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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 09, 1935
Page
4
Twillingate Sun advertising rates and subscription details published by Roberts Propr. Subscription costs listed for Newfoundland and overseas audiences. Rate notes cover long term display ads, notes of thanks, memoriam votes and announcements with Wednesday noon submission deadline.
The committee considers Fishermen's debts and a possible grant from the Colonial Development Fund to pay debts and revive the industry. Public opinions are invited as an inquiry into the codfish sector proceeds under Hon. Mr. Justice Ken's chairmanship, signaling focus on protecting the staple industry.
Reports state Italians are retreating on the northern front while Ethiopian commanders vow retaliation if gas is used. Malaria and disease slow the invaders as 10,000 Italian troops return home. Harsh climate and rain hinder advances toward Addis Ababa and threaten a prolonged clash.
Harvest Thanksgiving this year achieved strong success both financially and in community support. Receipts total about $525, roughly $150 higher than last year, with thanks extended for cooperation and sacrifices and anticipation of continued efforts.
President Vargas signed Brazil's National Security Law in April declaring war on the growing Fascist movement led by the Integralistas or Green Shirts. The crackdown aims to outlaw fascist groups and signals a regional warning to similar movements elsewhere in South America.
The Monday night event at Bluff Head Cove raised 26 dollars for educational work. The school hosted many guests and Mr Whiteway contributed significantly to the effort.
A Wednesday night meeting at St John’s Casino Theatre passed a Resolution urging the Dominions Office to grant Newfoundland responsible government. The note highlights the impact of a single public meeting in St John’s and the wider audience of 250,000 people beyond the city.
Miss Blanche Moulton of Port Bal Cove won the beauty contest tied to the Associated Nide Industries event. She was crowned Miss Newfoundland and received a silver cup and a $50 cheque.
The piece notes growing lawlessness in Newfoundland with hit-and-run driving linked to alcohol. It argues liquor control is insufficient in the country and calls for stricter measures to curb intoxicated driving.
A preview of a contract report from the Hospital Mutual Benefit Committee outlines upcoming publication for Twill ingate North and South. It will itemize admissions, funds per section, total bills without contracts, and savings by each community, with a note that typesetting will delay to the next issue.
Mr H J Preston marked his 70th birthday on Thursday November 7. Flags flew at Peat Brothers premises in his honor. He has spent about 53 years with the business, starting at age 17 with Wm Waterman Co and J W Hodge, and for 15 years with Hodge Brothers as storekeeper and room manager.
A barn owned by John Hickey of Hr Main was destroyed by fire early Wednesday, with five tons of hay and 52 hens lost. The article notes upcoming ranger postings on Nov 15 across Glenwood, Deer Lake, Bonne Bay, Port Saunders, St Anthony, Englee, Hr Deep, Westport, Springdale and Twillingate, headquarters at Whitbourne. It also covers geological surveys for Sop's Arm and Mings Eight, earthquakes across Canada and the United States, military and fisheries policy discussions, and various regional notices.
The report notes that economic sanctions against Italy will take effect on November 15. It also lists census gains in St. John's area and October revenue figures, with various government and international updates including Greece, Ethiopia, and appointive changes in the British and Australian administrations.
On Friday evening October 8 at 7 30 the N G LT Girls rushed into the school room to surprise their leader Mrs Sidney Boyd as she prepared to open a meeting. After games and lunch an address by Mabel Boyd expressed regrets at her departure and thanks for her leadership. Gladys Boyd presented a gift. The group sang Taps to close.
Mr Stephen Loveridge and Mrs Misa Loveridge called at Kyle from Battle Harbour on Wednesday morning. Capt Richard Carroll departed by Prospero for King's Cove yesterday. Mr and Mrs Harry Peyton traveled from Botwood by motor boat on Wednesday. John and Cecil Lambert arrived by the Kyle from Port Hope Simpson with news that about 200 men have left and wood cutting for Nfiders is finished for the season. Interior passengers by the Kyle were taken to Lewisporte by the I'm Alone and Mr Wheeler's motor boat from Summerford on Wednesday.
Arnan capt Terraville returned from Moreton Harbour landing salt for Ashbournes Ltd at Path End in barrels and casks of codfish for market. Moreton Harbour saw salt landed for F N Ostgypnd. Sdr Gladys Mosher with Harry Hamlyn master arrived Tuesday from north to St Johns with freight. Bessie Marie travelled from Sydney Thursday with coal to Ashbournes Ltd. Senes arrived Tuesday to take coal from Ashbournes Ltd then proceeded south after a smelt trip north for Job Bros.
A fisherman's wife in Red Head Cove Maryland writes of relief from a ten year back pain using Dodd's Kidney Pills. She says the pills let her sleep, walk, and work again after taking multiple boxes, recommending them as a safe remedy for backache and kidney trouble.
Elinore, five year old niece of Mrs. Malcolm Anstey, and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Skaar of 198 Bay 11th St Brooklyn, died at Harbour Hospital from a skull fracture after being struck on the head with a bottle by a man described as the biz-fellow while playing near home. Police seek the assailant.
Armistice Day marks the seventeenth Poppy Day with sales supporting the G W V A Fund aiding disabled ex soldiers and dependents of deceased soldiers. The Twillingate troop is set to parade to the Maternal Hospital steps to lay a wreath in memory of fallen soldiers.
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