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Letters from Andrew Birrell to George Selth Coppin from America, 1869-1878

 Sub-series

Dates

  • 1869-1878

Additional description

Physical description

Some of these letters have engraved letterheads, showing scenes of American life.

General note

Andrew Birrell was Coppin's theatrical agent in America at this period, during which Coppin also had dealings with Henry Edwards. Letters begin with the Quaker greeting 'Friend' to which Coppin replies in kind.

Repository details

Repository details

Part of the Australian Manuscripts Collection, State Library Victoria Repository

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