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- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Tuesday, January 3, 1838
Since our first number was issued we have been in a state of excitement never before equaled in consequence of the threatening attitude assumed by the rebel blood-hounds and their associates, the loafers of Detroit. Ever since the dispersion of McKenzie and his brave, ... Since our first number was issued we have been in a state of excitement never before equaled in consequence of the threatening attitude assumed by the rebel blood-hounds and their …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Tuesday, January 3, 1838 Since our first number was issued we have been in a state of excitement never before equaled in consequence of the threatening attitude assumed by the rebel blood-hounds and their associates, the loafers of Detroit. Ever since the dispersion of McKenzie and his brave, ... Since our first number was issued we have been in a state of excitement never before equaled in consequence of the threatening attitude assumed by the rebel blood-hounds and their …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Tuesday, October 9, 1838 The Steam Boat CYNTHIA Burnt. -- On Saturday last the Steam Boat CYNTHIA, commanded by Capt. J. H. Hodson, when two miles this side of Amherstburgh, on her way to sandwich, was discovered to be on fire. So rapidly did the flames spread over the upper works, that it was … The Steam Boat CYNTHIA Burnt. -- On Saturday last the Steam Boat CYNTHIA, commanded by Capt. J. H. Hodson, when two miles this side of Amherstburgh, on her way to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Tuesday, October 30, 1838 Yesterday morning the schr. BROCK brought up from Amherstburgh, and landed at our wharf, the long nine-pounder, which was taken with the schooner ' ANN of Detroit,' two smaller guns, 200 stand of musket and accoutrements, and 20,000 rounds of ball cartridge. The ... Yesterday morning the schr. BROCK brought up from Amherstburgh, and landed at our wharf, the long nine-pounder, which was taken with the schooner ' ANN of Detroit,' two smaller guns, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, June 6, 1839 A few days since, one of the Yankee Brigands captured at Windsor, and so humanely set at large by His Excellency Sir George Arthur, with several of his companions in arms, a short time since paid a visit to a gentleman in the neighborhood, and demanded a watch which he … A few days since, one of the Yankee Brigands captured at Windsor, and so humanely set at large by His Excellency Sir George Arthur, with several of his companions in …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, August 21, 1839 The Steam-boat THREE BROTHERS. -- The enterprising and public-spirited Messrs. Eberts of the flourishing town of Chatham, have lately added to our few water craft a splendid new steamer bearing the above appropriate name. She was launched at Chatham last Spring, and ... The Steam-boat THREE BROTHERS. -- The enterprising and public-spirited Messrs. Eberts of the flourishing town of Chatham, have lately added to our few water craft a splendid new steamer bearing …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, August 28, 1839 We learn from the Oswego Herald that the schooner GURNSEY, of Rochester, the vessel that carried the gang of pirates to Cobourg, returned to Oswego from a Canadian port lumber laden; the Captain and crew were drunk, and had more money than persons in their circumstances ... We learn from the Oswego Herald that the schooner GURNSEY, of Rochester, the vessel that carried the gang of pirates to Cobourg, returned to Oswego from a Canadian port lumber …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Saturday, February 29, 1840 (From the Toronto Patriot.) INDEMNIFICATION FOR LOSSES. The House on the motion of Col. Prince, went into a committee of the whole for granting a sum sufficient to indemnify persons from losses, and to pay all demands arising out of the late rebellion and invasion of this ... (From the Toronto Patriot.) INDEMNIFICATION FOR LOSSES. The House on the motion of Col. Prince, went into a committee of the whole for granting a sum sufficient to indemnify persons …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, May 12, 1841 Although but ten days have elapsed since the ice left our harbour, yet during that time a fleet of from 40 to 50 first class Lake Schooners have arrived in port all deeply laden principally with flour. A number of Barges have been already despatched by our forwarders, with flour, … Although but ten days have elapsed since the ice left our harbour, yet during that time a fleet of from 40 to 50 first class Lake Schooners have arrived in …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, May 26, 1841 We learn from the British Whig of the 14th inst. the schooner AMHERSTBURG, owned by Messrs. J. & J. Dougall; and the Brigantine JOHN DOUGALL, owned by the same respectable and enterprising firm, had arrived at Kingston, the former laden with 5,078 bushels of ... We learn from the British Whig of the 14th inst. the schooner AMHERSTBURG, owned by Messrs. J. & J. Dougall; and the Brigantine JOHN