1870 Cuban Slave Trade Manuscript Advertisements and Announcements About Cubans Seeking Slaves, Returning Slaves and Much More

Havana, Cuba, 1870. Non-Book. On offer is a remarkable manuscript advertisement, similar to the modern "Classified" pages, for the month of March, 1870. In this case, the ads list 41 specific needs for slaves as requested by Cuban owners. This document contains three pages of listings, mostly describing the need for slaves to purchase or rent, though there are some variations within the listings. There are multiple listings for Cubans seeking "emancipated slave (s) to rent", one looking for a specific, named black female (negra) , someone returning a slave from the island of Dominica, a listing about multiple negros being consigned to a College, a notice about sending a Black man (pardo) to jail, a notice of 15 slaves being available for rental, and much more. This document is remarkable in its depth of information about the slave trade is it in the 1870s, which was running consecutively with the Chinese coolie trade. This ad was likely posted in a Town Hall or similar. Cuba had a great need for inexpensive labour to support their sugar industry. While America and Britain signed a treaty in 1814 to abolish the African slave trade, it took many years for complete global abolition. The African slave trade was not ended in Cuba until 1886, despite it being formally abolished in 1867 (Yun & Laremont, 2001). During the Chinese coolie trade (1847-1874) African slaves often worked alongside Chinese indentured labourers. Measures approx 12x8.5 inches. Three leaves, one with with handwriting on the verso and recto and one with handwriting on only the recto. Age toning, small tears on the edge and one small hole in the document that does not impact readability. Legible. Spanish Language. Overall G. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 3 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012110

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1880s Collection of Manuscript Letters with Hypnosis and Publishing Content Related to Colonel John Lewis Hurbert Neilson

Montreal Quebec PQ Canada. Non-Book. On offer are three handwritten letters related to Colonel John Lewis Hurbert Neilson [1845-1925]. The first letter is written to John Lewis Neilson with his unsigned written reply on verso. Dated 221 Drummond Street, Montreal, Oct[ober] 23rd, [18]89, this letter is from H. S. Mclellan of Montreal to Neilson asking "Would you care to try hypnotism on me?" He refers to Lloyd Tuckey’s article in The 19th Century, and describes his symptoms. With a draft reply in Neilson's hand on reverse, advising that he believes Mclellan could benefit from hypnotism and making arrangements to meet. The other two letters are written to John Lewis Neilson from A. W. Moore, manager of the American Literary-Illustrative Bureau relating to receiving and submitting manuscripts. The first is dated American Literary-Illustrative Bureau. Rochester, Dec[ ember] 24th, 1887. Setting out terms to receive a manuscript for publication on either the North West Expedition or the Egyptian Campaign. The final letter is dated American Literary-Illustrative Bureau. Rochester, January 21st 1888. Suggesting submissions to Harpers, Century, Scribners or Cosmopolitan for the articles Neilson proposes, and expressing difficulties with the editing process. An interesting set of letters for anyone interested in hypnotism with a perspective of a late 19th century Canadian medical soldier. BIO NOTES: Neilson was experienced with and interested in Hypnotism. Charles Loyd Tuckey in his 1913 book Treatment By Hypnotism and Suggestion Or Psycho-Therapeutics on page 224 refers to his friend Dr. Neilson on this subject and also refers to a letter Neilson wrote to him. Colonel John Louis Hubert Neilson, the grandson of John Neilson, was a physician, soldier, and author. Late of the Royal Canadian Artillery; First Director General and organizer of the Canadian Army medical services; holds General Service medal, and Campaign medal, Soudan 1884-5; Knight of the Order of Melusine; Associate of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem in England. Clubs and Societies: Quebec Garrison Club; Military Institute, Whitehall, London, England; Quebec Literary and Historical Society (President). A) Autograph letter signed. Two pages, 8vo. B) Autograph letter A. W. Moore signed. One page, 4to. C) Autograph letter A. W. Moore signed. One page, 4to. ; Manuscripts; 8vo; 3 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012371

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AUGUSTUS FREDERICK GEORGE WARWICK BAMPFYLDE, 2ND BARON POLTIMORE

Late 19th Century Autographed Letter by Augustus Frederick George Warwick Bampfylde, 2nd Baron Poltimore

