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Daily News May 9, 1907 (Thursday)
HYMENEAL:
Miss Hannah Penny
of Holyrood, and Mr. Thomas Hynes, of Placentia Junction, were united in
matrimony at the latter place, on Saturday, by Rev. W. Battcock.
The service was
performed at 6 p.m. at the residence of John Henley [should be Healey]. The
bride was attired in a handsome white gown, and was attended by Miss G. Henley
[should be Healey], while Mr. W. Hynes supported the groom. After the knot was
tied, the party repaired to the residence of Mr. Paul Hynes, where supper was
served. Dancing was participated in until daylight, the music being furnished by
James Snow of Clarke's Beach. The bride was the recipient of a large number of
presents. [Same article published in the May 14, 1907 (Tuesday) edition of the
Free Press of St. John's.]
Evening Telegram June 11, 1907 (Tuesday)
Left for Holyrood. - Mr.
F.B. Bennett, who arrived by the S.S. Silvia, left for his parents home at
Holyrood last evening, where he will spend a week or so amongst his friends. He
has been living at New York for some years past.
Evening Telegram August 8, 1907 (Thursday)
Death at Chapel's
Cove.
There passed peacefully away at Chapel's Cove, on the 1st inst., an old
and much respected resident in the person of Mr. Edward Corbett.
The deceased
was born in this little settlement seventy-one years ago, and spent the greater
part of his life in the prosecution of the fishery on Labrador. These late years
he became a victim to internal disorders, which, in spite of medical treatment,
developed into consumption. Three months ago the fangs of this dread disease got
hold of him; that his life was despaired of, and having settled all worldly
affairs, and fortified by the holy sacraments he became fully reconciled to the
Will of the Almighty.
His remains were taken on Saturday to Harbor Main church,
where solemn requiem mass was offered for the repose of his soul by the Rev.
Father Roe, his spiritual attendant. After mass the remains, followed by a large
concourse of people, were taken to Chapel's Cove cemetery, where interment took
place.
Deceased leaves a wife and five children to mourn him, of whom Edward
Joseph, painter and decorator, Mrs. John J. Groves, and Miss Sarah Corbett
reside in the United States, and a wife, son and daughter at home, to whom the
people of this community extend sympathy. Chapel's Cove, August 5, 1907.
Evening Telegram August 20, 1907 (Tuesday)
Capt. Lewis, in the
Excelda, sailed from Holyrood Saturday last with 100,000 squid. ...
Capt. W.
Kennedy arrived at Holyrood in the Hispanola Saturday and will take about
100,000 squid. He left there to-day for Labrador.
Evening Telegram August 27, 1907 (Tuesday)
Hickey - Kennedy
Wedding.
Dear Sir, - The event of most importance here for some time past was
the marriage on August 21st of Mr. Patrick Kennedy, a prominent merchant of this
town, to Miss Mary A. Hickey, daughter of Capt. Patrick Hickey.
Both of the
contracting parties are very popular young people, and the occasion was in
consequence of special interest to the whole community. Mr. George Kennedy acted
as best man, while Miss Maria Kennedy, sister of the groom, performed the role
of bridesmaid.
Quite a large gathering of friends were present, and after the
ceremony all repaired to the home of the bride, where the festivities
characteristic of such occasions were partaken of and enjoyed to the fullest
extent.
Many appropriate speeches, notably by Messrs. Fewer, Woodford and
Kennedy, helped to grace the occasion, and the responses thereto were equally
pleasing and enjoyable. An all-night dance added its quota of enjoyment and the
early hours of the next morning found one and all voting the occasion as the
most enjoyable ever experienced. Harbor Main, Aug. 23rd, 1907.
Evening Telegram September 2, 1907 (Monday)
Born. On the 28th
inst., a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Quinlan, Royal Hotel, Holyrood.
Daily News November 20, 1907 (Wednesday)
INJURED AT TICKLE
HARBOR
Cornelius Sullivan, of Harbor Main, met with a serious accident
yesterday afternoon, while engaged at railway fencing work at Tickle Harbor.
