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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 18, 1950
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun presents local newspaper details from Twillingate Newfoundland with editor and proprietor B G Clarke. It outlines policy on notices and memoriam notes along with subscription rates for local Canada and the U S A.
The Fisheries Board plans two more 48 foot inspection ships raising its fleet from four to six. One vessel will operate from Fortune Bay and the Twillingate district in summer, then Trinity Bay in winter. Fishermen's Advocate criticizes the tender process, urging wider newspaper publication and equal opportunity for local boatbuilders to bid.
A maritime column notes most schooner crews over a hundred tons are unfamiliar with the vessel named the Tenders, suggesting few have heard of it before reading this note.
Opinion notes that promises of tax relief faded after Confederation with new levies and higher fees. The piece argues taxes are inevitable in a democratic state, tied to government spending, and reflects on who bears the burden based on voters and elected representatives.
A mid century reflection notes Model T proximity to Twillingate harbor, though not tied to the wharf. It highlights winter transport variety including cars, snowmobiles, planes, horse teams, and dogsleds, with the dog remaining essential in harsh conditions and forecasts a future shift away from dog teams.
A verse reflecting post election sentiment critiques corruption and tax shifts. It rails against Confederation and asserts promises of no taxes on the poor while the rich pay. The piece laments inflated tobacco prices and promises accountability for excess spending. It references confiscation and a promised bonus for workers.
A reader replies to last week's letter urging Twillingate to form a Town Council. The writer warns against forming a council solely to secure government money, insisting the purpose should be public service and civic duty. Pro bono publico.
A note of thanks from Hamlyn and family thanks all for sympathy and wreaths after illness and death. Newfoundland Ranger Force members Itin Hamlyn Sergi Mercer and Ranger Jarvis returned to detachment duties after a St John’s visit for RCMP induction preliminaries. RCMP to set temporary headquarters at Corner Brook as officers from west will be examined. Ralph Wylie traveled from Summerford by snowmobile then flew home.
A Telegram from the Chief Game Warden announces an open season on rabbits from February 15 to March 1 in the Chapel Island and Thwart Island areas. Gazetted February 14 regulations prohibit sale. Residents expect extensive rabbiting across New World Islands while mail delays delayed the official notice.
Mr Max Rideout of Campbellton narrowly escaped catastrophe when his snowmobile towing a trailer loaded with about 300 bags of mail slid through the ice in Lewisporte harbour. The trailer stayed afloat. some mail got wet but none was lost. Residents secured timbers to shore to prevent sinking. Weather remains extremely cold with no mild spell in sight. Additional notes mention air travel to Pacquet and La Poile, a postal health inspector candidate in St. John’s, a nurse’s trip to New York, and gratitude from Mrs. Samuel J. Blacker for rescue efforts during a recent disaster at Back Harbour.
Reports from both islands describe severe water shortages after a harsh winter. Many wells have run dry forcing residents to travel far for supply. Even the Hospital has restricted water access as conditions worsen and more wells fall.
The Department of Health arranged a program with Eastern Provincial Airways to provide a free airplane for urgent medical calls and patient transport to hospital. The service is offered at no cost to individuals who would otherwise be unable to access medical or surgical care, a need heightened by harsh winter conditions in the Bay area.
Mr Herbert Gilletteft traveled by snow mobile on Thursday to Lewisporte with passenger Mr Clarke of the Masonic Grand Lodge who visited to install newly elected officers of the local chapter. From Lewisporte he continued to Terra Nova for a brief visit to his sister Mrs Austin Baird.
A North Sider letter argues against forming a Town Council in Twillingate, citing taxes and governance concerns. The exchange questions citizen responsibility, mentions 150 summonses for nonpayment, and invites input from both sides in the editorials while noting open columns.
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