Montreal Quebec Canada Genealogy

Captivity and Redemption of Mrs. Jemima Howe – Indian Captivities

A particular account of the captivity and redemption of Mrs. Jemima Howe, who was taken prisoner by the Indians at Hinsdale, New Hampshire, on the twenty-seventh of July, 1765, as communicated to Dr. Belknap by the Rev. Bunker Gay. As Messrs. Caleb Howe, Hilkiah Grout, and Benjamin Gaffield, who had been hoeing corn in the meadow, west of the river, were returning home, a little before sunset, to a place called Bridgman’s fort, they were fired upon by twelve Indians, who had ambushed their path. Howe was on horseback, with two young lads, his children, behind him. A ball, which … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Cabinetmakers to Cullers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Cabinetmakers And Upholsterers Alien, William, 32 McGill st. Armstrong, George, Haymarket square. BAIRD, EDMOND, 3 Place d’Armes English and French upholstery goods always onhand, consisting of satin and other damasks, brocatelles, fringes, gimps, cords, &.c., of the latest fashions, woods and veneers of all kinds. BEERS, J. C., 189 Notre Dame st. a choice stock of furniture of the latest style always on hand, at moderate prices. Burrell, James, Sydenhain st. Gaw, Z. C., 16 St. Joseph st. DRAKE, F. L., upholsterer, 1741/2 … Read more

Biography of John B. Crawford

John B. Crawford is one of the pioneers of California, dating his first arrival on the Pacific coast early in 1849. His first visit to Southern California was also in that year. Mr. Crawford was born in York Township, County of Peal, Canada, in 1826. His parents, James and Eliza (Beatty) Crawford, were natives of Ireland, who immigrated to Canada in 1810. His mother was a daughter of Rev. John Beatty, a well-known pioneer of the Methodist Church. She is now eighty-five years of age and a resident of Riverside. His father was a prominent businessman of York, owning and … Read more

Life and travels of Colonel James Smith – Indian Captivities

James Smith, pioneer, was born in Franklin county, Pennsylvania, in 1737. When he was eighteen years of age he was captured by the Indians, was adopted into one of their tribes, and lived with them as one of themselves until his escape in 1759. He became a lieutenant under General Bouquet during the expedition against the Ohio Indians in 1764, and was captain of a company of rangers in Lord Dunmore’s War. In 1775 he was promoted to major of militia. He served in the Pennsylvania convention in 1776, and in the assembly in 1776-77. In the latter year he was commissioned colonel in command on the frontiers, and performed distinguished services. Smith moved to Kentucky in 1788. He was a member of the Danville convention, and represented Bourbon county for many years in the legislature. He died in Washington county, Kentucky, in 1812. The following narrative of his experience as member of an Indian tribe is from his own book entitled “Remarkable Adventures in the Life and Travels of Colonel James Smith,” printed at Lexington, Kentucky, in 1799. It affords a striking contrast to the terrible experiences of the other captives whose stories are republished in this book; for he was well treated, and stayed so long with his red captors that he acquired expert knowledge of their arts and customs, and deep insight into their character.

Narrative of Robert Eastburn – Indian Captivities

A Faithful Narrative of the Many Dangers and Sufferings, as well as wonderful and surprising deliverances, of Robert Eastburn, during his late captivity among the Indians. Written by Himself. Published at the earnest request of many persons, for the benefit of the Public. With a recommendatory Preface by the Rev. Gilbert Tennent. Psalms 24, 6, 7, and 193, 2, 4. Philadelphia: Printed. Boston: Reprinted and sold by Green & Russell, opposite the Probate Office in Queen street, 1753. Preface Candid Reader: The author (and subject) of the ensuing narrative (who is a deacon of our church, and has been so … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Sheriff’s officers and Bailiffs

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Sheriffs’ Officers For The District Of Montreal BATES, JOHN, corner of Craig and St. Lawrence st. LOISELLE, AMABLE, Old Courthouse. MILLER, GEORGE A., 40 Main st., St. Lawrence suburbs. STUART, ROBERT, head of Visitation st. Casey, Peter, Bonaventure st.% 9 Martin, Thomas A., Little St. James st. Desforges, Gedeon M., Main st., St. Lawrence, O’Neil, Thomas, St. Paul st., near Bonsecours market. Gauvreau, Felix, St. Therese st.% 9 Thauvette, Daniel, St. Vincent st. Garrett, James, Lagauchetiere, near St. Denis st.% 9 Tison, Joseph, … Read more

Biography of Albert E. Phelan, M. D.

