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''T is generally admitted that prefaces to books are now out of place, and recognising this, the author does not intend to inflict on his patrons lengthy or superfluous remarks. The title of the work indicates its objects, and preliminaries are therefore dispensed with.''

''One by one the pioneers of South Australia pass away, and a few years hence there will be none remaining. Surely, then, some record of those who in their lives were instrumental in forwarding the interests of this Colony is commendable!''

As the biographies herein reached the author at irregular intervals, it was found impossible to attempt any alphabetical classification, and an index has been inserted to supply this defect.

The author is indebted for much information to and, ''and other authorities on matters relative to the early days. He also tenders his thanks to the proprietors of the "S. A. Register" and "Advertiser" who courteously gave him access to their files, thus enabling him to obtain correct data.''

GEO. E. LOYAU. , September, 1885. 