Irish poet, journalist, author, and activist (1844-1890) who was transported to Western Australia for his association with the Irish Republican Brotherhood (the 'Fenians'); he escaped the colony in 1869 and settled in Boston, where he found work as a poet and reported for The Pilot. ALS, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, The Pilot Editorial Rooms letterhead, June 21, 1890. Handwritten letter to "Ned," in part: "I shall at once see Gen. Donahue & write to Gen. McMahon, & some other prominent soldiers about Col. Veasey. I shall take your cordial word about Col. Veasey & make it my own." In fine condition, with minor edge creasing and mounting remnants to reverse.
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