Opening of Anglican Synod in historic Jamaica Cathedral
The assembly at Spanish Town marks the Synod opening, with Governor, Archdeacon and Bishop presiding. Restoration of the Cathedral is unveiled in memory of Queen Victoria, detailing historic ties from 1494 to the present and plans for future fundraising and organ repairs.
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Apanisti
Jameses
England
Collings
Cthedral
Jefrey South
Fietcher
Licvty
Ecd
F. Meseus
Exeliney
Lacy Bewmbry
M. G. Earle
Creretars
Kieston
Catherral
Midjrath
Bt. Cathirae
Bours
M. Jvs
Lees
Etoos
W. G
W. G. Beil End For. Share, Majore TL Bk. Rox
Sud
Bove
Mscalla
C. Welsce
Messra J. M
Ackman
P Sireton
Ceis
Wyte Congr
J. C. Bryant
A A. Flenance
YF Joon
J. Andrade
W.&. Wigtt
Ane
Resignation Letter Sparks Board Dissolution Talk
Presbyterian minister Tuomas D. MacNee from Montego Bay writes to defend his actions at a St Catherine Parish Board meeting. He claims procedural denial of speaking rights led to his protest resignation and warns the board is nearing dissolution under current leadership. He cites press coverage and asks for full publication of his letter.
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Gary
St. Catherine
Baid
Havig
Mulltt
Mallett
Croet
Collee
Etull
Crairman
Dently
U.de
Melett Ori Sfreid
Graticman
Hower
Pulic Informaticn
Presbyteriaa
Tuomas D. MacNee
Presbyterian Minster
Montego Bay
Montego Bay Burial Grounds Criticized In Letter
A reader condemns the state of Montego Bay burial grounds noting the Presbyterian and Weeleyen Church cemeteries are overgrown and neglected. The writer urges remediation, arguing the area resembles a weed‑filled shell and remains a disgrace to the town. The Presbyterian cemetery was cleaned last month.
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W.doeeday
Motego Bay
A Cure for Lumbago by Ambhers Va Resident
A Verging note from Ambhers Virginia reports W C Willaweot suffering lumbago for a year before relief came from Chamberlains Pain Balm. The testimonial claims all previous remedies failed and the product was bought through Jamaica wholesale agents.
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W. C. Willaweot
Ambhers
A.saye
Lumbago
Chamberlain
Bso
Jamaica
D. Kixxeap
Jue
M. Crosewei
Comp
Cy Wholesale
The Poor House Scandal In Defence
Letter defending the Poor House master amid scandal claims prior reform efforts and improved care. Asserts committees since 1885 addressed needs, overcrowding, and required wards. Denies neglect, praises master, and questions mayoral handling and council responses based on meetings and motions.
Remarkable Cure of Croup Saves Little Boy's Life
A Jamaica health notice claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy saved a child after a severe croup attack. The testimonial from Joe Dewoo of Luwood Iowa says the medicine nearly saved the boy by loosening phlegm and preventing death. Sold by Staggists and medicine dealers in Jamaica. E D Kirkpat and Joao Ji a LL Company wholesale agents.
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U.S.A
Bos
Joe
Dewoo
Luwood
Lowa
Jamaica
E. D, Kirktap
Jao
Jia Ll, and Company Wholesale Agen
Letter on Humanity Week and inmate care at the Poor House
A reader criticizes the handling of the Kingston and St Andrew Poor House conditions. The writer defends the long serving staff, questions a recent dismissal, and urges the editor to investigate inmate accommodations and treatment, citing inspectors and the board's approval.
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Esitor
Tart
Coucel
Kingston
St. Andrew
G.u
Proposed Co operative Society adjourned meeting details
The Jamaica Industrial and Co operative Society held an adjourned meeting at the Cooversorium on Friday evening. The annual report and accounts were adopted, and a public summary plus a detailed contributions list for absent members were ordered. A committee was formed to engage government officials about irrigation and water supply with Kingston Commissioners.
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Jamaica Industrial A d Co-operative Society, Ltd
Cooversorium
J. H. Barnes
E. A Hylton
Mersie. Barner
P. Stern
Kingston
Indusial and Provident Societies Law
Sleo
Kellogg's Vegetble Pill as Mood Remedy
An advertisement extols Kellogg's Vewetsbie Pilla as a cure for melancholy and low mood. It claims the pills, a vegetable remedy, are easy to take and effective, promising to dispel vapours and improve faculties.
Dramatic Company to Visit Jamaica With New Playbill
The Harkine Dramatic Company plans a late February to March visit to Kingston and St John s Newfoundland. A Toronto Evening Telegram review praised The Girl in the Barracks with Miss Bonstelle in the lead and noted strong performances by Romeden Foster Rivers Woodward Conger Stuart Morrison. The company offers a varied repertoire and will stage Women Against War on Wednesday.
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Harkine Dramatic Company
Kingsoo
Tosatre Roal
Canada
St. Joho's
Newfoundand
Evening Telegram
Dons Ty
Mira
Dolly Grey
Miss Bonstelle
Mises Romeden
Foster
Rivers
Mr. Woodward
Conger
Stuart
Morrison
Allehbould We Is
Copper theft alleged in Police Court case
Daniel Prawl faced the Police Court on a charge of stealing 68 pounds of copper valued at £3. The case involved Purdon & Cox claiming a pile-driver borrowed from the War Department was used for Port Royal work, copper ripped from a vessel, and copper sold to Mr. James the metal dealer. Prawl was remanded in custody with bail granted.
