Fragment of letter to the Duke of York from Wellesley prior to his appointment as Duke of Wellington. The letter pertains to an appointment in favour of Captain Campbell.
Collection consists of oaths signed by multiple individuals, relating to militia commissions, allegiance to the King and abjuration. Also includes oaths of office for appointment as Justices of the Peace.
The collection consists of letters to Quetton St. George circa 1810. Hugh was a clerk in the general store of Laurent Quetton St George in York in 1807 and soon assumed responsibility for the Niagara branch of the business. In 1810, he was transferred to Kingston. The letters are of a business nature.
Typescript of letter relating to political affairs, a duel and court cases in the York (Toronto) area, with comments on the imminent war with the United States (War of 1812-14). Original at the Ontario Provincial Archives.