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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jul 27, 1940
Page
2
In a smoky flat Mara lies missing after crooks attack her and jewel merchant Gregory Thorne. Barney Rhodes suspects a kidnapping over an emerald, with Inspector Lew Crane handling the Scotland Yard inquiry as the case tightens.
A fragmentary exchange hints at a green emerald known as the Green Elephant and a sale by a man forced to part with it. Characters Thorne and Barney discuss safety and the unusual nickname of the gem amid speculation about Change.
A narrator planning a crime book asks for a jewel thief named Swayne. Barney obtains two possible addresses, finds the first tenantless, and approaches a secluded Hampstead house behind silver birches. Darkness and a lingering smell of cooking suggest unseen events to come.
A reader praises Kruschen Salta after years of back pain and fatigue. She credits the daily dose with restoring kidney function, cleansing the blood, and delivering lasting relief from dragging backache.
A door greeting turns comic as a collector announces he is at the door. Mrs Nubride reacts with mock enthusiasm inviting him to come in and take as many as he can carry, turning the moment into a joke about generosity and abundance.
The piece recalls Newfoundland wartime care of servicemen 1914 18, detailing the Newfoundland Patriotic Association’s funding, the Royal Navy Reserve service, and government role. It notes the British Army pay for Royal Heavy Artillery posted in Newfoundland and the hardships faced by families relying on modest allotments.
The Newfoundland Patriotic Association was formed with Hon. W. S. Monroe as chairman. Subscriptions poured in but fell short of the $100,000 needed to fund overseas relief and rehabilitation for veterans. Grand Falls Buchans and Botwood established Home Front groups to support central funds, with most communities contributing men and funds to assist in creating local centres and subscription drives.
Vera Jones of Lewisporte passes away at age 12 after a long illness. Surrounded by her parents John and Mrs. Jones and siblings Beth, Marion, and Harvey. Funeral held at United Church with hymns and Sunday School wreaths from local schools. Doctors and nurses praised for care at Twillingate Hospital.
Mrs George Quinlan died at 11 30 am Monday July 8 in her thirty fourth year after two plus years of tuberculosis. Known for kindness and cheer she maintained hope through illness. Interment was held Wednesday July 10 at United Cemetery, with family noting her peaceful passing and faith.
In the absence of the minister, Mr. Hubert Harnett of Comfort Cove conducted the burial at Birchy Bay cemetery. Left to mourn are a husband, four children, a mother Mrs. Eliza Broderick of Red Bay Labrador, a sister Mrs. Max Dyke Corner Brook, a brother William serving overseas, a step-sister Mrs. James Canning Red Bay, and a step-brother James Bonne Bay. Sincere sympathy extended.
A pamphlet from Associated Bible Students invites readers to request The Coming World Dictator, arguing that current global chaos signals a prophetic time of trouble followed by a future dawn of peace and liberty. Send name and address to P O Box 809 St John’s.
Ruth asks when Arthur will propose after six months together. Elaie replies to wait six more months, noting he did not propose to me for nearly four years.
In a classroom scene a pupil asks for a sentence using the word lin and a boy quips about a tyrant. The teacher responds with a controversial line, drawing attention to authority and discipline in a tense moment. The excerpt reflects a tense exchange over language and control within a learning setting.
A quotation notes courage as essential to high character, reflecting a moral standard upheld by all sides. It emphasizes steadfast virtue and integrity as core personal qualities guiding behavior.
Ely England June 24 The Bishop of Ely Dr B O F Heywood denounces social labels of upper and lower classes. He calls for abandoning artificial distinctions and valuing people by character over cash. He cites miners risking lives for the nation to question who belongs to the upper or lower class and why.
A compact collection of quotes on error and correction from figures such as Abraham Lincoln Mary Baker Eddy Coleridge and Pope. The passages discuss admitting mistakes learning from them and the value of perseverance in virtuous improvement.
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