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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 16, 1938
Page
4
Published in Twillingate Md from the North Side office. Notes of Thanks Memoriam Notes and announcements cost 25 cents each. Late submissions after Wednesday noon may not be inserted. The paper disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions.
The writer discusses Easter’s meaning for Christendom and the Church, contrasting the Resurrection and Ascension, and warning against idolatry and war. Good Friday is seen as a prelude to hope, with emphasis on the kingdom, eternal life, and the future consummation for believers.
Opposition arises not from the South Coast but from St. John's where fishery suppliers fear trade losses. The Board of Trade sends a lengthy Government memorandum objecting to many points in the General Seafood Agreement. Government likely to weigh protest against potential nationwide development benefits.
A fragment recalls an Education Week event across the country planned for May 16. It stresses improving interest in principal subjects essential for future work and profitable returns, urging youth toward timely, attentive schooling amid government actions and budgeting.
In temperate spring like weather the Commission considers augmenting the education grant to restore cuts from 1930 to 1934. Teachers would receive pay according to qualification and tenure, with added costs for supervision and special boards. If expenditures rise, the augment must cover more, or else savings will curb special grants. Education Week highlights public concern and calls for efficient service to meet needs.
A boat owned by Mr Edward Young from South Side sped through the night driven by strong N N W winds. Nearby several young people took to the moonlit surface skating around until sleepy time, creating a quiet nocturnal scene.
A Newfoundland Guide unit reports regular Monday meetings with lively activities. They recount a March incident where a captain's birthday was interrupted by a playful crowd, praise badge progress, and test observance results. Plans for a May 24 concert include the Maypole Drill and Crowning of the May Queen, plus patriotic songs and recitations. Mrs Eleanor Roberto will assist with songs. Easter greetings are extended.
A notice from Corner Brook reports the paper mill will operate on a three day week, marking the third reduction in recent months. Earlier cuts reduced weekly work from five to four days, leaving workers on half time amid the United States market downturn and shrinking advertising revenue according to Trade Review.
A report notes that all wheat milled into Cinderella Flour undergoes a careful washing process before milling to ensure purity and quality. The emphasis is on cleanliness and product standard.
Messrs Arthur Jey and Stewart Young traveled to Grand Falls two weeks ago. Mr Jamies Anstey went on Thursday, joined by Mr Adolphus Fifield last week to Buchans for building. He plans to visit Howley later.
Magistrate Abbott traveled to Sum merford on Tuesday for judicial business and returned on Wednesday. Leygt Delahunty accompanied the magistrate on the trip.
Mr Norman Stuckless remains very ill at his sister Mrs Pearce Pond’s home at the Arm after suffering a severe heart attack on Monday. He previously walked to North Side on Saturday but was weakened by the episode.
Mr W B Temple is editing the Fishermen- Workers' Tribune, after recently serving as Advertising Manager for Steers Ltd.
A brief note promotes CIN DERELLA flour as a cost effective option for baking. It emphasizes savings and reliable performance for home bakers and small kitchens seeking economical ingredient choices.
Weather notes ice pushed into the bay reaching Southern Head on Sunday night and all day Monday with northerly to northeast winds. A high barometer on Tuesday brought a wind shift to the west, sending the ice out again by Wednesday with an easterly wind.
Several men on the Arm encountered a young seal after stopping offshore on Saturday. Earlier, some older seals were visible but out of reach to capture.
Confederation Life notes that today American domestic turkeys are not descended from the wild turkeys that once graced Pilgrim tables, highlighting a divergence from the historical lineage.
The world's largest open pit iron ore mine near Hibbing Minnesota has over seventy miles of railway tracks used to haul ore to the surface.
Captain Alex Anstey sails the Paragon from Jenking's Cove on Wednesday and heads to Little Bay Islands the next morning. Mrs. Pearce Bridger and several hospital patients accompany the trip on the boat.
Mr Joseph White returned from St John’s on Friday week and departed for Herring Neck on Monday, details indicate a short personal travel noted in local notices.
Pierce Powell of Twillingate argues for a fishing bonus as the most effective incentive amid Salt Rebate debates. He recalls 28 summers in the cod fishery, notes previous rebates benefited owners more than sharemen, and urges a per quintal bonus to spur effort despite lean years. He cites The Fishermen’s Tribune as calling for community input within a month.
Dissolve jelly in warm water and add prune juice. When slightly thickened fold in prune kernels and prune pulp. Turn into molds and chill until firm. Unmold and serve with whipped cream. Serves six.
The Harbour ice proves thinner than expected as the tide rapidly thins it. Early winter thaw left only new glob formation that became snowed wet, making it easy to be taken in. No mild weather to form fresh hard surface ice.
A 50 percent reduction is announced for the book by Rev. W Edgar Mercer now on sale at the Stores land with Agents. The ad refers readers to page 3 for details and indicates the discount applies to all books currently in stock.
The St. John’s bulletin notes Newfoundland discusses logging act amendments, airport controls, and fishery levies. It reports Terra Nova sealing outcomes, bait deliveries, and government appointments, plus international moves in France Britain and Germany with Daladier, Halifax, and plebiscite results. It cites Chinese and Japanese troop activity in Asia, U.S. relief plans, and local industry updates from Port Union to Botwood.
Last holiday April 28th, the Twillingate Brownies present a programme of recitations choruses solos a short play pantomime dances butterflies and flowers drill at Alexandra Hall B ta admission reserved 20 cents general 10 etc candy and ice cream will be for sale come and let the Brownies show you what they can do.
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