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In the 19th century, at least until rail freight came into popular use, shipping was the only way to transport large amounts of goods between towns and cities worldwide. Sometimes, onboard discipline was flouted, making for some exceptionally well-travelled new prisoners at Brisbane Gaol. PETER CLASSEN AND JOHN B BENNETT OF THE E.J. SPENCE, 1876Continue reading “Mug Shots – Problems at Sea”