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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jul 10, 1943
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun notes editions published from the North Side office with Roberts as editor and proprietor. It lists that notes of thanks memorial notes and announcements cost 25 cents each and reserves the right to limit late submissions and disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions.
The report recaps major WWII actions: Soviet forces claim heavy German losses in Kursk, with advances around Novorossiysk and Kerch Straits toward Sevastopol. The Pacific sees landings on New Georgia and Munda, while Sicily and Sicily’s targets are heavily raided. Allied submarines and air campaigns dominate, with invasion plans and troop movements in North Africa and the Balkans noted.
The text notes good weather since July with smooth seas and local showers followed by sun. Seeds thought to perish show shoots and gain despite late season. Wells are refilling and trees are thriving across the area.
The Justice department plans a lively summer in the city and prepares for action. They requisitioned Const. H. Rose and leave local police on the honour system, aiming to protect the capital at all costs per the Advocate.
Ranger Fitzpatrick took two Canadian soldiers from this location on Friday week. The men had deserted and were being escorted away by Sekt Blshog for the Arm.
Isabelle Manuel and Sergt Major Grenfell Richard Cribb RCAF were married by Rev Dr Barr at St Anrews Presbyterian Church. The bride wore pale blue crepe with carnations. bridesmaids and threefold chain of attendants followed. A reception at 17 Leslie Street preceded their honeymoon from Spruce Brook.
Capt. E. W. Roberts brought a timber cargo into port on Friday week and prepared for a test run on south Wednesday morning after Mr. Martin Young serviced the schooner engine.
News of Willis Clarke's death in Boston reached his mother Mrs Lydia Clarke on Wednesday. He was the brother of Mrs John Dove. Death followed two operations on his head.
The trap fishery shows uneven results with caplia and jiggers aiding boats. The fresh fish plant is operating, allowing earlier catching and storage despite looming congestion. Caplia abundance is noted locally and at Change Islands.
Last week three fires in forests near Grand Falla raged as Patrolmen fought them. Two were extinguished by weekend end and the third was reported under control by Radb.
In loving memory of a dear mother Mrs John Cooper who passed away July 2 1942. We watched you night and day until at last you passed away. A year later I still miss you. Inserted by her daughter Mrs Anthony Price Millertown.
A British worker claims rheumatic pain and fatigue hindered his duties managing two large boilers. After three weeks on Kruschen Salts he reports better sleep and renewed energy, saying the treatment clears poisons from the bloodstream to improve work performance.
Personal Rev H J McKay preached on two Sundays then left for Botwood. Various locals visit relatives in King's Point Fogo Bathwood Grand Falls and Corner Brook. J A B Clarke R N returns from leave after Navy service. Misses Howse and Keith House visit St John’s relatives. others on business and holidays around town.
A long fragment lists numerous individuals and amounts for subscriptions to lodge and community causes, with totals including 37.80 and 188.80 and final notes of 125.00. It ends with “To be continued.”
Confed era notice notes Miss Fann e Blandford turning ninety on June 23. Her sister Miss Bessie Blandford, also advanced in years, remains able to help with home duties. They are daughters of the late J. B. and Mrs. Blandford, father once a magistrate.
Mr James R Priomer of Barr'd Island was struck by a truck at Notre Dame Junction on Tuesday week and died a few hours later. Mrs Gascoigne Shave of Fogo is noted as a daughter. Primmer has been living on the North Side of Fogo Harbour, though the wording is unclear.
Reports from July describe Allied advances in the Salamaua New Guinea front and Nassau Bay in the Pacific as Jop planes suffer losses. British commandos raid Crete airfields while Sicily endures near continual Allied bombing and German defenses falter.
BBC dispatch reports heavy air bombing of Western Germany last night with eight aircraft missing. Cologne cited as chief target while Russian front actions in the north of the Kuric lines say gains were made as ground was recovered.
Reports describe German advances near Bielgorod with heavy tank losses for the enemy and renewed fighting on the southern Kursk salient. In the Pacific, Japanese forces face pressure at Munda on New Georgia while American bombing raids strike Sicily and southern Italy. French war leaders in Washington discuss fleet matters with Roosevelt and Marseille officials.
Night operators Cyril White and J. McGrath from Tilting will maintain continuous service at the Telegraph Office this week. The night shift will cover RyC A and F lines, while Paul Moores is ordered to work all day on Sundays as well.
Thomas Ross Ackerman manager of the N F D Transport Co Botwood appeared before Magistrate Hollett at Grand Falls on four charges of false pretences in share sales. Crown counsel H P Carter. Enquiry held. committed for trial in Supreme Court. Bail set at 200000. District Inspector Cahill returned after three weeks. Telegram, 2nd.
Confederation Life acknowledges receipt of the Journal of The West Coast Association volume one issue one. The issue spans more than fifty pages and covers topics on agriculture trade and commerce among others.
Cyril Clayton Butt of Freshwater Conception Bay wed Netta A L Sansome of Hillgrade on July 8 at United Church Paraonave in a ceremony officiated by Rev T J Pitt.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as quick relief for indigestion and sour stomach. It claims the remedy costs 60 cents per package and helps digestion, promising safer, easier relief and renewed appetite for meals.
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