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Newspaper
General Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 06, 1776
Page
2
The piece argues that civil war is unlikely, liberty favors independence, and a strong fleet or militia could defend, while avoiding a standing army. It outlines economic benefits of independence, including free trade and growth of industry, and notes Nova Scotia and Halifax with climate, geography, and early settlement details.
The text describes Nova Scotia under English control with a population of about fifteen to sixteen thousand, thriving on fur, naval stores, fishery, and governor’s residence. Annapolis Royal is noted as former capital and now modest and poorly fortified. The land is hard to clear and unproductive. Indian incursions prior to peace caused distress, leading to dependence on New England for provisions. Exports to Britain mainly woollen cloth and clothing supplies, with timber and fishery produce sent back. settlement is young with limited utility, but its security helps protect other colonies.
A fragment notes a period in 1771 before disputes with America had risen to alarming height. The line suggests a colonial or imperial context, reflecting British concerns prior to escalating tensions and independence movements.
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