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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1930
Page
3
Notice states the Light and Fog Alarm at this Station was destroyed by fire and both light and alarm will be discontinued from October 14, 1930. Coordinates Lat 48 28 N Long 59 15 W are listed in the notice.
A fire was extinguished by volunteers before any damage could occur. The quick action prevented further harm.
A quotation urges clinging to the land and steadfast belief amid danger. It frames infinite love and skill as guiding forces through straits and temptations, emphasizing perseverance and trust in guidance. The passage portrays resilience as a navigator for perilous journeys.
The fall will bring a new kind of paper currency in Germany claimed to be guaranteed not to burn tear or crumble.
Two women are training as air pilots to every three men in England, reflecting shifting gender roles in aviation and education during the period.
A nine month stay in Canada left Miss Florence Hallett despondent due to rheumatism and disability. She credits Gin Pills with early improvement and urges early use for symptoms such as dizziness spots in vision and urinary issues. Listed price is 50c a box from National Drugs and Chemical Co. of Canada Limited.
A damaged snippet mentions a schoolgirl complexion and elevation phrase. The readable bits suggest casual commentary on appearance and style without clear context or event details. No persons or organizations are identifiable from the fragment.
A classroom recitation about Russian rulers turns playful when a timid student suggests the word czardines as the plural for czar’s children. The exchange ends with amused laughter as the teacher confirms czars and czarinas.
A whimsical note claims more than 9,000 elephants in Siam are employed to move fog from forests to the river, illustrating a surreal image of resource use and logistics in the region.
A farmer writes that a badly made crate broke apart while transporting fowls and all escaped. After searching he only finds eleven hens. The sender replies that eleven were found because only six were sent.
The note records a buoy renewed at latitude 46 52 36 N and longitude 52 53 00 W. Details list the coordinates with no further actions or context provided.
A humorous courtroom exchange features an American judge remarking on a couple's quarrel and a reply from Sambo claiming his wife 'licked him this time' amid lighthearted legality and racial context.
A reflective piece quotes William M. Taylor on how every thought word action and missed opportunity is a seed sown. It argues that future state and eternal outcomes mirror present character and conduct.
C M Wheeler announces seasonal boating service running to and from Lewisporte and any part of Notre Dame Bay. Passengers may board at Lewisporte or Twillingate at Mr Blandford's. First class boat with good accommodations and optional excursion trips from Lewisporte or Botwood upon request.
Location at 180 Water Street opposite Garland's Book Store with P O Box 1337 noted for mailing.
Equipped with two engines totaling 37 HP the Honeymoon II offers large roomy accommodation and a chemical toilet and is ready to carry passengers to any part of N D Bay. A message addressed to L Lewellyn Lilly at Lewisporte will reach him anytime as he is always on the Det. Come on board for a pleasant trip and pass down your box bag ATP.
Frank Roberts offers the motor boat I'm Alone a 1930 model with a 2 cylinder 10 HP engine. The vessel carries passengers to any part of the Bay from Bluff Head Cove and Twiggate with first class accommodations and reasonable rates. Call or wire Arthur Colbourne or Frank Roberts to engage trips day or night.
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