The Geraldton Advertiser said that 'the compiler, who has of course had full access to all documents and records, presents a clear, readable and fairly exhaustive account of the history of Westralia'.
He went from Sydney to Hobart in April 1899 and appeared to be in the process of compiling a history on Tasmania, which was published in The Mercury.
[8] Kimberly, with his massive, well-dressed form, entered the gaol and appeared so distinguished that three of the warders saluted him and were very surprised to find out he was a prisoner.
[9][10] In November 1899 Francis Henry Furner, proprietor of the Grand Hotel, accused him of passing another valueless cheque.
[11] Several days later in November it was reported that Kimberly had funds in the bank to cover one of the so-called valueless cheques, and the bench discharged him.