Catalogue
Catalogue
Object Type
Name/Title
Letter from Jane Williams to Thomas Sydney Williams, May 13, 1845
Primary Maker
Date
1845
1783-1963
Physical Description
6pp on 2 leaves ; 197mm x 127mm.
Language
English
Collection
Level of Current Record
Child
Is Part Of
Public Access Text
Partially cross-written
[Keywords: Correspondence, Colonialism, Wakato, Pukapuka, Missionary Wives, Missionary Women, Misisonarn Families, Schools, New Zealand Wars]
Subject Notes
Jane Williams (nee Nelson, 1801-1896) was the wife of William Williams, and a force for Missionary work in her own right. Trained as a school teacher, she taught Maori women and girls the art of domestic 'English' life. During her husbands frequent absences, Jane managed the day to day running of their mission. She is remembered as a bright, intelligent, courageous and cheerful soul.
[Further reading: Faith and Farming: The legacy of Henry Williams and William Williams. pg. 275]
Last Update
07 Dec 2023
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