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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jan 06, 1945
Page
4
Twillingate Sua published from the North Side office on Saturdays 1945 notes thanking and memorials priced at 25 cents per inch. Editor S Roberts announces no guarantee for late submissions and disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions. Twillingate Jan 6 1945.
The New Year message looks to 1945 as a time for Allied victory and renewed progress. It notes Europe battles nearing closure, calls Hitler’s regime a threat, and urges unity on the Home Front to sustain financial and healthful gains and pave the way to peace and prosperity.
The report claims Adolf Hitler spoke in a broadcast or recording about the war, declaring victory within six months. It notes a new West offensive aimed at slowing the Allied winter push and references Eisenhower’s warning of a December German drive.
Ash bournes Ltd and partners including A Manuel and A Butcher have been moving freights from Lewisporte to the local area for four or five days, highlighting ongoing transport activity.
News arrives that Captain William Gillett lost the steamer he operated for years near Port au Port. No details yet. the attack or loss is reported with the crew reported safe.
Lord Ammon outlines a phased long term program for Newfoundland stressing a four man cabinet with the chairman, warning the colony is not ripe for responsible government. The plan covers health, education, housing, fisheries, agriculture, natural resources, transport, finance, military bases, and Labrador development with emphasis on local self government and British expert support.
Allied reports describe Rundstedt halted in Belgium and the Meuse sector as American and British units regain towns east of Bastogne. Air raids cripple German armor while Russians push toward Budapest and Pacific actions advance with Mindoro landing and British Navy support under Nimitz and Fraser. Churchill and Eden visit Athens on Christmas Day to seek a settlement in Greece.
Churchill dodges sniper fire outside the British Embassy as British troops free a large part of Athens and a new government representing all factions forms. Guerilla fighting continues while American spearheads push west. Montgomery and Bradley take command roles in northern and southern areas. The Soviet Union backs the Lublin Committee as Poland's government.
Mrs Sparkes and Eva went to Bonavista last week while Doyle Sharpe Hayward Ridout and F H Manuel with others returned from the Interior. Miss Alison Loveridge resumes studies at Grand Falls and Mrs Eleanor Roberts travels to Corner Brook.
Magistrate Abbott traveled to More ton's Hour on Wednesday for official duties and returned aboard the Mies Twillingate.
Bodies of the ill fated Mollie crew were landed on Sunday. Otto Hicks was buried at Muse graveyard and five others including Captain Chanik aged 26 single were laid to rest at Carmanville. Funeral services were held on arrival, with additional services at Old Perlican beaches before bodies placed aboard ship. The country mourns with grieving families as Rev. S Baggs informs Miss Hazel Chaulk of her brother Captain Ross Chaulk’s loss.
The week brings a calm sunny spell after a Christmas storm with snow on hills. Moderate southwest winds, clear streets, and brisk shopping continue as boats travel to Green Bay and the White Bay Peninsula. Captains Elliott Wheeler Snow finish season runs.
James Avstey of the R.A.F. has completed all his operational flights as air gunner and is promoted to Air Field Controller sergeant in Group No.1. He has served about two years as an air gunner and has navigational experience flying over enemy territory.
A flight mechanic chronicled months of sciatica and lumbago despite injections. He found relief after using Kruschen Salts daily, claiming it cleared pain by removing impurities in the blood. He urges others to start the tiny daily dose for ongoing fitness.
Expressions of gratitude are offered to numerous individuals and groups who sent fruit candy baskets and other items to patients at N. D. M. Hospital during the Christmas season. Special thanks go to the Girl Guides for decorations and candy bag filling.
Mr. Joby Hull of the South Side fell and broke his hip. Doctors cannot do anything for him on account of his age.
Mr and Mrs A J Cuff of Buchans extend wishes for a prosperous New Year to their many friends in Twillingate.
Overland Mail couriers went out on Wednesday morning and returned next day with 20 bags of mail. Last week Maotel s boat under Mr Cecil Simms made a quick mail run to Lewisporte in harsh weather and landed 40 bags early next morning. Mr Wm Dally resumes as courier for the season.
Died on December 29 at South Side Mrs Patience Elliott aged 82. Funeral by Major Keeler at Salvation Army. Also Mrs Theodore White at Ragged Point with funeral New Year’s Day at Rink Road LC Cemetery, service at home Wednesday. Mrs Lewis Young and Mrs Clarence Payne nee Filpie Young, aged 35 with three children mourned. Funeral yesterday by Rev J Goodland at St Andrews.
Ashley Roberts of Wild Cove Twillingate thanks supporters who helped after a home fire last year. A partial list of subscribers includes Bennett Burton and E J Linfield with varied contributions, with more to come.
On Deg 28th last week the Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Rev J Goodland with Magistrate Abbott met Seaman Pierce Gillard R N at the magistrate's office. Money presented by the INP A and WPA accompanied well wishes for a Royal Navy sailor on leave. Gillard departed again aboard the SS Glencoe.
Readers are informed that some material provided will stand over to be published in the next issue. Editors note the delay affects content scheduling and layout plans.
Last week in Battle Harbour fishermen claimed they landed 600 seals in a dramatic haul. The report highlights a major catch by local crews and notes the scale of the harvest for the season.
Mrs Chaulk of Carmanville thanks residents of Old Perlican and Grate's Cove for assistance after the loss of Mr Cole and wife who left Change Islands for Carmanville. Over 190 dollars was collected. A subscriptions list sent by Rev. R. O. Davies will be published next week.
Messrs. Fred Parsons and Wm. Lewis ran through Rose's Tickle and landed on Burnt Island. Their boat capsized when a sea broke up after a calm spell, leaving them exposed until Parsons was later taken to hospital for a check-up.
Mr. Harry Hicks announced on Wednesday the death of his uncle William Hicks, who died on Saturday in Corner Brook.
James Strong is set to land directly for firms from St John, signaling a fresh arrival plan. This concise update notes the transfer path and destination without additional details.
A heartfelt memorial notes one year since Fanny Blandford's passing. The writer recalls helping prepare her for bed, easing her feet, and expresses enduring love and faith, wishing her peace with the Lord.
Notice states a ram astray at the Arm is in the care of Mr. Harry Hicks. To recover, apply to him and pay the cost of the ad.
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