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Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, April circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, from the SS Duke of Buckingham, writing as his voyage is underway and mentions that the ship made a stop in Gravesend. Henry writes it is cold, and the ship's deck was covered with ice. Henry informs Helen he will write to her at Suez, and will have to use Egyptian stamps and Queensland stamps from Lammermoor. In...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 9, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing the White Star leaves on January 29th, and he will likely be traveling by the Jumna. Henry mentions he did not come out to Australia to see towns, but to get well, which he has accomplished. Henry offers updates on his work, and informs his mother that he will not have to buy many clothes for his return.
Letter from Richard Whiteing to Henry Allingham, December 30, 1919
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1919 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter and corresponding envelope from English author Richard Whiteing to Henry Allingham, regarding Henry's offer of some small prints. Whiteing mentions "he too hoped to be accounted an artist in my way." Whiteing writes as many as offered would be accepted, if not for display, then for collecting in covers. The accompanying envelope is addressed to Mr. Henry Allingham...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Gerald Allingham, 19uu
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his brother Gerald Allingham, while on the journey to Australia. Henry mentions while in Batavia, he beat Mr. French at billiards, and then at the next stop was able to see cargo discharged. Henry draws a diagram to go along with the explanation of the movement of cargo. He also mentions developing some photographs when he arrives in Lammer...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, March 12, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 13 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing he attended a dance the previous night. Henry explains he was able to do so because the shop could spare him. He also explains he has been very productive at work, lowering the amount of time necessary to run the turret lathe. He mentions he has met a nice girl at the dance, and asked to accompany her to ...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, February 27, 1905
Multi-Page Item | 4 pages | 1905 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing from Pittsburgh, after arriving there from Fort Wayne. Henry provides a schedule of his previous week in Ohio. Henry discusses which machine companies he visited during his trip. He concludes his letter by mentioning he will be able to share about his trip in person in two weeks.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 3, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing about what he must do in preparation for his position in England. Henry writes he may have the opportunity for promotion should his work be satisfactory. In a postscript, Henry asks Helen to encourage Dick to write to him. He also mentions sending a photograph from a month prior.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, June 5, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 22 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, two weeks since his last letter, writing last Saturday was the American Boat Race between Harvard and Cornell. Henry was invited to watch the race with Mr. Allen, editor of the Trumansburg "Sentinel." He mentions taking several people for rides on the Buckboard around Trumansburg. Henry describes getting caught i...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, July 4, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 11 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, acknowledging Helen's letter mentioning an acquaintance, Archie Bruce, possibly giving up engineering. He also expresses his sadness at hearing of Mr. Ormismith's death. Henry also mentions selling a Buckboard for a man who no longer wants it. Henry mentions the 4th of July being an American holiday, celebrating...
Letter from Henry Allingham to W. Bennett, March 20, 1925
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1925 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One envelope addressed to W. Bennett in Great Amwell, Hertfordshire. The envelope is labeled "Henry's Australian Letters." The envelope is postmarked March 20, 1925.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, January 1, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing Helen that he has packed up his boxes, and will be going to Trumansburg on the Black Diamond Express. He recounts his journey with Archie on the Buckboard from Bridgeport to New York. Henry explains the exhaust valve broke at the end of the journey, but all the shops were closed New Year's Day. Henry wr...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, June 25, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 15 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing to relay his experiences since his last letter. Henry describes working on a cattle drive near the Torren Creek, and speaks of working up to 20 hours a day. Henry also discusses the pump systems for water, which he explains Gerald will understand. Henry includes a small drawing alongside his explanation o...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, June 14, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing Helen he will be traveling to Oakley, where he will be for a fortnight and have plenty of carpentry to do. Henry apologizes for the dates at the top of his letters, and explains his uncertainty because he has no calendar. Henry mentions a new bore, and includes a drawn diagram of a boring plant. Henry a...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, August 22, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, providing an update on the work Henry is doing on the pumps along the creek, and mentions a well called Allingham's well. Henry writes about a crime that Mr. Sherston reported, and the mosquitoes are becoming an issue. He tells his mother he had tasted his first vegetable in over 3 months. Henry writes he is not ...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 2, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, apologizing for not writing the previous week, and informs Helen he is not sure when the White Star boat will be leaving Sydney. Henry writes the travel fare ranges from 16-24 pounds depending on sleeping arrangements. He believes the boat will leave around Christmas time. Henry also offers updates on his work.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 15, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing about his attendance at the Princeton-Yale football game in New Haven with his acquaintance Miss Slater. Henry writes the footballs cheers and draws a picture of the football field for reference. He writes work at Bullards is still dull, and plans on going to B & S, to try and get work in their drafting r...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 15, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing to inform Helen he has started working at Bulland Lathe, and shares he is getting on well with the work. He writes the factory has four milling machines of the 1885 design by Brown & Sharpe, but the other machinery is much more advanced. Henry writes he now has a room, and letters to him should be address...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, November 30, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing her he arrived in Boston to stay with cousin Beatrice. He writes about visiting Waltham Manufacturing Co., and after touring the shop inquired about a possible position there. Henry also mentions taking a visit to Waltham Watch Company about jobs. Henry mentions taking a visit to Arlington St. Chapel in...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 12, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, describing his experience going through customs with his motorbike and other belongings. He describes having breakfast at the Waldorf, and seeing a stage production of "A Princess of Kensington." Henry also mentions traveling by rail. In a postscript, Henry informs Helen he will send his address once he is settled.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 23, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 2 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One postcard from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he does not have much news. He writes work all over the United States is slack, and Bullands has closed for Saturdays. He also informs Helen he has opened an account with Bridgeport Trust Co., to withdraw money. The postcard is postmarked October 23, 1903.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, July 10, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing about his trip to Mecklemburg for the Independence parade, although he went to see about selling the machine. He met with Arthur Kelsey, and is hopeful he may buy it. Henry also mentions the fireworks set off on the evening of July 4th, and compares it to Guy Fawkes Day in England. He also mentions seeing...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, January 1, 1905
