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Evening Telegram January 4, 1912 (Thursday)
Holyrood News.
The people of Holyrood will have a Xmas Tree in their Hall
(Star of the Sea), on next Tuesday night and will be continued till Friday
night. The funds will be devoted to church purposes. Mr. R. Dwyer and Miss
M.A. O'Rourke are in charge.
Daily News January 4, 1912 (Thursday)
Capt. John Lewis's New Schooner.
Capt. John Lewis, of Holyrood, one of the big fish killers, arrived at St.
Pierre on Sunday last from Gloucester, in his new schooner, which was
purchased at the latter port recently. The new vessel is over 100 tons net
register, and quite new, being only used two seasons. Capt. Lewis will
command her at the banking voyage the coming year, and will carry a crew of
22 all told, using ten dories. The run from Gloucester to St. Pierre was
made in good time, and Captain and crew are well. After discharging at the
French port, the schooner will sail for Hr. Breton, where she will be put in
readiness for the banking voyage.
Daily News January 4, 1912 (Thursday)
Mr. Matthew Hawco, of Holyrood, is at present in the city. Mr. Hawco is a
marine engineer of repute, and each season engages on the Great Lakes. He
is spending the winter with his family at Holyrood.
Evening Telegram February 6, 1912 (Tuesday)
In Memoriam.
Holyrood has lost one of its oldest residents through the death of Mr. John
O'Neill on Thursday morning. Deceased, a retired fisherman-farmer and
highly respected by all classes in the community, had lived a remarkably
long life, being entered upon his 94th year, and was in the enjoyment of
robust health and retained all his faculties until death summoned him
suddenly while taking his breakfast on that morning. His wife, who had
lived to a very advanced age too, predeceased him about six years.
Mr.
O'Neill was about a centenarian, and one of the foremost and respected of
the old pioneers. He hewed out a home from the virgin forest and brought up
a large family. He saw schools, churches and even villages grow up around
him; held places of trust in the community where he lived, and saw active
service in many a big election fight.
His funeral, which was largely
attended, took place from his late home to the Church of Holy Cross, where
Requiem Mass and the burial service were chanted for the repose of his soul
by Rev. Wm. Finn, of Harbor Grace; thence to the cemetery on the hillside,
where the remains of a good man and good Catholic were laid to rest.
Deceased leaves two sons and four daughters to mourn his loss, to all of
whom we tender our sincere sympathy. - Com.
Evening Telegram February 8, 1912 (Thursday)
Wedding Bells. Austin - Hawco.
A quiet but interesting wedding was solemnized here on Sunday, the
contracting parties being Mr. Patrick Austin and Miss Mary Hawco. The bride
was becomingly attired in a costume of seal brown Amazon cloth, trimmed with
white and white silk hat, and carried a bouquet of white carnations. Miss
Kittie Duggan attended as bridesmaid and Mr. John Brophy as groomsman. Rev.
Wm. Finn of Harbor Grace performed the ceremony.
After the ceremony they
drove to the home of the bride's parents, amid cheers and volleys of
musketry, where a sumptuous repast was partaken of; songs and music were
rendered by Messrs. Austin, Murphy and Duggan. The bride was the recipient
of many useful presents. Amid showers of rice and good wishes they left for
their future home, Brooklyn, by Tuesday's express.
Holyrood, Feb. 7th, 1912.
Daily News F ebruary 8, 1912 (Thursday)
Capt. John Lewis Begins Early.
Capt. John Lewis, who only recently returned from Boston, where he purchased
the new banking schooner, 'Melamor', will be leaving within a few days for
Hr. Breton, to take charge of his new purchase, and begin winter fishing on
the western shore. Last year Capt. Lewis was late in leaving, but having a
good supply of bait, and a full crew, he hopes to be among the first on the
grounds this season.
Evening Telegram February 9, 1912 (Friday)
Death of Monsignor Walsh.
Rt. Rev. Monsignor Walsh, of Brigus, died at one o'clock to-day. The news
came as a shock to his many friends in the city. They knew he was in poor
health the past month but as he has been more or less an invalid the past
ten years, they were not expecting to hear this sudden departure.
