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Title:
Lecture on the Aborigines of Newfoundland
Delivered Before the Mechanics' Institute, at St. John's, Newfoundland, on Monday, 17th January, 1859
Note: Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Lecture on the Aborigines of Newfoundland" by Joseph Noad is a historical account presented in the mid-19th century. The book provides an investigation into the origins, culture, and tragic fate of the Boeothick Indians, the indigenous people of Newfoundland. Noad explores various theories regarding their descent and recounts the historical contact between the Boeothicks and European settlers, showcasing the significant decline in the native population due to violence and displacement. In this lecture, Noad discusses the Boeothicks' way of life, including their dwellings, hunting practices, and social structure, painting a picture of a once-vibrant tribe that faced violent encroachments from both European settlers and the Micmac tribe. Through historical anecdotes and detailed exploration of their traditions, he highlights the gradual extermination of the Boeothicks, including specific accounts of violent encounters and the efforts made by settlers and officials to establish a peaceful relationship, which ultimately failed. The lecture concludes with a reflection on their probable extinction and the cultural assimilation or displacement that likely ensued, leaving their legacy clouded in mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Noad, Joseph, 1823-1898
EBook No.: 15126
Published: Feb 21, 2005
Downloads: 54
Language: English
Subject: Beothuk Indians
Subject: Newfoundland and Labrador -- History
Subject: Indians of North America -- Newfoundland and Labrador
Subject: Indians of North America -- Origin
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Lecture on the Aborigines of Newfoundland
Delivered Before the Mechanics' Institute, at St. John's, Newfoundland, on Monday, 17th January, 1859
Note: Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Wallace McLean, Jeannie Howse and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading (https:
//www.pgdp.net),
from images kindly
provided by www.canadiana.org
Summary: "Lecture on the Aborigines of Newfoundland" by Joseph Noad is a historical account presented in the mid-19th century. The book provides an investigation into the origins, culture, and tragic fate of the Boeothick Indians, the indigenous people of Newfoundland. Noad explores various theories regarding their descent and recounts the historical contact between the Boeothicks and European settlers, showcasing the significant decline in the native population due to violence and displacement. In this lecture, Noad discusses the Boeothicks' way of life, including their dwellings, hunting practices, and social structure, painting a picture of a once-vibrant tribe that faced violent encroachments from both European settlers and the Micmac tribe. Through historical anecdotes and detailed exploration of their traditions, he highlights the gradual extermination of the Boeothicks, including specific accounts of violent encounters and the efforts made by settlers and officials to establish a peaceful relationship, which ultimately failed. The lecture concludes with a reflection on their probable extinction and the cultural assimilation or displacement that likely ensued, leaving their legacy clouded in mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Noad, Joseph, 1823-1898
EBook No.: 15126
Published: Feb 21, 2005
Downloads: 54
Language: English
Subject: Beothuk Indians
Subject: Newfoundland and Labrador -- History
Subject: Indians of North America -- Newfoundland and Labrador
Subject: Indians of North America -- Origin
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.