William J. Wills
William J. Wills
although appear generally hoped peace people permanent prove
It is to be hoped that the peace will be a permanent one, although people here generally appear to think that it will not prove so.
convenient far french island possession rendezvous
The French have possession of the island of New Caledonia, which is not very far from here, and is a convenient place of rendezvous for them.
king lower return shall
Mr. Burke and King are down on the lower part of the creek. I am about to return to them, when we shall all probably come up this way.
england event excitement involved last mail news state
The news by the last mail has put us all in a state of excitement about our defenses, in the event of England being involved in the continental war.
accompany expedition interior leaving likely melbourne seems shall
It seems very likely that I shall be leaving Melbourne in March, to accompany the expedition for the exploration of the interior of this continent.
absence engaged leave obtained position time
I do not give up my position in the Observatory, having obtained leave of absence for the time during which we may be engaged in the exploration.
afraid doubt expect letter letters
You will no doubt expect a long letter after so much delay, but I am afraid you will be disappointed, as long letters are not my forte.
leave unable
We have been unable to leave the creek.
country fresh pleasant plenty shall travelling
We shall be travelling through the country in the most favourable and pleasant season, when there is plenty of water, and everything fresh and green.