1780/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
Lieut. Glennie’s sentence for insubordination at Carleton Island. His abilities might be useful elswhere. (Page 
– SN: 055001
1780/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Commissioners of the Navy
Why the victuallers were detained. (Page 14) – SN: 055002
1780/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Acknowledging receipt of extract of letters, Sower to Joseph Galloway, about the back posts of Virginia and Pennsylvania. Summary of Indian operations there. The rebels under Clark have burned some Indian villages in retaliation. He (Haldimand) is keeping the prisoners employed at farming, &c. (Page 15) – SN: 055003
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord North
His anxiety to diminish the public expenses ; has purchased Sorel, as ordered; cost £3,300 stg.; also house for the Governor at Montreal, cost 2,000 guineas. The balance in the hands of Sir Thomas Mills’ agents may be applied to these purchases. Proposes to employ the territorial and casual revenues for repairs of the Château St.Louis, Quebec, and the Governor’s house at Montreal, and in the relief of infirm widows and orphans. (Page 4) – SN: 055004
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Secretary at War
Acknowledging receipt of list of regiments in Canada, and that clothing had been shipped for them ; other despatches acknowledged, one approving of not issuing Capt. Gamble’s brevet as major. (Page 4) – SN: 055005
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord Amherst
Returns have been sent as usual, to the Secretary at War. Hopes he has not transgressed on the attention he owes to Lord Amherst as Commander-in-Chief. The severe sentence on Lieut. Glennie for insubordination; he might be useful where subordination is not the first qualification. Necessity for additional troops for the defence of the posts. The difficulties caused by the want of ordnance and engineers’ stores, and miners for the works. The difficulty of finding officers to act as engineers .. The unremitting attention of Twiss saves the department from the greatest confusion. It would be of essential service to send out one or two young engineers, who could conduct with propriety a distant post. Page 6 – SN: 055006
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
His desire for a corps of artificers ; being refused, he will try to collect and employ the loyalists on the works. The non arrival of the True Briton will leave every post almost destitute of engineer’s stores. Stores for next year. Cannot begin the construction of a regular citadel ; has occupied the Cape with detached redoubts. Has forbidden Twiss to send a plan of the works, in case it should fall into improper hands. The necessity for ordnance and ordnance stores. Proposed changes of officers. (Page 9) – SN: 055007
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord Sandwich
Thanks for the promotion of Captains Chambers and Schanks, Has asked for a large East India ship to serve as a prison. Respecting the best way of getting out next year’s stores, by armed vessels sailing in March. (Page 12) – SN: 055008
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Secretary Stephens
To convey to the Admiralty thanks for the promotion of Chambers and Schanks. (Page 13) – SN: 055009
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Commissioners of the Navy
Sending a supply of timber. (Page 14) – SN: 055010
1780/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
The safe arrival of Indian presents ; the requisition for next year. (Page 16) – SN: 055011
1780/10/31 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 75).
Calling attention to the necessity of providing stores early in the season; how they are distributed, &c. (Page 17) – SN: 055012
1780/11/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 76)
Non-arrival of the fleet, with the exception of two small vessels. Loss of the new snow (Ontario) of 16 guns, on Lake Ontario, 40 seamen ; Lieut. Col. Bolton, Lieut. Colleton of the Artillery, Lieut. Royce and 30 men of the 34th, and Capt. Andrews, the commander of the vessel, have all perished. Duplicates sent of despatches in care of Lieut. Caldwell, with orders to sink them in case of capture. The payment of Sorel, and purchase of an island depending on it. Wreck of three ships loaded with furs. (Page 18) – SN: 055013
1780/11/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury
With statement of bills drawn by the commanders of the posts. (Page 22) – SN: 055014
1780/11/21 – Quebec – ??? to the Treasury
Two letters to the Treasury, advising that bills have been drawn, and sending a list of warrants. (Page 23) – SN: 055015
1780/11/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Asking that 3,000 stand of arms be added to the requisition of Indian presents, as Johnson’s corps and the loyalists have been supplied. (Page 23) – SN: 055016
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 77)
Completion of the first battalion Royal Regiment of New York ; the second in a state of forwardness. The perfidy of the Oneidas. The ruinous situation of Sir John Johnson’s private affairs, but he remains at his post, although he had received leave of absence. (Page 26) – SN: 055017
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 78)
The non arrival of the fleet. Ships have been sighted off Cape Canceaux. When the fleets should leave England for the St. Lawrence. The success of privateers this year will encourage the rebels to have more on the banks and Gulph next spring. (Page 24) – SN: 055018
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 79)
Elaborate account of the state of the Province of Quebec from a military and political point of view. (Page 27) – SN: 055019
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 80)
Recommending the Hon. John Cochrane to be appointed to the Council. (Page 32) – SN: 055020
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 81)
Respecting the policy of giving the merchants credit for bills of exchange. (Page 32) – SN: 055021
1780/11/28 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury
On the subject of credit for bills of exchange. Copy of this letter enclosed in that to Germaine (p.32). (Page 34) – SN: 055022
1780/12/03 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 82)
Confirmation of the loss of the Ontario, on Lake Ontario (p. 19) with Lt. Col. Bolton, &c. The attempt of La Balme on Detroit part of a general plan. The disloyal conduct of the Canadians in the upper posts; the necessity there of a strong force. The care necessary to be observed with respect to traders, and of making the Indians feel a dependence on the King for supplies. The certainty of abuse for the commanding officer who does his duty. (Page 36) – SN: 055023
