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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Jun 25, 1949
Page
2
A writer recalls attempting to build an igloo in Churchill Manitoba after an Arctic indoctrination course. Despite struggles with heavy blocks and a left handed spiral told by Sgt Tom Fenton, the narrator and companion sleep in a heated hut and reflect on faith guiding youth toward Christian purpose and service.
A boy vanishes from a church setting while elders discuss revitalizing spiritual life and fundraising. No one notices or searches, highlighting how teens slip away from Sunday school unnoticed and questioning church care for youth. His disappearance remains largely ignored.
Merchants in Washington DC secured a $200,000 policy with Lloyds of London to hedge against the possibility that President Truman might not proceed with the scheduled inauguration.
Voters are warned to leave weapons at home on election day under the Dominions Elections Act. Penalties include two years in penitentiary or a $200 fine, or both, for possessing firearms or offensive weapons within half a mile of a polling booth. Strangers with weapons must stay a mile away. The act aims to ensure orderly, fair, and secret elections free from coercion.
The piece describes prohibitions under the elections act including displaying party emblems near polling places, selling alcohol on election day, disturbing voters, bribery, false pretences to obtain ballots, and heckling to halt business. It notes penalties include jury trials and possible imprisonment, but emphasizes the broad scope and practical rarity of prosecutions.
In 1946 a French fishing vessel Bassileur, captured by Vichy France, wrecked near Portugal Cove. Alberto Wareham Ltd funded salvage by John Pomeroy who towed the engine from 22 feet of water using a 20 ton schooner and a farmer’s scythe. Three years later the engine was cleaned and reassembled in St. John’s, marking a dramatic recovery in a long salvage tale.
In Marystown P B Alberto Wareham Ltd builds a 160 ton banker for a new project. The vessel will house a 240 h p engine salvaged by John Promery from waters of Portu gal Cove.
The piece argues Newfoundland's cabinet is larger than needed under Confederation and that many ministerial tasks have shifted to permanent civil service. It questions the necessity of separate ministers for Home Affairs and Education and suggests reassigning portfolios like Supply and Welfare to streamline government while ensuring officials retain authority.
The remark questions the Liberal Government in Canada over a proposed federal salary for the Judge of the Central District Court. It suggests the approach to withdraw the bill as a poor start for the new regime and frames the protest as a critique of early governance.
Rastus jokes about a pane of glaze nine by eleven. The clerk replies with a pun about slipping it in sideways. Rastus considers the suggestion seriously and contemplates trying the plan.
A motorist asks directions to Widdlecombe but finds two old men blocking the path. They join forces to guide him back as he reluctantly reverses his car along a narrow road. The scene ends with a humorous exchange and unsure navigation.
A London suburb spinster complained about rude language from two telegraph repair workers near her home. Foreman Henry Fairweather recounted that Bill Fairweather was burned when a hot lead slid down his neck after Henry dropped it from a telephone pole.
A wry remark defines a banker as someone who will lend money only if the borrower can prove they do not need it. The quip satirizes finance and dependency on credit.
A light moment in the market lifts spirits despite ongoing groans over prices. Vendors note laughter eases trading but currency pressures and shortages keep buyers wary. A light-hearted exchange signals resilience as routine offers contrast with buyers’ caution.
Fragmentary lines recount a meeting in a restaurant between Rosseo and Juliet. They discuss debt related to Romeo and a disputed payment, with unclear speakers and context. The text reads like a jokey or stylized medieval quotation.
A humorous adage defines a friend as someone who snows you yet remains fond of you. The quotation playfully contrasts deceit with affection, highlighting loyalty despite mischief.
A humorous note in the paper observes a man fluent in six languages marrying a woman who speaks three. The remark adds a light jest about language skills serving as a playful handicap in the union.
A hunter displays his trophies to visitors and explains how he acquired them. He proudly points to an elephant and claims he shot it in his pajamas, prompting a surprised reaction from a young woman who asks how the animals were obtained.
A witty exchange features a professor noting his wife gave twins and humorously questions which is girl and which is bay. The line plays on mistaken gender and animal phrasing in a lighthearted street chat.
He finds his young wife crying about the cake from mother's recipe eaten by the cat. He consoles her and mentions knowing someone who will give them a kitten.
Zealous museum managers in Japan place large orders for wild animals to replace those killed or dispersed during the war. Officials fear bombing raids may have released animals into urban areas.
A fragmented article fragment hints at a record setting landmark or sculpture attracting attention at a central location. The piece notes interest from officials and the public, with unspecified dates and participants. Further readable details are limited.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions injecting dyes and Browning colt. No clear event, people, or organization identified. Unable to determine full item.
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