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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 16, 1927
Page
4
The article notes Mr Winsor as an indefatigable worker serving a very extensive circuit. It commends his time and energy and wishes him continued success in his labor for the cause.
The piece links Easter to renewal and life after death, notes hardships and warfare since the era’s start, and urges careful public charity. It cautions that money appeals should be vetted by the Poor Commissioner and clergy, to avoid improper aid and ensure genuine need.
The notice notes the fourth year of service by Reverend Mr. Winsor as pastor, detailing his tenure and ongoing duties within the church.
Winifred Harris and 155 others fled interiors by boat used shared by 29 as they escaped toward Shanghai with British troops protection. Dr and Mrs Harry Williams of Winnipeg await security to continue work. Harris, Newfoundland born, previously with Fort Rouge church and McLean mission.
The article notes Miss Harris, stationed at Kiating in West China as a mission school teacher, plans furlough this year and looks forward to visiting Winnipeg. She expresses sentiment about returning home and attending a Sunday school concert Friday evening with old friends from the mission.
A public meeting was held in the church on April 8 with Dr Parsons speaking on the Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital. The address clarified the hospital project and a committee was elected to canvass and raise support for Summerford’s share.
Mrs J Pelly of Port Albert speaks highly of Dodd’s Kidney Pills saying eight boxes restored her health after weakness nervousness and lack of appetite. The testimonial asserts the remedy relieves kidney trouble and is available from druggists, Gerald S Doyle St John’s Newfoundland.
The note records further contributions to the Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital debt, listing donors and amounts, and projects reaching the $5 000 goal by May 1 with a remaining balance of $434.60. It urges timely donations and mentions thawing snow and spring as context.
The notice cites donors including Leo W. Clarke of Springdale and Mr. George Clarke who contributed lumber over the past year. Treasurer thanks supporters and notes $3000 previously sent, $209.00 shown, and an expected $50.00 more by month end from Mr. Smith, Collector of Customs.
Mrs H W Rideout who had been in New York and Baltimore visiting her ill son Victor returned Monday from Lewisporte. She reports his condition improved and he may visit Twillingate this summer.
Obituary notes the death of James Young in his 85th year after a life of useful work and brotherly kindness. A fisherman and ice master, he witnessed Labrador and Newfoundland fisheries, served in the shore and seal trades, and left a wife, four sons, a daughter, siblings, and many mourners. Funeral conducted by Rev. Henry Gilbert at St Andrews Cemetery.
The Prince of Wales rode his mare Lady Doon to a thrilling victory in the South Notts point to point steeple chase at Oxton England yesterday. In other news the Telegraph reports a shooting death of Chester Pelley aged 17 of Port Union found in the country, and various wartime and maritime updates across the Atlantic.
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