1 Phone 1613 Chiswick MICHAEL RAINS, Ltd., (Patronised by Royalty,) BULB GROWERS, Seed and Plant Merchants, Horticultural Sundriesmen. _____________________ Established 1856. _____________________ Telegraphic Address - deleted text 54 Chiswick Lane, London, W. May 12th 1916. The Home Secretary Whitehall, S.W. Dear Sir, I am given to understand that some
compensation will be given to sufferers of the Irish
rebellion. I beg to inform you that I went to the Dublin
Spring Show with three assistants, but on account of the
unfortunate circumstances, we could not reach the Show.
This affair cost me nearly £50. I would not mind this
loss so much, but that it was the last few pounds
I had in the world. I have been attending this show
for some years & always made a considerable profit.
I might mention that through prevailing circumstances
my business as above has been practically ruined, I suffered
considerable loss the first & second year, & now I am left with
nothing. If nothing can be done for me in this matter,
may I ask you, if something could be found for me
in some Government office. I am above the Military
age, & have had considerable experience.
Trusting to receive an early & favourable reply. I am,
Your obedient Servant
Michael Citroen Ackn.2 & say
that no measures are in
contemplation wh. wd. meet the
case he adduces RC 16/5/16 2 The Home Secretary's Compliment Slip With The Private Secretary's compliments 3 Envelope Postmarked CHISWICK W 3 PM 12 MAY 16 Private & Personal The Home Secretary Whitehall S.W. Irish Office