Early in the next year, (January 8, 1766,) captain Macbride arrived at port Egmont, where he erected a small block-house, and stationed a garrison; His description was less flattering.

The geese were too wise to stay, when men violated their haunts, and Mr. Macbride's crew could only now and then kill a goose, when the weather would permit.

No token was seen, by either, of any settlement ever made upon this island; and Mr. Macbride thought himself so secure from hostile disturbance, that, when he erected his wooden block-house, he omitted to open the ports and loopholes.

It was a matter, however, of great pleasure to find that the worthy baronet was enabled by the assistance of Captain (afterwards Admiral) Macbride, and other naval officers in the house, to carry such clauses, as provided in some degree for the comfort of the poor seamen who were seduced into this wicked trade.

George Macauley, Esq. Capt. Macbride.

Roger L. MacBride (E); 22Jan70; R477293. LANGDALE, HAZEL RAYBOLD.

MACBRIDE, ROGER L. The discovery of freedom.

Roger L. MacBride (E); 22Jan70; R477293. LANGDALE, HAZEL RAYBOLD.

MACBRIDE, ROGER L. The discovery of freedom.