The Christine Collins letters

Dear Mr. Neumiller,

I am writing to you in behalf of my husband, Walter J. Collins (No. 12824) imprisoned at Reprisa, Calif.

When Mr. Collins was taken from us we were left destitute as he was our only means of support. I was compelled to earn our son’s and my livelihood by securing a position in a telephone exchange and for over four long years I have worked under great difficulties to make a living.

Our son is nine years old now and I find it very hard to support the two of
us on the small salary I receive and my  health is not good at all. I am on the verge of a nervous breakdown and the doctor said I needed a rest.

Mr. Neumiller, will you please sanction a parole for my husband so as he may come home and take care of his family? We really need his support and I am very sincere in stating the fact. I know you will not refuse me this appeal for the sake of our son as well as my health.

Mr. Collins is a good man and always was a good provider until he made his mistake thru worry and sickness. He is sorry for what he has done and begs forgiveness.

Please make this a happy New Year for us by granting him a release so as he may take care of us. I will more than appreciate your kind act for our sakes.

Hoping for a favorable reply and wishing you a very bright and happy New Year, I am

Please grant him a parole.