Just Before Christmas Be as Good as One Can Bo
Poem from The Blairmore Enterprise in dialect voice. A boy Willie recalls family nicknames, chores, and Christmas wishes. It contrasts boyish mischief with a wish to be good, mentions a yeller dog Sport, a clipper sled, and grandma’s missionary dream. Reflects rural child life, discipline, and holiday anticipation.
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Ather
William
Will
Willie
Bill
Sister Joy
Grandma
Dan
Ceylon Isle
Daniel Boone
Man reports six years of lumbago relief with Kruschen Salts
A reader letter from Lumbage credits Kruschen Salts with curing six years of lumbago and rheumatism after three weeks. The note claims reduced pain and improved sleep, attributing the cure to dissolving uric acid crystals in the blood.
Why don't you come to church Sam
A brief exchange about Sam not attending church due to attire. The speaker notes the Lord ignores clothing while suggesting the deacon might notice Sam’s shirt, indicating concern about appearances in a religious setting.
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Sam
The Educated Lan Nuisance Quip From Shaw
A brief quotation attributes to George Bernard Shaw a remark that the educated language is a greater nuisance than the uneducated. The line appears as a clipped aphorism reflecting cyclic debates on eloquence and boasted literacy.
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George Bernard Shaw
Ford critique sparks talk of independence and effort
Confederation Life cites Henry Ford stating that the era is filled with too many witty people seeking others to do tasks for them, urging self reliance and action. The remark reflects Ford’s view on initiative and responsibility amid contemporary social chatter.
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Henry Ford
Dogs Eat Church In Arctic Christmas Feasts
Odd Yuletide tale describes hungry dogs devouring a walrus rib church in the Arctic after services, leaving only the frame. Earlier, rats in an Alpine village allegedly looted a garage and feasted on a motor car, with the scene noted as among the strangest holiday reports.
Royal Christmas Feast of 1399 at Westminster Hall
An account from Stow cited in William FE Mead's English Medical Fast describes King Richard II's 1399 Christmas at Westminster Hall. Daily joustings drew crowds with vast feasts, including 28 or 26 oxen and 300 sheep daily. The king wore a gold gown adorned with pearls and stones valued at 3000 marks, guarded by Cheshire men and attendants.
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England
William FE. Mead
Houghton Mifflin
Stow
London
Richard
Westminster Hall
William Rufus
Cheshire
Halt Command Sparks Confusion in New Squad
A sergeant orders a halt to a new squad. Jones explains his past as a horse driver. The sergeant drills the unit with commands as the march continues, testing discipline and responsiveness.
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Jones
Gifts Practical presents at Christmas bring love and happiness
A Christmas message emphasizes that real gifts lie in the love and happiness shared with family and friends rather than material presents. It highlights warmth, generosity, and the joy of giving during the holiday season.
Nativity Song Adapted from Latin Poem by Sophie Jewett
A short verse depicting a mother bending over her newborn as heavenly voices promise the child’s future kingship. The mother rejoices, the Christ child smiles, and the speaker prays for strength in danger. Adapted from Jaco pone da Todi.
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Christ
King
Sophie Jewett
Century of Methodism in Twillingate and Notre Dame Bay
Rev W Edgar Mercer writes a centennial souvenir detailing Twillingate and Notre Dame Bay Methodism. The 176 page bound book includes 96 illustrations and covers church history, regional industry politics education business scenery sport and Great War references. Order now for $1.00 to receive a copy.
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W. Edgar Mercer
Twillingate
Notre Dame Bay
Nerviline Pain Reliever Promises Quick Joint Relief
An old time ad touts Nerviline as a trusted remedy for rheumatic joints stiff neck sore back and lumbago. The copy claims it rubs on without blistering and has been in use for over fifty years as the king of pain relieving liniments.
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Confederation Life
Paera
EXCEL
Parker & Monroe, Ltd
Stewart Roberts
Newfoundland
Newfoundand
Canada
United States
Gate Sun
U.S.A
Twillingate Sun
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