Twillingate Sun announcements and subscription rates
The Twillingate Sun lists subscription prices for Newfoundland Canada England U S A and other countries with annual and advance payments. Advertising rates include long term display rates with contract pricing and short term ads by the inch. Notes of Thanks incur a 25 cent fee and late news items may not be inserted.
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Twillingate
Roberts
Newfoundland
Canada
England
U.S. A
A Prosperous New Year Message for 1930 from Ye Ancient Colony
A 1930 New Year message predicts a hopeful yet cautious outlook. It hopes for prosperity in social religious and domestic life, while noting financial speculation remains. It anticipates better days tied to development of natural resources on land and sea and wishes prosperity for all in 1930.
Dalley and Co resume Winter Overland Mail Service
Messrs Win Dalley and Co resume the Winter Overland Mail Service their first trip begins Wednesday morning on New Year s Day and returns Thursday marking the reopening of the service with travel by limited overland routes an early public mail arrangement.
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Win
Marriage of H J Pardy and Flossie Young in December
Mr H J Pardy and Miss Flossie Young wed on December 26 with a few rounds of gunfire in their honor. The lighthearted celebration reflects small town customs as friends and family witnessed the ceremony.
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H. J. Pardy
Flossie Young
Note of Thanks Dec 2 1929 From Eveleighs
An underlined thanks from Solomon and Malvina Eveleigh to friends and helpers after their son Macpher son’s accident. They praise Rev Father Casey for tending the wound, C A Manuel for boat service to Twillingate, Otto Osmond and Nina Osmond for comfort, and Dr Parsons and staff, among others too numerous to name.
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Mac
Macpherson
Casey
P.P
Fortune Harbour
C. A. Manuel
Twillingate
Otto Osmond
Nina Osmond
Dr. Parsons
Resolution of Condolence for George Simums St. Andrew’s Lodge
The Society of United Fishermen St. Andrew's Lodge No. 10 Fogo records a resolution of sympathy and condolence dated December 11 1929. It notes the passing of their worthy and esteemed brother George Simums and expresses sorrow and respect for his service.
Resolution on a lodge member's death and community condolence
A lodge secretary signs a formal resolution expressing deep sympathy for the bereaved relatives of the deceased and hope that the loss may be overruled for good by a higher power. The message, dated from Ezekiel Ludlow, emphasizes communal mourning and spiritual trust.
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Ezekiel Ludlow
Court case over accidental horse killing in town
In a December court session Magistrate Roberts heard a dispute between two town residents over a horse death. The plaintiff sought 100 dollars but the court awarded 30 after consideration, plus costs and a 20 dollar fine paid into court. The case noted prior reporting differences over the horse’s value. The plaintiff claimed malicious hay fork attack. the defendant said the horse was driven away from a garden after cabbage losses. The court ruled the loss resulted from stabbing leading to blood poisoning. Both parties accepted the judgment.
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Roberts
Corrections to South West Coast Disaster Fund list
Publishing corrections correct a string of miscredited donors and gifts. Edward Young the blacksmith should be credited 14.55, Lilly Hull should be Willie Hull 1.00, Ashbourne s Ltd should read Ashbournes Ltd 112.50, A G Ashbourne 1.50, Fred Pelley 200.00, Mark Pelley should be Mark Andrews 0.50, Ralph Pelley 100.00, Mrs John Guy 100.00, Lewis Roberts 1.20, Wm Sharpe of Samuel 100.00 replaces the previously stated 150.00.
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South West Coast Disaster Fund
Edward Young
Lilly Hull
Willie Hull
Ashbourne's Ltd
Ashbournes Ltd
A.G. Ashbourne
Fred Phillips
Fred Pelley
Mary Pelley
Mark Pelley
Robert Pelley
Ralph Pelley
John Guy
Lewis Roberts
Mark Hamlyn
Mark Andrews
Sharpe
Samuel
Schroone Flier Delayed by Weather Plans Icefield Prep
A Schroone Flier bound for Seldom left a note stating it will likely bring fish to Seldom on Thursday or, if weather turns unfavorable, proceed to St. John's directly to prepare for the icefields.
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Schroone
St. John’s Direct
Local residents and travelers list from Town last week
Personal notes recount visits and departures by Clyde and other ships. Names include H M Piercey Herring Inspector Joseph White and David White from Herring Neck, Benjamin Oake from Fogo and District Grand Master, Roland Newman to Toronto, A W Burt discharged from hospital, Mrs Alfred Newman returning from hospital, David and Mrs Wheeler returning after housekeeping plans, P Powell from interior, Martin Young en route to St John s, Harry Anstey from Botwood, Edward Russell C of E Teacher at Togo visiting, Miss Nellie Morgan admitted to Memorial Hospital, Mrs K Harbin staying with Mrs Batten, Jonas Cooper from St Anthony via Prospero to Lewisporte then Twillingate, Mrs Winsor traveling via Meigle from Triton.
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H. M. Piercey
Joseph White
Herring Neck
Clyde
David
Benjamin Oake
Fogo
Roland Newman
Toronto
St. Stephen’s
A. W.N. Burt
Alfred Newman
David Wheeler
Lewisporte
P. Powell
Martin Young
St. John’s
Batten
Jonas Cooper
St. Anthony
Prospero
Twillingate
Winsor
Meigle
Triton
Shipping News Update From North Atlantic Seaways
Lehr, humorist, Capt. John Domin y, reported en route south for Monroe Export Co of St John s. Heavy slob north of La Scie eased by west winds raising hope Prospero could reach White Bay ports. Steamer retreated at Cape John on Dec 28. S. S. Kyle kept Botwood run open for A. N. D. Co. Crawley and a Buchans ore boat ready to depart this week. Geraldine Mary to load piper.
