STATE PAPERS, UPPER CANADA. LIEUT. GOV. SIR J. COLBORNE, SIR F. B. HEAD, 1836. Q. 389-1-2. Part 1 paged from 1 to 216, part 2 from page 217 to 440. Mackenzie to 165 Goderich to Colborne. The Attorney and Solicitor General as representatives have a right to act for the best interests of the province but they cannot hold their situations and be in opposition to the avowed policy of His Majesty's Government. The King therefore, can no longer avail himself of their services. 161 Colborne to Stanley. At the request of Cartwright has sent resolutions passed at a meeting in Kingston. 169 Other notices of resolutions having been sent. 170, 171 175 Glenelg to Colborne. Acknowledges receipt of dispatches. Colborne to Glenelg (No. 55). Will in a few days write fully on the subject to which the dispatch refers and offer his observations on questions requiring most serious attention. Sends report of the select committee on grievances. 175 176 Memorandum showing purport of the reports on grievances. 1836. Rowan to Markland. The Lieutenant Governor desires to know how many years the sum of £284 15s. 5d. has been outstanding in the hands of Hagerman, late Collector at Kingston. 179 Warrant to pay Hagerman, late Collector at Kingston £211 5s. 113d. sterling, being the amount of a claim on the Crown fund conditionally admitted. 182 Hagerman to the Inspector General in explanation of claim for share in the seizure of a United States vessel contravening the navigation laws, with opinion of the Attorney General dated 28th April, 1817, and details of the seizure and further proceedings. 183 198 Bill for the amount of the sum claimed as share of the seizure. Unsigned to Lord Hill. Appointment of Sir Francis Bond Head to succeed Colborne as a Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada. 115 Glenelg to Head. Sends copies of correspondence with the Secretary at War respecting the appointment of an aide-de-camp for whose pay application has been made to the Treasury. 18-10 (A printed report. A manuscript copy is at page 141.) 541 116 1835. December 30. Toronto. 1836. January 2, Toronto. January 5, Toronto. January 5, January 6, January 8. January 11, January 13, 1-2 EDWARD VII., A. 1902 Rowan to Markland. If the Inspector General allowed the balance held by the Collector at Kingston to remain unsettled for eleven years before he closed his account, the accountant has reason to complain of being classed as a defaulter. The case may be brought before the committee of finance that the claim may be allowed or referred for the decision of His Majesty's Government. Page 180 Beikie to Colborne. Enclosed in Colborne to Glenelg, 13th January, 1836. Colborne to Glenelg (separate). Letter and dispatches received. The correspondence cannot have inflicted more pain on his Lordship than on him (Colborne.) Had never had any correspondence, public or private, of this character except when Ripon was Colonial Secretary and that was explained to their mutual satisfaction. Cannot expect that his political course is to be approved of, but he cannot persuade himself that the style of the dispatches is such as ought to have been adopted in writing to an officer appointed by the King to administer the Government of an important colony. If in looking over the dispatches bearing his Lordship's signature he does not think that he (Colborne) has cause of complaint then he shall rejoice that the correspondence is drawing to a close. 30 The same to the same (No. 1). Has received dispatches and a private letter that he was to be speedily relieved from the government of the province. His letter of resignation dated 2nd December may be by this time in his possession or will be so in a few days. Had been impelled by the character of His Lordship's correspondence to retire from a situation in which he considered himself to have been unjustly treated, there was no motive for continuing the correspondence, except the natural desire to leave a vindication of his conduct. Proceeds to vindicate his conduct at considerable length. 3 The same to the same (No. 2). Shall, as desired, continue the session of the Legislature till he shall receive further instructions. Is informing the Consul of New York of the time of the arrival of the messenger with dispatches. 33 Markland recommends that Hagerman's statement be referred to the Executive Council. 199 Colborne to Glenelg (No. 3). Sends returns of Crown lands and of clergy reserves sold or granted during the year to 31st December, 1835. 35 Enclosed. Return of Crown lands sold and granted to 31st December, 1835. 36 39 The same of clergy reserves. Colborne to Glenelg (No. 4). The fees of the clerk of the Executive Council having fallen considerably below the estimate, recommends that Beikie be paid £600 a year and the fees be paid in on account of the public. 40 Enclosed. Beikie to Colborne. His fees as clerk of the Executive Council only amounted to £52 10s. 6d. for the year. Asks that his salary be fixed at £600, exclusive of incidental fees. 42 January 13, Head to Glenelg. Had arrived the previous day and will proceed to 117 Colborne to Glenelg (No. 5). Opened the provincial legislature on the 14th. Sends copy of his speech at opening. 44 Enclosed. Speech. 