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to Joshua Mauger

Rumors that Halifax [Fleet?] has "gone to Boston perhaps with a View to subjugate Nova Scotia, I do not think they will succeed yet there is danger . .

GLC03902.025

to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a Gazette (not enclosed - EL 4/8/14) which recounts the misfortunes of their countrymen. It is supposed that 3500 French landed [on the isle of Jersey]. Naval exchange between English and Spanish ships at Gibraltar. Writes of Tarleton's...

GLC03902.026

to Joshua Mauger

Sent by express. The 3500 French troops who landed on the Island of Jersey have been killed or taken prisoner. (Docketed by Mauger in shaky hand.)

GLC03902.027

to Joshua Mauger

His ship is ready to sail.

GLC03902.028

to Joshua Mauger

Still no mail from England. He reports that the Congress has dissolved and the American people desire to reunite with England but, without word from England, his commander can do nothing to take advantage of this development. The first ships...

GLC03902.029

to Joshua Mauger

A letter dated 11/6/1782 just arrived. Nova Scotia has granted land to the refugee loyalists. He hopes that Mauger has given power of attorney to Dight [Butler's nephew] so he may sell some of Mauger's holdings in Nova Scotia.

GLC03902.031

to Joshua Mauger

[No longer in the army.] Elected to Parliament and chosen as the director of the Bank of England.

GLC03902.034

to Joshua Mauger

He hopes that Mr. Dight will be able to sell all Mauger's land. Colonel Carleton sails for New Brunswick but has no power to remove people who have settled on Mauger's land.

GLC03902.035

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger is ill. Governor Carleton is setting up the government of New Brunswick.

GLC03902.036

to Joshua Mauger

He is sorry to hear that Mauger had a terrible trip. Mr. Butler has been complaining about his nephew Dight.

GLC03902.037

to Joshua Mauger

Quotes a letter from Mr. Dight in which he assures Mauger of the protection of his lands in Canada.

GLC03902.038

to Joshua Mauger

Sir Charles Douglas has asked to be relieved. Watson will inform Mauger of his replacement as soon as he knows. He hopes Mauger's nervous disorder will soon be abated.

GLC03902.039

to Joshua Mauger

He has been appointed Provincial agent, but will reject the job if its former occupant, Mr. Cumberland, or Mauger object. The government issued a proclamation forbidding trade "with Strangers, meaning Americans, as We meant to have the Navigation...

GLC03902.040

to Joshua Mauger

Inquires about Mauger's illness. He is on the Cricklade Committee.

GLC03902.041

to Joshua Mauger

He is still confined on the Cricklade Committee. The weather is exceedingly cold.

GLC03902.042

to Joshua Mauger

Butler has returned but Watson cannot visit him due to his "confinement on the Cricklade Election Committee." He hopes Mauger stays well.

GLC03902.043

to Joshua Mauger

He is glad Mauger decided to stay in the country until the spring. The Cricklade Committee is finished. It "seated two Petitioners and reported the Returning Officers to the House for punishment."

GLC03902.044

to Joshua Mauger

A recent death may require Mauger to come to town, but Watson hopes he will wait until the weather improves

GLC03902.045

to Joshua Mauger

Informs Mauger about the results of a Trinity House election. The Irish proposition in Parliament has met with much opposition.

GLC03902.046

to Joshua Mauger

He is glad to hear Mauger had a safe trip to Warborne. The House debated the Irish Proposition until 6 am.

GLC03902.047

to Joshua Mauger

He apologizes for not writing sooner, but he has been busy trying to pass bills in the House of Commons. The new settlements in Canada are doing well. The Irish resolutions now have to pass the House of Lords. Watson may have to serve as Sheriff...

GLC03902.048

to Joshua Mauger

He has been made Sheriff of Michaelmass.

GLC03902.049

to Joshua Mauger

He is uncertain when parliament will adjourn. He hopes to see Mauger at Warborne.

GLC03902.050

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger is ill again. Watson wishes to visit Mauger but is uncertain when he will be able to.

GLC03902.051

to Joshua Mauger

He would like to meet Mauger in Warborne rather than have Mauger risk a trip into London. [Mauger is still not well.] He is preparing to take over his duties as Sheriff.

