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Newspaper

Twillingate Sun

Location

Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada

Date

Feb 26, 1927

Page

3

Weather Forecast From Ontario Sage for 1927

B Bowes of Ontario presents a year long forecast with monthly notes. January mild and calm then winds and snow. February very cold. March strong winds with snow. April calm warm dry. May warm dry then winds with rain frost and snow. June to December warm dry and calm. September winds rain and frost. October mild then wind storm. November mild then cold winds frost and possible snow. December stormy with winds rain snow and low temps. Alliston Ontario Herald.

Marco

McGrath Named Deputy Minister of Justice

The Gazette announces the appointment of James J. McGrath as Deputy Minister of Justice replacing the late P. J. Summers. McGrath, principal of McGrath McGrath and Furlong, studied law with Sir William Whiteway and the Hon. Mr. Justice Johnson, and is praised as well qualified for the post.

James J. McGrath P. J. Summers K.C McGrath McGrath, McGrath and Furlong William Whiteway Justice Johnson

Kingsley Praise Text

Excerpt notes a devotional line praising eternal praise to God from all creation including sun stars clouds beasts and birds with thanksgiving for His glory

Candles and Hoses Remain in Historical Contemplation

A reflection on ancient lighting and firefighting tools noting future generations may ponder their use a millennium from now while forgetting their appearance and function.

Dodd’s Kidney Pills Relieve Back Pain and Pimples

Mr I Barnes of Fortune Bay Mid Feb writes that after taking twelve boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills his bad back and facial pimples disappeared. He now keeps a box on hand and uses them to stay well. The note links kidney health to improved energy and circulation.

Mr. I. Barnes Dodd Fortune Bay Spec Mr. Barnes

Blessing to People of Advanced Years Gin Pills Claim

Elder Tam aged 72 testifies to relief from kidney and bladder pains after using Gin Pills purchased via National Drug & Chemical Co of Canada. Ad claims prompt relief for seniors with urinary troubles and urges readers to buy at their druggist for 56 cents.

Tam National Drug & Chemical Company of Canada, Limited Toronto Canada

Sir Austen Chamberlain and the swift eyeglass trick

Geneva correspondent notes Sir Austen Chamberlain at the League of Nations council. He toggles from monocle to horn rimmed glasses in a fraction of a second while reading, keeping his speech steady and eyes unfazed as the eyewear shifts unseen. The trick impresses observers amid formal discussion.

Geneva New York Herald -Tribune Austen Chamberlain Council of the League of Nations

Respectability as a Moral Benchmark in Society

A philosophical reflection asserts respectability equals avoidance of pleasure seeking that might attract scrutiny. It argues social virtue hinges on restraint and propriety rather than open indulgence, challenging readers to examine personal standards and public image.

New President Notes Trade Totals and Cod Industry Shifts

John Meehan as New President of the Board of Trade highlights the 1925 totals with imports at 27,522,305 and exports at 27,563,213. Cod fishery yields 1,470,000 quintals and cod liver oil production grows from 77,000 gallons in 1925 to 320,000 in 1926.

John Meehan Board of Trade

Progress at Hampden by International Paper Co

Hampden grows with a 40000 dollar dam and modern shipping facilities. Workers from coastal areas toil on contracts with good wages. A large winter cut is planned as the town nears completion with orderly streets and a full sewer system. A hospital for twelve is run by Dr Creel Man with his wife and Miss Gills.

Hampden Internaional Paper Co Creel Man

Visitor Questions Herkunft as Ruler of Home

A brief exchange where a visitor asks the speaker their origin and the reply declares no land of origin, claiming sovereignty over their own residence. The dialogue centers on identity and belonging without geographic ties.

Golfless Groom Says He Marryied Before The Game

The speaker recalls her husband loved golf after their marriage and jokes that she was lucky he wed before being introduced to the sport. He claimed he would have faced a change in life if golf had entered earlier.

Lucky

Angler Spins Tall Tale of Fish and Boat Slip

An angler at the club regales listeners with a yarn about catching the biggest fish ever and being pulled from the boat. He insists he merely fell on the fish, dismissing a nasty wetting.

Parcel Wraps and Cigars Prompt a Retro Exchange

A mother asks for a small brown paper to wrap a parcel while a father offers a rolled cigar as a ready wrap, illustrating a domestic, old time exchange.

Friend Doctor Exchange About Coping With High Cost

A humorous exchange shows a friend asking how to manage living costs and a surgeon replying by cutting out something, highlighting a witty take on expense control.

Blessings from God Valued Like Sight to a Blind Man

Quotation on valuing daily blessings from God and praising Him rather than taking them for granted. It asks what a blind man would give to see rivers meadows and fountains, attributed to Izaak Walton.

Izzak Walton

London tramcar pause and a gentleman's concern

Two men sit in a crowded London tramcar. One notices the other's eyes closed and asks if he is well. The reply is that he is all right but he does not want to see ladies standing.

London Bill

Mrs Weds for Love Not Cooking, Excuse Given

Dialogue shows Mrs W asking why she was chosen and Mr W replying he needed an excuse. She doubts motives over cooking skills while he defends the decision as necessary.

Tiny 29 HP Plane Flies Over the Alps

A small aircraft with 29 horsepower recently crossed the Alps reaching about 14 000 feet in altitude. The feat showcases early aviation progress and bold experimentation by pilots amid challenging mountain conditions.

Alps

Lantern to Crown 25-Story Providence Building

A 25 story Providence building will rise with a massive lantern atop its tower. The lantern’s light is planned to be visible across three states, marking a bold civic landmark.

Great Merasheen Harbour Providence

Judge Corrects Counsel On Public House Visit

The attorney begins with a hypothetical line about seeing the lord in a public house. The judge interjects to provide a correction and steer the exchange back to the matter at hand.

Counsel

Mineral license holders urged to send reports to department

The Department of Agriculture and Mines in St John's Newfoundland asks mineral license holders to forward geological reports, assay results, and other documents to 381 John's Street, St. John's. The notice is dated December 3, 1926.

W.C Winsor Marine & Fisheries Department of Marine & Fisheries St. Tobn’s Newfoundland Dept. of Agri. & Mines John’s

Also Mentioned on This Page

Weather Forecast B. Bowes Ontario Appi Jeny Alliston, Ont Herald Charles Kingsley Sir Austin’s DR. Wood Merasheen Placentia Bay Blundon Sir Charles Hamilton Blundon’s Island W.S. W Canon Island W. C. Winsor Perry Davis Davis & Lawrence CO New York Montreal Y. J McGrath St John’s LIGHT Indian Head, St. George’s Lot Indian Head Wwe C Winsor W. J. Walsh Agriculture & Mines Mennen the Twillingate Fire Insurance Co. Ltd the Twillingate Fire Insurakice Co. Ltd P.E. Moores, Sec’y Treas FORD A.E. Hickman CO. Ltd Ford Sales & Service St. John’s
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