England, 1800s. Non-Book. On offer is an Autographed Signed Letter (ASL) of Augustus Frederick George Warwick Bampfylde, 2nd Baron Poltimore (1837-1908). The letter measures 4-1/4 x 7-1/8 inches. Autograph letter signed. One page. Dated Eastern Terrace, Monday [no day, year]. Bampfylde writes to Edward Landseer, inviting him to dinner, and signs the invitation. Augustus Frederick George Warwick Bampfylde, 2nd Baron Poltimore. British Liberal politician. Bampfylde succeeded his father in the barony in 1858. He sat on the Liberal benches in the House of Lords and served in the first Liberal administration of William Ewart Gladstone as Treasurer of the Household from 1872 to 1874. In 1872 he was sworn of the Privy Council. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012318

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THOMAS BARTLET

1823 Manuscript Court Submission Relating to the Valuation of a Watercraft Addressed to Canadian Justice of the Peace

Bare Need, Bareneed, Newfoundland, Canada, 1823. Non-Book. On offer is a letter, written and signed by Thomas Bartlet, written to Justice of the Peace Oliver St. John (d1831). This letter was written by Bartlet in order to provide the Court with information about the valuation of a boat owned by a Mr. Hall. Bartlet explains that he is unable to attend Court. He writes, "I am not able to walk...." and provides information about the boat's valuation for judgement. The letter is dated May 6th, 1823 in Bare Need, Newfoundland, and there is a note on the back stating that it was "returned into Court May 8th, 1823". It is addressed to to Oliver St. John, Justice of Peace, Harbour Grace, Surrogate Court. Oliver St. John, Esq, was a employee in that district in the service of Government, progressively as Clerk of the Peace, Chief Magistrate, Surrogate judge for the District of Conception Bay, (until the introduction of the Judicatore Act) , and finally as one of the Bench of Magistrates. 12.5x8 inches folded to 6.5x8 inches. Autograph Letter Signed (ALS) , 2 pages. Hole near the ancient red seal. Writing on two pages plus address and notes on a third. Many tiny tears and fold lines that do not interfere with readability. Fair condition. ; Manuscripts; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 2 pages; Signed by Author. Fair with no dust jacket .

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WILLIAM MAXWELL BLACKBURN

1893 Detailed Manuscript Letter from Historian William M. Blackburn, President of Pierre University

South Dakota, 1893. Non-Book. On offer is an interesting letter written by the internationally-recognized American historian, William Maxwell Blackburn (1828-1898). Blackburn served as president of Pierre University from 1885 to 1898. He was an ecclesiastical historian internationally known through his authorship of numerous books and articles. He wrote on various topics of local and national interest such as the philosophy of education, geology, and South Dakota history. Blackburn published more than 30 books on topics ranging from young adult fiction to religious histories. He also was a founding member of the South Dakota Historical Society. [SEE BIO NOTES AFTER LISTING FOR INFO ON THE UNIVERSITY]. Blackburn wrote this letter to Prof Hitchcock, apparently a friend and confidant. In his letter, Blackburn writes for 3-and-a-half pages, commenting on many events both local and national in scope. One reference is to labour problems at the Pullman Company that were the dominant railway coach manufacturer in the United States. The following year, Pullman would be engaged in a bitter national strike that paralyzed U. S. Rail transport and was a turning point in American labour relations. An excerpt: “... Since the ‘brake up’ at Pullman – an event so common to state institutions, especially in new states that I was not overwhelmed with astonishment tho most very sorry that you felt it best to resign…” [p1]. The letter also references and important event in the state and city history – notably an effort to have the state capital moved from Pierre to Huron. In the end, Pierre prevailed: “Just now we are somewhat concerned over a House bill to submit to the People a Change in the Constitution so as to give the Capital to Huron…” [p2]. He makes passing reference as well to the political divisions in the electorate of the time, specifically mentioning the Populist Party which played a large role in 1892 elections as a significant left-wing force in American politics: “The Legislature has few “populists” in it, but about 30-40 farmers so-called” [p4]. He touches on many other topics throughout. For a historian, this letter is a direct connection to a widespread, significant economic upheaval in America, showing how it can touch even small communities far away from the major centres of economic and political power. On a more local level, it is a direct link to an aspect of local history in the Sate of South Dakota. ABOUT PIERRE UNIVERSITY: The Presbyterian Church opened Pierre University in 1883 and built a wood-frame building called Pioneer Hall that year. In a bid for the university, the city of Pierre, South Dakota, offered twenty acres of land and $13,000 for the construction of the educational institution Religious and educational institutions were looked to as a ‘civilizing’ influence over the ‘rough’ Western town. Pierre University’s focus was on training ministers and teachers, and it awarded the first higher education degree in Dakota Territory in May 1887. The depression of the 1890s hit the area hard and the college was merged with Scotland Academy and relocated to Huron in 1898 where it became Huron College. Passing through several private hands and operating under various names, the ‘university’ continued until 2005 when it finally closed. The University was never large and, in his letter, Blackburn notes that they have 33 ‘class’ students and 35-40 ‘specials’ – possibly part-time students. The letter is a two-page, double-sided document that measures approximately 10.5 inches by 8.0 inches. It is about 2/3 complete. The paper is in good condition. There is an approximately 1.5 inch tear along one fold. The handwriting is clear and legible. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 3 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012237

