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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 04, 1933
Page
4
Twillingate Sun is printed on Saturdays from the North Side office. S Roberts is proprietor. Subscription costs are 1.00 yearly for Newfoundland, 1.20 to Canada, 1.50 to England, the U.S. and other countries, payable in advance. We do not assume responsibility for correspondents opinions.
A Weekly Herald excerpt analyzes true annual per pupil costs including taxes books fuel repairs and fees noting government coverage varies with free and compulsory education. It also discusses curriculum commission calls for a modern, cost effective syllabus to reach all classes and suggests free and compulsory education with examination opportunities.
Observers note no goose or ce avass along the sea shore this season. Large patches of grass areas are missing on beaches though wind gusts inland create piles. The cause is unknown but some suspect an unusually cold previous summer affected growth.
Died On Oct 26 at Memorial Hospital David Roberts of Card a Mr aged 83 Funeral by Rev at Cemetery at B B. Had On Oct 27 Mary beloved wife of Samuel Blake at Hospital 36 years Funeral Sunday at Arm by Rev Late On Wednesday at North Side the 7 month old child of Mr and Mrs Wm Bridget Funeral by Rev Late end Cove on Det Mrs Cloudé Brown
Harvest season events drew large crowds as North and South United church rostrums were decorated with homeflowers. Fruits vegetables preserves and pickles lined tables for offerings. A Monday supper and sale for 450 guests at Maconie Temple ran smoothly with four sittings. Vegetables sale began at 9.30 led by Gillett Minty auctioneers. Rev Saite oversaw. Proceeds totaled 310 dollars for church funds. Contributors’ sacrifices praised.
Personal visits noted with Mrs J T Clarke and three daughters of Moreton's Harbour staying at United Church Manse. Residents Manuel and Linfeld returned from a business trip to the City. Edward Mews traveled by motor boat from Horwood with his son for an operation. Roberts couple left Back Harbour for winter at Moreton's Harbour. Thomas Roberts also plans wintering at Moreton's Harbour. Mrs Charles Guy departed for Grand Falls to be with her son Phillip Moyles. William Bridger left for Grand Falls by Clyde last Sunday.
An advertisement extols Sunlight Soap for fast suds with minimal rubbing. It claims the Suds remove dirt easily, reducing wear on garments and saving money. It suggests buying a half tablet for six cents and notes best shops carry Sunlight.
Attendees include W Bannister A B Rowe St Johns Kevin Osmond and Gilbert Osmond Miss A Thompson Mrs Stanley French Mrs E Mills Myrtle Mills and Cecil Stryde. The gathering at Moreton’s HR Exploits and related names suggests a social or genealogical notice from the era.
Following the coming of Snow birds we had a fall of hail on Friday morning week.
Aiden Craig of Kelti Rrews dies suddenly on way to work as a railway section hand. Chas Taverner, Trinity mailman, found dead near Trinity. heart failure suspected. The P. & P. Co to buy 8000 cords of wood at Bay D'Espoir, distributing about twenty thousand dollars locally. Sean Lester chosen as High Commissioner for Danzig amid Polish and British debate. London reports stormy Atlantic crossing by Capt. Kean. Canada boosts lumber exports and markets. A Chicago gangster buried in a $10,000 casket. British sportsmen challenge for the 1934 American Yacht Cup. U.S. leads on the cup since 1851. Lipton fortunes cited. U.S. cabinet discusses opening relations with Soviet Russia. Germany's military mood worrying France. Colonel Charles Lindberg lands at Lebourget Field, Paris. declines interview. Canada’s September trade up. imports near one million. British press furore over Nazi troop report. Wild fish consumption in Oporto markets remains brisk toward December. Board of Trade praises Heart’s Content Fair. local core growth urged. Government examines coal barter scheme valued around $300,000. Sir Joseph Outerbridge will leaves religious and charitable bequests. municipal election set for December 14. Unemployment figures show Britain improving in September. Lindberg banquet honors include milk instead of wine. he praises Sir Charles Kingsford Smith. War debt talks and dollar instability noted. imperial trade talks paused.
The United States moves to buy gold in foreign markets to weaken the dollar and support other currencies on the gold standard. In London, James Roosevelt and his wife dine with the British Prime Minister. Charles Floyd, a fugitive gangster, offers to surrender if spared the electric chair. Local notices include wage raises at Corner Brook and a Carnegie Hero Fund Award for Wilson R. Hoskins.
Used Newfoundland postage stamps sought by Lionel G. Hoddir for salvage. Send stamps or samples with pricing details to B. B. Salvage.
Sealed tenders are invited for either the purchase or the lease of a four acre parcel at Crow Head on the road to Long Point. Tenderers must state price, time of payment, and in the case of a lease, the number of years.
The document outlines goals for cooperative food and clothing production to reduce dependence on relief, support local fishing, manage school gardens as experimental stations, promote standard grades in egg poultry and pig circles, establish goat cheese production, cultivate wheat peas and other crops, prevent pests with science-based farming, and host an annual Agricultural Exhibition. Secretary Samuel F. Elliott signs as secretary.
A communication on page two from Rev. BH A Butler honors his past service as a former principal of the C E School, noting his memory by readers who recall his tenure.
Sunday church services listed for Peter’s and Andrew’s with Matins Evensong Holy Communion times. North and South Side details show lay readers and Rev Laite. Armistice Day Holy Communion at 10 35.
Horwood shingles, manufactured from the best selected fir, available through top local dealers. Consumers are advised to compare prices and inquire about quality assurances from suppliers.
Only two babies attended this week’s clinic due to bad weather. The planned bus trip to Kettle Cove is postponed to next week if weather permits, with a note that the next Wednesday may be moved to the following one. Mrs Hopkins’ home will be the loading point. Mrs Elijah Froude of ManuePe Cove leads the district. A mothers meeting is set for the first Tuesday in November at 3 30 p m in the Court House with an inviting program.
Readers submit a string of inquiries about private conversations at South Side United Church and related incidents. Questions involve the minister, nocturnal visits to the Manse, the signer behind the screen, a letter found in church property, and anonymous letters about alleged harassment. The column closes with a note about twins appearing unexpectedly and seeks further insight.
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