1781/06/10 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 83)
The appointment of General Clark to the Staff. Is afraid that the despatches by the convoy put into Halifax have been lost or captured. Attributes, in the latter case, the misfortune to the ill-timed solicitude of the Quebec merchants to send letters by that route. (Page 38) – SN: 055024
1781/06/11 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 84)
Despatches received. Has signified to Pownall and Finlay that they have received leave of absence. (Page 39) – SN: 055025
1781/06/12 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury
Calls attention to the effect of refusing partial credit on bills of exchange, and the injury that it would cause to the public credit. Has given orders to continue the practice till he hears further. (Page 46) – SN: 055026
1781/06/13 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No.85)
Acknowledging receipt of despatches. (Page 39) – SN: 055027
1781/06/13 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 86)
Despatches received. Cramahé will be sent to England, as ordered, to facilitate the passing of his accounts. (Page 40) – SN: 055028
1781/06/13 – Quebec – Haldimand to Pollock
Warrant received for paying to Deschambault and his wife, or the survivor, £200 per annum. Had already placed him on the pension list, according to the King’s intention, on the death of Mr. Marthille, who had a pension of £200 a year. This letter is marked not sent. (Page 48) – SN: 055029
1781/06/13 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Respecting the pension to Y. Deschambault and his wife. (Page 49) – SN: 055030
1781/06/14 – Quebec – Haldimand to Pollock (private)
Has received the warrant appointing him (Pollock) Clerk of the Crown in the Province. Congratulations. (Page 48) – SN: 055031
1781/06/14 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 87)
Concerning the policy of granting credit for bills of exchange. Asks that some fixed system be adopted, to relieve him of great anxiety on this score. (Page 40) – SN: 055032
1781/06/14 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 88)
Sending a despatch prepared last November, but not sent owing to the detention of the ships by ice. The measures taken to prevent an attack on the Province. Detroit and the neighbouring Indian country menaced, as usual, by Virginians. Is unable to support at present the Indians in the field. Has urged their defending their own country. If not yet able to give satisfactory accounts of the affair mentioned in letter No. 75 of 25th October. (This appears to refer to letter No. 74, B. 54, P: 398, relative to Vermont). The unfortunate references to it in the newspapers. The scarcity caused by victuallers having to put into Halifax last season. Rations to the troops must be reduced. The misfortune partly caused by Admiral Arbuthnot refusing convoy. The great want of provisions in the rebel and French armies makes him apprehend frigates will be sent out to pick up victuallers in the Gulph. (Page 41) – SN: 055033
1781/06/14 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
That he will use his good offices in favour of Pollock as Clerk of the Crown. Will see to the promotion of Ensign Battersby his (Knox’s) nephew. (Page 50) – SN: 055034
1781/07/05 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 89)
Sending duplicates. No word of the Cork fleet, or victuallers from Halifax. Instead ot reducing the rations, has purchased privately, but the price is rising fast. Is entirely ignorant of what is doing to the southward. Cannot risk sending plans of works, &c. but everything is carried on with diligence. (Page 52) – SN: 055035
1781/07/06 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 90)
Sends minutes of Legislative Council. Has apprehended several persons corresponding with Congress, Washington and La Fayette. Cannot discover the combination except amongst the lower order of French Canadians. Has, however, found a letter written in milk, giving evidence of having been composed by a person of more capacity than the lower class of Canadians usually have. DuCalvet arrested; evidence against him. Proclamation issued respecting provisions. The Bishop’s good disposition. Addresses presented by the merchants of Quebec and Montreal printed in the Quebec Gazette. Performance of fealty and homage ordered by Carleton at the expiry of 1777, but extended to 31st December, 1778. Had received fealty and tho register of the Actes de Foi et Hommage ; their usefulness in showing the tenure of the seigniories. The religious communities, Jesuits excepted, admitted ; presented their titles and offered foi et hommaqe. Titles returned, and they are to enjoy their estates. The nuns of the General Hospital and the Ursulines have been exempted from paying quint and other dues, on account of their poverty and their care of the sick. Asks that a decision be come to as to the disposal of the quints, lods et ventes, &c. (See ante p. 54). – SN: 055036
1781/07/07 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
Hopes that the supply of stores sent will reach safely. But for the purchase from the merchants of intrenching tools, the service would have been essentially retarded. Cannot trust the sending of plans of works by the vessels; hopes to have tho detached forts in a tolerable state by autumn. Asks for an experienced engineer. Mr. Cox, son of the late Governor of Gaspé, appointed to succeed Colleton, lost in the Ontario. (Page 51) – SN: 055037
1781/07/07 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Is sending duplicates by different vessels. (Page 64) – SN: 055038
1781/07/07 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury
That he has made a requisition on Hon. Cochrane, agent for Messrs. Harley and Drummond, for £300,000 sterling, for reasons stated in a previous letter. (Page 66) – SN: 055039
1781/07/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Arrangements with Chittenden and Ethan Allen for a cartel for the exchange of prisoners, to be made use of for negotiating for the reconciliation of Vermont. The interviews at Isle aux Noix between the secret agent and Ira Allen; the reserve of the latter set aside on the determination of having the matter settled, being expressed, Journals of proceedings enclosed. His suspicion of the motives of the people of Vermont in sending the flag of truce. Believes the people to he in heart inveterate rebels; the strength of the country they occupy has made him anxious to prevent the union with Congress they seem bent on. Has broken Major Carleton’s ill advised truce. He still hopes for success from the candour of Allen’s professions Clinton’s suspicions of Vermont; their giving up to Congress Col. Beverly Robertson’s (sic) letters to Ethan Allen. The plausible reasons for doing so. (Page 58) – SN: 055040
