A Northern Experience: The Journals of Norman Robinson
On the River Page 45

Fort Chipewyan – is an Ivory Quill cutter, for making quill pens.

Half breeds, Whites and full blooded Indians all fraternized in an attempt to keep the peace and be happy during the long weary winter days.

Life, in the far north, if one allows it to, can become very dull.

The Catholic Mission, run by Oblate Fathers and Grey Sisters of the North, nearly all French, was a magnificent place and Hospitality – care and Treatment in the Hospital when necessary – was given to all.

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