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WILLIAM HENRY BOGART

1850 Manuscript Letter by New York Journalist and Legislator, William Henry Bogart

New York, 1850. Non-Book. On offer is a letter, written and signed by William Henry Bogart [1810-1888]. Bogart has dated his letter March 11 [1850] from the Senate Chamber. He writes about edits to a document and closes by asking, "Shall not the [terms? ] of the press add to our mental happiness?". BIO NOTES: William Henry Bogart was an American lawyer, legislator, journalist, historian and one of the first trustees of Wells College. In 1840 Mr. Bogart was elected to the New York State Assembly to represent Tompkins County; he served one term. Additionally he was a clerk for the New York State Senate. Mr. Bogart was a correspondent for New York Courier and Enquirer and the New York World newspapers, but he was also an historian and author. He was most well known for his book, Daniel Boone and the Hunters of Kentucky (1854) which Bogart wrote in an attempt to rescue Daniel Boone from becoming entirely myth and legend. Bogart also wrote poetry and books on more general American history. Wikipedia. 6-3/4 x 4-1/4 inches, Autograph letter signed W. H. Bogart. One page, 8vo. Was folded with two horizontal and one vertical fold, now flat and glued into an autograph book with old glue residue on verso along left side, otherwise, very good condition. ; Manuscripts; 24mo 5" - 6" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012355

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JOSEPH-FRANCIS BOUCHETTE JR.

19th Century Manuscript Quebec Land Survey Notes by Canadian Mapmaker and Surveyor

Quebec, Canada. Non-Book. On offer is a handwritten document on land surveying, written signed by Canadian surveyor Joseph-Francis Bouchette Jr. (1800-1881). This fragment of a document, torn below the signature, is about a land claim in Grand Paspebiac, in Gaspésie . "Peter Huard Claims for No 26 in Grand Paspebiac bounded on the South by Chaleur Bay on the North by the Common on the East by Lot No 35 and on the West by a Highroad..." BIO NOTES: Joseph-Francis Bouchette Jr. (1800-1881) , British-Canadian son of the Surveyor-General of Lower Canada sought funds to support his “Canadian Atlas”, an enlarged edition and more detailed version of his 1831 work. He was unsuccessful. A surveyor in his own right from 1820, J. F. Bouchette was Deputy Surveyor-General by 1840 and following the abolition of the Surveyor-General Office - was appointed Senior Surveyor with the Crowns Lands Department in 1851. This fragment measures 3-1/4 x 8 inches. It is torn at the bottom, under the signature. Overall Poor to Fair. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Poor with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012363

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EDWARD CARDWELL

1844 Manuscript Letter by Edward Cardwell, Viscount and Former Secretary of State for War

England, 1844. Non-Book. On offer is a letter written and signed by Viscount Edward Cardwell (1813-1886). In this letter, dated July 9, 1844, Viscount Cardwell writes his regrets that he cannot attend a meeting. Letter measures 9x7-3/8 inches. Autographed letter signed. One page with multiple bends/folds and age toning. Legible. Overall G. Edward Cardwell, Viscount Cardwell was a British statesman Secretary of State for War (1868–74). Cardwell as Secretary of State for War designed the reforms that Gladstone supported in the name of efficiency and democracy. In 1868 he abolished flogging, raising the private soldier status to more like an honorable career. In 1870 Cardwell abolished "bounty money" for recruits, discharged known bad characters from the ranks. He pulled 20,000 soldiers out of self-governing colonies, like Canada, which learned they had to help defend themselves. The most radical change, and one that required Gladstone's political muscle, was to abolish the system of officers obtaining commissions and promotions by purchase, rather than by merit. The system meant that the rich landholding families controlled all the middle and senior ranks in the army. Promotion depended on the family's wealth, not the officer's talents, and the middle class was shut out almost completely. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012314

