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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
May 05, 1894
Page
3
A fragmented speech warns that Tory merchants aim to control land and set wages, arguing laborers face rising pay pressure if unions form. The speaker claims government policy would favor merchants on roads, docks, and railways, constraining labor and pricing.
Fragmentary notes mention Asquith proposing disestablishment, Greek unrest, Greek Isles ruin, Ireland and Greece conditions, Irish coast destroyer losses, Nova Scotia strikes, and Greenland rescue appeals. Shipping disruption and general dull outlook in markets, with various war and political references across many regions.
The Jubilee Scholarship opens for the June London University matriculation exam. The Governor in Council allocates 480 dollars annually to a Newfoundland student who attains top marks in the colony's exam and proceeds to a British university for two years. Candidates must be natives or residents for five years and studied in local schools. age limits apply. Secretary's Office March 6, 1894.
Published by Authority the Colonial Secretary's Office notes that from February 12 the Supreme Court chambers Chief Clerk office and Sheriff’s Office in St. John's will operate in Star of the Sea Hall Henry Street with Deeds Registry remaining at the current building. It also warns postal officers to seize counterfeit or reused stamps and require sender disclosure if a stamp is questionable.
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