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Twillingate Sun

Location

Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada

Date

Jul 21, 1951

Page

3

New Asthma Inhaler Trial Reported By London Firm

A London company reports progress on a new asthma inhaler treatment promising instant relief and potential to restore active life. The method uses a chewable inhaler and pocket device, claims rapid absorption and atomization, and may be approved for wide use by the Ministry.

London

Patrol Leader Thomas Christian Ties to Fletcher Christian

On Pitcairn Island the Sesuts patrol is led by Thomas Christian, a direct descendant of Fletcher Christian of the Bounty. In Alberta Isfall, Boy Scouts sponsored by the Baard of Trade raise funds by odd jobs at five cents an hour, earning three units toward uniforms.

Pitcairn Bounty Isfall Alberta Baard of Trade

Sidall Device Purifies Air With Odorless Vapors

The Financial Post reports Sidall releases plastic housed instrument that purifies air and cuts bacteria by up to 100 percent. It is claimed to reduce colds measles and epidemics in schools and factories. The device uses a new chemical ethylene glycol vaporized at one pour per 309 hours, producing odorless and harmless vapors for humans.

Sidall Financial Post

Hospital insurance strains British Columbia system

More than 500000 patients have used the province’s subsidized hospital plan in just two years, about half of BC’s population. Congestion rises as the seriously ill struggle for beds, while demand for new buildings soars amid high construction costs. critics say public services grow costly when paid for by others.

Hee British Columbia Fiat

Newfoundland MPs Labrador Fishery Debate in Commons

In the House of Commons on June 29, Mr. T. G. W. Ashbourne spoke on Labrador fisheries. He urged market diversification to restore Spanish and Brazilian demand, noted high capital losses, and called for studies and potential support to revive this Newfoundland industry.

Mr. Ashbourne Labrador T. G.W. Ashbourne Grand Falle House of Commons Ashbourne Genttlemen Ottawa Mr.Ashbourne Newfoundland

Obituary Notice for Mrs William Adams Hillgrade

Mrs William Adams aged 71 died May 9 at Hillgrade after years of suffering. Survived by husband, three daughters Helen Powell Blanch Caooper Wary Ings, three sons Robert Raymond Willie, twelve grandchildren and a brother Samel Gilge. Service by Rev H Beacham at U C cemetery Hillgrade. Inserted by daughter Mrs Stephen Powell.

Hillgrade William Adams Helen Stephen Powell Blanch Arthur Caoeper Wary Edward Ings Robert Raymond Wilie Prandon Sameel Gilge

An Intelligent Girl Teases Conversation with Man

A witty remark frames a social exchange where an intelligent girl notes she speaks less than the man she chats with. The quip highlights gendered conversational dynamics and humor in everyday talk.

Tender for Harbour Improvements Twillingate Nfld

Tenders addressed to the Secretary for Harbour Improvements Twillingate Nfld must be received by 9 00 pm Wednesday July 28 1951. Forms contracts and specifications available at the Department of Public Works Ottawa Chief Engineer Buckmaster's Field St John s Newfoundland and at various post offices. Tender must use printed forms and be accompanied by certified cheque or bearer bonds for the tender amount. Deposit of 25 00 required to obtain blueprints and specifications. return of deposit upon completion period. forfeiture if not returned. Department of Public Works Ottawa June 7 1951.

H.D.S.T.J Buckmaster’s Field St. John’s Cother Brook Grand Falls Twillinggate Canada Minister of Public Works

Love by Potion and the Lave Drops Craze

A Stockholm man mixed choco ale with licorice powder to create lave drops sold at 70 pounds per pound. Customers bought them like cake, claiming remarkable effects on romantic partners. The note recalls medieval tales of witches blending potions from blood.

Stockholm

Nightly oddities and a burglar in the bulldog

A chaotic tale unfolds with thieves plotting to poison a knight by lacing mead while a small town chief constable doubles as a veterinary surgeon. A caller asks if he is needed as vet or chief, and a burglar joke ends the scene with a bulldog locked in.

Couple’s quarrel ends with changing minds at last

The young couple argued all evening until the husband concedes and asks for a talk. The bride tearfully insists she has changed her mind and will not acknowledge fault.

Boy Defines Budget as A Family Quarrel

A child’s humorous take on budgeting frames the term as a domestic dispute. The remark captures a lighthearted, plainspoken understanding from a youngster reflecting household money matters.

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