NEW ZEALAND
cover 1843 (22 June) missionary entire letter from Waimate to Wellington, marked "Paid 6", showing very fine straight-line "PETRE" (over two months earlier than recorded) with just legible arrival d.s. below. The contents are a fascinating account of the trial of Rev. Creed, accused of of an unlawful relationship with a Maori girl. An important and historical letter. Very rare. Photo
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cover 1843 (22 June) missionary entire letter from Waimate to Wellington, marked "Paid 6", showing very fine straight-line "PETRE" (over two months earlier than recorded) with just legible arrival d.s. below. The contents are a fascinating account of the trial of Rev. Creed, accused of of an unlawful relationship with a Maori girl. An important and historical letter. Very rare. Photo
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Note: Only six examples of the straight-line h.s. are recorded in the R.P.S.N.Z. handbook.