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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 26, 1942
Page
2
A collage of quirky and wartime items from British and American press. Debates on censorship and manners, war reports, jokes and slang, and a Britain versus Germany homefront snapshot with stats on blitz damage and housing, plus clips about public notices and a dog bite case.
A U S Army man recounts a surprise ride with Queen Mary during a 1940s visit. He describes hitching a lift in a large car, conversing with two ladies and a British colonel as they travel about 14 miles to his destination, and learning the queen identifies herself after a brief exchange.
Mandy-Ab asks for a quantity of sanctified milk from the grocer and hints at a need for inflammation relief. The grocer responds with a cautious approach and guidance on available products.
Fuller of Rochester Michigan first soldier to thumb a ride with the Queen mother. The story centers on mistaken private identification and public fascination as Fuller keeps a good luck charm marked M.A. and recounts a brief roadside exchange.
A news reel showing Hitler entering a plane was halted after a spectator shouted a farewell to Hess. German officials demanded the interrupter reveal identity but no one spoke. After a pause the officials apologized and the lights came up.
A veterinary surgeon advises a farmer to blow powder into a horse’s throat via a gas pipe. The farmer rushes in distressed as the horse reportedly blows first, prompting a grim misadventure and a punchline about the horse’s dramatic response.
A dialogue notes a prominent husband's career in industry with multiple dismissals. The exchange implies resilience and ongoing influence despite job losses.
A small boy is scolded by his mother for rude behavior toward his nurse. She orders him to apologize and kiss the nurse, recalling the face slap his father gave. The exchange highlights childhood discipline and family dynamics.
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