Refers to [Methodist] missionary activity at the Tonga mission. Comments on the effects of a hurricane at Vavau (Dec 1856) and destruction in the area. Refers to trade in coconut oil, and the setting up of mission schools.
Photocopy of letter from John Thomas, Nukualofa, Tonga, 12 January 1857, to his brother-in-law in England
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- Dates of Creation12 Jan 1857
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- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description4 ff. & cover sheet
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Presented by Mr M. Daly in 1987, who owns the original letter