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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
May 13, 1939
Page
4
Twillingate Newfoundland notes and announcements page outlines submission rules and rates for notes of thanks memoriam and other notices. It states the newspaper does not assume opinions of contributors and may reject late communications or long letters.
The article analyzes relief figures amid Newfoundland's March population on welfare rolls, noting about 12 000 widows and sick poor. It cites 80 739 on relief, 18 000 families, and 67 770 including able bodied relief. It argues employment must rise, woodcutting shows price improvement, and criticizes external reliance while contrasting Dapt ration values with earlier costs. Morley Richards’ observations are challenged as insufficient to explain the broader economic condition.
A discussing of potential moves by Germany Italy and Japan outlines a feared expansion plan from Danzig to oil rich regions and a possible clash with Poland. The piece notes Western powers restraint and speculates whether Franco’s Madrid entry affects any six month war scenario. The question remains if Poland will resist invasion.
The royal visit marks a historic journey by George VI and Queen Elizabeth as the first monarchs crowned King of Canada and the British Dominions beyond the seas. Premier King expects Their Majesties to be officially received in Ottawa, with arrival at Wolf Cove, Quebec, and a month-long tour of North America.
A son was born in Burin on May 6 to Sergt and Mrs J M Delahuoty. The birth adds to the family with a new heir.
Mr. Alfred Eliott has successfully obtained his Second Mate's Ticket for St. John's, marking a key milestone in his maritime career. The achievement increases his qualification level and opens opportunities aboard merchant vessels operating out of Newfoundland.
Messra Colbourne and Luther sold their motor boat Dorothy to Mr Arthur Anstey who intends to prosecute the salmon fishery north. They bought Strong's boat Lindbergh for their fresh salmon trade. The boat was launched Thursday from the premises of Mr James Adey who has done carpentry work on it.
The first boat to arrive this season was Ostmonds motorboat which came from Moretons Harbour and returned on Friday week marking the start of the sailing season.
The hospital weekly list shows Miss Mollie Peyton from Twillingate North and Sidney Hayward from Bridgeporte admitted during the week ending May 10. Discharges include Mia Oliver Kearley Herring Neck Mrs Saul White Durrells Arm Mrs Elmo White and infant Ragged Point Mrs Frank Randell and infant son Twillingate South Harvey Earle Daurrells Arm Frank Mutford Crow Head Albert Mutford Crow Head Elmer Young Gilesporte. Sidney Hayward aged 11 from Bridgeporte fell Tuesday injuring his left leg and a broken femur was confirmed by X Ray. The unused eface at the end of the hospital wing is being remodelled to house the office department with staff living quarters to follow.
Ice offshore gradually recedes as Ruos thaw continues after Tuesday’s heavy eastward swell. Winds shift to south and southwest. Mail couriers return today, noting sea ice disappeared last week below Summerford.
The South Side United Church young men hosted a fish cake and bean supper at Marshall Hall on Tuesday night. Chief Codle Mr Earle from the Hospital fried the fish cakes while volunteers prepared the beans. Proceeds totaled 43.60 dollars.
The time change takes effect at midnight tomorrow as clocks advance, marking the shift to daylight saving time. Residents are advised to set clocks forward one hour and adjust schedules accordingly.
The United Church and the Salvation Army will celebrate Mother's Day on the coming Sunday, May 14, with services and activities announced for congregants.
Mr T G W Ashbourne traveled to St John s by motor boat Little Grace and reached Lewisporte. Laurie Roberts, Fort Amherst sailor, visited his parents and earned his Second Mate deep sea ticket at St John s. Lewis Young and Ernest Hamlyn went to Lewisporte en route to Grand Falls aboard Little Grace, which arrived at the wharf without trouble and returned at 1130 yesterday bringing John Gillett and Witfield Bannister.
A note of thanks extends gratitude to the public for patronage at the May 4 concert and to organizations that lent a hand with candy and ice cream. Proceeds totaled $86.00 and organizers hope to meet everyone again next year.
Magistrate signs a town notice announcing the Dog Act will be enforced on Monday the 15th. The act imposes a fine up to twenty five dollars for each offense or up to fourteen days imprisonment. Authorities urge cooperation to observe the dog law during hard times.
The piece extols Mother's Day as a sincere homage to mothers and recognizes the sacrifices they make. It notes mothers are many people with varied needs and urges continued acts of kindness beyond the single day, recalling a 1931 Tablet dedication in Indianapolis and a call for clearer conscience in supporting mothers every day.
Public meetings to mark Education Week opened Monday night in Twillingate Parish Hall with Rev J Goodland in the chair. Speakers included Magistrate Abbott Adjt A J Rideout principal Van Harnett and Rev T J Pitt addressing state parental roles attendance illiteracy rates and the child’s education. The event featured singing by Frank Anstey and recitations by local teachers and students. votes of thanks were given and follow up meetings announced for Marshall Ball and Little Harbour.
Tomorrow is proclaimed as a Day of Special Prayer to Almighty God to bless the labourers and prosper the undertakings of all those engaged in the coming season for Agriculture and the Fisheries.
In May 6 notes from North East West South St. Joho’s, Santa Cruz Qil. Co. gains sanction for offshore herring prosecution. May 5 to 10 items report King George and Queen Elizabeth set sail aboard Empress of Australia amid elaborate farewells. Poland resists German demands on Danzig. Berlin holds firm on return of Danzig. Fisheries data shows April cod exports at 114 036 quintals, Italy and Brazil key buyers. Weather and ship movements include Empress of Australia rough passage, various express delays, and Newfoundland time change upcoming.
The Bay boat Clyde will soon resume its route, signaling the end of this season's Overland mail service unless White Bay provides sufficient ice to hinder navigation.
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