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- Swan (1831)94x19x7 Owned by H. Dickinson 1834; to Pacaud & Mullins 1836; Murray & Sanderson, Montreal 1841. Built by T. Mears, Hawkesbury Ont. and launched 11/06/31. Engine by Ward Bros., Montreal, from "St. Lawrence". Built for Lachine-Cascades; run down Lachine Rapids 29/05/36 and used below Montreal. Rebuilt 1837, details unknown: "Improved …94x19x7 Owned by H. Dickinson 1834; to Pacaud & Mullins 1836; Murray & Sanderson, Montreal 1841. Built by T. Mears, Hawkesbury Ont. and launched 11/06/31. Engine by Ward Bros., Montreal, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Minissitunk (1831)Dimensions unknown. Owned by Canada Company. Built of hand-sawn lumber to carry settlers to Company's lands around Goderich. It is often stated that this vessel was never placed in service, but this is incorrect: advertisements running summer 1831 in several papers (including Kingston "Chronicle") state "a vessel belonging to the …Dimensions unknown. Owned by Canada Company. Built of hand-sawn lumber to carry settlers to Company's lands around Goderich. It is often stated that this vessel was never placed in service, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- John By (1831)110x26x10 Owned by D. J. Smith, Kingston; to R. Drummond 1833. Built by R. Drummond, Kingston and launched 23/11/31. First engine by Bennett & Henderson, Montreal; removed 1832 and put in "St. George", replaced with new engine by Sheldon & Dutcher, York (Toronto), to "Oakville" later. Built for Rideau Canal …110x26x10 Owned by D. J. Smith, Kingston; to R. Drummond 1833. Built by R. Drummond, Kingston and launched 23/11/31. First engine by Bennett & Henderson, Montreal; removed 1832 and put …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), March 12, 1831p.3 Notice - The Stockholders in the Steam Boat William the Fourth are requested to pay 10 per cent on each share, on or before the 1st day of May, 1831. A. McDonnell, Agent & Treas. Prescott, 4th March, 1831. ...p.3 Notice - The Stockholders in the Steam Boat William the Fourth are requested to pay 10 per cent on each share, on or before the 1st day of May, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), March 19, 1831p.1 Provincial Parliament - voting on question of granting £3,500 to improve Kettle Creek harbor. - final vote on the Welland Canal Bill.p.1 Provincial Parliament - voting on question of granting £3,500 to improve Kettle Creek harbor. - final vote on the Welland Canal Bill.Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), March 26, 1831p.2 Commerce on the Lakes - an Act of the U.S. Congress, regulating the foreign and coasting trade of the lakes. p.3 Welland Canal - proposals called for enlarging and other work - two routes to choose from. 15 March, 1831. Wm. Hamilton ...p.2 Commerce on the Lakes - an Act of the U.S. Congress, regulating the foreign and coasting trade of the lakes. p.3 Welland Canal - proposals called for enlarging and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), April 2, 1831p.2 The Ice still lingers in the Bay and River in front of the Town - part of the channel is now however open, and there is every prospect, that in a few days, this obstacle, to the free navigation of our waters, will be entirely removed. That beautiful Steamer …p.2 The Ice still lingers in the Bay and River in front of the Town - part of the channel is now however open, and there is every prospect, that …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), April 9, 1831p.2 Rideau and Grenville Canals discussed in House of Commons in England. Rideau Canal - little is known about it in England. The Steam Boat Niagara, Capt. Mosier, arrived in this harbour Wednesday evening, from York, being her first trip this season. The Niagara ...p.2 Rideau and Grenville Canals discussed in House of Commons in England. Rideau Canal - little is known about it in England. The Steam Boat Niagara, Capt. Mosier, arrived in …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), April 16, 1831p.2 The navigation of the Lake and River is now open, and from the merry note of preparation at our wharves, we may expect a busy, and, for the sake of our commercial friends, we sincerely hope a lucrative season. In consequence of the free intercourse with the ...p.2 The navigation of the Lake and River is now open, and from the merry note of preparation at our wharves, we may expect a busy, and, for the sake …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), April 23, 1831p.3 Tenders called for conveyance of Naval Stores, Baggage, etc., from Kingston to Montreal and vice versa. 13th April, 1831. To Be Let - For a period of Three or Seven years, from 1st June next, (subject to be resumed by Government if required) the Government Store and ...p.3 Tenders called for conveyance of Naval Stores, Baggage, etc., from Kingston to Montreal and vice versa. 