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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Mar 15, 1947
Page
3
A note of thanks expresses gratitude for help after the sudden death of a wife and mother. It lists wreaths, sprays, cards, letters, and messages from numerous family members and friends, naming many individuals and families who sent condolences.
John Avalon argues Newfoundland must shed lethargy and build a responsible government. The piece urges Labour movement and unions to organize, express political power, and defend past gains as the referendum and national convention approach. He notes no viable Confederation faction among Newfoundlanders and stresses immediate organizing.
Barbara daughter of Mr and Mrs Theophelus Sheppard died at Carmanville in her eighteenth year after a lengthy illness. She left a father, mother, two sisters Mrs Stewart Sheppard Stager and Ada at home, three brothers Bramwell Fred and Cecil, Memorial College St John’s, and many relatives. She was buried January 12 in United Church Cemetery following a funeral led by Rev Baker.
The unions and cooperatives of Newfoundland move toward creating a single powerful political party to advance progressive social aims. If Federation leaders resist, the trade unions may unite independently to pursue this objective under political necessity.
Manitoba registered seller offers a large sale of used and new coats and apparel with deep discounts. Men and women coats, fur items, suits, parkas, and accessories priced from 2 to 20 dollars. Postage paid, money orders preferred, satisfaction guaranteed.
A dated mall note reports the Wheeler Company complaining they ordered axle grease but received a letter from us claiming a shipment of love. The piece reflects office hour miscommunication and a request to fix the letter.
David C Doig of Fifeshire Scotland invites readers of Twillingate Sun to share views on Newfoundland life and countryside. He notes interest in stamps and asks locals or readers to respond about the land of lakes and its people.
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