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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Aug 07, 1943
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun publishes notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements from the North Side office run by S Roberts editor and proprietor. A 25 cent charge applies for each notice and late letters may not be inserted.
Allied forces push north and west in Sicily as 8th Army holds south of Catania. Mussolini’s fate unclear. Italy’s governor battles unrest. In the USSR, Red Army drives three pronged offensives near Orel and Beilgorod, while Hamburg and other targets suffer Allied bombing. Japan loses barges as air attacks intensify.
In Twillingare this season, ongoing employment stays strong and fisheries meet average levels. Prospects look fair for the coming days with minimal pessimism.
A patriotic address highlights gratitude to the Allied power and air defense, noting blackout challenges and guarding against raids. It expresses faith in eventual Allied victory, resilience of Newfoundland, and a collective duty to support the Empire while acknowledging human faults.
Alfreda Young, wife of Clay ton Young, died at home on Tuesday July 24 1943 at age 22 after three months of illness. Survived by husband two children parents brothers Allan Pierce Raymond sister Olive and extended relatives. Funeral Wednesday at the S Citadel conducted by Major S Wight with burial at Ragged Point L A Cemetery. Family mourners express faith in heaven’s gain and eternal rest.
A Thursday event at St Peter’s Parsonage Grounds offered a well prepared meal and games with a fair turnout. Proceeds exceeded $263.00. The Women of St Peter’s Congregation thank all helpers for the successful fundraiser.
A string of residents and visitors arrive or depart from Grand Falls and surrounding communities. Notables include Mr. FB A Scott from Vancouver visiting three weeks with sister Mrs Eleanor Roberta, and Miss Althea Anstey joining family from Grand Falls for holidays.
Confederation Life in Twillingate reports several days of rain with sunshine aiding soil conditions. Wells are returning to normal in parts of the islands and crops are improving as moisture and warmth continue.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Pearce Bridger of Brighton at the N. D. B. M. Hospital on July 31.
Mariage notice: Tuesday ceremony at the N S United Church officiated by Rev T J Pitt. The couple Mr Roland Bridger and Miss Stella Sharpe were united in marriage in a brief event.
Mr. J. E. Tabor director of agriculture returns from the West Coast after time with Dr. P. E. Wolfe. Surveys extend from Corner Brook and Deer Lake to Codroy and Port au Port with Lime plant output and demonstrations guiding farmers. Further reconnaissance and surveying are planned to extend the soil survey work.
Information from the Commodore Royal Naval Patrol Service Lowestoft announces promotions to Wartime Leading Seaman effective May 28 1943. Albert J Starks JX277340 Nip per a Harbour and Samuel Cooper JX280553 Twillingate are named among the promoted Newfoundlanders.
A dense smoke plume was observed Tuesday at Terra Nova Bonavista Bay as wind veered to the southwest. Local observers report a new blaze attracting attention from nearby communities.
A single forest fire event was noted last week with smoke and burning turf smell westward from Terra Nova River. It appears to be the only blaze in the country at that time.
Allan Jenkins operates his boat between his regular Botwood runs carrying fresh fish and occasionally transporting passengers.
Mrs. H. C. Roberts received a birthday greeting on Thursday from her son Andrew serving in the Royal Navy now stationed in the Middle East.
Mr. Arthur Monroe of the Fishery Products Co. Ltd. visited from St. John's last week to oversee a freeh fish refrigerator plant being erected at Joe Batt's Arm. A concrete building will house the facility with path end premises expanded for cod refining and plans to light all rooms by electricity when arrangements are made.
The United Church held their South Side picnic on Thursday week and Crow Head hosted their event yesterday as part of a series of Sunday School gatherings this month.
The Customs and old Post Office building is undergoing repairs and is to have a coat or two of paint. Framing and scaffolding will accompany the exterior refresh as crews address weathered surfaces.
Washington C.P. reports the greatest church membership in U S history with about 67 million adherents. Catholics number 22.9 million, Baptists 11.4 million, Methodists 8.4 million, Lutherans 5 million, and Jewish bodies 4.6 million.
