Historical information

Messages in relation to the death of "Mervyn Clive Townsend" KIA on sinking of the HMAS SYDNEY by the HSK Kormoran on 15 Nov 1941. Refer Cat No. 2313P for Townsends service.

Physical description

Folded white Sympathy cards for Mervyn Townsend. Sizes ranging from 13 x 8 to 10 x 8 cm.
1. Folded three sheets with message in middle. Cover says sent in Heartfelt Sympathy.
2. Folded 3 sheets with message in middle and cover saying "With Deepest Sympathy".
3. Folded 2 sheets with message in middle and cover sheet saying "With Sincere Sympathy".
4. Folded 2 pieces with inside message and cover sheet saying "With Sincerest Sympathy".
5. Double folded sheet with message "Peace, perfect peace and dove flying over a sun and picture of Lilies all in black."

Inscriptions & markings

1. From Mr. & Mrs. John Owen, East Melbourne.
2. From Norma D. Young, Bendigo.
3. From Mr. & Mrs. J. L. Horne.
4. From E. Casey & sisters, Murrumbeena.
5. From Mr. & Mrs D.J. Treage, Balwyn.