Nova Scotia Archives

Footprints in the Sand

Pre‐1867 Government Records for Sable Island

David Lawrence's receipt for portion due him in saving materials from the Brig Orpheus

13 May 1832. — 2 pages : 30 x 25 cm.

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Received Halifax 15th May 1832 from the Commissioners for the affairs of Sable Island Eight pounds 6/8 being my proportion of £50 allowed by the Referees for services performed in assisting to save the Cargo and Materials of Brig Orpheus.

£8.6.8
D
David Lawrence

502

2 pages 30 x 25 cm

Date: 13 May 1832

Reference: Nova Scotia Archives RG 31 series 120 volume 2 number 502