The Case for Newfoundland in Imperial Affairs
An analysis by A Beverley Baxter argues Newfoundland’s status shift from Dominion to a nonsovereign entity over time. It contrasts tributes to British leaders with Newfoundland's governance, noting the 1933 loss of Dominion status and current representation via Dominion Secretary Lord Cranborne. The piece critiques imperial policy while urging fair handling of Newfoundland’s standing within the empire.
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Captaina
Mackenzie King
Palace of Westminster
Canada
Hlause of Lords
House of Commons
Brittan
Beaton
Destiny
William Lyon Mackenzie
Curtin
Fraser
King
Marshal Smuts
Churchill
Dominions
Lord Cranborne
Cecil
Vincent Mansey
Downing Street
Southern Rhodesia
India
Victoria Street
London
Newfoundland Trade Commissioner
D. J. Davies
Lord McGowan
Davies
Newfoundland
Empire
Refinement education and Newfoundland debt saga continues
The article traces Newfoundland’s postwar debt burden, British loans at high interest, and the rot in Sir Richard Squires’ government. It notes the Royal Commission headed by Lord Amulree urging Britain to take over the island, as the land faced grinding debt service and shrinking exports.
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Newfoundland
Britain
Finland
New York
London
Richard Squires
Squires
Lord Amulree
Island
Parliament loses Government and vote in Island turmoil
A report notes the Islanders lost their Government and Parliament and the right to vote. It describes the fate of Mr Davies the High Commissioner who was reduced in rank as part of the upheaval.
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Newfoundland
London
Davies
Lord Cranborne
Lord Brabrzin
House of Lords
Mr. Davies
Lord Ammon Replies To The Editor Of The Times
Lord Ammon responds to Mr Jeffrey of St John’s Newfoundland in The Times letter debate. He contends that not a ton of iron from Bell Island had been imported before the war is not literally true but exports were negligible per figures cited by Mr Jeffrey. He cites Viscount Bennett’s May 3 remarks noting the country declined to purchase iron ore from New.
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Times
Jeffrey
St. John's Newfoundland
Bell Island
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Benonett
Newfoundland and Newfoundlands Housing Debate Clarified
In a letter from June 16 published by The Times, discussion centers on Newfoundland's housing, water, and sanitation issues. The author defends remarks on company towns, hotel and staff housing, and notes misreported water supply concerns in St Johns. He cites the 5th interim report by Justice Dunfield noting 275 unsewered dwellings.
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Foundland
Germany
Jeffery
Newfoundland
Corner Brook
Steff
Grand Falle
Grand Falla
St. John’s
Jeffry
Commission of Inquiry
St. John's
Justice Dunfield
Justice Danfield
Resisting Temptation Means More Than Forgoing Desire
A reflection argues that resisting temptation involves deeper self-control than simply skipping what one does not truly want, tying restraint to inner discipline and long term goals.
Coal delivery rhyme hints at care of supply
The snippet urges watching the coal delivery truck around a corner and keeping a bucket ready to receive the coal. It implies practical tips for ensuring a steady coal supply and minimizing waste.
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