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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 10, 1951
Page
4
The Triton area notice reports a special trip to Swillingate on November 23 to transport Mrs Samuel Roberts to hospital. She was accompanied by Mrs Dorman and Mrs Roberts who left by Gay Rangler on Tuesday. Mrs Roberts remains under observation. Local subscription rates are listed for TWibch AGATE.
A provincial editorial comments on elections, stressing that men elect represent communities, not parties. It laments cynicism toward the Smallwood government and questions public understanding of the issues, asserting independent judgment and honest citizen leadership over party loyalty.
Fragmented quotes show discussions of financial aid and economic security. References to government, Mr Curtinling, Royer, and a district tour suggest a political context. The period hints at upcoming actions over the next four years to provide answers amid disaster and uncertainty.
The Hon. L R Curtis, Attorney General, active in town midweek, plans further campaigning for the district. Rumors of an independent Liberal and possible PC opposition swirl as Liberal candidates file notices to contest in upcoming elections, with some districts already announcing their Liberal candidate and more entrants anticipated.
Information released for fall work proposes excavation start now with all materials arriving before navigation closes in January to complete a Twillingate RCMP building by fishermen next year. Engineers caution plans changed and weather may prevent any excavation beginning before year end.
The Liberal member for Twillingate district, Mr Curtis, spoke at a general committee meeting last night. He outlined Premier Smallwood’s personality and a future welfare lane for Newfoundland through Liberal party. Members expressed confidence that all Liberals will vote Liberal.
Salvation Army members in Twillingate invite Major A J Rideout to lead the 65th anniversary gatherings. Rideout formerly led the Twillingate Corps and now commands in Gander. a WWI veteran, he has devoted decades to the ministry in Newfoundland and the people it serves.
The schedule lists a Holiness meeting Sunday with Major A J Rideout, followed by a Citizens Rally in the afternoon featuring a talk titled The Brotherhood of Night A Great Salvation Meeting. Monday night features a hot supper and a sale of work at the Young People's Hall.
The motor ship Z Brala under Captain William Gillett arrived Wednesday evening carrying feeds for local firms.
The Palo Biavco discharged salt and took cocked fish locally. Algerine expected Tuesday with North Sydney Screened Coal for Ashbournes Limited. Mr John M Manuel and family plan to stay in St John’s at the Capital during the Royal Visit. Girl Guides from Twillingate head to St John’s for the Royal Visit aboard Springdale. Others, including Mr and Mrs William Harnett, akan winter at Grand Falls. Mrs Blanche Roberts travels to Gander for winter with family. Local firms A House and W Bannieter promoting orders this week.
Mr. Harry Howlett of Twillingate, long based in St. John’s, was in town during the early week. As Newfoundland manager of Yatabroka Limited, he reconnected with many old friends and acquaintances who were glad to see him looking well and active.
The Log, a new monthly magazine, is received with a hearty reception. The issue forecasts future content and notes staff details, printing plans, and organizational notes for the inaugural month.
The week’s edition highlights republication potential for readers in the Haat Coast region. It mentions The President's Message from Mr Jy Ju Thompson, an Industrial Statesman profile by Ray Gushus, and Dinner at the Depot by Edith Mitchell. The Log magazine is praised as a promising new title with strong future prospects.
North west Arm New Bay offers a large quantity of birch wood bank material for sale. Oswald Chippett Leading Tickles promotes the item to potential buyers seeking a sizeable lumber consignment.
obituary for Mrs. John Curtis of Virgin Arm who died July 31 at Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital after months of illness in her fifty ninth year. She leaves husband, one son Hubert, four daughters, two brothers, two sisters, thirteen grandchildren, and many relatives. Burial August 2 in Carter's Cove Salvation Army Cemetery. Service by Lieut Warehem. scripture from Psalm 23. Was a Salvation Army soldier and Home League member. Inserted by daughter at Fairbanks with other local notices and visits listed.
The week ending November 7 lists numerous admissions across towns such as Pilley's Island Deer Lake and Twillingate including Mrs. Harry Bill Jack Taland and Cyril Burt with others. Discharges include Vera Collins Michael Pearce Cyril Burt Loretta Young and Trail Roberts. Babies born to several couples and several patients underwent operations with steady recovery noted. Moose hunting trips are noted for Mr Rasdell and Mr White. Mrs Fred Bennett discharged to await Sausage home.
Our sews correspondent reports the marriage of Mrs Verna Gillett daughter of Captain and Mrs James Gillett of St John s to Robert Michell of Toronto on October 1st. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to the newlyweds from the community.
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