Letter to Mess. Smith and Hamilton of Queenston from McTavish and Galloway, Montreal.
Item
Title
Letter to Mess. Smith and Hamilton of Queenston from McTavish and Galloway, Montreal.
Description
The letter asks that Smith and Hamilton provide them with the particulars of the postage acct., such as the weight and measurement of each package, so that they can judge the accuracy of the charges. A lengthy reply to a previous letter is also addressed, concerning accounts. It is stated that they do not open any accounts of a mercantile nature with any persons on the communication, as they confine themselves solely to the Indian trade. Not being aware of this, Mr. McGillivray promised an advance to Mr. Smith. This exception will be honoured, however, since they must pay for goods purchased immediately, and without commission, they state that in the future they will be unable to assist in this way again. He also states that their transport business for the coming season will not be greater than the last, January 16, 1819.
Creator
McTavish & Galloway
Date
1819
Subject
Alexander Hamilton
Source
Alexander Hamilton/Early Canada Postal collection, RG 699, Archives and Special Collections, Brock University.
