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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 10, 1926
Page
4
A call to resist reducing medicine to a trade or political tool, urging timely action to defend medical ethics and human life against denominational influence. The statement emphasizes readiness to join the first line of defense in this fight.
The article critiques circulating petitions around Twillingate and nearby settlements alleging unfair treatment by Memorial Hospital governors. It argues the petition is a sham, targets women under 25, and aims to sway public opinion to hinder hospital policy and potential subsidy rate increases. It warns of possible criminal charges against hospital staff and calls for public transparency and proper governance.
Ontario woman Mrs. S. Widerman reports four years without back pain dizziness or fatigue after taking four boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. She notes kidney-related illness caused sluggish circulation and low energy, and credits relief to the remedy.
The Society of United Fishermen marked its 50th anniversary with a parade from their Hall to St. Peter's Church and a service preached by Rev. Gilbert on loyalty and unity. Older members James Anstey and Alfred Menuel rode in a boat slide, then the group visited member Bro Jacob Mors to pay respects before a dinner. The evening featured entertainment. The U F A began in 1876 in Twillingate, with recent years seeing renewed interest after a period of decline as members migrated, keeping the banner unfurled in service to mankind.
A writ was issued yesterday on behalf of James J. Miller, former accountant for the British Empire Steel and Coal Company at Bell Island, claiming $15,000 for alleged wages and back time and damages for wrongful dismissal. Solicitors J G Higgins and T P Halley represent Miller, service accepted for Besco by Knight and Knight.
Easter Sunday morning in L. A. Parade saw 60 to 70 Salvationists and friends form at the Army Citadel. The procession marched over harbor ice from the Citadel to Back Hill, then to the South Side and along the shore before returning for breakfast.
Mr Moore, editor of the One WilgAnte Sun, recounts a long Pacific coast journey linked to Goodwill Industries. He visited St Louis Denver Los Angeles and Vancouver among others and noted greetings with former Twillingate residents and their families, reporting good health and prosperity.
A reader writes on April 9 1926 urging adherence to church and moral guidance in the local petition to the Hospital Council Board. The letter emphasizes repentance and willingness to follow righteous paths as a condition for peace and entry.
The piece notes that many Newfoundland friends visit home and keep a warm interest in their native land. It highlights how emigrants have spread worldwide and largely contributed positively to Newfoundland, despite living in their adopted countries.
Personal notes show Mrs Knight and Mr Knight from Morton visiting. T G W Ashbourne attends a session as the House adjourns. Several locals enter hospital for appendicitis pneumonia or dental work with mixed recoveries.
The Easter Pageant performed by the school children and young people last Wednesday in Eraser Hall will be repeated on Tuesday April 13 at the same venue. Doors open at 7 30. Admission 20 cents. children under 16 pay 1 cent. ice cream will be sold.
Incomplete notes indicate a dry docking operation at St John is planned for the week ahead. The report references readiness delays and contractor considerations affecting the schedule and credit reflections.
Montreal dispatch reports a 70 mile tornado sweeping east from Ontario with wires down and heavy damage. Battles near Pekin, British steamship Leleham crew rescued after sinking. Calcutta tornadoes kill 50 with seven villages razed. Prince Victoria and Queen Maud show improving or steady conditions. United States rejects League invite to world court. Sealing fleets and global disarmament talks feature in varied items with multiple deaths and rescues.
Summerford church led by Rev. W. J. Barry reports a Hospital Sunday collections amount acknowledged by the congregation. Local Methodist gathering noted as support for hospital needs.
In Toronto on February 27, Ethel May Anstey eldest daughter of Samuel and Lilian Anstey of Twillingate Mid to Herold R. Brown of Toronto were married by the Reverend Callon Rice.
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