mr Burr and suggesting that Finniss be induced to accept a subordinate position.
36. Nov. 23, 1841 B.T. Finniss to Surveyor General declining appointment in Land Office.
37. Dec. 12, 1842 B.T. Finniss to Chief Sec. relative to continuance in office .as Chief Draughtsman.
38. Sept. 27, 1860 Surveyor Gen. to B.T. Finniss asking him to call at the Survey Office for his License as Surveyor.
39. Oct. 1, 1860 Surveyor's License issued to B.T. Finniss.
Police
40. Sept. 9, 1863 Letter to B.T. Finniss from Crown Lands Office enclosing Special License as Surveyor under Real Property Act.
41. Oct. 31, 1846 Sec. for Colonies to Gov. Robe acknowledging receipt of Finniss's report as Commissioner of Police.
42. May 4, 1847 Col. Sec. to B.T. Finniss conveying Sec. of State's satisfaction with Police Report
43. Sept. 16, 1847 Sec. of State to Gov. Young expressing much satisfaction with B.T. Finniss's report as Commissioner of Police.
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44. Jan. 6, 1848 Sec. of State to Administrator of the Govt. in S.A. expressing satisfaction with B.T. Finniss's reports as Commissioner of Police.
45. Mar. 6, 1848 Col. Sec. to B.T. Finniss enclosing above.
46. July 19, 1848 Col. Sec. to B.T. Finniss enclosing copy of a dispatch expressing satisfaction with B.T. Finniss's reports as Commissioner of Police.
River Murray Customs Duties
47. Aug. 7, 1856 Opinion by B.T. Finniss as Col. Sec. in Exec. Council on the question of the Murray Intercolonial Duties.
48. Apr. 20, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Governor MacDonnell on the Murray Tariff question.
49. Aug. 24, 1883 L.S. Spiller to B.T. Finniss on-above.
Waterworks
50. Aug. 21, 1852 Memo. re suggested Waterworks Bill.
51. 1855 (?) Synopsis of history of establishment of Adelaide City Waterworks, by B.T. Finniss.
52. 1855 (?) Memo. by B.T. Finniss re estimated cost of Adelaide City Waterworks.
53. 1855-56 Return of interest payable on City of Adelaide Waterworks and Drainage Bonds.
Responsible Government
54. May 19, 1853 Memo. for drafts of bills to amend the Acts for the Constitutional Government of S.A.
55. June 6, 1853 R.D. Hanson to B.T. Finniss on the subject of the proposed new Constitution Bill.
56. Nov. 1856 Memo. by B.T. Finniss on the desirability of introducing responsible government.
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Civil Service
57. 1854(?) Address from the Civil Service to Governor Young on his departure from S.A.
58. Aug. 13, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Under Sec. - Appreciation of work of officers while Col. Sec..
59. 1857 Draft of Superannuation Act from notes by B.T. Finniss
60. 1857 Sketch of Civil Service Superannuation Fund.
61. 1858 List of officers in Civil Service, showing increase in salaries under Estimates 1858.
Finance
62. May 12, 1851 Certificate of Audit for Land Fund Accounts, Jan-Dec. 1848.
63. Nov. 6, 1852 Statement by Col. Treas. of receipts and accounts for week ending Nov. 6 1852.
64. Aug. 11, 1855 Memo. by B.T. Finniss containing explanation of the cash balances reported on by Auditor General on June 30, 1855.
65. Oct. 15, 1855 Memo. by B.T. Finniss re Income Tax
66. 1855-1856 Statement of Loan of £1000, at Interest 5 per cent, Redemption 1 per cent. Do., Redemption 2 per cent.
67. 1855-1856 Scheme for raising £1000 by issue of S.A. Consols at 5 per cent redeemable at end of 37 years.
68. Apr. 9, 1856 Report by Auditor General on proposed Commission to examine the keeping of public accounts, with remarks by Col. Treas.
69. Apr. 9, 1856 Copy of minutes-endorsed on above.
70. Jan. 1, 1859 Statement of Bonded Debt
71. Apr. 13, 1859 Treasurer to S. TomkinsOn offering £50,000 Bills on London at a premium of 12/6 per cent.
72. June 16, 1859 B.T. Finniss to Chief Sec. proposing to obtain legal advice as to payment of Principal to holders of Bonds.
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73. Comparison of forms of Bonds issued in accordance with various acts, with reference to the place of payment of interest and principal, with remarks by Col. Treasurer and questions for Attorney General.
74. Memo. on Bonds, by B.T. Finniss.
75. Dec. 31, 1859 Loan Accounts. Position on Dec. 31, 1859.
76. 1855-56 Notes on Loans.
77. Notes by B.T. Finniss on Loan Bill
General
78. Mar. 14, 1849 Gov. Young to B.T. Finniss advocating the insertion of the titles Mayor and Alderman in the Municipal Bill.
79. Apr. 18, 1855 Sec. of State to Gov. MacDonnell acknowledging subscription from S.A. for widows and orphans of soldiers engaged in war with Russia, and thanking the people of S.A. for an address of loyalty to the Queen.
80. Nov. 1, 1855 Programme for opening of Council.
81. May 3, 1856 Clerk of Exec. Council to Col. Sec. announcing a special meeting of Council.
82. Aug. 20, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss re opening despatches in the absence of the Governor and Private Sec.
83. Oct. 15, 1856 Memo. by B.T.F. opposing the alteration of the Distillation Laws.
84. Jan. 8, 1857 Address to B.T. Finniss asking him to allow himself to be nominated to represent City of Adelaide in House of Assembly.
