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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jan 14, 1911
Page
2
A wharfinger at Coastal Wharf faces scrutiny after a published letter questioning why lines wore and lighting at the foot of the wharf were not fixed. The writer alleges government funding and authorizations were mishandled, urging accountability while denying personal malice.
The communication notes the rejection of the Thessadora Lasher contract for the overland winter air service. It states the first mail departed Monday and proposes shifting mail departures to Tuesday night with Wednesday as the regular day during winter to avoid delays.
Fragmentary report describes transport delays and proposed reforms for courier routes. It notes routes from Coinfart Cave to Eogner's Arn and constraints affecting shipments from Comfort Cave to Virgin Artis. Officials discuss dividing distances and using special couriers to reduce waits.
A damaged OCR passage describes an incident where Airs Roberts breaks a wrist while returning from an event. It mentions medical aid by De. LeDiaw and notes doctors and witnesses, though the text is garbled and hard to parse. Specific names, locations, and details are unclear due to transcription errors.
The annual meeting of the Chorel of Kuala cenigretions opened with a prayer and minutes approved. Officers for the ensuing year were elected, including Peter’s church wardens and committee members, with discussions on church debt, Bequest funds, and parish needs such as a stove and teaching staff. The meeting adjourned at 10:80 after prayers and benediction.
The annual meeting of the venerable North dtr Division 5 of Twas Weld Phuesday night discussed winter work and planned a New Year Souvenir Card to be sent to members at home or at work. The session welcomed officers and noted long service and community murals, aiming to rekindle old spirit after 50 years.
Report from St Julios recounts a chaotic meeting where doctors reconsider a controversial event and retreat from proposed coalitions after press scrutiny. Provisional plans to form four new doctors with Propiwald for a free medical dictionary were derailed by media and public pressure.
The note explains a winter schedule change from Saturday to Tuesday to align with new arrangements. It states the next issue will appear on January 21. The message references Tuesday publication and intends to fit the updated plan.
In Machaarée Ovecs Jan 16 101 a cryptic note discusses calendar entries reviewed by the Honorable Chief during his circuit visit and signed. It mentions local complaints about magistrates, executions, policing, and harbor affairs. The writer laments misrules and calls for fair play while wishing a prosperous new year for neighbors.
A 1911 sympathy message from Crosby Lodge members expresses condolences for the death of Harry Kidled. Signed on behalf of the Ladney Jacos Moons and WM. The note thanks the bereaved family for sympathy and extends spiritual support, urging endurance and faith amid loss.
A fragmented account shows Whartinger defending himself against accusations of neglecting lighting duties. He argues the government had not mandated or funded lighting improvements for wartime blackouts, urging darker conditions to protect residents. The wording reflects a period tone and political tension over safety and governance.
A garbled 19th century style notice from James Hodder thanks the sender for two messages about Myrtle the wreck and a warlogged vessel. It mentions a waterlogged message received Tuesday and a Barrow Harbor Sunday morning event. The text preserves names Hodder and Myrtle with unclear details.
A garbled Wednesday notice mentions Several Seale individuals and two bedlamera captured by Mr Thow Wella. Names such as Andro Gresphmviaaliaingd and Jotun Rous appear with unclear actions. Mr Geutwe Sharp reportedly obtained two bedlatauea and references St Genard enold burp.
Tea and Sugar sale tempting shoppers with cheap Tex and Sugar. Gurdeep tea priced per pound, Arm ore stock discounted, Champion Laundry Soap offered, common brown soap two cents. Invitation to browse and bargain by W. H. Stuckless.
The text promotes trial subscriptions to the Daily Witness and Weekly Witness with offers that appear unusually affordable. It includes inconsistent spelling and names, mentions various regions and publishers, and emphasizes bringing up to date news and long-term value to attract new subscribers.
An memorial service was held for the late Henry Prachise at St Peterw Gillieh in Longwight. The rough text records hymns and a preacher’s striking address that brought comfort to grieving relatives.
At the annual meeting on Monday the following officers were renominated and reelected or elected to positions including Herbert Young as President Eli Spencer re elected as Secretary and C Ham as Purser with further names Tie up the slate for Investigating Committee and local officials in a compact report citing multiple members such as John White Jacob Moores Matthew Cook and Ernest Manuel among others.
A Dorcas Society event is set for Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock with emphasis on fellowship and outreach activities. Organizers invite members and nearby supporters to attend and participate.
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