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Standard
March 20/1834
Just received (per British Tar) from New York. 13 boxes spermaceti candles. James W. Street.

Standard
June 18, 1835
Tobacco
Just received per "Edward Preble" from New York.
5 Kegs first quality tobacco, 16 hands to the lb. also bbls. And half bbls. New York superfine flour.
Do. Rye.
J. W. Street

Standard
March 10/1836
businesses in town: sail making - John Jarvis.
Tallow Candle making.
boot and shoemaking—Samuel Todd
Hardware and dry goods—James Street
Brick Kiln in Chamcook—John Wilson

Standard
Sept 1, 1838
Madras School House
To Be Built
Tenders will be received for building a schoolhouse by the Rector and Church Wardens of St. Andrews on or before Monday the seventeenth day of September next. The building to be as follows:
            Frame 48 by 22 feet 10 feet post hip roof to be of spruce the building to be covered with good merchantable boards and the whole to be shingled with good pine shingles; 4 windows, to be put into the building each window to have 36 lights 7 by 9 glass three lights high, and each sash to have two leaves, one to shoe behind the other and to be perfectly water right. A double floor to be laid throughout the building the upper floor to be planed and jointed in the usual manner two porches, to be put to the building each 6 by 4 feet to be boarded hinged and floor laid. A board partition to be put through the building so as to make it into two rooms each 24 by 32 feet. One closet to be taken off, each of the rooms properly shelved with doors and locks to each. The whole to be done in a workmanlike manner according to a plan to be seen at Mr. James Street's store. For further information apply to the Rector or church Wardens.
            Jerome Alley, Rector
            Thomas Wyer, and Peter Smith, Church Wardens
            Aug 27, 1838

Standard
Sept 23, 1842
Brig "Susan Watt"
For sale the superior Copper fastened new brig "Susan watt," 159 tons, N. M., together with boats, spars, water casks, etc., now lying at the Wharf of Mr. T. Watt in St. Andrews, this vessel having been built by special contract, expressly for the Jamaica Trade, great pains has been taken in her workmanship and she is considered a thoroughly built vessel in every respect and a superior model: apply to Messrs. Street and Wardlow Saint John or to the subscriber, J. W. Street.
            St. Andrews, Sept. 13, 1842

Standard
February 10, 1847
Valuable Property for Sale
That well known establishment in St. Andrews called "Copelands Hotel," at present occupied by the subscriber.
            The house if 50 feet by 40, with cellars, and kitchen and woodshed attached; there is stabling for 20 horses with barns, coach houses, spacious yard and other conveniences. No situation can be better adapted for the purpose of a respectable Hotel, being central, and close to the Steamboat landing, and adjoining the public square.
            The business of the House had been gradually on the increase and will necessarily advance on the completion of the contemplated railroad from St. Andrews to Quebec.
            Should this property not be sold by the last of April next, it will be to let for term of years.
            The terms of Sale will be moderate and liberal. For further particulars apply to James W. Street Esq., or he Subscriber.

Standard
May 31/1848
Ad for St. Andrews Foundry. Franklin stoves, Hall stoves, fire Frames, Plough metals, Cart Boxes. "Will cast at the shortest notice all descriptions of Iron Work and Composition for Ships, Mills, etc. James W. Street agent for John Aymar.

Standard
Aug 15, 1849
Steam Grist Mill Premises By Auction
On the 1st September
I will offer for sale, if not disposed of by private sale previously, those premises in Water Street, fitted up as a Steam Grist Mill. Terms on day of Sale. J. W. Street, Auctioneer.
Aug 6, 1849

Standard
April 7/1852
Telegraph line between England and Frances discussed. Steam sawmill in St. Andrews for sale. Comes with two gang saws with edging and trimming machines: lath machine, and provision for attachment of Grist Mill. J. W. Street and William Whitlock.