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Daniel Prawl
M. G. N. Cox
Purdon & C
James
Scott
K.M Court
Samuel
California orange crop tightens supply as frost spares but size falls
The Los Angeles Star reports Southern California will ship about 2000 carloads of citrus during the season, with the crop expected to fall more than 4000 cars short of last year. Frost caused little damage, but fruit is smaller, and acreage reaches a record high, supporting a strong market despite the shortage.
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Los Angeles
Szprees
California
Mixed up all round sportsman defends Kipling nicknames
An athletic family member criticizes Kipling's coined terms and laments naming confusion. He jokes he is a muddled mix of flannelled oaf and muddy minded beggar while highlighting his cricket for country and half back for school. He mentions his Marine brother and politics.
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Kipling
Sporsman
Llytle Park
Mr Chamberlain on Trade Unions in Birmingham
Mr Chamberlain argues trade unionism is right in principle and most practice, but warns some leaders push theories that would harm workers if applied. He urges workers to strive for higher wages only through better work and denies lowering the best to the worst as fatal to prosperity. He asserts individuals are unequal yet all should do their best.
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Board of Managers
Tais
Birmingham
Chamberlain
Jheers
London
Hicks Beach
Jion O
Gepg
Colonial Office
West Locia Committee
Pairpley
Royal Mail
Lawton
West Ladies
MacLarso
Victoris
West Indies
William A'fred Jones
Jamaci
Ssabalih
Jamaica
Jones
Lodon
Prince of Wales
Baa
Obeah
Exeter
Albit
Reliable Remedy Ad For Bowel Troubles
Rev J M Yingling pastor of Bedford S M E Church Cam overland Md salutes Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy calling it a great aid. He reports using it and knowing others who swear by it. For sale by all druggists and medicine dealers in Jamaica D Kinkep and J M Croaswall Co wholesale agents.
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J. M. Yingling
Bedford Ss
Centenarian Sue Dies in Gayle St Mary District
A Gayle St Mary correspondent reports the death of an old woman on the 13th in her 30th year. Born in Spaorb Town in 1772, Sue was linked to racing figure John Wilson Davie. She traveled to Garle district in 1838 and lived there ever since. She was married three times and had 36 children. She stayed relatively healthy until about two years ago and frequently shared tales of old times with visitors.
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Church of Christ
Jamaica
Venables
Crown
Red Cross
Duke of Manchester
Bisop
Gayle
St. Mary
Wowan
Sue
Spaorb
John Wilson Davie
Trade union, steel trust leaders urge cooperation in output
A Times letter reports two top US trade leaders, a steel trust president and a major union head, agreeing that pursuing the highest pay and restricting output would harm both workers and employers. The speaker urges UK employers and workers to seize opportunities to develop their share of national output, resisting inferior positions amid global competition.
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C Times
United States of America
Steel Trust
Clas
America
Budget Forecast Raises Concern Over Deficit Prospects
In Sir Robert Giffen’s letter to the Times the Exchequer chief estimates a 156 million pound budget need with 23 million for South African occupation and 65 million for debt and civil service. He projects total revenue near 146 million, implying a deficit around 10.9 million, with potential increases to Army and Navy costs and war funding shaping a likely shortfall.
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Times
Robert Giffen
Robert
Letters from London recount bleak economy and Jamaica ties
A London correspondent notes cold weather and wartime strain on trade and prices in the West Indies. He describes Jamaica's climate as beneficial for health, discusses tourism prospects, a Jamaica advocacy letter, and warnings about obeah practices amid colonial interest.
Word of Honour and a Medicinal Claim in Promises
An advertisement extols Wampole's Preparation as a trustworthy remedy. It links honesty in business to medicine and cites its benefits in chlorosis anemia la grippe debility and lung troubles. The copy claims palatability from cod liver oil and syrup and cites Dr. Austin D. Irvine praising its tolerability and early effectiveness.
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David
Austin D. Irvine
Canada
Sailors Reading Room Seeks Tables for New Setup
City residents plan to assist in closing the Sailors Reading Room to men who frequent it. They will provide a ping pong net and tables or boards, supported by trestles, but many magazines and game surfaces are already in use. They urge generosity for needed furnishings.
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Isdia
Central Trust Company Sues West India in Jamaica Railway Case
The Court of Appeals reverses a lower court ruling in Central Trust Company versus West India Improvement Company over first mortgage bonds and Jamaica Railway Company common stock. The ruling directs a new trial on the issues.
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New York
Central Trust Coy
The
West India Improvement Company
Jamaica Railway Company
Central Trust Company
Treasure Hunt in the West Indies planned in London
A London organized treasure expedition promises immense wealth buried by a 5.5.ateg on an island near the West Indies. Two failed attempts precede a third voyage using steam boats and drills. Fifteen to twenty sporting gentlemen pay 150 to 200 pounds each for a share if found, otherwise a healthy, entertaining trip. Committees form to manage finances, operations, amusements, and general affairs aboard a large yacht with meals, drinks, bathing, and photography facilities.
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West Indies
Veil Tess
Fleet at Barbados Arrives After Crossing From Dominica
The squadron reached Barbados after a 30 hour voyage from Dominica arriving overnight. Vessels from Dominica and other ships including HL M.S. Cree cent under Captain Colvills and Pallas under Captain Robertsco are listed with officers aboard as the fleet anchors off Barbados in February.
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Dominica
M.S. Creecent
Guar
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