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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 23, 1944
Page
4
The Twillingate Sun, the North Coast paper established 1889, states it publishes notes of thanks and memoriam notices for 25 cents each. It warns editors cannot guarantee insertion of lengthy letters received after Wednesday noon and disclaims responsibility for correspondents' opinions.
The article argues the northern service fails both freight and passenger needs. It contrasts the old two-boat system serving St John s Cook s Harbour and Straits Humbermouth with the current single steamer plan. It notes delays, seasonal limits, and the difficulty of handling freight and passengers, urging a return to the older two-boat link to improve coverage and reliability.
A public meeting at the Court House formed a steering committee to raise 75000 for rebuilding Harbour Grace homes. About 30000 has been subscribed. radio talks in St John’s urge islandwide support. Grand Falls and western and southern communities have begun collections. Magistrate Abbott opened the meeting at 8:30 pm and Mr Jobo C was chosen chairman.
Loveridge named Secretary and T G W Ashbourne Treasurer at Harbour Gracians meeting. Chairman urged building new homes and anticipated a strong funds collection. Severn spoke in favor. Finance Committee forms a Sub Committee led by H J Pardy with Arthur Butcher as secretary. collectors to meet Monday night at the Court House to arrange details.
Patrol men urge St John authorities to raise road work wages citing higher living costs and increased feed prices for horses. They note other government services offer higher pay and war bonuses, demand back pay for past years, and compare horse and man wages to justify parity.
The Gladys Mosher captained by E W Roberts with pilot Dawe of Fort Gary completed two summer trips to Hudson Bay Posts in Ungava Bay. The echr carried freight from St John’s to Cartwright, loaded from the S8 Nascopie for the far north, and then returned to Hebron on the Labrador to make another north Ungava Bay post run. The ship was here Tuesday and left for St John’s the next morning.
The Kyle struck an uncharted rock entering Englee last month causing six achooners to block the harbor entrance. No light on the wharf that night at 12:30 a.m. and repairs were not extensive. the ship is back in service. Various vessels arrived or departed with fish and freight, including Edna Louise with 900 qtls to Ashbournes Ltd and Ida M. Clarke home at Moreton’s Hr with 1400 qtls.
A box of books sent from Library Fleadquarters has been received by the local library. New books will be ready for readers today Saturday while the used books will be shelved next week. Readers are reminded of the yearly Library Board meeting at Court House this Thursday September 28 at 8 15 p m.
Principal Arthur G. R Young notes Grade XI honours for Nellesa Kelligrew Amy N Ralph. Passes listed for Clanrice J Samson Dorcas Samson Jean L Samson Gerald W Samson. Grade IX includes Violet M Sancon passing Bs with one pass.
The Newfoundland Agency of the Confederation Life Association reports a promising 1944 with eight months near two million dollars in new standard plan business, excluding group policies. Head office figures show 24 to 25 percent of Newfoundland’s life insurance market, among twelve operating companies, confirming strong agency growth and trust in the war effort drive. Quality field staff and a reputation for fair dealing underpin ongoing leadership in local life insurance.
Twillingate committee asks public help for Harbour Grace fire victims. Collections planned with section collectors and specially printed envelopes to aid reconstruction of homeless families. Donations requested within ten days, chairman B J Assort and secretary Joan C Lovegroes oversee the appeal.
The N P A and W P A Twillingate branches presented Lance Corporal Newman Butt with a gift and money before his departure overseas. The ceremony, held at the Magistrate's Office, included introductions by Rev J Good land and remarks from Magistrate Abbott who welcomed him as a Twillingate citizen. Newman Butt is brother to Jack Butt in France with the 59th, and another brother, Mr B H Butt, is also mentioned.
A truck driven by Philip Anstey backed on a wharf at Ashbournea Ltd and fell through a weakened section to the water below. The vehicle carried about 30 quintals of dried codfish and the driver remained trapped in the cab until the load and vehicle were submerged. Several nearby men narrowly avoided injury as the tide was low and the fish remained undamaged.
The family expresses gratitude to kind friends for support during illness and death of their husband and father. Appreciation extends to those who sent wreaths, letters, and sympathy cards for Mrs. James Srancer and family.
In memory of Mark Ripout who departed this life September 18 1942. A day of remembrance and regret, a grandson's sorrow, and a note that the world forgets. A storm with heavy wind and rain, forecast warnings from air and St Johns, caused damage near Corner Brook and along the Railway.
A large herring meal plant at Summerside Bay of Islands was destroyed by fire on Monday. The modern facility, owned by Cheslie Crosbie and partners, was the largest in North America. Loss estimated at 300000, jeopardizing Fall fishing business.
Mr and Mrs Karl W Brigden of Needham Massachusetts arrived by motorboat fortnight ago and stay with Mr and Mrs Adolphus White on South Side Mrs Brigden is the White family's niece and daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Fred Blake of Boston formerly of Gibsonport This is Brigden’s first Nesg Newfoundland trip and Mrs Brigden’s first return since 1914 They plan to return to the United States on September 26.
Richard Stucklesa aged 88 died at Moreton's Hr on September 19. He left three sons and four daughters. Funeral was held September 21 with Rev J Goodland officiating.
Allied forces push into German soil as American and British troops advance in northern France and Belgium while Canadians shell positions near Boulogne. Soviet troops move toward the Baltic states as Denmark, Holland, and Norway see upheaval. Far east battles unfold in China, Burma, and the Philippines with Japan expanding and retreating along coastal and inland fronts.
Report notes airborne troops landings in Holland and advancing Allied forces press Calaia Dunkirk pocket while La Havre is captured. Many German prisoners arrive in poor condition though some are intoxicated. Belgian and Dutch partisans aid the drive. Russians advance on Narva. Boulogne in Canadian hands with lingering German resistance. Flying bombs strike fronts as fighting continues.
Personal notes recount visits and movements of residents and visitors across Newfoundland towns. Mrs. Osmond Miss French and Miss Harris traveled from Moreton's Harbour. Miss Harris works in China and Miss French teaches Indians at Port Simpson. Several others visited towns like Change Islands Herring Neck and Bay Roberts, with crew members from ships and locals from Lewisporte Grand Falls Millertown and Battle Harbour mentioned.
A note indicates two Articles postponed from the previous issue due to space limits are now scheduled on page three of this issue. Readers are advised to check the continuation for full details and updates.
The report lists multiple church services across St. Peter's St. Andrew's United Church Little Harbour North Line Crow Head and other locations with times for Matins Evensong Sunday School Bible Class Lay Reader Holiness Meeting and praise and salvation meetings. Services will be conducted by the Corps Officers with a cordial invitation to all by Mayor and Mrs Wheeler.
The Pentecostal Assembly lists a devotional service at 10 30 a m a Sunday school at 3 p m and a prayer service at 6 30 p m with a 7 00 p a liturgical service following.
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