45 January 15, January 15, Report of the Executive Council. Recommends that Hagerman be paid £234 15s. 6d. currency on furnishing a bond to repay the amount should it not be admitted by the Treasury. Enclosed. Bond for repayment. 199 200 SESSIONAL PAPER No. 18 1836. January 17, Bond to repay if the claim is not admitted. January 22, Enclosed in report of the Colborne to Glenelg (No. 6). Sends copy of addresses in reply to his speech. Enclosed. Address from the Legislative Council. Answer. Address from the Legislative Assembly. Page 54 55 62 63 74 Colborne to Glenelg (No. 7). Sends copy of message which he transmitted to the House of Assembly. 75 Answer. January 22, Toronto. January 24, January 29, February 4, February 5, Enclosed. Message to the House of Assembly with dispatch from the Colonial Secretary. 76 Colborne to Glenelg (No. 8). Asks that the settlement of the Indians at Manitoulin Island from the northern shores of Lake Huron be approved of. The saving in the distribution of presents that will be effected. Anderson, the superintendent, a missionary and a schoolmaster will reside constantly there to civilize the tribes. If the plan should succeed, His Lordship may be assured, notwithstanding the discussion, that all the tribes in Canada are collected in villages, schools instituted for their benefit and they are placed under persons interested in their welfare. Few cases of intoxication occur, except among visiting Indians residing in the United States. The annexed statement will show the progress made. 77 Enclosed. Anderson to Colborne. lishments under his care. Reports the state of the Indian estab 80 Head to Glenelg. In consequence of the depth of snow had only reached Toronto the previous day and will be sworn in on the next day (the 25th). Will deliver his speech to the two Houses on Friday or Saturday. 118 Report from the Christian Guardian. Enclosed in Colborne to Glenelg, 9th February, 1836. Glenelg to Head. The Lords of the Treasury have assented to the proposal to pay in the meantime an aide-de-camp for Head. 116 Head to Glenelg, Urges the necessity of being properly supported in his Government. If not he shall be obliged to resign his office. 142 Head to Stephen. He would no doubt see his public and private letters. Asks as a favour that he would inform Lady Head whether he is to continue Lieut. Governor of the Province or not. Any decision by Glenelg will not alter his prospects, but he is naturally anxious that his family should not be kept in suspense. He has given up his house at Kensington. Has secured berths for his family and servants; the ship will arrive in England in March, when Lady Head must give her answer to the captain. If relieved he would desire to return to his family as quickly as possible and his successor should be instantly dispatched. With only the means placed at his disposal is convinced that an angel from Heaven would avail himself of his wings and fly away. If he is to be relieved it should be done as soon as possible and his successor speedily appointed. Colborne instead of living quietly and saving money as was believed had entertained lavishly and at this troublesome time, the rule cannot be broken, but Government should not require that the social observances not only absorb his salary but drain his private purse. His accession to civil rank is not too great a remuneration for having given up an income and position in society, which after a struggling life he had managed to attain. In a postscript attention is called to the insufficiency of his allowances. 144 Same to Glenelg (No. 3). Had reported his arrival. Was sworn in as Lieut. Governor. Departure of Colborne accompanied by a vast concourse of people. After interviews with people of all classes, he believes a good feeling generally prevails. The best element remains at the bottom, whilst the surface is agitated by factious discussions. The misrepresentation of all 1-2 EDWARD VII., A. 1902 public events made by the newspapers. It produces little evil in Toronto where it is understood, but its dissemination in remote districts and in Lower Canada produces a moral contagion. Nothing can satisfy the republican party, which is implacable, their object being to secure the Government for the sake of lucre. Had resolved not to conciliate any party but to act fearlessly. Sends extracts from his speech at opening the House. His reasons for giving to the House his instructions in full. Page 355 Head to Glenelg (No. 4). Complains of the inadequacy of the means at his disposal to contend with the difficulties which surround him. The dispatch is divided into three parts, namely (1) The present political state of Upper Canada; (2) The manner in which the Government of Upper Canada has hitherto been administered in which he reports the great amount of work thrown on his shoulders; (3) The inadequate means he possesses. His want of personal means to maintain hospitality; his military rank inferior to that of many in the province and the necessity to have proper attendance to perform the various duties devolving on him. 357 verso Departure of Sir John and Lady Colborne. Long account given by the Montreal Gazette taken from Toronto papers. 