This historic book provides a comprehensive account of Parramatta, a prominent suburb of Sydney, during its first fifty years of municipal government from 1861 to 1911. It covers the political, social, and cultural changes that transformed Parramatta from a colonial outpost to a bustling city, and delves into the major developments and events that shaped its identity and character. It is an essential source of information for anyone interested in the history of Parramatta and the early history of Australia.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.