F. J. Gillen (Alice Springs) to B.S., 1899-01-08

 
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File 48 (2)
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F. J. Gillen has been appointed to Moonla (?), which he describes as a 'nest of Cousin Jacks and rigid methodism'.

Emoluments are improved.

The measles epidemic has continued.

F. J. Gillen has been invited to write a series of articles on the Aboriginals, but has declined pending publication of 'The Book'.

The Southern Australian Government is providing funds for a comprehensive work on the Australian race.

F. J. Gillen claims some credit for this.

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