CHAPTER LXV.

Canada’s first step in civilization—Slavery in America—By whom introduced—False charge—Slavery in Canada—History—Imperial Acts— Legislation in Canada—The several clauses—In Lower Canada— Justice Osgood—Slavery at the Rebellion—Among the U. E. Loyalists—Those who held slaves—Descendants of the slaves—“A British slave”—“For sale”—“Indian slave”—Upper Canada’s Record— Compared with the States—Liberty—Why the United States abolished slavery—Honor to whom honor is due 569