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Criticism of late or non-existent annual reports
Todd needs more staff to publish timely meteorological observations. Gov’t should also publish annual reports on Post and Telegraph Departments
Todd involved in discussing the site for a letter pillar (post box?)
In Unley. Mention of erection of a post office at Goodwood
Complaint that Post Office annual report not being published
Would be useful reference for the many tenders submitted, citizen requests for services, Government deliberations and determination of improvements
Detailed review of development of telegraph and postal services in South Australia
Quantity of mail, telegraphs, revenue, number of stations, length of wires good primer on these topics). Mention Todd’s responsibilities for astronomy and meteorology and number of employees.
Possible resolution on inter-colonial costs of ocean post. Competition for contract.
In future there will be multiple steamers lines servicing Australia, therefore keep contracts short for ocean mail
Todd attends deputation requesting weekly mail to Wilcannia by shorter route
Todd to consider and report upon the proposal
