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Pre‐1867 Government Records for Sable Island

Letter from John Campbell to the Honorable John Harvey in regards to the conduct of the Commissioner's of Sable Island

1848. — 4 pages : 30 x 47 cm.

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and cargo. I have not previously known Mr Darby, and I made my purchase, without exchanging any conversation with him, or without any compact or understanding either with Mr Darby, or any other person whatever. I consider the transaction one of purely a public nature, and beg distinctly to state, that in the whole transaction I have acted with perfect fairness and uprightness, and I trust no impediment will be used to prevent me from reaping any benefits, which might result to me from a purchase made in such a public manner.

I have the honor to be
Your Excellencys Most
Obedient Humble Servant
John Campbell


4 pages 30 x 47 cm

Date: 1848

Reference: Nova Scotia Archives RG 1 volume 425 number 37

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