B.043 – B.M. 21703
LETTERS FROM LORD GEORGE GERMAINE TO GENERAL HALDIMAND, 1777-1779 – VOL: I.
1777/08/07 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
That he has been appointed Governor of Quebec. (Page 1) – SN: 043001
1777/08/20 – Yverdun – General Haldimand to Lord George Germaine
Accepting the office of Governor of Quebec. (Page 2) – SN: 043002
1777/09/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Official intimation of his appointment to the Governorship of Quebec. He is to sail by H. ship Hussard. (Page 3) – SN: 043003
1777/09/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
That Mr. Fraser, one of the Judges who had been taken prisoner by the rebels, is reinstated as Judge. To make arrangements that one of the new subjects shall occupy a seat on the bench in Quebec and Montreal. ((Page 6) – SN: 043004
1778/01/10 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Letters of marque will probably bring rebel prisoners into his Government. To keep the crews of armed vessels prisoners till they can be sent to England. Crews of the rebel traders not pressed, may be set at liberty. (Page 7) – SN: 043005
1778/03/11 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The King’s disposition to bring about a reconciliation with the revolted colonies. Bills for his purpose assented to, and copies are to be circulated in the rebel colonies and among their troops. (Page 8) – SN: 043006
1778/03/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The King’s message and address in reply from both Houses in reference to the offensive proceedings of the Court of France. To take every measure to protect the navigation and commerce of Canada. (Page 10) – SN: 043007
1778/04/02 – London – W. Smith and others to Lord Germaine
Petition for the repeal of the Quebec Act of 1774, presented by merchants and inhabitants of Quebec then in London. (Page 13) – SN: 043008
1778/04/10 – Captain Foy to W. Knox, Under secretary of state.
Respecting stores to be sent out to Canada; the necessity for fortified places &c. (Page 18) – SN: 043009
1778/04/15 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Mr. Frazer to succeed M. Owen (invalidated) as one of the Judges at Montreal. (Page 27) – SN: 043010
1778/04/15 – London – Lord George Germaine to Lord Townshend
Desiring to obtain the opinion of Ordnance as to the necessity of building a Citadel in Quebec. (Page 39) – SN: 043011
1778/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to the King
Recommending disallowance of an Ordinance « respecting the distribution of the estates and effects of persons » leaving the Province of Quebec. (Page 11) – SN: 043012
1778/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
That reinforcements of German troops are to be sent to Canada ; Canadian troops to be raised. Instructions as to repelling attacks, &c. (Page 28) – SN: 043013
1778/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Enclosing note from Lord Amherst respecting disposal of detachments in Canada. (Page 3?) – SN: 043014
1778/04/18 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Enclosing Acts of Parliament. (Page 34) – SN: 043015
1778/04/22 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to Governor Haldimand
Enclosing of Indian presents. (Page 35) – SN: 043016
1778/05/12 – London – Ordnance Board to Lord Townshend
Recommending that the Commander-in-Chief in Canada erect a Citadel in Quebec. (Page 41) – SN: 043017
1778/05/14 – London – Lord Townshend to Lord George Germaine
Enclosing report from the Board of Ordnance. (Page 40) – SN: 043018
1778/05/15 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to Governor Haldimand
That packages left behind have been sent by another ship. (Page 37) – SN: 043019
1778/05/15 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Enclosing correspondence as to erecting Citadel at Quebec, with instructions to carry the decision into effect, (Correspondence in pages 39 to 41). (Page 38) – SN: 043020
1778/05/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Intimating the disallowance of an Ordinance respecting the distribution of the effects of debtors, with Order in Council. (Page 42) – SN: 043021
1778/06/03 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Enclosing the King’s speech. (Page 45) – SN: 043022
1778/07/01
Enclosing Acts relating to America. (Page 46) – SN: 043023
1778/08/05 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Authorising the issue of letters of marque for seizing and destroying the ships and vessels belonging to the French King. (Page 47) – SN: 043024
1778/08/07 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
To prevent assistance from being given to the French, and to keep prisoners all the men captured from the enemy. (Page 48) – SN: 043025
1778/09/02 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Pleased at his safe arrival. Awaits information regarding the Province, and enclosed memorial from Simon Fraser. Petition appended. (Page 49) – SN: 043026
