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Population. I estimate the population at about 1,500, and of this number there are about 300 skilled miners. In the Warden's Court there have been very few cases. I have, in my last report, given my reasons, which are equally applicable to the past year's return. In the Resident Magistrate's Court, the following is a summary of the business done:— Criminal cases ... ... 79 Fees and fines ... £95 17 6 Civil suits ... 191 Fees ... ... £121 14 3 Totals ... ... 270 ... ... £217 11 9 I have, &c, Jackson Keddell, Warden.

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