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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 17, 1943
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun announces policy for notes of thanks memoriam and announcements with a 25 cent rate per item. It states letters received after Wednesday noon may not be inserted and disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions. Published in Twillingate Md on April 17 1943.
The letter by Hubert Watkins of Herring Neck near Twillingate questions relief for a fisherman who lost a hand while bird shooting. It notes a family with five or six children and claims the man received no food relief after returning home. The Trade Review article and local commentary discuss government aid versus church or community help and encourage self-help before seeking state assistance.
Miss Ruth Batten of Coleys Point has volunteered for service in the C.W.A.C. and received her papers recently, following guidance from her parents Mr. and Mrs. K M Batten.
A brief royal radio message from Her Majesty Elizabeth I was broadcast to the Empire on Sunday evening but reception was hindered by poor signal from storms. Further text is promised in forthcoming papers.
A reader argues against changing from Commission to Responsible Government for at least 25 years. He condemns past governments as self serving, praises the current form for fairness to war veterans, and urges preserving the commission system to keep the country prosperous.
The Evangelical Christian reports Dr J H Rushbrooke of the Baptist World Alliance states no Bible printing or importation is permitted in the USSR and no legal change yet guarantees freedom of preaching or Sunday schools. He notes only nominal relaxation for national unity and cites anti religious state schools.
Inez Daphne Wheeler daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Wheeler of Summerford and granddaughter of the late Thomas and Mary Wheeler wed Corporal Eric H. Cross RCAF youngest son of Mr B R Cross Nova Scotia at United Church Manse Gower Street St John’s. Nurse Anne Taverner and LAC T J Vincent were attendants. Ceremony officiated by Rev Binnington. Reception at 59 Freshwater Road hosted by Mrs J Granville. Best wishes to the couple.
In memory of Mary Cull who died April 16 1942 at Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital Twillingate. Her parents Lewis and Mrs Hran Confort Cove insert this remembrance describing a beloved daughter and a cherished picture kept in their home.
Four Bell Island girls and an Alfreda Peach faced Magistrate Trckett on incendiarism charges. Jennie Furey led arson attempts at her father John Furey’s house and the C L B Armoury. Furey jailed six months plus twelve months on the second count. Josephine Johnson and Genevieve Doyle received 30 days for aiding and abetting.
The note states that Good Friday occurs this Friday and Easter Day will be observed on the twenty fifth inst day.
Notice informs that RacistyRED Mail for the United Kingdom posted in Newfoundland between February 8 and February 19 was lost at sea due to enemy action. Ordinary mail between these dates was not involved.
The notice asks readers to reserve April 26 for an A. L. B. concert with further details to follow from Jeter.
Lost between Edward Hayward’s Store and his house a walking cane eight feet with a black painted shaft and silver ferrule on top. Return to Sun Office or to Mark W. Roberts Newstead.
Legislative move in January raised Old Age Pensions and widows and orphans allowances. About 280 pensioners and 4,747 widows and dependents receive support, plus 452 capable individuals get board and lodging allowances. Pensions rose from $60 to $72 per year and quarterly widows increments were boosted, with totals in estimates up for next year.
Radio reports indicate salt samples will be provided for all needs this year. Price details are not yet announced.
Mr J Parker a House of Commons member raised a question about Labrador and Canada. Mr Clement Attlee Dominions Secretary replied that nothing would be done without Newfoundland people consent at a time when responsible government is established.
Mr K M Brown president of the F P U speaks on fisheries labour and the Memorial Hospital. He notes a petition to the Dept of Posts and Telegraphs for a Way Office at Twillingate North and outlines needs of fishermen and workers.
Labour unions send a resolution to the governor opposing a Royal Commission. They argue Letters Patent already provide for self government once the country is self supporting. The resolution will go to London and shows a divided Board of Trade across the country.
Rev. W. B. Perry spoke for the United Church Mid. Conference on Friday for hospital support. Dr. Cluny MacPherson gave an appeal on Tuesday evening. Robert A. Squires spoke Monday night. Dr. W. Roberts was to speak last night and Canon Stirling is set to speak tonight.
At the N S Asiled Church, on Thursday evening, Rev. T J Pitt officiated the marriage of Oswald Elliott to Mabsl Price.
A March 31 letter from Twillingate questions Powell and Fisherman about Post Office and Custom Office issues. The writer critiques digressions and delays in mail delivery and urges practical proposals for the general public.
A letter proposes forming a Road Working Squad under the Motor Association to keep roads clear after storms. It argues for wider plowed paths to allow two cars to pass, suggests voluntary or funded winter work, and defends the idea against critics while urging public cooperation.
Mr Mackay departed for the Interior last week. Mr E J Colbourne returned from the City on Friday week. Miss Ruby Young travelled to Grand Falls on business for A Manuel. Messrs D Hurley and Maxwell Guy arrived from the Country recently. Mr George Maidment is in town visiting his daughter Mrs Teaac Roberts at Wild Cove.
No white coats taken this season amid an inshore heavy ice floe last week. A brief note records the absence of any captures or disposals during the icy conditions.
Readers who have not paid their yearly Sun subscription are reminded to submit the fee at their convenience. The notice stresses timely payment to avoid service interruption and ensure continued delivery.
Reporting from April 10 notes no material changes in the Russian front while Red forces push toward Smolensk and Izyum gaining. A German convoy port sunk in Barents Sea. Rommel’s Tunisia position faltering as Allied advances grow. British First Army resumes offensive within 27 miles of Tunisia. American and British 8th Armies cooperate. Newfoundlanders in action since Feb 25. RAF heavy losses for Axis, air strikes on Ruhr and western Europe.
The war in Tunisia slows after a British Eighth Army advance and a joint push with U.S. forces near Gabes. Rommel escapes toward Sousse, while Montgomery consolidates gains for another Tunis drive. In Russia the Tonets River and Smetensk fronts see limited action, and Novorossiysk remains a German stronghold. German U boats threaten Allied shipping in the Atlantic as Germany braces for a France invasion after Tunisia. General Giraud claims 400,000 troops with 300,000 to follow for France’s liberation. Australia fears another Japanese push and readies for years of conflict.
On Friday after Service in Marshall Hall the Sun day School Officers and Teachers South Side Choir and Young People's Union met to honor Miss Ethel Jacobs who will soon leave Twillingsto for Toronto. Rev T J Pitt read an address praising her faithfulness and service to the church. Her departure will leave a difficult vacancy as she takes with her the good wishes of many friends. A cup of tea followed and the hour closed with Auld Lang Syne.
At N D B Hospital a kitchen shower honored Mrs. J M Olda from the Hospital Sewing Class. Members brought gifts and served refreshments, expressing sympathy for the family as they cope with a second calamity. The Sewing Class meets the first Wednesday each month to mend and sew for the hospital.
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