120 Colborne to Glenelg. Calls attention to the report in the Christian Guardian of a debate in the Assembly at Toronto, to show that the grievance report was never sanctioned by the House of Assembly. His Lordship attached much importance to it although it had never been adopted by the House nor transmitted by him (Colborne) and contained gross falsehoods and misrepresentations. 85 Enclosed. Report of the debate from the Christian Guardian. 87 Four addresses from the Assembly for warrants on account of contingencies. Those for 10th February and 10th March were complied with, those for 14th and 20th April were refused. 395 Enclosed. Speech of the Lieut. Governor on closing the Legislature recapitulating the chief events of the session. 396 Addresses from different parts of the province to Head with the number of signatures. 398 Address from Toronto in support of Head. 398 398 verso to 401 verso February 11, Editorial remarks of the Courier on the instructions of Glenelg to Head. Their satisfactory nature. 203 Return to a resolution for a copy of the address from the House of Assembly. 371 Address of the Assembly on the depressed state of agriculture caused by the laws relating to the commerce and shipping of the United Kingdom. February 12, February 15, 371 Statement of the names and dates of appointment of the members of Council and Law Officers of the Crown. 172 Head to Glenelg (No. 6). Sends resolution passed in the Assembly. 368 Enclosed. Resolution. Respecting resolutions for reform. 368 Head to Glenelg (No. 5). Sends address moved by Mackenzie in the Assembly of which 2,000 copies were printed. Has sent copies of dispatches asked for which under other circumstances he might have refused. vinced that the population of Lower Canada will rally to the support of Government. Sends copy of address from Toronto with his answer. 361 Enclosed. Proceedings of the Assembly on the subject of an address to Head for information on the affairs of the colony. Message in answer to the address, Is con 361 365 verso Address from the City Council of Toronto to Head expressing attachment to the King and constitution. Answer. 367 verso 368 SESSIONAL PAPER No. 18 1836. February 15, Toronto. February 16, February 16, February 17, Toronto. February 22, February 29, Head to Stephen. Is anxious on account of his family, to know his fate but personally he is tranquil. Is convinced that he has not asked for more support than the importance of his duties requires, and that from the growth of Upper Canada half of the allowance given to Maitland cannot be considered sufficient for him (Head). When a government demands the services of an individual in a well paid occupation they should not leave him without remuneration and actually to expend his private fortune. Should he return he would have the great world to contend with and be too old to fight it. Urges his claim to a larger allowance. Page 149 Address from the Assembly to Head asking him to forward an address to the King on the state of trade and commerce. 220 Head to Glenelg (No. 7). Sends copy of letter from the Attorney General which will give full information respecting the bill to enable the Ordnance department to buy and sell land. 210 Enclosed. Attorney General to the Lieutenant Governor. Sends in-. formation respecting the bill to enable the Ordnance department to buy and sell land. 211 Head to Glenelg (No. 8). Prays that the appointment of Hepburn to be a clerk in the Indian department recommended by his predecessor may be speedily confirmed, Hepburn being an active and intelligent person, well qualified. 212 Enclosed. Hepburn to John Joseph. Respecting his appointment to the Indian department. Head to the Bishop of Regiopolis and Archdeacon Strachan. 213 Strachan to Joseph. Both enclosed in Head to Glenelg, 29th February, 1836. Head to Glenelg (No. 9). The Executive Council has reported the necessity of increasing their number. The refusal of Robert Baldwin to accept the office unless the three existing members are dismissed to please the Assembly, a demand refused by him (Head) on various grounds. Dr. Baldwin sent for, makes the same demand and is refused. Robert Baldwin afterwards accepts. Bidwell believes the appointments to be satisfactory to the Assembly. He (Head) does not expect that the Assembly will long discontinue its agitations, but he will afford them no reasonable cause for complaint. Sends copies of two addresses from the Assembly. Enclosed. 368 verso Official notification of the appointment of three members of the Executive Council. 370 Address from the Assembly for such part of the dispatch from Colborne as had not been already sent to the Assembly. 370 Head to Assembly. He cannot without the Colonial Secretary's consent send the dispatch asked for. The impropriety of making public dispatches respecting individuals, that being the nature of that part of Colborne's dispatch, which was not submitted to the Assembly. 370 verso Glenelg to Head. Has received dispatch. Approves of his appointments to the Executive Council, which he shall recommend to be confirmed. 370 verso Colborne to Glenelg. Respecting the construction of a canal at St. Ann's rapids on the Ottawa, sends plan and a memorial from the inhabitants of various districts. 97 |