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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Apr 22, 1939
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun lists charges for Notes of Thanks Memoriam Notes and Announcements at 25 cents each. The paper disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions and reserves the right to limit or reject late communications received after Wednesday noon.
A commentator warns a major war may erupt among Germany Italy and their allies with Soviet Russia to some extent. The piece discusses potential world conference efforts and the dire consequences for trade and world stability if conflict begins.
Garvin Interim Report suggests economic rehabilitation by connecting roads within the contemplated farming valley. The proposal envisions several scale line roads built to enhance transport and development prospects.
In Notre Dame Bay readers urge the government to finance a road program from Point Leamington to seaports east to Beaver Cove and New World Island. A waterway from Chanceport to Bridgeport could aid trade, with unemployment relief by employing labor on infrastructure. They cite hospital access and the coast’s scattered shoreline as barriers to prosperity.
Mr Thomas Lodge former Commissioner for Public Utilities spoke at the Newfoundland Hotel Rotary Club Dinner. He argued fisheries are strong and urged Newfoundland to boost relief by returning to land based livelihoods for better living conditions.
The T A A held a rain disrupted social in Victoria Hall with good patronage. Magistrate Abbott praised the association for its athletic efforts and character building. Proceeds from the evening and night program totaled about $65.00.
Capt Wes Keap aboard the Imogene reports a main seal patch on a floating ice bar in Notre Dame Bay between Groats Island Fogo and Cape Bonavista. The barrier ice did not drift south and observers thought it held the northern young harp seals, later releasing them to water. The catch totals about a hundred thousand less than last year amid a close season. Some blame "Sunday killing" for reduced access to the herd and poorer returns for fishermen.
At Marshall Hall the SS Women's Association Birthday Party drew a large crowd. The Jubilee Guild event the night before raised about 4000 dollars and the Birthday Party at Marshall Hall about 6200 dollars were collected.
A ledger style acknowledgement lists numerous individuals and amounts from 35c to 50c, including Alfred Parsons Charles Hussey Mrs John Blandford and many others. The notice notes cash totals and corrections such as 50 cents instead of 20 cents for Fred Forward and John Sansome.
On Thursday April 1 20th Magistrate Abbott heard four cases. A labourer was charged with threatening bodily harm. the case was dismissed for lack of evidence after postponement. Another Manuel's Cove resident was convicted of slander and disorderly conduct and sentenced to seven days or £5. A lumberman sued a contractor for unpaid wages and won the civil suit.
Flags fluttered at Ashbourne premises on Saturday for the marriage of Miss Lucille Ashbourne in Toronto. The ceremony drew local friends and family to the city, with celebrations following the service.
The article traces diplomatic efforts from early discussions through the 1911 treaties among the United States Great Britain Canada Russia and Japan. It notes a 1898 Quebec commission outcome and a 1911 four power agreement prohibiting pelagic sealing north of the 30th parallel in the North Pacific and surrounding seas. Robert Saunders of Teast Orange New Jersey USA signs the piece.
Moon phases listed include new moon on March 28 and first quarter on March 28. The note mentions unclear terms and a dated reference to a paper. No clear persons organizations or places are identified.
Imogene wins 400 seals while Terra Nova takes 200 and Hagle 100 in St Johns voyage updates. German Italy axis moves foreshadow concessions as Britain France seek Russia pact. Roosevelt urges peace as Poland Romania vow armed resistance. Gibraltar defences shift as Turkey joins allied bloc. Hitler prompts Reichstag address. Storms, floods hit US midwest. sea ships report.
Advertising copy urges regular use of Gillett's Pure Flake Lye to keep sink drains clear and free running while not harming enamel or plumbing. It claims to banish odors and ease dozens of hard cleaning tasks, promising light work and hours saved. Keep a tin on hand.
A winter blizzard 32 years ago buried a house and its occupants but one man escaped unharmed. Many workers cleared the snow to free the dwelling while another storm followed with less extreme snow remains. in that place no heavy snow lingered and melt will take days.
The South Side United Church Women’s Association held a Birthday Party at Marshall Hall on Tuesday. A short programme preceded refreshments served at 12 tables, each themed to a month. ice cream was sold. Proceeds totaled 62.09 dollars, aiding church and community goodwill.
Capt John Butcher and eight crew aboard Clyde left Thursday for St John s to join their ship for the Bay Service beginning about May 5 if conditions permit. Capt William Gillett and crew of the Grace Boehner left for the capital to ready vessels for the season in the Coastwise trade. Mr John Gillett also went to the City on business related to the schooner and Army trade.
Government outlines guaranteed price schemes for Salt Codfish and merchant loss protection while a trial of Malone, Kean and Rose ends in not guilty. Roosevelt sends a peace message to Hitler and Mussolini, urging a non aggression pact for ten years. Ungava seals voyage to St John’s noted with ships Terra Nova and Ranger. Former Commissioner T Lodge to address Rotary Club.
Ungava's report cites Norwegian sealers at 19 500 with Polarbjara 5 000 Aru kos and Polaris 4 500 each Quest 3 500 Selis 2 500. Total seems 500 short possibly 20 000. Arukos was at St Johns with 18 crew on board from a steamship. Nyken feared lost with all hands. a Danish steamer rescued one crew from another ship.
Mussolini spoke in Rome on Thursday regarding the proposed 1942 World Fair and called Roosevelt's plea for peace puerile and messiah like. He rejected a 10 year pact and said Italy has no plan to attack any nations named by Roosevelt.
Georgina Mudford aged 68 died in Tornato on March 29 1939. She was the beloved daughter of the late John and Sarah Mudford of Crow Head. She leaves three sisters Margaret Mrs Henry Spencer Back Hr Hantfab Mrs James Penney Corner Brook and Ann Mrs James Bath Horse Island.
Notice states applications accepted until 6 p m on April 29 to fill patrolman roles on South Side Roads under same terms as last year. Includes twenty motor assessments?
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