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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Feb 25, 1939
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun notes department from Twillingate Newfoundland dated February 25, 1939. It indicates letters long submissions may be limited by Wednesday noon and notes charges for notices and announcements. It disclaims responsibility for correspondent opinions.
The Commissioner of Natural Resources R B Ewbank announced from the Nild Hotel in St Johns that a conservation scheme replaces worry of forest depletion. Turner reports on a three mile limit survey, noting eight million cords of soft wood on Crown land and young stands. Annual consumption caps include 160 000 cords on Crown lands and 62 000 for fuel, 50 000 for saw mills, and 40 000 for fisheries and shipbuilding. A new Logging Act protects loggers and requires traditional tools.
Adjutant Rideout expresses heartfelt thanks to the DJs, nurses, and people of Twillingate for support during a trying period. He praises Dr Wood and Dr Hardy, Mrs Hardy and the nursing staff, and acknowledges blood donors Mr. B. Jr Butt and Mr. Wilbur Greenham. Mrs Rideout recovering slowly. gratitude to medical science and community.
A reflective piece arguing for Christian cooperative economics in Newfoundland. It traces the cooperative movement from Rochdale 1844, notes global growth and present reach, and contrasts profit driven systems with service based, democratic cooperatives. It urges applying study to action to build a fair economic order serving all, not machines. It cites James Russell Lowell and calls for using resources for the greatest good.
A letter reflects on living conditions in Fogo and the labour situation. The writer cites discussions with fishermen and laborers about fair wages and the need for organized labour, noting a small Union presence and fears that deter cooperation. He questions what suppresses collective action and whether fear, debt, or job security keep workers from joining a union.
A fragment discusses community doubt toward workplace cooperation. It notes a prior committee from several groups dealing with a tense situation, yet progress is unclear. The author argues distrust of fellow men and business leaders impedes cooperative efforts and urges eradicating lies and hatred to clear the soil for eventual progress.
Dr John M and Mrs Olds return to Twillingate after a three months vacation in the United States. During the trip Dr Olds spent time in Johns Hopkins University hospitals and medical schools in Baltimore Maryland and Duke University in North Carolina.
A CEWA social on Monday February 20 drew a good number of attendees despite rain. Rev Goodland opened the evening with remarks urging participation in games and dancing. Master of ceremonies was Mr Frederick White with Mr Frank Anstey directing music. A monologue by Mr Raymond Mayo delighted guests. A supper was served and ice cream sold, raising about 27 dollars for church expenses.
On February 18 Magistrate Abbott convicted a Western Head labourer of assault with intent to injure a supplier at Moreton's Harbour and fined $1500 or 20 days. A defamation charge was pleaded not guilty, postponed sine die, and later the case awarded $15 damages to the complainant.
Shareholders are summoned to meet at the company office on Monday March 6 at 8 p.m. to conduct annual business and discuss corporate matters.
Feb mild weather in St John’s causes early spring conditions with rivers breaking up and wheels returning. Reports from London Rome Madrid and Berlin note naval plans, Franco's Spain, and potential conferences. Ship news, royal visits, and trade talks fill the day with remarks from officials and upcoming events.
Miss Etta Campbell spoke at Marehall Hall Thursday night and at Frazer Hall last night in town events for the Young People's Work and W.M.5. She will address the United Church on Sunday with details in the church services column on the front page.
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