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Extract from the diary of John Marsh, April 1783

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  • Description

    Extract from the diary of John Marsh, Book VIII, pages 86-89, primarily relating to the courtship and marriage between Mary Marsh and Thomas Williams. Envelope attached to the handwritten extract is addressed to Mrs Henry Williams, Pakaraka, Kawa kawa, Bay of Islands. Postmarked 3 November [18]98. [Postage stamp has been removed.]

  • Other Id

    14900 (Presto content ID)

    MS-1991-75-1179 (Reference Number)

  • Department

    Manuscripts

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Catalogue

  • Object Type

    manuscript

  • Name/Title
    Extract from the diary of John Marsh, April 1783
  • Physical Description

    7pp ; 338 mm x 216 mm

    1 envelope ; 97 mm x 223 mm

  • Language
    English
  • Level of Current Record
    Child
  • Is Part Of

    Williams Family Papers, 1783 - 1963

  • Public Access Text

    Handwritten extract contains the following note: "The original book from which this extract is taken is in the possession of the Marshes of Downside, Winchester."

    Typescript copy has the following: "Copied from typed copy lent by Mr. Algar Williams. Jan. 1962."

  • Copyright
    No known copyright restrictions
  • Last Update
    26 Sep 2023
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