Opponents appeal in Newfoundland political clash
The article argues the unseating of Sir William Whiteway and Bond under the Corrupt Practices Act will drive voters to punish Tory manipulation in 1894. It recalls John A. Macdonald’s fall and notes Whiteway’s steadfast support, predicting renewed strength for the Workingman's Party at the polls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Workingman’s Party
W. Whiteway
William Whiteway
Bond
Sir William
Workingman
John A. McDonald
Canada
William Whitesway
Inconsistent ruling cited in Trinity election case
The judge and counsel clash over the Trinity election decision. The judge says the ruling does not reflect on the respondents, while Sir William and Mr Bond face bribery disqualification. Critics urge the public to trust the judges’ interpretation of the Election Act.
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Little
William
Bond
Misfortune on Red Cross Line steamer Miranda near Labrador
The Miranda ref. St Johns collided about 10 miles north of Cape Charles while en route to Labrador and Greenland. Repairs were made and the vessel returned to St Johns. Passengers faced a serious breach as hawse-pipes and bow-plates were damaged.
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Red Cross Line
Miranda
St. John's
Labrador
Greenland
Cape Charles
St. John’s
Explorers’ Plan Interrupted by Afurdada Disaster
An 1897 note from H. G. Standard describes a misfortune during a party from Kansas University bound for Rigoulette to survey the Great Falls at Labrador. The setback disrupted their intended expedition and reflects the era’s exploratory aims and hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas University
Rigoulette
Great Falls
Labrador
H. G. Standard
Change Islands asks Lance call each trip to Change Tatands
A letter to the editor from Change Islands argues the Bay steamer Lance should call at Change Islands on every trip both to and from Fogo, noting 1100 residents, three large firms, and many fishermen. The writer urges government action and inclusive public service.
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Lance
Dalton
Fogo
Twillingate
Change Islands
Change Tatands
the Sun
Tomas MacStincer
Missionaries Report Busy Year in Jen Tsun China
Mr. Thompson writes from Jen Tsun describing a year of two Chinese services weekly and daily worship. He logged 100 village visits and five to Ching Yuan plus his wife’s 37 women’s teaching visits. The couple outlines a three stage growth pattern and notes progress toward faith amid challenges.
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Mr. Thompson
Jen Ts UN
Ching Yuan
Christ
Planes Shows a Noble Example in Sectarian Politics
A battered note accuses the Toy Party of using sectarian cries in upcoming byelections to gain advantage. The text claims success in Bonavista last fall by Messrs. Marine and warns that appealing to religious prejudice pays off for two individuals mentioned.
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Bonavista
Messrs. Marine
Belle Isle iron mine project planned near Conception Bay
The Trade Review notes wholesale prices for timber commodities and reports a new iron mining venture near Belle Tale, Conception Bay. Prospectors have located promising ore samples, and a company plans immediate work, shipping crude ore to Nova Scotia rather than refining on the island, promising employment for Belle Islanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle Tale
Conception Bay
Ig Oan
Nova Scotia
Parting Addresses to Rev Freeman of Blackhead Circuit
A note dated July 23 1804 from Blackhead Circuit members bids farewell to Rev BR Freeman. The congregation thanks him for three years of labor in spiritual and financial growth and presents a purse as a token of esteem. The letter, signed by local clergy and lay members, prays for blessings on Freeman and Mrs Freeman as they move to new field.
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Mra. Freeman
John ©. Moores
Peter Diamond
Thos. B. LeGrow
Geo. E. Moores
Jus. King
Andrew Vatcher
Fred. LeGrow
Wm. Brennan
Jacob King
John Lacey
W. W. King
Richard Moores
Jessie Lacey
Jos
Thistle
Matthew LeGrow
Blackhed
Mr. Freeman
Mr Fresemans Reply to BlackHead in 1994
A letter dated July 25 1994 expresses gratitude for address and purse of gold given to Mr Freesman and Mrs Freeman. He credits three years of labor and the church’s prosperity. He praises Sabbath schools fincial health and prays for continued blessings and power from on high.
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Mrs. Freeman
Farewell to Mrs Freeman From Local Church
A July 23 letter from Mabel J LeGrow and others expresses regret at Mrs Freeman and her husband leaving after three years as organist and Sunday school worker. They praise her devotion and Christian service and send prayers and best wishes for her future field of toil. The closing signatures name several local church members.
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Buscssgan
Mrs. Freeman
Mr. Freeman
Department of the Church
Redeemers
Eavenly
Mrs Freeman's Reply
Mrs Freeman thanks BlackHED readers for a recent address and purse, expresses gratitude for three years of support, and wishes blessings. She opens her new home to all, signs off with affection and farewell.
The Hearse Too Small For Largest Ohio Woman
Mrs. Sarah Geseller of Circleville Ohio died suddenly while attending a sick relative. She weighed about 430 pounds and stood 98 inches tall, making her the county’s largest person. The coffin and doorway had to be altered to move the body, and the hearse was inadequate for transport.
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Sarah Geseller
Jacob Geseller
Circleville
Ohio
Fishing Yields and Local Cricket Victory Highlight Island News
The Grey Island fishing shows little improvement with a low overall cod catch of the season. Outstrip arrived with about 300 barrels of cod from the North, Jubilee brought salmon to Tobin's firm, and Change Islands reports three schooners loaded with abundant cod. Wanderers Cricket Club Reds beat Blues by an innings and three runs at Back Harbor. Captain Samuel Saunders returned to Change Islands from Belle Isle with a full codfish cargo.
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Stephen Newman
White Bay
J. B. Tobin
Back Harbor
Reds
Blues
Wanderers Cricket Club
Samuel Saunders
Change Islands
Belle Isle
Grand Lake Steamer Arrives With Freight at St Johns
The coastal steamer Grand Lake under Capt Delaney arrived at St Johns Thursday morning after departing Tuesday. It carried a large freight load and about fifty tons of coal for Windsor Lake. The vessel’s next voyage goes to Battle Harbor and is expected to return south by next Wednesday or Thursday.
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Grand Lake
Delaney
St. John’s
Windsor Lake
Battle Harbor
Legislature Adopts Moot Prorogations Amid Revenue Bill Debate
After combined prorogations the Legislature met on Thursday last for dispatch of business. The text suggests unconstitutionality and injustice as a third of the population could be disfranchised if the Revenues Bill passes, with the Governor tolerating such actions.
Gross Judicial Blunder in Trinity Election Case
The telegram quotes Judge Little delivering the Trinity election judgment and declaring that the verdict does not reflect on the respondents’ honesty or integrity despite labeling Sir William Whiteway and Mr. Bond guilty of bribery and corruption. The piece questions judicial consistency and warns of future misuses of power.
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Little
Justice Little
William Whiteway
Bond
Tragic Fall At Vernon River Bridge Claims Young Child Life
A one year seven month old girl, daughter of painter GC B Ross, fell head first into a water-filled creamer barrel near Vernon River Bridge, P E L, and died before rescue could occur.
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Vernon River Bridge
GC. B. Ross
Birth at Top Goor's Arm Herring Neck
A birth is recorded at Top Goor's Arm Herring Neck with the wife of Mr. reporting the birth of a child named Harley of a Seti guten Mr. Abraham.
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Harley
Seti Guten
Abraham
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Firsbran
France
M. Casimir- Perier
China
Shansi
the Trade Review
Seeereree
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Bega
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South Sydney
Victoria
Little Glace Bay
Harneas
Grey Island
Abraham Knight
Morton’s Harbor
Trinity
Op News
Bray
J . Kinga Cove
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