History of Longueuil, Québec, Canada

The coroner's jury on the bodies of person killed by the explosion of the steam ferry at Longueuil, Canada, in a verdict strongly condemnatory of the entire management of the boat, have awarded a fine of $10,000 against the Grand Trunk Railway Co. They had also determined to render a verdict of manslaughter against Ethell and Shaud, but at the suggestion of the Queen's counsel, in reference to a legal difficulty, abandoned their intention.

LONGUEUIL, the chief town of the co. of Chambly, prettily situated on the right bank of the St. Lawrence, 3 miles from Montreal. It contains churches for the Roman Catholics, and Episcopalians, a telegraph office, and several stores and hotel. Longueuil was the terminus of the Grand Trunk Railway until the construction of the Victoria Bridge, when the rails were removed and the offices and works closed. It is the summer residence of many Montrealers. Pop. 2,083, a decrease of 753 as compared with 1861. This was long a favorite retreat of the late Mgr. Deneaux, Bishop of Quebec.

The Canadian town of Longueuil, it is announced has decided to prohibit any one speaking German from landing there, and keeps a fire-engine on duty to play hot water on any such intruder.

LONGUEUIL, a post town in Chambly co., Que., on the south shore of the St. Lawrence opposite Montreal, on the South Shore Ry. It contains 2 churches, English and Roman Catholic, 8 stores, 7 hotels, 1 saw mill, 1 stove factory and express and telegraph offices. The Roman Catholic church is a magnificent structure. The town has a drainage system, 2 fine squares, and good facilities for communication with Montreal by train and ferry. Pop. 2757.

MAYOR ORDERED MEMBER TO STOP SPEAKING.
Order was Disregarded and Police Defied at the Point of a Revolver.

Montreal, March 27. - An exciting scene took place in the Longueuil council last night when Maurice Perrault, M.L.A. for Chambly, in the Quebec House of Assembly, held the chief of police at bay with a revolver and defied the mayor and council in his determination to discuss the tramway, which the council was considering.

It is claimed the member had no right to speak in the council meeting, and the mayor asked him to desist, and when the refused the chief of police was ordered to put him out.

At this stage he pulled a gun and held the meeting in suspense and went on talking.

Longueuil, the chief town of the co. of Chambly, Quebec, on the right bank of the St. Lawrence, 3 miles E. of Montreal, on the South Shore R. It is the summer residence of many Montrealers. Pop. in 1901, 2835. The banking point is Montreal.

Longueuil, Qué, City, pop 371 934 (based on the 2001c), 127 977 (1996c), area 283.73 km2, inc 2002, was created by the amalgamation of 8 distinct municipalities including the former city of Longueuil. The new Longueuil is the third-ranking city in Québec and the most populous of the MONTRÉAL suburban communities. Located on the South Shore of the St Lawrence River across from Montréal in the Montérégie region, its territory is criss-crossed by major expressways linking metropolitan Montréal to QUÉBEC CITY, the EASTERN TOWNSHIPS and northern New York State. Longueuil is connected to Montréal by 4 bridges: Victoria (1859), Jacques-Cartier (1930), Champlain (1962) and the Louis-Hippolyte-Lafontaine tunnel-bridge (1967).

Settlement and Development
In 1657, Charles LE MOYNE de Longueuil et de Châteauguay, a merchant of Ville-Marie (Montréal), was given an area of land situated along the St Lawrence River. He named it Longueuil, in honour of his mother's village in France. In 1845 the...

1. Parc Michel-Chartrand: This expansive park is a true gem in Longueuil. It offers kilometers of walking and biking trails, a beautiful lake for kayaking or pedal boating, and plenty of green space for picnics and relaxation. During the winter months, you can even go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on the well-maintained trails.

2. La Ronde: Located on Île Sainte-Hélène just across the river from Longueuil, La Ronde is a thrilling amusement park that's part of the Six Flags family. It's a perfect place for families or thrill-seekers, with a wide variety of rides and attractions, including roller coasters, water rides, and live entertainment.

3. Old Longueuil: Take a stroll through the charming streets of Old Longueuil, where you'll find historic buildings, boutique shops, and cozy cafes. It's a great place to soak in some local culture and architecture.

4. Place Longueuil: This shopping mall has all the stores you need for a shopping spree. It's also home to various...