VOLUME 15, NUMBER 12, JUNE 15th, 2007
Search and rescue was topic of seminar U.S. Coast Guard instructed civil servants and volunteers By Mirella Santillo A Search and Rescue (SAR) workshop was held in Marsh Harbour at Abaco Beach Resort between June 11 to 15. The presenta- tion was to better acquaint the various orga- nizations involved in rescue work with their colleagues and with their U.S. counterparts. The focus was primarily directed to those involved in maritime operations. The five days of meetings also gave Coast Guard personnel, U.S. Embassy staff and the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve an opportunity to work with and meet those whom they often deal with, although these encounters are usually impersonal radio or phone contacts. A variety of topics was presented in general terms. The intent was not to teach all the details of safe boating but to expose those present to the best use of available resources, to maximize successful results and to minimize problems. Abaco has a wealth of volunteer organiza- The U.S. Embassy in Nassau organized a seminar for police officers and volunteer services that are involved in search and rescue tions which operate mostly as antonymous operations, instructing the group on organizing, practices, safety, responsbilities, methods of assessing risk and cooperation between various agencies. About 30 attended the five-day course. It was held at Abaco Beach Resort on June 11-15. Many volunteers were Please see Seminar Page 4 unable to attend because it was held during the day when they were working.
Passport requirements for Reception honours Pathfinders U.S. citizens are relaxed recipients The United States is providing temporary extended to September 30th, 2007. Children travel flexibility to U.S. citizens who have under 16 years will be allowed to travel us- applied for a passport but have not yet re- ing only a child’s proof of ID. Those who ceived them. The ruling allows US citizens have not yet applied for a passport will not traveling by air to Canada, Mexico, the be accommodated. Those travelers without Bahamas, Bermuda and the Caribbean who passports will probably be subject to in- have applied for passports but not yet re- creased security checks. ceived them to temporarily enter and depart The passport rule put into effect earlier from the United Sates with a government- this year has clearly had an adverse impact issued photo identification in addition to on travel to The Bahamas. First quarter proof that a passport application has been visitor arrivals from the United States to made. The flexibility ruling is presently Please see Passport Page 23 Treasure Cay Marina hosts billfish tournament Ten new recipients were named to receive scholarships from the Abaco Pathfinders Foundation earlier this spring. They were honoured at a reception held at Abaco Beach Resort on June 3. As long as they maintain good grades, they will receive the scholarhips until they complete their course of study. Approximately 70 students have been assisted since the foundation was formed. The scholarships are for academic studies as well as technical and vocational courses. By Jennifer Hudson they were presented with their scholarship Congratulations to the ten new Abaco certificates. Pathfinders Scholarship winners for 2007. These young people were recently se- The scholarship recipients were hon- lected from a large number of applicants oured at a reception at Below Decks at the Abaco Beach Resort on June 3 when Please see Pathfinders Page 2
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The Abaconian PRST STD 9945 NW 88th Ave US POSTAGE Medley, FL 33178 PAID Forward and Address Correction Permit #2438 MIAMI FL 331 Two billfish were brought to the dock for weighing in the 24th annual Treasure Cay Billfish Tournament held on June 10-15. Forty-one billfish were caught during four days of fishing by 32 entrants. Shown here is Skipper Austin Burr with his crew who won second place on Ohana. See story on page 6. Page 2 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Ten students are assisted in further education Pathfinders From Page 1 be studying at the College of the Bahamas was read in which he stated how much he nursing at Palm Beach Atlantic University in Nassau, three will be attending colleges wished he could be there at the highlight this coming fall, encouraged the new college who were deemed outstanding by the inter- in the United States and one will study in of the year for Abaco Pathfinders. He students to,”Be determined to remain true viewing committee. The recipients will be Puerto Rico. The scholarship recipients mentioned a new award which is being to yourself and what you were taught. It going to colleges both at home and abroad for 2007 are Devonnya Russell, Kettlyne presented for the first time this year. “This will be challenging, but keep God first and this coming fall, thanks to the generosity Durosca, Tajah Deveaux, Andre Singh, is the Monty Albury award for excellence he will get you through.” of individuals and businesses in the Abaco Latonia King, Nickesia Jones, Cheynea and is presented at the judgment of the Words of advice from several other community. Turnquest, Ashley Knowles and Christine Board of Directors. No honour can exceed seasoned students included, “You need Two of the recipients attended the S.C. Fleurimond, and Naason Sands. being recognized in this way. By happy friends and study but choose your friends Bootle High School, five attended Abaco Mr Michael Albury, Chairman of the coincidence the first ever to be honored is wisely. Look for people who are progress- Central High School and three attended Abaco Pathfinders Scholarship Founda- Bradley Albury, son of Monty Albury.” ing to be your friends, not those who hang Forest Heights Academy. Six of them will tion who presented the certificates to the In addition to a plaque which he will out under the tree. Procrastination is your recipients, admonished them to keep, Bradley’s name has been placed on the worst enemy, do not put off studying until appreciate the gifts they have floating trophy which will be awarded annu- the last minute. Become involved in extra- been given. “Abaco Pathfinders ally to the student who has excelled to the curricular activities on campus. Do not try tries to make a difference in the highest degree. Bradley was not the recipi- to do too much at first or you will crash. lives of those who need it and ent of a scholarship since the scholarships Stay focused.” people donate to Abaco Pathfind- are awarded to students with the greatest The new recipients were reminded by ers because they see the standard financial need but he so impressed the entire Mrs. Richard that they must keep up their of the students, their grades and interviewing panel with his character and grades in order to retain their scholarships low dropout rate,” he stated. He academic achievements that he was deemed throughout the entire four years of their asked these young students not to the worthiest recipient of this new trophy. course. “You see how proud your parents forget Abaco Pathfinders when Mr. Michael Albury stated how great it are of you today, keep them proud.” they themselves are one day out is to see the confidence of the second-year Ashley Knowles, new scholarship recipi- in the world making money. students who have already completed one ent who is graduating from Forest Heights Mrs. Leazona Richard, who is year away. They were asked to give words Academy and will be attending Florida the new Executive Director of the of advice to the new recipients who will be Southern College in the fall, expressed the Abaco Pathfinders Scholarship leaving home for the first time this year. feeling of all of the new recipients when she Foundation, welcomed everyone Reenell Lowe, who will be a junior studying said, “I am nervous but excited.” to the seventh Abaco Pathfinders reception and stated that she is looking forward to working with Abaco Pathfinders which to date has already helped approximately 70 young people. “Now your Bradley Albury, a graduate of Forest Heights Academy, good grades are being rewarded,” was presented with the Monty Albury Award for she told the recipients. Excellence for his outstanding academic record. This A message from Mr. Jim is the first year it was awarded but it will be an annual Blumberg, past Chairman of the event honouring an outstanding student. This first Abaco Pathfinders Scholarship award went to Monty’s son. Michael Albury, left, is Foundation and present Chairman presenting the plaque to Bradley. of the Endowment Committee,
