I had only two offers of marriage in my life, and I refused both.

Nothing is insignificant in the history of a young community, and - above all - nothing seems impossible.

My brothers went to the parish school, one of the best in the county.

Drinking habits were very prevalent among men, and were not in any way disgraceful, unless excessive.

I think I was well brought up, for my father and mother were of one mind regarding the care of the family.

After the break up of the municipality and the loss of his income my father lost health and spirits.

South Australia was the first community to give the secret ballot for political elections.