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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 22, 1945
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun publishes from Twillingate Md with S Roberts as editor and proprietor. It notes charges for notes of thanks memoriam notes and announcements and states letters may be limited by size and Wednesday noon deadline.
The author argues for a two million dollar initial investment to build and fit new vessels, employing Cape Spear to Cape Bauld fishermen to relieve berth shortages and stimulate Labrador and western coast fisheries. A clear flag state policy for salted fish and renewed investment could reduce private firms’ burdens and boost revenue.
A letter argues against party politics proposing a national assembly with nonpartisan representatives elected by district. It warns that party systems breed division and brawls, favoring a single national ballot and annual electors meeting to debate and settle issues postwar. The writer notes postwar employment and industry choices will shape government.
Critics protest Secretary for Posts and Telegraphs Haig Smith attending the Rio de Janeiro Radio Conference at the country’s expense. The decision sparked objections after his departure and for denying leave to postal staff. Locally he rejected a Way Office petition and declined a carrier or postal box on North Island North.
Sir John C. Puddester states doctors who served in Europe reenlisted or volunteered for the Pacific. With the war over the flow may ease but securing medical personnel remains a trying problem across all parts of Nild.
A case against James Seeley for bigamy was heard before Tudge Dunfield at Grand Falls last week. Rev. S. Baggs testified to the first marriage. Seeley was convicted but released on a $100 bond to appear when called. The report notes it was the only criminal case on the Northern Circuit.
Mr. J. T. Roberts and Mr. Cecil Roberts secured horses landed from the Clyde on the last trip, each taking a horse for racing or work duties.
Questions arise whether Hospital rates have risen since rostago patients were billed two years ago. Multiple complaints focus on charges for X rays and other services this season.
Mr Curtis arrived at the hospital this week with a broken leg and a broken arm after traveling from Horse Islands aboard Mr Noble's boat.
The Ice Hunter took her ring from John Gillett and Son last week for UN RR.A.
A Tuesday stiff breeze from NNW raised heavy seas as a gale from Florida waned. Miami faced a 140 wind gust moving to the sea, while a second northward breeze was expected to bring winds from the south to the South Coast. Wells run low in the dry period and Gov't wells require deepening. Beavers build new shelters signaling a colder winter ahead.
Capt. Andrew Greenham sails Edna Louise back Saturday night bringing 950 bris fish. Earlier Speed Queen under Capt. Joseph Gillard delivered 400 fish. Gloria Jean under Capt. Charles Gillard returned with 450 more. Capt. Saul White arrives from Belle Isle with Ida M. Clarke adding 1550 gtla fish in total.
A long list of residents and guests visited from various towns and military and naval personnel on leave, with travel to and from Grand Falls, Corner Brook, Buchans, Fogo, Exploits, St. John’s, and Memorial College. Individuals include Marmaduke Manuel, Effie Bartlett, Isabel Minty, Donald Moores, Roy, James Seeley, Fred Roberts, Joan Harnett, B Bartle, Harry Qake, Delgado, Dan Roberts, Wm. Hayes, Ralph Evans, Arthur Hamlyn, Tom Ashbourne, Gordon, Allan Roberts, and others with movements to and from Buchans, Glencoe, Lewisporte, and England via ships and trains.
Mr and Mrs William House celebrate 50th wedding anniversary on the 15th while their son H A House and Mrs House mark their 25th anniversary on the 7th at St John s. It is noted as unusually close for a father and son to have a Golden and Silver Jubilee in the same year and within a week.
Herring supply tightens and UNRRA requests 200000 more barrels this fall to bolster markets. Officials say increased harvests and strategic reserves aim to stabilize prices and ensure food aid commitments are met.
From New York a shipment of 30 000 sacks of atgar was expected into St. John's this week most of which is to go north before close of navigation.
Fishermen at Little Harbour Parcell's Harbour and Friday's Bay are gathering and selling herring for UNRRA operations. The coastal activity reflects wartime relief effort and community participation in aid distribution.
The West Coast Fair kicked off at Corner Brook with a solid opening showing last week and sparked several references across the event. Attendees reported lively displays and early momentum for the fair’s activities and exhibits.
Mr Martin Young opens a mechanic shop on the South Side after resigning from Memorial Hospital where he worked as an electrician. He brings years of motor repair experience and electrical proficiency to his new venture.
Readers consider a daily fish sale to supply fresh cod, mackerel, and salmon to many families. With households aiming for three days a week of fish meals, demand could grow as people favor less oily mackerel and other species.
A hospital summary lists discharges including Doris King Merritt s H Hazel Philpott Laurenceton and many others with patients named from St John s to Twillingate and Port Anson. It records births for Ralph Rogers Potter Ginn Gedge Barrett Pinsent and notes several operations at Botwood Merritt’s Hr and Musgrave Hr by a range of doctors.
Death of Pearce Newman at Gander hospital after a life as Timekeeper for 27 years with A N D Co Ltd at Botwood. He leaves two sons and three daughters.
In 1945 C E E results from EB School list Miss Clara Greene Grade XI teacher and students Winnie Stryde Grade IX Marion Locke Grade IX Bessie Ashbourne Gertie Earle Vera Pippy Rupert Moores at Central School Twillingate.
William Joyce known as Lord Haw Haw was sentenced to death in London on Wednesday for treason as the English language propagandist for German radio during the war. The report notes his role in broadcasting Nazi propaganda and his treason charge. A fragment mentions a carpenter's bevel was picked up and can be claimed by paying the advertisement cost.
A report notes local youths throwing stones breaking palings and damaging windows. The writer warns to quit before arrest and mentions complaints about boys annoying an elderly couple on Church Hill.
The ceremony was held Wednesday evening at the S A Citadel with Major Wheeler officiating. Robert Wm Lambert married Miss Dorothy Louise Fronde, witnessed by M. V. Burin and Capt. Davis. The note mentions a separate UNRRA-related ferrying event yesterday.
In London the Foreign Ministers Conference continues as Italy and Yugoslavia push claims at the talks. Japan sees renewed actions with generals Koizumi and Yoshimoto reported to have committed hari-kari and renewed war council activity. The trial of Dr Klein and 46 Belsen camp keepers opens at Nuremberg amid murder charges. Britain’s export trade shows early improvement but lag behind pre war levels as strikes affect Ford layoffs.
The cabinet plans further removals of wartime figures under occupation. Two Tokyo papers face suspension for censorship violations. Konoye’s resignation is anticipated. Lord Haw Haw is sentenced to hang for treason, with defense planning an appeal. Laval goes on trial October 4 as Italy’s borders are set and Trieste becomes an international free port.
Capt. O Keefe of the S S Kyle reported a severe Labrador fishery season with about a dozen schooners not returning home and others scarce of paying voyages. Statlogett fishing on the upper coast had to quit early and report failure.
Report notes squid carcasses found north of shore and secured for bait. The description mentions odd handling with pork rind and fish scraps used as a shield for bait, suggesting improvised use over several weeks.
A Tuesday night event at the Court House featured a public welcome for men returning from overseas service. Attendees included A B Andrew Roberts R N craftsman Ernest Anstey R C E and Windsor resident 4 B Melvin Roberts R W. Rev S Baggs led the program with welcome addresses from Magis trate Spracklin and T G W Ashbourne. Music by Frank Anstey and performances by Margaret Randell and Bert Connelly with servicemen from the ship General Schmelin. Refreshments were provided by the Ladies. the National Anthem closed the evening.
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