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15 Jun 07 Section A Continued in Section B, Page 3 Page 4 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 U.S. Embassy sponsored search and rescue The first expert, Lt. Randolph, explained is to check the weather before a planned few minutes the group returned with their From Page 1 Seminar that his job was to put together events such boat trip, to brief the passengers, make course of action. To their surprise, the ex- as this seminar. A former history teacher, he sure there are life jackets fitting everyone ercise was not on responding to the apparent bodies in loose association with companion was a member of the US Air Force Reserve on board and to insist that people wear them boat in distress but rather how the group groups as events move into other jurisdic- and is now a Navy Liaison officer. before leaving. interacted among themselves and handled tions or require additional assistance. The next expert, Coast Guard Auxiliary One of the session dealt with media rela- the information they had. The workshop was not geared to the gen- Lieutenant Burbank, said, “I hope that I tions in case of an emergency. Lt. Armand Mr. Dennis Lightbourn asked the audi- eral public but to members and management can contribute to the SAR seminar with my Randolph, who worked as Public Relations ence about the possibility of another seminar of those organizations directly affected in expertise. The main objective is education Affairs Officer and Search and Rescue Co- to be organized by BASRA and received a SAR operations. Thees included BASRA, of boaters to eliminate, as much as possible, ordinator in Rhode Island, outlined the rules positive response. However, before they the Royal Bahamas Police Force, the Royal SAR operations.” to a successful relationship with the media. meet again, he asked that participants bring Bahamas Defense Force, EMS personnel, The last expert was Mr. Michael Walker The media, radio in particular, is often used a list of three things: Red Cross members, fire fighters, govern- with Homeland Security, a retired Coast to expand search capabilities, particularly • the communication resources of their ment representatives and some individuals Guard officer who came out of retirement in for overdue boats. group: phone, radio, satellite, ham opera- such as marina staff who might be the first 2003. He works in the Command Center in At one point during the week those tors, etc. to receive a distress call. Miami. He previously served as a rescuer in present were divided into four groups and, • human and equipment resources available, One of the instructors, Mr. Eduardo the Arctic Sea as well as in law enforcement. without instructions, were given sketchy Burbank, Flotilla Commander with the US From the center in Florida, he coordinates information which was overheard, not a Coast Guard Auxiliary in Miami, summa- Please see Seminar Page 5 with people in The Bahamas as necessary. direct call, from a boat in distress. After a rized the goal of the training: preparedness. “SAR and law enforcement are very timely “If people are prepared, there will not be a issues,” he stated. need for search and rescue.” Mr. Dennis Lightbourn, Commodore Under the auspices of the United States of Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association Embassy in Nassau, the SAR seminar was (BASRA) for five years in Nassau who organized by Lt. Michael Fredie, Coast recently moved to Abaco, was asked to talk Guard Liaison Officer, and 1st Lt. Armand about BASRA. After explaining the scope Randolph, a Navy Liaison Officer, both and functioning of that organization, he based at the US Embassy in Nassau. They ended by saying, “I hope that we use this invited members of the organizations to opportunity to get to know each other and participate and coordinated the project with exchange information.” Abaco’s Urban Renewal Director, Mrs. The first presentation reviewed the boat Elaine Martinborough. handling course which is mandatory in The purpose of this gathering, said Lt. Canada and 30 US states before obtaining Fredie, a graduate of the Coast Guard a boat operator’s license. It was mentioned Academy, “is to learn from each other, that there are few requirements in The of thinking of how best we can respond to Bahamas for pleasure boat operation and a The U.S. Embassy in Nassau sponsored a five-day session on marine search and rescue search and rescue cases and to ensure that 16-year-old can put a 200 HP engine on a administrative organization, techniques, safety precautions and the need for cooperation the workshop remains interactive.” He bath tub and go to sea. between the various organization.Three of the presenters, Mr. Eduardo Burbank, Flotilla explained that although he had sailed six “Safe boating is no accident,” insisted Commander with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary in Miami; Mr. Michael Walker with of the seven seas, his main career was law presenter Lt. Burbank. The objective was to Homeland Security; and 1st Lt. Armand Randolph, a Navy Liaison Officer, review their enforcement; hence, the reason why he had stress the importance of boating safety. The notes for their presentations. A simulated rescue with a helicopter had been scheduled brought experts to conduct the SAR training. captain’s duty, he reminded the participants, but had to be called off. June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 5 A
Seminar From Page 4 including expertise or special abilities and Ingraham talks of Abaco projects specialized equipment By Julian Lockhart ing sure have four classrooms even though they have • physical area of responsibility or comfort It has been six weeks since the Free Na- e a c h six classes. We are going to have discussions zone tional Movement won back the Government school is with Mr. Randy Sawyer, who owns the land In retrospect, several Abaco areas with of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and properly adjacent to the school and seek to arrange high levels of search and rescue events the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Hubert with him to exchange a piece of his land were not represented. It is on the waters of Ingraham, has been busy setting his cabinet for a piece of Government land. This way the cays with their higher level of boating and working out the new budget. we can build some additional classrooms in activity where more routine and serious Mr. Ingraham was in Green Turtle Cay Green Turtle Cay and also cause that facil- search and rescue operations take place. The for a reception honoring Mrs. Anne Bootle, ity to be used as a hurricane shelter here in organizations on the cays, Elbow Cay, Man- who is retiring as principal of Amy Roberts this community. Physical work won’t start O-War Cay, Guana Cay and Green Turtle Primary School. until next year, but that is what we will start Cay, tend to follow their island heritage However, as busy as the prime minister working on now here in Green Turtle Cay,” and operate as self- sufficient groups with and the FNM may be with Central Gov- the Prime Minister concluded. minimal outside help. This insular attitude ernment business Mr. Ingraham has not equipped in preparing the future genera- in this instance was further fostered by their forgotten his home town or his constituency tion with equipment, books and trained and not being advised of the program by those of North Abaco. Mr. Ingraham said on June qualified teachers. responsible in Marsh Harbour. Then there 16 that the renovations and improvements to Mr. Ingraham said, “First of all, we will Check out is the boat expense of $20-$30 for fuel plus the Marsh Harbour airport are to come very cause the school in Hope Town to be com- a taxi for those on the cays. Lastly, all the soon. Abaco has been promised a new run- pleted. The children in Hope Town have The Abaconian volunteer organizations are staffed by per- way, terminal and air traffic control facility been out of their school building for one sons with work responsibilities, whether on for years and the former government, the whole school year. We will cause that to be www.abaconian. the mainland or on the cay. A few of the Progressive Liberal Party, started to make completed and for them to return to their volunteers are retired or are second-home some headway before they were voted out school. Here in Green Turtle Cay they only owners who do not have job responsibilities. in May. The new prime minister promises it The workshop was heavily represented by will not take long before major work starts. various government employees who can be Mr. Ingraham said, “It is only been six assigned to participate by their respective weeks. We are going to do major work to departments or agencies. the airport in Marsh Harbour. The govern- The facilitators were able to spend two ment is undertaking a review of the scope hours in Hope Town one afternoon with of work, only to determine the adequacy their counterparts there. A representative of it for the next 20 years or so. We are from Man-O-War attended the first session certainly going to put in a new runway, a and a Guana Cay representative for BASRA completely new terminal facility, air traffic met one of the presenters at an unrelated control facility and increased parking facili- evening social function in Marsh