GLC03902.052

to Joshua Mauger

Mr. Tyler wishes to make an offer on Mauger's property at Halifax.

GLC03902.053

to Joshua Mauger

He will visit the Canadian colonies in the spring. He hopes Mauger's condition improves.

GLC03902.054

to Joshua Mauger

Comments on Mauger's illness. Encloses a letter from Leslie Groce [Not in collection.]

GLC03902.055

to Joshua Mauger

Mauger will come to London for the election of a Trinity Brother.

GLC03902.056

to Joshua Mauger

He will visit General D'Auvergne tomorrow. He comments on the pageantry of the coming week and the executions to follow.

GLC03902.057

to Joshua Mauger

He has not heard from Mauger and is worried. Families of property from Nantucket are settling at Dartmouth. Watson foretold the minister that this would happen as a result of the Alien Laws of the United States.

GLC03902.058

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses a case of theft and the weather.

GLC03902.059

to Joshua Mauger

A first-person account of the escalating conflict over the Stamp Act from a pro-British perspective. Hinshelwood thanks Mauger for helping him get an appointment for the "disposal of the stamps" in Nova Scotia. Discusses his position as secretary in...

GLC03902.061

to Joshua Mauger

Describes a naval engagement between "Rebel Fleet" and the King's Fleet on 10/13 on Lake Champlain. The American fleet tried to escape but on 10/15 was destroyed except for three ships which escaped to Ticonderoga. Crown Point now abandoned and...

GLC03902.062

to Joshua Mauger

Marked "Duplicate" at the top. He writes about accounts which he is handling. The province is applying for a paper currency. He advises Mauger to consult with Benjamin Franklin, who is visiting London and is "very sensible and well acquainted with...

GLC03902.063

to Joshua Mauger

News concerning Mauger's friends and neighbors in Halifax. A rumor that Quebec was captured by the American army on 3/20. He fears the province may fall to the rebel army.

GLC03902.066

to Joshua Mauger

[Fragment: 2nd sheet] Continued May 5. Writes regarding the army and plans for the governor to jail someone.

GLC03902.067

to Joshua Mauger

He sends a receipt for payment of £ 15 from Philip D'Auvergne to Joshua Mauger.

GLC03902.068

to Joshua Mauger

Responding to news of Michael Francklin's death. [Third digit of the year is difficult to make out, but Francklin died on 11/8/1782, so that seems likely to be an 8.]

GLC03902.069

to Joshua Mauger

John Butler endorsement on a debt owed to Joshua Mauger. The location is written simply as Yeovil; it is not clear which country it originated from.

GLC03902.070

to Joshua Mauger

He asks Mauger if his presence is needed in town, however, he would rather lament his loss in private. [Could refer to the death of his wife (and Mauger's daughter) Sarah. Letter # 206 of William Dean dated 10/24/1772 mentions settling the will of...

GLC03902.071

to Joshua Mauger

He thanks Mauger for news about his nephew. He indicates he will check on deliveries, offers a gift of poultry and hopes that Mrs. Mauger can be persuaded to support his endeavor.

GLC03902.072

to Joshua Mauger

He is feeling better and will search for "the late Mr. Durell's book of Orders" when he returns to town.

GLC03902.073

to Joshua Mauger

He is sending a package to Picadilly for Nancy. The price of firewood has compelled him to switch to coal, but he must first find the grates to burn it on.

GLC03902.074

to Joshua Mauger

Discusses adapting fireplaces to burn coal.

GLC03902.076

to Joshua Mauger

He may have "a touch of the gout." Miss Durell has a disagreeable nature and if she persists in her behavior after "serious advice," she must leave Mauger's house.

GLC03902.077

to Joshua Mauger

Comments about the weather and gives news of friends.

GLC03902.078

to Joshua Mauger

Mrs. Mauger wants Miss Durell out of the house.

GLC03902.079

to Joshua Mauger

His troops are preparing to move out. He expects the Declaration of War to continue.

GLC03902.080

to Joshua Mauger

Written regarding a dinner invitation and plans.

GLC03902.081