Catalogue: 19th Century Manuscript

Keywords: Armed Forces Nobles

EDWARD CARDWELL

1867 Meaningful Manuscript Letter by Viscount Edward Cardwell, Former Secretary of State for War

England, 1867. Non-Book. On offer is a short but meaningful letter written by Edward Cardwell, Viscount Cardwell (1813-1886) Letter measures 7 x 4-1/2 inches. 1864 water marked paper. Autograph letter signed. One page. Dated 74 Eaton Square. 4.26.1867. Confirming he will attend a meeting, “ and render your brother any service in my power. ”Edward Cardwell, Viscount Cardwell was a British statesman Secretary of State for War (1868–74). Cardwell as Secretary of State for War designed the reforms that Gladstone supported in the name of efficiency and democracy. In 1868 he abolished flogging, raising the private soldier status to more like an honorable career. In 1870 Cardwell abolished "bounty money" for recruits, discharged known bad characters from the ranks. He pulled 20,000 soldiers out of self-governing colonies, like Canada, which learned they had to help defend themselves. The most radical change, and one that required Gladstone's political muscle, was to abolish the system of officers obtaining commissions and promotions by purchase, rather than by merit. The system meant that the rich landholding families controlled all the middle and senior ranks in the army. Promotion depended on the family's wealth, not the officer's talents, and the middle class was shut out almost completely. ; Manuscripts; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012315

Catalogue: 19th Century Manuscript

Keywords: Armed Forces

SIR FRANCIS LEGATT CHANTREY

1833 Autographed Manuscript Letter by British Sculptor Sir Francis Legatt Chantrey

England, 1833. Non-Book. On offer is an autographed letter of Sir Francis Legatt Chantrey (1781-1841). Letter measures 6-1/2 x 4-3/8 inches. Autograph letter signed. One page. Dated, Belgrave Square 8th May 1833. Near fine condition. A third person letter presenting "his compliments to Mrs. Marshall and regrets that a party at his own house on Friday the 17th will deprive him of the honour of waiting upon her." Sir Francis Legatt Chantrey was an English sculptor of the Georgian era. Established the Chantrey Bequest or Chantrey Fund for the purchase of works of art for the nation, which was available from 1878 after the death of his widow.; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012309

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Keywords: Artist Sculptors Nobility

CHARLES SHAW-LEFEVRE, 1ST VISCOUNT EVERSLEY TO ADMIRAL EDMUND LYONS, 1ST BARON LYONS

1800s Manuscript Letter from Charles Shaw-Lefevre, 1st Viscount Eversley to Admiral Edmund Lyons, 1st Baron Lyons

England. Non-Book. On offer is an Autographed Signed Letter (ASL) of Charles Shaw-Lefevre, 1st Viscount Eversley (1794-1888). Dated March 19 [no year], the Viscount writes to Admiral Edmund Lyons, 1st Baron Lyons (1790-1858) in order to admit Lyons to the House of Commons that evening. Baron Lyons was a British naval commander and diplomat who led a distinguished career in the Royal Navy culminating with the Crimean War and his appointment as Commander of the Black Sea Fleet. Charles Shaw-Lefevre, 1st Viscount Eversley was a British Whig politician served as Speaker of the House of Commons from 1839 to 1857. He is the second longest serving Speaker of the House of Common. Letter measures 5-5/8 x 4-1/2 inches. Autograph letter signed. One page. Black spot at bottom right near signature, otherwise, very good condition. ; Manuscripts; 24mo 5" - 6" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012319

Catalogue: 19th Century Manuscript

Keywords: Nobility

CHARLES HAMILTON-GORDON, 1ST BARON STANMORE

1893 Detailed Manuscript Letter of British Liberal Arthur Charles Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Baron Stanmore