Harbour. ties. This will happen very soon, very soon, In closing, Mr. Walker stated how im- very soon,” he added. pressed he was with the amount of volunteer There were a number of things promised participation available on Abaco. to Abaco during the 2007 campaign and Mr. Ingraham said the airport is only the first of those promises to be delivered. On the agenda is the refurbishment and building of the public schools in Abaco as well as mak- Page 6 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Fishing tournaments draw big boats Treasure Cay Resort caught Treasure Cay Fire Department and $3000 of five legs of the BBC held June 4-8 and the Mr. Robert Meister, president of the for the Treasure Cay Primary School series of tournaments will conclude June 18- Billfish Tournament resort, commented that the tournament was 22 with the Boat Harbour Championships at By Mirella Santillo “as good as the previous years, if not better. Sea Spray Hosted the Abaco Beach and Boat Harbour Marina The 24th Treasure Cay Resort and Ma- Almost every boat caught fish,” he said. Billfish Tournament in Marsh Harbour. rina Billfish Tournament ended on June The participants of the Treasure Cay Sea Spray Resort hosted the Seventh After two strong legs in Harbour Island 15th. One of many fishing tournaments that Resort and Marina Billfish tournament have Annual Sea Spray Restaurant and Marina and then the Central Abaco Championship took place this year, it was well attended always been generous towards the com- Billfish Blast on April 30 through May in Treasure Cay, Cerveza tailed off a bit at with 32 boats participating. munity of Treasure Cay and this year was 4. The tournament featured three days of the Treasure Cay Championship, but did The largest fish caught this year was a no exception. They raised $1600 for the fishing for all species. Eleven billfish were better than the two leading yachts to pull 584-pound blue marlin with its bill missing, brought to the boat before being released. into a slight lead for first place. a rare occurrence. The fish, which measured The largest fish brought to the dock was a The top three yachts are so closely packed 117.5 inches, was caught by Mr. Chris dolphin. Eight boats competed for the grand that it is anybody’s championship to win Alvarez, who was taking part in the tourna- prize of a one week vacation on Elbow Cay. once the lines are cast in the fifth leg at the ment for the third time in a row on the Sea The first place winner was Island Re- Boat Harbour Championship. Hunter. The fish was caught approximately triever, the only local boat belonging to a After tallying 1,300 points in the fourth 15 miles off Whale Cay. He said that it took second homeowner on Lubber’s Quarter, leg Cerveza now has 6,500 points and has him about one and a half hours to bring his that was captained by Robbie Robinson. taken a 100-point lead over previous leader catch on board. He won the prize consisting of a one-week Fa-La-Me, who sits in second with 6,400 A close second largest was another blue vacation with accommodation, a boat rental, points and is only 300 points ahead of third marlin measuring 116.5 inches and weigh- golf cart rental and round trip airfare all place yacht Miss Annie, who has 6,200 ing 575 pounds which was brought in by included. Capt. Robinson donated it to points. 16-year-old Austin Burr on the Ohana, the Every Child Counts school for special Championship director Al Behrendt said also in the Treasure Cay’s tournament for students. Second place went to Mary T with the BBC is not decided until the final tourna- the third year. The Ohana placed second Capt Steve Courteaux and Mary Courteaux. ment. He added that it is a horse race right in the billfish category, and Austin Burr The tournament is a fun-filled family af- now, as it is every year. placed third top angler, but his catch won fair with parties nightly, lots of good food Heads Up had only 100 points after the him the title of top junior angler. The top and drink, live performances, music by the first two tournaments but has made up boat in the billfish category was the Juel Hope Town Islanders and even included a ground quickly over the last two tourna- Marie. Masque came third and Zulu Canu Junkanoo rush. ments to sit in fourth with 5,700 points. placed fourth. The sponsors of the tournament are After three unspectacular legs Ultra In the non-billfish category the largest Abaco Petroleum, Vintage Props and Jets finally started hooking some big boys as dolphin was caught by Nicol Ribeiro on It’s and Burns House. they finished with 3,100 points, winning Time. The fish weighed 38.2 pounds, a good th the Treasure Cay Championship and put- size for a dolphin. Mrs. Kathy Higgins on 4 Leg of the BBC By Julian Lockhart ting themselves in contention for the overall the Holy Mackerel from Stuart, Florida, also Cerveza went into the fourth leg of the crown with 4,700 points going into the brought in a fairly good sized 28.5-pound 2007 Billfish Championship presented by fifth leg. dolphin that she caught just North of Trea- Rolex in third place in the overall standings, Even with a nonproductive first day, team sure Cay. Mark Schwartz on Masque came but left Treasure Cay in first place after a Ultra managed to put together three strong back with a 46.7-pound tuna. A blue marlin without a bill. That’s what poor showing by the two leaders and an Over the four days of fishing, a total of Chris Alvarez brrought to the dock in the adequate performance by themselves. The Please see Tournaments Page 25 30 blue marlin and ten white marlin were Treasure Cay Billfish Tournament. Treasure Cay Championship was the fourth
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Without specific instructions to reality is that Central Abaco, with a budget and must be funded accordingly. the contrary, everything in the path of the in excess of $1 million, and perhaps now Ï% The system must encourage compe- mower gets shredded. This is not getting closer to $1.4 million for the coming year, tent local persons to nominate, be elected value for the funds expended as the shred- could easily justify a professional or expe- and then conduct local affairs in an open ded trash must be picked up.. If contracts rienced manager. and business-like atmosphere. It is generally are to be used, they should be professionally While spending over $1 million, we are agreed that throughout the Family Islands written and payment made only when the confident that a qualified manager would the first three years of Local Government job is accomplished as intended. justify his salary in effecting savings within was very successful. • There needs to be some method to de- the system. This person would also lighten However, many very competent people termine if value is being received. In theory, the workload now imposed on the Chief Dave would not stay in the system because of getting three bids gives three independent Councillor and Town Committee Chairmen. frustrations. These resulted from a lack views on what a job should cost. Three bids The residents in Central Abaco have not of support from Nassau or local agencies may be tendered for consideration, perhaps always believed they were getting value The new government is up and running of Central Government. Adequate funding $1,000, $2,000 and $3,000. However, it is from their Chief Councillors. However, and we have had several low-key visits to was not always available to accomplish the rare that anyone questions whether the job the four persons who have served in this Abaco by the Prime Minister who, coin- work expected. Local decisions were often is worth the obvious low bid of $1,000. capacity have found that the position is cidentally, is the representative for North over-ridden by Nassau. Realistically, it may be worth only $500. very demanding of their time. A manager Abaco and has a house in Cooper’s Town. • There is opportunity for various lo- • Council and town committee members in the local government office would reduce Without a lot of fanfare, he attended a cal government councils, committees and serve three years with their term ending the time demands which might entice bet- church convention service in Cooper’s boards on Abaco to cooperate together for either in mid-June when local government ter qualified persons to accept the position Town on June 10, a recognition luncheon their common good. The Local Government elections are called or at the end of June of Chief Councillor or Town Committee honouring school principal Anne Bootle in Act suggests that they do this but there is when the three-year term ends. We have Chairman. Green Turtle Cay on June 16 followed by no requirement to do so. This would allow seen both dates used. However, elected • Heavy economic and social activity in a an appearance at Capt. Leonard Thompson’s solutions to be shared and give a united and appointed members should continue to district should require a much more proac- 90th birthday party later that same