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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 18, 1939
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun notes published notices from the Department of Home Affairs and charges 25 cents for Notes of Thanks Memoriam Notes and Announcements. The paper disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions and states publication in Twillingate on February 18 1939.
The death of Pope Pius Eleventh at Vatican City ends a life devoted to peace and humanitarian work. His efforts for victims of persecution in Spain and China earned world recognition and a guiding influence for future leaders of the Church.
Trade Review notes Professor Binghamag on page three arguing Newfoundland could set a wide sea boundary to regulate offshore seal fishing and bar foreigners. Government amends Sealing Law to allow killing seals on March 10 and Sundays, amid nine foreign ships. public comment is urged though time is tight.
The discussion notes no waste in seal carcasses as they are used for guano and processed aboard ships. It criticizes Newfoundland for letting carcasses sink to sharks to maximize own profits while allowing outsiders to profit from manufacturing value.
Leslie E. Dennison argues Newfoundland is a vital frontier in defence and trade, urging that it be treated as part of the Maritimes in trade with America and as a strategic base against European threat, with Britain's and America's defense tied to Newfoundland.
In Montreal snow depth required 5000 workers and about 90000 dollars spent. The cost of removing each inch estimated at 10000 dollars. Detroit reports record snowfall in 33 years with removal costs reaching 67000 dollars. Labour shortage noted in both cities.
Members invite all to a parish hall social on Monday evening February 20. Admission is 25 cents and the event starts at 8 p m. Ice cream will be sold and proceeds go to church expenses. An enjoyable time is promised for all patrons.
Advertiser seeks a ten to twenty ton schooner in good repair with engine preferred. Request full particulars including price and contact details by Jan 28.
A reader asks about 6 percent overdues on credit, profit tagging on invoice costs, and duty on imports. The letter discusses rebates paid as merchandise notes, cash flow for fishermen, and government versus supplier interpretations on salt and gasoline rebates.
Mrs Harriet White died Tuesday after a stroke of paralysis at age 77. Born Miss Jenkins of Durrell, she outlived her husband by about two years. She leaves two daughters Mrs Harold Young and Mrs Thomas Churchill in Brooklyn and a step-daughter Mrs Robert Pennell, plus a brother Capt Nathaniel Jenkins. Funeral services were held at the S S United Church and Arm Cemetery with Rev. A J. Pitt officiating.
A Hart's Cove resident appeared before Magistrate Abbott on February 11 for breach of the Crown Lands Act 1930 by operating a law without a license. Forest Inspector Forward of Lewisporte prosecuted for the Department of Natural Resources. The accused pleaded guilty and was fined $1000.
Mr J Howlett arrived Tuesday for a winter business trip, coming to town to conduct meetings and handle planned engagements during the season.
Mr Macpherson Eveleigh arrived from Newstead on Saturday in a brief social item noting his travel arrival and location.
Local brief notes Mr Bennett Elliott had a house moved this week beginning Tuesday with a crew of men who transported it from his land on Elliott's Hill along Rink Road on the South Side.
Announcement: Mr and Mrs Alex Anstey of Little Bay Teller announce the marriage of their daughter Avice to Richard Morgan. Ceremony scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday January 21, 1939 in West Hartford Connecticut USA.
Mrs Louisa Mitchard marked her 90th birthday on Monday February 13 at her daughter Mrs Arthur Mantel's home. Family gathered to celebrate and wish her well as she spends the evening with relatives.
The Adult Bible Class of the N. S. United Church held a Valentine Party at Frazer Hall on Tuesday night. The event was well attended and enjoyed by all. Proceeds totaled $3235.
Mild weather on Wednesday and Thursday with rain reduced snow. Since then high westerly winds brought cold and triggered an ice breakup along affected areas.
Sergi Martin was taken to the hospital for treatment one day last week.
Mr and Mrs John Sansome lose all possessions when their house at Seal Cove now Hillgrade Fri day’s Bay burns Saturday night. They had left the interior and were at a relative’s home when flames overtook the structure. Household effects and supplies including items once owned by the late George Brown Lloyd are lost. The couple has two daughters Daisy and Jean and relation to Mr M G Martin at St Marie.
The government plans an experiment to aid deep sea fishing by loaning up to 60 percent of vessel purchase costs. Applicants must have offshore experience, be financially solid, and secure independent survey valuation. Loans repayable over six years at 4 percent interest with first mortgage to the government and full vessel insurance. Applications go to the Secretary Natural Resources. News of Pope Pius death prompts global sympathy as Rome prepares the pope’s body and Cardinal Pacelli assumes executive powers. Arab leader Husain in London distances his people from anti semitism and aims to guard national existence.
Daniel served on the High Roads Commission and as Director of Gov't Savings Bank, later senior Legislative Council member under Sir Robert Bond. Premier Chamberlain signals imminent recognition of Franco in Spain. Dr. Weizman speaks on Jewish rights in Palestine. Diamond obituary notes Levi Diamond 68 with Masonic ties.
Dr and Mrs J M Olds are due to arrive today. Dr Wad dell and a team went to Lewisporte to meet them on Thursday.
Mr. Harlan Rideout who built Capt. Bulgia's house at the Arm is likely to build a net loft for Capt. Saul White and one for Capt. David White.
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