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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 20, 1941
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun lists policy for notices including notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements. It states a 25 cent charge per insertion and notes that late communications received after Wednesday noon may not be printed.
Weather hampered air operations over Germany but a major attack targeted Essen Cologne and later Frankfurt while raids extended to Lille Lansson Le Trait and northern sea lanes. Naval losses grew as Allied forces sank ships off Norway and Sicily and battles raged near Leningrad as Russian advance pressured German supply lines.
The letter argues for upgrading the Twillingate Telephone and Electric Co to a public utility model. It urges a new centralized system with more party lines or central offices, stricter regulations, and better service for business, government, and private users to boost adoption and traffic. It notes growth in trade and calls for faster modernization since 1913.
The Duke of Kent enters St Johns on a flat visit to the Oldest Colony. His reception in Newfoundland has been of continual recognition by all in contact, reflecting loyalty to the Royal Household.
Government owned bait freezer Captain Fudge returned from Labrador this week. He notes cold blustery weather and poor herring catches this season with only 120 bris caught and frozen. About 15 bankers operate on the grounds but bait scarcity curtails activity. At Frenchman’s Island Jas Baird Ltd packing plant, around 500 bela of herring have been packed.
The tribunal released a report on the Buchans dispute recommending a seven percent hourly raise and overtime pay at five and a half. It also urges recognizing the Union as the bargaining agency as two thirds of employees are members.
The hospital admitted numerous patients including Miss Betty Yerman Change Islands Mrs Maxwell Burt Fair Bank Hayward Boone LaScie and others. Discharges listed include Mrs Jobo Lacrey Mrs James Thompson David Handcock and several more with locations such as Botwood Lush's Bight and Point Leaming ton. Deaths noted include Mrs Esau Mercer Victoria Cove and Clarence Sharpe Head with other scattered remarks about personnel movements and military status.
William Marsh died at the Arm on Monday aged 51. Funeral held Wednesday at St Andrew's with Rev Goodland. Clarence Sharpe died at the Hospital on Tuesday night aged 38, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Edward Sharps. Funeral Thursday with Rev T J Pitt, interment at U C Cemetery, BB Head.
Most fishermen report solid cod catches with daily loads at the Arms. A two man crew earned $20 on Wednesday, signaling healthy fishing days ahead. If weather holds, strong fisheries activity could boost cash flow from fillets to the Fresh Fish plant and rivers to the Oi factory.
The Twillingate Branch of the Newfoundland Patriotic Association will meet in the court house at 3 p.m. on Tuesday September 30. The notice urges attendance and outlines the schedule for the gathering.
Richard Hibbs former member of Parliament died at his home in Kelligrews on the 9th iost aged 65.
A notice seeks all kinds of unused Newfoundland postage stamps for purchase. The advertiser offers high prices and prompt cash payment and provides the sender’s address at Flat Islands, Bonavista Bay, via Frederick Trickett, a teacher.
Personal visits from Azariah Small and Cecil Facey, with others in town this week. Mentally ill patient moved to St John’s Hospital. Edwin Facey and several salesmen in town. Ranger relief at hospital. Anstey on holiday from Corner Brook. Bennett heads to Catalina for a new post after twenty years with Nild Labrador Export. Squid delayed, fall fishery at risk if bait scarce. some sections report plentiful fish otherwise. Trade Review.
A breeze rose yesterday morning from the NNE improving unsettled conditions. Last year no breeze appeared and high winds prevailed through fall up to after New Year.
Captain Lan White plans to deploy his fish at the Arm and at Purcell's Harbour for preparation and sale, outlining routine steps in fishing and harbor operations.
Reported clashes unfold as German suppressions target trade unions, Boy Scouts, and other groups. About 400,000 Norwegians face increasing German pressure and disruption of civic organizations.
Report states Japan is likely to seek withdrawal from Axis links and pursue cooperation with Democracies. Source emphasizes shift toward alliance with Allied powers and the broader wartime realignment efforts.
Newfoundlander can cure eczema by Wheeler antiseptic healing ointment. Rub on well as a liniment to relieve chest colds piles and inflamed joints etc. Price 50c per bottle post paid.
His Royal Highness the Duke of Kent visited St John’s and reviewed troops at Fieldian Grounds. Reports from the Eastern Front note German losses near Leningrad and a Russian southern offensive while Allied push plans include Tank Week and expanded Lend Lease.
The Nellie A. Cluett mission vessel sails for its first voyage carrying livestock fuel and essential supplies. Beside cargo, it bears unseen cargo of courage faith and Christian aid for Newfoundland and Labrador communities as Sir Wilfred Grenfell’s work continues.
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