Beri Beri in Newfoundland and Labrador Health Crisis
Dr Parsons urges action at a Rotary Club addressing tuberculosis in Notre Dame Bay and presents a stark case of beri beri from Twillingate. He links medical neglect to economic hardship, warning of widespread disability and dole dependency without preventive nutrition and care from Newfoundland's health system. He cites international authorities to support nutritional disease concerns.
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Twillingate
Newfoundland
Dole
Scotland
Hogland
Canada
United States
Nerviline promotes relief for stomach pains and gas
Mrs. H. L. Carpenter of Rothesay New Brunswick endorses Nerviline as a quick remedy for sour stomach gas cramps and diarrhea. She notes three years of use for neuralgia colds chills and cramps and calls it a wonderful medicine and a household necessity in the country.
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H. L. Carpenter
Rothesay, N.B
Dole and Beri Berri Costs in Newfoundland Hospital Care
A fragment discusses the economic impact of dole recipients and Beri Beri on Newfoundland’s recovery. It cites Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital costs from 1924 to 1932 and from 1933 to 1932, noting taxpayers funded the illness burden. The text suggests diet changes and public strain on resources, with uncertain figures and broken phrasing.
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Newfoundland
Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital
Beti-Beri
Beri Bari proposal for Newfoundland diet relief and Dorset plan
A Twillingate physician urges immediate action to supply whole wheat flour to Newfoundland via a chartered steamer and credit facilities. He argues this would curb Beri Beri cases, reduce dole costs, and boost future revenue, detailing economic rehab plans and critiques of current dole enforcement. He cites a 1933 La Scie to Musgrave Harbour fishery report and calls for a strong new Commission and better LDA handling.
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St. John's
Twillingate
Newfoundland
Rotary
Beri
Beri-Beri
LaScie
Musgrave Harbour
Obituary for Adolphus Allan Gleeson at Virgin Arm
The angel of death took Adolphus Allan Gleeson at age 22 on December 27 1933 after a brief illness likely meningitis. Survived by his parents four sisters a brother and grandmother, the family mourns a kind hearted Bible reader who sang and loved stories. Funeral at U C Cemetery Carter's Cove led by Rev J T Clarke with Psalms 90 12. Inserted by sister Mrs Cecil Price Virgin Arm. An apple tree in Cologne Germany bore fruit six times in 1933 and a pear tree twice.
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Adolphus Allan
Joseph Gleeson
Virgin Arm
Adolphus
J. T. Clarke
U. C
Carter's Cove
Children face toy ban and bedtime threat in family scene
A six year old named Peter asks whose water pistol he may own after being forbidden to buy one. In global affairs, Japan and Russia head toward conflict while Germany and France work to resolve security clashes. Italy Austria and Britain and the U.S. watch with suspicion as European tensions grow and defense plans expand.
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Peter
Japan
Russia
Germany
France
Far East
Italy
Austria
England
America
Dependability Endures Beyond Wealth and Market Fluctuations
A compact reflection on dependability as a valued trait surpassing gold stocks and bonds, noting its earned reputation through steady performance. The fragment hints at global hardship and the enduring importance of reliability amid strain.
Seals Cut Steps In Ice To Reach Breathing Surface
Members of Captain Scott's Antarctic Expedition observed that seals cut steps in perpendicular ice cakes using their canine teeth to climb out of the water for air. After each bite, the head is swung to widen the opening, creating footing for the front flippers. The process continues until the body is lifted and propelled higher by the hind flippers.
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Captain Scott
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promise Restored Vitality For Women
An advertisement touts Dr Hamilton's Pills of Mandrake and Butternut as a cure for tired, pale women. It claims two pills nightly will improve headaches, constipation, appetite, and spirits, restoring a youthful appearance by tomorrow morning.
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Dr. Hamilton
Dr Hamiltons Pills Tone the System
A humorous exchange in a railway car features a lady asking if her dog can ride with a paid fare. The conductor reassures her that the dog will be treated like other passengers and may occupy a seat, so long as it keeps its feet off the star feature.
Surefooted Was Right in Farm Hand’s Steady Cart Ride
A townsman praises a sturdy cart horse saying it is sure footed. The driver, an old farm-hand, replies with dry humor noting the horse has kicked him three times in the same place, illustrating resilient patience.
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Jeanne McKenzie
Toronto
Empire
Dr. Parsons
Mr. Presideley Otary Club and
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Goa
Calier
Newfoundland and Labrador
Twillin
Galina Pomdes
Nerviline
L. A
Cecil Price
Cologne
Dr Hamiltons
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P.O. Box
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Broker & Commission
Legal Card
R. C. B. Mercer
New Martin Building
Water Street
P.O. B
Confederation Life
Wood
E. J. Linfield
T’gate
Standard Marble & Granite Works
P.O
George Reid
J. McIntyre
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