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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Dec 08, 1945
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun, established 1888, published Saturdays from Twillingate Mid. office. Editor and proprietor Roberts notes charges for notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements at 25 cents per inch, with deadline Wednesday noon for inclusion and disclaimer of responsibility for correspondents' opinions.
The trial of Goering von Papen and von Ribbentrop, top Nazi rulers alive, begins in Nuremberg for acts against peace and humanity. Prosecution cites 30 000 word documents as evidence as Allied nations seek to end Nazi tyranny through lengthy proceedings with probable death sentences.
Captain Stewart Hownsell described the vessel wreck at Edwarde Reef three miles off Musgrave Harbour after a light sighting on Penguin Island. The ship sank in half an hour despite attempts to reach Seldom, leaving the crew to row to Mungrave Hr. Local lumber operations at Jacksons Arm faced major disruption, prompting city firms to arrange supplies to be shipped via Lewisporte to Jackson's Arm aboard M V Exploits within days.
The Ex-Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Cosmo Lang died during a London walk on a Wednesday. Lang served thirteen years as Archbishop of Canterbury and thirty-three years as Archbishop overall, including twenty years at York. He lived to attend his successor’s funeral and witnessed the installation of the current Archbishop Dr Fisher. Lang died at age 81.
The M. V. Exploita loaded fish at Herring Neck from G. J Carter Tytd on Wednesday. The M V. Glenwood, which delivered coal to Fogo, was loading fish there on the same day.
Mr A H Patterson of England will take over the management of the Nile Hotel from Mr B B Stafford. The transition marks a change in leadership at the hotel.
The Portuguese vessel Lutador arrived Thursday and loaded freight for Portugal, taking on cargo destined for coastal routes and international distribution.
Admissions list includes Mrs. Thomas Coates Botwood Mrs. Leonard Baker Black Island Mrs. Nathan Chaisson Port aux Barques John T White Raymond Brieger Rev Samuel Baggs and others from Twillingate Fogo Port aux Basques and more. Several births noted including a son to Mr and Mrs Nathan Chaisson and a daughter to Mr and Mrs Herbert Warren. Operations include Mrs Gus Norman Pacquet Dorothy Jenkins Summerford and multiple others.
Copy of the Newfoundland Lumberman notes the 1942 publication run and records the address of Mr. J. J. Thompsos, president of the Newfoundland Lumbermen's Association, at the annual Grand Falls gathering held in October.
A Caterpillar Jeep might keep streets clear in heavy snow and maintain a passable trail on several secondary roads connecting Twillingate proper, aiding movement during winter weather.
Mr. Robert Boyd from Tizzard's Harbour says he will build a herring factory next season and buy all lobsters gathered from nearby areas for operation. He plans to source lobsters from local fishermen and expand fishing trades.
Robert Koch identified the tubercle bacillus as the TB cause in 1882 and proved it. Christmas Seals fund nationwide campaigns against tuberculosis.
A former football star recalls years of rheumatic stiffness that limited mobility. After trying various remedies, he credits Kruschen Salts for relief, noting improved joint and muscle function as uric acid buildup diminished.
Personal notices list Seaman Stanley Stockley R N arriving from Eugland and multiple residents returning from St John s and other towns. Mentions include Bank of Nova Scotia clerk Ron Tortaville visiting his mother in hospital, and several movements between Fogo Lewisporte St John s Glencoe and Herring Neck with families and travelers noted.
The S. S. Kyle transported patients to the hospital Sunday morning while plying the Lewisporte Northern Service. Police and hospital officials reported the arrival of several patients in need of care and started intake procedures.
The Alexandra Hall concert hosted by Central School drew good attendance with proceeds totaling 62 dollars. The program of recitations dialogues drills and songs impressed, and diplomas were awarded by Magistrate Spracklin for last year’s C. H. E. exam successes in Rev. Bagga’s absence.
The narrator recalls Twillingate under moonlight and remembers the Memorial by the sea. He praises Miss Manuel and Dr Olds for their patient care to the sufferers, asks God to protect and guide them, and prays for all at Twillingate and its bay.
The note thanks friends who sent wreaths sprays letters and cards after the death of the couple’s youngest son at Grand Falls hospital on December 18 1944. It lists many contributors including L C A Lodge Rev Humby Bertha Thistle Jessie Randell and families from Hillgrade Sackville Broad Cove Indien Cove Herring Neck Indian Cove Barnni Cove and more.
On September 17 Sir Jean Situs daughter of Mr and Mrs Charlie Simms of Leslie Street St Johns was married to Mr W P Roberta son of Mr and Mrs George Roberta of Burkburnett Texas USA.
Burglary cases rise in late fall with thieves targeting cellars and the Bengga oil factory. police investigate another pilfering incident as observers note recurring patterns of theft.
Rev. S. Baggs traveled to Lewisporte on Saturday and returned Sunday feeling unwell. He is hospitalized receiving treatment and is reported to be improving.
On Saturday Plaga were flying over the area as guns fired. Jessie C. from Léwisporte landed. Wilson A. Manuel of the WR.A. and Seaman Stanley Stockley, who arrived in Botwood from England by steamer on Friday, were noted at the scene.
Fragments report a Newfoundland aids decline with dogs dying from distemper and some citizens moving to England. The newly appointed governor is to be announced later after a long tenure marked by illness and retirement.
World news digest from St. John s reports President Truman urging support for the United Nations at a press conference. Yugoslav Constitutive Assembly proclaims republic. Indonesian leadership foresees calm returning to Java amid talks. Nazi era documents reveal prewar plans to seize Czechoslovakia and attack Britain. Allied talks on Indonesia planned in Singapore. Labour government pledges independence for India with maintained order. Coat of Living Index for St John s at 1195.80 on November 3 1945.
Grand Admiral Raeder testifies at Nuremberg insisting he acted as a servant of the German government and followed orders while evidence shows he planned the invasion of Norway and met with Quisling. Rudolf Hess pleads not mentally deranged to participate in his defense and resists removal despite doctors doubts about his condition.
Two geese fled from a householder and swam in salt water for hours before one remained out overnight. Captured geese were then clipped to fatten for the platter, with both gander and goose facing the same fate.
Frederick Sansome was knocked down at Grand Halls this week by a 9 hit and run driver. One victim was progressing favourably at the hospital. The car driver was found guilty of intoxication and fined 100 dollars, with his friends’ privileges cancelled.
A man named Langdon fell in the hold of a ship at Botwood and is now at Northcliffe Hospital in Grand Falls, where doctors report he is doing as well as can be expected.
The St. John's Regatta Committee, with a history tracing to 1828, contributed 100 to the Newfoundland Tuberculosis Association. The donation, handed to President Gordon F. Higgins, reflects a long view of sport, health, and civic duty in Newfoundland.
The week shows ideal weather with overcast periods. The sea remains calm and boating is easy though some snow has fallen and melted due to ice. temperatures hover near freezing. A few storms occurred and a small number of torpedo incidents were reported with some fatal results.
DIED at Crow Head on December 3rd the wife of Mr Abner Dov The funeral was held at the United Church on Thursday Rev Mr Evans officiating
The United States offers to lend England one thousand million pounds for reconstruction and other purposes. The plan aims to support postwar recovery and stabilize allied finances amid global upheaval.
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