The correspondence in this series deals mainly with the operation of the Aboriginal Protectorate, including: names of Aboriginal people, daily administration of the protectorate system (employment, periodic returns), reports from assistant protectors relating to the districts under their responsibility, information about medical matters, rations etc., reports on movements of Aboriginal tribes and groups, conflict with European settlers including crimes and boundary disputes. You can view and download the digital copy online. Please note that these records reflect past attitudes and language which may now be considered culturally insensitive or inappropriate.
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Public Record Office Victoria
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Searchable database with digital images
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