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1894 Bank Crash

On 10 December 1894, two of Newfoundland and Labrador's three banks closed their doors and never opened them again.
20th-Century Fisheries and Settlement Patterns

The industrialization of Newfoundland and Labrador's fisheries during the late 20th century changed the way people in the province worked and lived.
Impacts of the 1894 Bank Crash

After the Commercial and Union Banks ceased operations, Newfoundland and Labrador entered a period of economic, social, and political chaos.
The Buchans Miners' Strike of 1941

In 1941 the BWPU presented the BMC with a list of 41 grievances on a variety of issues...
When Clarenville was the Colas Capital of Newfoundland

A brief history of colas plant in Clarenville, Newfoundland, and of Terence O'Meara who oversaw its construction.
Domestic Service Workers

about the men and women, such as Naomi Gregory, who came from Newfoundland outports to St. John's to work in domestic service in upper class homes.
Industrial Disease and the St. Lawrence Mines

Major economic transformations, such as that which took place in St. Lawrence, always carry with them certain costs.
Labour Organization and Unions

Until well into the 20th century, Newfoundland's primary economic activity was in the fisheries.
Napoleonic Wars and the Economy

The Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815) were a time of social upheaval in Europe, but brought economic prosperity to Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Railway Settlement Act & the Newfoundland Government Railway

The Railway Settlement Act and the Newfoundland Government Railway (1920-49)--Society--Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web
The Loss of the Ocean Ranger, 15 February 1982

On Monday, 15 February 1982, the Ocean Ranger sank while drilling at Hibernia during a bad winter storm
Paternalism Among St. John's Merchants

How paternalism was advantageous for St. John's merchants during World War I and the Depression.
Telegraphy in Newfoundland and Labrador

The first telegraph system in Newfoundland was established as part and parcel of a scheme to land a trans-atlantic telegraph cable in Newfoundland.
20th Century Salt Fish Markets: 1914-1992

At the outbreak of war in 1914, the Newfoundland fishery was already in trouble.

Matching Articles"Economy" (Total 14)

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