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A Touch of Home Ron; I've enjoyed your magazine from its very beginnings. Currently, I'm enjoying it as a gift from my sister-in-law in Newfoundland and Labrador, and it always seems to arrive on days when I have nothing left to read but the jam jars and cereal boxes! Perfect timing, and I love the puzzles - more would be even better.
We - my husband and I - have been more or less house bound for many years ... click to read moreRon; I've enjoyed your magazine from its very beginnings. Currently, I'm enjoying it as a gift from my sister-in-law in Newfoundland and Labrador, and it always seems to arrive on days when I have nothing left to read but the jam jars and cereal boxes! Perfect timing, and I love the puzzles - more would be even better.
We - my husband and I - have been more or less house bound for many years now, due to cancer, and our one big hope each year is to feel well enough to make one trip back home. Last year it wasn't until October and a shorter time than usual, but we were so relieved to get there. We usually just get to our family homes now, no excursions anymore. But to sleep to the sound of the waves in the landwash and see some relatives and old friends are still precious times for us. This year the possibility of a visit is looking very bleak indeed - but we won't stop hoping!
Good luck and God bless you as you continue to give us all a touch of home in Downhome. We love it.
Carol (Daly) Christopher
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Carol (Daly) Christopher Miramichi, NB
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Keep Kool
Dear Mr. Young,
In the February issue of the Downhomer, page 129, you have an article entitled "Remember Keep Kool." I have an antique bottle collection which includes two Keep Kool bottles. One is similar to the one you have pictured and the other has the red label and white letters. This is a 7 oz bottle. Both of them says Est. 1871.
I also have a "munn's" cod liver oil bottle and a brown "Pepsi fountain syrup" bottle (160 oz). The paper label is still intact.
Austin Butler Cottlesville, NL
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Emberley Family Tree Information Requested I'm looking to find descendents of the Emberley family. My name is Joseph Angus Emberley from Dartmouth, NS. My brother, sister and I have been working on our family tree, using sources such as Ancestry.ca and the internet. We are trying to find relatives of our father, George Marie Emberley (1922-1992). Our father moved from Harbour Breton when he was three years old to Halifax, NS. My grandfather was Joseph William Emberley (1891) and he ... click to read moreI'm looking to find descendents of the Emberley family. My name is Joseph Angus Emberley from Dartmouth, NS. My brother, sister and I have been working on our family tree, using sources such as Ancestry.ca and the internet. We are trying to find relatives of our father, George Marie Emberley (1922-1992). Our father moved from Harbour Breton when he was three years old to Halifax, NS. My grandfather was Joseph William Emberley (1891) and he was married to Sarah Cox, (1893-1976). Both passed away in Halifax, NS.
My grandfather, Joseph William Emberley, was a fishing captain. We recently found an article in the book entitled, The Wreck of the Wally B. In this book there is a fishing captain named Joe Emberley and his nephew, Billy. Billy was lost at sea during a storm. I'm wondering if anyone would know if this is my grandfather. My grandfather did have one arm and I recall it was mentioned that he lost his arm in a fishing accident.
Sara Cox was born in Harbour Breton and her parents were Edward Cox and Elizabeth Lamb. My great grandmother would have been Margaret Vater (1853-1937), born in Boat Harbour, died in Brookside and great grandfather was Patrick Emberley (1851-1925), born in Marsheen Island, died in English Harbour East. We have searched the family tree back to Patrick Emberley and we are trying to find the connection where the Emberleys immigrated from Hampshire, England. We understand there may be two different Emberley families and some spell their last name Emberly. The history of this family is hard to connect due to so many generations having the same first names.
We have found a picture of a Newfoundland memorial in Beaumont-Hamel, France and there is a Private George Emberley, who was killed in action during WWI. I believe this George Emberley may have been a brother to my grandfather, Joseph William, and my father may have been named after him.
I plan to travel to Harbour Breton this July and will be exploring this area. If you have any more pieces of the story, we would love to hear from you. You can email me at anguse@eastlink.ca. Thank you.
Downhome Cruise 2013 After just getting back from the Downhome Cruise, I feel compelled to write this letter. I have been on approximately 10 cruises and without a doubt the 2013 Downhome Cruise was the best.
It was great to meet so many people that are currently living in Newfoundland or, like myself, have moved out of Newfoundland to find employment.
We met up with a group of 50 people who were strangers ... click to read moreAfter just getting back from the Downhome Cruise, I feel compelled to write this letter. I have been on approximately 10 cruises and without a doubt the 2013 Downhome Cruise was the best.
It was great to meet so many people that are currently living in Newfoundland or, like myself, have moved out of Newfoundland to find employment.
We met up with a group of 50 people who were strangers and had the most enjoyable time. I can't believe how well this group bonded as we played games, sang, danced, told jokes and laughed.
It was great to meet Ron and Lila Young, who were so friendly. They made a point of getting to know all of us and making everyone feel welcome. Ron's great sense of Humor and Lila's winning smile contributed greatly to the success of this cruise.
Scott Stone and Trudy Butt of Universal Travel were the best hosts and helped make this a truly wonderful vacation. I encourage anyone to talk to one of these wonderful individuals for their travel needs. Despite living in London, Ontario, I will be sure giving them a chance to assist with our future travel needs.
We enjoyed great music from some fine musicians and singers who shared their wonderful talents with us every day. Musicians like Tony Oxford who so generously shared his talents, make me proud to be from such a great province.
I don't remember taking drugs whenever I had either cold or flue as a child. My parents and grandparents always used natural remedies. Some of those measures can be used to prevent sickness. They are amazing.
