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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 18, 1944
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun published in Twillingate Md on Saturdays lists notes of thanks memoriam announcements and other notices. The paper charges 25 cents per inch for notices and reserves the right to limit letters received after Wednesday noon. Editor Roberts proclaims no responsibility for correspondents opinions.
A long editorial ponders where wartime money came from and urges immediate funding for a Newfoundland canal from Bridgeport to Chanceport to ease sea passage. It promotes a survey funded by private individuals and government support, and outlines the creation of the Newfoundland Independence Restoration Assembly to propose self government with a final report to voters.
Mrs Elizabeth Drover of St Johns found guilty of wilful neglect in the death of Mary Ellen Ruthhings. Jury urged Justice Dept investigation into Dr LeDrew and Major Sainsbury and into Health Welfare Dept conduct. Drover sentenced to six months in the penitentiary. Dr LeDrew relieved from part time Dept work and earned about 2800 dollars yearly. Major Sainsbury serves as probation officer.
The C B W A event at the Parish Hall on Wednesday evening drew many participants for a feast and sale of plate and fancy work, raising more than 224 dollars for the fund.
The Monroe Export Co Ltd stocks shelves at Path End to run a supply business. A schooner brought a load of groceries recently and more goods are expected later. The Hodder premises were taken over by the company last year.
Confederation Life The aux Clarenville to be engaged in railway service. Section 49 of the new Child Welfare Act bars press representation at trials of children held in secret. The Telegram protests, arguing publication should be allowed where appropriate.
A three day east wind began Sunday week and intensified with a falling barometer. Heavy rain and high seas delayed shipping under the date of Oct 30, as reported to the Evening Telegram by a writer signing as N IRA.
Monsignor W C Magrath presented an address on China’s plight and resilience. He credited the common Chinese soldier with tenacity when equipped, and blamed failing officers and administrators, Chiang Kai Shek leadership, and the pro Japanese influence for China’s near collapse amid the Chungking Communist impasse.
Hongkong Padre H. Capt. Rev. Uriah, Protestant chaplain to the Winnipeg Grenadiers and POW in Hongkong, writes from August 10 to his wife and children Florence and Grayson at 3650 West Nineteenth. He is well, reports some letters and snapshots, and sends regards to friends on the west coast and in Vancouver.
Mr. J J Ryans longtime proprietor of the Nd Quarterly died Thursday morning at St John’s. He had overseen the publication for many years and was known in local circles for his editorial work and community involvement.
St. Peter's offers Holy Communion at 8 a.m. and Matine at 11 a.m. Sunday School at 2:30 p.m. Children and Young People's Missionary Service at 3 p.m. Ravensong address on Missions at 7 p.m. St. Andrew's holds Matine at 11 a.m. with an address and Hoensong at 7 p.m. Rev. J. W. Young, Incumbent of Herring Neck, will participate in Missionary Services.
Readable Sunday schedules show United Church on South Side Little Harbour North Side Crow Head and Salvation Army and Wheeler Pentecostal Assembly. Services include morning Holy Communion Sunday School Bible Class Lay Reader and evangelistic meetings with week night services announced. Major and Mrs Wheeler invite all to attend.
Mrs Hiber Aitken sues John Pollock and Railway official marine engineering superintendent William Piercey for 50000 in damages after her husband a machinist fitter died from scalding on SS Home in June. Widow seeks 30000 damages through Barron and Jewis. Mr B J McEvoy represents defendants before Justice Dunfield.
Personal notices recount Mrs Matilda Downer visiting her daughter Mrs Raymond Young from Fogo. Miss Elsie Gillett visited Bonavista. Mr A E Sseley of Monroe Export Co Ltd leaves for St Johns on business. E J Linfield on annual business trip. Mr and Mrs J T Roberts went to Change Islands. John M Manuel returned from St Johns. Mrs Edward Facey went to St Johns. Ranger Davnes left the Ranger Force for home. Moz Russell of the Bank left on holidays. T Dunn arrived to relieve for two weeks. Noel and wife from Swisporte expected. Noel to manage the Bank temporarily. They will reside with Capt Francia Roberts. George Mutford went to Toronto to work in a malt factory. C L Hodge left for St Johns on Hodge Brothers business. Christopher Hart came from Fogo to enter hospital. Artie Willis discharged from Navy service with his mother. heading to St Johns for another operation on back and hip from enemy action. Mids Janet Earle accepted Matron position at the Mem. Sidney Wells in town from Campbellton.
The fishery at Fogo Change Totands and Herring Neck is hampered by bait shortage but fish remains plentiful. A new practice uses shelled shellfish in a sack to catch cod. a boat reportedly gained several quintals before wear. Government experiments with bait substitutes are noted amid varying reception.
The schooner Modern Flapper and Captain Goodyear brought freight to local firms last week, delivering goods and supporting regional commerce. The shipments signify ongoing trade activity and maritime cooperation with area businesses.
Tile of relief and danger spreads across multiple fronts as Russian troops advance toward Budapest while U S Third Army and Allied forces push from Metz toward the fortress city. Churchill visits Paris as demilitarization plans progress and Tirpitz is sunk by RAF bombers.
Magistrate Abbott presented for Elis Excellency the Distinguished Flying Medal to Mrs. A Scammell at the Scammell home in Change Islands. The award honors Flying Sergeant Bernard Thomas Scammell RAF, issued July 9 1943 for courage and duty. Attendees included Rev Davies Rev Butler and Mr F G Roberts.
The Notre Dame Bay Memorial Hospital Association held a meeting on Thursday evening November 16 at 8 in the hospital dining room. Magistrate B J Abbott chaired. Auditors report discussed and adopted. Directors filled vacancies with Joseph White Lewis Hill John Gillett and Paul Moores elected. Malcolm Loveridge re-elected secretary. J R Parsons appointed auditor for the coming year. Meeting adjourned at 11 50 pm.
Earle Sons and Co complete the water main to their fresh fish factory at Back Cove Fogo. Engineer Cummioga oversaw the project which is regarded as substantial work.
Anspedt Iedy and Mrs Deborah LeDrew of Change Islands aged 92 recall Miss Bridger links to Wild Cove relatives. Capt. F Roberts plans a winter stay in Brooklyn New York with his sons. Engineer Boyd and Mr B Burton will operate the Mise Twillin gate on schedule when weather allows. Many express sentiment to revert to standard time, arguing for sun time in winter and spring.
Sdr Mollie and Capt Roat Chaulk transported freight here last week. Capt Chaulk is reported well after his ordeal off St John's when he was barred from entering friendly territory.
Prevailing south and east winds aid fuel savings but raise illness risk. Birds head offshore, while codfish runs plentiful along coast in the latest fishing note.
The Public Wharf construction is suspended for the season. Next year a timber supply is hoped to enable completion with about fifty feet more length. Messrs B J Abbott S M J White BE Facey and K E French returned from a hunting trip with their cargo of moor stones.
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