Saluons la chanson
De Pierriche Falcon,
Ce faiseur de chanson."
The last line being often varied to
"Pierre Falcon, le bon garçon."
[CHAPTER XXIX.]
GOVERNOR SIMPSON UNITES ALL INTERESTS.
Both Companies in danger—Edward Ellice, a mediator—George Simpson, the man of destiny—Old feuds buried—Gatherings at Norway House—Governor Simpson's skill—His marvellous energy—Reform in trade—Morality low—A famous canoe voyage—Salutes fired—Pompous ceremony at Norway House—Strains of the bagpipe—Across the Rocky Mountains—Fort Vancouver visited—Great executive ability—The governor knighted—Sir George goes around the world—Troubles of a book—Meets the Russians—Estimate of Sir George.