Thomas D. Bottomley, Sydney, to William Bottomley (8 pp.), 1853-05-26

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Glad that William is thinking of having a small adventure to Sydney and may send consignments to him; explanation of some trouble in business before coming to Sydney where he has worked to acquire a good character and has gained great experience if not put much money by; is going to Shoalhaven where most of the produce comes from and open a store - will send produce by steamer to Henry Heap in Sydney acting as his agent; complete apathy in the political world locally; saw young [Spruce?] in Melbourne, Clerk in the Secretaries Office and his two sisters who live with families as companions or governesses; hears of Robert Thomson; Henry Heap is settled but not the others in the family; John is clerk to H.J.H.; he sent Australian seeds which should be valuable.

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