1781/07/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to Sir Grey Cooper, Treasury
That a warrant has issued 10 favour of Capt. Mathew Johnson, for his salary as Lieut. Governor of the Illinois from May, 1775, to May, 1781, for £1,200 stg., being at the rate of £200 a year. (Page 65) – SN: 055041
1781/07/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury
That he has drawn on them for £11,316 5s. sterling in favour of W. Grant, Deputy Receiver General, to defray the expenses of civil government. List of bills subjoined. (Page 66) – SN: 055042
1781/07/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Secretary at War
Will defer sending army returns until the arrival of the convoy. Sends return of Sir John Johnson’s first battalion, which it is for his interest to communicate as soon as possible. (Page 68) – SN: 055043
1781/08/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 91)
English and Irish fleets arrived in the St. Lawrence, by news from Bic. The relief this has caused to his anxiety. Action between two ships sent as convoy and French frigates. The convoy safe in Spanish River, but it was feared the Jack, a small armed ship, had been taken. Arrival of General Clark and family. (Page 62) – SN: 055044
1781/09/08 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
The chief part of the trade and Cork fleets in harbour; the rest at hand. Arrival of Riedesel and the troops of convention, with four victuallers, which had failed to reach last autumn. (Page 63) – SN: 055045
1781/10/09 – Quebec
Lists of bills of exchange for £6,582 l0s. stg., in favour of W. Grant, Deputy Receiver General, for the civil government of Canada. (Page 76) – SN: 055046
1781/10/18 – Quebec – Haldimand to —–
The agent of the 84th has protested bills for the subsistence of the officers. Will issue warrants till the matter is settled. Brigadier General Maclean to go to England to have the matter investigated. (Page 83) – SN: 055047
1781/10/18 – Quebec – Haldimand to Robinson, Treasury
The provisions advised as having been shipped are arrived. The sum of £50,000 sterling of specie sent for Canada has been appropriated at Halifax. Is disappointed that it was not replaced by an equal amount. (Page 113) – SN: 055048
1781/10/19 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury
Has received copy of contract with Sir Wm. James for supplying 15,000 troops in Canada with provisions. (Page 77) – SN: 055049
1781/10/19 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Will do what he can for Ensign Kennedy, recommended by the Solicitor General of Scotland. All the vacancies in the 44th and 47th are filled up, and there are 49 ensigns in this army. (Page 81) – SN: 055050
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Has received invoices, &c., of Indian presents. The considerable reduction made in the requisition defeats his attempts at saving, as the Indians must be supplied and the estimates sent home must be made up in the country from the traders. His earnest desire for retrenchment; the necessity of supplying the Indians. Carelessness in packing, and delays. Goods should be sent to Montreal in ships not drawing more than ten feet. (Page 69) – SN: 055051
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to P. Stephens, Admiralty
Has received warrants for issuing letters of marque, with instructions which shall be punctually observed. (Page 77) – SN: 055052
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury
Sending Receiver General’s account, with report of a committee of the Council thereon. Has drawn for £6,582 l0s. (see p. 76) for expenses of civil government. Proposes to change the days of settling to the 1st May and 1st October, 80 that the accounts may go with the letter of advice. Repeats his request for orders about the disposal of territorial and casual revenues (see ante pp. 4 and 54:). (Page 77) – SN: 055053
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury
Sending documents relative to the claims made by Messrs. Mure, Son and Atkinson, for five armed brigs, engaged in 1716. (Page 79) – SN: 055054
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Transmitting requisitions from the departments, that for Indian presents excepted. Mr. Pollard can supply that want. (Page 81) – SN: 055055
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Jenkinson
Respecting the protested bills for the subsistence of the officers of the 84th; Maclean’s leave of absence to get the matter settled. 84 – SN: 055056
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Wilcox continued in his former situation with the German troops. Will do what he can to serve Captains Green and O’Connell. (Page 85) – SN: 055057
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Has received instructions as to the subsistence of prisoners of war taken at sea. The number is so inconsiderable as not to require a commissary’s services. They have been placed under the direction of the commissary of prisoners for the Province. (Page 86) – SN: 055058
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 93)
Transmitting duplicates of the Minutes of Council. His anxiety for positive instructions as to the course he is to take with the agent for the remitters of public money. Remarks on the credit system for bills of exchange, and the inconveniences that may arise. The necessity of sending specie to save expense. The indifference of Harley and Drummond, provided they are themselves safe. Has no instructions as to settling for the Seigniory of Sorel. Suggests that the Collector of Customs at Quebec should transfer the specie received for duties to the Receiver General. Has been indefatigable in checking the enormous expenses of the upper countries, but has not yet been successful. Discovery by the book-keeper of Forsyth & Co., at Niagara, that the amount against. Col. Johnson was only £21,000, but that bills for the same to the amount of £35,000 had been drawn and paid. How the fraud, if proved. is to be punished. (Page 87) – SN: 055059
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 94)
Had received despatches of August, 1780, by Gen. Clark. Riedesel’s arrival with the exchanged troops, his disappointment at finding himself junior to Clark. Riedesel, though hurt, has cheerfully returned to his former rank; his zeal and services. The commands of the two officers made as distant and distinct from each other as possible. Riedesel to command at Sorel. Rauschenplat has received orders to return to. Germany. Recommends the promotion of his brother, Major Rauschenplat, to be Lieut. Colonel of the brigade. Besides the chaptain to the Anhalt-Zerbst Regiment, two others came with recruits, one of them a Jesuit. Will send him and one of the others home by the latest ships. (Page 92) – SN: 055060
