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D. Bell letters, 1777
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This collection is made up of 4 letters that D. Bell, Jr., wrote to his parents in England while traveling in Canada during the summer of 1777. Bell discussed his uncomfortable transatlantic voyage, his leisure activities in North America, his relationship with a woman back home, and other subjects. His letters contain brief references to the colonial "Rebels" and to General John Burgoyne.
This collection is made up of 4 letters that D. Bell, Jr., wrote to his parents in England while traveling in Canada during the summer of 1777. Bell discussed his uncomfortable transatlantic voyage, his leisure activities in North America, his relationship with a woman back home, and other subjects. His letters contain brief references to the colonial "Rebels" and to General John Burgoyne. See the Detailed Box and Folder Listing for more information about each item.
. D[aniel] Bell, Jr. ALS to Mr. [Daniel] Bell; [Saint Lawrence River] and "Isle of Bic." , 1777 June 10
5 pages
Box 53, Small Collections, Folder 28
Has arrived at the Saint Lawrence River, bound for the Isle of Bic, after a lengthy and disagreeable transatlantic voyage. Description of bad weather and rough passage, including difficulty eating meals and injuries sustained when Bell fell onto a gun and into a group of bayonets. Encounters with friendly ships initially thought to be enemy vessels, one of which fired its guns to celebrate the King's birthday. Admiration for ill sailors who helped secure the ship when expecting engagements with the enemy. Arrival at Isle of Bic after 7 weeks, 6 days' travel from Portsmouth, [England]. Admiration for local man who ate only game that he himself had killed.
. [Daniel Bell, Jr.] AL to [Daniel Bell]; Québec., 1777 July 23
4 pages
Box 53, Small Collections
Fragment. Disappointment after receiving no letters from England. Desire for Miss Scriven and family to be treated well should they visit England. Fly fishing, cock shooting, and other sporting activities in North America. Differences between North American and English birds and fish. Plans to travel to New York after communication is opened. Desire to return to England within the year. New report of General Burgoyne's capture of Fort Ticonderoga.
. [Daniel Bell, Jr.] AL to Mrs. [Catherine Barclay] Bell; Québec. , 1777 August 4-5
7 pages
Box 53, Small Collections
Receipt of letters from home. Relationship with Miss Scriven and regret that he cannot pursue it further due to their differing religious views. Opinions about a friend's engagement. Desire to see and hear from family members, including "P. Wakefield" and a brother in Guernsey. Happy to have parents' likenesses in his possession. Plans to dine with Guy Carleton.
. D[aniel] B[ell, Jr.] ALS to Mr. [Daniel] Bell; Québec. , 1777 August 7
3 pages
Box 53, Small Collections
New acquaintances and good hospitality. Account of cock shooting trip of July 24. Differences between North American and English birds. Does not expect to travel south and hopes to return by Christmas. News of and confidence in General Burgoyne's Albany campaign.