1778/12/02 – London – Lord George Germaine to Governor Haldimand
Encloses King’s speech and addresses in reply. (Page 52) – SN: 043027
1779/01/23 – London – Lord George Germaine to Sir Henry Clinton
Officers of Provincial corps to take rank with British officers; to receive gratuities for wounds ; hold permanent rank in America. Preference in choice of officers to be given to natives. Additional bounty on enlisting. (Page 54) – SN: 043028
1779/01/23 – London – Lord George Germaine to Sir Henry Clinton
Plans for the year’s campaign. To bring Washington to a decisive action or drive him to the high lands of New York or Jersey. The benefits of this. Expeditions to be sent to New England coasts and Chesapeake Bay. Suggestions for the work to be done in Virginia and Maryland. (Page 131) – SN: 043029
1779/02/16 – London – Samuel Peters to Lord George Germaine
The claims of Colonel Peters for raising Provincials; for money expended, &c. (Page 140) – SN: 043030
1779/02/26 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Birth of a Prince, (Page 53) – SN: 043031
1779/03/03 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
Enclosing Gazette with account of the success in Georgia and at the Island of St. Lucia (Page 58) – SN: 043032
1779/03/03 – London – Lord George Germaine to Sir Henry Clinton
The division in Congress and the decline in its authority with the active prosecution of the war, lead to hope for reconciliation. The steps towards that end to be taken with Vermont. (Page 135) – SN: 043033
1779/03/31 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
Extraordinary Gazettes, with accounts of success in Pondicherry, in the East Indies, and St. Lucia, in the West Indies. (Page 59) – SN: 043034
1779/03/31 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand (private.)
Recommending Colonel McLean of the Highland Emigrants. (Page 94) – SN: 043035
1779/04/01 – London – Lord George Germaine to Sir Henry Clinton
Reinforcements to be brought from the West Indies j plan of operations in tho West Indies. Nova Scotia has not been disturbed and not likely to be. Project for taking possession of Maine. Exchanged troops to be sent to Quebec. (Page 126) – SN: 043036
1779/04/06 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
Respecting Indian presents. (Page 60) – SN: 043037
1779/04/10 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The arrival of provision ships at New York and Halifax, instead of Quebec, will not, he hopes, cause inconvenience to troops in Canada. Communications approved of by the King. Despatches intercepted. The successes at Otter and Onion Rivers would hamper the rebels. Designs against Niagara and Detroit not likely to be successful so long as the Six Nations are faithful. Joseph Brant made a colonel of Indians for his services, &c. ; Major Butler’s conduct and that of his son approved. The success of Lt. Governor Hamilton and Colonel Bolton on the Illinois. Sir Henry Clinton been informed that it is intended to attack the sea coast of the revolted Provinces ; this will prevent their sending assistance to Washington. Expectations as to result of operations of Sir H. Clinton. The attack on Maine to be assisted by a force from Canada. Stores, clothing, &c., sent out. Reinforcements. His commission as General signed. Negotiations to be opened with Vermont. French designs. (Page 114) – SN: 043038
1779/04/10 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The removal of Chief Justice Livius by Sir Guy Carleton annulled and Mr. Livius restored. Additional instructions sent. One provides that all members of the Legislative Council are equally members of the Council of State i the other that every instruction respecting their duties is to be communicated to the whole body and entered in the Council books. The establishment of small debt courts ; the appointments of magistrates and other matters of domestic management recommended, but all Acts to be passed deliberately. The law officers will give every assistance. The presentment of the Grand Jury against Lt. Governor Hamilton and Mr. Dejean of Detroit not warranted ; care, however, to be taken to prevent irregularities. Desigue of the French to send a force to the St. Lawrence. Report of Privy Council on the ease of chief Justice Livius, (entering into minute details), and three sets of additional instructions are appended. (Page 63) – SN: 043039
1779/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The application of Mr. Finlay to be appointed Superintendent of Posts, and that the postmasters may have the exclusive right of letting post horses to. travellers. Refers it to him for decision. The necessity of communication being established between him and Sir H. Clinton at New York . Enclosed correspondence, memorials, &’3., respecting conveyance of mails. 95 – SN: 043040