Deceased
who was one of the oldest and most prominent clergymen in the Harbor Grace
Diocese and was a friend and advisor to all its clergymen. His Lordship
Bishop March held him in the highest esteem and visited him regularly the
past few years, spending several days in his company. The Monsignor's death
will be a great loss to the diocese. When his health became impaired some
years ago the Bishop divided the work of the parish with Dr. Whelan, since
then the Monsignor was able to lead a more retired life necessitated by his
delicate state of health. H
e was born in Carbonear and was a nephew of the
late Rev. Fr. Duffy. He was educated in Ireland and was a profound
theologian and highly accomplished musician. He was a pleasing
conversationalist and his company was enjoyed by all who came to see him at
his hospitable Presbytery. Rt. Rev. Mons. Veitch was his life long friend,
and it is a remarkable fact that they received their title from Rome at the
same time. We extend our sympathy to the relatives of the deceased,
including Mrs. Thomas Kavanagh, of the city, who is a niece of the deceased.
Daily News March 15, 1912 (Friday)
J. Quintin and M. Whalen, both residents of Holyrood, entered hospital
yesterday. The former is suffering from a very sore foot, which it is
feared will have to be amputated.
Evening Telgram March 28, 1912 (Thursday)
Killed.
People who came in to-day from Holyrood say that news was received Tuesday
by telegraph from New York that Mr. Peter Gushue of Conception Hr. had been
killed at New York that day. The deceased was a structural iron worker, and
was engaged at the largest new sky scraper being built in New York city,
when he fell from one of the floors and was instantly killed.
He has been absent from home for nine years and both his
parents, a brother and sister, survive him and reside at Conception Hr. The
family are plunged in grief. The body will likely be sent home for
interment.
Evening Telegram October 1, 1912 (Tuesday)
Schooner Lost.
Last month at Grffin's Hr., Labrador, Capt. W.J. Kennedy lost
his fine schooner of 80 tons, the 'M.S. Ayre'.
Capt. Kennedy has had a hard
stroke of luck for several years. Some 8 years ago in coming here from
Carbonear in the little schr. 'Pioneer' he was driven to sea in a gale, was
picked off by the S.S. Rotterdam, with his crew and brought to Rotterdam
after being given up as lost, and he was severely hurt and was in hospital
there for weeks.
The Ayre went down salt laden and was to bring a fish
cargo to Halifax. She had discharged some of it when a gale sprung up and
both anchors dragged and she was swept ashore.
There were on board the
captain and 5 men of a crew with several of Costigan's crew and they all had
to jump ashore on the rocks at the risk of their lives. The vessel was only
partly insured in the Brigus scheme and Capt. Kenndy suffers a severe loss.
She was to take a load of fish to Halifax.
Another schooner, owned by Capt. Dwyer, of Holyrood, the 'X 10
U S', was lost in the same gale. She was a vessel of 30 tons, laden with
fish but the cargo was all saved. The vesssel was insured.
[* An article later this same month reported the death of Capt. John Kennedy
of Carbonear, and said he was the father of Capt. W.J. Kennedy - Tom.]
Evening Telegram November 20, 1912 (Wednesday)
Old Man's Fortitude. -
Mr. Lawrence O'Rourke, of Holyrood, the well known
hotel keeper, proceeded home to Holyrood Monday, accompanied by his
daughter, Mrs. Hicks. A malignant growth on the lip was cut out by the
surgeons at the Hospital. Despite the fact that Mr. O'Rourke is over 70
years old, he declined being put under the influence of an anaesthetic and
bore the pain bravely.
Evening Telegram November 22, 1912 (Friday)
Father and Son Hurt. -
While Mr. J. Flood and his son, Leo, were hauling
wood from the forest at Holyrood yesterday their pony took fright, dashed
away and as both tried to stop it, the horse and whole outfit overturned.
The load pinned the boy to the ground and broke his left leg in two places;
the man had one of his ears torn off. Dr. Jones was summoned from Avondale
and treated them.
Evening Telegram November 29, 1912 (Friday)
Wedding Bells.
At 7.45 last evening Mr. Peter Joy of this city, led to the
altar at St. Patrick's Church, Miss Clara Walsh, of Avondale. The ceremony
was performed by Rev. J. McDermott, and the bride was attired in white with
hat to match, carrying a bouquet of orange blossoms. She was assisted by
Miss Bertha Lewis, and the groom was attended by Mr. J. Dooley. After the
ceremony the wedding party drove to the residence of Mr. M. Comerford, New
Gower Street, where a reception was held. Both received many pretty and
valuable presents. The Telegram extends congratulations.
Evening Telegram December 30, 1912 (Monday)
Address. To W.J. Power, Principal Superior School, Dunville:
Dear Sir, - We the undersigned on behalf of the people of Dunville, avail of
this opportunity of expressing our feelings of deep regret at your
resignation and to present to you this purse of gold as a slight token of
our esteem for yourself and appreciation of your valuable services during
the twenty-seven years that you have been the popular and efficient teacher
of the school at Dunville. ...
