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Twillingate Sun

Location

Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada

Date

Aug 13, 1927

Page

4

Twillingate Sun publication and advertising rates

The Twillingate Sun lists subscription prices of 1.00 annually in Newfoundland or 1.20 for Canada and 1.50 for England, U.S. and other countries, payable in advance. Advertising rates include 25 cents per inch for short term ads with contract prices for display or long term ads and a 25 cent fee for notes of thanks. News items may be delayed by Thursday evening cutoffs. opinions of correspondents are not guaranteed.

Newfoundland T’e Canada England U.S. A

Protect Our Rights and the Need for Skilled Labour

The piece argues against exporting raw wood and urges protecting independence and Empire rights. It calls for industry as lasting employment for skilled labor, better living standards, and government safeguards. It warns of risks in under equipped motor boats and passenger safety on seas and waters.

International Paper Co

Garden Party aims educational aid for boys and girls

The Garden Party announced in this issue is to be in aid of educational work and the promoters are desirous of having the support of those interested for the sake of the boys and girls.

Progress on new church and local news from Joe Batt's Arm

Alfred Rideout reports the new church near half completed with strong worker effort. George Brett seeks brain cancer treatment in the City. James Newman is also in the City on business. Local fishermen report plenty of fish and good catch activity. An old man carries sand on his back to help the site.

Alfred Rideout Joe Batt George Brett James Newman

Local Notes From Town Gathered In A Busy Week

Personal visits and departures mark the week with Mrs Abbott in charge of Salvation Army work and Mr Milligan Pards resuming duties at the Bank. Residents including Miss Edith Manuel from St Johns and Miss Nellie Morgan recovering from a rib injury are noted along with several visitors and travelers.

Milligan Pards Clyde Channel Adjt Abbott Salvation Army Kyle Obadiah Manuel Loon Bay Temple St. George’s Baird Edith Manuel St. John’s Dorothy Vera Gilbert Wornell Coast Tulk Prospero Exploits Frederck Burt Cambridge Mass Craw Head Nellie Morgan Payne's Store Frederick Shortis Messrs Edger Peyton C. F. Scott E' Twood C. Thompson Lewis Purchase Frank Comer Brook George Chaniker Cobb

Phillips Milk of Magnesia Advertisement Claim

An advertisement promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a remedy for indigestion and excess stomach acid. It claims physicians have recommended it for fifty years and that it neutralizes acid, relieves gas, and cleanses the bowels without purging. Gerald S. Doyle distributes the product to drugstores.

Phillips Gerald S. Doyle

Obituary of Joseph A Young a 75 Year Old Fisherman

Death visited Tuesday morning claiming Joseph A Young in his 75th year after paralysis. Longtime fisherman who ran schooners on Labrador waters. Survived by wife three sons Andrew Bertram Joseph daughter Rachel and Mrs Overton Woolfrey plus two brothers Obadiah and Matthew and Mrs Hudderin. Funeral held Wednesday at South Side Church with Rev Winsor officiating. Burial in UC cemetery.

Joseph A. Young South Side Labrador T‘ae Winsor Andrew Bertram Joseph Rachel Overton Woolfrey North Dakota USA Obadiah Matthew Hudderin U.S.A

Death of Mr Andrew Whyatt in North Side community

Andrew Whyatt died after a lingering illness due to consumption at age 58. A former fisherman turned carpenter, he lived a year at home before passing away. He was a United Church member. Interment is today at the North Side Church and Bear Berry Head Cemetery with Rev Winsor officiating. He leaves a wife, two sons Arthur and Fidward, and two daughters Alice and Nellie, all at home. The Sun offers condolences.

Andrew Whyatt Yhursday United Church N. S. Church Bear Berry Head Winsor Arthur Fidward Alice Nellie

Marshes yield bake apples and fishing activity in Carmanville

Notes from Carmanville report a week or more of rich bake apple harvests in surrounding marshes and ready markets. Fishermen bring in good catches from Dog Bay and elsewhere, with several vessels returning for repairs or new trips. A Summer School for Sunday School teachers and Young People's Work is planned for August 14 with Rev. W. B. Perry as leader.

