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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jan 23, 1892
Page
2
Fragments outline the Board of Health rules and governor’s remarks from the Secretary’s Office dated 39, 1891. The text references governance by the colonial secretary and health authorities without clear event details.
Local regulations issued by the Board of Health outline strict quarantine and disinfection measures for diphtheria and other infectious diseases. They require prompt isolation, disinfection of clothing and belongings, and prohibition of entry to or exit from infected premises without authorization. Violations may lead to penalties and summary enforcement.
The article discusses Newfoundland's potential to lose or gain from Canada-US trade shifts. It cites the Daily Colonist on how US competition could redirect Newfoundland’s trade, compares Prince Edward Island’s 1854 Reciprocity with the US, and suggests the American push may transform Newfoundland’s economy, impacting shipbuilding, farming, and prices.
Trustees report progress on clearing church debts with South Side facing about two hundred dollars and North Side over four hundred. A recent meeting yielded a 150 dollar subscription, now over 200 dollars, with plans to continue “straight giving” to fully retire the debt and renovate interiors. The writer praises this fundraising spirit and criticizes reliance on bazaars to fund sacred edifices.
On December 1 and 10 1891 a Church of England schoolroom event in Exploits raised funds to buy an organ. The decorated venue featured a Xmas Tree led by Rev P G Snow and Miss Janet Manuel. Proceeds totaled $52.42 with various tables run by local ladies.
The passage notes Christmas and New Year sentiments from Exploits Parish dated January 16 1892. It references the organ and a small church service on New Year’s Day and thanks friends for assistance in the work.
The wedding of Mr Jabez Manuel and Miss Winsor took place January 6 at 5 30 pm in the Church of All Saints Exploits with Rev P G Snow officiating. A large congregation attended and the bridal party included Miss Louise Winsor and Miss Georgie Manuel. After the ceremony a reception at Thos A Winsor Jr. home followed with a bountiful repast and guests. The next day many guests attended at Josiah Manuel Bay father of the bridegroom. May the couple have prosperous years ahead.
Leaves from my Diary recalls Twillingate’s first settlers Moore Smith Young and Bath at Jenkins Cove. They faced hostile Indians and firepower tales from Back Harbor to the South Side. Anecdotes recount a night surprise, old timers’ memories, and a frugal bachelor founder Captain Tommy with his lone apprentice.
Report states Newfoundland's revenue for 1891 exceeds the previous year's by about 100000 dollars. The figure highlights a strong fiscal year, signaling improved income and potential economic momentum.
Local notice announces a musical singing battle at Salvation Army barracks on Wednesday evening the 27th commencing at 7 30. The 9 8 conscript arrived at St Johns on Wednesday morning and fresh herring have been plentiful in Friday's Bay with many caught by those who had weta in the water.
Public notice from J. W. Owen Ensq 3.P. states that the revision of the Grand and Petit juror list will be held in the Court House on the 26th list and continue from that date until the 9th day of February next.
The steamer D. P. Ingraham under Capt Cross left St John s Wednesday morning with mails for the North and reached Seldom-Come-By at 2 p m yesterday due to ice. The vessel landed the mails there and returns South today.
The Evening Telegram reprints an article from the Christmas Number titled Leaves from my Diary by T D Scanlan Esq of the Anglo American Telegraph Co. The piece recalls Twillingate and Fogo as they were about two centuries ago, likely of interest to local readers.
Mr. Wheatley-Lloyd, surveyor, praises fishermen and reports two steam sealing fleet vessels found floating coffins. He ordered the ships brought on deck for repairs despite owner objections, urging a dockside visit to inspect the dangerous condition and safety of the steamers.
The coastal steamer Conscript, Captain Walsh, completed her final voyage of the season with about 20 passengers aboard. She arrived here Tuesday morning on the way south and departed after about an hour for southern ports. Passengers included W. Waterman, J. P. Thompson, Mrs. Thompson, and two children, plus Burgess, Esq., MHA, who had been visiting local constituents at Little Iuy.
Travelers recount a deadly race against wolves across Russia’s frozen plains. In contrast, a modern remedy promotes Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a renowned blood purifier and strength restorer claimed to cure scrofula and consumption when other treatments fail.
The Musicians' Guide offers 212 pages with over 10 000 music pieces and books plus biographical sketches of more than 150 composers and illustrations. Send eight two cent stamps to Rostege to receive a sample copy of Tar ustorisNs Guriby and Bramage's Musicat Worn containing five dollars of music and reading matter from THE 8. BRAINARDS SONS CO. Chicago.
A list of names from Canada and Ontario testifies to the merits of Minard's Liniment for rheumatism and influenza. The document notes Culled from the Old Year and mentions several individuals including Butler Wasson McMullin Bailey and Fak.
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