Thursday, October 31, 2024

1865

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1865 - [WARRANT]
A warrant has been issued by the Mudgee Bench for the arrest of James M'Kenzie, alias Scotchy, wherein he is charged with stealing 64 sheep (49 of which have been recovered), the property of John Holbuird, of Gulgong, near Mudgee. He is about 28 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches high, dark sallow complexion, dark eyes, dark brown hair and whiskers worn all round face; speaks slowly and softly, and half closes his eyes when speaking; dressed in blue monkey jacket, moleskin trousers (sometimes wears his boots outside), stitched drab California hat, and red muffler. Is supposed to be riding a small iron-grey mare, branded A over G on shoulder. Has lately been employed as a ploughman.