JOURNAL ARTICLE

Letter 261: To James Macaulay Higginson, Civil and Private Secretary to Governor Charles Metcalfe, Kingston.[1].

  • Published In: Publications of the Champlain Society, 2025, v. 3. P. 190 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thompson, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a letter written in January 1844 by an individual in Montreal addressing a government official regarding their financial struggles and the lack of compensation for their work on maps related to the Oregon Territory and the Canada-U.S. boundary. The writer explains that they had initially intended to sell these maps to the U.S. government but were instead directed to offer them to Her Majesty's Government, resulting in a prolonged period without income. Despite the acknowledgment of their long service and the perceived value of their work, the writer highlights the disparity in treatment compared to others who received financial rewards for their contributions. The letter reflects the challenges faced by individuals dependent on government support during this period. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publications of the Champlain Society. 2025/01, Vol. 3, p190
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0384-6202
  • Accession Number:189265510
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