day in front when requesting government’s help serve until the new members are sworn in tive management method. This management Marsh Harbour. Perhaps this is a good omen or advice. and begin their three-year term. position would not detract from the respon- for Abaco. • An example of a creative solution is There is apt to be a four- to six-week sibilities of the Council but would allow the We appear to be off to a good start as the way Marsh Harbour handles roadside interval between the elections in mid-June Council to operate in a more professional Marsh Harbour’s local government budget mowing, roadside trash pickup and handling and taking office in mid-July or even later. It manner. has been increased by more than $400,000. odd and random jobs within the town. A once ran to eight weeks due to a tie-vote and Local government can be a very effective Initial information did not clarify the Marsh crew was hired and assisted in getting a the need for another election. Local govern- tool for solving and handling local issues Harbour designation, but we suspect it is mower and a pickup truck. They are given ment services should not be suspended dur- but it requires fine tuning. We hope that the either the Central Abaco Council or perhaps instructions every day or two on their daily ing this interval. Stipends can be pro-rated government will work with local communi- may be shared with the Hope Town District. work assignment. The Town Committee to match the time served. ties to get feedback from those involved in The Marsh Harbour airport has been has direct control over their work. This • Some local government officials are local government and from other community singled out several times as being in urgent requires an interested person to know what given Justice of the Peace status during their leaders that might see solutions differently. need of a runway and other facilities. We work needs to be done and supervise the term of office. This designation should also Even the United Kingdom and the United have every reason to believe that the work crew. Without appropriate supervision this be extended to terminate when the next JP States, which have had local government for will continue on the land preparation for the would not work. is appointed. Whatever function they render hundreds of years, find it necessary to make runway which began several months ago. Other towns accomplish roadside mowing to their community as a JP should continue adjustments to their systems as society and For the past several years there have been and cleaning with annual contracts. This until there is another JP ready to serve. conditions change. hints of changes to the Local Government is acceptable but the contractor does not • The Central Abaco District, and per- Act but other issues were more important usually do anything beyond his specified haps others, need some consideration to and the system remains unchanged. With the recent change of government, changes are again being mentioned. We would suggest that those who have served Letters to the Editor in the past or are now serving within the Local Government frame-work put their Clarfication of goals of ists relayed their distress at the miserable time, AARF continued its spay and neuter suggestions on paper for consideration. We condition of our animal population. Since program on a small scale, fielding calls, have done ths several times in the past and Abaco Humane Society our initial discussions, we have enlisted their rescuing abandoned animals, finding homes will go through the exercise again. Dear Editor, support and have explored feasible paths to for well over 300 neglected animals and do- It is refreshing to hear Mr. Edison Key, In response to Mr. Julian Lockhart’s alleviate these problems that are the burden ing what could be done. Keep in mind all the MP for South Abaco, acknowledge “hang Viewpoint article of May 15th, 2007, and of so many animal lovers. We are creating volunteers who do the hard work also have ups” in the local government system al- to the Letter to the Editor from the amaz- a proactive approach through education, “real” jobs; however, time is found for the though he feels the system has proved itself ing Kip Burrows of the Humane Society of spay/neuter clinics and awareness programs. important work a humane society must do. beneficial to local communities. He would Grand Bahama of June 1st. Over the past 14 or so years AARF In no way is our working with and sup- like to see changes empowering communi- In 2005 Abaco Animal Require Friends and other humane organizations on Abaco port from Ministry of Tourism a casual ties to have more say in their local affairs. (AARF) was approached by a representative have fought a constant battle to reduce the undertaking. The minute the word “Govern- He made these comments in the recent of Ministry of Tourism in order to start a misery and abuse of our Potcake and Potcat ment” comes up in any form, many people budget debate but did not elaborate further. dialogue about the problem we all know populations. AARF volunteers successfully express a degree of skepticism. The Minis- There is so much opportunity for local exists, a burgeoning abandoned animal conducted several mega-spay and neuter try has contacts we do not have, resources government to succeed and be beneficial population. We welcomed their interest clinics with the help and generosity of The we cannot tap and networking capabilities but Nassau must loosen the constraints and even though we knew that their concern Pegasus Foundation and The International we do not posses. We have the support of allow more local authority. Following are was motivated by exit polls in which tour- Humane Society. In those clinics over 600 the Bahamas Humane Society and Kevin some general concepts to consider. hundred dogs and a lesser number of cats Degenhard, its director, in this endeavour. were spayed or neutered; in one clinic over The idea of “rounding up and putting down” 230 animals were processed. It was reported is NOT on the table in any way, shape or to be the largest clinic of its sort ever con- The AbaconianAbaco’s most complete 7,500 copies form and has never been discussed other newspaper Published twice ducted in the Caribbean! The results were than in a negative context. The idea of a David & Kathleen Ralph phenomenal and for several years the ani- Editors & Publishers shelter is not a viable project to consider at (U.S. address) Phone 242-367-2677 mal population remained stable with fewer this time; shelters are expensive, require full P O Box AB 20551 990 Old Dixie FAX 242-367-3677 unwanted animals wandering the streets. time staffing and the biggest fear is that a Marsh Harbour, Abaco, HwyBahamas #14 Email: davralph@batel- These clinics were part of a larger re- shelter will just replace the Marsh Harbour Photo credit: Tuppy Weatherford for parrot & lighthouse on page 1 search project in which it was determined dump as a convenient place to abandon un- that massive spay and neuter programs are wanted, unloved kittens and puppies. Reporters/Writers: Samantha Evans, Jennifer Hudson, Julian Lock- the most effective way to maintain a healthy We will be conducting a spay/neuter hart, Vernique Russell, Mirella Santillo animal population. Papers were written and clinic in the near future. Watch this worthy Contributors: Lee Pinder articles were published about the project in publication for more information. several humane publications and journals. Respectfully, These research projects proved that eradicat- Molly and Chris Roberts Free at over 100 Abaco locations from Grand Cay Subscribeto NOW ing stray animals is not the answer, massive AARF/Abaco Humane Society Moore’s Is. Order form on spay and neutering programs are. Subscription rate $20.00 Abaco $25other Bahamas Unfortunately, in the years since these (One Year) $45.00 USA $50 Canada - airmail mega clinics, donations dwindled and the volunteers simply burned out. In the mean- June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 9 A Viewpoint . . . Immigration and Development By John Hedden that an uneasy symbiosis develops, and in selves; to establish themselves. It is time for us to deal with a myriad of Abaco, it would seem, has had more of a Abaco, at least, a swollen illegal immigrant We as Bahamians have disenfranchised immigration concerns now, and not tomor- history of the use of immigrant labour than population continues to expand. and excluded these young people, and we row. We must examine the following issues. any other island in the Bahamas. During the These people establish their own com- wonder why they are beginning to reject Birthrights and citizenship. colonial years workers came from Turks and munities with their own stores, barber shops us. We are terrified of the “Creolisation” Spousal issues when married to Baha- Caicos and the Republic of Haiti to work and eateries. They build their own houses of The Bahamas by Bahamian born and edu- mians. on