We are sorry that your state of health compels you to sever
your connection with our school, but we sincerely hope that after a short
rest your health will so improve as to admit of your return to the teaching
profession again.
With every good wish for your health and happiness, we sign
ourselves on behalf of the people:
William Dunphy, William Power, Sr., Joachin Connors, Peter Power, Patrick
Rielly, Maurice Power, J.T. Dunphy, Patrick Barron, Geo. Power, Jas. Murray,
Thos. Power, John Bird, John Hartley, Patrick Hartigan, Thos. F. Power,
Patrick Tobin, M.T. Barron, Patrick Flynn, James Murray.
Daily News January 9, 1915 (Saturday)
Thos. Fewer, of Hr. Main, who was taken to hospital a few weeks ago, having
been injured by a load of wood falling on him, is now in a rather serious
condition and his recovery is doubtful.
Evening Telegram March 5, 1915 (Friday)
In Memoriam.
Thomas Penny, an old and respected inhabitant of North Arm, Holyrood died
there last week.
Deceased was in his seventy-sixth year, was stricken down
with sickness all the winter, and was well fortified with the rites of Holy
Church when he received the death summons on Thursday last. In his younger
days, Mr. Penny was a successful planter at the Labrador fishery and for
many years operated a room at Brig Harbour. He had a skilled knowledge of
the coast and was sometimes employed as a pilot there.
Since 1898 he filled
the position of ferryman on North Arm, satisfactorily, always ready and
willing to serve a passenger. He was one of the oldest members of the Star
of the Sea Association, which repaired to the home of their deceased brother
member and took part in processional order at his funeral obsequies.
His
funeral took place on Saturday morning from his late home to the Church of
the Holy Cross where High Mass of Requiem was sung by Rev. W.P. Finn, P.P.
for the eternal repose of his soul, thence to the Central Cemetery where his
remains were placed beside those of his good wife who predeceased him but a
year. The funeral was a large one and was in charge of Undertaker Dunphy
and Marshal Penny. To the sorrowing sons and daughters we tender our
deepest sympathy. Requiscat in pace. - Com.
Evening Telegram March 12, 1915 (Friday)
Obituary. Mr. Thomas Nolan.
On Saturday, March 6th, after a very brief illness, Thomas Nolan passed
peacefully away at his son's residence, at the age of 70 years. The
deceased was one who from boyhood to old age would be a very good example as
he was one of those men who, if he could not benefit a neighbour in some way
he certainly would not injure him either by word or action; let us hope he
has gained the reward such conduct merits hereafter. Boston and Canadian
papers please copy.
COR. Salmonier, March 10th, 1915.
Evening Telegram March 24, 1915 (Wednesday)
Our Volunteers. ...
Jos. Ezekiel, Hr. Main.
Jas. Woodford, Hr. Main. ...
Evening Telegram March 29, 1915 (Monday)
Our Volunteers. ...
Ignatius Furey, Harbour Main.
Fred C. Somerton, Trinity. ...
Evening Telegram March 30, 1915 (Tuesday)
Our Volunteers.
Seven volunteers enlisted with the Reserve Force yesterday, making a total
of 1,467 enrolled to date. The names of those who enlisted yesterday are: -
John Hennebury, St. John's.
Ronald H. Hogan, St. John's.
Geo. W. Pardy, St. John's.
John A. Meaney, St. John's.
Augustus J. Walsh, Holyrood, C.B.
Matt. Woodford, Hr. Main.
Bernard Cleary, Hr. Main. ...
Evening Telegram April 6, 1915 (Tuesday)
Our Volunteers. ...
Ml. Woodford, Hr. Main.
Wm. Joy, Hr. Main.
Ml. Hawco. Fogo ...
Evening Telegram April 13, 1915 (Tuesday)
Our Volunteers. ...
Augustus Penny, Holyrood.
Ml. Hickey, Holyrood. ...
Thos. Dunphy, Grand Falls. ...
Evening Telegram April 14, 1915 (Wednesday)
Our Volunteers. ...
Rd. Walsh, Holyrood. ...
Daily News April 14, 1915 (Wednesday)
Death. PENNEY -
Yesterday morning, after a long illness, Ellen, beloved
wife of John Penney, of Holyrood, aged 73. Funeral takes place on Thursday
morning at 8 a.m. from her daughter's residence (Mrs. Cullen) 23 Carter's
Hill, to Railway Station for interment at Holyrood. Friends will please
accept this, the only intimation.
