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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 12, 1949
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text from a Rostefora Department note mentions Homa Attitte at Tyillingata Nild and an official Clarke, with claims of guarantee to invert long communications. The readable fragments hint at a correspondence or report lacking clear context or complete names.
A local newspaper reflects on its editorial stance and calls for civic minded effort. It laments apathy, urges public support for town improvements, and emphasizes that progress depends on residents voting, engaging, and backing worthwhile efforts.
Forward-looking home comers ask about quiet living with HENCORK products. Nurseries and playrooms use Kencork to deaden sounds and cushion fatigue. Ledryoms Kencork tones blend with decor. Winter warmth and comfort are highlighted in semimer descriptions.
The document reflects debates on who contributes to a town’s fabric and governance, contrasting residents who stay and work with those who live there without giving back. It mentions civic duties, rates, and community figures while questioning citizen roles and local leadership.
The Church of England schedule lists St Peters Holy Communion at 3 am and 11 am with Sunday School at 2:30 pm and Evensong at 7 pm. St Andrews offers Evensong at 3 pm.
In a letter to the paper a Newfoundlander writer urges readers to promote amateur hockey on the island. He recalls a Boston game with Newfoundland players from Nova Scotia and Harvard, praising local talent and the island’s potential to contribute to the sport amid long winters and steady cold.
The notice lists Sunday services and programs at multiple churches. South Side holds 11am lay reader and 2:30pm Sunday School and Bible Class with Rev W R Butler. North Side features Rev W R Butler 2:30pm Sunday School and Bible Class at 7pm lay reader. Little Harbour shows 3 pm service with Rev Wine R Butler at 7 pm lay reader. Crow Head offers 2:30pm Sunday School and Bible Class.
The Salvation Army lists 11 a.m. Holiness Meeting 2 p.m. Sunday School and Bible Class 3 p.m. Praise Meeting 7 p.m. Great Salvation Meeting conducted by the Corps Officers. All are cordially invited. Mayor and Officials extend greetings.
Incomplete notice lists Pastor H. F. Rawselt and Mrs Rawselt with Sunday service at 10:30 am. Mentions devotion at 3 pm and prayer at 7 pm. OCR errors obscure exact words and locations.
ROUEN SAUNDERS outlines a Newfoundland program to staging coast to coast hockey exhibitions for children summer vacations. He envisions a broader modern sport model with North American participation and cross country showcases to foster talent and fund youth activities while promoting national competition.
Confederation Life Birth notes the birth of a daughter named Beveil at Toronto in January. Jean, Mrs. Beetham, is a granddaughter of Mrs. John Hicks of this town.
Members of St Peter's OR WA plan a Valentine Social in Parisi Hall on Monday night February 14. Dress is optional if no prize is given for best Valentine costume. Valentines may be purchased during the evening. refreshments will be served. Admission 50f. Programme begins at 6 pm. Sanctuary Guild buys two stalls a Pantry Stall and an Apron Stall as added attractions. Come join and enjoy.
A variety concert will be presented at Darrell s Academy at 8 p m with proceeds benefiting the Hospital Group and Friends. Tickets are 40 cents general 30 cents. Sold by Ay Gillett Son at South Side.
Wartime Newfoundland report notes Department of Education support for free public film showings with volunteer projectionists, dependent on island cooperation and schedules. It records a hospital concert fundraiser of $110 for the Hustler Club, a sea voyage with Dr Olds and several sealing vessel deployments, plus local travel and library board activity and a fishery vessel fleet update.
A fragmented literary note discusses characters in a work titled White Banners, examining psychological themes and relationships. It mentions Paul, Hannay Sedit, Hanna, Agele, Eleanor, Tom, Peter, Sally, Ally Trong, and Hynoeb, noting romance arcs and personal growth as the story ends with fulfillment and happiness for several figures.
Onna Mr Garfield Bages of South Side died suddenly Monday while enroute to Lewisporte by a dog team. He had long suffered a heart ailment yet continued daily work. He traveled with brothers Wilfred and Carl Ke to Grand Falls area. rough travel and dog handling were noted as part of the trip.
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