various lumber and farming operations. and often build their own power and energy cated people. We are all immigrants here, Bahamian women, foreigners and for- Many of these foreign nationals, over a systems, all illegal and without meeting the the indigenous people were systematically eign-born children. Unmarried Bahamian period of time, became assimilated into the appropriate code fulfilment. If they can, wiped out hundreds of years ago. parentage and citizenship. Bahamian community. they will even piggy-back on a “legal” util- It encourages me to see the number of Illegal immigration and prevention. Certainly over the last 30 years the im- ity just outside the neighbourhood. Creole titles that appear in the police force, Relocation of slum areas to all encom- migration changed from specific labour We all know the rest of the story. This the political scene, the professional career passing low-cost housing schemes. Legalisa- importation to political and then economic is our everyday exposure to the immigrant groups, the teachers, the preachers and also tion of the present illegal population. arrivals as refugees. In these latter times the population. A people who are below the rest the ordinary everyday walks of life. They all Make residency and citizenship proce- majority of immigrants have been of Haitian of us. A people who are there to be used and continue to contribute and integrate society. dures speedier and more efficient. Definitive heritage and in most cases have never been then discarded. A people to be disdained and But the tensions between the Bahamian periods of residency prior to processing. allowed to achieve full integration. exploited. A people who don’t deserve or establishment and the lately immigrant These are just some of the areas that need Haiti has suffered continuously since it need ordinary human rights like the rest of populous continues to build. The frustra- to be addressed effectively and efficiently. took its own independence from the French. us. After all, they are illegal. Unfortunately, tion of those who have managed to partake Finally, I would point out that the most The country has been variously shunned, we have become so self-absorbed we are of portions of our society are not quite as effective way to deal with the immigration ignored, abused and exploited by the devel- unable to acknowledge the very significant open as those who have reached a maturity onslaught would be for the wealthy western oped countries, never given the assistance it contribution these people make to the wel- where lack of opportunity and acceptance hemisphere to work with the elected admin- had need of to become stabilised and self- fare and well being of Bahamian society. still exists. istration of Haiti to build a viable economy supporting. It has always been considered a Think about it! Hopefully, we Bahamians will act before and infrastructure. Then the numbers would black pariah by the West, never allowed to But these Creole people survive in spite a serious confrontation takes place. We have almost disappear. Think about it. trade with the colonial masters and occupi- of this harsh environment we provide for allowed this situation to continue for too ers. Isolated, it has therefore had to feed them. They manage to become established, long, only because it has been to our benefit itself on itself . eat, go to church, find a spouse, have chil- to do nothing. Only because the exploita- As a result of 200 years of independence dren and bring them up. They get educated tion economically, socially and politically this country has depleted all of its natural by and in the Bahamian system, and many has been to our advantage. Now the second resources and is still unable to achieve a utilise the Ministry of Health facilities. generation has come home; the New Baha- healthy democracy or viable economy. However, most pay their taxes; and if they mian is standing on our doorstep. If we do Aid awarded, if any, has always been self- do not, it is usually because our system not open the door, the New Bahamian will. serving and indirectly funneled into personal prevents them from doing so. bank accounts. Yet this is one of the most And now for their children, the next beautiful countries of the Caribbean, full of generation. Young people born here in the a richly cultured people. Asked to describe Bahamas. Young people who have never Hispaniola, the island where Haiti may be known another country. Young people who found, Christopher Columbus supposedly receive an education in the same institu- crumpled a sheet of paper and threw it on tions as our children. Young people who the table to demonstrate its mountainous have manners and are polite, just like our Iggy Biggy’s Got It Goin’ On geography. children. Young people who want to get a Considered to be the poorest country in good education and then a good job. But Jewelry Handbags Shoes the western hemisphere and with no current young people who have no rights. prospects of realistic development, it is no We employ their mothers and their fa- Clothing T shirts surprise that many of its nationals feel the thers, and yet we allow them no rights. No Gifts All New need to move abroad in order to survive and access to legal documentation. No access All the Time possibly make a better life. Naturally, the to a higher education. No passports. No two countries of choice also happen to be the savings accounts. No acknowledgment that wealthiest, the USA and The Bahamas. The they exist. These young people are prisoners US is much more difficult to enter than The in their country of birth. Bahamas and so many end up in this country Something is definitely missing from this illegally with little prospect of assimila- equation; it does not balance. But writers tion. These immigrants do find work and like Rupert Missick Jr. and Adrian Gib- may even acquire a “work permit” which son have already expressed all of this so will give them some feeling of security. articulately. However, being essentially undocumented, Disenfranchisement becomes the key they are unable to own land, open a bank word in all of this. “HaitianBahamian” account or participate in normal everyday as the name implies, a refusal of the ac- life of the Bahamas. knowledgment of their birth right. They The result is a people who must remain are neither Bahamian or Haitian. We have segregated from the rest of the Bahamian excluded these young people. We have community. Because of this the immigrant is taught our own children to reject these Why subscribe now susceptible to exploitation and abuse of youngsters, even in the school systems. We Receiving the Abaconian regularly will keep you informed accepted standards of employment. The use have systematically blocked every avenue on issues such as: • Resort & hotel development of cheap labour offers a benefit for both Ba- they could possibly take to improve them- • Improvements to roads, airport, docks, schools, etc. hamian and Haitian; it is also not surprising • Phone and electric company changes • Community events • Fishing, boating & sporting activities • New business ventures • Immigration, taxes or duty changes • Changes in airline service • Changes to laws and regulations • Actions by local government
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Tel (242) 367-2278 Mail to: 990 Old Dixie Hwy, #14, Lake Park, FL 33403 or: P.O. Box AB 20551, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas VHF 16 ‘Snappas’ Apr 2006 Page 10 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Meeting was held to discuss Fowl Cay Park By Jennifer Hudson and Sea Park, Walker’s Cay, Tilloo Cay reefs so it has now been put forward that park system, the selection of a management A proposal for the Fowl Cays Land and National Reserve, Black Sound Cay and the the eastern boundary should be extended to planning team will take place and a manage- Sea Park was presented to the public at an Abaco National Park. Abaco leads all other encompass a portion of the sea grass and ment plan will be formed. Persons in the open meeting held at the Conch Inn on June islands in The Bahamas in the number of its sandy bottom habitat in the sound along community will be asked to put forward 12. Presenter was Ms. Tamika Rahming, protected areas. the Fowl Cays. The organisations and con- proposals for the management plan which Director of Parks for the Bahamas National The Fowl Cay area of Abaco has been cerned persons involved in this proposal will decide what activities will be allowed Trust. The Bahamas National Trust is a perceived and treated as a protected area for state, “It is important due to the fact that in the area. Boats will still be able to go non-profit organization which was created the past 30 years. Bt its park status has never the proposed area covers a small but biologi- through the area and eco-tourism will be in 1959 and which has, for almost 5- years, been formalized and so the area is constantly cally rich area consisting