Standard
June 8/1853
No. 1 Torrent Fire Company
On Monday evening last, the Company belonging to Torrent Engine, turned out in their new uniforms with the Engine and hose carriage, for the purpose of trying the Engine. They marched up Water Street and presented a very neat and orderly appearance; the dress is a fireman's cap painted black, with a guard of triangular form in front, on which is gilded the figure 1; blue shirt with red collar and facings, dark overhauls, fastened with a broad leather belt. Several experiments were made with the Engine as to its capacity in throwing water. With upwards of 150 feet of hose a large stream was thrown over Mr. Street's two-story brick house, and with 80 feet of hose a steady stream was thrown into and over the belfry on the Scotch church, a distance of 70 feet. In fact, the Engine gives entire satisfaction, and we may add, that should the services of the gallant Company be called into requisition, that fine body of men will be found "ready" and willing to do their duty.

Standard
Sept 17/1856
We beg leave to express our thanks to the many kind friends who assisted us so energetically, and successfully, in saving the Press, Type, and nearly all the effects of our Printing Office, on the occasion of the disastrous fire on the morning of the 12th inst. we are also desirous to add, that in consequence of the inconvenience to which we have been subjected by the compulsory change of office, and the unavoidable confusion into which our arrangements have been thrown, we are only able to issue a half sheet this day. We copy the following account of the fire from our contemporary of the Provincialist
            Fire. While the ruins are yet smoking, it our unwelcome task to record, as far as we are acquainted with circumstances the particulars of a serious conflagration, (the worst this town ever experienced) which happened in St. Andrews on the night of Wednesday the 10th inst. the fire as we are informed first caught in a building occupied by Mr. John Aymar, as a Spar and block maker's shop—it was discovered between 12 and 1 o'clock, a most inconvenient time for waking people up, but notwithstanding which, the Engine companies, and indeed the whole town was promptly on the spot, and did everything that could be done to extinguish the fire; circumstances were unfavourable, the tide was down, and difficult to procure water for the Engines; the whole block was consumed; and it was only by most strenuous exertions that the fire was prevented from communicating to the buildings in the neighborhood. Mr. Pheasant's extensive hotel establishment was in immediate danger, being on the opposite side of the street, and the wind blowing in that direction, the roof of his house, as also his stable, repeatedly caught and was put out again; but for the tall trees in front of his premises which partly intercepted the flaming embers, it is supposed they would have gone for it. The chief sufferers by the fire we understand are Mr. J. Aymar who has lost his stock in trade, as also his tools, and Mr. Quin, whose building was not insured. Our contemporary of the Standard is also burnt out, under much the same circumstances that we ourselves were about a month ago, that is to say, materials saved, only the time and trouble of setting up again—which is no trifle.
            There are now several gaps in the town caused by fire—we hope that ere long the improved state of business will cause them to be rebuilt. —Provincialist.

The following properties were consumed: the large range of buildings owned by the C. C. Bank on the Market Square, occupied by Mr. McElwee, as stone, dwelling and bake house; Standard Printing Office; Mr. Moore's tin ware shop, one unoccupied store, and two barns. On Water Street, Mr. Boyd's two stores, and store house; a house, store, and shed, occupied by Capt. McMaster, and owned by Mr. Street; store occupied by Mr. M. S. Hannah; the engine room, a workshop, tools, stock, foundry and blacksmith shop occupied by Mr. Aymar; store owned by Mr. C. O'Neill; dwelling house and blacksmith shop owned by Mr. Thomas Quinn; and a house owned by the estate of the late hon. Mr. Hatch. The estimated total loss is 4,000 pounds, upon which about 900 in insured. Capt. McMaster lost all his furniture and clothes, upon which there was no insurance.