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S. S. Crawley
Buchans
Geraldine Mary
Piper
Christmas entertainments draw crowds despite foul weather
Despite the bad weather during Christmas at the events, patrons were numerous with few exceptions. Concerts and Christmas trees drew both children and adults who enjoyed themselves. Santa Claus was present and generous throughout the celebrations.
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Santa Claus
Miss Marion Anstey Home for Xiias Holidays
Miss Marion Anstey returned home from Morton's to Xiias holidays and resumed teaching duties there after the break.
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Marion Anstey
Morton's Go
Community Names and Addresses Listed in Notice
At Mrs. Cooks, T. Richards, St. John's, Gilbert D Parsons, Fortune Hr, Mr. Thomas White, Mr. J White, Mrs D White, Mr. John Keefe, Ywillin gate, Free Roebothen. Fred Foster, Joe Batt's Arm, T Woodford, D Woodford, Bering Neck, Mrs Igets D Rideout, Western Head.
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T. Richards
St. John’s
Gilbert D." Parsons
Fortune Hr
Thomas White
J. White
D. White
John Keefe
Ywillingate
Free
We Wish to Remind Subscribers of Yearly Fees
We remind subscribers near and far to pay their yearly fees to help meet demands in the coming months and keep the sun shining.
In Memoriam for LeDrews of Change Islands
In fond memory of Wilfred John LeDrew who died December 25 1926 at age 18 and George Donald LeDrew who died February 17 1927 at age 17, beloved sons of Jacob and Amelia LeDrew. Their sister inserts a tribute recalling Christmas sorrow and faith in Jesus.
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Wilfred John LeDrew
George Donald LeDrew
Jacob
Amelia LeDrew
Change Islands
Dodd's Kidney Pills Spotlight Canadian Testimonial
Mrs. Fred C. Belyea of Brown's Flats NB praises Dodd's Kidney Pills for back pain. She says after the first few days she felt a difference, continuing to take two boxes that restored her health. The letter claims the pills act on the kidneys to strengthen them and clear uric acid.
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F.C Belyea
Brown
N B
Dodd
Canada
Fred
C. Belyea
Note of Thanks From Change Islands Family
Mrs Miome Elliott and her daughter Ettie of Change Islands express deep gratitude to Memorial Hospital Twillingsto doctors nurses and staff led by Dr Parsons for their care and kindness to Ida during her illness and death. They also thank many friends who visited and helped.
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Miome Elliott
Ettie
Change Tslands
Parsons
Memorial Hospital
Twillingsto
Ida
Calendar acknowledgement from 1930 tradesmen
A fragment records an acknowledgement dated 1930 by Me Colbourne John Gillett A Manuel and Hodge Bros. The terse note cites names likely as partners or signatories in a local business matter from that period.
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Feom
Me Colbourne
John Gillett
A. Manuel and
Hodge
Bros
Customs revenue surge signals strong national economy
Telegraph reports July to November customs revenue up to 325057 excluding Besco 75000, total rise 400000 with outport up 174487 and St John s up 150568. notes broader health in country despite global upheavals and storms. Also recounts ship, fire, and disaster items from Burin to White House, and frontier talks.
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St. John’s
Besco
St. John's
Lloyd Jack
Burin
O.K
Halifax
Sable Isle
New York
Brooklyn
Ingloo
King William Island
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
White House
Washington
British Isles
Toronto
Schr
H. A. Quinton
Bonavista South
Hall
Paris
Atlantic
Grate’s Cove
Bay de Verde
France
Alsace
Loraine
Rhine
United States Coast Guard
New London
Copa
London
Britain
New Year Greetings From District M H A Leader
Mr. K. M. Brown M H A for this District has published a lengthy letter in the Advocate sending New Year greetings to constituents. It is noted as well worth perusal and may be reproduced if space allowed.
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K. M. Brown
M.H. A
Advocate
Radio Enthusiast Loveridge Becomes Wireless Operator
Mr. Malcolm Loveridge owns a radio receiving set and reports clear benefits from its use especially in local wireless news. He has developed into a capable wireless operator through this experience.
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Malcolm Loveridge
Loveridge
Notice for N D E M Hospital Association meeting
Members are requested to attend a quarterly meeting on Wednesday night January 15 at 8 o'clock in the Hospital. Cor See: Robets sympathy note appears in the notice.
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N. D. E. M. Hospital
S. Robets
Death of Carter's Cove resident George Burt at 59
George Burt of Carter's Cove died December 25 1929 at age 59 after a lengthy illness from an ulcerated stomach. He was known for industrious welfare work and remained active despite illness. He is survived by a widow, son Maxwell, adopted daughter Winnie, four brothers and two sisters. Funeral was held December 27 at United Church cemetery with memorial service December 29. Carter's Cove notes express deep sympathy.
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Twillingate Sup
Carter’s Cove
George Burt
Debreagee
United Church
B. Heywood
Bernard Heywood
Maxwell
Winnie
Grand Falls
John
Richard
Eirjah
Stewart
John ‘Oot
Samuel Curtis
Mrs Eleanor Clarke Remembered In Loving Tribute
Mrs John Gillett and Mrs Edwin Facey express heartfelt thanks to everyone who sent sympathy letters and flowers after the death of Eleanor Clarke. They share a tender verse, conveying her not dead but away to an unknown land, leaving loved ones dreaming of her continued presence in their hearts.
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John Gillett
Edwin Facey
Eleanor Clarke
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Simonde Canada Saw Co, Ltd
Montreal
Shipping News
DAVIS
É& Lawmnes Co
Montreel
J. W. McGrath
St John’s
Jesus
George
South Coast Disaster Fund
Little & Purcell’s
Sac
New Brunswick
Telegraph
E.legare
WOLFE
Confederation Life
Little
Brett Bros
Paradise
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