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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
May 10, 1947
Page
4
Twillingate Sun published in Twillingate N L from the office on the north side. R G Clarke editor and proprietor. Notices of thanks memoriam notes and announcements charged at 25 cents per line. Weekday deadline Wednesday noon. Opinions of correspondents not endorsed.
A columnist argues that true democracy offers only opportunity not guaranteed equality. They critique elite privilege and nepotism, warn that democracy requires ongoing effort to preserve rights, and call for genuine equal opportunity for all citizens to voice opinion and participate.
The Sun's Rays notes off shore winds may end seal hunting with Ashbourne's grinding season starting this week aiming to store 10,000 pelts. Total seals caught reaches 130,977 to date. Emma Jane and Ophir sail to ice fields seeking seals while McHardy plans to travel to Halifax Montreal and Winnipeg for Arctic work.
A reflection on friendship emphasizing self-friendliness as the key to lasting ties. Stay open and kind, but prudent, recognizing that some friendships are insincere. Be friendly without masking suspicion, nurture companionship, and avoid mimicking hostile temperaments to create a pleasant, productive atmosphere.
Names include Edwin Facey visiting Clyde from St. John s on Saturday and Helen Kearney leaving Clyde for Harbour Grace. J M Olds arrived by Miss Twillingate after icefields trip. Ernest Peyton and Harry Pyon came from Gander. Norman Gray and Austin Baird arrived from Angle Brook. Joshua Rice departed for Bachans and Allan Young headed to Carling.
Harry Randell announces new stock including baby boots and shoes ladies lingerie coats and dresses with clearance dresses priced at 3 50 each several garments listed from 13 to 25 dollars for summer kid gloves slippers blouses skirts and nighties in stock for immediate sale.
Postpaid six blue books offered for families at 100 dollars for all or 25 cents each. Titles include What every Girl should know and What every Boy should know by Margaret H. Sanger and William J. Fielding. Addresses Vancouver British Columbia.
The Governor issued a brief message to the People of Newfoundland via the BBC during the week. He is currently attending meetings with the British Government and conventions, with a delegation expected to arrive by Sunday May.
A lecture emphasizes the partnership between parents and teachers in Newfoundland education. It argues the school is part of the home and urges active parental involvement through clubs, shared responsibility, and understanding of child development to improve discipline and civic outcomes.
A newspaper verse extols mothers for their enduring love and pivotal role in society. It cites a German maxim about motherhood, calls mothers greater than statesmen, and urges both mothers and children to recognize their duties and responsibilities.
Poem-like memory piece reflecting on motherhood and gratitude. Mentions children once carefree, motherly patience, and grown sons and daughters. Ends with a reverent note to divine love and an affectionate tribute to mothers.
Poem-like verse sending warm wishes to a mother for God's blessings and protection throughout the coming year. Expresses joy of living, facing death, and guiding light along life’s path with sincere heartfelt hopes.
St. Peter's offers 8 a.m. Holy Communion and Matins with Sunday School at 2 30 p.m. Evensong at 7 p.m. St. Andrew's provides Laminal Matins and a 3 p.m. Sunday School session, with Io Church noted.
United Church South Side holds 11 a.m. service with Lay Reader at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. with Rev. Wm. R. Butler. Little Harbour has 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions with Rev. Butler and Lay Reader. North Side offers 11 a.m. service with Rev. Butler, 2:30 p.m. Sunday School, and 7 p.m. Lay Reader. Crow Head hosts 2:30 p.m. Sunday School and Bible Class.
The Salvation Army announces a series of meetings led by Corps Officers including an 1 a.m. holiness meeting 2 p.m. Sunday School and Bible law 3 p.m. praise meeting and 7 p.m. salvation meeting. Major and Mrs C Thompson extend a cordial invitation to all.
Pastor and Mrs C F Rowselt announce Sunday services at 10 30 morning devotion 3 p m Sunday School 6 30 prayer 7 p m evangelistic service. Tuesday 3 p m Young People's Service Wednesday 8 p m evangelistic service plus related events continuing through the week.
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