of valuable coral maintained, but there will be restrictions been building a national park system “that being violated with disastrous results to the reef, sea grass beds, rocky shore and sandy on some fishing. This government has achieves important conservation and de- reef. The first application to formalize park bottom habitat. Historically, the area has evidenced interest in turning Fowl Cays velopment goals for Bahamians.” To date, status was submitted to government in 1975 been used for recreation, diving and tours into a national park. Politicians are now the Bahamas National Trust manages 25 by Dr. John Storr and was given a favor- and non-commercial fishing. The area has realizing how the environment is linked to national parks throughout the country, able review. Since then locals and visitors great potential for continuing eco-tourism the economy and realising that they cannot covering 70,000 acres of both land and have sought to have the Fowl Cays and their and environmental education opportunities afford to lose it and therefore they are lend- sea and has sought to protect Abaco’s land surrounding area protected by law under but only if certain laws are put into place ing more support.” and seascapes for over 30 years. Abaco’s the national park system. This summer a to preserve it.” Following the short presentation the floor protected areas are The Pelican Cays Land formalized proposal will be submitted to Ms. Rahming stated, “Once the area was opened for feedback from persons in the Prime Minister. has become protected under the national Please see Fowl Cay Page 11 A computer presen- tation was narrated by Ms. Rahming explain- ing the location of the area under consider- ation and reasons for the importance of having it protected by law. The Fowl Cays are located in Central Abaco on the ocean side and are a part of the chain of bar- rier islands running the length of Great Abaco Island. The bound- ary originally proposed for the preserve was slightly smaller but it was realized that this Ms. Tamika Rahming, representing the Bahamas National Trust, spoke at a meeting in Marsh Harbour about the proposal of making the Fowl Cay area a national park. Local This is a satellite view of Scotland Cay on the upper left and would not provide a people have wanted it designated a preserved area for 30 plus years. The Trust will present Man-O-War Cay on the lower right. The rectangle is the sufficient buffer zone the proposal to government. The sentiment of most of the people at the meeting was in proposed boundary of the Fowl Cay area that many are wanting around the cays and favor of the proposal. to have made into a national park. June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 11 A Feedback was positive for preserving Fowl Cay Abaco covers an extensive area, wardens save small parts.” want their access restricted for fishing. One From Page 10 Fowl Cay and boats will not be in the vicinity. She The suggestion was made for buoys with Marsh Harbour resident left in the middle stated that once the proposal is in place then signs on designating the park and other of the meeting as he was annoyed at the attendance. In addition to Friends of the En- she will ask dive companies to come in for adequate signage. Ms. Rahming stated that direction it was taking since he does not feel vironment and a few other environmentally a planning meeting. she will have to work on the best way to that he should have to move his fishing traps concerned members of the community, the The manager of Florida Yacht Charters go about this as many signs blow down from the area. One dive operator expressed majority of persons present were owners stated that he always explains the boundaries during a rage. Someone stated that the Port the feeling of most people there, though, of dive operations and boat charter com- of the Fowl Cays to people who hire boats Authority has boats which could be used to when he said, “If we don’t leave hatcheries panies here on Abaco who expressed their from him and said, “There must be fines patrol, but they have a problem with fuel. and nurseries intact, we will have no fish. concern on the deterioration of the area at for people who break the law. We have She suggested that the Bahamas National Dive operators are willing to cooperate so present and expressed great support for the our work cut out to educate people and we Trust may be able to help by donating some that fish will still be there for tourists to see. proposal. must make sure that we conduct seminars fuel. “Cooperation is key.” People will also find that there will then be Troy Albury, owner of Dive Guana, and for police officers and magistrates.” One person expressed concern that there more fish outside the boundaries for every- Kay Politano of Above and Below Abaco Brent Bass of Dis and Dat Tours will be resistance from some people in the one to catch .” described how tame some of the grouper are stated,”For years I have tried to let Ba- local community, especially on Man-O- Troy Albury, owner of Dive Guana, is in the area of Fowl Cay and how much the hamians know that we are endeavoring to War Cay, who will not respect it since it is tourists enjoy stroking these fish which have preserve the Fowl Cay area, and I have had virtually in their backyard, and they do not Please see Fowl Cay Page 23 become like pets. They are appalled by the my life threatened because of this. Since fact that there are still some people spearing there is so much distance and water to be in the area and these large, tame groupers covered I feel that one way it can be done are being attacked by people. Kay showed is for every licensed captain and Defence some photographs of grouper and other fish Force and Police Officer to have the right still swimming around with several spear to report any vessel breaking the law. Then marks in their side. the Department of Fisheries, Customs or Keith Rogers, owner of Dive Abaco, Immigration should respond. Everyone must expressed his view that this area must be work together to prevent the same thing hap- enforced as a park and even when it is of- pening here as at Pelican Cays which is now ficially designated as a park it will need to like a graveyard. There are over 200 miles be closely monitored. Ms. Rahming admit- of reef altogether and we are just trying to ted that enforcement is an issue; and since
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Central Abaco News Further Plans for on the Wall of Heroes. Wissie), Mertland Frederick Albury, Garnet left and went into Nassau or the United Last year on October 12, which is now Austin Archer MBE JP, Percival Gerald States looking for work,” stated Memorial the Marsh Harbour designated as Heroes Day in The Bahamas, Archer MBE JP, Capt. Sherwin Archer, Garden committee member, Yvonne Key. Memorial Garden a ceremony was held in the Memorial Gar- Henry Westin Collins (Harry), Dr. Evans A further ceremony is being planned in By Jennifer Hudson. den to place plaques on the Wall of Heroes W. Cottman (Out Island Doctor), Dr. Nor- the Memorial Garden for October 12 this The Marsh Harbour Memorial Garden, in memory of 27 of Marsh Harbour’s past man Harken Cove, James B. Crockett, Ejnar year to honour more people. Word is being located on Bay Street opposite Regattas of heroes. They were Ancil Leon Albury, Frederik Gottlieb, MD, Owanta Gisela put out early for anyone who would like Abaco, began to take form last year. Al- Anthony Thomas Albury, George Hubert Gottlieb, Bunyan Augustus Key, MBE JP, to place the name of their loved one who though not yet completed, it already entices Albury, George W. Albury, James Cuth- Edwin Isadore Lowe (Dor), Reginald Cuth- contributed to the growth of Marsh Harbour people to stop and study the name plaques bert Albury, Joseph Wilson Albury (Uncle bert Lowe, Thomas Eldred Lowe, Millard and who has passed on to contact Kandy Arlington Russell, Charles Wilson Sawyer Pinder at 367-2234 (evenings). Govt. Clinic is named Clinic of the Year (Pa Charles), Thomas Wilson Sawyer (Pa Although the first wall facing the road Bill), Morton Marcel Sawyer (Poppy), is already full, an additional 300-foot long Robert Lucien Stratton MBE, Dr. Robert wall has been prepared to the side to place Stuart Stratton, Anderson Stuart Stratton, plaques honoring further people. Anyone JP. These persons who have now passed desiring a loved one’s name to be added on were selected by a committee for the to the Wall of Heroes is asked to make a contribution they had made to the growth donation of $500. of Marsh Harbour from a fishing village to The money collected from the placement a city between 1950 and 1965. “These were of the first 27 heroes purchased the 27 persons who stayed here, toughed it out and benches in honour of each of the people. brought up their children here while others These benches will eventually be spread out throughout the garden once it has been landscaped. Donations on behalf of people who are yet to be added will be put towards the landscaping of the garden. Any person who resided in Marsh Har- bour and has passed on since the 1950s is eligible to be honored and donations may be sent to Kandy Pinder at P.O. Box AB 20303. The committee is looking forward to landscaping the Memorial Garden with grass, flowering trees and meandering path- The newly appointed Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, and the Executive ways. The benches will be placed around the Management Committee, are proud that Marsh Harbour Government Clinic has been Please see Cental Page 13 recognized by the Department of Public Health as the Clinic of the Year for Family Island Mrs. Gayle McIntosh earned the clerical clinics. Nurse Iris Fernander was nominated for the Director of the Year but the winner award for the year at the Marsh Harbour has not been declared as yet. Those winning these outstanding awards will be honored Government Clinic and Mr. Lofton at a luncheon on board the Imperial Majesty Cruise on July 8. Mrs. McIntosh and Mr. Duncombe won the security officer of the Corner Value Duncombe received their awards at Government House on June 13. year. Liquid Propane Gas LPG Tanks refilled LPG Appliances by
