Historical information

A large lot of papers, including this and other telegrams, were apparently found in the ceiling cavity of the Sandy Creek/Tarnagulla Post and Telegraph Office in the later 20th Century, during building works.


Donald Clark Collection.

Physical description

Telegram sent from Tarnagulla, from Patrick Fahey, Seniro Constable to Sergt Acton, Inglewood. Message reads 'Re criminal offence of this date. Man named Jas. Murphy arrested here answers this description except in hight (incorrect spelling). Six small common brooches found in his possession & _____ ______ _______ packet inside ('left breas' crossed out) right breast, and one outside left breast. ________ required. Reply.'