Retirement and farewells from the Sun newspaper
The Northern Weekly Advertiser dated October 5 1899 records the editors retiring from the Sun after fifteen years of publication. They explain selling their interest to pursue a public office and note reduced subscription costs and historical support from patrons. They thank readers and wish the new editor success. Prices for provisions are noted as low and the Labrador voyage viewed as favorable despite fish market fluctuations.
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Labrador
Return of the Labrador Fleet returns home
The Labrador fishing fleet returns from the season with most crafts reporting fair catches. Few ships remain around Mortons Harbor and nearby islands, while northern vessels faced harsher conditions. Shore fishery was strong before departure, and remaining crews fared well at home, setting a hopeful start for next season.
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Labrador
Mortons Harbor
Grand Wedding at Fogo Ends With Departure for England
The marriage of Mr. C. Corner Wall of Liverpool to Miss Kate Earle of Fogo drew nearly the entire community into celebration. The ceremony at St. Andrew's Church, luncheon at the bride's residence, and a steamer departure aboard the Matilda for Norris Arm marked a festive, well attended event amid cannons and fireworks.
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Fogo
C. Corner Wall
Liverpool
England
Kate Earle
Eleary Eayle
St. Andrew's Church
W. Charles White
W. Earle
Harry Cowan
Miss Herbert
Miss Pook
Matilda
John Scott
Norris
St. John’s
Cowan
Exploits
Change Island
Chas. Earle
Earle
Wall
Illicit Liquor Traffic Targeted by Clergy and Police
In St Johns several offenders faced heavy fines for illicit sale of alcohol. Bishop Howley publicly denounces shebeens, urging tighter enforcement alongside Inspector General J R McCowen to erase nuisances. A circular cites the amended license act of 1875 defining drinks with two percent alcohol as subject to the act.
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St. John’s
St.‘ Jeubn
Miss G Stirling Praised For Public Spirit In St Johns
Twillingate singer Miss G Stirling receives high praise from the Daily News for her free public concerts in St Johns. The Newfoundland performer, though ill with a cold, has donated her talents to churches, drawing large crowds and spreading goodwill without pay. Her fame reflects well on Terra Nova and her native Notre Dame Bay roots.
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G. Stirling
Twillingate
St. John’s
Daily News
G. W. Siddall
Twilling
Stirling
Miss Stirling
Notre Dame Bay
Fas
Twillingate Stirling
Misa
Shichi
Terra Nova
Picnic at Pilley Island Sunday School Outing
The Church of England Sunday School at Piltley’s Island held a September 18 picnic on land lent by Samuel Anthony. Around sixty people, led by Mrs S Herbert and teachers Miss French Miss Pearce Miss Kingsbury and Mr Thomas Radford, paraded past local homes and ended in a tea in a tent. Activities included various sports, with revelry continuing into the evening at the Public Hall decorated by George Boulter and the Avalon fleet in port. Dancing from 8:30 to 3:00 accompanied by Millen and Austin’s String Band.
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Church of England
Piltley’s Island
Samuel Anthony
S Herbert
Miss Herbert
Miss French
Miss Pearce
Miss Kingsbury
Thos. Radford
J.P
Pyrites Company
Anthony
George Boulter
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Avalon
Millen
Austin
Thanks to Local Helpers for Sunday School Prize Fund
The balance will be given to the Sunday School Prize Fund. The committee thanks the ladies and gentlemen who helped with catering and cooking and Capt Nicholson and the officers of the ss Avalon for conspicuous assistance, including flags and the tent canvas.
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Nicholson
Ss. Avalon
Jottings from Little Bay on mining and people
A Little Bay note from September 30 praises Ton. R. Bond elected by acclamation as representative. It mentions Mining Claims attention led by Giles Foote and Mr Howson, and H. J. B. Woods to enforce mining laws. Reports better fishing, farming, and copper finds at Tilt Cove, plus successful drying of Pilley’s Island pond and active mining labor.
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Tee Luillingate Sun
Ton. R. Bond
Tatsun
Giles Foote
H. J. B. Woods
Woods
Foote
Tilt Cove
Pilley’s Island
Traveller
Thompson Named Justice of the Peace and Stipendiary Magistrate
Yesterday's Royal Gazette reports J. P. Thompson ex-MHA for Twillingate as Justice of the Peace and Stipendiary Magistrate at Brigus. Thompson's public life since 1882 is praised for faithful service, popularity, and strong support across party lines in Twillingate. The notice notes strong confidence in his appointment and references Rupert Bonoto as a leading local financier.
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Royal Gazette
J. P. Thompson
M.H.A
Twillingate
Brigus
Thompson
General Assembly
Brigueinder
Atabsman
Rupert Bono
Inaugural Concert Shines at St John’s College Hall
Last night’s opening at the new college hall drew a large audience for Miss Stirling and Miss Jardine with organist Peter LeSueur. The event praised donors and featured Maude LeSueur, a Stirling debut, and a duet, ending with bouquets for the performers and a forecast of a bright future.
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St. John's
St. John’s
Willingate Stirling
M. Jardine
Morton
Genteman
Charles 8. Ayre
Collegs
Miss Stirling
Miss Jardine
Peter LeSueur
Bok
LeSueur
Terra
Maude LeSueur
Miss LeSueur
Newfoundland
London
Paris
Mamie Jardine
Twillingate Stirling
Jardine
Stirling
Rose
Methodist College
New College Hall Concert Venue Described
The new College hall hosted last night's concert and drew praise for its neat fittings and polished cedar and Nova Scotia spruce finish. The 106 by 55 foot room includes a 26 foot arch and seats about twelve hundred, with 1 000 chairs arranged for comfort and electric lighting noted by judges as the finest concert room in the city.
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College Hall
Sacred Concert Impresses Audience With Oratorio Selections
A Brillifant Succsss presentation featured Rev Siddall and Pastor Stirling guiding a two hour program. Herbert Stirling showcased the organ and Miss Twilling Stirling excelled in solos and duets, with standout performances in three superior pieces including challenging organ solos.
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Siddall
Tform
Herbert Stirling
Bihugh
Twilling
Stirling
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