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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jun 11, 1927
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun lists subscription rates for Canada England and other countries with annual fees and offers display ads on contract or short term at 25 cents per inch. It notes notes of thanks incur a 25 cent fee and says no guarantee for late items or responsibility for correspondent opinions.
The Wild Publicity Bureau reports that Mr RH Tait lectures in the States reached 227 030 radio listeners, verified by a signed audience card system. Boston's Mid Week notes many Newfoundland visits this summer as natives plan a U S and Canada trip for a youth vacation, with many awaiting relatives' plans before they travel.
In Melbourne last October Newfoundland delegates at Menzies Hotel were greeted by Frank N Mortimer of Verra Nova North Muzroy. The visit recalls family links to Bowring Bros and the 1869 1873 elections. Captain Mortimer spoke of his sea career and his son Mortimer Lash, noting strong Newfoundland connections.
The piece argues for health preservation through fresh air and cleanliness, warning about microbes invading vital organs. It notes Civic Road Board neglect in snow work, calls for road cleaning, better sidewalks, and public aid to reduce dust and disease while urging safety first.
Mr. Phillip LeDrew visited Clyde with his daughter Miss Gertrude who entered the Hospital. Mr. Jghn Roberts of Change Islands was in town on Tuesday. Mrs. Hurley and Mrs. Fredk Anstey left by Prospero on Monday for St John’s enroute to New York. Mr. John Phillips came by Clyde for his uncle’s funeral then left to join the Caribou. Mr. Robert Keefe came from Buchan’s Mine last week and heads to the new town in a few days.
Mr. W. A. Smith J.P. of 4 Waterloo Street testifies to long use and benefits from Dodd's Kidney Pills. He cites relief from kidney trouble rheumatism lumbago and backache and says he has recommended the remedy to many friends.
Schr. Grace arrived from St. John's Sunday evening with sei t for firms here. The schr. is loading seal oil at Ashbournes Ltd for St. John's. Schr. Hattie A. Heckman left for Brown's Arm on Wednesday to load lumber.
The record shows the collectors received 129.38 dollars in aid for the British and Foreign Bible Society. This amount reflects voluntary contributions gathered by local collectors for the society.
Salmon has appeared with a few fish netted this week. Once fishermen can deploy nets in the offer berths, strong catches are likely if winds stay offshore. Ice has cleared somewhat but remaining pieces still block some berths from use.
Mr and Mrs O J Wheeler of Summerford announce the marriage of their daughter Tot to Mr William Larcombe eldest son of Mr and Mrs Henry Tarcombe of Fort Arthur Ont Canada. The marriage occurred May 16 at United Wesley Church Fort William Gut officiated by Rev W J Preston.
The Harbor View Hotel is almost finished to house out patients, travelers, and visitors to the hospital. Located near the hospital, it offers easy access to the hospital and main street on the South Side. It will open soon to provide accommodation and reduce the burden on private citizens.
The Fin has moved quickly for weeks invading homes and harming inmates. Call for careful handling of Influenza A to prevent lasting sickness. Citizens urged to avoid mixing with ill individuals to reduce risk.
A Newfoundland hospital campaign reports updated totals with numerous donors and towns from Port Albert to Tilt Cove. The May 1 figure shows 5532.40 previously acknowledged 4566.40, with new receipts from St. John’s Harvey & Co. Ltd and many individuals, totaling 6324.16. K. M. Batten, Treasurer.
Benjamin Smith died peacefully at his son George's home in Wild Cove on Friday June 3 after a long illness. He was 61 and formerly a fisherman who sailed to icefields in the 60s and 70s, later piloting ships for lumber and then farming. He leaves a wife, three daughters Dorcas Roverts Bennett Stuckless and Tuffiin, six sons George Robert William Benjamin Samuel and Fred, plus many grandchildren. The funeral was held Tuesday at the N United Church with burial at Bearberry Head Cemetery conducted by Rev. J W Winsor.
Mr. Pierce Cutler of Cobb's Arm, who suffered a windpipe cut last week, is now recovering and was in town a day since the accident.
Davis Menthol Salve cures quickly a great many simple ailments such as cuts skin injuries insect bites and stings. 25c at druggists.
Fragmented OCR lists names and places including Mrs. E. Spencer New Bay J Weakley St John s J Roberts Waterman Change Islands Dr Temple Robt Boyde Tizzard s Hr Miss Kate French Mortons Hr. Noted as a collection of lines from a house record or directory. No clear event or full context present.
Work continues favourably on the Nurse's Home at the hospital grounds to provide a refuge for nursing staff. When finished the hospital space now used by staff will be for patients. Plumber Michael Ryan and pipefitter Isaac Bourne of C A Hubley & Co at St John’s are handling fittings. Proposals include electric lighting heating and improved water and sewerage.
Telegraph News outlines Moscow departure following diplomatic break with Britain. Chamberlain injured in car crash as communists protest in London. Reports cover Greek debt settlement, clashes in Selonika, and Turkish, Polish and Franco-British tensions with several air and sea incidents.
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