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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1947
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun announces the paper's 1947 publication details from Twillingate Newfoundland dated June 7 1947. It notes notes of thanks memoriam and announcements for 25 cents per 1 inch and dependence on Wednesday noon deadlines.
The people of Twillingate take a step forward in educational progress by seeking adequate facilities and improved school buildings to help youth pursue studies. The piece stresses that facilities alone do not ensure better outcomes, urging adults to model cooperative behavior and practical support for education to prevent future citizens from failing along the way.
The piece promotes Save the Forest Week across the nation, urging people to value forests and avoid wanton destruction. It notes forests beautify the countryside and, with proper care, can yield substantial economic value. It laments careless actions by those harming forests.
Citizens urge instituting Arbor Week or Arbor Day to repair damage from past carelessness. They call for reforestation of forests and replacing lost fertility and habitats through ongoing seasonal efforts.
Dear Sir. A letter complains about funds donated by Cottles Island residents for John Gidge of Fairbank after his house burned. The writer alleges money collected over a year ago by Frank Philpott has not reached the recipient and labels the situation a crooked business.
Labour to nominate a representative for the commission on the high cost of living in Newfoundland. Henry Smith, Ruskin College vice principal, to chair. Enquiry to begin late July evaluates profit margins and aims to advise methods to reduce living costs for workers.
A Newfoundland Convention delegation leaves by rail on June 19 and is expected to arrive around June 23 for the Ottawa conference opening June 25. Members include Gordon F. Higging KC T G W Ashbourne Lester L Barry Charis H Bailam Joseph R Smiellewood and RvB Job, with another convention official accompanying. Strong entities: Newfoundland Convention, Ottawa, June dates, named delegates.
Personal notes record staff movements and visits across towns. Jobo Pitt leaves for Fogo to relieve, Dr and Mrs Hastings plan US residence via Gander, Miss Gwen Cook heads to St John s, while others journey to Grand Falls Corner Brook and Gander Bay.
A reflective poem questions the worth of jostling a brother and mocking others as humanity suffers. It pleads for pity and pardon for strife, contrasting human cruelty with nature’s peace and the need to help the fallen rather than mock them. The speaker laments time’s brevity and our tumble toward dust.
Miss Olive Greenham married Warren Roberts Tuesday evening at the United Church Manse in a ceremony conducted by Rev. W. R. Butler. The couple will reside locally.
Reports from the Labrador coast say ice continues to block sections of the shoreline. SS Kyle, on her first trip of the season, was compelled to turn back at Snug Harbour due to the field conditions.
In a wartime style warning Prime Minister Attlee urged vigilance against fire hazards. The statement highlighted the need for caution and protective measures as dangers rise with continued operations and public activities.
Discharges list includes Claude Wheaton Fredericton and Mrs Anderson Sceviour plus baby, with many names from Carmanville Twillingate Leading Tickles and other Newfoundland towns. Birth notices record daughters and sons for several couples in Campbellton Twillingate and Virgin Arm. Operations section lists a wide range of patients undergoing procedures across multiple communities.
The Saluion fishery reports a mixed week with several fair catches and some cod appearances. A number of fishermen secured a few fish during the past few days.
Cardinal Newman once defined a gentleman as one who never inflicts pain. The piece argues for universal gentleness across classes and outlines traits: speaking truth to faces, avoiding baseless accusations, valuing facts, fair speech and action, self control, and consideration of the weak yet courage before strength.
Summary of receipts and contributions for New Central School with a list of donors including Mrs. Sidney Boyde Herring Neck Isaac Young Bennett Churchill Mrs Eleanor Roberts Wallace Young Sidney Boyde Albert Young Arthur Hall James Hall and others. Nett proceeds amount to 2343 38 with final total 1887 45 as of June 4th 47.
A truck ran off the road near Tilton and plunged over an embankment killing Fisheries Inspector Sears who had been handling fishery matters in the area. The other occupants were not seriously injured and the truck reportedly carried sacks of fish.
Listed church times for Ist Sunday after Trinity include St Peter's 11 a.m. Matins and 2 30 p.m. Sunday School with Evensong at 7 p.m. St Andrew's offers Evensong at 3 p.m and Sunday School at 2 30 p.m. United Church on South Side has Lay Reader at 11 a.m. and Bible Class at 2 30 p.m. North Side Myam and Crow Head schedules show Lay Reader and Sunday School times. details vary by locale.
The Salvation Army lists services for the day including a 1 a.m. holiness meeting 2 p.m. Sunday School and Bible Class 3 p.m. praise meeting and 7 p.m. salvation meeting. Services conducted by the Corps Officers with a cordial invitation to all. Mayor and Mrs. Tuomesoy noted.
Pastor and Mrs C F Rowsell host morning devotion at 10 30 a.m. Sunday School at 3 p.m. prayer at 6 30 p.m. evangelistic service at 7 p.m. for the parishioners and local community.
Shipping news lists vessels cleared for the Belle Isle codfishery with captains James Philpott Harold S M Doris John White and others outfitted by Ashbournes Ltd and partners including G J Carter and Earle and Sons. The entries name Stanley Smith Shirley C Cecil Butler Dorman Pats ons and others sailing for Labrador and Herring Neck.
A mass meeting at the Majestic Theatre gathered twenty four unions in solidarity with the carpenters. The gathering condemned the cost of living and sent a resolution to the Government demanding immediate remedy of the crisis.
May revenue figures show a total intake of 4 809 009 OOO with expenditures accounting for the same period. Notes indicate a balance or deficit could influence upcoming financial planning and reporting.
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