Dog Bay Togo Ralph Russell Bel Isle Fogo Islands Dolphin Pearce Green Minster Sandy Cove Eli Ellsworth Noah Butt Stephen Blondon Fredericton Noggin Cove Helen Vair W. H. Collins St. John’s E. Blanche J. Brinson Cobb's Carmanville W. B. Perry Musprave

If You Are Run Down by Illness Take The D and L Emulsion

A Victorian era health advertisement touts The D and L Emulsion from Davis and Lawrence Co., Montreal, claiming it builds weight and strength with bottles priced at 50 cents and 100 dollars.

Davis & Lawrence Co Montreal

Prescott girl saves swimmer at Long Pond

Miss Kathleen Howlett of Prescott Street St Johns earned praise as a heroine and expert swimmer after rescuing a young man from drowning at Long Pond on July 3. She supported him far from shore until caretaker Mr English arrived by boat. The rescue occurred shortly before one o'clock and was witnessed by many.

Kathleen Howlett H. Howlett Prescott Street St. John’s Long Pond

Annual Flower Service at St. Peter's Tomorrow

The annual flower service at St. Peter's Church is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.

St. Peter's

Local Ships Bring Freight for Area Firms

Schr. Ida M. Clarke arrived Monday from St. John's with freight for local firms. A motor car was also received for Mr. T. W. Ashbourne, M.H.A. Schr. Hrhel EK. sailed from Gander Bay with lumber for the same firm this week.

Ida M. Clarke St. John's T. W. Ashbournes M.H.A Hrhel EK Gander Bay

Lost gloves found at Hodge Bros store

Woman's kid gloves recovered with note that owner may claim by applying at this office.

Hodge Bros

Pulp Deal Promises Jobs and Tax Terms for Newfoundland

The House debated an agreement with International Paper Co on Corner Brook and Gander Valley pulp operations. The plan foresees four new machines by 1933, creating up to 2000 jobs and $15–$20 million in construction, plus ongoing operation of over $3.5 million annually. The colony gains export rights, railway construction, and tax terms while surrendering large water power rights. At least one person was killed and over a dozen injured in a New York subway blast.

Agust Ltd Monroe International Paper Co Corner Brook Gander Valley The Daily News Gander 1 Hamilton Cabrador International Gander Morethan New York

Explosion damages basement at Presby Church in Philadelphia

Last night a blast wrecked the basement of Presby terian Church in Philadelphia. Rev Dr W G Clarke, formerly Saskatoon, was formally inducted as minister of General United Church. A thirty thousand dollar fire swept Alberton’s business district yesterday.

Presbyterian Church Philadelphia W. G. Clarke Saskatoon Goneral United Church Alberton

Mining land deal near Buchan's in 29000 acres acquired

A local syndicate has acquired 29000 acres of mining land near Buchan's and investigation will begin immediately. Reports also note a 30 year seismically strong earthquake in northwest Japan and a fatality after Patrick Ryan, 53, jumped from a window.

Buchan’s Japan Patrick Ryan

Thanks to Twillingate Friends From Bonavista Letter

A letter from R. Bowring Comdt S A thanks Twillingate friends for kindness during nearly two years. He recalls memories of Twillingate, notes his son Railton born there, and hopes all share heavenly blessings. He asks editor for space to publish his gratitude.

Twillingate Sun Twillingate Bonavista Heavenly Jerusalem Railton Old Town R. Bowering Comdt. S. A

Perry Davis Painkiller In Family Medicine Chest

Perry Davis Painkiller is advertised as a ready in home medicine chest remedy for cramps colic sore throat bruises sprains and related ailments in 25c and 50c bottle sizes.

Perry Davis

Show at Alexandra Hall by Mr and Mrs Avery

A Monday night show at Alexandra Hall staged by Mr and Mrs Avery, now touring the country after leaving Boston. They departed for Fortune Art aboard Mr Primmer’s Water boat on Tuesday.

Alexandra Hall Avery Boston Fortune Art Primmer

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