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More Central Abaco News Central From Page 12 Commonwealth Bank Pearl Gallery. His third and largest one, By Mirella Santillo just finished, Emerging Shell, is on display area under trees for shade so that this will Upon moving to The Bahamas two years in the garden corner of the Commonwealth be a place for meditation. Big Cat will be ago, young artist Dominic Latella was im- Bank in Marsh Harbour. depositing three loads of sand at the back of mediately inspired by the possibilities of- Passersby can stop and admire the soft the area to give better access to the sea. The fered by the local lime stone. Mr. Latella, color of the stone and the smooth curves of plans eventually call for a floating dock. The who graduated from Savannah’s College of the statue which is composed of two pieces. dock is being donated by the Royal Marsh Art, moved to Nassau and the soft Bahamian Polished to a shine which gives it the texture Harbour Yacht Club and will be in place limestone soon became his favorite media. of marble, it occupies the perfect spot among in November. This will enable tourists to He started experimenting first in Nassau, the surrounding ixorias. tie up their dinghy, come ashore and enjoy but it is on Abaco that he perfected his style. Mr. Latella has returned to Washington, the garden. During the last year spent as a swimming D.C. and can be contacted at
The Abaco Tourist Office Invites Pastors and Church Leaders to a Religious Tourism Meeting Venue: The Abaco Tourist Office Training Center Date: Thursday, July 19th, 2007 Time: 2:00pm
To confirm your attendance, please contact Millie Dawkins at 367-3067 Page 14 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Edison Key Reveals his plans for South Abaco By Jennifer Hudson was an exchange of the baton and a new commitment to modernizing and expanding On May 2, the day that the FNM was ‘runner’ entered the race.” He thanked the the nation’s infrastructure and included in voted in as the next Government of the former Member of Parliament, Mr. Robert that is the planned development of the Marsh Bahamas, Mr Edison Key won the South Sweeting for his 15 years of unbroken Harbour International Airport, which is the Abaco FNM seat with a resounding major- commitment and dedication to the people second busiest airport in the country and ity. of Abaco. He pledged, “I will do my very the most neglected. “I, together with all of In order to enhance the environs of South best to honour, with the help and guidance South Abaco, eagerly await the long prom- Abaco Mr Key has put forward a long list of of Almighty God, the trust and confidence ised and anticipated modern jet runway and upgrades he plans to put into effect. placed in me on May 2.” expanded terminal building that will serve • Build a state-of-the-art mini hospital to Mr. Key prefaced his list of needs for South Abaco for decades to come and fully meet the medical needs of Abaco. Abaco by stating, “The island of Abaco is, support the proposed plan to borrow the • Construct a multipurpose gymnasium to without a doubt, the fastest growing area in necessary funds on the capital market and serve the needs of the youth of the constitu- the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and has finance the funding by way of user charges.” ency and to serve as an emergency shelter. over the past five years sustained itself with Other major issues addressed are as • Improve the level of service received very little help from Central Government. It follows: from the public corporations, including Edison Key, MP for South Abaco is capable of sustaining itself economically Local Government upgrade of the electricity and water supply regulations to ensure orderly development. and has, in fact, done so for at least the Mr. Key feels that the implementation to residents. • Act to systematically reduce substandard past two decades.” He cited Abaco’s steady of Local Government in the Family Islands • Cause the construction of new terminal housing in Central and South Abaco. growth as a result of its diverse economic has proven to be successful to some degree facilities and an air traffic control tower at • Collaborate with local government and climate which encompasses tourism, boat- though it is experiencing some hangups. the Marsh Harbour International Airport. the private sector for the upgrading and ing and an influx of hundreds of second Consideration needs to be given to making • Dredge the channel and carry out dock beautification of the settlements of Central homeowners which, when combined with some necessary changes/amendments to the upgrades and repairs as required in the and South Abaco. the hundreds of new job opportunities cre- Local Government Act which will enable communities of South Abaco. • Assign a registered nurse to provide medi- ated by the Winding Bay and Baker’s Bay each township, particularly those compris- • Reconstruct the main road in Hope Town. cal care at Great Guana Cay. projects presents endless possibilities for ing several hundred residents, to have access • Reconstruct and upgrade settlement roads • Cause the extension of cable television to continued expanded growth and develop- to its own locally elected committee which of Central and South Abaco and Moore’s Great Guana Cay. ment. will in turn have the relevant authority to Island. Mr. Key recently spent several days Mr. Key stated that he is pleased that the • Reconstruct and complete the concrete increase of 13 percent for capital expendi- in Nassau attending the budget debate in Please see Edison Key Page 15 settlement roads in Guana Cay, Man-O-War the House of Assembly and on May 30 ture over 2006/2007 signals government’s Cay, Hope Town and Cherokee Sound. presented his contribution to the 2007- • Make land available at reasonable and 2008 budget communication. He began by affordable costs for the further expansion thanking his constituents in South Abaco of residential subdivisions in Central and for their overwhelming support on May 2, South Abaco. “when South Abaco proved once again that • Act to strengthen enforcement of zoning it is still FNM country even though there June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 15 A Ambitious Agenda Is Proposed could, in the long term, provide thousands Edison Key From Page 14 no avail. children are presently scattered around the As a result of this illegal poaching, ev- of jobs. This would create a billion dollar community housed in various church halls. ery year hundreds of thousands of pounds industry, not only for the local market, but But he is pleased that Sandy Point children act on matters that affect that particular of our lobster, groupr and conch are har- also for the export market. “If the bottom will be in their renovated premises come township in conjunction with the District vested and taken out of the country. The ever dropped out of tourism, we in this little September 2007. He mentioned that Sandy Administrator who will act in the capacity of FNM government has heard the desperate country of ours could find that we have no Point is still waiting for the high school adviser to the District Board. He hopes that pleas of the fishermen and is responding by means of sustaining ourselves because we which the former administration promised the modest increase in funding reflected in strengthening the manpower and allocation failed to plan,” he concluded. so fervently in 2002. the 2007/2008 budget allocations of Central of air and sea craft to further equip the of- “This new government has stated that it and South Abaco will strengthen the work Education and sports ficers of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force will hold mid-term communications every of Local Government. Mr. Key