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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 23, 1939
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun announces Notes of Thanks Memoriam Notes and Announcements available at 25 conte each. Public notices are published from the North Side office in Twillingate with Friday guidance. Postings accepted until Wednesday noon and opinions of correspondents are not guaranteed by the paper.
Reports claim a covert German radio station near the western frontier has been relaying British facts about Germany to sway German morale. The broadcasts prompted unrest and strikes, with observers noting potential Allied impact on German resolve and possible fear within Hitler’s regime as propaganda and censorship collide.
Personal notices list numerous residents and visitors traveling by boats and steamers. Arthur Gillett and Johnj Davidson returned by Jones boat from Botwood, Davidson to Esmond, Gillett to Lewisporte by Little Grace, with others including Mrs. W. J. Moore, Mrs. Bert Moore, Mrs. Harvey from St Johns, Mrs. House from Ray Roberta, E. Facey from St Johns, and Mr. Hawkins from Canada visiting friends. Sergt Martin and S Loveridge noted travels via Edwina and Geidom, while Adjt Rideout returned from district visit by Ranger to LaScie.
Capt. Puglius from Moreton's visited town last week while Mr. Scott from St. John's oversees road culvert construction on Anstey Brothers' property. Mr. R. B. Smith traveled to St. John's this week.
Advertising fragment promotes Gillett's Pure Flake Lye for cleaning grease from pots and pans and for clearing clogged drains. Claims include cutting through heavy dirt and washing it away with ease. The text lacks clear publication context or date.
Charles Vineham, a seafaring fisherman long to Labrador and later living with his daughter in South Side, died August 13 at 75. He leaves two brothers, three sisters, two daughters, and many relatives. Funeral at Arm Cemetery with Rev. Pitt, scripture from Revelation.
Notice states the 1st Twillingate Girl Guide Company will hold a meeting in their ball on Monday night at 17 90. The notice provides a specific time and venue for the local unit’s gathering.
List of patients admitted to Hoapital including Mrs Solomon Hurley and Miss Flossie Burton at Gander Bay and WaSde, with other towns. Discharges include Mrs John Andrews and infant at Crow Head and several others. births noted for Mrs George Collins Twillingate and Mrs John Perry Indian Isles. Bonnie Nell completed South Bay voyage with 263 patients seen 10 visits ashore 3 minor operations 267 teeth drawn 21 advised admissions.
French and German air and ground forces clash with heavy losses on the Western front. German counterattacks stall against French lines, while British naval reports note attacks on German submarines and seizures of German war supplies. Russia negotiates neutrality in the East as border clashes surge in Poland and Ukraine spillover draws refugees toward Roumania. Ranger Clarence Mercetia lies unconscious at General Hospital after a patrol accident on the Badger to Grand Falls road.
The front reports heavy movement as German Russian forces push toward Poland’s borders. Leaders including Mosticki Beck and Swigley Rydz cross into Paria from Bucharest amid threats to Poland. Britain vows continued fight for Polish independence as Russia and Germany plot divisions. S
A nostalgic home baking claim promotes Robin Hood Flour, praising its moist loaf and rich flavour. The ad urges readers to order from their dealer and promises a money back guarantee plus 10 percent bonus if not satisfied after two bakings.
A lyrical meditation on memories kept within the heart and soul. The speaker recalls fragrant yesterday hours and the joy and sorrow that entwine, promising that cherished thoughts endure beyond changing times.
Margaret Lunnen and Arthur Gillett were married at St Peter’s Church in a ceremony conducted by Rev J Goodland. The bride wore white georgette crepe and bouquets, was given away by her father, and was attended by relatives and friends. After the signing, the party returned to the bride’s home for supper, followed by a shower at the U F Hall.
A brief wedding wish noting sincere best wishes to the couple for a long, joyful future together.
A quiet wedding united Adr iane Butt of Musgrave Harbour and Rev H L Warr of Bishop's Falls on Saturday Aug 19 at 11 o'clock at Cochrane St Centennial Church. Matron of honor was Mrs H M Dawe and Dr H J Pottle was best man. Rev H M Dawe officiated. A noon luncheon followed at Rev and Mrs Dawe’s home with Dr S Paga and Mrs Whiteway among guests. The couple will move to Bishop's Falls where Mr Yarr serves as pastor of the United Church.
Confederation Life announces a peat burning demonstration by Mr Viguers at the Exhibition between 4 and 6 pm on Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Exhibits include green and semi dried peat from Twillingate peat bogs. Due to seasonality a single gallon of produce will be accepted for potatoes instead of two gallons as listed in the prize list.
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