Endurance and mistreatment recorded in a Canadian revolt era diary
A diary recounts a long forced march with bound prisoners, starvation rations, and the humane acts of some soldiers contrasted with harsh officers. It describes fatigue at St Johns, roped confinement, and the writer’s sympathy for red coats while condemning colonial officials and Loyalist leaders. The text also rails against Canadians, British policy, and despotism with references to trials, hangings, and depictions of colonial administration.
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Africa
Louw Dragon
St. Valentine
St. Johns
Door’s
Isle Due Noir
Iste Juz Noir
Guard
Post Office Department Remarks On Neutral Press Conduct
The Post Office Department notes they will address conduct of the Post Master General. They state elections are not near and insist on neutrality toward all parties. They pledge to publish a correct account of North American receipts once ledgers are posted, and report receiving $150 for each of J W Osgood and W Bullock for a one year North American subscription.
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Canada
Richelieu
Perrin
St. Antoine
Quebec
Mackenzie
Gaz
St. Dennis
Gadbois
Montreal
Ofice Department
United States
G. D. Dana
P. M
Cabot Vt
J. W. Osgood
W. Bullock
GP Save Money Before Expiration of Second Quarter
Advertisement urges North American readers to pay before the second quarter ends and save. It promises a reduced fee of 175 for those who settle early and notes money sent free of expense will be accepted.
Pargiore Cananex New Paper on Canadian Politics
Dovernay’s new publication, 80 long talked of, appears in a sheet slightly larger than North American. It covers Canadian politics history literature and industry. He suffered exile and property loss for liberty. Subscription $4 advance or $5 year end. Leave names at this office.
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Pargiore Cananex
Dovernay
Canada
Patriote Canadien
Superior Ink. A bote and Briggs' fine blue Ink sented to us
Fragmentary item notes ink and agents Curtiss and ReeAlbans, mentioning ink types and a sale or transfer. The readable text hints at a shipment or offer, with names Curtiss and ReeAlbans and reference to ink varieties. No clear event or outcome emerges from the fragment.
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Curtiss & Ree Albans
Ig Ff
Fragmentary Reflections on Military Strength and Territorial Violations
Fragments discuss a northern visit and remarks on military might. Mentions atone for a violation of territory in a Caroline case and compares reformers to radicals from a previous era. Conveys cautious intent to record noteworthy statements for future knowledge.
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Hin
Private litiey horgh alleges persecutions of a Catholic priest
A fragmentary account claims Gagnon faced persecution and exile in 1853 involving priests and spies. It mentions Plattsburgh and Montreal, referencing trials, alleged dangers to property, and individuals named Dugas and Napierville. The text is garbled but indicates political-religious tension and the fate of a local figure.
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Gagnon
Peutry
Corbeau
Wools
Dig
Dione
Cungly
Plattsburgh
Dugas
Tervism
Napierville
Memorials on Mackenzie release stir frontier Counties
The Franklin Gazette laments petitions urging the release of Messrs Mackenzie and questions public patriotism. It notes local signatures and distrust of the frontier calm as editors criticise government inaction and advocate firmer action by authorities.
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Makenzie
Franklis
Desertions Spark Military Discipline in Kingston Chronicle
The Kingston Chronicle reports two Americans in the city entangled in desertion incidents within Major Webb's command. One man faces charges for private misconduct while the other is accused of enticing the 43d to desert.
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Kingston Chronicle
Major Webb
Cole Desert
43D
Fourth of July Toast Refers To Canadian and American Unity
A fragmented line hints at a patriotic toast mentioning both Canada and the United States and a theme of triumph and unity across borders. The garbled text references a grave, perhaps symbolically, for the rival or past conflicts.
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Montreal Morning Courier
Windsor
Prescote
Fragmentary Note Reflects Loyalist Sentiment Amid Strife
A cryptic excerpt shows vow to remain loyal to British rule and monarchic principles, mentioning enemies and sympathizers nearby. The lines signal unrest and resistance themes tied to British imperial influence.
French Sympathy Named Surgeon of the Meteor
A report notes that Dr. E N Dor Varennes has been named by General of France as surgeon of the French frigate The Meteor. The appointment follows a ceremony in New York on December 27, with the Meteor to sail to Pierre and Miquelon in the St. Lawrence.
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E. N. Dor Varennes
France
New Yv
York
Pierre and Miquelon
Eh St. Lawrence
Patriote Conse
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Wall
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