Photocopy of letter from John Thomas, Nukualofa, Tonga, 12 January 1857, to his brother-in-law in England

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.


Order number: MS 380449
Main author: Thomas; John (1796-1881); blacksmith, ordained missionary
Order: MS 380449
Date(s) of creation: 12 Jan 1857
Level: Item
Format: Archive           

Reference number: MS 380449
Order number: MS 380449
Summary: 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.
Main author: Thomas; John (1796-1881); blacksmith, ordained missionary
Extent: 4 ff. & cover sheet
Acquisition: Presented by Mr M. Daly in 1987, who owns the original letter
Access status: Open
Language: English
Related material: Methodist Missionary Society
Format: Archive           
Access Points - Person, Corporate & Family Names:
Name Code Person, Corporate or Family Name Type of Entity
GB/SOASNAF/P480 Thomas; John (1796-1881); blacksmith, ordained missionary Person
Access Points - Places:
Place Code Place Name
4032283 Tonga