Standard
Oct 7/1857
New Brunswick and Canada Railway
Opening Excursion to the Barber Dam
The morning of the first day of a October was happily ushered in with the full brilliancy of a glorious sunshine, and a cloudless sky, and could not fail to impart to all those who most desired it, the assurance of a fine day, which with the exception of a passing shower at noon was fully verified.
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            He (hon. Mr. Brown) considered this as one of the most remarkable days of his life. In the heart of this dense forest whereas a lumberman, he had wandered many a weary foot in days of "auld lang syne," was there a splendid railway train and a vast number of ladies and gentlemen assembled to compose and to enjoy the interesting spectacle. It was, however, melancholy to reflect, that the original projectors of this great work which now gave such promise of complete success, had one after another all passed away. How gratifying to them, had they been permitted to live and take a part in this day's proceedings! he (hon. Mr. Brown) remembered, and was sure that the gentleman on his right (Mr. Street) would also remember, the singular but most appropriate toast of their friend Mr. Walton, who was still alive—"fire and Water," man's two best friends, and two worst enemies!—that they may speedily unite in propelling machinery from this towards Quebec!" here was the old gentleman's desire, this day, at least partially accomplished. He (Mr. Brown) did not wish to be tedious, he would only remark that of all our wants in this province, we wanted more people to labour and develop its abundant resources. He had been in all parts of the Province and travelled through al the Northern and Eastern States and was quite certain that taken on an average, our agricultural capabilities in particular, as well as the resources of our forest, were far before theirs. He had ever recommended early marriages as the best means of increasing our population, and himself set the example, and raised a very large family; and now that the had an opportunity he would just say to the unmarried gentlemen and ladies there assembled "Go ye and do likewise."
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            Mr. Marsh returned thanks on behalf of the Contractors; as one of whom, he felt greatly obliged for the compliment paid in drinking their health. Mr. Julius Thompson gave "the press of New Brunswick," stating, that the press was acknowledged a powerful Engine for good or for evil, and without its aid no great undertaking had ever succeeded, and he hoped it would extend its impartial influence to the work which was now in hand, and which they had an opportunity of witnessing this day.
            the Editor of this paper briefly acknowledged the compliment, and said hat as an humble member of the press of New Brunswick, he had always been a warm advocate for this Railway and would ever continue to be such.
            Mr. J. W. Street proposed the health of the chairman. Drank with 3 times 3. The hon. Capt. Robinson responded in a happy and appropriate manner and was cheered throughout.

Standard
Feb 27/1861
Ref. to "the old steam mill on the Market Wharf." Julio Thompson defends location of, curves of, and presence of the railroad extension across the waterfront. 1. Eliminates the need for large depot grounds at RR terminus. 2. For rehandling by cartage. Contracted at 1,250 pounds. 3. Has induced merchants such as Gove, Street, Whitlock, Boyd and Hatch, to extend their wharves, "and thereby provide shipping accommodation, as well as piling room for lumber." Low water land only available. NO one would have allowed line to cross own property. 4. Curves no worse than on railways generally. (There was an accident on the Market Wharf.) St. Andrews needs a proper shunting Engine, as in England. A deep-water extension, out past old steam mill, would have been too expensive, and would have shut in Market Wharf.

Standard
July 6/1864
St. Andrews Businesses
A. S. Easton, Clothes. March 1837. Also scrivener.
Patrick Daly, dry goods. 1837
J. W. Street. Dry goods. 1837
John Kildea. Shoemaker. 1837
Central Fire Insurance Co. George Street 1837

Standard
Oct 21, 1868
An Account of the St. Andrews and Quebec Railroad from its First Inception in 1835.
By W. M. Buck
Third period 1850 – 1860
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            A special general meeting of the Stockholders was held pursuant to notion at the Town Hall, St. Andrews, Friday 8th march, J. H. Whitlock in the chair. The object of this special meeting was to consider the expediency of transferring to the Class A shareholders the rights privileges etc. rested in the corporation, to enable them to complete the railroad from St. Andrews to Woodstock. The following gentlemen were then elected Directors to fill vacancies by those removed viz: Capt. J. J. Robinson, George D. Street, William Whitlock, J. W. Street, H. H. Hatch, George D. Thompson.

Standard
Aug 11/1869
Death of Master of the Rolls
The melancholy duty devolves upon us, of recording the death of the Hon. Neville Parker, which took place here on Friday last. The Judge for the past two or three years had been in ill health, which led him to resign his seat on the Bench, recently. He came here with Mrs. And Miss Parker a few weeks ago, to visit his friends and enjoy the pure air, and appeared to be gaining strength. But his long continued ill health had so undermined his constitution, that he peacefully passed away on the morning of the 6th instant. At the opening of the Court, Judge Fisher having been apprised of the melancholy tiding, pronounced a eulogy on the character and abilities of the great and good man, and adjourned for the day.
            On Monday afternoon, the funeral cortege assembled at the departed Judge's late residence, the Sheriff and Doctor, the Magistrates of the County, the member of Parliament and Collector of this Port, walking two deep, led the mournful procession, followed by the Barristers in their robes; next followed the hearse with the remains of the departed Judge; the Pall bearers, the Hon. Mr. Justice Fisher, Hon. William Todd, County Judge Stevens, J. W. Street, G. F. Campbell, and William Carman, after whom followed the mourners, and a large concourse of gentlemen from Fredericton, St. John, this Town and County. After service in the new Church, the procession reformed, and proceeded to the new Rural Cemetery, where the remains were deposited in the narrow tomb, amid the profound regret of those who came to pay the last tribute of respect to departed worth. The following brief sketch of Judge Parker, is coped from the Saint John Globe:

Standard
Oct 6/1869
Great Storm and Destruction of Property
Almost 6 o'clock on Monday evening last, rain commenced falling, quickly followed by a strong south-easterly gale which increased in volume until 7 o'clock, when it became a hurricane, ripping shingles from the roofs of the houses, and bricks from the chimneys, leveling fences, etc. The night was unusually dark, and the howling of the storm with occasional crashes of falling buildings made it appalling. The spray from the harbor was carried as far up as the barrack hill, and the fruit on the trees had a salt taste on the outside. The tide rose higher than was ever before known, and such a storm was never witnessed here, by our oldest inhabitants, one of whom, now upwards of 90 years old, recollects distinctly as far back at 75 years, and can read without the use of spectacles. We must hasten however to give a brief summary of the results of the storm.
            Marine Disasters
            Considerable damage was done to the vessels in the harbor; we endeavored to obtain a correct list of the disasters, which we give. Schooner Julia Clinch, H. Maloney, for Philadelphia with a cargo of iron, broke from the steam boat wharf, was dismasted and otherwise damaged.
            Utica, A. Maloney, from New York for St. John, cargo of flour, run in here for a harbor, ashore, will be discharged.
            Calvie Clark from Saint John for Philadelphia, put in here for shelter, was driven ashore. Cargo will be discharged.
            Eliza Frances, Hunt, for Portland, cargo of sleepers, drove ashore, will be discharged.    
            Legonia, Grierson, from St. George for Boston, put in here, considerably damaged.
            Mary Budd, Johnston, received slight damage.
            Elizabeth Bowlby, Gatcomb, driven ashore, little injured.
            Matilda Stinson, was driven up on wharf, and much damaged.
            Athlete, Jackson, rode out the gale. The Capt. was the only person on board his vessel.
            Mary Ellen, J. Bratt, loaded for New York, rode out the gale.
            Franklin, Coats, loaded, bow stove in.
             A small vessel loaded with fish from Latete, was much damaged, cargo discharged.
            A Jonesport, Maine, Schooner, spile laden drifted into the inner Bay from outside, bottom up.
            Between Robbinston and Eastport ten vessels are ashore, seven at Eastport, and twenty-three at West Quoddy.
            Several boats were broken up, and all the wharves with stores on them, from the upper end of the town to Mr. Whitlock's wharf, are carried away, and the beach is covered with logs, boards and scantling.
            Loss of the Bark "Genii" with all the Crew
Letters received this morning confirm the melancholy tidings, that the new bqe. Genii, Capt. Bailey, launched here only last month, loading at New River, was driven on the reefs and went to pieces, and we are sorry to learn all the crew met a watery grave. The bodies of the master Mr. John Stratton a native of Fredericton, two McVicars, from Mascareen, and two others were picked up. James McGill a native of this place was also on board; he leaves a young wife to mourn her loss.
            Damage in town and country
            The injury to property in the town and country was extensive; houses and barns are blown down, cattle killed, several large shade trees torn up from the roots and lying across the streets, and almost every fence prostrated.
            Beginning at the head of the town—Mr. Edw. Stinson's house was blown over, the family having barely escaped, furniture destroyed. Thomas Bailey's barn down and horse killed. Mrs. Kearney's and Mr. Whitlock's barns at Chapel, down. J. W. Street's barn unroofed. Joseph Alexander's house unroofed. Leonard Chase's barn down, and a cow killed. G. D. Street's considerably damaged. A small shed attached to Crozjet house knocked down by the bricks from a large chimney. Jas. H. Whitlock's chimney down barn unroofed. J. S. Magee's shop windows smashed, and others on Water Street; the old steam mill part of the roof blown off. Miss Swift's barn roof off. Mr. Greathead's barn and green house injured. Mrs. McStay's new barn down. E. Stentiford's blacksmith shop and shed blown down.

