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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Sep 29, 1945
Page
4
The Twillingate SuA from September 29 1945 lists notes of thanks memoriam and announcements. It notes charges for notes and announcements and states it cannot guarantee insertion for communications received after Wednesday noon. Editor Roberts Proprietor staff disclaim responsibility for correspondents opinions.
Reports from Allied policy wrangles in Japan and Balkans spark analysis. Zhukov to meet Truman in Washington as strikes and wage demands surge in the United States. Local shortages in soap sugar milk prompt discussions of rationing and old time home crafts to keep preserves.
A statement from St. Johns dated September 14, 1945, notes inspections by officials to explore using the former Canadian Navy administration building for government departments. Public Health and Welfare will occupy space, with Public Works reviewing blueprints and plans to reopen the museum after vacating ground floor. No 2 hospital at Quidi Vidi Road will be taken over for TB care at the General Hospital.
At the Conference of Foreign Ministers in London the Big Five debate peace terms for Finland and Roumania amid fears of a breakup as Russia presses Eastern Europe. Yugoslavia proposes Trieste as an independent state under its sovereignty. Reports of Hirohito abdication are officially denied in Tokyo. Hawassa Haile Selassie stresses Ethiopia claims to Eritrea Somaliland and condemns excluding Ethiopia from the Five Power Conference. Todian Congress rejects British plans seeking full independence. Emperor Hirohito meets General MacArthur at Tokyo HQ, with Japanese public reaction noted.
The government announced a scheme to relieve Newfoundland’s doctor shortage by providing annual loans of 500 dollars to medical students entering Medical Schools outside the province. Pre medical work is finished and candidates have been accepted by Dalhousie University in Halifax.
Mr Mosdell reports Newfoundland must secure top coal from North Sydney this season to meet winter needs. He observed Sydney inquiries for the Dept of Supply at St John s. Several northbound schooners have loaded and are en route with priority shipments before navigation closes.
Widespread discontent in Montreal and other cities over meat access triggers disturbances. Canning plants shuttered and ocean shipments delayed by longshoremen strikes amid government reviews and King’s planned European visit to assess conditions and embassies.
Mrs Arthur Gill traveled to Cerbonear two weeks ago to attend the funeral of her father Capt Winsor who died at Fogo. The late captain was long a foreign going man in sailing craft.
Personal notices list residents traveling to Bishop's Falls Toronto Brooklyn McGill University and Corner Brook. Names include Sergi Frank Mrs Mercer Satouel Anstey Jr Arthur Simms Owen Blackler I Butler Maloney Neeseworthy Colbourne Kearley Loveridge Gillett Jenkins Mutford Earle Wood Harold Wood Mildred Manuel Rideout Roberts and others with departures to farms cities and schools amid weekly movements.
The Reperts family of Wild Cove expresses gratitude to all who helped during Ronald’s illness and passing on September 10. They thank those who sent wreaths sprays and flowers and acknowledge Mr Danley Anstey the doctors and Nurse Drover for their kindness.
The notice details amendments to Current Export Bulletin No. 276 increasing items eligible for shipment to Newfoundland under General Licence. It notes changes to the export control structure per Comprehensive Export Schedule N No. 18 and advises firms to obtain Bulletin copies from the Government Printing Office or consult the Department of Supply for more information. H Y Crosse Secretary for Supply. 18th September 1945.
The N P A notice has been updated. the original Thursday October 4 date is moved to Tuesday October 2. The change affects the scheduled event timing and affected participants should adjust plans accordingly.
Shipping notices show Schr. Reasonable docking in port on Tuesday en route north. MV Marion Elizabeth delivered coal for Gov offices on Tuesday morning. MV Mont-Marry Capt John Blackwood visited Williamsport with coal for the whaling station. Harriett Walton Capt Robert Rendell ran ashore at Port au Port with 150 tons coal destined for Mid Labrador Export Co. Ltd.. crew landed safely. M.W. Dauntless arrived from St Johns with freight for Ashbournes Ltd. and others. Capt David White active in lumber trade from Gander Bay. Yester day his schr brought fish from Change Islands to A. Mannel.
The notice invites ex servicemen to apply to the Director of Civil Re-establishment for entry into planned classes in high school and elementary education. It requests preferred course, educational standard, and whether day or evening classes are desired.
Saint Peter's Lodge No.12 of the Society of United Fishermen in Twillingate reports finalizing a petition drive for a canal survey between Chanceport and Bridgeport Notre Dame Bay. The resolutions totaling 3761 signatures were sent to the Commissioner for Public Utilities in St John’s with support from multiple local lodges and grand bodies. The commissioner acknowledged receipt and promised to consider the request with possible early surveying. The SUF committee thanks supporters and will issue further information when available.
A letter to the editor urges the establishment of uniform taxi rates in Twillingate. The writer cites rumours of inflated charges for locals and visitors, notes many towns publish posted rates, and asks for public postings to prevent confusion. The letter also references a veteran’s job refusal and calls for honest, standardized pricing.
Squid have appeared in the area this week and were used as bait. Several boats report good cod catches over the past few days.
Telephones require overhaul or haul for repairs. Several phone holders report no business and calls going unanswered as the company lacks supplies to complete repairs.
Report indicates several sheep were killed by dogs over the past week at Wild Cove and recently at Hart's Cove. Dogs roam at night, leaving owners worried about livestock losses and safety.
A series of light rains and a cold northerly breeze brought early Sunday snow. Water wells ran low during the dry spell and residents travelled long distances to obtain water.
Father Carey, son of Mr. Thomas Carey of Fortans Harbour, is reported to be released from a Japanese prison camp in Singapore.
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