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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Nov 24, 1945
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun imprint lists the newspaper office on the North Side Twillingate Nova Scotia notes, with editor Roberts as proprietor. The notice mentions charges for notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements at 25 cents per inch for space.
The piece discusses delays in trains and steamer connections due to weather, the need for better northern mail service, and the desire to reserve space at St John’s for local buyers while arguing for reliable schedules and faster handling of heavy freights and light mail. It notes contributions from readers and reflects on government arrangements for mail and transport.
Mr Gushue announced that Mid fish will be in demand for another two years, signaling extended market need and potential price stability for industry players and buyers alike.
The vote in the St John’s municipal election this month shows Mayor Carnell gaining 3107 votes while councillor contenders Spratt 3926 Mews 3398 Vardy 3061 Ryan 2922 Kelly 2901 Jerrett 2543.
Dr J M Olds returned from St John's on Sunday and Mr Edwin Facey also journeyed to St John's that day. Perlin & Co came from Lewisporte by the Margaret Rose on Wednesday. Nelson Hodder returned to Gander on Saturday, leaving by motor boat Jensie C. Mrs Almon Boyd and Miss Gladys Boyd, with friend Mr Arther Chaulk of Elliston, were in town yesterday from Tizzard's Harbour. Chaulk spent five years in the Royal Artillery and has recently been discharged.
S. U. F. St. Peter's Lodge No. 12 will convene in the White Degree on Monday night November 26. All members and those eligible for initiation are urged to attend, Worthy Master.
A former sailor recalls severe rheumatic pain from sciatica and a leg that "felt like a ton weight." After using Kruschen Salts for a week, he reports marked improvement and returns to sea. The ad attributes rheumatic pain to wine acid deposits and touts Kruschen as dispersing them for kidney elimination.
An aged and respected citizen Frederick Phillips died Monday at 78. A fisherman who spent summers on the northern floater fishery and freighted with his late brother Captain John Phillips, he was a skilled shipwright and a humble churchgoer at South Side United Church. He leaves two sons in New York, three daughters, and was cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Bert Welsh during illness. Funeral Thursday at South Side Church with Rev Baggs officiating. Loyalty and R. B. P. Lodges paid respects.
Elmo Stockley an orderly at Memorial Hospital died suddenly Thursday morning at his South Side home. He was twice married and leaves a wife, father, brother, and sister. He belonged to LOQA and served as a Salvation Army Soldier.
An enquiry held by the Magistrate investigates the crash involving Harris Hatlyn driving A Manuel's motor van and Randell's horse and cart. Randell remains in hospital, progressing slowly after the mishap. hearing details are not yet available.
Mr. John Preston wed Miss Ida Earle of Lewieporte on a Saturday ceremony at Port Hope Simpson. The couple's marriage marks a union between Port Hope Simpson and Lewieporte with local witnesses and church attendance noted.
The Church of St Michael's hosted the October wedding of Nellie Grace Harnett and Gordon Frank. Rev T Greavett officiated, with bridesmaids in lime green and maroon gowns, bride in Liberty satin, Amelian Beauty roses, Deltah pearls, and a richly decorated service. Reception at Cochrane Hotel followed by dancing, toasts, and remarks from the families.
Reports from St Johns on November 16 describe ongoing Indonesian nationalist activity and a naval base holdout while Allied leaders Truman Attlee and King meet in Washington to decide on atomic information. Violence flares in Tel Aviv with casualties as British troops rush in. A local TB association meeting in St Johns features Dr Olds of Twillingate. UK postoffice loosens gift parcel rules but with food limits. Indonesian extremists declare war on British forces in Batavia. De Gaulle faces Communist opposition over cabinet seats. A fire destroys the Whitbourne boys training school, prompting heroic efforts to save younger residents.
In memory of Samuel Saith formerly of Wild Cove Twillingate entered into eternal rest August 23 1945 Services held at the Parlors 24 South Grand Avenue Baldwin Lt New York on Saturday August 25 1945 at 2 pm Officiating Reverend A Gordon MacKory Interment Greenfield Cemetery Hempstead LI New York
The article reports average daily earnings of cutters across four divisions at $535, with hundreds averaging $7.09 daily. It notes many workers achieve high pay not as isolated cases, and compares 4.25 and 5.35 daily earnings to days worked. Boarding costs 60 cents daily, over a dollar paid by the company. Wood costs per cord range from $3.10 to $3.30, with cords placed for scaling.
Notice announces the Best C. M. Wheeler motor will start a scheduled service with weekly trips to Virgin Arm connecting with Mr. Joseph Gillard or other boats at Dark Hole from Lewisporte and elsewhere. Trips go around Indian Cove to Dark Hole on Mondays Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The Newfoundland Tuberculosis Association with St John’s Rotary Club launches Christmas Seals to fund TB work island wide. A large seal supply aims to reach every home, with sales beginning November 23 and distribution of a 50 000 double barred cross symbol free to schoolchildren on December 5 in principal towns. Mr F M O’Leary chairs the Christmas Seal drive.
M. W. Kensweeney and Capt. T. Whynacht put in port Thursday night and brought salt bulk fish to East Coast Fisheries for Gloucester Massachusetts.
A fire started by spontaneous combustion of a sulphur deposit threatens Tilt Cove copper mines and may burn for years. The Government is expected to issue a full report on the incident and its impact.
A social was held at the Court House on Thursday night to honor Able Seaman Wilfred T Curtis Royal Navy LAC Ernest Peyton Royal Air Force and Gunner Jobo T White Royal Artillery.
The season’s first snow storm arrived midweek with a Tuesday report at St. John’s. Winds shifted from east to north the next day bringing heavy seas. Frost was scarce. cars remained drivable though light snowfall lingered on the streets.
A mare of 600 weight in good condition is offered for sale. Apply to Shrine Burton at Hart's Cove for details.
A notice states a sum of money was picked up at a wharf during October. The owner may recover by proving property and paying the costs of this advertisement. The notice references BROTHERS: Path Ende and indicates a salvage or claim process.
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