Standard
Jan 19/1870
A public meeting of the Inhabitants of St. Andrews was called by requisition to the Sheriff, "to take into consideration the proposed railroad extension from Woodstock to Rivière du Loup . . . . The meeting was held in Russell's Hall, last evening, and was largely attended. The Sheriff was requested to take the chair, and explained the object of the meeting, after which the following resolutions were moved and passed unanimously.
            Moved by J. W. Street, and seconded by George F. Campbell, and carried:
            "Whereas there is a project of extending the railroad from Woodstock in the County of Carleton, New Brunswick to Rivière du Loup in the province of Quebec, thus uniting that rich province with the seaports in the Bay of Fundy, as was the original intention of the St. Andrews and Quebec Railroad Company,
            "Therefore resolved, that this meeting most heartily approved the undertaking, and pledge themselves to use every effort with the members of our Local Legislature, in order to induce them to grant aid and as instance to this proposed undertaking, as they have done to other lines of railway in this province.

Standard
April 20/1870
Schooner "Nettie" launched from Smith's Shipyard—88 x 26 feet. 118 tons. Master builder James Starkey. Owners J. Watson (our James), J. W. Street, A. D. Stevenson, P. Quinn, D. Budge, Capt. N. Clark, J. Burton, M. Andrews (also captain of vessel). June 22—laying keel for 300-ton vessel "at the building yard, near the railway," seems to be a new business—Starkey's.

Standard
Oct 8/1873
New Shambles.
The Messrs. O'Neill have removed to their new premises, opposite J. W. Street and Co., and next Clarke's Hotel, on Water Street. The building has been adapted for a meat shop on the left, and a grocery on the right. This opening on Saturday last was a decided success, a large supply of splendid beef, mutton and lamb, with choice salt pork and beef, and a fresh supply of groceries. In common with the community, we wish them continued success in their new establishment.

Pilot
Aug 8, 1878
Jottings on the Street, No. 8.
The Market Square presents a favourable standpoint for observation. Standing with back to Water Street, and facing the river harbour, St. Andrews Island looks attractive, and the wonder is that it is so little frequented. And a greater wonder is, that those who love quiet retreat in rural homes, have not long ago bought up building lots, and chosen this pretty Island as their sylvan resting place. But so it is.
            With this little digression, Water is now the pen-theme; and a look at the Wharf East, and the Wharf West, at this the central part of the town, and the Market Wharf withal, one of them, seems to call up thoughts unfavourable to the business enterprise of our townsmen. True, Mr. William Hicks displays a sign over his provision and grocery store with "No Credit" beneath his name, which is good evidence that this good trader can carry on business on the "cash principle," which speaks favourably for the town and country. A little farther down on the wharf, Messrs. Beckerton and Brundage keep a very good store of general goods, and trade in woods, also, both hard and soft. Those stores are very conveniently situated for trade from vessels and bots; and it is su8pposable they enjoy a fair share of patronage.
            On the left, or at the head of the East Wharf, is the old Boyd building, now known as the "Ross Building," fronting Water Street. Here is where the Bay Pilot newspaper is printed; and at the rear of it; with side door opening on the Market Square, is Thomas Rooney's barber shop, where, when a man get "Well shaved," it is only to the tune of ten cents. The amount is so small that the poor fellow who has been shaved goes away very well satisfied. Next to the Pilot Office is Mr. Samuel Billings' Shipping Office and met shop. A most convenient arrangement.
            Mr. Billings is always attentive to business, and every ready to wait upon customers. Immediately in front of this shop, the "O'Neill Brothers" hold forth in the meat trade. They have been so long in business, and so widely known, that anything said in their praise, according to their deservings, would read too much like flattery, which the Pilot thinks prudent to eschew, especially at Election times.
            Suffice it then to say, en passant, that the "O'Neill Brothers" have sold so many hearts that their own are not very small
            Now comes next in order, next door to the O'Neill store, E. Lorimer's grocery store, and American Consul Office—with a Fire Insurance and Life Agency Office in said store also. This gentleman is, likewise, Secretary of the Town Schools and Trustee as well; and, from general report, perform the various offices he hold with a very general satisfaction. Opposite is Mr. Moore's tin-ship, where the portly George will afford immediate relief to any person whose "boiler bursts," or other "blow up" accident should happen within his skill to remedy.
            Here, too, is the old and well-established business of Street and Co. Not being intimately acquainted with the trade, to attempt any particular description would be quite irrelevant—but those gentlemen hold a high position for integrity and honour I all their dealings; and that is saying a great deal, where there are so many "shoddy" merchants in existence.

