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Lumbering in New Brunswick - Lumberman's Camp-house, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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Lumbering in New Brunswick - Lumberman's Camp-house, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Lumbering in New Brunswick - Lumberman's Camp-house, [Canada], 1858. The lumbering business is the leading element of wealth in the province; and the sawmills, which are found collected at the mouths of all its rivers, as well as the building of ships, and the business of transportation to the mother country, give employment to a very large proportion of the population...The site for operations having been selected, a camp-house is erected and covered with the bark of trees. The floor of the cabin is made of small poles, and a sort of platform is raised for the general bed, which is composed of spruce bough, straw, and blankets...A party is usually divided into three gangs - one to cut down the trees, one to hew them, and another to drag the timber to the nearest stream. They begin work at sunrise, and seldom return to camp until evening, when their suppers are always enjoyed. They are ever cheerful and contented, and a more hardy, laborious, and active class of men than the lumbermen of New Brunswick cannot be found in any part of the world'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This photograph, titled "Lumberman's Camp-house, New Brunswick, 1858," offers a glimpse into the daily life of lumbermen during the 19th century in New Brunswick, Canada. The image, created by an unknown photographer for the "Illustrated London News," showcases a lumber camp nestled amidst the dense forest, with a rustic camp-house at its center. The lumbering industry was a significant source of wealth in New Brunswick during this era, and the presence of sawmills along its rivers provided employment opportunities for a substantial portion of the population. In this photograph, we see the simple yet functional camp-house that served as a shelter for the lumbermen. The floor of the cabin was made of small poles, and a raised platform housed the communal bed, which was made of spruce boughs, straw, and blankets. A typical lumber party was divided into three gangs: one for cutting down trees, another for hewing them, and a third for dragging the timber to the nearest stream. The men began work at sunrise and rarely returned to camp until evening. Despite the grueling labor, the lumbermen were known for their cheerfulness and contentment. Their hardiness and industry were unmatched, making them an invaluable asset to the lumbering industry in New Brunswick and beyond. This photograph offers a unique perspective into the lives of the lumbermen who played a crucial role in shaping the economic landscape of New Brunswick during the 19th century. It is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and challenges that came with the daily grind of logging in the wilderness.
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