Halifax: Sept. 24. The French ironclad Minerve, with Rear Admiral Vignes on board, has arrived here from Quebec. The grand jury of Bonnebay, Newfoundland, have urged Judge Pinsent to acquaint the Imperial Government with the alleged menaces and encroachments of French fishermen on Newfoundland territory, particularly of those engaged in the herring and lobster fisheries. The Judge promised to comply with the request.
[see also London Standard: Monday 26th September 1887]
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Referenced
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893