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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 05, 1938
Page
4
A 1938 Twillingate Sun letter warns that Nil d is a key Empire Corner Stone and calls for vigilant eyes on its fate. The piece notes fear of Nazi influence and mentions an airport plan and future cen dates, urging Britain France and western countries to keep Nil d on the map for years, while noting limited defense potential.
The Mid Island Board of Trade backs exporting pit wood for coal, opposing a sulphite mill on the East Coast. Government pressure to avoid raw wood export could favor a Gander pulp mill. Bowater-Lloyd Group faces a choice to buy Reid lands and build or seek other pulpwood sources.
Sir Alfred B. Moring warns Newfoundland would be a key military target in any future war. He says the island could serve as a fortress and air base for attacks on Canada, and fears American timely defense in case of invasion.
The Trade Review notes U S industry recovery lifting employment in GM Chrysler and steel, with Munich conference peace assurances. Newfoundland benefits via hoped demand rebound for newsprint, impact of General Seafoods trade, and seasonal work rebound for transient Newfoundland workers abroad.
Mr. W. Bannister of Ayre & Sons Ltd traveled from Change Islands on Monday for firm business and plans to go south from here.
Rev. Michael Carey of Fortune Harbour travels with three Norse Priests as part of the St Francis Xavier China Mission. They departed Vancouver on October 29 bound for Shanghai aboard the C P Em press of Asia. Carey studied at Scarboro Bluffs Ontario seminary prior to sailing. A departure ceremony occurred at St Michael's Church in Toronto led by Archbishop J C McGuigan on October 73.
U S lawmakers face a clash over regulating chain stores as Atlantic Pacific Tea Co opposes efforts to curb their growth. Individual store owners split on the issue with some fearing loss of small businesses while others push for tighter controls.
Sir William Ford Coaker KB R founder of the Fishermen’s Protective Union died after a sequence of strokes while traveling from Windsor to Jamaica. Born in St John's October 19 1871 he led Port Union ventures and political efforts to improve seamen and lumbering conditions. His work included the Fishermen’s Advocate and Union Publishing Trading and Ship-building Calenders.
The St Andrew’s Ladies held a Hallowe en Party on October 31 with many masquerade costumes and games. Refreshments and ice cream were served and two dances featured the event ended with thanks from Mrs Wood after the National Anthem. Proceeds totaled 1845.08.
The M. V. Bessie Marke arrived from Gloucester and North Sydney on Tuesday night with 50 tons of hard coal 100 caska crude oil and soft coal for Ashbournes Ltd. The Schr. took a Navigator Captain Charles Rose of Grand Bank father of Teacher Rose. The M. V. Grate Bochner sailed from Sydney on Wednesday with 190 tons of coal for Gillett and Pacey. Schr. Lady Green and Schr. Mearilla also arrived with freight from St John s and Sydney for local firms. Eilen B. tutor took 40 qiis of fish from Hodge Brothers to Fogo on Friday week. Schr. Ethel E. departed Tuesday for Gander Bay.
Personal visits spill across the week with Mrs. Jane Taylor from Moreton's Hr. calling on Mr. and Mrs. Alex Guy. Magistrate Abbott and several others arrive by Little Srace and Clyde, while nurses Welker and Newhook travel from Lewisporte to begin hospital work.
Over the past week cold and high winds hinder fishermen from catching fish. Bird hunting has increased with several hundred flets and turra brought in by gunners. Ground reports indicate plenty of fish and abundant bait availability.
Dre Olds and Waddell were noted on a sporting tip up the Gander River and returned Saturday night with two carcasses of tension, reflecting a tense expedition and its unexpected outcome.
Confederation Life notes Magistrate Abbott departs on Thursday with the Little Grace to Grand Falls to relieve Chief Magistrate Bradley who will take a month of holidays.
The Lewisporte refueling station operated by Imperial Oil will supply people to the north and east. The Northern Ranger is expected to call on the route north next year for shipments.
Mrs Levi Gilett thanks the people of Pika's Arm for nine years of suffering and kindness including pumpkins and books from C. of E. Teacher. She prays for blessings and rest in the land of peace, asking editor for space in Twillingate Sun.
Novembers report notes three men James Golline Maurice Fleming and Randell Fleming of Lamaline fell overboard from the Tyee during a gale with Fred Murphy as sole survivor after steering into St Pierre. At a Fishery Board meeting Herring Neck was added as a de facto port with minimum codfish prices for Labrador.
In Westminster, Secretary for Dominions and Colonies Malcolm Macdonald outlined economic effects on the country from weaker cod exports and a soft newsprint market. He cited short term road and works programs and fishing aid as partial remedies amid ongoing war tariff and industry pressures.
A report notes Jamea Strong was harboured yesterday amid an unspecified financial dispute. Authorities did not reveal further details about the incident or involved parties.
Stephen Loveridge fell yesterday while riding in Max Rideout's motor boat. The incident occurred at the riverfront location with rideout assisting and authorities notified.
All members are urgently requested to attend the annual meeting at the hospital on Thursday next November 10 at 8 p m.
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