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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jan 29, 1949
Page
3
Poem by Faelian Wallit about a father who wore a black souwester, defying storms and cold. The narrator recalls sea winds, boats in the harbor, and the father's steady return home with the familiar hat. The piece evokes memory, home by the shore, and a son’s enduring image of resilience.
Old harps and hoods remain unsold from last year’s catch. Seals Sealers anticipate market conditions may improve before this spring’s catch is shipped and hope prices will match or exceed last year’s.
Charlottetown Prince Edward Island banned the sale and manufacture of margarine under the Dairy Industry Act of 1937 pending Supreme Court ruling on its validity. Premier J Walter Jones noted the act applies to butter substitutes until a decision. The move makes PEI the first province to regulate butter substitutes locally.
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled 5-2 that the ban on manufacturing and selling margarine substitutes is invalid while import prohibition remains. Canadian producers may make and sell oleo margarine and substitutes, and consumers may buy them, but imports from abroad are blocked.
The baptism of Prince Charles of Edinburgh took place in the White and Gold Music Room at Buckingham Palace. The infant was named Charles Philip Arthur George and baptized by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Attending were Their Majesties, the royal family, and close friends. a photo shows the baby in the royal christening robe.
Kevin Osmond a Fisheries Board representative departs Lisbon for London to record commentary for a Newfoundland fishing industry film. The Greenpark Film Unit produced the film last year and Osmond will be away only a couple of days.
Sealers expect a reduced price for the spring catch as seal oil markets run about 25 percent lower than last year. Last year payments per quintal ranged with Young Hoods at $3200.
Royal proclamation orders removal of the words Emperor of India from coin inscriptions. New cupro nickel, nickel, brass and bronze coins and Maundy money will omit the title. Designer T B Paget created the king’s effigy. the coins are expected soon.
The Buchans Mining Co and Buchans Social and Athletic Club complete a natural ice arena in an enlarged building with grandstands and walkways for about 2 500 spectators. Dressing rooms and facilities added. The club plans a five or six team league and junior teams, with a mid January opening hosting Grand Falls and inviting teams from Corner Brook Gander Betaland St John s and others. aviation links to be used for quick travel.
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