Herring Nets Public Notice Issued October 23 1944
Government order in the United Kingdom provides herring nets to wholesalers through the Colonial Cordage Company. Allocation will be based on returns dated August 25 1944 in consultation with the Department of Natural Resources and the Newfoundland Fisheries Board. Price to fishermen is 771 per ran plus freight and insurance from St Johns. A small supply of sizes 27/8 inch mesh 50 rans by 200 250 meshes deep is available with provisional allocations and further supplies expected soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Kingdom
Colonial Cordage Company
Department of Natural Resources
Newfoundland Fisheries Board
St. John’s
W. E. Curtis
Regulations Amended for Salmon Nets Near River Mouths Newfoundland
Published by Authority new regulations amend prior rules on salmon fishing in Newfoundland waters. Regulation 6A prohibits setting salmon nets or traps within 100 fathoms of river mouths or as fixed by the Commissioner, with notice posted at debouching points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newfoundland
Public Notice on Skim Milk Powder Allocation
A small supply of skim milk powder is available in 2 pound barrels at twenty seven cents per pound f o b St Johns Traders in areas with inadequate fresh milk supply are invited to apply to the Rationing Division Department of Supply for allocations made in consultation with the Department of Public Health and Welfare One pound of powder yields about a gallon of skim milk The maximum retail price will be 35 cents per pound Curtis October 20 1944.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxium
Regulations Issued Under The Emergency Powers Act 1940
The Governor in Commission has enacted new regulations dated 17 October 1944 at St Johns. The notice is published under the authority of The Emergency Powers Defence Act 1940. W. J. Carew, Secretary of the Commission of Government, signs the document.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John's
W. J. Carew
Commission of Government
Tea purchase allowance in Newfoundland extended
Regulations extend to allow persons over ten to buy an extra half pound of tea during October 1944 under Defence Control of Tea rules. The order references the Defence (Control of Tea) Regulations of 1943 and notes continuation under the Supplementary Allowance Regulations of 1944.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newfoundland
Public Notice Raises GLV Limit to 1000 for Group K Shipments
The Foreign Economic Administration announces immediate increase of the General Licence value limit from 2500 to 1000 for single US Schedule B class commodities to group K countries including Newfoundland. Many commodities retain different limits. Further details available from the Department of Supply and the Comprehensive Export Schedule. Copies 50 cents via the Government Printing Office. W E Curtis secretary for supply. 19 October 1944.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foreign Economic Administration
Washington D.C
Newfoundland
Department of Supply
United States
Superintendent of Documents
Government Printing Office
Washington
D.C
W.E. Curtis
Justice Not Vengeance at Aseg Massacre Ceremony
France Tireur reports a ceremony in Aseg chaired by Cardinal Liswart, Archbishop of Lill. The prelate proclaimed that wartime violence cannot excuse murder of families, urging Germans to face punishment for crimes, not vengeance, and noting he conveyed the protest to German authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France-Tireur
Aseg
Oardinal Liswart
Lill
Cupal's N. Tonic Promises Nervous Relief
A vintage advertisement extols Cupal's N. Tonic as a remedy for jittery nerves. The concise copy urges readers to try the product for quick calm, framing it as the ideal tonic to restore steadiness and composure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cupal
Newfoundland Delegation to Attend Commonwealth Talks Montreal
A Commission of Government delegation will represent Newfoundland at the Commonwealth Talks in Montreal on Civil Aviation and the following International Civil Aviation Conference in Washington. Sir George E. London and A J Walsh will head the Newfoundland contingent with Squadron Leader H A L Pattison RAF as technical adviser.
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Commission of Government
Newfoundland
Montreal
Washington
George E. London
A J. Walsh
K.C
H. A. L. Pattison R.A F
Local Medicines Listed On Sale At Store
Cherry Bark and Glycerine Throat Pantilles and additional remedies are offered at the shop. The ad notes several medicinal preparations available to customers seeking cough and throat relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wale
Couple plot to burn child and seek boy at orphanage
Donald and Mary plan to shoot a child and request a girl at the orphanage. One girl is produced as Mary moves to close the bargain. Donald whispers to change to a boy, recalling a lad’s cap found on a train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald
Mary
Cooperation Urged by British Secretary at Luncheon
British Foreign Secretary urged ongoing action and unity at a luncheon honoring Rene Massign, the French Commissioner for Foreign Affairs. He stressed Europe’s fate hinges on combined effort and urged vision to go forward, faith to act, and courage to persevere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acthory Eten
Rene Massign
Europe
Digestive Powders Marketed for Stomach Relief
A brief notice suggests trying digestive powders for stomach discomfort. The ad emphasizes quick relief and easy use, highlighting product availability and a general health claim without naming brands or distributors.
Zinc Castor Oil and Iron Nerve Blood Tablets Sold Here
Zinc Castor Oil and Iron Nerve Blood Tablets are offered by multiple firms at this location. The items are marketed as tonic tablets with health benefit claims and available through several firms in the area.
Toronto Name of Indian Origin Meaning Place of Meeting
The term Toronto derives from an Indigenous language meaning a place of meeting or meeting place, reflecting the city as a gathering site for communities. The name is tied to the historical use of the area as a crossroads and rendezvous point.
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Toronto
Gems for your Scrapbook Comfort
A collage of quotes about happiness, kindness, and courage from Victor Robinson Tryon Edwards and others. It reflects on finding understanding, giving aid, encouragement, and the power of scripture to provide hope. Includes a prayer and a Bible verse value.
Smallest Owl and Largest Owl Descriptions
A note lists the elf owl at six inches long as the smallest species and the horned owl at two feet as the largest. The brief catalog emphasizes size differences among owls.
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N P.A
F. M. O'Leary Ltd
Cupal Limited
Blackburn
England
A. Manuel
L. A. Anstey
E. J. Linfield
SUN
Dodd
Department of Natoral Resources
P.D. H. Dunn
Natural Resources
W. EB. Curtis
Confederation Life
U.S. A
Hutte
Hite
Gerald S. Doyle, Ltd
Chase & Sanborn Colfee
Chase & Sanborn Coffee
Victor Robinson
Howells
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Cupal Ltd
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Boston
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