85. Feb. 3, 1857 Treasurer to Harbour Master stating that the "Blanche" is not required for electoral service at Kingscote but may be sent to Guichen Bay, Port Augusta, or Port Lincoln.
86. May 8, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Governor MacDonnell re proposed alteration of route of mail steamers to allow them to touch at Kangaroo Island or Victor Harbour.
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87. Sept. 29, 1857 R.D. Hanson to B.T. Finniss announcing that Capt. Hart has been asked to join ministry in place of B.T. Finniss, and making appointment with Finniss.
88. Feb. 20, 1860 Memo. for Cabinet by B.T. Finniss advising caution in expenditure.
89. Mar. 15, 1860 A. Blyth to B.T. Finniss announcing that Gawler electors wish Finniss to stand for Barossa.
90. Apr. 27, 1860 R.D. Hanson to B.T. Finniss accepting the latter's resignation from the Ministry, with note by Finniss on his candidature for the Speakership.
91. Sept. 20, 1860 J.B. Neales to B.T. Finniss concerning Govt. policy with regard to mineral lands.
92. Jan. 27, 1868 Reform Association circular with signatures.
93. June 15, 1871 T. Worsnop to B.T. Finniss furnishing returns of the cost of forming streets in the city.
Miscellaneous Papers
94. n.d. Notes on agents-general and Chaffey Brothers.
95. n.d. Notes on religious instruction of children.
96. n.d. Notes on the cost of selecting land.
97. n.d. End portion of report (by B.T. Finniss?) relating to a ship left on mud flat. Others mentioned: Captain Phillips, Coxwain Mr Wiltshire, Dr and Mrs Davis.
98. c1875 Account by B.T. Finniss of his life, including army education and service, and service in South Australia to c1875.
99. Feb. 14, 1844 Account by Finniss of his resigning his Army commission and coming to South Australia.
100. Dec. 28, 1892 Newscutting from "The Advertiser" - "Reminiscences of the Early Days - A chat with the Hon. B.T. Finniss."
101. c1856 Paper relating to retirement of Civil Service officers.
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102. Feb. 6, 1893 Newscutting from the "Register" - "Politics, Old & New – A chat with Colonel Finniss."
103. c1883 Notes by Finniss on government sponsored work.
104. c1857 Notes by Finniss relating to the Government's Waste Lands Bill.
105. Jan. 26, 1858 Notes by Finniss on The Torrens Bill passed in the Legislative Council.
106. March 1873 B.T. Finniss' replies to queries received on issues (Northern Territory, Transcontinental Railway, Crown Lands, and Constitutional Reform).
107. April 20, 1890 End portion of statement in B.T. Finniss' hand, wherein he recalls his position as "Chief Secretary (Premier?], under Responsible Government", his role in. the Northern Territory settlement, and in conclusion, makes mention of his children and grandchildren in the colony.
108. n.d. List of Government officers, age and salary.
109. c1884 Notes or draft of letter by B.T. Finniss regarding premiums paid for insurance policy.
110. c1890? Extract from recollections of B.T. Finniss (partly in another family member's writing?) in which he mentions his achievements under the governorship of several earlier South Australian governors and details about his family.
111. November Copy of a letter to Maj. General Sir Richard Bourke written by 1835 Fitzroy Somerset, regarding a request for references about the Service of Lieutenant B.T. Finniss in the 82nd Regiment, to be used by Finniss as a settler in New South Wales. (A short list of Finniss' services is attached.)
112. May 8, 1883 End portion of a letter by Finniss regarding G.W. Goyder's report on his tender to execute the Surveys of the Northern Territory.
113. c1864 Testimonial by B.T. Finniss of his army service 1825-1835 and later appointments etc in the colony of South Australia, written prior to taking up his appointment as first Government Resident of the Northern Territory in 1864.
114. Sept. 20, Statement showing the estimated government deficit on 1st 1869 January 1870.
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115. Notes by Finniss regarding the defence forces of the colony, for an article in "The Advertiser" October 5 1883.
116. Oct. 20, 1890 Copy of Finniss' letter to F.J. Sanderson, Collector of Customs, relating to Frederick Robe Finniss and his desire for his son's promotion to the Fixed List as a civil servant at Port Darwin.
117. April 6 1864 Draft of a letter by Finniss, written as Government Resident, Northern Territory to [?], requesting for the entitlement to use the prefix "Honourable: before his name.
118. Sept. 30, Notes by Finniss for a lecture about his position in Col. Light's 1891 survey party, leaving on the "Cygnet" for the colony 1836 and early days in South Australia.
119. Oct 12, 1884 Letter written by Finniss to his son William "to be read after my death", setting out his instruction for settlement of his affairs, funeral etc..
120. c1864 Instruction for Captain Biggs relating to Finniss' post as Lieut. Colonel of the South Australian Volunteer Force.
121. 1860s Phrenological character assessment of B.T. Finniss by A.S. Hamilton.
122. Dec. 18, 1854 Order signed by Governor Sir- Henry Fox Young,. appointing B.T. Finniss as Lieut. Colonel on the staff of the Volunteer Force of the Province. of South Australia.
123. Mar. 17, 1864 Copy of letter written by Finniss to Henry Ayers, Chief Secretary, applying for the armourer at the Volunteer Barracks to hire labour, and his own claim for £20 for petty expenditure.
124. June 29, Draft copy of letter by Finniss in reply to criticism from Sir Arthur 1886 Blyth, S.A. Agent General London, of certain facts presented in Finniss' Constitutional History.
125. n.d. Notes by Finniss: "Service of Mr B.T. Finniss", 1835-1866, in the colony of S.A.