Raspberry jam is good for ... click to read moreI don't remember taking drugs whenever I had either cold or flue as a child. My parents and grandparents always used natural remedies. Some of those measures can be used to prevent sickness. They are amazing.
Raspberry jam is good for soothing sore throat. In addition it also helps to boost the immune system. Eating 3-5 tablespoons of jam with glass of water or add a tablespoon of jam to a glass of water and gargle. You can do it for as long as you like.
Garlic is not just vampire repellent, but one of the greatest cold and flue remedies. Eating one garlic clove helps relief congestion as well as a sore throat. Garlic is also an immune system booster.
Honey -- the sweetest cure. It works the best with either tea or just simply by itself.
Saltwater solution is good for sore throat and nose rinse. Just add 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of salt to a cup of pure water. The water should not have chlorine in it. Because chlorine can weaken your immune system and will irritate our throat. For nasal congestion use the salt water as nasal rinse.
Apple cider vinegar is another remedy -- 1-2 teaspoons of the vinegar to a glass of water twice each day.
Vinegar-- any kind, but preferably white-- can be also used to break a fever. To 5 cups of white vinegar add two cups of lukewarm water, soak a washcloth, apply the mixture on feet, legs, stomach, back, face and neck. This works the best before bedtime when individual will be covered and warm afterward.
Eggs are excellent for sinus relief. Boil two eggs for 7 minutes, place eggs in a double folded towel and place on each side of nose direct above sinus cavities. As eggs cool down reduce layers and then place in a thinner fabric. At the end eggs are cool enough to be placed directly against the skin.
The last procedure is hot foot bath. Wrap your body in a blanket or wear bunch of layers to avoid chilling. Place feet and ankles in warm water. Add hot water until it cannot be tolerated any longer ( bath time 15-45 minutes).
One last thing, remember to no at or drink for at least an hour after using sore throat remedies.
Cheer up and may your cold and flue go away faster!
Lost Trails In 1952 I, along with 80 other teenagers from across Canada, joined a special program of the Canadian Army's Royal Canadian Corps of Signals known as the Soldier Apprentice Plan. We were all sixteen years old at the time and during the subsequent two years we received rigorous Basic Training, two years of high school, and full trade training. We lived, worked and played together and formed lifelong friendships.
The program ran from ... click to read moreIn 1952 I, along with 80 other teenagers from across Canada, joined a special program of the Canadian Army's Royal Canadian Corps of Signals known as the Soldier Apprentice Plan. We were all sixteen years old at the time and during the subsequent two years we received rigorous Basic Training, two years of high school, and full trade training. We lived, worked and played together and formed lifelong friendships.
The program ran from 1952 to 1965 with a new two year intake every year. Those interested can read about the Plan here. http://www.magma.ca/~rccs5sqn/history.html
With the advent of the Internet, we have reconnected with each other and try to have reunion every 10 years held in conjunction with the anniversary of the Corps formation (1903). The Corps is now known as the Communication And Electronics Branch of the Canadian Forces.
The 110 anniversary of the Branch will be held in October 2013 and that will also mark the reunion of the members from the Soldier Apprentice Plan. I have undertaken to try to locate the "lost" members from the 1958 (7th) intake and to that end, I am requesting any information on an ex-Apprentice from Newfoundland by the name of L. G. (Les) Walters. I have included a photo from about 1959 or 1960 when he would have been 17 or 18 -apologies for quality. He is now 70 years of age. He was a strong and tall young man with an impressive (for a teenager) moustache.
Any information on L.G. Walters, his family, friends or current, or former, whereabouts would be greatly appreciated. I may be contacted via email at C.Copeland@bell.net or by phone at 613-634-9445.
Best Gift Ever (1 comments) It is often said that a picture speaks volumes and, well, "says it all." This is a picture of me and Aunt Pearl (MacPherson) taken only hours after she arrived home from hospital in Antigonish, N.S. She is a true lover of ... click to read moreIt is often said that a picture speaks volumes and, well, "says it all." This is a picture of me and Aunt Pearl (MacPherson) taken only hours after she arrived home from hospital in Antigonish, N.S. She is a true lover of the Downhome magazine and cherishes every issue she has, all stacked up beside her in her cozy apartment. There were so many years during Christmas that I struggled over "What can we give Aunt Pearl this year?" When she visited our home a few years ago and showed so much interest in the Downhome magazine, we decided to subscribe to it for her for Christmas. She said, "You have given me the best gift ever, as I love the Downhome magazine!" I asked her what she liked mostly about it and she said, "Everything - the stories, the recipes - well, everything!" Ed and I, being subscribers to the magazine for many years ourselves, know just how she feels.
Aunt Pearl was born on Allens Island, Lamaline area, in 1928. She's my mother's sister, Mildred Tulk, who passed away a few years ago in Fortune. As a young girl, Aunt Pearl worked in Saint Pierre for four years. She returned to Point Aux Gaul for a short period, then to St. John's and in 1955 left for Antigonish, Nova Scotia. There she met and married the love of her life, Harry MacPherson. She worked in a Chinese restaurant for almost 30 years. Aunt Pearl and Uncle Harry also operated a Christmas tree farm for many years in Antigonish. Unfortunately, Uncle Harry passed away a few years ago. Aunt Pearl now lives in a very comfortable apartment surrounded by tons of friends and Uncle Harry's family. She still enjoys her camp in the country very much and visits every chance she can get. Once she recovers from her medical setback, I am sire she will be doing all the chores around the camp as she's been doing for so many years. We met so many friends there that all say the same thing: "She really needs to slow down!" Well, God love you, Aunt Pearl, and enjoy this edition of the Downhome magazine.Yeah, I know, you will always be a Newfoundlander.
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Dora Skinner Conception Bay South, NL
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