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Quebec Conference Resolutions, 1864: Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage

A report of the resolutions adopted at the Quebec Conference of Delegates from the provinces of Canada and the colonies of Newfoundland and PEI. (1864)
Reciprocity with the United States of America

Since the mid-19th century, many Newfoundlanders thought the key to a prosperous future was a free trading relationship with the United States.
The 1948 Referendums

About the 1948 referendums in Newfoundland and Labrador and the results of the vote.
Reform Era, 1815-1832

The period between 1815 and 1832 represents a watershed in the history of government and politics in Newfoundland.
Reform Movement

The reform movement gained momentum during the early-19th century, a time of tremendous social, economic, and political change in the colony.
Relations with Canada, 1870-1895

Newfoundland might have rejected confederation with Canada in 1869, but it still had to get along with its neighbour to the west.
Relations with Canada, 1895-1939

This article talks about Newfoundland's relations with Canada from 1895-1939.
Religion and Politics, 1832-1855

Religion played an influential role in Newfoundland politics during the period of representative government.
Report of the Newfoundland Delegates to the Quebec Conference, 1865: Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage

Report of the Newfoundland delegates to the Quebec Conference, 1865
Representative Government, 1832-1855

This article is about the Representative Government system in Newfoundland and Labrador from 1832-1855.
Petition: Resettlement: Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage

Petition to the Fisheries Household Resettlement Committee for assistance under the Fisheries Household Resettlement Division
The Resettlement Program

An explanation of the program undertaken by the Newfoundland Government in the 1960s and early 1970s to move families from outlying communities to more central locations.
Responsible Government, 1855-1933

This article is about the Responsible government system that was in place in Newfoundland and Labrador from 1855 to 1933.
Riot of April 5, 1932: Civil Unrest

Newspaper articles about the riot of April 5, 1932, one form <em>The Daily News</em>, and one from <em>The Telegram</em>.
Bond Moves Past Bribery Charges, Becomes Prime Minister

The second of a four part series on the life and times of Sir Robert Bond, one of the most influential politicians in Newfoundland history.
Job's Papers Reveal His Family's Commitment to Province

A look at Robert Brown Job (1873-1961), businessman, politician, and economic unionist.
Royal Navy in the Early 18th Century

An article on the royal navy in Newfoundland in the Early 18th Century.
Liberals, Conservatives, and Sectarianism

A look at Newfoundland and Labrador politics from 1832-1855.
A. Shea's Pro-Confederate Speech, 1865

Extracts from A. Shea's pro-confederate speech given on February 21, 1865. Taken out of the Newspaper, The Newfoundlander.
Shift Towards Responsible Government

A look at the shift in Newfoundland politics towards responsible government during the second half of the 19th century.

Matching Articles"Government" (Total 281)

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