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  • 1894 Bank Crash
    On 10 December 1894, two of Newfoundland and Labrador's three banks closed their doors and never opened them again.
  • Conducting the 19th Century Seal Fishery
    The commercial spring seal hunt was one of Newfoundland and Labrador's most dangerous and demanding industries in the 19th century.
  • The 19th Century Steamer Seal Fishery
    As seals became more difficult to harvest, Newfoundland outfitters turned first to larger sailing vessels and then to wooden-hulled steamers.
  • Impacts of the 1894 Bank Crash
    After the Commercial and Union Banks ceased operations, Newfoundland and Labrador entered a period of economic, social, and political chaos.
  • Labour Organization and Unions
    Until well into the 20th century, Newfoundland's primary economic activity was in the fisheries.
  • Telegraphy in Newfoundland and Labrador
    The first telegraph system in Newfoundland was established as part and parcel of a scheme to land a trans-atlantic telegraph cable in Newfoundland.

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