126. n.d. [c1865?] Claim by Finniss for compensation for loss of office following his recall from the. Northern Territory and his removal from position as Government Resident. (On the reverse side in his "Criticism on bible history.)
127. Aug. 17, 1891 Letter to B.T. Finniss from Julia Wyatt, Kurrulta, expressing good wishes for his [84th] birthday.
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128. Aug. 11, 1891 Notes by Finniss relating to his offer of a commission in the 88th Regiment, (Connaught Rangers) and his acceptance of a commission instead in the 56th regiment through the recommendation of Sir Lowry Cole, Governor of Mauritius.
129. July 1, 1885 Printed invitation to a preliminary meeting to consider forming a South Australian associated branch of the Geographical Society of Australasia, signed by A.T. Magarey & Jas. W. Jones, Joint Secretaries.
130. Oct. 15, 1885 Letter to Finniss from James W. Jones, Hon. Secretary, S.A. Branch of Geographical Society of Australasia, enclosing tickets to its inaugural meeting and requesting Finniss to become its first President.
131. n.d. Letter (probably not in Finniss' hand) to Sir John [?], Premier of South Australia; expressing admiration for his speech at Gawler and reported in "The Advertiser". (Letter not signed so possibly a draft only.)
132. c1891 Notes by Finniss about the importance of the Northern Territory to the colony of South Australia.
133. 1853 Copy of indenture between B.T. Finniss and Edward Howitt of Finnissbrook Mill for the lease of the water mill & premises, part of section 269B (in pencil is added: "Near Burnside Terminus").
134. n.d. Extract, possibly from a draft by Finniss of his tender for the survey of the Northern Territory.
135. 1. April 22, Draft of a letter from B.T. Finniss to Samuel Deering, Secretary, 1872 Crown Lands, wherein he requests a title for land he had selected near the Residency at Port Darwin.
135. 2. April 23, Draft of a letter from Finniss to Colonel the Hon. W.H. Fielding, 1872 Coldstream Guards, Guards Club, London, regarding the acquisition of land in the Northern Territory by Col. Fielding.
136. n.d. Notes by Finniss relating religious matters. [Nos 1-136 formerly V76]
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Series 5 : Part II Correspondence between B.T. Finniss, Lord Hobart & Governor Sir Richard R. MacDonnell.
Personal
137. Jan. 12, 1855 Lord Hobart to B.T. Finniss enclosing copies of newspapers containing Gov. MacDonnell's addresses to Legislative Council and House of Assembly of St. Vincent on his departure, with a request that they may be printed in a South Australian newspaper.
138. Feb. 5, 1855 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss re probable date of departure for S.A. with instructions about packages sent by earlier ships.
139. May 15, 1855 From Gov. MacDonnell (at Port Phillip) re purchase of furniture etc. for Govt. House before his arrival with Lady MacDonnell.
140. July, 6, 1855 From same (at Port Elliot) announcing his intention of (?1856) proceeding up the River Murray in one of Capt. Cadell's vessels and hoping that the buildings for the reception of immigrants are progressing. Has arranged for Immigrant Depots at Willunga and Encounter Bay.
141. June 7, 1855 From same (on board "Burra Burra") announcing his intention of landing on June 8 and arranging for the swearing in of himself and Council.
142. July 28, 1855 Asking for copies of Estimates. Has no objection to A. Forster seeing correspondence re immigrants.
143. Aug. 13, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell asking him not to commit himself to either party on the "compensation question".
144. Aug. 15, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell asking him to arrange for a dissolution of Council.
145. Oct. 6, 1855 From Gov. MacDonnell - B.T. Finniss, without special permission of Sec. of State, cannot accept a gift of money, and therefore Gov. wishes advt. soliciting subscriptions withdrawn.
146. Nov. 16, 1855 From same - wishes to see all returns intended to be laid before Legislature and to be consulted as to their form, and also to be informed of the progress of the Estimates Committee.
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147. Nov. 21, 1855 Announcing that he has sent a memo. to Capt. Hart re the intention of the Govt. not to take charge of any Bill embodying Universal Suffrage for the Upper House, with memo. by Finniss.
148. Nov. 24, 1855 Suggesting that Mr Neales postpone his motion relative to a Bill for facilitating the pursuit of mining until he has conferred with the Governor.
149. Dec. 6, 1855 Asking for early meeting of Exec. Council and requesting to be furnished with statements of corrections and alterations in Constitution Bills proposed by Govt.
150. Jan. 16, 1856 re discussion of important matters before meeting of Council, refuses to meddle with Council's resolution re disposal of patronage.
151. Feb. 2, 1856 Col. Sec. to despatch routine business of office - objects to letters being despatched in the Governor's name without his authority, with reply by Finniss that the has no power to sign letters in his own name.
152. Feb. 5, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell (at Guichen Bay) re his return to Adelaide, enclosing despatch from Sec. of State re Irish Immigration, with Governor's reply advising complete cessation for present.
153. Feb. 19, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell (at Robe) announcing route and date of return - considers action of Select Committee in striking off the item re "Blanche" from Estimates unfair - Lady McDonnell first woman to descend Mount. Gambler Lake.
154. Mar. 4, 1856 Referring to No. 151 - Old system to be retained.
155. Mar. 6, 1856 Re letter from Capt. Kinloch - reassures Finniss that he does not undervalue his services.
156. Mar. 20, 1856 B.T. Finniss to Governor MacDonnell enclosing copies of proposed estimates for Gov.'s revision, with minute by Gov.