Sullivan was beside another workman, who was driving a nail, which broke off
when struck, and hit Sullivan in the jaw, the point entering his eye. He was
knocked unconscious, and a copious stream of blood flowed from the wound. After
a few moments, however, he revived, but was unable to see, and it is believed he
has lost his sight. The matter was reported to the Reid Co., and the injured man
was brought in by last night's train for medical treatment. Mr. Sullivan is a
hard working man, about 60 years old, and the last summer was master of a
schooner at Labrador, securing a good voyage of fish.
Daily News November 23, 1907 (Saturday)
Wedding Bells. Corbett -
Sullivan.
The wedding of Mr. Walter Corbett, of Chapel's Cove, to Miss Maria
Sullivan, daughter of Cornelius and Anastatia Sullivan, of Harbor Main, took
place at the Church of the Holy Redeemer, Boston, Mass., on Wednesday, November
13th, at 7 p.m.
The bride was dressed in white net, with bridal veil and orange
blossoms, and carried a bouquet. The maid-of-honor was her sister, Miss
Sullivan, She was dressed in white and pink de sole. The groom was supported by
his brother, Mr. John Corbett.
After the ceremony, a reception was held at 119
Harvard Street, where the bride and groom were recipients of many presents,
pleasing testimonials of the esteem and affection in which they are held by a
large circle of friends. The assembled guests enjoyed themselves until the
bright hours of morning, when they departed wishing every happiness to the newly
wedded couple.
Evening Telegram June 17, 1908 (Wednesday)
Hotel Arrivals.
At
the Tremont. - Captain John Lewis, Holyrood; ...
Evening Telegram June 19, 1908 (Friday)
Mr. Archibald Bennett, of
the Standard Mfg. Co., and Miss Hannah Walsh, of Holyrood, were married by the
Rt. Rev. Monsignor Roche, at the R.C. Cathedral last evening. Mr. E. Brophy was
the best man and Miss Maggie Nugent was bridesmaid.
The wedding supper was
served at the residence of Mrs. A.J. Harvey, in whose employ the bride had been
for some time. After the feast had been partaken of the happy pair drove to
their future residence Hayward Ave.
Evening Telegram July 1, 1908 (Wednesday)
From the Banks.
Capt.
Jno. Lewis in the Excelda, arrived at Holyrood last night, seeking fresh caplin
bait. He has about 300 quintals of fish on board.
Daily News July 4, 1908 (Saturday)
A young man named Hicks, a
native of Holyrood, returned home a short time ago from Burke, Idaho, U.S.A.,
and will be married shortly to a young lady of his native town. Mr. Hicks has
been away for a number of years and has been very successful. After the wedding
the bride and groom will leave for Idaho, where Mr. Hicks will resume his duties
as a miner.
Evening Telegram July 22, 1908 (Wednesday)
Died. At Holyrood, this
morning, after a long illness, Sarah Timmins, aged 30 years; leaving a husband,
father, mother and one sister to mourn their sad loss.
Evening Telegram August 3, 1908 (Monday)
Oldest resident of Harbour
Main.
Captain Patrick Strapp, brother of the late John Strapp, and father of
Revd. Bro. Strapp of St. Bon's, is the oldest resident of the Harbour Main
district, being now in his 91st year.
He is still quite smart and has the use of
all his faculties. His sight is remarkably good, being able to read without any
difficulty. His memory, too, is good, and he can discourse about happenings of
four score years ago.
The old lady, Mrs. Holden, referred to by our morning
contemporary as being 106 years old, has many years yet to live before she
reaches that patriarchal age. She is about 87 years old and was the mother of
twenty-four children. She is still able to get about and is remarkably smart for
one of her advanced age.
Daily News August 11, 1908 (Tuesday)
Deaths. HICKEY. -
At
Chapels Cove, August 4th, after a long and tedious illness, Maggie, beloved
daughter of Peter and Mary Hickey, aged 26 years, leaving a father and mother,
one sister and two brothers to mourn their sad loss.
Evening Telegram August 14, 1908 (Friday)
In Memoriam. Mrs. Ann
Dunphy.
On Monday morning there passed to the great beyond, Ann, the beloved
wife of Batholomew Dunphy, the well known farmer and trader of Holyrood.
