Lot 1044
Mills, William & Sarah Ellis - Extremely Early and Important Polynesian Missionary Letter. William Mills (1794-1872) was one of the group of the first permanently settled white missionaries in Samoa, arrived in "Dunotar Castle" in 1836; next to John Williams he was the most famous L.M.S. missionary of the South Pacific; he authored Polynesian Reminiscences. Autograph letter from William Mills to William Ellis, 12½ x 8 in., 1p, Apia, 1840, 9 April. Regarding order for goods annexed, with red seal. It was apparently carried to Sydney by the Missionary brig Camden. Age toning, piece missing from label with no affect to text, torn at seal.
With an autograph letter from Sarah Ellis (1812-1872) who was the author of Family Secrets, Northern Roses and many other works, and wife of William Ellis (1794-1872) who was a missionary to the South Seas and to Madagascar, 7¼ x 4¾ in., Rose Hill, c. 1859, 3 pp. Letter to "My dear Friend" making arrangements for a long awaited visit.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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