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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
May 19, 1928
Page
2
The speech welcomes lawmakers to the final session of the present General Assembly. It notes progress in fisheries 1927 profits for shore cod and stronger seal fishery demand, higher prices for svalskins, and growth in pulp and paper plus mining prospects. It mentions the Corner Brook paper enterprise transfer after last session legislation.
The Government outlines wage negotiations for iron mines, better loan terms, and a 87,500,090 loan bill to renew war bonds. A small current-year deficit is noted as plans include lowering interest costs and modernizing the rail line to Buchans. Upcoming redistribution elections will expand franchise to women and men with new constituencies and voter lists. The speech closes with a hope for divine guidance for national interests.
The article notes initial steps by new proprietors toward progress in the year and the likely later operation of a mill in Gander Valley. It highlights the Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress visit to the Island, growing mining interest, Buchan's River developments, and plans to reform mining laws to align with Empire-wide legislation, with an Institute of Mining Engineers delegation planned for September.
A 72 year old reader testifies gin pills eased chronic kidney and bladder troubles. The letter notes reduced night awakenings and bladder pain after using a box, and urges others with similar issues to try gin pills. Published by National Drug & Chemical Company of Canada.
The report notes customs revenue increasing toward 750000 dollars and railroad operations reducing the deficit by 300000 dollars from last year. It says the railway may soon be self supporting but faces high winter service costs due to heavy snow.
Ruth Brittain argues infant over handling causes nervousness in older children. Limit handling to short daily periods and seek gentler care. Castoria is promoted as a safe remedy for infant upset with doctor endorsements and a motherhood guide included with each bottle.
In Winnipeg Tribune coverage the oldest colony asserts it reserves the right to speak first on confederation with Canada. The piece notes Newfoundland's prominent stance in shaping union discussions and its insistence on leading the dialogue with Ottawa.
Death visited Mr and Mrs Peter Young taking their eldest son Norman after a long tuberculosis of the bowels on May 7 at age 19. He leaves a large family including six sisters and one brother. Funeral at Chanceporte Cemetery with Rev Vincent sermon text I will not leave you comfortless. Miss Bessie Burt Carters Cove.
An advertisement claims nervous exhaustion causes confederation life neuralgia and offers free samples of Asaya Neurals for nerve exhaustion from Davis and Lawrence Co. in Montreal.
The May issue of Rod and Gun and Canadian Silver Fox News showcases John Gall of Toronto detailing practical trout fry planting. It includes fishing and hunting tales by noted authors, columns on ogling gulls ammunition and outdoor talk, plus Bonnycastle Dale on maritime fishing this year and a Alberta fox and game cookery note by C A Hayden. The magazine is published monthly by W J Taylor Limited Woodstock Ontario.
Fragment from a page shows Jake and Spike discussing a business, a lasnodry, and a divorce. Spike admits she divorced him, revealing a personal upheaval amid fragmented speech.
Property listing for sale including a dwelling house with attached store, a fish store and wharf, all new. Two acres of cultivable land, partly cleared, located at Musgrave Harbour. Application addressed to J R Whiteway, 7 Leslie Street, St John's.
General Post Office parcels posted in Newfoundland may be insured for loss while in postal custody. Insurance fees scale from 10c for up to 10 dollars to 30c for up to 100 dollars. U S money packets cannot be insured. Parcels must be legibly addressed, include sender details, and be securely packed. better rate options require registered mail.
A 35 foot motor boat named Little Clyde is described as 7 ft 4 in wide and 3 ft 3 in deep, fitted with a 10 hp Hubbard engine. It is presented as suitable for passenger trade and invites further particulars.
A motor schooner boat of about 12 tons powered by a 9 hp Bridgeport engine nearly new will be sold at a reasonable price. Apply to the undersigned J P Paddock Beaumont North North Dakota.
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