Letters

Mr. Colville Petty,OBE
C/o The Anguillian Newspaper
P.O.Box 98
The Valley
Anguilla

Dear Mr. Petty,

Ever since the time of my residency in Anguilla (left in 1998) I have been an admirer of your wit, though at times I have had to admit that it was somewhat irreverent. That aside I have found you to be a true wordsmith and your social commentary, delivered via the vehicle of humor, to be rather penetrating. One of your recent installments, (“I Go To Prepare… And I Will Come Again,” publishing date: 10.12.2004) was superlative in its class.

The Editor
The Anguilian

THE MARK ROMNEY AFFAIR

It was very interesting to read Mark Romney’s comments (The Anguillian, Apr. 1, 2005) regarding his experience at the port, the status of “Anguillians,” and the rules/regulations with reference to the passport dilemma.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

ADDRESSING
SEXUAL CRIMES

I read with much interest parts one and two of Alex Richardson’s Legal Notes column on the legislation relating to sexual offences in Anguilla.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

FAIR ELECTION,
SATISFACTORY RESULTS

I made it my business to be in Anguilla for the general elections last month and traveled around the various polling stations to have a good look.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Mr. Editor:

CONTROLLED
DEVELOPMENT IS
IMPORTANT

I have been a regular visitor to Anguilla for so many years that I think it is time I should apply for a permanent status or naturalization – call it what you may.

The Editor
The Anguillian

ANGUILLA’S DEBATING
TEAM COMMENDED

Dear Sir:

Anguilla offers many gifts to visitors not all having to do with sun, sea, beaches, fine restaurants and friendly people.

The Editor
The Anguillian

VOTING IN ANGUILLA

I tell you what:Voting in the Anguilla elections was the most archaic and arcane process I have endured in quite some time. The Governor and the entire Government for that matter ought to be so ashamed of the morass, that nothing else should be placed on the agenda of the Island Council but that which would reform the entire process before any other business is conducted.

The Editor
The Anguillian

This Thing
Called Development

Dear Mr Editor,

I don’t want to sound like a naysayer or the voice of negativity, but my heart is burdened even as the entire island seems to rejoice with the return of our government to office and our march to ‘development’ seems set to continue.

Dear Editor,

Thank You

Last Saturday the Parish of St. Gerard’s was reminded once again of the true meaning of “community” with the success of their 22nd Annual West Indian Garden Party. This huge undertaking was accomplished with the help of many individuals, some members of the Parish of St. Gerard’s and many other members of this island community who, year after year, assist in one way or another through donations of food, time or talent with this event.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

NO VOTES FOR SALE

In every election in Anguilla there are tales about politicians on both sides of the fence paying for votes in one fashion or another but, from my observations, it is some people on the island who tempt the politicians to exchange favours for votes.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

STANDING TALL

I would appreciate a little space in your valuable newspaper to say something that makes me feel good. I want to let all Anguillians know that I, Winston Harrigan, am standing tall in support of our Government having been returned to office with full strength. It is all for the development of Anguilla and for its people.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Editor,

“It takes a Village
to Raise a Child”

The Royal Anguilla Police Force has just completed a week of activities where the participation of the community was highlighted in the reduction and solving of crimes. We think this should be taken a step further. The older generation will recall that in their youth, adults of the community would, if necessary correct young persons for bad behaviour.

The Editor
The Anguillan Newspaper.

Dear Editor,
14-year-old speaks out

Please allow me a space in your newspaper to make public this letter. I took upon myself to write this letter to draw to the attention of those concerned the poor condition of the East End public roads. As a member of the East End community it is very disturbing to see the state of our roads.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

Some weeks ago the Government and the media drew attention to several illegal dumps in the western areas of the island and from the photographs I saw the situation was not only deplorable but dangerous.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

IS LEROY ROGERS STILL SPEAKER?

Oh dear, general elections in Anguilla are still some eight months away but already there appears to be much confusion on the island.
The latest thing I am hearing and reading about is the fiasco between Leroy Rogers, Speaker of the House of Assembly, and the leadership of the Anguilla United Front, the party now in Government.

Mr. Leroy Rogers has released for publication the following letters between himself and the leadership of the Anguilla United Front which are self-explanatory.

Letter to the United Front Leadership

I have resorted to putting these few words on paper before I am considered unmannerly and disrespectful to the leadership of the United Front Organization. I have asked that they be read in my absence so that my position on the matter could be clear, and secondly to register my protest for the way I have been treated as a United Front principal from its inception.

Anguilla United Front

June 6, 2004

Hon. Leroy Rogers
Shoal Bay
Anguilla

Dear Roy

We very much regret that you did not attend the meeting of the Executive Members of the Anguilla United Front (AUF) on Wednesday June 2, 2004. But we do appreciate the fact that you are submitted a letter setting out your claim to selection as the AUF candidate for the Valley North Constituency in the next elections and, on the assumption that you would not be selected, informed the Party that you will contest the next general elections as a matter of principle. While we must consider your strong sentiments, we firmly believe that an amicable resolution of this matter may have been better served by your presence.

Leroy C. Rogers
P.O. Box 239
Shoal Bay
Anguilla

June 29, 2004

Hon. Osbourne Fleming & Hon. Victor F. Banks
Political Leaders
Anguilla United Front Party
The Valley
Anguilla

Dear Osbourne & Victor

I write to confirm receipt of your letter dated June 6, 2004 where you stated categorically that the Anguilla United Front (AUF) has decided to renege on the agreement made amongst the leadership of the ADP and ANA in 1999/2000. During discussions between the two parties it was agreed that the AUF would support my candidacy to succeed the Hon. Eric Reid in the 2005 elections.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Editor

This letter is to acknowledge and thank the kind and generous people of Island Harbour who came to our aid and rescue on June 8. Within moments of our boat striking a reef and losing her rudder, David Webster, along with his son Rosss and Terrence Webster, was on the scene offering help. A second fishing boat with a solo skipper stood by the entire time ready to assist. After towing our boat out of harm’s way, our rescuers assisted us in towing our dinghy to the dock in Island Harbour.

The following Letter from The “Concerned Citizens of Anguilla” was handed in to the Governor’s Office and distributed to the public on Friday May 28 by Lolita Davis Richardson, Convener of Civil Society.

His Excellency the Governor
Government House
Old Ta
Anguilla

Your Excellency, we the people of Anguilla believe that it is the right of every colonial people to enjoy progressive Constitutional advancement to deliver the maximum possible level of self-government and to achieve a modern, non-colonial status. Anguilla is not an exception.