Rev. Abraham

Henry Abraham was the Methodist reverend in Little Bay. His part in the story starts in 1886 when he arrives in town at the age of 21.

As a missionary he was accustomed to ocean voyage and often traveled by steamship. He took the Plover northward on circuit tour, allowing him to preach to more isolated communities. His sermons earned him a following and he quickly took on leadership roles in the Temperance fight against alcohol sales, eventually credited for his role in shutting down Little Bay’s saloon through his involvement with the movement. Working alongside the town’s other religious leaders, he played important roles in community events, such as appointing committees for the Queen's Jubliee in Little Bay in the summer of 1887. The mine was shutdown for a day of sports, games, and even a public feast on the cricket field. A cricket match and a regatta were some of the events enjoyed by the town that day. It was the biggest event of the year and a highly praised success. Rev. Abraham's leadership skills earned the public’s respect and he took office in Little Bay in 1888. Later that year he hosted visiting Canadian senator John MacDonald during his stay. Rev. Abraham remained in Little Bay until at least 1889.

Henry Abraham was wed to Julia Burpee Milligan in 1887 in St. John's, the couple married by the bride's father Rev. G. S. Milligan. A daughter, Elizabeth, was born in Little Bay in September the following year. If you have any further information or pictures please pass them along.