Invercargill, April 8, l863

To Captain Wm. Young, Barque "India"

Dear Sir, - We the undersigned cabin passengers per 
India, from Tasmania, feel it our duty before 
parting with you, to thank you most sincerely for 
your kindness, strict attention and liberality 
towards us during our late speedy though boisterous 
passage; wishing you a safe & speedy passage back, 
and as quick a return to this port, our now adopted 
home, and strongly recommending you, your officers 
and ship to our Tasmanian friends.

We remain, Dear Sir,
Yours very truly

Mrs Thompson		Mrs Spurling & Family
Wm. Prentice		S. Spurling
Wm. Short		F. Spurling
E. Gregory		Sarah Keepe & Family
W. Gregory		Mrs Boxall & Family
J. Spurling