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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 08, 1913
Page
1
The piece labels a forged oath attributed to Knights of Calumpus as a political ruse. It argues Catholics, Protestants, and Loyal Grange members should reject the document, avoid sectarian strife, and stand for unity despite the alleged hoax. The author appeals to Protestant and Catholic countrymen to resist using the forgery to inflame tensions.
Mr S Facey and Capt Frank Roberts traveled to Chappel's Island on Tuesday for a treating session. The note questions if the twenty dollars will be theirs, reflecting a local dispute over the sum.
A garbled note discusses a growing popularity trend with mentions of subscribers and a price of $20.00. It hints at widespread participation and questions the value of renting the sum, implying a marketing or social phenomenon. The text is unclear but centers on rising popularity and costs.
A printer’s error misread a lottery listing last week at Mr. Hodge’s shop. The notice should show a price range from 5 to 6 dollars, not the garbled “from $5” 10 3. The correction clarifies the intended amounts for potential buyers.
A rabbit hunting party led by Messrs Loveridge and partners near Ship Cove faced a destructive blaze that consumed their bundled shelter and worn clothing after rabbits were lost in the flames. They escaped with aid from Mr Eveleigh who provided boots pops and mitts for their return home.
A testimony before the Patent Medicines Committee shows potential sales of two million pills daily, with an estimated yearly output of about fifty tons. The witness admitted spending roughly $300,000 annually on advertising while noting prices near a guinea per bottle. The record also mentions a Sunday incident at Harbor Rock and hints at a lucrative scheme offering 420,000 in earnings.
The note claims last week’s report about Rey McKirdy was incorrect and states he remains at Spring Date in good health. No verifiable details or official statements accompany the claim, leaving the public unsure about his current condition.
An advertisement touts Stafford's Prescription A as a stomach tonic. It promises relief for sour peptic issues and social anecdotes claim positive effects. The copy notes pricing 50 cents plus postage, with trial sizes and availability at general outlets.
On F. Stafford and Son also manufacturers of Stafford's Uniment and Phoratone Conch Cure, the article notes their varied product line and prominence in medical remedies.
The death of Joe Wheeler of South Side occurred Sunday morning at age 82 after a long illness from a heavy cold. He was brother to Mark Wheeler of the Arm and Elias Wheeler of South Side. Wheeler once worked as an engineer with Dutler’s, recalled for a grinding mill accident near the plant. Surviving are his 14 children and his wife. Surviving children include Jonathan, Arthur, David, Pete, and daughters Mrs Wra Oakey, Mrs Ws House, Isabella of Toronto, and Jane of King's Cove.
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