157. Apr. 6, 1856 re point raised in Council on the inexpediency of Govt. officers being placed on Boards.
158. Apr. 7, 1856 re letter to Tolmer assuring him that there is no intention of preventing him from being placed on retired list.
159. Apr. 29, 1856 Does not think it necessary for Col. Surgeon to visit destitute persons living more than a mile from the G.P.O.
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160. Apr. 29, 1856 Enclosing copy of a letter to Tolmer
161. May 2, 1856 re Revised Estimates, stating that, having just received address of House, he is unable to reply at once.
162. May 21, 1856 Gov. is surprised at B.T. Finniss's action with regard to the salary of the Chief Clerk of the Post Office.
163. May 23, 1856 Enclosing return of persons arriving in and leaving S.A. by steamer, from Mar. 31 - May 3.
164. May 31, 1856 Agreeing with Finniss that the Col. Treas. has no special influence with the Governor in the Council.
165. June 12, re Returns wanted by Finniss - in favour of Govt. aid for 1856 proposed expedition in search of a goldfield, and proposing also a search for coal.
166. June 17, Informing Finniss of instructions from the sec. of State that 1856 nothing is to be done by the Gov. re intended motion as to Colonial Agency. -.
167. Sept. 16, Governor (at Maiden's Punt) to Finniss announcing that he does 1856 not expect to reach Goolwa for another month, and asking Finniss to adjourn Legislature.
168. Oct. 1856(?) re proposed visit by Davenport and Hamilton to Melbourne and Sydney to inspect systems of waterworks.
169. Oct. 8, 1856 Governor (at Maiden's Punt) asking Finniss to prorogue Legislature till Nov. 11.
170. Oct. 20, 1856 Do. (on River Murray) hopes for arrival of Constitution Bill - unwise to defer plan to effect communication between R. Murray and the Port.
171. Oct. 27, 1856 Asking for assistance of Mr Blackmore in preparing copy of reply to Emig. Commissioners to be laid before Exec. Council.
172. Nov. 4, 1856 re memo. to Gov. from residents on Murray requesting him to assist in connecting the Sydney Port with our S.A. Port at Moorundie - asks for early information re papers which require his approval - Minute by FinnisS.
173. Nov. 10, 1856 Asking for a sketch of measures for Legislature and a brief explanation of Estimates.
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174. Nov. 6, 1856 Widow of G. Stevenson to Gov. MacDonnell asking that her son may enter the Govt. service, with note by Gov. that he cannot interfere with disposal of Govt. patronage but wishes the matter brought before the Ministry.
175. Nov. 21, 1856 Opposing B.T. Finniss's intention of moving as a Standing Order that a debate interrupted by counting out be the first business of the next day.
176. Nov. 26, 1856 Announcing temporary absence and requesting Finniss to prepare despatches for Victorian and N.S.W._Govts.
177. Mar. 20, 1857 Promising information about a speech which is not yet ready.
178. Apr. 20, 1857 re time for delivery of Governor's speech.
179. Feb. 7. 1857 Asking Finniss to call a meeting of Exec. Council and to find some other position for Mr Kinloch as Gov. finds it impossible to work with him, with postscript on Postal dispute with Victoria.
180. Mar. 19, 1857 Applying for a grant of £50 as travelling expenses for Mr Kincloch.
181. May 26, 1857 Will draw up memo. for Cabinet re Gov's position with regard to Ministry under New Constitution, with note by B.T. Finniss.
182. May 19, 1857 Deferring for consideration the appointment of Mr Bailey as a member of the Botanical Committee.
183. May 27, 1857 Asking for return of a letter sent to Finniss.
184. June 10, Enclosing Address from Legislative Council. 1857 185. June 17, Putting off Council Meeting on account of promised attendance 1857 at St. Peter's College examination.
186. July 6, 1857 Offering Finniss a seat in his carriage at the funeral of Mrs Fisher.
187. July 7, 1857 Finniss is at liberty to consult the records in Public Service Office.
188. July 13, 1857 Requesting to be informed of what has been done re Chief Justice's salary, and enclosing Postal despatch and circular.
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189. July 20, 1857 Enclosing Postal circular and enquiring what steps are to be taken re giving colonial prizes to S.A. youths at public examinations.
190. Aug. 23, 1857 Asking Finniss's opinion with reference to the use of documents affecting a prior Ministry.
191. Aug. 31, 1857 Asking Finniss's opinion concerning a request by the S.A. Soc. of Arts for the use of the Council Chamber for an Exhibition.
192. Mar. 17, 1858 Acknowledging a subscription from Finniss for the Indian Relief Fund.
193. Nov. 26, 1858 Copy of resolution.by Gov. MacDonnell embodying the principle expressed in No. 147.
194. May 5, - Arranging in the swearing in of Mr Mann in Exec. Council.
195. May 13, - Asking Finniss to explain to the Legislature the action of the Estimates Committee which has been misrepresented in the press.
196. Aug. 10, - Denying reported offer by Gov. to Mr Davis of a seat on new Road Board, and enclosing correspondence on same - Govt. to decide what course to take re Road Bill.
197. June 6, Thanking Finniss for loan of articles for Govt. House, and asking whether there is any report from the Stipendiary Mag. at Guichen Bay as to female immigration.
198. July 16, - Asking for copies of Minutes on proposed alterations in the Royal Instructions.
199. July 31, Wishes despatches re alteration of Gov.'s Commission and Instruction to pass through hands of Exec. Council as quickly as possible.
200. Aug. 4, - N.S.W does not object to steamers touching at Kangaroo Island. [Nos. 137-200 formerly V78]
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Series 5 : Part Ill Correspondence between Finniss and others.
