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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Mar 03, 1928
Page
3
An elderly man laments kidney and bladder trouble and praises Gin Pills for reducing nightly trips to the bathroom. The ad claims prompt lasting relief for seniors with such ailments and urges readers to buy a box at their druggist for 50 cents. © National Drug & Chemical Company of Canada, Limited, Toronto.
Dear Sir I record the death of Maria Elizabeth Gillette who passed Jan 9 after a long illness from cancer. She suffered greatly yet bore it patiently and was beloved by her children friends and relatives. Her kindness cheerfulness and willing help will be long remembered by all who knew her.
Funeral held Saturday for a Newfoundland woman in Exploits attended by a large crowd. The service, led by Mr. George Lilley, noted the absence of the minister. Survived by a husband, siblings, six daughters in part living in New York, a son, grandchildren, and many relatives. Since 1527 three local deaths, all from cancer, have troubled the community.
A daughter expresses gratitude for the sympathy and wreaths received after the death of her mother. The message reflects long years together, immense pain, and the final restful passing. It notes the empty chair, daily watching, and the enduring love of the family.
An elderly passenger asks why the train stops while a porter jokes about the engine’s actions. The luggage porter quips that the train is thirsty and a “drop of water” is given. A bystander questions the humor as the crew debates the delay and pace of travel.
A fragmentary essay notes oddities in musical and transport history. It mentions a one string banjo, a vast railroad line between Leningrad and Vladivostok, and suggests a saxophone with only one hole as a needed instrument.
A vintage ad claims horses and cattle suffer colic and cramps and promises relief with Perry Davis Painkiller sold in 25 and 50 cent bottles. The copy emphasizes quick cure using a half bottle for animals.
For fifty years genuine Phillips Milk of Magnesia has been prescribed by physicians to ease sour stomach and acid gassy discomfort. It neutralizes acid in the stomach and bowels, safely helps remove waste, and is gentler than soda. Insist on Phillips at any drugstore. Gerald S. Doyle, Distributors.
A white flashing acetylene gas light has been established on the East End of Mal Bay Island. The position is given as Belle Bay, Rencontre, Lat 47 37 08 N, Long 55 12 20 W, marking the new beacon on the coast.
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