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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Mar 23, 1946
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun established in 1880 publishes weekly from Twillingate Newfoundland with editor and proprietor Roberts. The paper disclaims responsibility for correspondents opinions and notes its Worth Side office location.
The piece discusses how high revenue stems from stopping leakages in departments and duties collection, not duty rates. It weighs the impact of public relief needs, rehabilitation costs for ex servicemen, and surplus use, with views on Commission versus Responsible Government and future political status amid global uncertainty. Major figures and organizations referenced include the Fishermen’s union and the Lumbermen’s Union and a British Government angle.
Residents at Lashes Bight and Beaumont participate in a vote that favors Commission Government by a clear majority. Confederation ranking second and Responsible third, indicating the leading preference among the available governance options.
Mr Renbsn Vardy is nominated as Representative for Trinity North to attend the National Convention. K M Brown will run in Bonavista South opposing Mulloney from Somerville. Nathan Winsor is chosen for Bonavista North with opponent S F Viscent. J Miller for Placentia. In multi seat districts, election by ballot possible. other districts may fill by acclamation. R G Starkes asked to represent Green Bay.
The question is raised whether the Rejected men who offered services in the War will be recognized by the Government in the Civil Re Establishment Scheme. There have been comments on the matter and the Forestry Unit overseas workers have no opportunities under the Government's Employment programme.
George Simmen of Back Harbour died Saturday after a long illness due to cancer. He endured many operations yet remained cheerful and retiring. He was 75. Funeral Monday at N.S United Church with Rev. S. Baggs officiating, Loyalty Lodge, L.C.A. in attendance. He leaves a widow and one son, Cecil. Sympathy to the bereaved.
Commentary on proposed road improvements notes work could proceed if communities arrange necessary conditions. Emphasizes street users need wider roads over drivers with cars. Mentions weather, local officials, and visits by Magistrate Spracklin to Grand Falls and Corner Brook. Reports Captain Fred Tulk from Port Union and M. V. Swile. air raid tale adds context.
A hospital notice lists numerous local residents and families from Crow Head Summerford and surrounding areas with acknowledgments of marriages births and baptisms. It also notes that nurses aides are urgently needed at the hospital and directs interested applicants to Miss Stella Manuel R N for details.
March sightings report sea life including many seals and bedlamers aboard SS Kegs and other vessels. Ice data shows no ice from Bay de Verde to Belle Isle though a Sunday night gale disrupted sails. The School Clinic notes many pupils with defective eyesight and minor ailments, treated to protect long term health of youth.
The Rt. Hon. Winston Churchill spoke at the Wardorf Astoria on a Friday night, saying he did not seek an Anglo-American alliance but favored fraternal association to preserve world freedom. He also noted Russian troop moves in Persia and news of the M. V. Linda Mae engine issues and a plan to rebuild Shoal Tickle Bridge and clear the Channel when weather allows.
St Patrick Day was celebrated on Mosday around the 17th Sunday with several churches at St John’s commemorating the feast. The weather was mentioned in passing as part of the observance.
Report to the Twillingate Branch dated March 14 1946 covers activity from November 20 1939 to January 3 1946 when the branch disbanded. It notes 97634 lbs of wool received from Headquarters costing 1827 41 dollars, comforts sent including socks sweaters scarves helmets mitts and gloves, donations to boys at entertainments totaling 219 85 with Fonds 1100 00, 112 regular meetings, 75 members at closing, average attendance 33, signed Dorothy Hopper Secretary.
A Fogo Island delegation met with Commissioner Sir John C. Puddeater to seek medical aid for Tuland. Collectors across districts raised about 2600 in cash, excluding Joe Batt's Arm, Barr'd Islands, and Tilting where no collection occurred but promises of later contributions were made. A report has been sent to the Commissioner with hope the hospital project begins when navigation opens in spring.
Mr. Harry Granville purchased the dwelling house from Mr. Thomas Grimes and had it moved on Wednesday to his land on the South Side with Capt. Andrew Greenhan as director.
Mr. Clarence Vatcher of this town finished his contract on the interior of the new Church of England church at Botwood.
Richard Mouland serves as navigator on the M V Bessie Marie and holds air and sea tickets. He trained in aerial navigation in the United States and owns a plane named Hegle brook with several solo flights. He envisions Nild forging a future of aircraft ownership and expects to command a machine.
The Med of the N S United Church congregation began interior cleaning and painting on Tuesday. By Wednesday the Arch and portions of the walls had been cleaned and painting started, marking progress in the church renovation.
Early this week a number of bedlamer seals were spotted offshore while the ice within the field barred our men from leaving. The Twillingate Armieet have not yet sailed and await improved conditions.
The Confederation Life Insurance Company remarks it is winding up its 75th year of operation this year, marking a milestone in its long history. The note highlights the company's endurance and ongoing services through decades of policyholders and financial products.
Preliminary notice invites attendance for a tea and sale event at the Parish Hall scheduled for Thursday April 25. Further details and timing to follow.
President Truman downplays alarm amid Soviet moves toward Iran and Turkish border. Soviet columns threaten Teheran while Britain’s Churchill urges UNO action. A large air disaster at Torbay airport causes heavy damage, and Canadian spy allegations involve M. F. Rogs and Dr. Boyer of McGill.
Mr Andrew Watkins visits from Herring Neck while Mr and Mrs Gordon Boyde come from Summerford. Victor Pippy Claude Hillott and Hayward Rideout arrive from Gander. Chesley Sharpe travels from Toronto. Roy Sharpe from Spruce Brook returns. Seamen Ralph White and James Cheater arrive from Overseas. Dr Hastings comes from St John’s. Mrs Ralph Wiley visits from Bridgeporte. Mr Ray Bulgio from the U S. Harold and Ray Jenkin from Toronto return home.
Bowring's Ice Hunter is disabled after damage to the sternpost and a broken main bearing. The vessel Laurel has been sent to tow her to St. John's for repairs. It is not yet decided whether Ice Hunter will return to the seal hunt after repairs.
On Monday March 11 a special session in the F. P. A. Hall featured Rangers and Brownies. The Ladies of the local Association hosted with recitations songs and a fairy ring. Louise Bulgin was enrolled and Lucy Anstey Audrey Anstey and Rose Anstey received toy makers badges. Mrs Eleanor Roberts presented Lady Walwyn's photograph and noted Lady Yaden Powell's July St. John's visit and past Newfoundland trip with the late Chief Scout. The programme concluded with Guide recitations group singing and a Fox lease Vesper. Attendance reminders emphasized earning second class and proficiency badges for the Twillingate G.G. Company.
Treasurer’s statement covers November 20 1939 to March 14 1946. Cash sent to Headquarters 2159.60 Postage and Telegrams 99.58 Sundry B P s 50.04 Cash given to boys home on leave 219.85 Donations Overseas Club 25 00 Ceribon Hut 30 00 Prisoner of War Island 50.00 Red Cross 125 00 Cash on bend 171.62
Reports describe several bedlamers seen off Long Point this week as new lice along the shore hinder attempts to obtain seals.
Mr George W Ridout reports from Toronto a fairly good winter with little cold or snow. He recalls temperatures of five below zero and two below, then describes ideal spring weather at forty two above zero and most snow melted. He hopes people will do well with the seals.
A shareholder circular discusses a convention to shape government forming a choice between Representative Government and Union with Canada. It notes growing anti Responsible Government sentiment favoring union with Canada if joining the USA is not possible.
February 11 1946 I Herbert Burton state that rumours circulated in Twillingate reflecting on the character of Mrs Cecilia White are absolutely unfounded and without foundation in fact. Witness A I SrRacel.
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