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
This material is held atSchool of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) Archives, University of London
- Reference
- GB 102 MS 380449
- Dates of Creation
- 12 Jan 1857
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 4 ff. & cover sheet
Scope and Content
Access Information
Open
Acquisition Information
Presented by Mr M. Daly in 1987, who owns the original letter