1781/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Lords of Trade
Reviewing tho work of the Legislative Council. The power of selecting members from the Council to act as an executive having been disallowed, he had summoned the whole Council. The opinion of the Attorney and Solicitor General as to the power of fixing the price of wheat, and the additional instructions, formerly withheld, laid before the Council. The inopportune time for doing the latter. Remarks on the Ordinances passed and sanctioned. (Page 117) – SN: 055061
1781/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Respecting the keeping separate the duties of the Clerk of the Crown and Clerk of the Pleas. Will do what he can for Mr. Pollock. (Page 80) – SN: 055062
1781/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to Pollock
That his commission as Clerk of the Crown had been received and the mandamus signed. The trifling income of the office. Mr. David Lynd will continue to act as deputy. Mr. Gordon had a pension of £200 sterling, which ceased with his life. (Page 82) – SN: 055063
1781/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to Robinson Treasury
Acknowledging receipt of instructions for the purchase of rum. His answer to the complaint of the heavy charges and expenses at the upper posts. (Page 114) – SN: 055064
1781/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Introducing Mr. Pollard (now living in London), who·has offered his services in choosing, packing and, if necessary, delivering the Indian presents in Canada. He has been 16 years at Niagara in the Indian service. (Page 71) – SN: 055065
1781/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
The arrival of ordnance stores has relieved the distress for want of them, but the miners, whose assistance is much wanted, have all left. The chief part of the work has been at Quebec, which will be useful should the place be attacked next year. Movements of engineer officers; greatly distressed for want of officers of experience for distant posts and to second Twiss, Would be happy to have the service of Capt. Pitts. Has appointed Hunter to be a lieutenant in a provincial corps, but shall continue to employ him as an engineer. (Page 72) – SN: 055066
1781/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 95)
Transmitting Major General Clark’s application for forage money from the date of his letters of service. Has always refused this, the allowance granted being from the date of arrival in the Province. The grant of the application would form a bad precedent, and open the door to abuses. He has also applied for a house, which is a new request not hitherto made. (Page 95) – SN: 055067
1781/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Acts relating to the trade of Quebec received. (Page 86) – SN: 055068
1781/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 97)
The enemy’s intentions against the Province have been diverted; if Vermont does not take an active part with the other States, apprehends no serious attempts. The desolation of the frontiers has driven the inhabitants to the interior, so that parties must go so far as to have their safety endangered; every peasant is now a soldier, as shown by the experience of Sir John Johnson on the frontier. His uneasiness respecting the charge in relation to Col. Johnson; has never been actuated by any feeling but that of a desire for the good of the service. (Page 96) – SN: 055069
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury
Transmitting abstract of warrants for the ordinary and extraordinary expenses of the army. (Page 80) – SN: 055070
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lords of Trade
That he has been notified of their appointment. (Page 83) – SN: 055071
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
Certifying the services and good conduct of McGill, surgeon of the artillery, who leaves the country in bad health. (Page 84) – SN: 055072
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Leave of absence granted to Finlay and Cuthbert, members of Council. (Page 85) – SN: 055073
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Introducing Sir John Johnson, who has leave to go to England. His services and losses deserve recognition. (Page 86) – SN: 055074
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 96.)
Acknowledging despatches. The happy effects of the sate arrival of provisions, &c. (Page 96) – SN: 055075
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 98)
Report from Detroit of Brant’s success over a division of Clark’s army on the Ohio, assembled to destroy the Indian settlements and to penetrate to Detroit. Col. Lockery’s party of 100 men defeated, 64 prisoners taken, the rest, including the colonel and five officers, killed. Clark’s army dispersing. Success of smaller Indian parties in that quarter, and on the Mohawk River and the frontiers of Pennsylvania. The good effect these successes should have on Vermont. (Page 98) – SN: 055076
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 99)
Has taken the only step possible towards discontinuing the hospital at Quebec, by withdrawing the appointment of physician from Mr. Mabane. The mortification caused to him (Haldimand); the order could only have been given from an unfair representation of the circumstances, which are stated and a letter from Mabane enclosed. (Page 100) – SN: 055077
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 100)
The state of the provisions in store in Canada has removed any impediment to the military operations that may be necessary. The chief part at the works this summer has been confined to Quebec. They will be useful if attacked; if not, attention may be paid to other parts of the frontier. (Page 103) – SN: 055078
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 101)
Transmitting requisitions from the several departments, and asking that they may be sent as early as possible in the spring. The surprise at the requisition from Michillimakinak and the astonishing bills drawn. The honourable conduct of Mr. Sinclair; the positive orders for the reduction of expense when he went to his command; in spite of these, and of his promises, they have augmented to three times the former amount. (Page 103) – SN: 055079
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 102)
