Newfoundland and the Jingoes: An Appeal to England's Honor

A fervent plea from the late‑19th century, this work lays bare the frustration of Newfoundlanders who feel abandoned by the British Empire while watching their neighbours in the United States thrive. The author juxtaposes the promise of an American partnership—steady markets, shared destiny, and protective strength—with the reality of a Crown colony left to fend for itself, its fishermen and traders struggling against restrictive tariffs and distant governance.

Turning the argument toward concrete solutions, the text outlines a series of maritime routes that could bind Newfoundland more tightly to the Atlantic world, suggesting that reliable steamship links would revive its economy and secure its future. By invoking England’s sense of honor, the author urges the British government to reconsider its policies before the island’s decline becomes irreversible, offering a snapshot of the political and economic debates that shaped the North Atlantic at the turn of the century.