England, 1893. Non-Book. On offer is a handwritten and signed letter from Arthur Charles Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Baron Stanmore (1829-1912) marked Private Confidential. Dated 7 Sloane Gardens, 30 June [18]93, this letter was written to someone who will write a biography of Hamilton-Gordon. In it he is giving suggestions and guidelines. The Baron Stanmore notes his "29 years of Colonial government and close personal friendship with Mr. Gladstone." He then notes his desire that his peerage be "for public service in the Colonies" and not because of friendship. The person to whom the letter was being sent is not given, however it is considered to have been sent to The Times (of London) as in the letter Gordon is asking that the forthcoming announcement of his peerage be framed in a particular way. And indeed, the announcement of his peerage in The Times was very nearly identical to the request that Gordon is making in his letter, which reads as follows: “ . Sir Arthur Gordon has enjoyed a long and close personal friendship with Mr. Gladstone, but he has taken no active part in politics since returning from Ceylon. He is a Liberal, but his Liberalism is understood to be of that type which prevailed in the House of Commons when he was himself a member of it some 35 years ago, and not that of the Newcastle programme. ” -- “Court Circular, ” The Times, 3 July 1893, p. 10. BIO NOTES: Arthur Charles Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Baron Stanmore (1829-1912) British Liberal Party politician and colonial administrator. Lieutenant-Governor of New Brunswick. The youngest son of George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen, he was educated privately and then at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he was President of the Cambridge Union Society in 1849. After graduating in 1851, he worked as Assistant Private Secretary to the British Prime Minister (his father) between 1852 and 1855, and was a Member of Parliament (MP) for Beverley from 1854 to 1857, before holding a number of colonial governorships: Lieutenant-Governor of New Brunswick, 1861-1866, securing New Brunswick's assent to Canadian Confederation; Governor of Trinidad, 1866-1870; 11th Governor of Mauritius, 21 Feb 1871 - 18 August 1874; Governor of Fiji from 1875 to 1880; Governor of New Zealand, 29 November 1880 - 24 June 1882; Governor of Ceylon, 1883-1890. The letter measures 4-1/2 x 7 inches flat, three page autographed letter marked Private Confidential. Overall G. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 3 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012351

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Keywords: Nobility

ROBERT CHRISTIE

1898 Rare Letters About the Fate of a Hamilton Ontario Asylum Patient

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, 1898. Non-Book. Fascinating pair of vintage Canadian letters written by Robert Christie, Inspector of Asylums and Prisons for the province of Ontario, regarding the case (and fate) of David C. Browning, a patient in the Hamilton Asylum. The letters are addressed to Messrs Wright & Brown, Solicitors, of Carlisle, England. The first letter is dated May 30, 1898. It is a typed carbon copy of a letter that had been sent and presumed lost (and thus, sent again). It details financial arrangements for the maintenance of Browning. “I received your letter of the 14th January last with enclosures, also yours of May 10th last. Upon receipt of the former I transferred the case to the Toronto General Trust Co as my Agents” (May 30, 1898). The second letter, dated September 23, 1898, is a follow-up to the first. It confirms the contents of the first letter, suggesting the original had gone astray. In it, Christie hints at his responsibilities: “I may say that in consequence of the volume of business under my charge as statutory committee of the persons and estates of all lunatics” (September 23, 1898). Ontario businessman and political figure Robert Christie was born in 1826 and passed away in 1914. As a businessman, he was active in the financial and insurance industries. He served as vice-president of the Canadian Mutual Fire Insurance Company and was a director of the Canada West Farmers’ Mutual and Stock Insurance Company. He entered politics and served in the first Ontario Legislature when Canada was established as an independent country. At his death, he was the last surviving member of that first legislature. He was named Inspector of Asylums and Prisons when he left politics. Christie’s letters hint at the manner in which individuals with mental health concerns were treated over a century ago, and give insight into Christie’s role as Inspector. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010061

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Keywords: Insane Institutions Canadiana 19th