201. Feb. 8, 1860 B.T. Finniss in reply to Central Committee of S.A. Political Association, giving his views on class legislation, labour and capital, immigration, payment of members and taxing unimproved lands.
202. Notes by B.T. Finniss on wages and capital.
203. 1860(?) B.T. Finniss to "Register" with article on Capital and Labour (signed "Politidal Economy").
204. Feb. 28, 1860 B.T. Finniss to Chairman of Committee of Electors giving his views on immigration,payment of members, taxation of unimproved property, distillation, railways and customs.
205. Mar. 19, 1860 B.T. Finniss to Rev. M. O'Brien thanking him for support at Mt Barker election.
206. Mar. 19, 1860 B.T. Finniss to J. Rudall regretting inability to stand for Barossa district.
207. Mar. 19, 1860 B.T. Finniss to E. Stirling re Mt Barker election.
208. Mar. 19, 1860 B.T. Finniss to E. Seikmann regretting inability to stand for Light district.
209 Mar. 19, 1860 B.T. Finniss to J. Sands regretting inability to stand for Barossa district.
210. Apr. 20, 1860 B.T. Finniss to J. Parker re conduct of elections.
211. Apr. 21, 1860 B.T. Finniss to J. Parker enclosing cheque for expenses of Mt. Barker election.
212. Apr. 25, 1860 B.T. Finniss to J. Parker explaining his reasons for allowing himself to be nominated for the Speakership.
213. 1860 B.T. Finniss to E.W. Andrews (Editor of Register) stating that he knows of no obstacle to his acceptance of the office of Speaker if elected.
214. Apr. 27, 1860 B.T. Finniss to R.D. Hanson re his candidature for the Speakership if elected.
215. Apr. 27, 1860 B.T. Finniss to W. Younghusband (Chief Sec.) resigning the office of Treasurer.
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216. Oct. 14, 1861 B.T. Finniss to G. Pollen giving reasons for his refusal to resign his seat as member for Mt Barker as requested to do on account of his views on the Boothby case.
217. 1861 B.T. Finniss to Editor of Register explaining his attitude in the House on Mr Waterhouse's statement re Finniss's application for the Registrar Generalship: [Nos. 201 - 217 formerly V91]
218. Aug. 15, 1864 B.T. Finniss to his daughter Julia Howard Finniss, relative to the Northern Territory. Survey Expedition. [Formerly A993]
219. April 25, 1865 A.R. Hamilton to William C.M. Finniss, son of B.T. Finniss relating to his resignation from position of Senior Surveyor in the Northern Territory Survey Expedition. [Formerly A350]
220. Aug. 19, B.T. Finniss to Thomas Reynolds. Letter of criticism about the 1872. Northern Territory Land Bill. Original draft and clean copy of letter [Formerly A349]
221. March 18, B.T. Finniss to William Gray regarding land he had purchased 1874 from a Mr Sinclair. [Formerly A349].
222. Dec. 13, 1867 B.T. Finniss to Sir Henry Ayers seeking his support of Finniss’ desire for re-employment in the Civil Service “not withstanding the Northern Territory difficulty”. [Formerly D 3142/3]
223. Aug. 15, 1864 B.T. Finniss re Sir Henry Ayers, re Finniss’ difficulties with certain rebellious officers. [Formerly D 3141/4]
224. Oct. 29, 1864 As above [Formerly D 3141/5]
225. May 5, 1864 As above [Formerly D 3141/6]
226. Dec. 11, 1864 As above [Formerly D 3141/7]
227. Feb. 15, 1865 As above [Formerly D 3141/8]
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Series 6 : Papers relating to the Northern Territory Survey Expedition
1. Journal, copies of correspondence, memoranda by B.T. Finniss, 1863-1865. [Formerly V455.] 2. Notebook by B.T. Finniss titled: "Northern Territory, History of Start" 1864. [Formerly V105.] 3. Rough journal, Victoria River (inside cover has "No. 9 1865, Provincial Survey 13, w.a.) by B.T. Finniss. [Formerly V104] 4. Extracts from Stokes and notes by B.T. Finniss on trip to Port Darwin on "Beatrice", 1865. [Formerly V106.] 5. Journal, copies of correspondence, memoranda, by B.T. Finniss, 1865-1866. [Formerly V455.] 6. Commission appointed to enquire into management of the Expedition. Rough notes and minutes of proceedings by B.T. Finniss, 1866. [Formerly V457.] 7A. Notes on miscellaneous subjects, including details of leases and conveyances of land etc. 1858-1859; financial matters of the colony, and N.T. Survey Expedition, 1860-c.1868. [Formerly V450.] 7B. Notes by B.T. Finniss on various subjects including the Survey Expedition and his tenders for the survey of the Northern Territory, 1866. [Formerly V450.] Volume in four parts: 8. (a) Commission appointed to enquire into management of the Expedition Criticism of evidence, 1866, by B.T. Finniss. (b) Notes by B.T. Finniss on the errors of the Ayers ministry in connection with Cadell's explorations in the Northern Territory 1867. (c) Calculations by B.T. Finniss for data for surveying the Northern Territory 1868. (d) Notes by B.T. Finniss on miscellaneous subjects. [Formerly V456.] 9. Letter written by B.T. Finniss, Adelaide, October 1868, tendering a contract for Survey of land in the Northern Territory. [Formerly V456.] 10. Government instructions: "Survey of Land, Northern Territory" relating to call for tenders, 2 September 1868. (Not in Parliamentary Papers.) 11. Government instructions: "Survey of Land, Northern Territory" relating to call for tenders, 23 October 1866. (Not in Parliamentary Papers.) 12. Letter from B. Douglas, Government Resident, Palmerston, Northern Territory, 2 June 1871. (Printed but not in Parliamentary Papers.)
