Archive Record

Metadata

Item ID#

A2006.195.013

Title

Correspondence between the Crown Lands Department and Alexander Vidal

Object Name

Correspondence

Dates of Creation

January 29, 1851

Creator

Russel, Andrew

Other Creators

Crown Lands Department

Description

These two sheets of correspondence are between Andrew Russell on behalf of the Crown Lands Department and land surveyor Alexander Vidal.

Within this correspondence, Andrew Russell is discussing some surveying notes with Alexander Vidal, as he was the surveyor responsible. Discussed are different changes to make as well as some included measurements.

The exact surveying location being discussed is not specifically stated, however, mentioned within this correspondence is "Saugeen", "Elderslie", and "town line between Arran & Elderslie." It also states that "every part of the Township is within a few miles of the lake or river." Also discussed in this correspondence is Robert Lynn's surveys.

Collection

Vidal, Alexander fonds

System of arrangement

Series 2 (Crown Lands' Department correspondence) of the Alexander Vidal fonds consists of Ontario Crown Land Department correspondence and instructions, with accompanying maps and plans regarding the original survey of Saugeen Township.

Parent Object

A. Vidal Series 2

Level of Description

Item

Physical Description

2 sheets : black and white ; 25 x 40 cm

Restrictions on Use

Places

Bruce County

People

Vidal, Alexander

Search Terms & Subjects

Surveying