Albert E. Phelan, M. D., one of the leading physicians of San Bernardino County, and a representative of the progressive school of medicine, was born in Montreal thirty-two years ago; he was graduated at the University of Bishop’s College in that city in 1886, and the following year was graduated at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Quebec, having had charge during the years 1886-’87 of the Western Hospital as house surgeon. He came to San Bernardino in September 1887, and immediately settled in practice, forming a partnership with Dr. C. G. Campbell, a prominent old physician of the … Read more

Narrative of the captivity of Alexander Henry, Esq – Indian Captivities

Narrative of the captivity of Alexander Henry, Esq., who, in the time of Pontiac’s War, fell into the hands of the Huron Indians. Detailing a faithful account of the capture of the Garrison of Michilimacki-Nac, and the massacre of about ninety people. Written by himself. When I reached Michilimackinac I found several other traders, who had arrived before me, from different parts of the country, and who, in general, declared the dispositions of the Indians to be hostile to the English, and even apprehended some attack. M. Laurent Ducharme distinctly informed Major Etherington that a plan was absolutely conceived for … Read more

Captivity of Mary Fowler, of Hopkinton – Indian Captivities

A brief description of the years of captivity of one Mary Fowler, nee Corbett, nee Woodwell, who along with her family and the Burbank family were taken prisoners in Hopkinton, NH.

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Academies to Auctioneers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Academies, Schools, &C. Abbott, Miss, 31 St. Antoine st. Anderson, J. M., 56 Craig st., Buchanan, Misses, 66 Craig st. Christian Brethren’s Schools, Vitre Colt, W. H., 33 St. Antoine st. Cote, and Chenneville sts. Cowan, Mrs., 5 Bonaventure st. David Rodger, 2nd master Davis, D., 62 Bonaventure st. Devine Rev., J. A. (A. M.) Montreal grammar school, 46 St. Louis st. DUTTON, JOSEPH T., 112 Craig street and Fortification lane. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs., 110 St. Joseph st. Godaire, Miss, 45 Bonaventure … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, General Merchants to Gun Merchants

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. General Merchants, Importers And Exporters ANDERSON, AULDJO, EVANS & Co., general merchants and importers, 12 to 18 St. Gabriel st. BUCHANAN, ISAAC & Co., general merchants and importers, 2 St. Alexis st. BRECKANRIDGE, JAMES, general merchant, 11 St. Sacrament st. CUVILLIER A., & Co., importers and general commission merchants, 11 St. Sacrament st. BURNS, J. & A., & Co., general and. commission merchants, 11 St. Sacrament st. DARLING, WILLIAM, importer and general merchant, 169 St. Paul st. DARLING, D. & C., importers and … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Ship Builder to Ventriloquist

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Ship Builder Cantin, A., west end of St. Joseph st. Ship Chandlers And Importers GARTER & COWAN, general ship chandlers, grocers and provision dealers, 206 St. Paul st. MULLINS, F. F., opposite the Quebec steamboat wharf, 67 Commissioners st. keeps on hand, anchors, chains, spikes, pitch, tar, rosin, varnish, patent tarred and manilla rope, oakum, marine canvass, duck, blocks, bunting and flags, oil cloths, copper, signal lamps, sail twine, caulking mallets and irons, paints and oils; also. Charts,Compasses, Spy Glasses, Nautical Books, &C., … Read more

Narrative of the Captivity of Nehemiah How

A Narrative of the captivity of Nehemiah How, who was taken by the Indians at the Great Meadow Fort above Fort Dummer, where he was an inhabitant, October 11th, 1745. Giving an account of what he met with in his traveling to Canada, and while he was in prison there. Together with an account of Mr. How’s death at Canada. Exceedingly valuable for the many items of exact intelligence therein recorded, relative to so many of the present inhabitants of New England, through those friends who endured the hardships of captivity in the mountain deserts and the damps of loathsome prisons. Had the author lived to have returned, and published his narrative himself, he doubtless would have made it far more valuable, but he was cut off while a prisoner, by the prison fever, in the fifty-fifth year of his age, after a captivity of one year, seven months, and fifteen days. He died May 25th, 1747, in the hospital at Quebec, after a sickness of about ten days. He was a husband and father, and greatly beloved by all who knew him.

