A Hand-Written letter from Monash to his Daughter, Bertha: dated 29/12/30 and headed 'Iona'; Monash writes to ask for 'Bert's' advice the best way to transport his 'White military helmet, peaked forage cap and two felt hats' as well as additional headwear he 'Shall be getting in Bombay'. Should he 'Buy a roomy ladies' hat box.......and what ought I to pay for such a hat box?'; he signs off 'Yours affectionately, John Monash'.