Councillor Lawrence died on Tuesday while under treatment at St. John's Hospital. The article notes his service record and mentions colleagues expressing condolences. Further details on the funeral arrangements were not available at publication.
Captain Collins delivered a truck yesterday to J Gillett and Son, completing the transport as arranged. The handover marked a routine delivery for the local firm.
Mr. Herbert Morrison, the Home Secretary, decries arson and antisocial behavior, labeling fire a dangerous ally of the enemy and urging the public to halt such actions as wartime effforts intensify.
War time notices call for more men as air despatches and Navy and arts sectors face manpower shortages. As the conflict continues, recruitment becomes critical to sustain war efforts across branches.
From St. Johns July 30 armies clash on the Russian front with Red cavalry repelling German advances toward the Orel sector. Russian artillery bombards the mud soaked hills while defenders retreat six miles and forty villages fall. In Sicily, Allied forces crack Messina bridge core as hopes rise for a quick conquest amid Italian political tension and bombing disruption at Catania harbor.
Radio reports indicate German forces fall back toward Messina after Catania fall while the 8th Army pushes north of Mount Etoa and many surrender. Americans seize Galena and Munda on New Georgia Island, described as decisive in eliminating a major Japanese air field with heavy casualties. In Russia, Germans pull back near Orel, where fires burn and 15,000 have died. Red Army seizes Bielgorod as Sweden bars further German crossings into Norway.
Sir David Meek the Indian Trade Commissioner in London says North American tea supplies could improve. He notes ships carry heavy cargoes returning from India leaving room for lighter goods like tea, and reports Indian tea prices to Canadians only about 10 percent above 1939 despite higher Indian prices. Clearing the Axis from the Mediterranean could boost consumer tea stocks, with India’s 1942-43 crop described as bumper.
Deputy Prime Minister Attlee and Dominion Secretary Walwyn honor the Newfoundland Field Regiment of Royal Artillery for Tunisian service. Attlee lauds valiant successors to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment and calls for more courage and laurels. Walwyn cables pride from families government and people noting Medjez el Bab Long Stop Hill in Newfoundland’s war record beside Gallipoli and others.
Captain Jones landed freight for the firm this week as operations resumed after a pause. The shipment details remain limited but indicate continued activity in local commerce.
A visitor from St Barbe District reports fear of livestock slaughter due to hay shortage and drought. Crops have dried up from little rain, raising concerns over winter fodder and vegetable scarcity despite uncertain rainfall.
The account suggests safe lifting has quieted with little official news on the aud happenings. It opines two men who can steal a money safe from an office ought to be in the Royal Artillery, implying they fear no police detection.
Editorial column sketches a public des patch outline from the Postal Telegraph Department noting no official notice issued yet. It hints at upcoming policy or service changes and urges readers to watch later columns for details.
Deputy Food Controller B C Price announces the August sugar allowance of four pounds per household for fruit preserves. He notes upcoming September and October options like blue berries and partridge berries for jam and hints at possible further sugar releases. He mentions heavy rhubarb crops and substantial storage, with Brown coupna designated for August allotment.
Tomorrow Sunday St Andrew's Anglican Church at Fogo will celebrate its Silver Jubilee year Rev J Goodland is to attend the Service marking the milestone resulting after many years of worship and community activity.
Authorities ban sightseeing bus services to conserve crude rubber, aiming to save over 100000 pounds annually.
Prime Minister Bevin states that about 25 million Britons, roughly half the population, are mobilised in the armed forces and war industries to uphold British traditions and leadership in the world. The figure underscores total war mobilization across both military and industrial sectors.
The Gloucester dragger Caroline and May earned $250 000 in its first year ending June and its 10 crew members each took £14 000 as their share. The vessel is claimed to set a record stock and share for a Massachusetts fishing dragger.
Exports of salt codfish in April totaled 46 000 quintals, down from 55 000 a year earlier. Licensed exporters held 29 000 quintals at month end, versus 115 000 the previous year.
Monday brought near record heat with temperatures reaching 86 degrees in shade and 88 in the sun, marking one of the warmest days of the season to date.
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