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Newspaper

Twillingate Sun

Location

Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada

Date

Aug 01, 1936

Page

4

Twillingate Sun Advertising and Subscription Rates

The Twillingate Sun lists subscription prices of 1.00 per year in Newfoundland 1.20 to Canada 1.50 to England and other countries payable in advance. Advertising rates include 25 cents per inch for short term ads and contract pricing for long term Display Ads with fortnightly rate changes. Notes of Thanks Memoriam and Announcements are 25 cents each. The paper disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions.

Twillingate Roberts Newfoundland Canada England U.S. A

Silence and public trust in civil service governance

A reflective piece argues that unfounded claims and conflicting statements mislead citizens about government work. It warns against personal abuse of officials, notes public servants serve the public, and urges restraint to preserve respect and effective policy.

Census Returns and Newfoundland Population Growth

A reader note thanks the Department of Public Health for a Census of Newfoundland and Labrador 1925. Population rose about ten percent since 1921, with births exceeding deaths by sixteen percent over fourteen years, though emigration offset gains. Town rankings show Corner Brook as second largest, Falls, Bonavista, Carbonear, and Twillingate following.

Department of Public Health and Welfare Newmsodland Labrador Cerisus Fie Corner Brook Falls Bonavista Careboneat

Departure of the C. L. B. from Twillingate after camp

The C. L. B. struck camp and loaded equipment onto the schr. Mollie for Horwood. Townspeople praised Captain Constable and the brigade for their discipline and hospitality. A dinner praised the ladies from Fogo and local helpers, with toasts to the King and the Brigade. Bon voyage wishes conclude the visit.

Schr. Mollie Horwood Schr Constable Twillingate A. H.are Willis Fogo Peyton Loveridge Butler Grand Falls Church

Travelling Clinic Praised by North Newfoundland Editor

The Twillingate Sun lauds Dr Olds, staff, and directors of the NDEMH for a recent Bonny Nell Travelling Clinic visit. Dr and Mrs French RN administered care, easing pain and suffering for many in need. The writer cites divine gift and lineage to Sir Wilfred Grenfell and expresses pride in the hospital’s mission.

Twillingate Sun Olds N. D. E. M. Hospital Bonny Nell French R N Wifred Grenfell Editor

Sunday School Treats Held Across South Side Churches

The South Side United Church held its Annual Sunday School Treat on a rainy Thursday with children entertained at the Arm. At Little Harbour a Sunday school picnic took place there, detailing local turnout and activities.

South Side United Church Arm Little Harbour

Fishing reports hint at poor catches and plentiful squid

J. Gillett's trap off the Arm operated by W. Clarke reports dwindling fish as 50 barrels were taken on Thursday evening. Fogo sees plentiful fish and a possible broad fishing strike. Locals hope for fair voyages before navigation closes while Virgin Arm reports squid abundant but jigging failures persist.

J. Gillett W. Clarke Fogo Virgin Army

Illness Strikes W. W. Baird at St Johns Hospital

Mr. W. W. Baird is reported ill with pneumonia at St. Johns and was taken to hospital about two weeks ago. His condition is serious and his family has been called to his bedside.

W. W. Baird Hoag

M James Churchill Update From Present Session

The item notes M James and Churchill are at present three going in the ongoing session. The brief mentions their roles and current status within the proceeding.

M James Churchill Isi

Anstey and others travel by boat for works and visits

A list of residents and visitors ferrying between St Johns and outlying towns. George Anstey Arthur Anstey Edward Anstey and Maxwell Anstey left by motor boat Friday to aid house building at Buchans. Several others arrived or visited sites in Grand Falls Change Islands Fogo and hospital areas.

George Anstey Arthur Anstey Edward Anstey Maxwell Anstey Buchans Stafford St. John’s Lewisporte Clyde Blandford Harry Ashbourne Northern Ranger Miss Delahunty Sergt J. Delahunty Mary Jenkins Boston U.S.A Hedley Gertie) Eveley Adeline Carbonear Adwie Luther Grand Falls Edward Green Edith King Eric Moore Reginald Scott Dorothy Scott E. E French Summerford Lawrence Peyton Hedley Anstey Phillip Bester James Anstey Harold Young J. Young Canada Fred Roberts Change Islands James Gard Walter Fogo E. T. Tulk Ladle Cove Pansy T Bennett Guy Arthur Simms Maud Coish Arthur Coles Edith Ray Tulk Kenneth Hicks Carmanville

Montreal RCMP constable Sidney Graham dies in line of duty

Constable Sidney Graham formerly of Twillingate now of Sydney Mines was killed at Montreal about two weeks ago. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Sidney Graham Charles Graham Greenham Twillingate Sydney Mines Montreal Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Commander Graham Joins Grenfell Mission In Newfoundland

Commander Graham R N has reached St John s Newfoundland and will go to St Anthony as a volunteer worker for the Grenfell Mission. He may command the steamship Strathcona II. In 1934 he sailed Strathcona II from St Anthony to Twillingate and Lewisporte.

Graham, R.N Atlantic Yawl Emmanuel St. John’s St.Anthony Grenfell Mission Twillingate St. Anthony Lewisporte

Woodcutting for Government Requires Peeling and Precise Sawing

Messrs. Wm Bridger and Cyril Luanen journeyed to Port Blandford two weeks ago to cut wood for the Government. They returned on Wednesday and report that the timber must be peeled and every piece sawed perfectly to be acceptable. The price per order is stated as seventy five, but the exact amount remains unclear.

