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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1940
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun dated December 24, 1940 states it is the town’s North Coast paper published Saturdays from the North Side office. It notes classified notices including notes of thanks memoriam and announcements at 25 cents each and disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions.
A reflective note wishes readers a joyful Christmas season and a prosperous New Year. It links the solstice, winter’s end, and the hope of Spring with a peaceful postwar era. The piece notes improved business since last season and a renewed sense of goodwill amid historical reflections on peace.
A Christmas tribute urges light and faith amid war, arguing pacifism is untimely and Hitlerism must be defeated. It recalls Christ’s birth as a beacon of hope, cites the world’s despair, and emphasizes sacrifice to preserve freedom, religion, and happiness for all.
A Christmas reflection urges that Christ remains the life and truth, bringing hope as war and fear affect many. It reminds readers to remember those in danger zones and separated from loved ones, praying for peace at home and abroad in the coming year.
Minnie Peyton Roberts of Toronto wed John Taylor Maclagan of Montreal in St. Pauls United Church Aylmer Ontario on October 27 1940 The ceremony was by Reverend W D Steptake with attendants Misa Monica Roberts and W W Priesick The couple will reside in Willowdale Toronto after a motor trip and best wishes are offered by friends and family
Mr R H Tait and A G Gibb, long publishers in Boston, plan to relaunch the Newfoundland Weekly in New York. The revival aims to serve Newfoundland’s interests, maintain links with the U S, and bolster mutual defense, trade, and travel ties.
Mr and Mrs Fred T Lucas of 82 Hudson Street Somerville Massachusetts announce the engagement of their daughter Ethel to Charlea Tweedy of 12 Sargent Street Melrone.
Personal notes recount Mr. Donald Cooke traveling by N. Ranger from Canada Bay to Clyde on Wednesday and heading to Bishop's Falls. Mr. George Sheffin moved toward Lewisporte, with others like Mr. Humphries the Fish Inspector departing in Clyde toward Mullroe Trinity Bay for the winter. The fragment mentions Mr. George Gay from Sydney and Mr. Reward Hard from Deer Lat, with stops via Suashy and Wybime.
Military actions surge as clear weather returns with extensive air activity. RAF bombed Valona as Italians prepare to evacuate Libyan fronts. British forces cross into Libya and capture 14,000 Italians. Albanian front sees Greek gains and Italian retreats around Tepelini and Bardia. British offensives in Egypt widen with Libyan base seizures. Laval dismissed. Germany hints at France occupation. Roosevelt proposes Lend-Lease-like aid to Britain.
British Ambassador in Washington Anthony Eden becomes Foreign Secretary succeeding Lord Halifax and Capt David Margesson succeeds Eden as Secretary of War. King George to broadcast Christmas Day at 10 30 am. War Savings Certificates subscriptions exceed 200 000 locally. Royal Air Force carried out daylight attacks on German naval bases at Wilhelmshaven Brest and Lorient following Saturday night raids extending to Venice.
Twillingate faces a wartime duty to buy War Savings Certificates to back Britain’s Newfoundland obligations. The N P A Branch will promote the program, arguing it is a safe investment and a vital aid to the war effort, with pamphlets to follow and a Christmas issue tie in.
Adjutant A J Rideout of 8 A sends best wishes to Twillingate Friends and a hopeful message for their endeavors.
A brief church notice announces White Gift Services to be held at United Churches during the Christmas season. The observance invites participation from congregants and the community, highlighting shared service and festive kindness.
Confederation Life reports the Clyde transported a patient to the hospital on Wednesday morning. Mrs Hibbs, in charge of the Staff-house, handled the arrangements.
The Sun will not be issued again until January 4, 1941, signaling a planned hiatus and schedule for the newspaper’s return. The notice indicates a temporary suspension with a targeted restart date in early 1941.
The King marked his forty fifth birthday on the fourteenth instant as loyal messages poured in from across the empire. Citizens and officials voiced sincere wishes that his efforts be crowned with victory and success.
Some of the day school teachers departed last week for the Christmas holidays, taking time off from classes and duties as observers note the seasonal break.
Mr. Harlan Rideout is erecting an extension to the house formerly owned by the late Peter Young, which is now owned by J. Gillete & Son. The action reflects ongoing property improvements affecting the Young estate.
A No 2 Express train west of Grand Falla hung up after a wreck leaving several dead. The engine was bloodstained as it arrived at Grand Falla with no radio reports yet available.
Free copies of the Bulletin Life History of the Lobster may be obtained at no charge by application to the Supplies Division Department of Public Works St Johns.
Several men who have been working at Botwood and other places came home by Clyde on Friday.
Died on Friday at Durrell's Arm George Dalley aged 70. Funeral held at the S United Church on Sunday.
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