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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jan 14, 1939
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun from January 14 1939 notes a weekly publication schedule for the North Coast paper based in Twillingate Newfoundland with policy on letters notes memorials and promptly handling submissions and opinions.
A Newfoundland City urges fair public consideration of the Bowater Agreement and Reid-Gander deal. The Board of Trade votes 37 to 13 against perceived government overreach, warning against exploiting public opinion and urging open, accountable process before protests or commendations from outport papers.
The article discusses ongoing disputes among sharemen in the floater fishing craft sector. It criticizes supplier practices that deny abatement on motor boats and take full cod value, hindering independence. It suggests Garvin Cooperative plans for Theda Islands to improve employment and financial fairness, noting widespread payment barriers and exploitation by some planters and suppliers.
At Little Harbour United Church on Sunday January 8 a memorial service was held for Robert and Ronald Hopkins of Kettle Cove who died in a tragic incident last December. Despite efforts, the bodies remain unrecovered as weather prevented recovery. Pastor Rev T J Pitt led the service with organist Mrs E Dove presiding. The sermon cited II Samuel 1 In their death they were not divided and urged youth to devote mornings to Jesus the Church and others. A portion of the Burial Service was read.
Mr W B Temple escorted his mother's remains from St John's and traveled by Ashbourne’s boat from Lewisporte on Tuesday morning. John Manuel headed to the train and back. Miss Marion Minty left Relog for the City to seek an appointment as Superintendent at the U C Orphanage after years with G J Carter Ltd as accountant.
Amid a government split over China policy, the Japanese Prime Minister has resigned from the Cabinet, signaling a major shift in leadership as factions realign and policy direction faces scrutiny.
The government passed an Act in 1936 regarding foods and drugs to inform readers why the measure was enacted and its aims. The wording remains unclear to many readers, and the article seeks to explain the purpose and scope of the Act, including its intended protection against cancer-related risks.
The passage notes President Roosevelt's role in shaping foreign policy and hints at Congress considering plans for 1937 38. It references debates over sanction and the potential weakening of policy, reflecting tensions between the executive and legislative branches.
Fire destroyed two houses near James Fowler’s residence on Bell Island and damaged a third, as heavy seas and undertow affected St John’s. Ships moored at various wharves broke loose. Fighting along the Czech Hungary border continued with clashes and mutual investigations. A 21 year old man, Victor Churchill, was found dead near Protestant Town. In other notes, ships, officials, and weather impacts were reported.
Mr Fabian O D ea a former student of St Bonaventure Memorial Colleges St John s and now at Toronto University has been chosen as the Newfoundland Rhodes Scholar for 1939 He is the son of Hon J W and Mrs O D ea of St John s. The rest of the text notes European diplomatic tensions and broadcasts in Newfoundland with dates and figures.
Guides welcome the New Year with a surprised visit from Guide Association ladies. Gene Wellman wins prize for best attendance. Mrs Wood wins a passing package game amid a generous tea spread and jubilant cheers.
A description of a social gathering where guests enjoyed ample food, a dainty handkerchief and lollypop for each, and a communal farewell with three cheers and a song. The crowd reportedly noted a member stealing a belt amid the feast.
The report details multiple vessels and cargo movements around Moreton's Hattiout Botwood and St John s including S Sagona loading hundreds of fish packages from Osmond Brothers and the Clyde finishing season at Herring Neck. Other ships G J Carter Ltd Bessia Marie Grace Boehner Gladys Mosher and Geraldine Mary are listed with arrivals departures and cargoes and local boat movements are noted with emphasis on timing and seas.
By Clyde to St Johns went Messie S Loveridge Isaac Young J Gillett H Wood and Miss Barker.
Rev. S. G. Spurrell arrived in town from Herring Neck on Friday week, visiting local churches and meeting residents during the stay.
Eliza Rice widow of William Rice of Little Harbour died at her daughter’s home on Tuesday at age 72. She leaves sons Joshua in Buchans and Samuel in the U S and three daughters Mrs Stephen Cooper Southside Mrs George Fudge and Mrs Martin Stuckless, plus grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral was at Little Harbour with Rev T J Pitt officiating. Separately Hettie Jenkins wife of Allan Jenkins formerly of this town died in Toronto of cancer at 42. She leaves three sisters and two brothers. Burial in Toronto following services.
Hannah Elizabeth Temple nee Vincent, widow of Canon Robert Temple, died after a several weeks illness. A Norfolk native who came to Newfoundland as a bride, she served twenty eight years in the Twillingate and White Bay missions, led the C E W A first president, and helped the Dorcas Society while surviving four children and other relatives. Funeral at St. Peter's on Tuesday.
A calendar illustration from a Canadian insurer appears to show Cabot's landfall in Newfoundland but is actually a scene of John Cabot and his son landing at Cape Breton. The description omits Matthew touching land in Newfoundland and misstates the known history, prompting Telegram commentary on artistic license.
The letter argues no definitive record places Nd. as Cabot's first landing. It calls for inquiry by London Home authorities to settle disputed history and conflicting narratives circulated by journalists after discussion of Mary March. It suggests verification could clarify longstanding questions about Yoho Cabot and Cape Breton.
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