Magnificent Scenery of the Orkneys Highlighted
The Orkneys are described as a grand mainland with war history, rugged coasts, inlets and dramatic landscapes. The piece notes wartime significance, coastal routes from Thurso to Scapa and Stromness, and appeals to visitors with hotels, ferries, and improving roads through Kirkwall and Stromness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orkneys
Walter Se
Bemena
Hong
Mackay
Thurso
Scotland
Sturmy Pemtland Firth
Scapa
Stramavas
Pompeiian
Kirkwall
Stromness
Hoy
Orcadian shores lure fog bound seekers and antiquaries
Among fog smoothed coasts near Stromness, the Orkneys hold Siennuis trout and Maide n’s Mound with 300 foot circular stones. About 100 such towers dot Orkney and Shetland islands, dating to early Celtic and Norse eras. Kirkwall preserves Magnus Cathedral while relics of Norse churches hint at rich medieval culture.
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Orkneys
Shetlands
Romney
D. Kirkwall
Magnus
Church of (Presbyterian
Shettanda
Fragmentary coastal scene with foam and rocks on the mole
A damaged OCR passage describes whitish foam on rocky headlands and a mole area. It mentions a natural arch, glent rock, and sparse garbled place names. The text is fragmentary with unclear dates or events.
Gordonvale Hotel Fire Enquiry Details Losses At Central
An inquiry in Gordonvale examined the Gra which destroyed the Central Hotel on January 10. Ernest J Coleman testified he woke to a noise near the bar and with licensee Winfield investigated the blaze. Most occupants lost nearly all possessions as smoke filled the upper rear of the building. Witnesses estimated fees at about four pounds twenty five. Depositons will be sent to the Justice Department.
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D. J. Kearney
J.F
Courte
Gordonvale
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Central Hotel
Ernest J .Coleman
Winfield
Winkeld
Ergeant Sutherland
Louis Corcoran
Wiliam N
Justice Department
Bishop of London and Old Maid Stereotypes Examined
Fragmentary text describes a civic event with a bishop and canon observing, including a visitor. It discusses old maids and perceptions of single women, claiming they outlive married women and urging social engagement and intellectual pursuits to keep energy and cheerfulness.
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London
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Obf Maida
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