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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jul 25, 1914
Page
2
A weather and fishing note describes Labrador coast ice conditions easing slowly and schooners blocked from the town. It notes Venison Island activity, Brighter South optimism, and reports the first new fish of the season at Kanle's, around 87.00 in price.
The report notes The Home Rule Conference and Howe Rule efforts facing potential failure amid wariness. King George speaks firmly and unites warring actions with Speaker Lowther raising tempered hope for limited progress. Despite civil war fears, Mexican tensions ease and Irish affairs seem quiet, fueling cautious optimism.
Readers hear mixed views on Confederation with some open to arguments before forming an opinion. A citizen cites caution, preferring further discussion before deciding. The piece notes widespread discretion and varied stances among contemporaries.
Readable fragments show a Fishermen s Union discussion on Confederation guiding policy and the view attributed to Mr Gaaker. A notable line asserts the question of Confederation may guide the main policy at the next section, with emphasis on truth and opinion formed from limited information.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a vehicle accident at Biuf Hd Cove with damage to a fence and mentions an exit and a person named Dr. Sint. Details are unclear and names appear corrupted. No clear date, location, or outcome is discernible.
Ailing community notes record the Lades Orange Society gathering at Onsingy, new lodge formation, sympathy for a bereaved baby family, and the death of Mrs Yates. War cargo and a Danish coaster arrival are noted along with Ensign Earle’s tales and a proposed lecture. Local residents export coal cargoes and arrivals at Mrs Roberta’s house are mentioned.
A brief obituary notice for Frances Lavendale, infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Lavendale, aged 1 year and 1 month, described as a flower transplanted to the Paradise of God.
Advertisement offers agents to market a patent oxygen therapy device. Read like a product notice from J R Cote in Kingston Ontario seeking information and promising exclusive territory, compensation details unclear. The wording suggests a sales inquiry type notice with contact request to J R Cote.
A mucked river of items fills the week with a royal landing, weather delays, and a parade of local events. Duke’s arrival drew crowds at George’s Field while repairs and thefts peppered daily life. Fires, burglaries, and fishing endeavors shape this bustling report with names like Kelligrens, Kellitrew, and Dr Rendell appearing amid community concerns.
Mr Gillett states that there is little information available regarding the Gown Street matter. He notes minimal new details and urges further inquiry as investigations continue.
The wedding of Edwin Arthur Crowther of Cun Perla England to Miss Althea Margaret Oaktey formerly of Taiingael was held May at the Crowther home. The bride, attended by her sister and cousin, was given away by her father and supported by Will Pawntos. After the ceremony the couple toured Waterford and began their honeymoon, receiving many gifts.
A wharf collapsed after a barge broke free, spilling cargo including glassware and molasses into the water. The ballast and dredging operations freed silt, and the wreckage lies along the shore with an estimated value of 6300. No injuries reported. ownership attributed to WA Munn and associates.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Brunk Roberts and Se Mur S with references to relatives and a trip to Clymind muil Miss Pantene. Also mentions Farle visiting Roberts Ani in Enavlete's motor Tioat oi Thursday. No clear event or outcome available.
A group of Americans examining the Hodder property at Sleepy Cove departed Lewport Weare. They formed a plan and decided to pursue the property, aiming to examine further lands with a potential option on the Hodder property.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a vessel named Stelle Maris or Stella Maris sinking during coaling operations. It notes crew at work, hatches covered, pumps to be restarted, and some women escaping to a wharf as the ship sank near the dock.
Report says the Eoverwore has been abandoned and prospects of refloat are gone. The Reid Co notes no salvage will succeed and a Monday message confirms no plan to refloat the vessel. A heavy ice jam near the neighborhood impedes travel since leaving Butler. Captain J Evans and crew of Lavermore will return by Kyle.
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