January 31, 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 Act Strictly comply'd with."

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19 February 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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4 March 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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26 March 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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2 April 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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."

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9 April 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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15 April 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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20 May 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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16 June 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 of Michaelmass, a position which he does not want.

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4 July 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

He has been made Sheriff of Michaelmass.

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28 July 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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9 August 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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15 August 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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8 September 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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3 October 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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12 October 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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29 October 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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5 November 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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26 November 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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28 December 1785

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Discusses a case of theft and the weather.

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21 December 1786

Watson, Brook, 1735-1807

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

Encloses a letter from Mr. Sharp and hopes that Mauger will be cleared. [See letters # 239 & 240.]

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16 October 1763

Butler, John, 1749-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 burned. Mentions casualties. "General Carleton is now before Tyconderoga, which I conceive will soon be abandoned by the provincials." Mentions the victory of General Howe on Long Island, received via Lt. Gov. Franklin. [The evacuation of Long Island, 8/29-8/30/1776]

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3 December 1766

Butler, John, 1749-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 the nature of Paper Currencys. . . . ." He discusses plans to avoid depreciation of the money. Continued 12/26: This section explains that the previous section was a duplicate of another letter he sent. Discusses Mauger's debts and properties in Halifax

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April 30, 1776

Butler, John, 1749-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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.

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11 May 1776

Butler, John, 1749-1791

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Joshua Mauger

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

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