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116 History 190 1917 (23 January) letter fromThomas Ashe to his sister, Nora, from Lewes Gaol On prison notepaper, printed regulations on one side, written in Ashe’s hand on the other side, tries to dissuade Nora from visiting due to the cost of travel from Ireland, and the limited visiting time of only 45 minutes. Family of Thomas Ashe; Private collection. Condition: Very good, toned folds. Estimate €200-€300 (approx £180-£270) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 190 191 1917 (2 February) two letters fromThomas Ashe at Lewes Gaol to his sister, including mention of Michael Collins. Extracts cut from large multi recipient letters in his own hand in ink. Discusses visiting times, and mentions that he will write to Collins. Family of Thomas Ashe; Private collection Condition: Very good. Estimate €200-€300 (approx £180-£270) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 191 192 1917 (21 February and 12 March) letters fromThomas Ashe to his sister Nora from Lewes Gaol (2) In Ashe’s hand in ink on prison paper, contents a bit cantankerous, possibly due to his toothache and its treatment by a local dentist, mentions relaxation of censorship, and mentions Michael Collins, 2pp each, both with stamped envelopes. Family of Thomas Ashe; Private collection. Condition: Very good, toned folds. Estimate €200-€300 (approx £180-£270) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 192