Dear Jim, If you can get access to the Sands Directory you may find them there. It was published almost annually 1859 to 1932, reproduced on microfiche, but now some years are also apparently on Ancestry. On the Sydney City Council website there are also the Rate Books. These show both the owner and the tenant, as well as giving details of the land and building. Sincerely, Bill > I am trying to find a potted history of life in Sydney during the period > 1855 to > about 1890 and would appreciate some help. Whilst a snapshot in general > would be welcome I have a particular interest in The Rocks and Circular > Quay > due to the fact that my people were mariners and lived in Cumberland > Street, > Queen and George Street area.

Is it possible for someone to lookup the SMH for February 1957 - the 8th and 9th? I am looking for death notices and details for William Russell Coates died 4th February 1957. I found a link to the old Google newspaper archive but 9th is missing and the 8th is missing 2 pages. (No they are not scanned next to the first page) I see the SMH has an archive service, but Aussie dollars are dear for Seffricans. Jason Coates Johannesburg

Replied to Jason with information regarding enquiring - Alan