Deceased had been ailing for three months and despite the best medical skill of
Drs. Jones and Chisholm the malady proved fatal. Mrs. Dunphy was born in
Holyrood 67 years ago and was an exemplary citizen in all that goes to make a
good woman, a pious, industrious wife and mother.
She leaves behind her besides
her husband six children, four sons and two daughters, viz: John Dunphy, M.D.,
Thomas in the United States, Bartholomew, trader in Salmonier, and Michael, the
popular blacksmith of Holyrood, Mary, now residing in Dublin, Ireland, and
Margaret, wife of J.B. Veitch, Esq., Government Telegrapher at Holyrood.
The
funeral took place on Wednesday morning and was largely attended by friends from
Holyrood and the neighbouring settlements. The remains were enclosed in a
handsome casket, furnished by A. Carnell, Esq., St. John's which was adorned
with floral wreaths sent by sympathetic friends.
Office and high mass of requiem
was offered up for the repose of her soul at Holy Cross Church, the celebrant
being Rev. J. Donnelly, assisted by Rev. W.F. Flaherty as deacon and the Rt.
Rev. Mgr. Veitch as sub-deacon. Interment took place immediately after high mass
in the beautiful cemetery at South Side Hill, where the mortal remains of Mrs.
Dunphy were placed under the shadow of the cross, among the ashes of her father,
and to await the last judgement. To the sorrowing husband, sons and daughters we
offer our sympathy in their bereavement. Holyrood, Aug. 12.
Evening Telegram August 18, 1908 (Tuesday)
Xmas Tree at
Holyrood.
Rev. Fr. Donnelly will have an Xmas tree at Holyrood next December
to raise funds to build a Presbytery.
Evening Telegram September 9, 1908 (Wednesday)
Lewis and Summers.
The Men for Harbor Main.
Capt. John Lewis visited Chapel's Cove, Hr. Main and
places north on Saturday last, for the purpose of introducing his colleague, Mr.
P.J. Summers. The genial Captain was everywhere welcomed by his old
constituents, and was given every assurance of his being re-elected in the
forthcoming general election. ...
Evening Telegram September 14, 1908 (Monday)
In Memoriam. Very
Revd. Patrick O'Donnel.
The dedication of the memorial tablet to the late
Very Rev. Patrick O'Donnell at Harbor Main to-day was attended by a large
congregation from all parts of the district.
Harbor Main was not, after all,
the true limit of Fr. O'Donnell's parish as geographical boundaries could not
encompass his activities. From his parish curacy, over forty years ago, when it
was quite ordinary for him to hold stations as far north as Bay Roberts, and at
the same time cover the territory as far south as Indian Pond ... Even when an
old man, and worn out in the service, he a few years ago attended the three
parishes of Conception Harbor, Harbor Main and Holyrood, a territory of over
twenty miles, during an epidemic of la grippe, and for practically the whole
winter. ...
Daily News October 24, 1908 (Saturday)
Harbor Grace News.
...
Mr. Arthur Hicks and Miss Lizzie O'Rorke, of Holyrood, arrived by Tuesday
night's train and registered at Cochrane House. The happy couple were united in
marriage at the Cathedral, Wednesday morning, by Rev. J.J. Nugent. Mr. Joseph
Pumphrey of this town supported the groom, and Miss O'Rorke, sister of the
bride, acted as bridesmaid. The newly married pair will remain a few days.
Daily News August 10, 1909 (Tuesday)
Laura, the little daughter of Captain Walter Kennedy, of Holyrood, was
operated upon on Saturday afternoon at the general hospital, for
appendicitis, and is now doing very well. Captain Kennedy was in town
yesterday, left for home by train last night.
Daily News August 19, 1909 (Thursday)
Death. Stapleton.
On the 18th inst., after a tedious illness, Michael Stapleton,
plasterer,
son of Michael and the late Catherine Stapleton, aged 39 years, leaving
a
wife and three children to mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband
and
father. Funeral on Friday at 2.30 p.m., from his late residence, 95
Cabot
Street. R.I.P.
Daily News September 9, 1909 (Thursday)
New Appointments.
His Excellency the Governor in Council has been pleased tp appoint ...
