proclamation · 1885
Commodore James E. Erskine proclaims British Protectorate over southern New Guinea and outlines regulations for its administration, including Port Moresby as the sole port of entry and restrictions on landing goods like firearms and explosives.
Premier's Office, 8th January 1885. SIR, JAMES SERVICE, Premier. Nelson, at Sydney, 30th December 1884. …
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OfficialSIR, JAMES SERVICE
OfficialJames E. Erskine
OfficialMr. Romilly
OfficialMr. Deputy Commissioner Romilly
OfficialHugh Hastings Romilly, Esquire
OfficialH. L. Warren
PlacePort Moresby
PlaceAustralian Station
Victoria Government Gazette, No. 4, 9 January 1885.
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People in this noticeJames E. Erskine · His Excellency Major-General P. Scratchley, R.E., C.M.G. · James Elphinstone Erskine, Esquire · Mr. Deputy Commissioner Romilly · Hugh Hastings Romilly, Esquire · H. L. Warren
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