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Dec 3, 1835
Saint Stephen
To show the rising importance of this village, we subjoin the following list of vessels, owned and sailing out of Saint Stephen, together with the names of their enterprising owners.
Nehemiah, 275 tons, Owner N. Marks
Sarah Henrietta, 250, do
Hester, 232, do
Susan, 195, do
Caroline, 140, do
Royal William, 276, William Porter
Sir John Moore, 75, do
Emeline, 130, F. H Todd and Co.
 Robert , 185, do
Cadwallader, 156, John Marks
Eliza Ann, 190, R. N. Lindsey
Janet Grant, 97, Alexander Grant
Unity, 151, W. and J. Andrews
Woodbine, 190, John McAllister
Total tonnage: 2642

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Dec 15, 1836
Launches
We are in arrear, from some involuntary cause, in our announcement of the launch of two superior vessels built in this County. The first, a frigate built Ship of 580 old and 689 new tonnage, built a Brandy Cove in this Parish by J. N. M. Brewer and Mr. J. Briggs, for Messrs. Cannon, Miller, and Co., of Liverpool. She is named the Alexander Grant, after the Collector of H. M. Customs of this Port. It is well known that Mr. Brewer's vessels have raised and sustained the character of the naval architecture of this Country. The other is a fine ship of 480 tons register, built at the Ledge, St. Stephen, by Mr. O. Hinds for William Porter, of St. Stephen. Those who recollect the Sir John ? constructed b the same builder for our enterprising friend Mr. Porter, will not require any encomium from us on the professional abilities of Mr. Hinds. The name of this vessel is the Joseph Porter.

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Oct 5, 1839
The following is a list of Vessels now owned in, and sailing out of Saint Stephen, with the amount of tonnage, number of men, and the names of the respective owners.

Ships
Charles Humberston, 640 tons, 20 men, Henry Eastman owners
Joseph Porter, 482, 18, William Porter

Brigs
Sarah Henrietta 252, 10, Nehemiah Marks
Hester, 232, 9, N. Marks
Gertrude, 229, 8, W. and I. I. Andrews
Martha Ann, 216, 7, Frink and Benson
Eliza Ann, 191, 7, R. and N. Lindsay
 Robert , 185, 9, F. H. Todd
Maria, 176, 8, William Porter
Elizabeth Porter, 167, 9 J and G. M. Porter
Eliza Gillis, 155, 8, J. Gillis and J. Grimmer
Hebe, 130, 3, Alexander Grant
Blue Nose, 159, 7, Todd and McAlliser
Helen Marks, 159, 8, Jno. Marks
Cadwallader, 156, 8, Jno Marks
Sarah Lovett, 145, 7, F. H. Todd

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July 3, 1844
Thomas Wyer, chair of St. Andrews Chamber of Commerce, publishes address to Alexander Grant on his departure for England, deploring the recent change in Colonial Trade policy which has been so harmful to local commerce. Mr. Grant pens a respectful response. Nothing specific however on either end. Address to Grant from local merchants July 10, 1844.

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July 3/1844
Our streets—"We observe that our new Commissioners are determined to mend our highways. Water Street is being nearly all gravelled, and the sidewalks are undergoing great improvements. We trust that some of the sidewalks and streets in the interior, however, which require some attention, will be looked after by our indefatigable Commissioner."

Address to Alexander Grant, Esquire
The following address was handed to Alexander Grant, Esq., by a Committee from the Chamber of Commerce on his departure for England. Mr. Grant was highly esteemed here as a Gentleman, and as the principal officer of the Customs, he at all times gave every facility to the interests of the trade, as far as consistent with his duty. We wish him, his amiable lady and family a pleasant passage.
            St. Andrews, New Brunswick., 26th June, 1844
            To Alexander Grant, Esquire
            Collector of Her Majesty's Customs at the Port of St. Andrews, in New Brunswick
            Sir,
            The Chamber of Commerce of this Port, having learned that you are about to embark for England, and intend being absent for some time, on a visit to your friends in that country, cannot allow you to depart without expressing their high estimation of the faithful and zealous manner, in which during a period of upwards of twelve years [1832] you have performed the duties of your office, as Collector at this Port. We are fully satisfied that the Mercantile Community of this place have received from you during your residence among us, every facility and attention, consistent with your duty; and that you have on all occasions promoted the interest and welfare of the public.
            The injury which the trade of this Port has sustained from the course of Colonial Policy recently adopted by the Mother Country, you from your official situation, are fully aware of, and therefore beg leave to solicit any aid which it may be in your power to bestow, while in England, in the furtherance of the object of a petition sometime since forwarded by this body to Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen, a copy of which we take the liberty of handing to you, with our sincere wishes for a safe passage for yourself, amiable lady and family, and that you may soon return to take up your abode amongst us.
            I have the honor to be Sir,
            Your obedient Servant,
            On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce,
            John McKean, Secretary, and Thomas Wyer, Chairman

           
To the Chairman of the Commerce of St. Andrews, New Brunswick:
            Gentleman,
            I beg to return my grateful thanks for the handsome manner in which you have conveyed your estimation of my official services during the period I have resided amongst you. I have received a copy of a memorial which has been already been sent to Her Majesty, and be assured I shall do all in my power to forward the views of your chamber by representing in the proper manner, the situation in which the Trade of this place is in under the present Laws.
            Accept my thanks for the expressions of kindness with which you have honored myself and family. I shall ever be mindful of the happy days I have spent amongst you and shall fee time heavy on my hands until I return to your Society.
            I have the honor to be,
            Gentlemen,
            Your very obedient servant,
            Alexander Grant
           

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Aug 12, 1846
Alexander Grant, Esquire, Collector of H. M. Customs of this Port, Lady and two children, arrived at St. John, in the ship "Avon" from Liverpool on Thursday last. Gr. Grant arrived here on Tuesday evening.

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June 15/1864
Died
At Hillside, St. Andrews, on the 14th inst., Alexander Grant, in the 77th year of his age, formerly Collector of Customs at this port. The funeral will leave the house at 4 o'clock Thursday.

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June 22/1864
Obituary
We last week briefly noticed the death of Alexander Grant, in the 77th year of his age, and we deem it due to his memory to give a more extended notice. He had been employed in H. M. Customs, the greater portion of his life, and for many years filled the situation of Collector at this Port, from which he retired some time ago on a superannuated allowance. As an officer of the Customs he was not surpassed in the knowledge of the law and the practice of that Department. In his office he was prompt, punctual and accommodating, which qualifies he enforced on all under him. In private life he possessed many friends, and was well known for his genial disposition and liberal hospitality. His talents for mechanical pursuits was of the highest order, and he has left behind him many evidences of his skill and taste. His memory will long be cherished by his friends, and his removal will be much regretted by many who partook of his liberality.