Evening Telegram April 14, 1915 (Wednesday)
Died.
Yesterday morning, after a long illness, Ellen, beloved wife of John
Penney, of Holyrood, aged 73 years. Funeral takes place on Thursday
morning, at 8 a.m. from her daughter's residence (Mrs. Cullen) 23 Carter's
Hill, to Railway Station for interment at Holyrood. Friends will please
accept this, the only intimation.
Daily News May 7, 1915 (Friday)
Who's Who in the Regiment. ...
Costello, Michael - Son of Katherine and the late Mr. Costello, Avondale,
Harbour Main.
Evening Telegram June 2, 1915 (Wednesday)
In Memoriam. James Harding.
In the death of James Harding, who departed this life at 2 o'clock on Friday
last, Holyrood has lost one of its best men in the full flush of life and in
the very prime of manhood. Deceased who was of a gigantic stature was
stricken down with the incurable malady of heart trouble last October, and
despite the medical aid of Dr. Jones and the constant attention of Rev. W.P.
Finn, P.P., the illness made such inroads upon his herculean constitution as
to bring about his dissolution on Friday last.
The late James Harding was
only 42 years old and was twice married, first to a Miss Lineham, of St.
Mary's, who died four years ago, and second, to a Miss Finlay, of Trepassey,
who together with the two children, his father and mother (Mr. and Mrs. R.
Harding, of Greenfield), and one brother and sister, mourn their loss and to
all of whom we tender our heartfelt sympathy in their hour of trouble and
distress, but Jim's happy death and the hope of happiness in store for him
ought somewhat assuage their keen sorrow and affliction.
His funeral took
place on Sunday evening from his late home to the Southside Cemetery and was
one of the largest ever seen here. It was attended in processional order by
the members of the Star of the Sea Association, of which the deceased was a
staunch member. The funeral service was conducted at his home by Rev.
Father Finn, who also gave the final benediction at the graveside in the
cemetery to our dear departed friend who had been mowed down in the prime of
manhood and whose early grave was bathed with tears of his sorrow-stricken
relatives. May he rest in peace. Amen.
Daily News June 18, 1915 (Friday)
Who's Who in the Regiment. ...
Ezekiel, Joseph - Son of Capt. Paul Ezekiel, Harbour Main.
Evening Telegram June 30, 1915 (Wednesday)
Wedding Bells. MASTERS - MURPHY.
On June 2nd Mr. William Masters led to the altar Miss May Murphy of
Holyrood. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Father Pippy, at St.
Patrick's Deanery, Riverhead. The bride was assisted by her sister, Miss
Jennie Murphy, and the groom was supported by Mr. William Crean.
Daily News July 6, 1915 (Tuesday)
Obituary. The late James Hawco.
The funeral of the late James Hawco took place on the 26th ultimo, after
solemn Requiem Mass had been offered for the repose of his soul, in the
Church of Saints Peter and Paul at Hr. Main, by Rev. R.M. Sheehan. The
deceased had a large circle of friends, not alone in the District of Hr.
Main, but all around the country, where he was widely known.
During his
years of business many a bag of flour, pound and gallon he gave to those who
asked his assistance in time of need. During part of his career he was the
M.D. for this portion of the district, and many a fractured limb (simple and
compound) was successfully placed together by him, and all on the part of
the Good Samaritan.
The deceased reached the allotted span of 76 years. He
leaves a widow, one son and one daughter to mourn their loss.
COM. Hr. Main, July 3rd.
Daily News July 10, 1915 (Saturday)
Who's Who in the Regiment. ...
Hawco, John - Son of the late Thomas Hawco, Harbor Main.
Daily News July 15, 1915 (Thursday)
Who's Who in the Regiment. ...
Hickey, Michael John - Son of John and Margaret Hickey, Holyrood, Harbour
Main District.
Daily News July 19, 1915 (Monday)
Who's Who in the Regiment. ...
Penney, Augustus - Son of Mrs. Ellen Penney, North Arm, Holyrood, Conception
Bay.
Daily News July 29, 1915 (Thursday)
Defenders of their Native Land and Empire. ...
Fred. Targett, Holyrood. [new recruit]
Daily News August 20, 1915 (Friday)
The funeral of the little girl Kennedy of Hr. Main, who was killed during
Tuesday's thunder storm took place at that settlement yesterday and was
largely attended. Rev. Fr. Sheehan, P.P., Avondale, conducted the funeral
services.