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Glowing report from Melbourne on Todd's work in telegraphy
A hallmark article of how some viewed Todd for his vision, tenacity and application for completing the Overland Telegraph. Based on Todd's 1886 paper on Telegraphy delivered to the Royal Colonial Institute
Todd accepts self-portrait from Post Office staff
Hangs in his office, family present, details of art work, reflects on his years as PMG, mentions he's happy not to be superannuated, portrait to be handed on to his children
Banquet for Todd on return from Europe. Todd praised.
His impressions of Europe and mentions telegraphy, electricity, lighting, telephony (including stats), post and meteorology where SA observations are " best in the southern hemisphere"
Todd's London paper on telegraph system in Australia.
Contains many details on continental and overland lines including construction, early usage, significant personalities, etc. Mentions early telephone in Adelaide. Illustrates rivalry between colonies.