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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 04, 1914
Page
2
Fragmentary notes refer to local concerns and bases with figures like 20F per ICT fire query and an event tied to the 17th and a new moon on the 25th. The text is incomplete and cryptic, offering little verifiable detail.
A 19th or early 20th century letter urges widespread reading and writing in Newfoundland. The writer criticizes pride in ignorance, praises self education, recounts a man who learned to read and write after years, and argues that universal literacy would uplift the country. The tone champions practical schooling over cramming.
Dramatic weather disruption mars the Wednesday race day as officials report storm impact on events. Southern Cross crew and other competitors faced delays while organizers work to salvage the program.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a maritime incident with aerial and sea rescue efforts, mentions of chairs and seats taken, references to Mr Bowker and Stason, and lists of numbers like 400 seats and 9 200. The text includes scattered names, places, and dates but lacks coherent narrative or verifiable details.
A garbled report traces motions for a federated parliament with provincial bodies in England Scotland Wales and Ireland. It cites ministers resignations and royal support while discussing a central parliament and local representation to appease various political factions amid calls for Home Rule.
The fragment recounts a maritime disaster involving Newfoundlanders and sealing ships. It notes casualties among crew and seals, and references public outrage and calls to prevent such deaths. Names and specifics are obscured by garbled text, but the piece centers on the evolving tragedy and moral debate.
All members are requested to meet in their ball on Sunday April 12 at 4 00 for farewell service at the South Side Methodist Church. The Rev S Bernard will preach. By order W M Awonun Yooxs Sept.
The notice extols White Swan yeast cakes for being consistently good unlike other yeasts that vary in quality. It claims the product offers reliability, invites free samples, and mentions the company White Swan Free and Cereals Limited in Corinto, Canada, with shipments from Loon Boy and a return expected yesterday.
Disjointed notes describe last week’s election events, protests, and a pushed back date for a public action. The scramble mentions posters, newspapers, and unclear references to officials, dates, and responsibilities amid community unrest.
The notice records the appointment of Miss Floss Scott Neh as Assistant Superintendent with a salary of four hundred dollars per semiannual term, including all private reception areas. It notes prior service in surgical areas and mentions others leaving Earle Sons and Co and several arrivals seeking positions at local firms.
Vaguely written notes indicate FP and partners negotiating for the purchase of a Bank building. Readable fragments suggest a sale discussion but lack concrete names or terms. Further text needed for clarity on parties, location, and timeline.
Dr Stafford and Son of St John’s Villa advertise Stafford's Liniment as a curative for rheumatism lumbago neuralgia and aches. The letter from AVR endorses its effectiveness and claims 15 000 bottles sold last year with neighbors and drug stores promoting the product. Mentioned specialties include Stafford's Liniment Stafford's Prescription and Stafford's Pharmacone Chugh Ture.
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