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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Aug 22, 1914
Page
2
Advertising notice from the Twillingate Sun listing rates and terms. It mentions a one dollar annual price in Canada with United States and other regions, and partial rate details for local concerts and other notices. The fragment cites 50 percent discounts, 49 a word mini charge, and special rates for contracts.
The fragment lists moon phase terms Wu Fini Moon 6tts 5 Last Quarter 1312 New Moo Qld First Quarter 27. It appears to note lunar phase references with misformatted numbers and place name New Moo Qld. No clear event or entities beyond celestial terminology and a Australian locale.
A wartime letter urges mass turnout for a Tuesday night meeting to defend liberty and the Union Jack. It warns that delay risks loss of liberty and national rights, calling for united action and support for the war effort.
A torn excerpt discusses democracy versus monarchy, contrasting France as a republic with Germany as an autocratic monarchy led by a Kaiser. It mentions other nations and hints at power dynamics and gifts between rulers shaping national rule.
Analyzed wartime censorship and communications limits, noting strict controls on telegraph and wireless reporting. Describes large armies converging on Belgium Luxembourg and Alsace, with expectations of heavy combat and evolving battlefield tactics.
Fragmented report discusses submarine actions and British shipping dangers. It mentions the Kiel Canal and Belgian troops advancing, with uncertain German fleet positions and potential minor engagements ahead of a larger victory narrative.
Fragmentary notices recount a Devon artivist linked to a Lord Frany moraine and a pay increase at the Fishery Treaty Store. Mentions of Mrs Jus Gatley of St John s, associations with Mune J Heckman and Mrs Lather, and Pricilla Newman returning from Springdale hint at maritime and social connections. Captains Phil Welle and Stan Fos arrive from Springdale, with ship activity and coal transfers noted, including the Cabot whaling effort and a discharge routine.
S S Prospero arrived from North reporting no improvement along the Treaty Coast and north of Fin. Passengers include Mise Pitalel and Laura Simms visiting friends in White Bay. Jack and Martin Lutter returned. Rev Cracknell arrived to help. German panic attempts cited. English gold inflows noted. German merchants continue arrivals. coastal houses raided for gear and arms.
A Brussels despatch reports a sharp engagement near the Nouvelle Neuville on the Nawer Tirelesont railway. German cavalry, opposed by Belgian forces, suffered severe casualties with three airmen reportedly shot down and two killed by flares and shelling. one wounded.
A London Gazette issue proclaims martial law with broad powers. It bans lighting fires and many outdoor activities, imposes curfews and lights out orders, and authorizes authorities to inspect homes and property. The measure grants broad emergency control to public safety officials under specified conditions.
Central News Agency reports from St. Petersburg that Russia has mobilized 2,000,040 men on the German and Austrian frontiers and 900,000 on the Turkish and Roumanian frontiers, with 49,000,000 held in reserve while preparing for broader conflict.
Lt Robert Hynes struggles with only six boats for two traps. Food trials continue with trapping over 20 barrels each evening Thursday and Friday, too tight to batil. Miss Geneve Crowell, finishing at St John’s General Hospital, visits this week and may be engaged by Bi D Hodge.
A Ray Roberts Guardian fragment reveals St John’s dairp press weighing Confederation, with silence urged by the political machine. Outport voters and provincial leaders are urged to express themselves before the eve of the election, seeking stronger rural input and national guidance.
Aug 19 report describes Belgian women at a village near Lirke defending a local weapons factory while men served in the army. Women armed with revolvers and rifles repelled several German charges, barricaded homes, and, with civilians aiding, kept the Belgian colors flying from a nearby building as officers and a correspondent note heavy resistance.
Mr W Cunningham completed his term here and returned to St John’s last night. Gwen Bates refore by Clyde last night reflects small local events noted in brief city items.
Miss Hilda Slade daughter of Mr and Mrs Slade of Laon day has passed a very successful examination at the Montreal General Hospital and graduated with over 90 percent marks. We extend congratulations to the plucky young nurse who won through by hard work and application. We bespeak for her success.
Rev A D Roberts of Spring site arrives by Prospero. John Roberts of Wild Cove reports waking at Har roads St John’s and arrived last week. Mrs W J Scott and daughter Loté, and Mr Clarence Scott also mentioned.
Fragmentary church notices list litany sermons and Bible classes. It mentions St Peter's Church with Sunday sessions at 2:30 and various ministers including Rev Alfred Marsh Rev Bennett and Rev Benet. Additional lines reference Friday and afternoon classes for men and Bible study at North and South sites.
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