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  • Letter from Robert Christison to Helen Allingham, October 19, 1900
    Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Australian pastoralist Robert Christison to Helen Allingham, regarding her son, Henry. Christison assures Helen that Henry, whom he refers to as "Henny," is financially independent and seems well when he saw him last. He also mentions discussing with Henry the extension of his stay for another winter in Queensland, and inquires what Helen thinks about the mat...
  • Letter from Robert Christison to Helen Allingham, circa 1900
    Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One partial letter from Australian pastoralist Robert Christison to Helen Allingham, regarding her son Henry's time in Australia. Christison mentions the value of young men supporting their mothers and sisters, which he and his wife Mary have instilled in their own children. He mentions Henry wintering again in Australia, even if he should return home to England, and trusts ...
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