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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 23, 1946
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun of February 23, 1946 lists publication details from TwillingateMd including editor and proprietor Roberts established 1888 notes of thanks memoriam notices and announcements with a 25 cent charge for a single indented line and a deadline of Wednesday noon for submissions.
In a farewell address Governor Walwyn urged the press to tell the truth as Newfoundland faced the 1930s political shifts. The piece notes Royal Commission inquiries, Alderdice Party plans, retrenchment efforts, and disputes over public blame for governance. It argues public memory and representation shaped by past electoral changes and press narratives.
A reflective column argues peace remains distant due to Potsdam Yalta and other accords. It criticizes Allied power struggles and rising tensions in Palestine, India, and imperial politics. The piece foresees continued unrest unless nations unite under a stronger UN framework and cautions about espionage and atomic fears.
Readers lament waste and incompetence in official circles and demand wiser legislation to end serfdom and misery. They question lack of publicity for government spending and civil service salaries, noting the annual Estimates reveal truth, but full revenue and expenditure details need space. A fuller report may follow.
A young man, long crippled by rheumatic pains, narrates his slow recovery after trying Kruschen Salts on advice from a fellow patient. He describes gradual relief over six months, later playing tennis again and walking long distances amid ongoing treatment.
The author argues that world peace cannot be secured by a new city of governance. A coming war would be scientists and soldiers fighting within ideas, not armies, risking fear and unrest. A decade peace may emerge, but racial prejudices and complex problems threaten lasting settlement.
A note of thanks from Mrs. Higar Warr and Sons mentions including the name of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Reid in a card of sympathy. It notes Allan Warr and the late Edgar Warr leaving two other sons, Carl R. Warr at home and Harold at Grand Falls.
Mr and Mrs Arthur J Brown of Cobb s Arm express heartfelt thanks to Dr Olds and hospital staff for kindness shown to their adopted son Gordon Bath. They also thank John Gillard and wife of Elijah Gillard s Cove for their 80 good deeds before admission.
Augustus White has purchased a 35 ton motor vessel from Change Islis and outfitting her at the Arm for the Sealishery. We hope the new captain will have good luck. Geo Roberts learned Saturday that his oldest son Albert died in Toronto.
Dr. Rowe travels to Fogo and will visit later. Dr. Wade Hastings returns from the United States and may assist at M. Hospital. Mr. George Ings bought the hospital supply house property and moved it to a nearby site to build a home for his family after jit was pulled on Wednesday.
Andrew Roberts arrived Friday night with a horse from Lewisporte to assist in transporting the Film Board representative Donald Manuel to multiple locations within his district.
One large Duo-Therm oil heater of the latest type, practically new, for sale. Apply to Guercy Churchill, South Side.
A plan to erect a new bridge for Battrick's Island residents at Back Harbour is proposed. Funding is pledged but likely insufficient for the island's former population needs. District allocations cover other projects and potential work includes digging Shoal Tickle and canal bridge repairs.
Grubs or cut worms dropped from the air over St Johns at Robinsons Hill a few days ago and were found active on the snow. Mr H A Butler witnessed and reported the event, noting it has occurred before at St Johns.
Mr. Lloyd Jones has been transferred to Gander for indefinite customs work. Sergt. F. Mercer acts pending appointment. Msc. Harry Ashbourne, Commander McGuire and Miss Betty Wiseman with Miss Margaret Randell traveled to the City. Major George Wheeler went to Herring Neck to conduct Divine Service. Mr. Walter Facey returned from St John’s on Wednesday.
A letter to the Evening Telegram from Mr W H Earle of Change Islands urges a Doctor's Memorial Scholarship to let local students qualify as doctors. The note discusses misaddressed mail and scarce doctors, noting five in the area and one for Fogo, with hope for more local graduates.
Rev Samuel Baggs has resigned as Pastor of the United Church and plans to return to Chancel next July. Invitations are being sent to clergy but no responses have been received to date. Ill health prevents Baggs from continuing a large circuit and meeting all duties with a two minister field.
The U C Board of Education plans a new school near Back Harbour to serve Wild Cove and nearby places. It also considers renovating Crow Head school. A new facility is needed to relieve congestion at St Peter's School.
Members of the N S U C W A plan an annual song service in the church on Tuesday night February 26 starting at 8 o clock. Music under the direction of Mrs Hleavor Roberts. Bring a friend. SacReTanr.
Dear Sir I advocate moving toward Confederation with Canada to avoid hardship and ensure fair taxation. We would gain bargaining strength and become a defensive link in North America, with Canada providing stability and a strong government backing. The Canadian system is fairer and benefits the poorer man by reducing unseen taxes and money shortages.
Admissions include Dorothy May, Harry Legge, Arm, Doris Penney, Seldom, Joe Wheaton, Fredericton, Hayward Warren, Herring Neck, Mrs. Claude Jenkins, Jenkins Cove, Mrs. Elmo Stockley, Lloyd Lambert, Twillingate, Mrs. Sidney Hynes Manuel's Cove, Mrs. Guy Aveleigh Comfort Cove, Mrs. Botsford Stuckless, Purcell's Hr. Discharges list Mrs. Garfield Jenkins, Mrs. F Brown and Baby, Arthur Burton Port Anson, Bessie Anthony, Mrs. Wm. Noel Twillingate, Hazel Gillett Arm, Mrs. Dorman Stockey Carter's Cove, Mrs. William Decker and Baby Campbellton. Births: to Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Hynes Manuel's Cove a son. Operations: Claude Burton Port Anson, Reg Watkins Arm, Erastus Evans Harry's Dr. Joe Wheaton Fredericton, Mrs. Patrick Hurley Twillingate, Clarence Ryan Round Harbour. Nurses' Aides needed. apply to Miss Stella Manuel R.N.
Ira Yates, with a background in backing and cooking in the amber woods and at Gander, seeks to start a bakery in Twillingale to fill a long felt want and serve the local community.
Disclosures show Japan launched about 9 000 bomb balloons against Canada and the United States with limited impact. US and UK actions dominate, Truman cancels Florida trip, and labor strikes ripple across the nation. U N seek to resolve Java questions meets opposition from US and Australia.
Very changeable winds this month hamper travel over the Runs and hinder attendance at public meetings. Snow storms have been more frequent this month, affecting mobility and schedule reliability.
Mr. Lewis Clarke received a note from his son Ranger E. G. Clarke at Naio Labrador saying he was well and that there is no fin on the coast.
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