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Matching Articles"Economy" (Total 57)
Tourism before Confederation
Newfoundland's tourism industry dates back to the 1890s, when advances in rail and ocean transportation made the colony more accessible than before.
Trade and Commerce
A history of the merchant community in Newfoundland and its effect on trade and commerce
The Truck System
Newfoundland and Labrador's outport economy depended not on cash, but on merchant credit for much of the 19th century.
Women and the Economy in the 19th Century
The majority of women in Newfoundland by the early 1800s were residents who prosecuted the family-based fishery.
Women Shop Workers, Water Street
Overview of the Women Shop Workers of Water Street.
Seal Fishery in the 20th Century
Although the sealing industry was in decline at the turn of the century, Newfoundland companies continued to fit out steamers for the hunt.
Seal Fishery: Hunting Methods
Seal Fishery: Hunting Methods--Natural Environment--Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web
20th Century Commercial Whaling in Newfoundland and Labrador
The Commercial whaling industry in Newfoundland and Labrador during the 20th century
The Impact of the Anglo-French Wars, 1793-1803
Coming so soon after the massive market collapse of the late 1780s, the Anglo-French wars had a devastating effect on the migratory fishery.
Garrison Life in the 18th Century: Page 4
Page four of a five page article providing information about what it was like to be a part of the garrison in 18th century Newfoundland.
Garrison Life in the 18th Century: Page 5
Page five of a five page article providing information about what it was like to be a part of the garrison in 18th century Newfoundland.
Organizing the Migratory Fishery
This article examines the migratory fishery in Newfoundland, it's nature and organization, including how it was financed, outfitted, and conducted.
Origins of Migratory Fishery
How the migratory fishery came to be in Newfoundland and Labrador, lasting for more than three centuries before giving way to a resident industry.
From 1816 to the Present
The fishery remained the mainstay of the St. Pierre and Miquelon economy during the 19th century.
The Placentia Economy, 1662-1713
A look at the the economy of Placentia, when it was a French colony in NL from 1662 to 1713.
Planters
Every fishing property usually included a planter's house, a store with goods and supplies, and cabins for fishing equipment and the crews.
Initial Impact of the Revolution on Newfoundland
The quarrel between Great Britain and its North American colonies had been brewing for some time, but no one expected a revolt to break out in 1775.
Long Term Impact of the Revolution
It would be misleading to assume that the revolution had no ill-effect on the fisheries.
The Revolution as Opportunity
Many thought the Revolution to be an opportunity to eliminate American competition in the supply trade, even though many residents suffered hardships.
St. John's in the 18th Century
An account of the community of St. John's during the 18th century.
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