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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 13, 1943
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun notes winter weather ahead with winds from the east and southeast. It warns of a water shortage due to deep frost and scarce well supply, expecting mild weather to restore household water soon. Candlemas reflections and seasonal chatter accompany local weather forecasts.
The article quotes the Inflammable Substances Act Chapter 53 outlining limits on volatile and non volatile oils stored on premises. It notes no more than one gallon of volatile oils in a dwelling and five gallons in an approved building for retail sellers, plus five barrels for non volatile oils stored outside dwellings. It highlights enforcement challenges amid large oil shipments to Newfoundland ports and Canada’s perceived lax stance.
A late January chill spread across Newfoundland and much of eastern Canada with sharp zero readings and blizzards. Northern Ontario saw temperatures plunge to 64 below with drifting snow while forecasters note mixed accuracy versus old forecasts. Seals head for southward ice as west and north winds prevail, signaling a windy, unsettled season ahead.
Frances Belle daughter of Mr and Mrs Waffouse married Frederick Raymond son of the late Mark and Mrs Matilda Luther at St Peters Church with Rev Goodland officiating. The bride wore white satin and orange blossom wreath, bridesmaids wore green lace and orchid taffeta, lil Miss Edwina Colbourne flower girl. Reception at groom’s home with toasts and gifts. the bride has served sixteen years with EHJ Lincoln.
Telegram to S J Andrews Crow Head outlines that regulations governing payment bonus will be published this week. It requires merchant returns detailing quantities of fish purchased and states payment will be commended in response to these returns.
The report notes that on Tuesday night reference was made to the matter and the Government planned settlements once formal returns were prepared to be sent out. It was hoped to receive responses from across the country by April next.
Hon. A. E. Hickman, a Legislature member, died last week at St. John s and was accorded a State funeral.
Mr Augustus Churchill and family express gratitude to all who aided during illness and loss, noting messages letters and cards and flowers. List includes numerous individuals and groups from Newfoundland communities and New York connections, with thanks extended to friends neighbours and organizations.
Mrs. Sara Hodder, 60, wife of Frederick Hodder, died Wednesday night at Primmer House after cancer illness. She served North Side Women's Association of the United Church and was active in WPA benevolence and Girl Guide work. Survived by husband in Belmont, two sons Frederick and Nelson, four daughters Mabel Killeen, Netta, Bernice, and Vera. Funeral Saturday at North Side United Church with Rev. Pitt and burial at Head Cemetery. Sun extends sympathy to the family.
Parade to Ss United Church for Divine Service marks St Peters Lodge anniversary. About twenty members attended with others away defending democratic privileges. Rev T J Pitt preached on Matthew 5 2. sick visiting by Bros Colbourne and Manuel. Tea at Victoria Hall, remarks on honored members and past accidents, then social entertainment.
The Fogo Committee secured Dr. E. J. Wermuth trained in Vienna to bolster local care. The hospital seeks two more doctors and several nurses. Dr. A J Wood, having suffered a December heart attack, cannot continue in service for now.
Mr. Max Guy arrived on a month’s leave from Gander and Mr. Nelson Hodder travelled from the Gander art week to support his mother’s burial.
Mr. Max Rideout of Campbellton lost his truck through the ice near Lewisporte while his wife and child were aboard with some rabbits. The incident notes the peril to the family and animals during the escape on the frozen water.
Northern Germany faced round the clock bombing by British Canadian and American air forces with raids targeting submarine works. Soviet strikes broke a Nazi fortress line near Rostov and cut German defenses. Sixteen Axis ships were sunk in the Mediterranean. Newfoundland air and naval leadership featured in submarine command as war expands across seas. British Eighth Army advances in Tunisia while rain slows Allied moves. Churchill’s Commons speech awaited as Overseas Club pushes Newfoundlanders to support leave centres in London.
The week shows Russian gains around Rostov Kharkov and other Hitler strongholds Kursk recaptured and German forces being encircled. Hitler aims to move out of the Caucasus as men cross the Kerch Straits but face Russian guns. Doenitz replaces Raeder as U boat chief. Allies plan to counter intensified German convoy attacks while US forces fully occupy Guadalcanal. Burma fights back against stubborn Japanese resistance. Wilhelms Haven raid and Solomons naval skirmishes cost Germany three destroyers. Russians also cross the eastern Donetz River amid wet Tunisian weather.
Preliminary notice asks readers to reserve three days for the St Peters Sanctuary Guild Supper and Social to be held on February 25. Details on schedule and venue to follow as finalized.
The School Clinic at the Hospital resumes operation with doctors and staff conducting health check ups for students. Medical or surgical cases are promptly addressed, and students receive guidance on vitamins and calories.
Dear Sir the St Johns Rotary Club wired for a collection from Twillingate to raise funds for a hostel in London to serve ten thousand Newfoundlanders after war service. Only about 11 000 of 25 000 requested has been raised. Readers can send contributions to Magistrate Abbott Dunn Bank of Nova Scotia Ted Jenkins Edwin Colbourne Hodge Brothers Twillingate Sun Office or the undersigned.
Reverend R F Mercer of the Church of England rector at Catalina died at General Hospital St John s on Thursday. A brief memorial service was planned at the Cathedral before his body was taken to Catalina for burial. Mrs Thomas Grimes reported a daughter in town and mourners were advised to extend sympathy. Reverend J Goodland informed Mrs Grimes of her father s death.
A plane crash in Nd on Tuesday killed thirteen passengers and five crew members, with authorities investigating the cause and identifying victims.
Information from the Trade Commissioner for Newfoundland London confirms Royal Navy seaman Frederick Harold G Locke JX277301 of Lash a ’Bight has been awarded Mention In Despatches for good services when enemy aircraft was destroyed by his ship. London Gazette 26 January 1943.
Robert Barnes departs the house amid ongoing moves at Ragged Point, ending his tenure at the former Whyatt's. He hauls belongings to his new home, signaling a shift in residence and property arrangements in the Ragged Point area.
Mr Ray Bridger, long aboard the Lagona, came home on Wednesday surfacing in hometown circles with news of his voyage and safe return after a lengthy absence at sea.
Sailor Tom Taylor of Harwich received a Christmas package his mother and father mailed in 1941, finally arriving in November 1942 while he was at sea. This example highlights wartime postal delays affecting service members during World War II.
Three communications remain from the Inet issue and appear on page two. The notices detail ongoing concerns, with references to the issue as discussed in prior pages and continuing fragments of the correspondence.
Mr Harry Anstey accompanied Bdr Reginald Wellman of the Royal Canadian Survey aboard a dog team trip to Lewisporte Spat on Saturday, reflecting a local excursion involving military personnel and a sporting dogs arrangement.
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