William Buell Jr.

William Buell (February 28, 1792 – April 29, 1862) was a journalist and political figure in Upper Canada.

The paper expressed his reform-oriented political views and also helped promote the development of the town by campaigning for improvements to transportation links.

His brother Andrew Norton also contributed material to the newspaper and supported William in his political career.

He was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada for Leeds as a Reform candidate in 1828 and again in 1830.

During the Upper Canada Rebellion, Buell served with the local militia.