A cluster of islands has recently been discovered in the South Seas, by Captain Bristow, son of the late Mr Bristow, surgeon of Begbroke in this county. These islands are situated in 50.40 south latitude, 116.35 east longitude; they are seven in number, and the largest contains a fine harbour in which the abundance of fish, fowl, wood and water can be easily procured. This to ships employed in the southern fishery, in so remote a region is of great benefit; and it is probable that other advantages may be derived from them by this country. Captain Bristow has named them "Lord Auckland's Group".
The Oxford University and City Herald and Midland County Chronicle
Saturday January 27th 1810
Page 3
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