Refugee tensions spark fortification talk along Canadian frontier
The report describes officials debating actions against refugees and Loyalist threats, citing British and American pressures. It notes engineers studying fortifications from Lake Memphremagog to Champlain and plans to build defenses at Missisquoi, Armand, and Stanstead. Strong entities include British engineers, American generals, and Canadian exiles, with emphasis on frontier security amid incendiary fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caneda
Erie
Saints
Champlain
Missinquoiay
Armand
Stanstead
Canadians and Americans in War Time Questioned
The piece argues Canadians would ally with Americans if war erupted, citing earlier revolutions and 1812 attempts. It cites a despatch from the Governor General to the Colonial Minister claiming Canada remains quiet yet suspicious of American intent and wary of French Canada, urging attention to the Fraser and Mackenzie movements and a history of loyalty to Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hui
Canada
Reception of the Americans by the Canadians in the Revolution
An excerpt detailing how American forces were treated by Canadian communities during the Revolutionary War era. It highlights reception, attitudes, and interactions that shaped colonial military aid and local loyalties amid the conflict.
Exhibition by the Messrs. Ravel at Caine's Hotel
The Messrs. Ravel travel through Europe and America presenting exhibitions praised by patrons. Montreal's Transcript reported their Saturday performance as highly applauded with an unyielding rope ascent to the gallery and a steady gallery descent amid thunderous acclaim.
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Caine’s Hotel
Ravel
Messrs
Europe
America
Montreal
Transcript
Swanton
Brothers Ravel
Caine's
Victor Ravel
Louie Gravel
Jean Havel
Halanesi
Hanve
Luvis Ravel
Joan
Louis Ravel
British and American Navies Clash in Disputed Territory
A dramatic count compares American and British naval forces near the disputed area. Americans total 240 regulars and militia while British forces reach 500 with strong outposts and twelve field guns. Report notes Britain plans Woodstock accommodations for a full regiment. Also reports the death of Capt James Riley at age 68 aboard the brig Witham Tell bound for Mogadore.
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United States
Great Britain
U.S
Maine
Temiscouta
Sappore
Frederickton
Grand Falls
New Brunswick
Charlotte County
Woodstock
Drarn
Cart
Rirey
James Riley
Africa
Mogadore
Tocsta
War fears and defense warnings in Toronto Patriot 1840
The Toronto Patriot reports an impending war scare with the United States over the North Eastern Boundary. Major General Sir Richard Jackson dispatches are read as authorities threaten serious difficulties, with active militia and defenses on alert. The Rochester correspondent asks about defense plans as British forces in Canada may strike Detroit Buffalo Rochester Oswego and Ogdensburg. Ohio legislature cites British encroachment beyond the Rockies, urging federal protection. Printer notices offer press type for sale to raise cash.
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Canada
Toronto
Richard Jackson
United States
Rochester Democrat
Rochester
England
Detroit
Boffalo
Oswego
Ogdensburgh
Shepard & Strong
Rochester Daily Democrat
Correspondence from Montreal on War and Canadian sentiment
An April 13 letter from Montreal warns of imminent war and asserts Canadians will not support the government in a clash. It argues amnesty would be fear driven and temporary, laments England’s half‑century of promises, and criticizes Governor Thomson and depopulated “renegades” for corrupting the system. Spies in government are feared, with many undercover patriots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Thomson
Miss Vic
Albert
Thomeon
Lafontaine
Cartier
L'Espoir de
Henry
Doctor Medical Office
Swanton
Noted infer to Peter McGill cited in refugee tale
Fragmentary report notes a constant association with Peter McGill and mentions Dee Rivieres as recently in the…
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter McGill
Dee Rivieres
Grand Menagerie Exhibition at Swanton May 13 1840
Robt Ransom and Thomas Moty announce a grand collection by Brastsend Binns under Menare Holby. The event in Swanton on May 13 1840 features two large pavilions, a 220 by 120 foot ground area, a splendid band, and admission 25 cents with children half price. Also notices ferry rates and a 1840 Caroline Almanack advertisement.
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Mile
Menare
Holby
Bwanton
Wroanena
America
Notice of Claim and Debts by John Marilie
In Highgate on April 2, 1840, a notice states that John Ma Ville will claim none of the said John Marilie’s peat pey any debe of kin comirecting, asserting no debts or kinship obligations. The remainder of the university trues that he will claim none of the said John Marilie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ean Ravel
Victor Mave
Probate Court
Grad Isle
Joants Minton
Atenonan
Wad
Bewasau S. Prefes
Albargh
John Marilie
John Maville
Vermont and New Hampshire Post Masters Listed
A list of postmasters and locations across Vermont New Hampshire New York and Wisconsin with names including J A Vail R S Orn L C Moore Nathaniel Perkine Dr Brush Rev J Baker H Soule Brigham Jast Fairfield Hiram Bostwick Jerome East Berkshire Dr 8 Buter Alburgh Sewell Wadsworth Whitney Moretown George D Rice Captain Lewis Lucas Hichford Seara Bakersfield Green Burlington Davernay New Hampshire Marlow Capt Selden Brown Fitzwilliam Josiah Ing Hanover Sias Williams Stuartatown Coos Co Smith NH Lull New York Rouse s Point William Weldon Perry s Mills L Perry Ausable Forks Joseph Davignes Henry N Bickford John Ryan Greenwich Buffalo W Mackenzie Saline Erasmus Stone Hopkinton Heman K Hopkine Norfolk St L Co Phelps Lean Thompkins Pas terson Francia Milwaukie Louie Praccere Post Masters friendly to our Cause requested to see ote
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Vermont
Montpelier
J. A. Vail
Troy
Vil
R. S. Orn
North Troy
L. C. Moore
Canaan
Nathaniel Perkine
Cambridge
Brush
Jeffersonville
Rev. J. Baker
Pairfield
H. Soule
Gott Brigham Jast
North Hero
Col
H. Wadsworth
G. Whitney
Moretown
R. G. Buckley
Calaig
Asa George
Middlesex
Horace Snow
P. M. Roxbury
John M. Spalding
Waitefield
Geo. D. Rice Barre
Lewis Lucastra
Hiram Fish
P. M. Hichford
A. W. Seara
P.M
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Per 'Rei
U. S
Prien
Congress
Wint- Leon Miceunzie
Wint Johnson
Walleee
Lyon Mackenzie Esq
British & American Navies
Great Brita
Averuon Bouxpany
Ohio
Rocky Mountains
France
Pareheave & Sibio
York
Robert Ransom
Thomas Moty
Alburgh
Swanton Falls
Ailce
Fenny
Mackenzie's Gazette
True Caroline Almanack
American Freeman's Chronicle
North American
Swanton, Vt
Waree
Urick
Fairfield
Col.set Heee
Joseph Rowdise
North Fairfield
Highgate
Kitridge
L. C. Mowe
Whelerle
G. Green 2 Co
Phelps
Swanton Fall
L. Perry
Agen
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