02 Apr 1938
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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 02, 1938
Page
1
A local shop advertises considerable reductions on ladies dresses and coats with a shipment expected this week. Easter novelties and goods are offered for spot cash only. Free full stocks of provisions, groceries, cattle feeds, oats, and more are always on hand at Bank Square under Arthur Manuel.
The officers and Jada of the A. L. B. thank all who helped with their tea and entertainment, with proceeds of $74.00. A milder spell hints at early spring. bays may open early if north winds stay scarce. Weather in Canada U S A shows rain and warmth, while crowded buildings risk sickness from poor hygiene.
A goat owned by Mr Job Hamlyn has given birth to four healthy kids, bringing the total number of goats to seven. The event marks a notable increase in the farm's livestock as the animals continue to thrive.
Cinderella Flour company announces a specialty product designed for Newfoundland cooks. The ad highlights tailored flour for local baking, emphasizing quality and suitability for traditional recipes.
The Rev Goodland is expected to be at Moreton’s hour tomorrow, arranging a church service schedule and meeting local parishioners.
Thomas Lodge, addressing the Liverpool Rotary Club, argued the Commission of Government has virtues but doubts its ability for persistent, concentrated reform. He favored a smaller governing body with a clear head and an Advisory Council to provide local input and balance, reducing the risk of a complacent, broadly appeasing commission.
Mr. Herbert Sharpe reports a final day catch of flatfish off Crow Head on the last day of March. The report notes anglers and fishing conditions for that locality during the period.
Mrs Hiram 3B Herne of 1028 Broadway West Somerville announces the engagement of her daughter Edith L to Roy D Mayne of Baltimore son of Mr and Mrs Charles D Mayne Newton Boston paper.
Attention fishermen. The new Lobstermine Engine requires no batteries and uses less than half the fuel per hour than competing engines. It features an automatic air governor and comes in one or two cylinder models from 4 to 30 hp for small boats and schooners. Superior engine at lower prices. For particulars apply G. W. Butt, Agent, Exploits.
A memorial notice eulogizes Mrs. C S Rowland of Fairhaven Gander Bay describing her kindness as hostess and longtime teaching work. It notes her marriage to Charlie S Rowland and family ties in Twillingate St Johns and the United States. A short service was held March 27 at her home attended by many, led by D W Bragg.
The Ottawa journal notes two U. S. scientists predict future auto travel will be safer through photo electric cells infrared rays and short wave radio improving wet pavement safety. In the meantime drivers should maintain care and courtesy as key safeguards on the road.
Readers favor white bread over brown, with Cinderella Flour highlighted as the reliable base for classic loaves. The note underscores steady preference for white bread in households and bakeries.
The notice details Passion Sunday events at South Side and North Side locations with 11 am Layman and 7 pm addresses led by Mr. R. P. Jenkins. It mentions Little Harbour meetings at 7 pm and a Free and Invo Tate Meeting at 3 pm plus a Great Salvation Service with an adjutant or Rideon speaker. All are welcome.
Messrs. Elias Young and H. J. Pardy delivered freight from Lewisport on Thursday evening to Mr. A Manuel and other merchants. Phillip and George Anstey are erecting a house at Back Harbour on the Sleepy Cove purchase by the former. George Linfield has a house moved to Jenkins Cove on Thursday from the Arm, bought from A Bulgia now in U.S.A.
The auxiliary young hatter was signed off here on Tuesday marking a departure from a northern section heading east.
There was no telegram news on Thursday because of poor communication from St John’s.
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