1779/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Respecting the purchase of Messrs. Greenwood and Higginson’s seigniory. Mr. Deschambault and his wife to receive a pension. Recommends Mr. Dupre to be made a Councillor. Mr, Burke’s grievances. (Page 110) – SN: 043041
1779/04/16 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The Royal Highland Emigrants to be put upon the establishment of the army and numbered the 84th. The companies to be increased from 50 to 70, the additional numbers to be raised in .America. (Page 113) – SN: 043042
1779/04/17 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The case of Lieutenant John McLean, of the 84th, recommended for consideration. (Page 137) – SN: 043043
1779/04/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Certain claims to be settled. The appointment of Mr. Fraser as Judge in the District of Montreal; his salary and position, Claim of Colonel Peters for reimbursement appended. (Page 138) – SN: 043044
1779/06/02 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to Governor of Quebec
Enclosing letter from the Treasury that directions have been given to provide for the prisoners of war. Letter accompanies this. (Page 144) – SN: 043045
1779/06/17 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Declaration of war by Spain (translation enclosed 148 to 152). Hostilities to begin at once. Letters of marque to issue. (Page 146) – SN: 043046
1779/06/17 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
In consequence of the hostile proceedings of the Spanish Court, orders are given to attack New Orleans. To reduce the Spanish posts on the Illinois, &c. (Page 153) – SN: 043047
1779/06/26 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
Enclosing Acts relating to America. (Page 154) – SN: 043048
1779/07/08 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Canada unmolested and parties have checked the rebels. Governor Hamilton’s successes in the Illinois country. Indians scouring the Ohio and Wabash country. Rebels from Virginia and Pennsylvania deserted their posts. Brant on the Susquehanna and Delaware. Successes at Oswego and back. Refusal to deliver troops by the Convention of Saratoga. Will send German troops. Effect of the successes on the rebels. (Page 155) – SN: 043049
1779/07/08 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Recommending the Comte du Pré for seat in Legislative Council. (Page 158) – SN: 043050
1779/07/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
To appoint Peter Livius to be Chief Justice of Common Pleas for Montreal, Mandamus appended. (Page 162) – SN: 043051
1779/07/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Enclosing amendments to the Civil Courts in the Province of Quebec. (Page 165) – SN: 043052
1779/07/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
The capture of his despatches. Arrival of merchant ships in the St. Lawrence. Impatient to hear report of expedition under Haldimand to Oswego, to oppose Maxwell. (Page 166) – SN: 043053
1779/07/30 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
That all supplies have been sent for the army. (Page 160) – SN: 043054
1779/07/30 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
Receipt of despatches ; sloop sent as convoy for the victuallers to Canada. (Page 168) – SN: 043055
1779/08/03 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Supplies sent out. Failure of Lieutenant Governor Hamilton’s expedition, Judicious steps of Haldimand in reinforcing the upper posts. Sir H. Clinton’s operations on the North River will prevent attack on Canada. Major Carleton’s success on Lake Champlain and Butler’s success in Cherry Valley will distress the rebels. The expense of operations in distant posts. The necessity of caution in appointments to Council. Approves of formation of a company of artificers. Satisfaction at his conduct as Governor. (Page 169) – SN: 043056
1779/08/19 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Armed ships sent out with supplies of all kinds. Sir Henry Clinton reports that there is no prospect of an attack on Canada, in consequence of movements on the North River. Between 90 and 100 sail of French and Spanish ships near Plymouth. Sir Charles Hardy expected to attack them. (Page 174) – SN: 043057
1779/10/08 – London – Knox, Under Secretary, to General Haldimand
That he has transmitted an answer to the French Declaration of War. (Page 177) – SN: 043058
1779/12/02 – London – Lord George Germaine to Colonel Stuart
To watch the Mississippi ; Colonel Hamilton at Detroit to communicate with him. Indians to be employed (Page 123) – SN: 043059
1779/12/04 – London – Lord George Germaine to General Haldimand
Transmitting King’s speech and addresses in reply. (Page 178) – SN: 043060
1779/12/11 – London – Lord George Germaine to the Treasury
With lists of camp equipage and necessaries for troops and new levies North America. (Page 124) – SN: 043061