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Series 7 : Notebooks
1. Volume A 1870. Index included at front. (Formerly V51) 2. Volume B 1873-1874. Index included at front. (Formerly V51) 3. Volume C 1874. Index at front. (Formerly V51) 4. Volume D 1874 ("Notes and extracts from various authors ancient and modern (1874) Bible and Egyptian & c, chronology (intended for Lectures by B.T.F.") [Formerly V51] 5. Volume E 1873-1875. ("Lectures by B.T.F"- 1. Origin & Progress of Life pp 1-59 2. Relation of Mind to Nervous System pp60-108 3. Modern Materialistic Philosophy pp 108-end.) (Formerly V51) 6. Volume F 1875. Index at front, and on front cover. (Formerly V51) 7. Volume G 1875-1876. Index at front cover. (Formerly V51) 8. Volume H. 1876. Theology. (Formerly V51). 9. Volume 1 (or 1?) n.d. Notes on miscellaneous subjects. (position in original sequence unclear). (Formerly V76) 10. Volume I. 1877 Index near front. (Formerly V51) 11. Volume J 1877 "Miscellaneous notes. consciousness (I); Palaeontology (Hippus); War notes; Psychology." [Formerly V51] 12. Volume K 1878. Index on front cover. [Formerly V51] 13. Volume L 1878. "Rough copy - Religion and Science. Notes on Volition p. 66. [Formerly V51] 14. Volume M 1878. "Paper on Consciousness as read B.T.F. - p 1; Ditto - Will and Volition B.T.F. p 57; Persecutions of Christians by Christians. Extracts -Theology - Hobbs - Tyndall. [Formerly V51] 15. Volume N 1879-1882. Index on front cover. [Formerly V51] 16. Volume 0 1880. Index on front cover [Formerly V51] 17. Volume P 1880-1882. Index at front of volume. P.67 is letter relating to subject of State Aid to Religion. [Formerly V42] 18. Volume Q 1882-1883. Index on front cover of volume. Inside cover note: "This book should be read in connection with Book K on same subjects". Notes on Bullion Act etc on pp101 et seq. [Formerly V47] 19. Volume R 1883. Indexes on front cover, as on front page. Note on inside front cover: "Notebook used by B.T. Finniss in the compilation of his Constitutional History of South Australia". [Formerly V48] 20. Volume S 1884-1885. Includes notes on pp 30-35, 114-133, 143-151 on Marriage Laws, Torrens Real Property Bill etc. [Formerly V43] 21. Volume T 1886. Index on front cover and first page. [Formerly V48] 22. Volume U 1888. Religious notes. Index at front of volume. [Formerly V51] 23. Volume V 1890. Extracts Descartes - Bacon & c; The Peshito; Federation - points 1890. Lecture by B.T.F.; Rise and Progress of Christianity. [Formerly V51] 24. Volume M1 c1883-1890. Index near front of volume. Notes on miscellaneous subjects including religious history. (Position in original sequence unclear. [Formerly V454]
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Series 10 : Papers relating to the Constitutional History of South Australia
Constitution Bill
1. Aug. 15,1855 Copy of Govt. Gazette containing a despatch from the Sec. of State re Constitution Bill. 2. Aug. 17, 1855 Copy of Govt. Gazette containing despatch from Gov. Young re New Constitution Bill, with marginal note by B.T. Finniss. 2a. Aug. 20, 1855 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss - wishes to publish his explanation of his sketch of the proposed New Constitution owing to the general misconstruction placed upon his actions. 3. Aug. 21, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell with a minute in reply to the Governor's minute on proposed New Constitution Bill. 3a. Aug. 22, 1855 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss If Legislature does not accept Constitution Bill as proposed by Governor he will lay before it one similar to that in force in Tasmania, or alter it as desired. 4. Aug. 23, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell re Civil List Bill and New Constitution. 4a. Oct. 9, 1855 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss re New Constitution and the difficulty of creating two distinct classes of electors. 5. Oct. 16, 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell re New Constitution Bill. 5a. Nov. 19, 1855 Copy of remarks appended by Col. Sec. to Minutes of Exec. Council re Kingston's notice of motion with printed papers on same. 5b. Aug. 24, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell (at Truro) to B.T. Finniss announcing speedy confirmation of Constitution Bill and advising prorogation of Council, thinks no possibility of continuing at present on the question of tramways, advises putting off Murray Customs Duties at present, Kinloch to act as Private Sec., requests bill for payment of account for plants for Govt. House, Lady-MacDonnell descended Kapunda Mine. 5c. Dec. 28, 1855(?) Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss proposing that the present Council shall retain its powers until the return of the election writs for the new Council.