Can devise no plan for controlling the expenses of the Indian Department at the posts, but that of appointing a person of rank, influence, knowledge, activity and perfect honour, and recommending Sir John Johnson for the position. The reason for his appointment. (Page 105) – SN: 055080
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (secret)
Has received His Lordship’s information of the advice of the French Court to the Congress not to make an attack on Canada till the King’s troops are driven out of the 13 Provinces, and the recommendation to cooperate with Clinton by sending a considerable force to Vermont, to encourage the people to declare for His Majesty’s Government. Refers to letter (most secret) of what had been already determined on. (Page 108) – SN: 055081
1781/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (most private)
Sending duplicates as to negotiations with Vermont; the strong assurances of sincerity by the agents on behalf of the Governor and part of the Council, and the difficulties arising from the prejudices of the people, deserve credit, and have, in a great measure, removed his suspicions of Allen’s party. Has been advised to issue a proclamation confirming to Vermont, the late assumed territories and privileges refused by Congress, so as to incline the populace to accept terms from the Government, this to be accompanied by a strong detachment stationed near Crown Point, so as to encourage the friends of the Government; about 1,000 chosen men sent, with orders to avoid hostilities with Vermont, and to manifest friendship ; strong parties to be sent to ravage tho frontiers of the neighbouring Provinces; operations also on the Mohawk River and frontiers of Pennsylvania. Has not sent a single Indian across Lake Champlain, choosing to risk the loss of their services, should Vermont attack, rather than exasperate them by trusting the Indians among them. The necessity of immediate measures with Vermont, as their strength is growing, and Congress is at the point of yielding; his anxiety to have special instructions, but he will act for the best and hazard the consequences; does not know how far the encroachments by Vermont on New York and New Hampshire may affect future politics, but they are indiscriminately engaged in rebellion, and if a reunion cannot be brought about of the most valuable of them to the mother country by any means but by sacrificing the interest of one to another, it is his duty to make the attempt; has sent a proclamation, leaving it optional to the agent to issue it or not, as may be best. If nothing decisive take place this season he will try the same measures in spring, but much will depend on the course of events to tho southward. The facility with which bodies of men now used to arms can be raised; they are little inferior to the continental troops’; the advantage of gaining them, and the evil consequences of their joining the other States, have led him to spare no pains to bring the first about. (Page 109) – SN: 055082
1781/11/18 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (most private)
The critical situation of affairs to the southward prevents the Vermonters from declaring themselves. The minds of the populace not prepared for the issue of the proclamation (109). The conduct of Vermont will be entirely regulated by events on the Chesapeake. If fortunate, Vermont will return to her allegiance, but if not, the vulgar are so infatuated with the idol Independence, that nothing but unavoidable necessity will induce them to relinquish it. Is assured that only the severities of want will diminish the ardour of this feeling, and that the revolt in the rebel army was produced by want of money and necessaries. The difficulty of Washington getting men is exaggerated. They are backward in engaging in the continental troops, but six and nine months’ men are abundant, by which the whole body of the people are become soldiers. The loyalists live in continual terror; only by taking post and remaining with a great support in the country could they be encouraged to flock to the King’s standard. The difficulty of procuring intelligence increased by rebel prisoners breaking their parole and carrying their discoveries; every person the rebel inquisition find guilty of being a spy is hanged. The situation of Cornwallis reported to be desperate; it is even reported that the army is taken. If so, the original design against the Province will probably take place in spring. Vermont lying by for some great event. Indians constantly hold intercourse with the rebels, and carry letters between them and the disaffected in the Province. They would no doubt join the French in case of an invasion. (Page 121) – SN: 055083
1781/11/18 – Quebec – Haldimand to Knox
Respecting damage to Indian presents. (Page 135) – SN: 055084
1781/11/18 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Secretary at War
Respecting the accounts of Capt. Fraser, Paymaster of the 84th Regiment. (Page 136) – SN: 055085
1781/11/19 – Quebec – Haldimand to Robinson, Treasury
The increasing danger of loss to the Government in consequence of credits given to merchants for bills of exchange, the amount now outstanding being no less than £400,000 sterling. Asks for instructions. (Page 137) – SN: 055086
1781/11/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Secretary at War
Recommends that Butler’s Rangers have the benefit of half pay, for reasons given. (Page 137) – SN: 055087
1781/11/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 104)
Respecting the mode of raising; money for the exigencies of the public service. (Page 128) – SN: 055088
1781/11/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 103)
The detachments to the frontiers, one by Lake Champlain under Col. St. Leger, the other by the Mohawk, under Major Ross, have returned. The first compelled the enemy to collect at Saratoga and Albany, so that Ross marched to the Mohawk River without opposition, to within 12 miles of Schenectady, where he completely destroyed Warrens borough (a nest of rebels). Destroyed 100 farms, 3 mills and a large public granary. He was pursued by the enemy, consisting of 400 Continentals, the militia added made 1,200 men, whom Ross defeated, but the fatigued state of his men prevented him following up the advantage. Shameful desertion of the Indians. A. field piece and ammunition taken from the enemy. A. second attack repulsed. The men nearly worn out by fatigue and hunger, living on captured horses. A third slight attack made but the party managed to reach Carleton Island safely. The loss on the excursion was 13 killed, including Capt. Butler, 12 wounded and 49 missing. The enemy’s loss not known. They had 1 captain, 2 lieutenants and 21 privates made prisoners. The difficulties attending incursions in small parties into the enemy’s country. The judicious conduct of Major Ross. (Page 125) – SN: 055089
