Henry Chapman of Port Louis, Mauritius, to his sisters, 21 Sep 1835
Topics include:
- a Governor's proclamation on promoting public instruction throughout the island
- the general improvement of the conditions of the Black population over the past few years
- the grudging admission of the proprietors that Buxton had brought about a great amelioration
- Chapman's own pride in acknowledging his connection with Buxton.
Dates
- Creation: 21 Sep 1835
Extent
3 pages
Language of Materials
- English
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Shelfmark
MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 14, pp. 378-380
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