Special to the Sun Budget Report from John’s Weekly
John’s Weekly budget summary highlights shifting costs and revenue trends. The report notes adjustments to spending, funding sources, and anticipated impacts on operations for the coming period.
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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
May 30, 1914
Page
3
John’s Weekly budget summary highlights shifting costs and revenue trends. The report notes adjustments to spending, funding sources, and anticipated impacts on operations for the coming period.
A string of city events unfolds with a magistrate case, a ferry misadventure leaving passengers shaken, and a fire brigade effort that saved the day. Reports cover police actions on the “Sons of Best” gang, planned hospital improvements, and local plans for a Water Street factory site while excursions draw crowds from the countryside.
Viola Anstey eldest daughter of Mr. William Anstey formerly of Little Hy Twillingore died in New York on May 19 at age ten after a brief illness two days of sickness. She was a member of the Methodist Sunday School and attended the funeral was held with many friends present. The mother and father are heartbroken. The sum extends its approbation to the bereaved parents.
A local report notes Kyle will be dispatched to the Straits to assist Tshsrinen workers facing heavy ice. The act by Nad, Co. is praised as public spirited, ensuring fishermen receive supplies more quickly during harsh conditions.
Telegraph reports the drowning of Tames Hilcotx of Hore Bay Fogo yesterday off Fora while seating nets. A separate incident describes two young men Roberts of Cove nearly losing their lives when their skiff swamped near Wild Cove, losing barrels of herring and facing substantial loss.
The liner C P R with 500 plus passengers collided with a coal steamer off Halifax. An early report lists over 29 fatalities and many rescued as crews search the water. The disaster involved the Mindred and Se, with authorities namingSt Lawrence and Dominion Co vessels.
A fragmented column discusses taste and perception in fashion and music, noting differences in how people appreciate beauty and harmony. It contrasts pearl value with personal choice, and how domestic life and daily routines shape preferences, using humorous examples of taste and practicality.
A boy previously employed as a messenger at Stratford's surgery was arrested yesterday by Head Port Officers of Weshinge for stealing a tray, a SDE, and other items from a shop. He confessed to stealing 35 lately and implicated others. five messengers are suspected in the thefts. The case, heard by Magistrate Twrinnsehne, includes royal notices and Empire Day references.
A damaged text fragment describes a man attempting suicide by action aboard a ship, rumors of jumping overboard, and distant mentions of a captain, a port, and a barber. Names and places are garbled but suggest a maritime scene with fear and isolation at sea.
Sunday religious notices list Whitsunday services at St Prim s with litany and sermon by Br Anpiatw, U No Service at 6 40, Bible classes, and additional meetings at Assoriation Room and St Peter s Church at 2 30. Also mentions Mr AD Roberts and local names with times.
Sagona with 10,000 seals arrived at Conche yesterday and departed in the evening. She plans to reach St John’s area by Friday, having taken seals by land along the French Shore during spring and expecting 3,000 to 4,001 more on the return voyage.
Public notice outlines sections of Chapter VV and the Astit Anjsrdment, detailing requirements for death information, reporting within four hours, and duties of clerks and registrars. It restricts burial permissions to medical staff, clergy, or two reliable persons, with certificates certifying deaths and causes, except in Saint Joseph’s City where stricter rules apply.
Magistrate Soult and FH C Patten have been at Swan Arbor investigating cone trouble, joined by Clytte Fridy. The Maggie Sullivan was ready to leave for St John s Friday evening but ice delayed its departure for the morning.
A newborn child named Leonard Redman arrived May 1st to Mr and Mrs Redman at Hareys Hra U. The family requests warm wishes and privacy during this joyful time.
The Herald reports plans for a Butterine Factory in the West End with a concrete building and modern equipment. Investors and local holdership are to be published soon, with site options and a choice to be announced shortly.
Fragmentary report notes cod fishing near New Hertaur TB and Collier's Bay Creve and Chapel Arm. Mentions Teuple arriving by freight Frvin and a man with four gis. Describes storms or rough seas and severe weather impacting Seals and fishermen.
A Connecticut family encountered a pig attracted by candy in a dish placed near their door after a snow. The pig nosed the dish, slipped its snout into the vessel, and bolted through the fence before being halted with a hammer. Neighbors gathered as the animal fled, delaying further action.
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