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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 03, 1945
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun published in Twillingate Newfoundland outlines its rules for notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements. It states rates of 25 cents per inch for notices and notes editorial independence and deadline restrictions.
Announcement by Capt. Brooks grants a hundred a month for 28 day home leave to members of the 59th and 166th Artillery who have served since enlistment. If any man fails to report after leave, the plan collapses. Some have served since the war began, and others wish to be home briefly. transport to their destinations should be arranged promptly.
A Thursday night Burne's Night program was largely inaudible due to interference from an external station. Sir John Puddester spoke on Newfoundland's future, urging business leaders to engage in politics and expand commerce to support future government.
A wartime economic reflection discusses commerce and rationing in Newfoundland and England. It urges postwar industry expansion, tax adjustments, and local production of food to reduce imports, with emphasis on stable debt service, prices, and a national program to guard against default. It highlights trade with Canada and the USA and calls for a self sustaining economy under eventual self government.
Readable extracts note the 5th Newfoundland Regiment in action on the Continent since July. They supported Canadians near Caen and Antwerp, bombarded targets across Belgium, and moved to Nijmegen during Arnhem. The handout praises the unit’s superb performance and national pride.
Reports from St John describe winter isolation for the North East Coast with navigation opening delayed. Freight and passenger traffic rely on Ruos and Bays while Labrador air service remains limited. This season mirrors prior years as ships operate late and railways continue to move Express packages and freight.
The Messenger records the death of Sarge Dove at 85 after a short illness. He leaves wife, three sons Jonathan of Cor per Brook Adolphus of Spring dale Edger at home, two brothers David of Windsor Samuel of Crow Head, 11 grandchildren and many relatives. Funeral held Friday Jan 12 conducted by Rev 5. Bag 8 from II Corinthians 5:1. Burial at cemetery.
Mrs. Andrew Bourden reports a letter from her son CPO James Cheater thanking the N P A and W P A for their Christmas donation of Nice Dollara. He asks them to continue their work as he aid is given, and notes the Victory will soon be won while he is stationed in Belgium.
In the House of Commons and Lords on Tuesday the Under Secretary for Dominion Affairs announced that detailed proposals for Britain's political financial and economic future will be deferred until after the war with Germany. In the meantime plans for a postwar programme will be implemented. The postponement stems from wartime conditions and a belief the conflict would end sooner than previously expected.
St Peter's Lodge No 12.9 AF will observe its 70th anniversary on Wednesday February 7 if weather allows. otherwise the social is postponed. A Divine Service and public welcome gathering at North Side United Church marks the tribute to Air Craftsman Err. Postponed events include the auxiliary entertainment and a Monday night gathering at the Court House.
Government ration notice lists February 1945 coupons for Sugar-Orange Spare B No 4 February 12 and No 5 February 26. Tea Blue Spare A No 4 February 12 and No 5 February 26. Milk coupons stamped Q February 12 and R February 26 for under five. Milk other books for children not yet seven as of July 3 with two tins weekly.
Slob ice appeared near Long Point early last week toward the North-ooat. Off-shore wind slowed it briefly, then Thursday's mild easterly change brought more ice into the bay. No freeze-up this month due to southerly westerly winds. temperatures normal and boats could still come and go from New World Island.
Fragmented OCR text notes the death of Mrs Naomi and mentions Edwin Facey and Jeny on the eleventh trying to place a Newton event. It references a second wife of an interpreted captain and a daughter Sagat at Newton with sparse details.
John Hull recently fell and sustained a fractured hip. He is in hospital receiving necessary care, with hopes he will recover to return home as soon as practicable.
The Casualty Report from the Secretary of Defense at St John’s mislabels Neil Harnett’s rank, listing him as Sergeant, Airforce though he was a Warrant Officer after serving as Flight Sergeant in the Middle East. Records may not reflect recent promotions, with delays between England and St John’s.
Captain Garfield Young in the Little Whitecoat reached within a mile of the Railway Pier at Hann's Point on Friday. The Clyde's Captain A Elliott and part crew returned Sunday with freight for several parties. The vessel reached harbor Tuesday after rounding Long Point at noon amid a heavy sea, light east wind, and a forecast breeze from St John’s that hardly touched Twillingate, with mist and rain beginning in the evening.
Allied air raids target Berlin and industrial zones as U S and Soviet forces advance toward the German capital. Russian winter offensives push from Poznan toward Berlin while Zagursky’s troops break through Poznan and approach Brandenburg. In the Pacific, landings in Luzon and Bougainville advance, with Manila and Arakan contested.
A fire broke out at St John’s Monday in the old Daily Star building. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours, gutting several offices tied to various organizations and the United Church.
Mrs Clifford mother of Mr Fancy Hinds and eMicw Fred White died at age 88 on January 6. Peter Jenkins of Gilesport reached 80 on January 27. Herbert Young observed milestone age on January 11.
The 1945 installation honored by District Grand Master Fred White with officers elected including Worthy Master John Loveridge, Chaplain James White, and Secretary John Manuel.多 The meeting on January 15 featured multiple committees and trustees named among the Past Masters and officers.
Mr. Harry Ashbourne attended the funeral of F. N. Damond at Moreton's Hr. last week with E EQ French of Summer ford also present. Almon Boyd traveled from Tizzard's Hr Lyboat on Tuesday. Sidney Boyd brought his son Dowglan to hospital for appendicitis on Tuesday. Frank Curtis returned from Curling last week. Mrs. Sidney Boyd visited from Herring Neck on Thursday. Albert Legge of Durrell's empse has been paralyzed sidelined from work.
Captain James Philpott arrived with boats on Tuesday visiting from Cottle's Isle.
Mrs. Stephen Hawkins learned of her brother Isaac Elliott death in New York on January 11 in his 72nd year. A brother Ben resides in Houston Texas. His wife died in October.
An obituary note records the death of F. N. Osmond at Moreton's Head last week. The family includes son Oswald in the U S A and Frank, the youngest, employed at the Bank of Nova Scotia.
Northeast coast records ongoing mild conditions with light frost on land and minimal icing at sea. The scene shows few winter signs as boats move in and out, recalling early 1900s lighter ice in January and early February.
Green Bay notices the death at Silverdale of Mrs Capt Wallac Batstone nee Ella Gillingham formerly of this town She is survived by her husband a son and two daughters.
Fragmentary weather observations describe Candlemas and midwinter conditions with hints of a harsh season. The text mentions a thermometer reading around 28 degrees and notes limited wind movement, with scattered reports of winter impact across the country and Canada.
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