DOUGALL, owned by the same respectable …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, June 2, 1841 LAUNCH. -- A Steam Boat of a beautiful model called the VULCAN, was launched on Wednesday, from Mr. Parkin's Ship Yard; she is owned by Sanderson and Murray, and is intended for the Rideau Canal. She went off in fine style, and was towed in by the SWAN, which boat … LAUNCH. -- A Steam Boat of a beautiful model called the VULCAN, was launched on Wednesday, from Mr. Parkin's Ship Yard; she is owned by Sanderson and Murray, and is …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, June 24, 1841 The Quickest Trip Yet. -- The fine schooner "CHAPMAN," commanded by Capt. J. Lang, left Kingston on Friday the 11th inst. At 8 o'clock P. M., and arrived at Amherstburg on the morning of the 15th at 10 o'clock P. M. -- time, four days and two hours! A new … The Quickest Trip Yet. -- The fine schooner "CHAPMAN," commanded by Capt. J. Lang, left Kingston on Friday the 11th inst. At 8 o'clock P. M., and arrived at Amherstburg …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, June 30, 1841 To The Editor of the Western Herald. --- Chatham, June 19th 1841. Sir: -- This being the day appointed, for the launching of the new steamer, built during the present summer, at the Ship Yard of D. McGregor, Esq., by our enterprising fellow townsman, Mr. H. S. Larned, a large … To The Editor of the Western Herald. --- Chatham, June 19th 1841. Sir: -- This being the day appointed, for the launching of the new steamer, built during the present …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, 30 June 1841 CHATHAM. On or about the 7th of June, we took a trip to Chatham, in the Steamer BROTHERS . Nothing however occurred on the way there worthy of note, save that we partook of a most excellent dinner, which, we understand, can always be met with on board of this … CHATHAM. On or about the 7th of June, we took a trip to Chatham, in the Steamer BROTHERS . Nothing however occurred on the way there worthy of note, save …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, July 7, 1841 LAUNCH. -- About 3 o'clock this afternoon, a numerous assemblage of the inhabitants of this town and the surrounding neighborhood, took place to witness the launch of Mr. P. McGlashan's schooner. Precisely at 3 o'clock the signal was given, she began to move, the gun was fired, and she glided … LAUNCH. -- About 3 o'clock this afternoon, a numerous assemblage of the inhabitants of this town and the surrounding neighborhood, took place to witness the launch of Mr. P. McGlashan's …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, July 7, 1841 LAUNCH. -- About 3 o'clock this afternoon, a numerous assemblage of the inhabitants of this town and the surrounding neighborhood, took place to witness the launch of Mr. P. McGlashan's schooner. Precisely at 3 o'clock the signal was given, she began to move, the gun was fired, and she glided … LAUNCH. -- About 3 o'clock this afternoon, a numerous assemblage of the inhabitants of this town and the surrounding neighborhood, took place to witness the launch of Mr. P. McGlashan's …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Friday, July 16, 1841 (from a correspondent) PORT OF AMHERSTBURG. -- Arrived on Thursday morning the 8th instant, Her Majesty's Steamer "MINOS," Commander Duffill, with 120 officers and men from the 89th Regt., and on Sunday morning, Her Majesty's Steamer "TORONTO" arrived, bearing ... (from a correspondent) PORT OF AMHERSTBURG. -- Arrived on Thursday morning the 8th instant, Her Majesty's Steamer "MINOS," Commander Duffill, with 120 officers and men from the 89th Regt., and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, August 18, 1841 (From the Buffalo Commercial Advertiser) APPALING CALAMITY --- ERIE BURNT. Loss of one hundred and seventy lives. The Steamboat ERIE is destroyed. The ERIE left Buffalo at 4 P. M. on Monday the 9th inst. For Chicago. She had 200 persons, ... (From the Buffalo Commercial Advertiser) APPALING CALAMITY --- ERIE BURNT. Loss of one hundred and seventy lives. The Steamboat ERIE is destroyed. The ERIE left Buffalo at 4 P. M. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, October 14, 1841 The schooner YARMOUTH, of Port Stanley, with a cargo of 1300 bushels of wheat, was wrecked near Port Colborne on the 26th September -- cargo all lost, crew saved. - Niagara Chronicle. _____ A few days ago the splendid steamer HIGHLANDER ... The schooner YARMOUTH, of Port Stanley, with a cargo of 1300 bushels of wheat, was wrecked near Port Colborne on the 26th September -- cargo all lost, crew saved. - …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, October 28, 1841 STEAMBOAT COLLISION. -- We regret to hear that during the night of Wednesday those fine steamers, the SYDENHAM and LADY COLBORNE, whilst proceeding on their passage between Montreal and Quebec, came in contact near Port St. Francis with such violence that the master ... STEAMBOAT COLLISION. -- We regret to hear that during the night of Wednesday those fine steamers, the SYDENHAM and LADY COLBORNE, whilst proceeding on their passage between Montreal and Quebec, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
