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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 02, 1927
Page
4
Editorials urge clearer official synopsis for West Coast readers and outport weekly readers. Calls for nonpartisan publication of House debates and official reports to improve voter understanding and engagement.
The mixed view on tariffs shows little change from past rates and questions why promises of tax reductions rarely materialize. Opponents exaggerate figures to gain votes while supporters cite the need to fund public services and debt interest. The piece argues clothing duties encourage home industry and notes postage and local letter rates remain high.
In The Court a case of common assault heard Tuesday between K White and Mrs Gerald Hull of Bluff Head Cove. The accused admitted striking the plaintiff after charges of assault and battery and signed a bond to keep the peace for a year. The matter arose from a debt action linked to an impending Sheriff Sale and threats after the bond.
Constable talked with Mr C White J P at Herring Neck on Wednesday to hear a case against a man charged with making moonshine.
The Privy Council has ruled in favor of Newfoundland over the Labrador territory dispute, including Hamilton Inlet and Grand Falls, prompting the Toronto Mail to signal satisfaction with the decision and reflect on its implications.
Mrs P Blandford of Herring Neck Newfoundland reports relief from rheumatism and backache after taking three boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. She says the remedy strengthens kidneys to purify blood and improve health, with testimonials from St John’s Newfoundland dealer Gerald S Doyle.
Edward Roberts died at 73 after illness of about a month, survived by Agnes Roberts his wife daughter Mrs James Pride Sydney C B and son William at home. Funeral by Rev J W Winsor at Bluff Head Cove Cemetery with Psalms text. He leaves nine grandchildren and many friends.
Dear Sir Please allow space to record the death of Emily Jane Noel who died March 14 1927 after a serious illness. She was taken to Twillingate and Grand Falls hospitals but received no help. She leaves a father, mother, three sisters and a large circle of relatives and friends.
Mrs. Murray wife of George Murray of Back Hr. was 73 and active until cancer. Funeral at St Peters Church conducted by Rev H Gilbert. Her son Evan and daughters Mrs James Spencer and Mrs Henry Simms survive, with Back Harbor as the family home.
Roland Gillett died at 42 from typhoid fever and neuritis after a life in Gilesport’s mercantile trade. He leaves a wife and nine children and was active in the United Fishermen society and local church. Funeral at South Side church. interment Arm Cemetery. Also mourning Wm. Young, 75, aSouth Side fisherman and church member, survived by wife, two children, and siblings. funeral held at Arm Cemetery.
A storm last Sunday delayed a train causing mail arrival to Thursday. The Daily News from Monday was read Tuesday evening. When travel is good and rails clear, winter service matches summer systems in efficiency.
Housing housekeeper position advertised for a harbor hotel with apply to Geo Blandford for details and particulars.
Telegraph dispatches report minimal progress by steamers in sealing patrols amid loose ice. Nanking bombardment postponed due to partial foreign evacuation. 120 missionaries aboard warships. Typhoid hospitalizations rise in Montreal at 1574 cases. Byrd announces plan for a non stop Atlantic flight from New England to Ireland via Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
The author discusses who will claim influence in the Pen and notes five parties in the political camp. A local citizen suggests convening opposing factions for discussion to resolve issues, while cautioning against forced showdowns and urging constructive dialogue for public well being.
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