Eureka Rebellion: 1852-53 Victorian Goldfields, 'Blue Paper' Report from the 'Select Committee on the Management of the Goldfields, together with the Proceedings of the Committee and Minutes of Evidence. Wednesday 5th January 1853'. The Government of the new Colony of Victoria was endeavouring to cope with the dramatic consequences of the surprise Discovery of Gold in 1851. Discusses the inherent difficulties and disputes arising on the Goldfields - issues which would lead to the Eureka Uprising in 1854. 36 pages, very good condition