Pilot
Aug 11/1887
Sir John Macdonald in St. Andrews
He meets with a hearty welcome in the Shiretown.
Friday last at an early hour in the morning, citizens of St. Andrews were busily engaged in preparation for the reception of the Right Honorable Sir John A. Macdonald, who was expected to arrive by steamer from Eastport.
            A neat and graceful arch was erected on and spanning Water Street from the Post office to the store of Street and Co., on the opposite side, which consisted of one large span the width of the street.

Beacon
Dec 19/1895
A little bit of history
Mr. George a. Boardman remembers when he first used to visit it sixty years back. (1836)
Then there were no steamboats on the river and I used to go by way of Robbinston and cross the ferry by Joe's Point. A tall man they used to call Long John was ferryman. He was afterwards drowned in crossing. My employer sold lumber to the merchants of St. Andrews, and I used to go down and sell an collect about every month in the busy season and can say that those old merchants of that day very a very superior set of men, such as the McMaster's, Pagans, Raits, Stranges, Scott, Dunns, Wilsons, Hatch, Allenshaws, Campbells, Jacks, Streets, Whitlock, and others. the most of my business was with James Raite, and I used to think him an ideal merchant. He was an Englishman but came from Jamaica. His wife was a Miss Watt, and her brother took a farm near the present Watt Junction, it being named after him. Mr. Raite took a hand in the wild speculations of 1836. He bought a large field in Calais on the road to Milltown, paid down a part of the high price and it was abandoned and sold for taxes. I know you cannot spare me space to go into a biographical history of those men as I should like, but I must say a few words of John Wilson, who was a very energetic and enterprising merchant. It was through his perseverance and push that the railroad from St. Andrews to Woodstock was built, about he earliest road in the province. St. Andrews at that time was a busy, thriving, driving, town. the stores and warehouses were large and well filled, there were nice wharves along the shore, and the harbor was full of large vessels loading for foreign ports.

Beacon
April 13/1905
Old Landmark Gone
The Street Wharf Goes Down with Buildings
Thursday last was a day of local sensations. First came a threatened fire, which drew everybody out in the rainstorm. Then a few hours afterwards followed the collapse of the old Street wharf and the two warehouses thereon, owned respectively by the Glenn estate and H. O'Neill. The wind, and tide and ice we responsible for this catastrophe. The latter loosed the under pinning of the wharf, and the tide and wind did the rest. Both building will be complete wrecks. The Glen building contained a carload of shingle and a quantity of pine lumber, while the O'Neill warehouse had abut 50 tons of hard coal on the main floor. The contents of both buildings will likely be saved. Both buildings were very old—older, probably, than the oldest inhabitant. Postmaster Stevenson says that forty years ago he was employed as an office boy with the late James Bolton in one of the buildings; it had been standing for over half a century. For many years, while St. Andrews was to the fore as West India port, the firm of James Street and Co. used these buildings as warehouses for rum, molasses, sugar and the other products of the West Indies that cam this way. By their downfall two of the oldest land marks of the place have been swept away.

St. Croix Courier
April 8/1943
Shiretown Items
Old Ships
Following is a list of old ship's authentic records of which are still in existence, most of them having been built at Chamcook and St. Andrews.
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Nellie Townshend, bark, 399 tons. Built at Chamcook. Launched Aug. 18th, 1864. Owner James W. Street.

Chimaera, brig, 205 tons. Built at Chamcook, 1859, by William Townshend. Owner Jas. W. Street.