John H. W. Pettit letters to his family in England, illustrated with sketches by the writer, 1852-1868 - Page 168

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No 21  [166]
Lonsdale Street 
Melbourne
June 1856

My dr. Stanlet
Being informed that a Mail for England closes this afternoon could not allow the opportunity to pass without giving you a few lines. More than this I cannot manage although I have much to write about. A longer period than wished has again elapsed since last writing - but indeed you must not consider me neglectful. You would not did you know how Ive been situated - occasionally when time might have been found no chance existed. But enough of this
 

 

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