A Few Observations on the Year’s Political Field
An editorial voice critiques the government and opposition prospects for elections this year, noting dissatisfaction with party motives and urging prudent use of public funds. It argues the government should share responsibility postwar and emphasizes national unity over partisan aims despite faults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Morris
Action Five
Wwelr
Youces
Canada
New Zeeland
Weensto
Jane
Telefe
Winnox
Goroniou
Aaron
Daylight Saving Time Ends Page Across the World
A fragmented note describes daylight saving changes with references to clocks, the Upper Monae, and St. Johns. It mentions shifting clocks back one hour, yoking activities to sunrise, and a recurring schedule through the year. The text hints at global adoption and ceremonial timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phat Tv
Lave
St. John'a
German submarine plan and public reaction questioned
Fragmented wartime dispatch notes the German submarine campaign and Allied thoughts on delayed actions. Analysts ponder Britain’s stance and U S involvement, while leaders face scrutiny as wording hints at shifting timelines and public sentiment amid tensions.
Adams Sun newspaper pricing and advertising terms
The fragment outlines subscription rates and advertising pricing policies with mentions of 10 cents per year for copies, 40 percent per inch for legal notices, and variations for content advertising including inch rates and display terms. It references a May schedule and a general layout of advertising structure.
Burtons Commemorate Wounded Soldier Status
Private A. J. Burton and Mrs Abel Burton of Harte Cove enlisted in Toronto on Nov 9 1951. Burton sustained a serious injury to his right side during combat and spent three months in Central Hospital London. He is married with a young child.
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A. J. Burton
Itr
Abel Burton
Harte Cove
Enlsted
Toronto
Wus
Laddan
Rogleod
Tsow
Burton
Opening of the Legislature amid war and governance notes
The governor opens the legislature with a speech outlining wartime priorities, colonial participation in the war effort, proposed commissions on prices and civil service salaries, and planned grants for naval and colonial needs. Ministers emphasize unity with Britain, discuss revenue and expenditure, and pledge action on cost of living and public services.
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Oglal
Q.elfemen
House of Rosemby
Quidland Patriotic Association Funds Report 1917
The Wotwood Branch reports a 1917 statement of amounts collected for war relief and patriotic funds from August 1914 to May 29 1917. Totals include Aeroplane Fund 451.00, Belgian Refugees 1,008.00, Red Cross 249.40, and Cot Fund 1,380.38 with regional allocations to St John’s and Liverpool aid. Donations support Empire Day, soldier welfare, and hospital wards, with detailed daily distributions and acknowledgments.
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Jensen
Ple
Jeuven
Liverpool
England
Beljlov Mintter
London
St. Jou
Dit
Mironi
Bibl FO
St. John's
Schowen
B.D
Aryualten Yan
Vultlig Sletaier
Loudon Halstad
Undefined Words From a Fragmentary Record
A fragmented OCR style text mentions Coury and a grandiose title, with garbled phrases about prudence, state, individuals, and personal parents. The readable portion hints at religious or providential language but lacks coherent facts, dates, names, or events to summarize clearly.
From St Johns Our Weekly Budget Items Of Local Note
A garbled historic clipping mentions various local topics including a press trip to California, a university degree conferred, a cottage discovery on Tibap Road, and a fire department response. It references a parade for the Sons of Zugtand and a church procession via Gower Street, plus a governor opening the legislature and provincial notices. The text also notes missing servicemen and a prime minister’s address as part of ongoing civic events.
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Jon
Morisee
California
J. A. Krobiany
Bowne Allison University
Conuminatione
CL Mertenu
Tibap
Fof Zugtand
Ewedes
Tversven
Victoria Fell
Cacbrave St. Ceptensial
Gower St
Bond
Fragmented 19th century dispatches from Bellearin coast
Disjointed report notes rough weather, a sailor death, and maritime movements near the Sauking and Bonavista Pay route. It mentions Jab Bron & Co ownership, a late crew member from the United States Navy, and officials including Capt. Ingorsbly as part of a coastal coalition discussion. Sympathies express for the bereaved families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jmecine
Bellearin
Risie Burdetto
Jab Bron, & Co
Ebeq
Walt
Iris
Bawird ‘Ay
United Stole
Navy
Blandford
Amd
adalkWlist
Henaz
Bonavista
Frima
Cavers
Pagsles
Het
Briray Miniater
Col
Margarey Scott Wins Worklaye Prize at Hospital Event
Margarey Scott wins the purse in the Gene ex Hospital event at Prowpern. The readable fragment confirms the prize award and the institutional setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margarey Scott
Tos Been Worklaye Ag
Gene Ex Hospital
Fragmentary note on Witmer hare and abortio
Fragmentary OCR mentions Witmer hare and a plan or discussion related to abortion. Reads unclear on participants or actions. No definite events, dates, or places clearly identifiable.
Recruit to Officers This Week by Clyde 10d
A terse notice states Clyde 10d will recruit officers this week, outlining a state set of procedures and emphasizing timely submission of applications. The fragment mentions Corpera Dockey and Seemen Boubel as referenced names in the recruitment context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spsaker
Ana Gaquentea
Houkw
Anwar
Outriun
Aioe
Clyde
MeC La trouge meur ta Pops and Un Mowe iti
A compact note reports MeC and La trouge meur ta Pops with loweek as they understand his Un Mowe iti, reflecting a terse summary of the fragmentary text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loweek
Local Forestry Firm Prepares for Oak Fall Harvest
Fragmentary notes show Lungeo Arch Rideout of Forestry Jaton aligning with Prospero plough to “wee their frends” and load ore for an anticipated harvest season. This brief item hints at preparation by regional forestry entities for a fall operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lungeo
Arch WV Rideout
Jaton
Moors Returns to City Amid Winddor Contingent Outing
Moors who was prevented from all with the Winddor Contingent is now back in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winddor
Note of Thanks from John Batcher for Loss Support
A note of thanks expresses gratitude from Mr John Batcher and family for the kind help and sympathy offered during the sorrow of their bereavement following the passing of Lisaie. The message acknowledges the support from friends and expresses appreciation for the comforting gestures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Batchér
Lisaie
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Quidland Patriotic Assogation
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