13th April, 1831. To Be Let - For a period of Three or …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), April 30, 1831p.2 Michael Spratt, Esq. Master Intendant of our Navy Yard, and Stephen Yarwood Esq. Secretary to Commodore Barrie, to leave Kingston. Canada Canals - discussed in House of Commons; 131 documents about Rideau and Grenville Canal, with maps, diagrams, costs, etc. [Montreal ...p.2 Michael Spratt, Esq. Master Intendant of our Navy Yard, and Stephen Yarwood Esq. Secretary to Commodore Barrie, to leave Kingston. Canada Canals - discussed in House of Commons; 131 …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), May 7, 1831p.2 The Schooner Prescott - This fine Schooner which was wrecked three weeks ago in York Bay, and has since been lying on the Bar, with her hull several feet under water - was yesterday raised, and towed up to the wharf by the Niagara Steamer. A number of hands …p.2 The Schooner Prescott - This fine Schooner which was wrecked three weeks ago in York Bay, and has since been lying on the Bar, with her hull several feet …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), May 14, 1831p.2 The Great Britain Steam Vessel - On Monday last the curiosity and admiration of the inhabitants of Kingston were, to a considerable degrees (sic), excited, by the appearance at the King's wharf, of this gigantic specimen of the powers of steam; and not withstanding an ...p.2 The Great Britain Steam Vessel - On Monday last the curiosity and admiration of the inhabitants of Kingston were, to a considerable degrees (sic), excited, by the appearance at …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), May 21, 1831p.2 The Steamer Great Britain will leave Kingston for York and Niagara tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon. A new Steam-Boat called the Charles Carroll is plying between Sacketts Harbour and Kingston alternate days. She appears a compact boat, affording the Canadian public a safe ...p.2 The Steamer Great Britain will leave Kingston for York and Niagara tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon. A new Steam-Boat called the Charles Carroll is plying between Sacketts Harbour and Kingston alternate …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), June 4, 1831p.3 Commodore Barrie, C.B., sailed last evening in H.M. schooner Cockburn, upon a cruise through the Upper Lakes. We are happy to be able to contradict, upon the authority of the York Courier, the mischievous statement regarding the loss of the steamboat between ...p.3 Commodore Barrie, C.B., sailed last evening in H.M. schooner Cockburn, upon a cruise through the Upper Lakes. We are happy to be able to contradict, upon the authority of …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), June 11, 1831p.2 Steam Boat Great Britain - This new and splendid boat entered our harbour on Saturday morning last, and most of our citizens had an opportunity of witnessing her spacious accommodations. She has been said to be the largest steam-boat in America; and we feel ourselves ...p.2 Steam Boat Great Britain - This new and splendid boat entered our harbour on Saturday morning last, and most of our citizens had an opportunity of witnessing her spacious …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), June 18, 1831p.3 The Great Britain - This fine Vessel arrived in our harbour from York and Niagara yesterday forenoon, having on board the Amherstburgh detachment of the 71st Light Infantry under Capt. Long, on their route to Quebec. There were also on board about 50 Cabin passengers, chiefly ...p.3 The Great Britain - This fine Vessel arrived in our harbour from York and Niagara yesterday forenoon, having on board the Amherstburgh detachment of the 71st Light Infantry under …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), July 2, 1831p.2 We are informed by one of the Building Committee, that the Steam-boat William the Fourth, building at Gananoque, under the superintendence of Mr. Jesse Wood of New York, is progressing rapidly. A schooner of about 80 tons burden, called The John Watkins, and owned by ...p.2 We are informed by one of the Building Committee, that the Steam-boat William the Fourth, building at Gananoque, under the superintendence of Mr. Jesse Wood of New York, is …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), July 9, 1831p.3 Another Steamboat - We understand that a number of the enterprising inhabitants of this village, have it in contemplation to build a Steam-Boat, to ply between this place and Prescott - to perform three trips in a week. A number of Merchants and capitalists have offered to ...p.3 Another Steamboat - We understand that a number of the enterprising inhabitants of this village, have it in contemplation to build a Steam-Boat, to ply between this place and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Kingston Chronicle (Kingston, ON), July 16, 1831p.2 It gives us much pleasure to insert the following extract of a Letter from an American traveller dated Oswego July 3rd: "The new arrangement of the line of the Great Britain's trips begins to be felt as a great addition to the conveniences and advantages of the ...p.2 It gives us much pleasure to insert the following extract of a Letter from an American traveller dated Oswego July 3rd: "The new arrangement of the line of the …Maritime History of the Great Lakes