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Footprints in the Sand

Pre‐1867 Government Records for Sable Island

Letter to Sir John Harvey regarding the report of the Honorable J. Howe

1851. — 2 pages : 30 x 48 cm.

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I understand that the recent Survey
is likely to establish the position of
the Island as given in the Admiralty
Chart.

I have the honor to be
Your Excellencys
Most obedient
humble servant

[signature of G H[illegible]]

Vice Admiral, and
Commander in Chief.


2 pages 30 x 48 cm

Date: 1851

Reference: Nova Scotia Archives RG 1 volume 425 number 89

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