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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Mar 05, 1938
Page
4
Twillingate notices page explains classified Notes of Thanks memoriam announcements and related items posted from the North Side office. Submissions are 25 cents each with Wednesday noon cutoff for next issue. Opinions of correspondents are not the paper’s responsibility.
The News column argues fears are eased by government policy amid cabinet crisis. It notes Eden and Chamberlain clash over League Covenant and sanctions, seeks fresh international talks, and questions Italy's moves in Ethiopia and Spain while urging broader coalition action.
A reader letter to the Sun defends the Question Box and complains about overemphasis on nonessential matters. The writer voices support for the Gander scheme, Labour programs, EK M Brown on radio, and criticism of a past ship building plan, urging full backing for local efforts.
The writer argues the fishery scheme, though costly, could pay for itself by boosting production and reducing dole. He asserts gov funding for peaceful projects creates happiness and faith, contrasts with past waste, and urges not to criticize but to allow careful investment and hope for fishermen and communities.
Dear Sir the writer praises Mail Couriers S Russell Maxwell Dalley George Dalley and foreman William Dalley for delivering large weekly mails in all weather. He notes dog teams without harsh treatment and recalls past couriers Roll of Honour. He urges the public to show real appreciation and support for their efforts. S Loveridge
The article notes no confirmation of Noah Tulk’s death or relation to the late Benjamin Tulk in the papers received Wednesday. No mention of Noah’s death by dogs or other causes appears in the source materials.
A note of thanks from Tizzard's Harbour Newfoundland lists letters and cards received last week. It includes names such as Winston Locke Harry Gover A H Salter Doria French Mildred Manuel Mrs K Osmond Elmer D Taggart Rev Austin Rice Miss Annie Taggart David Taggart Wakefield Mass Clyde Farnell Sackville Miss Dorothy Forward Toronto F C Chalmers St John s James W Boyd Little Bay and a memorial note in the Wakefield The Herald for Mrs Sarah T Boyd who joined the church May 6 1894 and died January 29 1938. The son extends sympathy to Mr Robert Boyd and all families.
A resident of Brighton Bay thanks Dr Wood, Mrs Hodge, and others who cared for his wife during her illness. He also expresses gratitude to Mr George Bridger and his family for their ongoing kindness. The letter is dated February 21, 1938, and addressed to the Twillingate Sun.
Two elderly women, Mrs Linfield and Mrs Baird, were confined to bed but improving after early winter pneumonia. Mrs Linfield turned 88 on the 28th, Mrs Baird reached 91 on the 26th. Flags flew at Hodge Brothers in honor of the event.
Messrs Jiodge Brothers and Colbourne and Juther have organized men to store ice for the Spring salmon fishery. Blocks were sawed out at Kint's Pond and hauled by horse and dog teams in preparation.
Wood-hauling activity rose this week compared to prior weeks. The ice, though not in prime condition, remains passable along paths where substantial travel has occurred.
The article explains Shrove Tuesday as the festival preceding Lent and notes Shrovetide as the last days before Lent. It mentions Mardi Gras in New Orleans as a street pageant and notes Shrove Sunday on February 27th as the fiftieth day before Easter.
Forecasts cast March as mild then treacherous as a near gale looms, Tuesday offering partial relief with offshore breeze. Early month warmth fades as forecasts hint at a late breakup. References to Shrove Tuesday and winter traffic days appear, with mention of white bread and a Cinderella product.
Mr. B. H. Butt painted a decorative signboard placed above the Magistrate's Office doorway. It lists public hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2.30 to 5 p.m. indicating when the office is open to the public.
The Pan Cake Sodal Tuesday night at the Parish Hall drew a full crowd. The C. of EK. Women's Association received full compensation for their work and a tasty spread was served. Competitions and games provided additional enjoyment. Proceeds total $27.
Brighton residents report improving job prospects with employment at Twin Lakes and Roberts Arm. The letter notes a new school building plan, ongoing church services, and a soup supper plus Sunday School diplomas. Local deaths include Fanny Cave. various Fudge and Bridger family movements are listed along with travels to Roberts Arm and Twin Lakes.
Cinderella Flour promises bakers more loaves per bag and improved bread quality. The claim highlights greater yield and better texture, appealing to home bakers and commercial cooks seeking consistent results.
Hoar reports the East West sides clashed in St. John's. In the 254th meeting officials authorized a circuit court session at Corner Brook in early spring to save witness travel costs. Finance head to arrange coinage and consider cent piece redesign. Openings wages for seal catches set and Labrador notes extreme cold. Multiple international items summarize wartime politics, trade, and seaborne fishing.
The Church of England Board of Education arranges a free medical examination clinic for St Peter's High School scholars in Twillingate. Dr. J M Olds of N D B Memorial Hospital coordinates with clinic dates March 8 9 and 10. Teachers Harnett and Daines will lead groups. J Goontanp chairs the school board.
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