1781/11/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (most secret)
The effect on the minds of Quebec. Canadians of the alliance between the French and the rebels. The fluctuating successes and the vigilant attention paid to their conduct have kept them within the limits of duty, but the news of the superiority of the French fleets and the report of Cornwallis’ surrender will engage them in the interests of the rebels, as he sees is too much the case with the ancient subjects. If the rebels invade the Province with a few hundred French soldiers, the Canadians will take up arms in their favour, will serve as guides and furnish provisions. He cannot trust them with arms for the defence of the Province, as it would be dangerous. They serve with reluctance as seamen on the lakes. The rebels, on the other hand, have; received money lately and are establishing magazines on the frontiers, and as the frontier inhabitants of Canada have been accustomed to the woods, Congress will not find it difficult to engage them, partly from enthusiasm, resentment of recent injuries and love of plunder, to form a crusade to subdue the country. The people of Vermont may make great exertions, so as to wipe off the suspicions against them. The rebels have every intelligence and assurances of the neutrality if not support of the Indians. The best troops have been sent to guard the upper posts, those here (Quebec) are Germans, mostly invalids, left behind by Burgoyne, or recruits. In case of invasion he could not put more than 2,500 men in the field and keep them there two months, and he feared that many would desert to the rebels. There must be an early reinforcement and a fleet to command the St. Lawrence. Provisions arrived too late to take possession of Oswego. He believes the plan of attack to be that found amongst Lawrence’s papers. Difficulty of maintaining the upper posts and supplying provisions. Gives extracts from letters of the Canadian gentry to show that they expect a revolution. (Page 129) – SN: 055090
1781/11/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine
Recommending Capt. Persan, of the letter of marque, London, and Sergeant Patterson, by whom despatches are sent. (Page 135) – SN: 055091
1781/11/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend
Despatches are sent with Sergeant Patterson. The distressful consequences of the misfortune of Lord Cornwallls, Respecting Mr. Hunter, a draughtsman, now appointed to the Royal Artillery. (Page 138) – SN: 055092
1781/11/26 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine.
(Most private). The capitulation of Lord Cornwallis leaves no hope of a successful conclusion of negotiations with Vermont; the people are rioting in the excesses of licentious exultation. The plan for cutting off major Ross; the movement for the reduction of New York, and that against Canada, early next spring; to be facilitated by getting possession of the frontier posts on Lake Champlain, &c., to keep pace with a fleet by the St. Lawrence. (Page 139) – SN: 055093
1782/03/05 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (most private)
Details of transactions with the agent for the remitters; tho credits on bills of exchange, &c. (Page 143) – SN: 055094
1782/03/05 – Quebec – Haldimand to Germaine (No. 105)
Miscarriage of despatches by the shipwreck of a vessel below Bic. Must trust the present to the uncertain conveyance by Halifax. The hostile feeling of the Canadians. Report circulating that the Pope has absolved them from the oath of allegiance to the King, if they return to that of France. Proclamation issued by Congress to the loyalists. Plan for the invasion of Canada and Nova Scotia in asritation ; arms and clothing sent to Albany for 10,000 troops. French commissions issued, &c. Details of the plan given. All communication has ceased with the southward. Clinton’s last letter dated in September. Messages have been sent through to New York, and he is in anxious expectation of the return of one long expected. (Page 141) – SN: 055095
1782/06/05 – Quebec – Haldimand to Rt, Hon. Welbore Elice (sic), (No.1)
Acknowledging receipt of the intimation that he (Elice) had been appointed Secretary of State. The want of flour, &c., has caused delay in carrying out the measures recommended by Germaine.Oswego was occupied on the 16th of April, and through the exertions of Major Ross he hopes it is in a good state of defence. A reinforcement sent to support the Indians against Clark’s attempt on Detroit or the Indian country. Has passed three months at Montreal. Has instructed Capt. Robertson to sink the despatches should he be captured. (Page 147) – SN: 055096
1782/07/07 – Quebec – Haldimand to Pollock
Acknowledging receipt of Lord Shelburne’s despatches. (Page 152) – SN: 055097
1782/07/16 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No.1)
Relating to complaints brought by Mrs. Hay, Mr. DuCalvet and Mr. Cuthbert against him. The facility with which charges of the most heinous nature may be made at a distance of 3,000 miles. Detailed statement of the imprisonment of Charles Hay, complained of by Mrs. Hay; of DuCalvet’s arrest and imprisonment. He acted in conformity with instructions in the arrest of Charles Hay, Cazeau and DuCalvet, to prevent them from doing mischief and to deter others, and they have had every possible indulgence. Explanations of Cuthbert’s claim given in full detail. (Page 152) – SN: 055098
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No.2)
Relating to the people of Vermont. The concern he feels at the negotiations becoming known and discovered in the Assembly of the State of New York. In obedience to Lord Sackville’s letter of 26th July, 1781, that no expense should be spared in bringing over the people of Vermont, and that a force should be kept on the frontiers, he had renewed the negotiations and prepared to occupy Crown Point. The correspondence showed leading characters anxious for reconciliation, &c. The orders from Carleton to act on the defensive only. Transmits correspondence showing the proposals made, but is cautious till he knows Carleton’s measures, of which he has not heard, so as not to embarrass the action of the Commissioners sent to negotiate for a reconciliation. The intelligence from Carleton must in a great measure determine the conduct to be followed. He will neglect nothing to retain the people of Vermont; the best consequences would result from a union with these people. The proclamation prepared was not issued, the people of Vermont not being willing to accept the terms offered. Their proposals deserve serious consideration should there be no peace. Their country would be a strong barrier, and their separation from Congress would be followed by that of others. (Page 165) – SN: 055099
