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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1952
Page
4
The fragment lists notices such as thanks memoriam notes and announcements with a price guide. It outlines subscription rates: local 1.60 per year, Canada 1.70 per year, U.S.A. 2.00 per year, payable in advance. It mentions a charge of 30 cents per inch for notices.
Citizens criticize the Coastal Wharf project for questionable ballast use and construction quality. They argue the wharf underperforms, that federal specs and contractor competence are suspect, and that tax dollars funded a flawed structure despite favorable weather during build.
The pupil of Crow Head will present a Christmas concert on Friday featuring local performers and festive songs.
Mighty Nimrods Mr Harry Randell and Const B Mercer return from annual moose hunt near Glenwood with guides Linda Gillingham and Eric Bagee. They secured moose first day, saw plentiful game, and noted many successful hunters along the Northwest Gander region before traveling home.
St. Peter’s Christmas Concert Tuesday night attracted a capacity crowd. The program featured carols recitations dialogues and skits. Exams showed no failures with an average of 75 percent or higher. Two students won $800 and $100 scholarships. The event raised over $9000 for the school.
Twenty one Twillingate men arrived home by the Sagitta after working near Cartwright during summer and fall. Weather forced layoff as conditions grew severe. More workers than 500 payroll in 1952 are expected in 1953. About 280 Newfoundland sailors came aboard Sagitta. vessel reached harbour mouth near Abisyport with Captain Herbert Gillett in charge.
A brief evening performance of the Miserables drew a modest crowd on Friday night. Local attendees praised the production's energy and the cast's strong vocal work, highlighting standout performances from lead actors and a dynamic ensemble.
Holders of War Savings Certificates are reminded that mature holdings no longer earn interest. They should visit or write to the Newfoundland Savings Bank in St John’s to transfer to interest bearing Savings Accounts.
In Ship Harbour on November 29, 22 year old Pius Griffin died after an altercation with neighbour Thomas Ledwell 26 who was charged with murder. Police, doctors, and a priest were summoned, Griffin bled after a garden scuffle, an autopsy planned, Ledwell remanded to jail for a night while investigators continued.
Ottawa dispatch notes the Walsh committee progress on Newfoundland fisheries after a year of work. Federal deputy minister of fisheries says results will emerge soon and several recommendations have already been received, with potential impact on the industry.
Mr Keough Mr Sinclair and Mr Bates will represent Newfoundland and the federal deputy minister in Ottawa during the week of December 1 to discuss Walsh recommendations and required estimates. Mr Bates notes progress by the Newfoundland Fisheries Development Committee and expects benefits for the fishing industry. Louia Bradbury will not accompany provincial officials.
A Duluth Minnesota damage suit seeks 39169 claiming forceps were left in a woman's abdominal cavity after surgery in 1950. The complaint says the instrument was discovered by X rays and removed in March 1952, causing recurring pain and disability. Defendants have not filed replies.
A note of gratitude expresses thanks to all who assisted during the illness and death of the writer's husband. It acknowledges wreaths flowers letters messages and cards and extends appreciation to everyone who offered support.
The sudden death of Bennett Churchill of North Side occurred Tuesday after a motorboat trip with his son Tom. He collapsed after complaining of faintness and died of heart failure en route to hospital. Interment followed at Pentecostal Churchyard Cemetery with Stuckless officiating. He left a widow and two sons, Donald and Thomas, with Donald serving as a pastor in a mission and Thomas living in another town.
The Twillingate Regional Librarian reports November 1952 circulation by section. North Side adults non fiction 112 and fiction 169. juvenile non fiction 60 and fiction 169. South Side adults non fiction 11 and fiction 48. juvenile non fiction 23 and fiction 16. Academy: adults fiction 13. children non fiction 27 and fiction 124. Total circulation 494.
Mr and Mrs Edwin Facey visit Ywillingate for a short stay in Gander with daughter Dr Tan Harper and family. Dr Harper and her husband and daughter will fly to Scotland to spend Christmas with the doctor's family. Dr and Mrs Harper are stationed at Harbour Breton where he runs the Cattage Hospital.
An elderly Twillingeter, Stanley Fox of 4744 Braeburn St in Bellaire, Texas, relates that about a half dozen Twillingeters nearby have become involved in a dispute reported to Clarke the editor of the Suv. Fox notes distant kinship with the group and we respond by reaching out across long distance. Magistrate G W Clarke left Gay Rambler on Toeedee route to Springdale where several cases await his attention and he plans to return today.
Central School hosts its annual Variety Concert on Thursday December 1 at 7 PM in Senta Shon Dears auditorium. Admission is 25 cents for adults and 20 cents for children. Homemade candy will be on sale. attendees urged to bring friends.
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