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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 01, 1947
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun notes the standard publication information for the North Coast paper established in 1880. Editor and proprietor E G Clarke operates from the North Side office, with rates for notes of thanks memoriam and announcements at 25 cents per inch.
Dr O Neill assistant director of Adult Education visits Twillingate to discuss establishing a year long field worker presence and a soon to be public discussion on revival of Adult Education for the area. The plan depends on local interest and may include instruction in the three A's, clubs for men women and youth, and potential navigation instruction this fall and winter to boost literacy and nautical skills.
Among their elders are many who realise they are never too old to learn and that knowledge eate no bread but may provide it. When arrangements are finalzed it is confidently expected that the journe r interested in various fields of education will exceed all expectations.
A fragment lists an Arabian proverb classifying four types of knowledge and a note from J M Clark stating knowledge is the only production input with no diminishing returns. The lines juxtapose wisdom and guidance with an economic axiom.
J M Olds M D medical director urges a Christmas scale and bonds purchase to fund the Newfoundland Tuberculosis Association. He cites Notre Dame Memorial Hospital Clinic X ray programs that examined 2500 last year and 2300 this year amid late start and ongoing need for funds.
On Sunday last Oct 26 the Annual Harvest Thanksgiving Service was observed by the United Church on North Side. Rev W B Perry of Wesley Church St John s preached in the morning on John 3 16 and Rev W R Butler led the evening service from Leviticus 23 40. The table was adorned with flowers fruits and vegetables and many enjoyed the gathering.
Classified plea seeking a woman or widow up to forty years old for simple household duties. Notes a small, easily kept home and fat message style, with response instructions to contact W. B. TE at 23 Craig Mitar Ave MPLE, 9 St Jonni.
iChief Librarian Mr. A King arrived by plane on Monday and has toured the island’s library sections in the interests of regional libraries. A special Library Board meeting was held on Wednesday to discuss matters of importance to this field.
A public meeting at the Court House formed a ten member committee to raise funds for replacing fire fighting equipment damaged in recent fires and for purchasing other essential gear. With members from North and South Side Crow Head and Back Harbour, the group aims to enlist more island settlements and launch a fundraising campaign. Attendees urged broad community support, expecting strong public response.
A discussion on moose hunting prompts retold incidents from Grand Falls and High Street about poor meat quality after field dressing and a seal hunt where a father fires twice to delay recovery. The anecdotes illustrate shaky judgment and safety concerns among local sportsmen.
Major C. Thompson reports heavy storm damage across Change Island area. Eight motor boats were destroyed at a small Fogo Island fishing station. Panchoen Cove lost all fishing gear and property. A North End Change Islands fisherman lost his store and gear. Thirty quint vals of fish and three tons of coal stored there were not saved.
A resident of Moreton's Harbour reports minimal damage to wharves, contradicting last week's claim that all wharves in the harbour were destroyed. The correction notes the St. John's report was published hastily and unverified before printing.
The C E W A annual sale of work and hot dinner at the Parish Hall drew strong patronage on Wednesday afternoon and night. A sum exceeding one hundred eighty dollars was realised. The Ladies of the Association deserve commendation for organizing the event and offering high quality plain needlework on sale.
Church timetable lists 8 am Holy Communion at St Peter's 11 am Holy Communion with Address 2 30 pm Sunday School 7 pm Evensong. St Andrew's 11 am Matins 2 30 pm Sunday School 7 pm Evensong. United Church locations South Side North Side Crow Head Little Harbour and other times include lay reader and Bible class. Rev Wm R Butler officiates multiple services.
The Salvation Army in Los Angeles holds a Sunday schedule with meetings at 2 p m Sunday School and Bible Class 3 p m Praise Meeting 7 p m Salvation Meeting and special Thanksgiving Services at the L A Citadel. Altar service will close the Harvest Festival night with envelopes and a special offering aiding A H work in the country. Major and Mrs C Tuomrgon officiate.
Pastor and Mrs Rowsell lead a Pentecostal Assembly with morning devotion at 10 30 a m Sunday school at 3 p m prayer at 6 30 p m and evangelistic service at 7 p m on Sunday All times are given in local service notes and reflect a full day of worship activities.
Mr. Fred Anstey, while gunning in the Bight on Monday, narrowly escaped serious injury when the breech of his 12 gauge burst open during firing. The cartridge brass gashed his nose and cheek but did not injure his eyes. He rowed ashore for medical aid after picking up the shell.
Personal notices recap the movement of residents and visitors: Mr. and Mrs. Lot Anstey left for Buffalo University, Mr. Victor Pippy from Gander, Miss Patricia Baird to Deer Lake, Mr. Neville Cook from Gander, Mr. Ralph Hamlyn arriving from Baie Verte, Mr. T. G. W. Ashbourne from St John’s, Ranger C. Dwyer in town on business, Capt. Frank Roberts from Twillingate bound for New York, Mr. Melvin Colbourne of Lewisporte Wholesalers in town, Mr. William Harnett recovering well after surgery at Notre Dame Memorial, Mr. Max Young visiting from Corner Brook, and a party including E. Facey, J. White, B. French and Dr. Olda departing by Jessie C. to Lewisporte then Grand Falls for their annual moose hunt, which was not very successful last year.
Members of Victory Lodge No 1118 announce a tea and sale of plain and fancy work in the L O A Hall on Wednesday November. Tea with cold meat salads and cake will be served from 6 o'clock with doors opening at 5 30. General admission 60. Secretary invites all to bring a friend.
Purse lost on South Side between Sleepy Cove and Church Lane. Finder urged to return to Harold Rodgers or to the office. Reward not specified.
Tenders invited for the purchase of a secondhand 32 volt Delco engine without battery. Tenders must be received by November 20, 1947, in the hands of Theodore Jenkins. The highest tender not necessarily accepted. South Side Board, Sedy We G Triste.
From Alaska Mr John Parsons a former Twillingate resident and his wife arrived here on Sunday traveling from Alaska. Mr Parsons left Twillingate in 1899 and lived in New York for several years before moving to Alaska where he now resides. He is visiting his sister Mrs James White and plans to stay briefly before returning home.
The weekly hospital note records numerous admissions across multiple towns including Corner Brook Arm Barry White and others. It also lists several operations and procedural notes involving patients from St John’s area and nearby communities with named surgeons and wards.
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