W. L. WHITING & CO.

1830 Canadian Cargo Contract between an Early Fur Trade Voyageur and W.L. Whiting & Co.

Canada, 1830. Non-Book. On offer is a sensational Canadian cargo contract document for an early fur trade voyageur showing an important and lively commercial river link between Upper and Lower Canada. Dated 1830, this is a printed document with hand-written details. The document is a contract written by W. L. Whiting & Co, forwarding agent located in Prescott, and docketed on the verso of the second page. The contract is for the shipment B&Q (best and quickest) of 80 barrels of flour proof (moisture proof) from Prescott, Upper Canada to Montreal by «Two Batteaux » (planked batteaux boats) , along the St. Lawrence River. Freight charges with insurance amounting to £10.7.6 to be paid to James McCutcheon. The contract was for the Montreal firm of Baldwin & Quesnel, addressed to one partner, Julius Quesnell (Jules Maurice Quesnel) (1786-1842) , an early fur trade voyageur, Montreal. With a partner in Montreal, John Spread Baldwin, from 1820 to 1832, Quesnell became involved in the buying and selling of goods, including the export of timber and flour and owned shares in steamships operating in the region. BIO NOTES: Jules Quesnel (1786-1842) was a fur trader, militia officer, businessman, office holder, JP and politician. He formed that company with John Spread Baldwin. I In the late summer of 1807 he was sent to New Caledonia (B. C. ) with supplies and instructions for Simon Fraser to follow the Columbia River to its mouth. He accompanied Fraser on his perilous voyage in 1808 down what turned out to be the Fraser River, not the Columbia, and back. The first major tributary they reached was named the Quesnel; later the lake it drains and the town which developed at the confluence of the Fraser and Quesnel rivers, Quesnel Lake and Quesnel, BC would be named for him as well. By 1813 he was resident in Kingston, Upper Canada, and engaged in trade there, and by 1814 he had settled in York (Toronto) from 1815 until 1818 where he was warned by his brother about the dangers of speculating in rum on his own account. In 1818, now in Montreal, Quesnel purchased wholesale from the city’s importers a wide array of foodstuffs, drinks, and merchandise; as well he sold Upper Canadian produce, particularly flour and potash, on behalf of a store in York operated by Baldwin and another in Niagara (Niagara-on-the-Lake)." Quesnel and Baldwin was formed on 1820 and ended in 1832. In Montreal, Quesnel purchased wholesale from the city’s importers a wide array of foodstuffs, drinks, and merchandise; as well he sold Upper Canadian produce, particularly flour and potash, on behalf of a store in York operated by Baldwin and another in Niagara (Niagara-on-the Lake). Quesnel was named a justice of the peace, also served as warden of Trinity House at Montreal from 1830 to 1839 and was a member of the commission for the Montreal harbour. In 1838, he was named to the special council that governed Lower Canada after the Lower Canada Rebellion and, in 1841, he was named to the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada. The document is three pages. Small paper hole, 3/8 x 1/2 inches due to the removal of the wax seal not affecting any text, otherwise, very good, folded. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 4 pages; Signed by Author. Fair with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012354

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WILLIAM HENRY FORD COGAN

1854 Manuscript Letter of Irish Whig William Henry Ford Cogan About Committee Duties

Ireland IR, 1854. Non-Book. On offer is an Autographed Signed Letter (ASL) of William Henry Ford Cogan (1823-1894). Dated 93 Stepheny Green, London, 17 Jan[uray] 1854 with a small blind embossed Crogan coat of arms [constans fidei (constant to honour) ] letterhead. Accepting an invitation to sit on the Wine Duties Reduction Committee. 6 x 7-1/2 inches flat folded to 6 x 3-3/4 inches. Autograph letter signed. One page. Old glue, tape reside and 1-1/4 x 1/2 inches paper missing from back panel but tear not affecting and hand writing on back, otherwise very good condition. William Henry Ford Cogan was an Irish Whig (and later Liberal) politician. He was a fellow commoner of Trinity College, Dublin, where he graduated A. M, obtained honours in science, and gained the large gold medal at the degree examination ; was first senior moderator in meta- physics and ethics 1843; called to the bar in Ireland 1845, but has relinquished practice ; a D. L. Of co. Kildare, and a magistrate for Wick- low, Kildare, and Carlow. Cogan was Member of Parliament (MP) for Kildare from 1852 to 1880, representing the county in the United Kingdom House of Commons.; Manuscripts; 16mo 6" - 7" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012325

Catalogue: 19th Century Manuscript

Keywords: Whigs Politicians