A Colonial Pioneer: The Life and Times of John Nicol Drummond: Policeman, Magistrate and Pastoralist by A R (Don) Pashley

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Small mark on top front cover.

The biography of J N Drummond, policeman, magistrate and pastoralist. He was the first Inspector of Native Police for the Swan River Colony at York in 1840.

In the early life of the Swan River Colony, John Drummond stands out for his humanity, understanding of local Aboriginal culture and languages, and for his fair dealing. (Trove)

He is known to have accompanied exploration parties through the Mid West Region. Drummond settled at White Peak Station, near Drummond Cove.