Messrs. Edward Kirby, John Quinlan, Philip Mullowney, Nicholas Wall, and
John Mullowney to be the Road Board for Holyrood, District of Harbor
Main;
... Mr. Timothy Sullivan, to be a member of the Road Board for Chapel's
Cove, District of Harbor Main, in place of Mr. Thomas Sliney; ...
Secretary's Office, Sept. 7, 1907.
Daily News September 11, 1909 (Saturday)
A Successful Newfoundlander.
Captain Peter Quinlan, brother of Constables E. and R. Quinlan, formerly
of
Harbor Main, master and owner of the six-masted schooner, Augustus H.
Badcock, arrived by Monday's express, on a visit to his mother, who is
now
dangerously ill at her home in Holyrood.
Captain Quinlan left here about
30
years ago, and began at the bottom of the ladder. At present he is one
of
the most known and successful sailing masters sailing out of Brooklyn,
and
is famous for quick trips between Brooklyn and Porta Rica. About eight
years ago he was here on a visit, and remained some time, but his
present
visit is hurried, he only coming to see his dying mother, who has passed
the
allotted span.
Captain Quinlan's wife and daughter are his companions
at
sea, both sailing with him on each trip. He leaves again for Brooklyn
by
Sunday's express.
Daily News September 13, 1909 (Monday)
Capt. Peter Quinlan who was on a short visit to his mother, who is very
ill,
at Holyrood, left for Brooklyn by yesterday's express to join his ship.
Daily News September 20, 1909 (Monday)
Obituary. Mrs. M. Quinlan.
Yesterday morning Mrs. Mary Quinlan, wife of Capt. John Quinlan passed
peacefully away at her home Holyrood, after a protracted illness.
Deceased
who has passed the allotted span, was one of the old landmarks of
Holyrood,
and was known throughout the district for her hospitality and charitable
acts. Possessed of all the traits that ennoble woman, she was an ideal
wife
and mother, a kind neighbour and a fine friend.
A husband, six sons, two
of
them Constables Edmund and Ronald Quinlan, and one daughter, are left to
mourn.
Daily News October 13, 1909 (Wednesday)
The "Daily News" Harbor Directory. ...
Job. Bros. & Co. ...
Little Madonna, Edward Hinds, St. Brendon's. ...
Primrose, John Dewling, Trinity Hr. ...
Jas. Baird Ltd. ...
Rose, Abraham Gover, Trinity Hr. ...
Mary, Thos. Power, Dunville. ...
Ayre & Sons, Ltd. ...
Gertie K., Giles Fiefield, Salmon Cove. ...
Smith Co., Ltd.
Sisters, John Fiander, English Hr.
Viola, John Barbour, Trinity Hr. ...
G. Knowling (West End).
Linus P., J Ploughman, Trinity. ...
Daily News November 5, 1909 (Friday)
Mr. and Mrs. Carter of Bay of Islands and Mrs. B. Dunphy of Salmonier,
are
in the city, and are guests at the Hotel Royal.
Daily News November 13, 1909 (Saturday)
The "Daily News" Harbor Directory.
Job, Bros. & Co. ...
Annie Healy, James Healy, Fox Hr., P.B. ...
Jas. Baird, Ltd. ...
Sea Queen, Thomas Smith, Chapel Arm, T.B. ...
Minnie Gladys, Robert Smith, Norman's Cove, Chapel Arm.T.B. ...
Bowring Brothers, Ltd.
Susan M., Henry Miller, New Bonaventure, T.B. ...
Edith May, Jonathan Miller, New Bonaventure, T.B.
Abednego, John King, New Bonaventure, T.B. ...
A.H. Murray. ...
Guide, Fred. Goss, Trinity. ...
Dart, Arthur Holwell, Trinity. ...
A. Goodridge & Sons. ...
Polyanthus, Richard Healey, Fox Harbor, P.B. ...
Maggie, Bernard Nolan, Salmonier. ...
C.F. Bennett & Co.
Dauntless, Joseph Butler, Trinity. ...
Smith Co., Ltd. ...
Edgar C., Stephen Hawco, Salmonier. ...
