Letter, Charles Connor
Maker
Connor, Charles
Object detail
Brief Description
Letter from Reverend Charles Connor to his mother and father, Reverend Charles Connor. A later typed transcription of the original letter written in Waikari on 8 January 1894. Dots fill the gaps where a few words are missing. Charles Connor informs his parents that he and his family are henceforth living in the Manse. He gives news of their surroundings, the church and how he has settled the carriage of goods by steam rail from Bluff and Christchurch. He also encourages his parents to visit, writing of how they could be accommodated in Waikari and what they could during their visit. He writes of friends, the community and the welcome they have received. The letter is signed: Your affectionate son, Chas (Charles) Connor.
Production technique
Media/Materials description
Printed in black ink on paper with some hand written additions.
Media/Materials
Measurements
Height x Width: 264 x 212mm
Classification terms
Subject period
Subject date
08 Jan 1894
Other number(s)
80075
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