River Murray Customs Duties
6. Mar 24, 1857 Despatch by Gov. Maclicinnell re above. 7. Reply of Ministry to above despatch 8. Reply by B.T..Finniss to No. 6 9. March 1857 Rough copy of despatch by B.T. Finniss to Chief Sec. of Victoria re Murray River Customs. 10. Mar 11, 1857 Draft minute by B.T. Finniss for Cabinet 11. Brief notes by B.T. Finniss
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Postal Service dispute with Victoria
11 a. Apr 25, 1857 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss asking for the views of the Govt. 11b. May 8, 1857 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss on same as above. 11c. May 10, 1859 (or 1857?) Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss asking to be informed of all intended correspondence with neighbouring colonies over Postal Service dispute - such correspondence should be conducted in the Governor's name. 12. May 29, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell with a despatch for Sec. of State. 12a. June 16, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell recommending the adoption of Rowland Hill's plan for postal communication, with reply by Governor suggesting alteration. 12b. June 11, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell asking whether any despatch received. 13. July 21, 1857 Pad. Paper No. 79 of 1857 on Steam Postal communication, with marginal notes by B.T. Finniss. 14. 1857(?) Notes by B.T. Finniss 15. 1857(?) Notes by B.T. Finniss
"Yatala" and Election Services
16. May 6, 1856 Col. Sec. to Gov. MacDonnell - wishes "Yatala" to be despatched to Port Lincoln on electoral service. Reply by Governor, objecting on ground of expense. 17. Jan. 7, 1857 Minute by B.T. Finniss with instructions for Captain Douglas re use of "Yatala" for electoral service. 18. Feb. 28, 1857 B.T. Finniss to Treasurer complaining of the Governor's action in over-ruling the instructions given to Captain Douglas re the use of the "Yatala" for electoral service.
Governor's Salary
19. Nov. 6, 1855 Resolution written by Gov. MacDonnell for B.T. Finniss, with notes by B.T. Finniss. 19a. Nov. 6, 1855 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss, protesting against B.T. Finniss's unauthorised notice of motion re Governor's salary. 19b. Nov. 6, 1855 Dup. of No. 19a. 20. Nov. 7, 1855 Minutes by B.T. Finniss giving the history of the introduction of the Bill for augmenting the Governors salary. 21. Nov. 28, 1855 Minute by B.T. Finniss re Governor's salary bill. 22. 1855 (?) B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell expressing surprise at the Governor's action with respect to the course proposed by Finniss. 22a. Nov. 6, 1855 Legislative-Council - Notices of motion, with marginal notes by B.T. Finniss. 22b. Nov. 6, 1855 Resolution re motion by Col. Sec., endorsed by Gov. MacDonnell.
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22c. Jan. 16, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss enclosing a copy of a despatch to Sec. of State re Finniss's motion re Governor's salary, with reply by B.T. Finniss. 23. Dec. 31, 1855 Minute by Gov. MacDonnell protesting against B.T. Finniss's action with regard to the Governor's salary bill.
General
24. Oct. 31, 1855 B.T, Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell re messages between Gov. and Exec. Council and suggesting names of members to be appointed to the Court of revision, with reply by Governor. 25. Nov. 7, 1855 Gov MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss re messages to the Gov. from the Col. Set. 26. Nov. 15, 1855 Clerk of Exec. Council to.B.T. Finniss calling a meeting of Council. 27. Nov. 1855 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell complaining of criticism by Col. Treasurer of Finniss's conduct of the public business. 28. May 2, 1856 Gov. MacDonnell to B.T. Finniss protesting against B.T. Finniss's misrepresentation of facts when asked a question in the House of Mr Dutton re, his authority for laying on the table a letter by the Auditor Gen. 29. May 3, 1856 Memo. by B.T. Finniss concerning the Governor's criticism of his action in laying before Council the reports of the Treasurer and Auditor Gen. 30. May 5, 1856 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell re above. 31. May 5, 1856 B.T. Finniss to F.S. Dutton re above. 32. May 5, 1856 F.S. Dutton to B.T. Finniss in reply to above, with note by Finniss. 33. Feb. 1857 Return of prisoners confined in Port Lincoln Gaol for Jan. and Feb. 1857. 34. 1861(?) Notes by B.T. Finniss on Mineral Leases of Land Bill. 35. July 11, 1877 Parl. Paper No. 92 of 1877 on Mode of Procedure in respect to Money Bills, with notes by B.T. Finniss. 36. Notes by Finniss on relations between Exec. Council and Gov. for his "History". 37. List of Legislative Councillors, 1851-1855 and notes on the administration of Govs. Young and MacDonnell by B.T. Finniss for his "History". 38. Nov. 20, 1855 Newspaper cutting from Australian and New Zealand Gazette (London) containing criticisms on current S.A. politics. 39. Sept. 29, 1856 B.T. Finniss to Gov. MacDonnell (in the latter's absence) re New Constitution Act, Postal Service, Cape Northumberland Lighthouse, wrecks at Port Elliot, Plans for additions to Council Chamber, uniformity of tariff, railway to River Murray.
