Letters

To: Javed Woods
Geshaune Clarke
Akeim Richardson

Thank you very much for your kind letters regarding your interests in having the proposed playing field site in Rey Hill completed.

The Editor,
Dear Mr. Editor:

SALARIES OF POLITICIANS

In your issue of 21st April, 2006, you reported the following: “House Members Salaries Increased – We Can’t Live on Pittance – CM”.

The Editor
Dear Sir:
THANKS FOR AN ACT OF HONESTY

My family and I wish to record our thanks to an Anguillian gentleman (whose full name we forgot) for his honesty, fine example and caring compassion.

The Editor,
Dear Sir:

ANGUILLA: A PLACE OF MANY ISSUES

I’d be grateful if you would kindly publish this letter which addresses a few matters and one which I fully take responsibility for.

The Editor
The Anguillian

YOUTH FORESEEING IN THE FUTURE

These are crucial times, and it would appear that as the society moves from bad to worst many have asked the question “where is the next generation heading?” This question has lead an Anguillian citizen to the quest of educating himself and in turn contributing positively to his community.
This Anguillian is Jamie D. Hodge.

The Editor
The Anguillian Newspaper

Dear Sir:

On March 30, 2006, the Primary Schools of Anguilla enjoyed their Annual Sports Day. There was much fun, laughter and good-natured competition.. It is gratifying to see positive attitudes being fostered at an early stage in a child’s development. Such attitudes must be carefully nurtured as children mature.

The Editor
The Anguillian Newspaper

Dear Sir:

In regarding the letter dated March 24, 2006, written by visitors to Anguilla, about the insulting and embarrassing encounter while strolling on one of Anguilla’s public beaches, some issues come to mind. Investors who are given permission to create a successful, multi-million dollar project on our island are entitled to safe, clean and secure beach areas for guests.

Letter to the Government and The Anguillian Newspaper

ENJOYING THE BEACHES

To: CM Osbourne Fleming, Hon. Victor Banks, Hon. Kenneth Harrigan, Hubert Hughes, Hon. Albert Hughes, Edison Baird & Hon. Evans Rogers, Ministers of the Island of Anguilla.

My husband and I first came to Anguilla in the early 1970’s. The first paved road had just been laid and the only electricity on the island was produced by owner operated generators. We fell in love with every inch of it – the atmosphere, the beaches and as everyone who comes here does, with the Anguillian people themselves.

The Editor
The Anguillian

A LETTER OF GRATITUDE

After sampling many islands in the Caribbean, my wife and I long ago decided that Anguilla was our favourite and we have been regular visitors for close to twenty years.
During our most recent stay in mid-February, my wife became ill and it was necessary to organize a medevac (medical evacuation) back to our local hospital in New Jersey.

The Editor
The Anguillian

March 19, 2006

Dear Editor,

BEACH POLLUTION AT RENDEZVOUS BAY

We awoke Sunday morning to a fleet of 16 sailboats anchored below our house in Rendezvous Bay. These boats with home ports as far away as Rio de Janeiro and as nearby as Marigot, were here for this year’s MoonSplash. Our daughter, home from college for spring break had come home during the wee hours after enjoying Bankie’s annual bash.

The following letter sent to the Chief Minister’s Office, by the West End concerned group, was copied to The Anguillian for publication.

22nd February, 2006

Hon. Mr. Osburne Fleming
Chief Minister
Chief Minister’s Office
The Valley
Anguilla B.W.I

Dear Sir,

We are a small, but vigilant, group of concerned citizens of Anguilla and in particular of the West End community. Over the past several months we have found ourselves sharing grave concerns in regards to certain activities affecting our community and hereby wish to bring them to your attention so that you could address urgently.

The Editor,
The Anguillian
Newspaper

Dear Sir,

First Impressions – last longest!

This heading is a universally accepted truth! It is also true to say that the future prosperity of Anguilla, and indeed most Caribbean islands, is heavily dependent upon the tourist industry. This being the case I thought your readers might be interested in hearing about my first impressions when my wife and I arrived on Wednesday of this week.

The Editor,
The Anguillian.

Dear Mr. Editor:

UNWARRANTED ATTACK ON IWANDAI GUMBS

I was appalled and incensed by the unwarranted attack on the person of radio personality Iwandai Gumbs by Opposition Member Hon. Hubert Hughes in the Anguilla House of Assembly on Tuesday, 21st February.

Since the start of the year the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Anguilla has had to address several life-threatening medical conditions related to motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds and lacerations. This is according to a press release issued by the Health Authority of Anguilla.

Dear Mr. Editor:

GIVE UP THE GUNS

I am of the opinion that if someone does not speak out against the gun-slinging here, the rocks will cry out. Everywhere you go among Anguillians, the question is being asked – “Lord what Anguilla is coming to?” A few years ago I could sleep in my home with doors and windows open, day and night, now I am afraid to stay inside with them closed.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

PEOPLE NEED TO
TALK TO THE POLICE

How in the name of the law when something happens in an area where there are houses and people that no one can see or hear anything? Such seems to be the case in Anguilla these days when a crime is committed.

Dear Nat

I wanted to share the attached story, outlining an incredible event in my life, with you and thank the Anguillian and especially Nat for making this miraculous event happen. If you wish to publish this story please do so.

The Anguillian Newspaper
Valley, Anguilla
B.W.I

Dear Editor:

Anguillians should know that during a meeting some years ago, that Hon. Osbourne B. Fleming held with Anguillians in New York, yours truly made the suggestion that the Government of Anguilla should strive to become more transparent, and seek to provide timely and accurate information to Anguillians on and around issues that affect their daily lives; as well as to create a public forum to give Anguillians a pro-active voice whereby they could express their opinions, and seek re-dress on issues and concerns.

The Editor
The Newspaper of Anguilla

Dear Newspaper Editor:

WANT A FRIEND
IN ANGUILLA

I am wishing to have in your part of the world a friend I can trust and hold dear to exchange words and good relations with.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Mr. Editor:

PEACE AT LAST?

My understanding is that the controversial Physical Planning Bill and the Labour Bill have been withdrawn in their present state following the historic protests by the people of the island – and rightly so.