Box-folder 455.2

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Acknowledging a book and a song of Marcus Clarke's. Unveiling of the memorial tombstone. (2 pages)

Abstract Has received a presentation copy of Marcus Clarke's History of Australia, and is annoyed to find that an error concerning the naming of Port Jackson, which he has been at great pains to correct, has been perpetuated at the beginning of the book. Gives correct story of the naming and the evidence thereof. Refuses to be party to the circulation of a book which contains such a misstatement, as he suspects that the author has been equally in error in other...

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Promises if possible to send a copy of his pamphlet the Royal pardon indicated. Relates the circumstances in which th pamphlet came to be written. Inquires in a postscript, as to the meaning of the word "larrakin". (1 page)

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Covering letter for a package of deeds. (1 page)

Abstract Appreciation of His Natural Life. During his visit to Melbourne and Tasmania, has examined the blue books on which the work is based, and made formal inquiries on the subject, and found that the incidents are not exaggerated. Is surprised that Clarke's work is not more appreciated in Australia. He himself, has made it widely known in England. Is subscribing for 20 copies of the memorial volume. Asks for a book from Clarke's library with his autograph. (7...

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Acknowledgement of gift of some of Marcus Clarke's books. Arranging time to meet her. (1 page)

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Acknowledgement of a copy of His Natural Life. Is sending his photograph. (2 pages)

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Agreeing to allow the memorial volume to be dedicated to him. Has always admired His Natural Life and often given copies to friends. His appreciation of the book and comparison of it with Oliver Twist and Victor Hugo's works. (5 pages)

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Has written to Service. Promising a photograph. Has mislaid a book borrowed from the Public Library on his journey from Sydney to Melbourne. Asks what he can present to the library if it is not found. Does not feel justified in writing a letter about Mckinnon's proposed paper. (2 pages)

Abstract Thanks for birthday verses. Has been shocked to read that he had promised to obtain a nomination for Clarke's son at Christ's Hospital or Charterhouse, both of which are beyond his powers. Has been approached on the subject of a cheap edition of His Natural Life, but does not think it is justified. Prospect of the Government printing Clarke's works. Cannot obtain a commission as correspondent for Mackinnon, but suggests he work as a journalist and use...