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Miscellaneous papers (including references to printing and sales
40. 1855 List of references relating to Governor and Executive Council. 41. n.d. Manuscript draft of Chapter 13 of the Constitutional History. 42. n.d. List of references with dates 1835-1866. 43. c1884 List of imperial honours awarded to South Australians 18691884. 44. n.d. References about Parliamentary Bill c1851-1854 and others to c1863. 45. Aug. 24, 1885 Memorandum to-B.T. Finniss from Samuel Richards, Manager, "Advertiser" General Printing Office, regarding printing his history. 46. Aug. 24, 1885 Memorandum B.T. Finniss from S. Richards, Manager, "Advertiser" General Printing Office regarding printing his History. 47. Sept. 7, 1885 Memorandum to B.T. Finniss from Burden & Bonython, "Advertiser" General Printing Office, regarding printing his History. 48. Oct. 30, 1885 Memorandum to B.T. Finniss from Samuel Richards, "Advertiser" General Printing Office, regarding printing his History. 49. Sept. 19, 1860 Memorandum written by B.T. Finniss and countersigned by A. Forster, E.W. Andrews and J. Fisher relating to a mineral claim on Yorke Peninsula. 50. Jan. 16, 1893 Personal annual liabilities statement of B.T. Finniss. 51. Mar. 4, 1886 Account from Burden & Bonython, Advertiser, Chronicle & Express Offices for printing B.T. Finniss' Constitutional History for £271.1.9. 52. June 15, 1886 Memorandum to B.T. Finniss from Burden & Bonython relating to reviews of his Constitutional History which were printed in the "Advertiser". 53. Mar. 16, 1888 Cheque for £12-10/- paid to B.T. Finniss by Burden & Bonython. 54. Sept. 11, 1888 Cheque for £12-10/- paid to B.T. Finniss by Burden & Bonython. 55. Nov. 7, 1888 Cheque for £12-10/- paid to B.T. Finniss by Burden & Bonython. 56. June 17, 1887 Memorandum to B.T. Finniss from Burden & Bonython relating to proofs of his. Constitutional History. 57. Aug. 20, 1885 Letter from George Robertson 103 King William Street, to B.T. Finniss with estimate for printing his Constitutional History. 58. n.d. (c1886?) Memorandum from George Robertson, (Importer of Books & Stationery) relating to commission off price of printed Constitutional History by Finniss. 59. Sept. 15, 1885 Letter from W.C. Rigby, (Bookseller & Stationer) relating to the sale of Finniss; Constitutional History. 60. Sept. 10, 1886 Letter from W.C. Rigby to B.T. Finniss regarding on hand copies for sale of his Constitutional History. 61. Sept. 10, 1886 Letter from Rigby to B.T. Finniss regarding London sales of his book. 62. May 20, 1887 Letter from W.C. Rigby to Finniss regarding sales of his book. 63. Nov. 27, 1888 Letter from Rigby to Finniss regarding reducing the price per copy of his History. 64. Aug. 28, 1889 Letter from Rigby to Finniss regarding prices of his book in London etc. 65. May 20, 1889 Letter from Rigby to Finniss regarding a London bookseller selling his History. 66. March 31, 1886 Statement from Rigby about sales of the History.
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67. Jan. 17, 1894 Letter to William Charles Maxwell Finniss (son of B.T. Finniss) from W.C. Rigby regarding sales of his father's book. 68. n.d. Extracts (?) from B.T. Finniss' Constitutional History in his hand with some explanatory notes c1894 written by his son W.C.M. Finniss. 69. Oct. 16, 1885 Letter to Finniss from William Milne requesting to buy copies of the History. 70. Sept. 11, 1888? Note (draft only) in Finniss' hand regarding visit of Lord Carrington to the colony of South Australia and a presentation to him of a copy of his Constitutional History. 71. Sept. 12, 1888 Letter to Finniss from Lord Carrington, Governor of New South Wales, in thanks for his presentation copy of the Constitutional History while he was visiting Adelaide. 72. Sept. 12, 1888 Note (Draft only) in Finniss' hand regarding a presentation of his book to Major-General M.F. Downes. 73. Sept. 12, 1888 Letter to Finniss from M.F. Downes regarding the presentation copy of his book. 74. April 1886 Acknowledgement notice from the Secretary/Librarian, Royal Colonial Institute for the copy of Finniss' Constitutional History. 75. May 17, 1886 Letter to Finniss from Arthur Blyth Agent-General for South Australia, London, regarding errors in Finniss' History. 76. June 15, 1886 Letter to Finniss from W. Harvey Finlayson the "Register", regarding his good opinion of Finniss' History. 77. October (?) 5 (no year) Letter to Finniss from Jeannie Lucinda Musgrave, (Lady Musgrave) wife of Sir Anthony Musgrave, [Governor of South Australia, 1873-1879], in appreciation of his History. 78. May 28, 1888 Letter to Finniss from A.S. (Augusta Sophia?) Fox Young, possibly widow of Governor Sir Henry Fox Young, 1848-1854, in appreciation of his History. 79. April 26, 1889 Letter to Finniss from the Earl of Kintore, Governor of South Australia, regarding his History. 80. Oct. 13, 1891 Letter to Finniss from Captain Edmund Bourke, H.M.S. "Ringarooma" regarding his History. 81. Oct. 13, 1891 Letter to Finniss from Captain N.S. (?) Karslake, H.M.S. "Mildura", Hobart, regarding his history. 82. Oct. 13, 1891 Letter to Finniss from W.J. (?) Scullard, H.M.S. "Karrakatta", Hobart, regarding his History. 83. Oct. 27, 1891 Letter to Finniss from R.T. Rumford (?) H.M.S. "Katoomba", Fremantle, regarding his History. 84. Oct. 1891 Note (draft only) in Finniss' hand regarding the visit to South Australia of Admiral Lord Charles Scott on the "Orlando" with the first Australian Fleet, and a presentation copy of his History. 85. Oct. 1891 List of the Auxiliary (Naval) Squadron and the captains etc. 86. Feb. 16, 1886 "Notes for Mr Rigby" by B.T. Finniss regarding instructions for writing presentation remarks in copies of his History, with people named etc. 87. n.d. (c1886?) Notes in Finniss' hand regarding instructions for George Robertson, Importer, to sell copies of the History.
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88. c.1886 Note (draft only) for notices to be inserted in Adelaide newspapers regarding sale of unsubscribed copies of Finniss' Constitutional History. 89. Sept. 9, 1886 Statement in Finniss' hand of his financial assets, liabilities and pension. 90. Sept. 15, 1885 Notes in Finniss' hand relating to production and sale of his Aug. 28, 1889 Constitutional History (Rigby and Burden & Bonython mentioned).
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