Daily News November 16, 1909 (Tuesday)
Death. Bradbury. [sic]
On the 15th inst., Catherine Bradbury, relict of the late Martin Healey,
aged 78 years. Funeral on Wednesday, at 2.30 p.m. from her daughter's
residence, Mrs. William Brennan.
Daily News November 18, 1909 (Thursday)
Published by Authority.
His Excelllency the Governor in Council has been pleased to appoint ...
Messrs. Edward Butler (Holyrood), and John Hicks (North Arm, Holyrood),
to
be members of the Roman Catholic Board of Education for the District of
Holyrood; ...
Tousaint Hynes (West Country Cove), John Payne, and
Thos.
Furey (Harbour Round), to be the Road Board for Brent's Cove, District
of
St. Barbe, with jurisdiction from West Country Cove to Harbour Round,
both
inclusive; ...
Secretary's Office, Nov. 16. 1909.
Daily News November 24, 1909 (Wednesday)
The crew of the schooner Annie Healey, of Fox Hr., P.B., with Jas.
Healey,
master, as a result of their summer's work, were paid off with $271.00
per
man. This is an extremely good bill.
Evening Telegram January 21, 1910 (Friday)
Wedding Bells.
O'Rourke-Riley.
On Sunday evening, 16th inst., a very pretty wedding took
place at Holyrood in the Church of the Holy Cross, after the Benediction of the
Blessed Sacrament. The parties being Mr. Mathew O'Rourke and Miss Rachael Riley.
The bride was neatly dressed in a costume of blue with hat to match. Miss C.
Kiley [sic], the bride's cousin, attended her, who also was neatly dressed in
blue, while Mr. John Murphy supported the groom.
Before going to church there
was a tea given by her parents, where a large number of guests were invited and
a very nice time was spent. When leaving her home there were showers of rice
thrown after them. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Badcock, after
which the happy couple drove to the home of the groom where supper was partaken,
and a very enjoyable night was spent. The bride received many presents. We wish
Mr. and Mrs. O'Rourke many happy years of wedded life.
Evening Telegram January 22, 1910 (Saturday)
Wedding Bells.
On
January the 9th, at St. Joseph's the wedding of Messrs. Michael and James Lewis,
of Newbridge, took place. The grooms, who are brothers, and two most respectable
young men, were married by Rev. Dr. Howley at the same time to two accomplished
young ladies, Miss Kieley and Miss Tremblett.
Both of them were dressed in white
silk and orange blossoms. They were attended by Miss Gertrude Moriarity, a
beautiful young lady, who was dressed in pale satin ornamented with gold leaves
and flowers most beautiful to be seen. The wedding festivities lasted for two
days and nights. People all the way from Holyrood came to see the wedding,
including the three brothers Fleming. Guns were firing and horns blowing and
flags were flying to the breeze. The large hotel was crowded for two days and
nights. The Telegram extends congratulations.
Evening Telegram February 10, 1910 (Thursday)
'Posso' Healey Wants
Men.
J.P. Healey, who is here from Bishop's Falls, will employ about 300 men
to go to work there next month. There will be a big boom there as soon as the
spring opens.
Evening Telegram July 15, 1910 (Friday)
Father Roe Gone
Home.
Rev. Fr. Roe, P.P., Harbor Main, returned home yesterday by train
almost completely recovered from his late serious illness. He was accompanied by
Rev. Bro. Kennedy.
Evening Telegram July 15, 1910 (Friday)
Death of a
Religious.
Mother Cecilia, one of the youngest members of the community of
Sisters of Mary, Conception, was called to her eternal reward on Thursday night,
July 7th, in the 33rd year of her age and the 13th year of her religious life.
Her death was the result of that dread disease consumption, with which she was
stricken two years ago.
Mother Cecilia Joy was the daughter of Capt. Walter Joy,
Sub-Collector, Holyrood; the niece of the Rt. Rev. Mgr. Veitch, P.P.,
Conception, and the sister of Sister Lucy, who died of consumption at the
Convent of Pictou over a year ago. To her sorrowing father, sister and brothers,
to her uncle, Rt. Rev. Mgr. Veitch, and to all the other members of her family
the Telegram extends its sympathy.