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1905 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing how he spent Christmas, and his time since then. He writes about attending a New Years party, which he brought along Miss Grace Erway. He also mentions the possibility of shipping both the Buckboard and his motorcycle home. He writes he will go on his American tour before returning home, and plans on visi...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, February 9, 1905
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1905 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing her she will receive one more letter before his return, as he has booked transport on a boat direct from New York to London. Henry draws a table detailing the schedule of his American tour, with information on what he will be seeing at each location. Henry writes that it will take 8-9 days to cross the ...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 27, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing not much has happened since his previous letter. He writes he has had word from England, and will receive 15 pounds a month, and $50 towards his fare home. He also mentions the company in England will begin by making chains only, until the company is running smoothly. Henry shares he has spent his last tw...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 10 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, from the SS Duke of Buckingham, apologizing for not writing from Batavia (Jakarta), and recounts his visit to Colombo. He writes he and Mr. Sherston stayed at the Grand Oriental Hotel while the ship stopped for coal. He explains he has spent £3 10 shillings, out of the £5 and 10 shillings she had given him. He wi...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 31, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sending an update on his time since his previous letter. Henry writes about the bicycle breaking down and requiring new wheels, which he explains is very expensive. Henry describes working on several of the different pumps and wells around Torrens Creek, and mentions meeting an engineer from the Charters Towers e...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 4, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he does not think he has much to write about. Henry writes the manager at Lammermoor, Mr. Ferguson, is leaving and Mr. Sherston will be taking up management. Henry mentions Mr. Christison will be coming to see Allingham's well, and Henry has not seen him in 6 weeks. Henry will be returning to Lammermoor. ...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, June 29, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing from Oakley, where he is with Mr. Sherston, to work on the boiler they are installing. Henry writes he was pitched from his horse, and suffered a bruised leg. Henry also mentions catching a cold from sleeping outdoors so often. He writes a note he will soon write to Ethel and Robina.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, July 16, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, hoping that Ethel received her letter, as he had passed it onto Mr. Christison who took it to Lammermoor. Henry writes he is working with several other men on the new pump, and mentions the lack of food he had the previous week. Henry also mentions new fences being put up which he accompanies with a drawing. Henr...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 23, circa 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he has been very busy since his last letter, detailing his efforts in repairing a boiler that had sunk. Henry also describes riding to Tandoola, where the pump had broken down. He writes there has not been much rain, but is as well as ever and sends his love to home.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 5, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, written while on board a ship. Henry mentions not enjoying his supper much aboard the ship. He also writes about making acquaintances with the younger folk on board, and explains American girls become familiar with you very quickly. He also mentions there is much singing on board, and includes music for a song he...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 14, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 8 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, wishing her and the rest of the family a Merry Christmas. He mentions spending Christmas away from her 3 years prior when he was in Brisbane. Henry also mentions that he has been balancing his finances, and has $200 now. He assures Helen he has not been spending his money unnecessarily, and will inform her when h...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, October 6, 1903
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1903 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, sharing he is happy to have Helen's first letter, and to hear news Evey is well. Henry shares he is not dead, but had a small accident in the "old Winston Car," and the repairs cost $375. He writes work at Bullards is not very exciting, and should like to get into the drafting room as soon as he is able. He has m...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, December 22, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing a short note, as there is little news to share. Henry writes he will be attending the 3rd annual dance hosted by the Trumansburg Society, and plans on taking Miss Grace Erway. Henry mentions taking a short trip through the states before returning to England, and will have the opportunity to visit any shop...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 29, circa 1904
Multi-Page Item | 14 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing with the important news that Henry will be the shop superintendent in England. While he has not been formally appointed to the position yet, he expresses his eagerness at receiving the position. Henry mentions the man they originally hired for the position was not up to the task. He also mentions the need...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, September 4, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 12 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing to inform her he has been very busy since his last letter. Henry mentions he attended the weekly dance in Glenwood with 3 other couples. Henry mentions attending the fair, which he explained was much like an English Country Fair. Henry also mentions business with the Morse Co. continues to go well.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Evey Allingham, August 30, 1900
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1900 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his sister Evey Allingham, writing he has just received hers and Helen's letters, and hopes all is well. He hopes to hear of their Uncle Arthur's success with his play. Henry writes about his work in Australia, and mentions work on both the Oakley and Tandoola pumps. He explains the Oakley pump is run using a very small fire and takes about...
Letter from Henry Allingham to Gerald Allingham, September 27, 19uu
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his brother Gerald Allingham, writing about his work with the pumps near Oakley Station. Henry mentionshe has just received his and their mother's letters from August 10th. Henry hopes Evey will improve soon. He mentions he is unable to develop photos where he is, but hopes to do some developing when he returns to Lammermoor.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, February 15, 1905
Multi-Page Item | 6 pages | 1905 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, informing her he will write to her en route of his trip. Henry mentions having letters from Mr. Morse to visit different manufacturing locations during his trip. Henry writes about a sleigh party he had gone to the previous Saturday. Henry writes he is anxious to see everyone again soon.
Letter from Henry Allingham to Helen Allingham, February 18, 1904
Multi-Page Item | 7 pages | 1904 | William Allingham papers, 1846-1920One letter from Henry Allingham to his mother Helen Allingham, writing he does not have any news after last week's letter. Henry states Mr. Morse has left New York for London, and will arrive about the same time as the current letter. Henry mentions Mr. Morse's time in London is for business, and inquires about Helen introducing Mr. Morse to Mr. Collins, head of the New Rive...

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