Biography of Lucian D. Crandall

Lucian D. Crandall, senior partner of the firm of L. D. Crandall & Co., proprietors of one of the largest retail grocery houses in San Bernardino, is a native son, born in that city in 1857. As he grew to manhood he had a strong desire to visit other portions of the continent, and, wishing to combine business with travel, he joined his brother, W. N. Crandall, when about eighteen years old, in railroad contracting, and they were engaged in that business in Utah, Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico, Idaho, Montana and the Dominion of Canada and the Northwest Territory about … Read more

The Discovery Of This Continent, it’s Results To The Natives

In the year 1470, there lived in Lisbon, a town in Portugal, a man by the name of Christopher Columbus, who there married Dona Felipa, the daughter of Bartolome Monis De Palestrello, an Italian (then deceased), who had arisen to great celebrity as a navigator. Dona Felipa was the idol of her doting father, and often accompanied him in his many voyages, in which she soon equally shared with him his love of adventure, and thus became to him a treasure indeed not only as a companion but as a helper; for she drew his maps and geographical charts, and also … Read more

Narrative of the Captivity of Frances Noble – Indian Captivities

Narrative of the captivity of Frances Noble, who was, among others, taken by the Indians from Swan Island, in Maine, about the year 1755; compiled by John Kelly, Esq. of Concord, New Hampshire, from the minutes and memoranda of Phinehas Merrill. Esq. of Stratham, in the same state; and by the Former Gen. Tleman communicated for publication to the editors of the Historical Collections of New Hampshire.

Biography of Robert Bruce

ROBERT BRUCE. – Mr. Bruce was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, August 10, 1828, where he remained until 1844, receiving a common-school education, and learning the trade of gold-beating. In 1844 he went to England, remaining about a year, and moved thence to Canada, locating near Montreal. After remaining there four years, he crossed the plains to California in 1849 on the hunt for gold. The first year as spent in traveling from one mining camp to another until, in 1850, he located at Hangtown, where he engaged in placer mining for seven years. From this point he went to Yreka … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Thomas Samuel McWilliams

McWilliams, Thomas Samuel; minister; born, Kentucky, Nov. 22, 1865; son of Samuel and Martha A. Harrington McWilliams; Centr. College, Danville, Ky., A. B., 1886, A. M., 1889, D. D., 1899; Danville Theological Seminary, 1886-1888; Princeton Theological Seminary, 1888-1889; married, Chillicothe, O., Dec. 5, 1887, Susan Probasco Nipgen; one son, John P. McWilliams; pastor First Presbyterian Church, Chillicothe, 0., 1889-1892; American Presbyterian Church, Montreal, Can., 1892-1902; pastor Calvary Presbyterian Church, Cleveland, since 1902; in 1911, chairman of committee that formed the Association of Federated Churches of Cleveland; pres. of Cleveland Peace Society, 1911, member Kappa Alpha Fraternity; member Mayfield, and Country … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Daguerreotype to Dyers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Daguerreotype Artists ATKINsoN & BUXTON, Notre Dame st. opposite the City hall daguerreotypes of every kind taken in a very superior style the public are invited to call and examine the specimens now on view. DOANE, T. C., Place d’Armes, over Lyman’s drug store daguerreotypes taken bysky light on the most improved principles, and likenesses warranted. Desnoyers, M., corner of Notre Dame and St. Palmer, Francis, 8 Notre Dame st. Vincent sts. Dancing Schools Adams, A. A., 179 Notre Dame st. MacDonald, R., … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Bakers to Butter Inspectors

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Bakers FITTS, CLARK, biscuit, cracker and ship bread baker, 21 St. Joseph st. FITTS, ARBA, & Co., biscuit, cracker and ship bread bakers, College st., next William’s brewery. MCDOUGALL, JAMES, bread, cracker and ship bread baker, Wellington St RAMSAY, M., bread, biscuit and ship bread baker, 22 St. Joseph st. TILTON, S. P., bread, biscuit, cracker and ship bread baker, Grey Nun near Common K. WILLOCK J., bread, cracker and ship bread baker, 181 Notre Dame st., and 2 St.Peter st. Non Subscribers … Read more