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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Mar 25, 1944
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun published in Twillingate Md. for notes memoriam announcements and letters. Notes and memoriam items are charged 25 cents each. Deadline stated as Wednesday noon for late letters. Publication details include editor S Roberts, office on the North Side. Mar 25, 1944.
A clearness of voice and a wary eye mark a discussion about Captain Courageous, Captain Abram Kean, and the sealing ship Eagle. The letter notes mispronounced words, safety fears, prices, and visions for a future sealing industry amid old wooden ships and harsh seas.
On Friday a truck carrying 13 people fell through the ice at Quidi Vidi Lake in St Johns. Four people drowned including 45 year old Mrs Richard McGrath whose body was found in the cab after the vehicle was brought ashore. Drowned youths Wallace Smith 13 Thomas Denine 12 and Michael Device 14 were among those listed. Some survivors were hospitalized after leaping from the vehicle as it sank.
Personal Magistrate Abbott visited Loon Bay on Wednesday while Ranger Mercer traveled to Deer Lake on Monday. Adjt. George Wheeler left this week to inspect points in the district. William Bindon of Sparkes and Bindon St John’s is in town, and Stephen Loveridge departed for inland assignments on Monday.
Change Islands Change Islands branch of the W P A held its annual meeting at the L O A Hall on February 29 chaired by Rev T R Norman. Absentees were Rev R O Davies on parochial visit and W M Yetman Jr sick with a cold. Treasurer Mrs Chesley P Peckford presented wool Gift Fund and petty cash totals and sent 167.10 to Headquarters for wool. Secretary Mrs W M Yetman read a report noting eight formal and two informal meetings, 71 lb of wool received from headquarters, 100 pairs of socks and 174 pairs of gloves knitted, and hospital visits by members. Activities included gifts to ROTC volunteers, Christmas parcels, and prayers for victory. The branch honored fallen servicemen Sergeant Bernard Scammell and Rex Elis, with a remembrance on the closing. The meeting thanked hall providers and helpers and approved year ahead plans. Officers elected: President Mrs Fred Roberts, Vice Presidents Mrs W H Harle and Mrs Wm Well, Secretary Mrs Wa M Yetman, Treasurer Mrs Chesley P Peckford, with several re-elected and new members on the Work Committee. Change Islands March 11 1944.
Mrs. Sarah Isabelle Mifflen widow of I J Mifflen died in Montreal on the 8th inst. She rests at St John’s on Thursday after a ceremony at St Thomas Church.
Mr Andrew Bourden nearly lost his home on Sunday as fire gutted part of the kitchen and damaged the main house roof. Firefighters battled the blaze amid strong breeze and frost but managed to control and extinguish the flames.
Mr. Bert Mudford heard cries off Wild Cove while returning from Crow Head to Lodge late at night. He diverted toward the water and reached Mrs. Margaret Elliot and Mrs. Cecil Roberta, who were stranded near shore unable to reach land. His timely aid saved their lives as darkness had fallen long after sunset.
Mrs Phillip Anstey received particulars from Miss May House in Toronto relating to the death of Roland Newmen. He was crushed between a track and a building after a prior hospital stay following a motor car collision. He died within hours. his chest was crushed and both legs broken while working at a Post Office.
Rev J Goodland reports the death of Albert J Goodland at Harbour Grace after an hour long heart ailment. He served as Principal of St Pauls High School Harbour Grace for over 30 years and taught that day. He leaves Edith and three daughters Geraldine Mary Frances plus two sisters and a brother.
Fire swept through the dwelling owned by Ashley Roberts at Cat Cove around 2.30 am on Wednesday. The husband wife and one child were in bed when the blaze broke out and nothing could be saved. The family escaped in night attire as neighbours watched from nearby stores.
Mr Wm Freeman received a telegram from Allan G Freeman at Norris Arsa on Wednesday stating that Reginald Freeman was killed in action on March 5. Reginald served with the 166th Regiment Royal Artillery in Italy.
The auxiliary schooner Young Harp lies on the bottom off Basha's Wharf Curling and a second salvage effort by T Basha & Son Ltd has failed. Entrances were sealed and air pumped as crew explore a new plan to haul her ashore using chains around the hull to drag her in. The ship sank while loading at Basha's Wharf heading to St John's.
In remembrance of Alfred Mutford who died March 2 1943. A devotional verse recalls his life, faith, and final passage as family mourns. Inserted by Mrs Annie Mutford and family.
British scientists outside London report a method using colchicine described as an anaesthetic shock to seeds. The process doubles the life germs in each seed, yielding larger plants with higher quality and greater disease resistance.
Expresses gratitude from Mare Peter Reid Gilespert Twillingate for condolences, letters, and gifts after their mother’s passing. Special thanks to Jubilee Guild members and neighbors who offered comfort. From the author and their brother.
Mr and Mrs Robert Claree express gratitude to those who assisted during their son Hannibal's illness and loss. They especially thank Dr Olde and Stat, those who offered comforting words, sent cards or messages, and those who sent sprays and wreaths for the casket.
The Twillingate Sun clipping recounts editor Sealing editor’s reply on ice crew willingness, price of fat, and supply and demand. He cites 1902 strikes over 350 per cwt and 1914 fat at 4.75, then 12.00 later, arguing regulation by market forces and recalling historic rescues. He lauds Captain Hagle and Beothic lineage, urges support for continued fishery, and looks to Lincoln’s words to guide a broader sealfishery future for all. Anchorage February 29 1944.
A family expresses sincere thanks to friends for help during illness and death, with special mention of the Young family. They acknowledge sympathy shown by cards, letters, wreaths, and sprays from all supporters.
Mr Garfield Baggs had a house moved to land on the South Side from Sandy Cove on Friday week. Mr Frank Guy reported no bones at Wild Cove after hauling a distance of 100 feet on Thursday past.
Mary Ann Blackler aged 86, longtime Back Harbour resident and former teacher, passed away after a short illness on Tuesday morning. She served as a church worker at St. Peter's and devoted years to her pupils. Survived by brothers James and Arthur and sister Mrs. Golbourne of Bishops Fadle, with many relatives and friends. Funeral held Thursday at St. Peter's with Mr. Harpett officiating. Condolences extended to bereaved families.
The report covers heavy raids over Germany with 43 bombers and 12 fighters lost, advances along the Dniester toward the Prut River in Bessarabia, and Russian breakthroughs near the Dniester. It notes Hungarian occupation by Germany, Budapest seizure, Horthy detained, and Hungary aligning with Berlin. Also covers Mount Vesuvius eruption, Cassino fighting, Anglo-American bombings, and Churchill inspecting U S paratroops in England. Nine enemy raids over England with some damage, RAF responses, and London-area casualties.
A Sunday ice breakup at Government Wharf left a thin new crust forming over the harbour centre making crossings risky. On Wednesday a boy named Legge and his dog team slipped on the weak ice. Legge saved himself but dogs fell in, one item a sweater parcel slid away. Samuel Anstey Jr. hauled Legge to safety as others retrieved items and took him home to his parents.
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