Wm. Bridger Cyril Luanen Port Blandford Fie Butk

Shipping News Chronicle Tells Coastal Freight Movements

Schr. Genevieve Holloway departed Tuesday en route to Port Hope Simpson carrying freight from St. John's. Schr. Frank H. Adams arrived from North Sydney Tuesday with 190 tons of coal bound for Hodge Brothers. Schr. Julia A. Johnston arrived from St. John's Wednesday with freight for A. Manuel and others here before heading north. Sdr. Grace Boehner left Tuesday for Herring Neck.

Genevieve Holloway Port Hope Simpson St. John’s Frank H. Adams North Sydney Hodge Brothers Julia A. Johnston A. Manuel Grace Boehner Herring Neck

Notable Names in Hazel M Woolfrey Ancestry Event

The Primmer House hosts attendees including Hazel M Woolfrey Mrs A Woolfrey H F Moore Lewisporte Joyce Strong St John s Mr and Mrs Bert Bennett W Sibley Sadie Ludlow Ernest Ludlow C Ludlow Jean Earle Fogo M Noftall C Noftall Leonard Bartle M Bishop Jas Howell Grand Falls Miss Peckford Change Islands for a family or community gathering at the venue.

Hazel M. Woolfrey A. Woolfrey H. F. Moore Lewisporte Joyce Strong St. John’s Bert Bennett W. Sibley Sadie Ludlow Ernest Ludlow C. Ludlow Jean Earle Fogo M. Noftall C. Noftall Leonard Bartle M. Bishop Jas. Howell Grand Falls Miss Peckford Change Islands

Garden Party at C of E Parsonage Raises 180

A Wednesday garden party on the C. of E. Parsonage grounds drew a large crowd for Tea by St. Peter's and St. Andrew's ladies. The C. L. B. Boys led games and the Parish Hall audience enjoyed an evening treat. Admission fees and ice cream dates contributed to a total of 180 dollars.

C. of E St. Peter's St. Andrew's C.L. B

Argyle Fishery Commission Vessel to Visit Fogo

The S. S. Argyle with the Fishery Commission aboard is due at Fogo today and will remain until Monday. The commission includes Honourable Mr. Justice Kent as Chairman and Messrs. R. R. Brookes, E. R. Watson, and Lewis Little with Magistrate Abbott at Fogo to meet them. All but Mr. Little act in an honorary capacity.

S. S. Argyle Fishery Commission Fogo Justice Kent R. R. Brookes E. R. Watson Lewis Little Abbott Mr. Little

Puddlester Sails for Port Health Review

Hon J C Puddester departed yesterday morning aboard S S Northern Ranger to study conditions at all ports of call. Relieving Officers are to prepare reports for the Commissioner for Public Health and Welfare upon arrival.

J. C. Puddester S. S. Northern Ranger

Hospital Superintendent Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Dr. J. M. Olds Memorial Hospital superintendent suffered acute appendicitis Monday evening and underwent surgery performed by Dr. Jacobs.

J. M. Olds Memorial Hospital Jacobs

Fogo Visitors Attend Dram Head Service with Grand Falls Group

About thirty C L B of Fogo arrived by Butler's motor boat Sunday morning and joined Grand Falls youths at camp. They paraded with the Grand Falls group and attended the Dram Head Service in the afternoon. They returned to Fogo at 6 30 p.m. Two other boats from Fogo with visitors were also present.

C.L.B Fogo Butler Grand Falls

Halifax Herald Nild Edition described scenery and health efforts

The Halifax Herald Nild Edition from last month focused on scenic landscapes and public health initiatives, presenting a period voice about evolving attitudes toward environment and wellness.

Halifax Herald

Newfoundland War Effort Expands Ranger Forces Across Province

The Ranger Force is to be enlarged and deployed across the Avalon Peninsula and rural Newfoundland with Rangers stationed in Burin Hr Breton Rencontre Burgeo Rose Blanche Port aux Basques St Georges Port aux Port and Gambo. The Chief Ranger will oversee fur and game wardens and fire wardens.

St. John’s Avalon Peninsula Grand Falls Corner Brook Taland Burin Hr. Breton Rencontre Burgeo Rose Blanche Port Aux Basques St. George's Port Aux Port Gambo Markland Hric Uriah Noftall Mulley’s Cove Bay de Verde Caplin Come By Chance Walwyn Hospital George B. Cross Clarenville Stephenville William Kyle Butia Hospital Breton McCloskey Buchans Mining Co Kyle Hudson's Bay Co North West River Thomas Lodge Grand Falla Badger Deer Lake Spain Madrid Britain France Italy United States Germany Department of Education Home Affairs and Education St. Joan’s Commissioner For Justice Roy C. B Mercer J. A. Winter K C H. B. C. Lake Lake Grace Hospital Placentia Road Cataract Commission of Inquiry Newfoundland Argyle Newfoundland and Labrador the Eigg Canada Boge Vimy Ridge, Janes Pol Salt

Family ties wire from Newton noted in brief

A brief wire from Newton quotes Mrs. Adolphus White mentioning her brother in law Frederick Blake of 4 Atkins Street in relation to a Tuesday communication. The message references a Maggie and the Confederation Life context.

Adolphus Newton Frederick Blake Atkin's St. Te

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Confederation Life Shipping News Primmer House H. H Scarborough South Coast Knee S.S. Sagona Joe Batt Musgrave Wadhams Hook Lumsden Cape Freels French Riviera Anthony Eden House of Commons Edward Brennan Water St. West Captain's Pool Waterford River Bowring Park Newfoundland Teachers’ Association Memorial University College Hall Lady Walwyn J. A. Cochrane Hatcher Memorial College A. E. Cave Commission of Government St. John's St. Lawrence Newfoundland Railway W. D. Scroggie Robert Batstone William James Cunard White Star Co Gov't Shaw Department Natural Resources Black River Salmonier Placentia Vimy Ridge Buckingham Palace
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