These letters graciously have been shared with the Victorian Web by Eunice and Ron Shanahan; they have been taken from their website. The letters give an insight into the daily lives and concerns of 'ordinary' people without whom history would not exist. The letters are a wonderful example of how much history may be gleaned from such sources.
If
you will do me the favour to discount the inclosed draft for £8004 &
send me the proceeds to enable me to retire the one due 16th curt. (Current).
I expect that this will not be necessary to have any renewal of it, if the Leith
worthies come forward as they are expected to do and I can get any good Sales
effected -- I have preferred this mode in preference as it will keep matters
distinct and the other Bills you hold are not for any transaction in Business,
but for your Security. If however there is any other arrangement you would prefer
be so good as let me know and I shall do what you wish.
Last modified 22 December 2004