Letter re salt for sale from William Voiles

1875
Overview

Hand-written note on paper that is stained and has damage to edges.

Historical information

William Voiles was a former convict (no.5318) working around Geraldton.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-72-GMOB1940
Item type
Material
Width
113 mm
Height or length
180 mm
Depth
1 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Geraldton Jan 11/75
Mr J.S. Maley I have got 7 bags of Port Gregory salt their about 14 or 15 cwt in the 7 bag and if you do want it I will let you have it for 30 shillings and Please to send your team to Mr daw yard
William Voils Geraldton

Contextual information

This is the only letter written by Voiles in the collection. The letter also provides evidence of salt being collected for sale at Port Gregory.

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Last modified
Sunday, 20 July, 2025
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Letter re salt for sale from William Voiles
Letter re salt for sale from William Voiles

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