Molus River (New Brunswick) facts for kids
Molus River is a freshwater river in New Brunswick, Canada. It flows into the Richibucto River. The river is found in Weldford Parish, New Brunswick.
About Molus River
The Molus River is located about 3 kilometers northeast of Bass River, New Brunswick. It is on the road that leads to Richibucto. This area was once called Moulies River Station. In 1904, Moulies River Station was a stop for trains on the Kent Northern Railway line.
Early Settlers
The first European families to settle on the south side of the Molus River arrived around 1821. These included Thomas Phelan, John Phelan, and Patrick Phelan. By the 1830s, the north side of the river also welcomed settlers, like the Warman family. Other families who settled there included the Olsens, Dargavels, Stevensons, Millars, McPhersons, Wards, and Harnetts.
Community Growth and Decline
The community around Molus River grew the most in the late 1800s. But by 1900, the community started to shrink. The large, old forests of white pine and maple trees had been cut down. These trees were used to build ships in Kingston, which is now called Rexton, further down the river.
Historical Land Use
Records from the Provincial Archives of New Brunswick show that in 1819, the Molus River area was part of an "Indian Reserve." It was later opened for British settlers. Today, the community of Molus River, known for farming and forestry, gets its name from this river. The Elsipogtog First Nation community is located nearby.