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No.3)
Sending despatches by the Quebec, Capt. Boyd, who has orders not to let them fall into the enemy’s hands. Has sent orders to the posts to prevent offensive operations, but it is difficult to restrain the up country savages. Is afraid that the wanton and barbarous massacre to the Moravian Indians will be severely revenged by the Delaware, &c. The exasperation of the Indians for the cruelties practiced on them by the rebels in the upper country. Plan of attack concerted in Congress; is afraid that Brant has had some notice of it before he left Detroit, whence he had left for Oswego, to assist in engaging the Six Nations to establish the fort, which the Indians had worked at, contrary to all precedent. Brant and a party set off for the Mohawk, but hopes Ross can recall them before they can do more mischief. The good effects of establishing the fort at Oswego. (Page 170) – SN: 055100
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No. 4)
Recommending George Davison for the first vacancy in the Council. His claims are superior to those of Mr. Winslow, recommended by Mr. Ellis. (Page 172) – SN: 055101
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No. 5)
Has received information for the appointment of Sir John Johnson as Superintendent General of Indian affairs; will consult with him on the arrangements for reduction in the vast expenses; cannot recommend Mr. Finlay to be appointed Superintendent of Provincial Maîtres de Postes; it is a useless appointment; the Savoyard priests not arrived; Mr. Hamilton appointed to Quebec, and J. Hay to succeed him at Detroit; both have arrived. (Page 173) – SN: 055102
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (private)
Statement, at length, of the effect of the system of granting credits to the merchants on bills drawn on the Treasury. (Page 175) – SN: 055103
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (private)
Lt. Col. Hope shall be appointed Quartermaster General, on the removal of Lieut. Col. Carleton to the southward. (Page 179) – SN: 055104
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury (No. 1)
Respecting the credit given to merchants on bills of exchange; the letter enters minutely into details. (Page 180) – SN: 055105
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Treasury (No. 2)
The state of the military chest. (Page 187) – SN: 055106
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Secretary at War
Explaining his reasons for Prohibiting officers of the staff taking the command of posts, &c., without a particular order. (Page 193) – SN: 055107
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Pollock
That a warrant has issued for the allowance of £200 a year, formerly enjoyed by his predecessor. (Page 195) – SN: 055108
1782/07/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Duke of Richmond
Arrival of miners, ordnance and artillery stores. (Page 195) – SN: 055109
1782/07/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne
Introducing Major Carleton, who has obtained leave of absence. (Page 196) – SN: 055110
1782/08/15 – Quebec – Haldimand to Sherburne (No.6)
Transmits additional papers respecting the complaints of Hay, DuCalvet and Cuthbert; the danger of countenance from the other aide of the Atlantic; no one acquainted with the circumstances doubts that Ray, Cazeau, DuCalvet, Pillon and others had sent intelligence to the rebels; the good effects of their confinement; if they were enlarged, many others would have to be confined; many in the Province only restrained by fear from affording assistance to the revolted colonies. (Page 197) – SN: 055111
1782/08/15 – Quebec – Haldimand to Sherburne (No.7)
Had despatched a messenger to New York relative to the affairs of Vermont. Arrival of H. from Vermont with reports of the state of feeling. It was not safe to bring the question of reunion before the Assembly; the people becoming daily more averse to Congress. Washington’s visit; had taken no notice of the people of Vermont. Documents relating to the negociations enclosed. Great caution enjoined on the agents for Vermont. The order for a cessation of hostilities will be considered as a favour conferred on them. (Page 199) – SN: 055112
1782/08/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No.8)
Sending duplicates. Reports received that Congress will listen to nothing but independence, and have given orders to prosecute the war. The order to stop hostilities from the Province complied with. Brant returned without doing much damage. Hopes that the enemy has abandoned designs on Detroit, &c. A large scout sent from New York to range between Lakes Champlain and George. Has been compelled to protest bills drawn by Sinclair from Michillimakinak. Sir John Johnson, Hope, &c., to proceed there to investigate; Col. Carleton will not go to New York till he hears from Sir Guy. Indian presents not yet arrived; the .evil consequences. Washington’s object in visiting Albany and the frontier posts was to take steps to guard against a reported invasion from Canada. (Page 201) – SN: 055113
1782/08/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne (No.9)
Transmitting the application for the salary of the Commissioners for executing the office of Chief Justice. (Page 204) – SN: 055114
1782/08/17 – Quebec – Haldimand to Shelburne
Introducing Capt. Cullen of the 53rd, on leave of absence, and who carries despatches. (Page 206) – SN: 055115
1782/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No. 3)
That the off reckonings to Sir John Johnson for the two battalions have been settled. (Page 209) – SN: 055116
1782/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Paymaster General
Has received notice of the appointment of Mr. Winslow to be Deputy Paymaster; his arrival in spring, Every assistance has he en rendered him. (Page 214) – SN: 055117
1782/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Secretary at War
Transmitting tho proceedings of Court Martial on Capt. Maclean, of the 8th, for consideration. It is opposed to the opinions of the Attorney-General, and as he is himself inadequate to judge, has not published the sentence, but submits it for His Majesty’s consideration. (Page 224) – SN: 055118
1782/10/20 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend (No.1)
Acknowledging receipt of the notice of his appointment as one of the Secretaries of State. (Page 225) – SN: 055119
1782/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.4)
