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Symposium to mark 100th anniversary of union
 Historic Port Union |
To mark the 100th anniversary of the formation of the Fisherman’s Protective Union, the Newfoundland Historical Society will be holding a public symposium entitled “To Each His Own” from May 30-31 in Port Union.
The only union-built town in North America, Port Union was the embodiment of Sir William Ford Coaker’s vision for the Fisherman’s Protective Union and within its first decades, it became a thriving centre of mercantile activity.
The symposium will address several issues surrounding Coaker’s formation of the FPU including the 1913 election, how life unfolded in a union town, and the Fishermen’s Protective Union’s response to the sealing disasters of 1914.
Among the featured speakers at the symposium are several members of the Faculty of Arts at Memorial University, including Senior Academic Advisor and assistant history professor Terry Bishop-Stirling.
“This symposium is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Sir William Coaker in the town he brought to life. I anticipate that these will be two days of experiential learning at its finest,” said Ms. Bishop-Stirling.
Other speakers include Drs. James Hiller and Sean Cadigan of the history department and professor emeritus and former head of English Dr. Patrick O’Flaherty who will speak at the closing banquet on After "The Great Debacle": Newfoundland 1934-1939.
Former Lieutenant Governor Edward Roberts will also be on hand to discuss The Regulations and William Coaker.
Founded in 1905, the Newfoundland Historical Society is the oldest heritage organization in the province. The society’s objective is to promote knowledge and public discussion of the history and heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The symposium is free and open to the public. Tickets are required for the banquet. For further information please contact the Newfoundland Historical Society on 722-3191 or via email on nhs@nf.aibn.com.
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