Has received intimation of tho salary of £500 being allowed William Owen, Judge of Common Pleas, and of £579 168. to Harry Dunn and others for repairs. These have been already paid on warrants, and cannot appear as charges in tho accounts of Sir Thomas Mills. (Page 210) – SN: 055120
1782/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.10)
In addition to tho requisition for £50,000, he has made a further requisition for £100,000 for contingent and extraordinary expenses. (Page 217) – SN: 055121
1782/10/21 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend (No. 2)
Transmitting the Ordinances passed by the last Council, with remarks. (Page 225) – SN: 055122
1782/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.5)
Has received letter that Harley and Drummond had been ordered to send out the sums in their hands for the subsistence of the troops and £50,000 for extraordinaries, and also the disapprobation of the Commissioners of the practice of giving bills of exchange upon partial credit. An entire stop is put to the practice. (Page 211) – SN: 055123
1782/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord Keppel
Enclosing petition respecting the fisheries and Indian trade on the Labrador coast. If two or three small vessels should be sent out, as requested recommends that they be confined to that object and placed under the command of the Admiral at Newfoundland. (Page 223) – SN: 055124
1782/10/22 – Haldimand to Townshend (No.3)
Transmitting duplicates of the papers relative to the complaints of Hay, DuCalvet and Cuthbert. Affairs will not justify any relaxation of vigilance or severity with regard to tho known abettors of France and America within the Province, but the contrary, as the Province next summer is likely to become the theatre of war. (Page 228) – SN: 055125
1782/10/22 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend (No.4)
The exertions he bad used to diminish and check the expenses at the upper posts and for the Indians. Tho charge against Messrs, Taylor and Forsyth for drawing largely in excess of their account at Niagara, and the legal proceedings given in detail. Respecting tho protest of bills drawn by Sinclair from Michillimakinak, &c (Page 229) – SN: 055126
1782/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.6)
That Lieut. Curling’s account has been examined and paid, as directed. (Page 212) – SN: 055127
1782/10/23 – Quebec – Haldimand to Townshend (No.5)
Copies transmitted of letters from Detroit show the impossibility of entirely restraining the Indians from war, while the Virginians continue their attempts to dispossess them of their most valuable country. The danger of evacuating that country, both for itself and for Detroit, and the hurtful effect on the minds of the Indians. Orders given to restrain the Indians but if the Virginians continue their encroachments it will be impossible. The services and sufferings of the Indians, by whose attachment the Province was preserved; details given of the losses of the different tribes. The impossibility of removing DePeyster, or of putting over him as Lieut. Governor a half pay lieutenant Hay. (Page 233) – SN: 055128
1782/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Secretary at War
Recommending the case of the widow of Major McAlpine for consideration. (Page 206) – SN: 055129
1782/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord Keppel
Proposing that the Canceaux should be put out of commission and used as a prison ship. (Page 207) – SN: 055130
1782/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Lord Keppel
Urging the claims of Capts, Chambers and Schank for promotion to the rank of post captain. (Page 208) – SN: 055131
1782/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.7)
Acknowledging receipt of instructions upon the subject of drawing bills of exchange, purchasing the Seigniory of Sorel, and the money in the hands of the Collector of Customs. The Deputy Paymaster has been ordered to receive and give bills for the latter. The other subjects have been already answered. (Page 213) – SN: 055132
1782/10/24 – Quebec – Haldimand to Secretary at War
Introducing Capt. McKinnon, of Butler’s Rangers; his services. Has had leave of absence, owing to bad health. If not recovered so as to return in spring, asks that he be provided for, so that an officer can be put in his room. (Page 216) – SN: 055133
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No.
Has received the copy of a contract with John Whitlock and others for supplying 15,000 troops in the Province with provisions for 52 weeks. (Page 213) – SN: 055134
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Treasury (No. 9)
That the strictest attention shall be given to the Minute of Treasury upon the subject of purchasing and delivering Indian presents. (Page 214) – SN: 055135
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to the Secretary at War
Has given the necessary directions that, as directed, all officers not upon the establishment, but appointed by the Commander-in-Chief in the Colonies, shall hold local and temporary rank and be paid out of the contingencies. (Page 215) – SN: 055136
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke, the Treasury (No. 11)
Transmitting an account of the revenues of Canada for the last six years. Besides these, there are quit rents, &c., for the lands at or near Detroit, of which he has found no account. Has applied to Hamilton and DePeyster for information. (Page 218) – SN: 055137
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke, the Treasury (No. 12)
Sending reports of the committees appointed to examine the several provincial accounts. (Page 219) – SN: 055138
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke (No. 13)
Requesting that the complaint of Major Holland of his salary for 1766 not being paid may be laid before the Commissioners. (Page 220) – SN: 055139
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke (No. 14)
Has succeeded in obtaining from the Hon, John Cochrane an account of the interest on the public money. Proper inquiry will be made into the transaction. (Page 221) – SN: 055140
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke (No. 15)
Sending abstract of warrants. (Page 222) – SN: 055141
1782/10/25 – Quebec – Haldimand to Richard Burke (No. 16)
Transmitting list of bills drawn from the upper posts. Has refused to accept bills drawn by Governor Sinclair, Michillimakinak, for £65,000, N. Y. Cy. In a few days, when they would have fallen due if accepted, will offer to pay to the holders for such articles as appear to be reasonable, leaving the remainder to a minute investigation. (Page 222) – SN: 055142