is pleased to see that at long in their improved surveillance and control six months regarding expenditures instead Mr. Key commended all the Local last it appears that Abaco, the third major of our borders. of just once a year and I believe that this Government Councils in the South Abaco revenue producer and second largest island Mr. Key is concerned that we are, un- will bring about more accountability to the constituency for their timely response and in landmass in the Commonwealth of the fortunately, probably ranked as the most whole system. One hundred thousand dollars hard work which enabled Abaco to bounce Bahamas, has finally come to the attention dependent nation in this hemisphere as we have been allocated to each Member of Par- back so quickly after the two devastating of the powers that be and he looks forward produce basically nothing, not even for local liament to spend, at his own discretion, on hurricanes, Frances and Jean, in 2004 and to the construction of proposed sporting consumption though on many of the islands needs such as street lights, roads, etc. within pledged to collaborate with Local Govern- facilities for Central Abaco which will also including Abaco there is an abundance of his constituency. I feel that this should be ment on all matters relevant to disaster double as a hurricane shelter. He pledged prime agricultural land and freshwater. a great help,” stated Mr. Key. “We should preparedness and the appropriate response. support in assisting in its timely completion He recommended to the Minister of and said thank you on behalf of the young be looking at a pretty good time on Abaco Marine Resources Agriculture that between himself and the people of Abaco. for the next several years.” Mr Key expressed his concern over the Minister of Education they collaborate to Schools fact that for many years the fishermen of have an agricultural programme built into Abaco have had to contend with poachers Mr. Key mentioned the disgraceful the curriculum of every high school in this situation at Sandy Point where the primary who fish illegally in our waters. On occa- country with incentives for further training sions they have even been confronted by school has remained in a most deplorable beyond high school level so that our young state since August last year. The young these fish robbers at gunpoint but complaints people can be developed into successful to the police, locally elected representatives farmers and spin-off professionals which and the island administrator seem to be of
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North Abaco News FNM’s Women’s and support. We appreciate your lending a and Treasure Cay combined as one team for making a difference in the community of helping hand in making our community a the tournament. Although we did not bring Treasure Cay. You are surely doing your Association North Abaco better place. home any trophies, our under 10 boys came part in your village. By Vernique Russell very close as they finished first runner-up Sport Club is going to Las Vegas The Free National Movement’s Women’s Steak-Out after making it to the championship. The Association extended its services to North By Vernique Russell By Vernique Russell In an effort to defray the expenses that residents of North Abaco, especially Coo- In conjunction with the HOYTES pro- Abaco, thus forming the North Abaco FNM per’s Town and Treasure Cay, congratulate Women’s Association. On June 6th a meet- the committee will face while hosting the gram (Helping Our Youth Through Educa- 2nd Annual North Abaco Summer Festival Coach Godfrey Rolle and Coach Hartley tion and Sports) in Freeport, Grand Bahama, ing was held at the FNM headquarters in Bootle and their teams for a job well done. Cooper’s Town to elect a president for the and Power Boat Race, the committee will members of the Treasure Cay and Cooper’s host a Steak-Out on June 16th at the Ferry We want you guys to know that we are re- Town Sporting Clubs along with their coach association with the rest of the board to be ally proud of you. elected at a later date. After nominations Landing in Treasure Cay. This event will will be travelling to Las Vegas, Nevada, to were made, the official president-elect was begin at 12 noon. The committee is looking Making a Difference participate in a basketball tournament. This Mrytis Russell, who was elected without forward to your support in this venture as By Vernique Russell event will allow our players to gain some contest. In her brief remarks Mrs. Russell they plan another exciting summer festival It takes a village to raise a child, and God- international exposure while competing stated that she sees this opportunity for her and power boat race. frey Rolle Jr. and Hartley Bootle are playing against teams from throughout the United a vital role ensuring that the young men in States. and the association to build the communities Little Abaco Home- of North Abaco. She is one who strongly Treasure Cay and Cooper’s Town stay on In an effort to defray costs that the com- believes in community building and believes Coming Dates Change the right path. Godfrey has been offering a mittee will face in making this trip reality that should be the main purpose of this as- By Vernique Russell basketball camp for young boys and teen- for our young men, the committee will host sociation. It is her hope to bring all women The date for the Annual Homecoming agers between the ages of 9-16. Although a cook-out weekly from June 16 through in the North together regardless of political festivities in Little Abaco has been changed. the program is still in its inception stage at July 22. The committee is asking the public persuasion so that the healing process can This notice will serve as a correction for the the Cooper’s Town Branch, the kids are to support this worthy cause. The venue for begin. Finally, she pledged to give her best article printed under the title Little Abaco already building character through discipline these cook-outs is at the Treasure Cay Park to serve as president with the help of the 14th Annual Homecoming in the June 1st and commitment. The kids assemble every beginning at 11 a.m. weekly. The menu Almighty God. Edition of The Abaconian. The new dates evening to enhance their basketball skills. includes ribs, chicken, fish and a variety of for this year festivities will be announced The program has been in operation three rice, conch fritter, crab salad, guava duff Thank You for later. years now and the boys are most apprecia- and much more. Come out and do your part work at airport tive and the results are obviously beneficial. in helping these children. Youth News Through this program our young men have By Vernique Russell Our Boys at the HOYTES A special thank you is extended to Mr. been able to gain exposure and build their School News Bruce Neandross, Mr. Jeffery Hubert and Championship interactive skills. This program works in Success Kids Academy Graduation By Vernique Russell the painters from the Cottages Project in conjunction with HOYTES Basketball Club By Vernique Russell On May 25th thru June 2nd the Youth In Treasure Cay for their generous donation, which is designed to give young girls and The first graduation ceremony for the Action Club for Treasure Cay and Cooper’s service and the fresh look at the airport. boys the ability to gain higher education and students enrolled at Success Kids Academy Town travelled to Grand Bahama to partici- The Customs and Immigration Department make their dreams reality through sports. was held on June 8th. Eight tiny tots de- pate in the HOYTES (Helping Our Youth at the Treasure Cay Airport extend heartfelt Young men have grown through this pro- clared that they have prepared properly and Through Education and Sports) Basketball thanks for the labor that was provided for gram, developing their skills and landing are now ready to start the next chapter of Classic Championship Tournament. This the painting of their side of the terminal. scholarships. their education. The guest speaker for this sporting program is geared to reach young The entire communities of North Abaco join Keep up the good work, Godfrey, your girls and boys between the ages of 9 and them to say thank you for your kind donation labor is surely not in vain. Indeed, you are Please see North Abaco Page 19 sixteen. The teams from Cooper’s Town
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North Abaco From Page 18 per’s Town celebrated its 54th Annual Convention June 4th through 10th. The year’s ceremony was Sabrina Bullard Rus- theme for this year convention was Fear sell, Senior Mistress of the Sherlin Bootle Not. Services were held nightly at the High School. church in Cooper’s Town. On hand for the For the first time in September 2006 grand celebration was the National Overseer the school opened its door offering nurs- Bishop John Humes. On Sunday June 10th ery and preschool services. Operating on the Rt. Hon. Hubert A. Ingraham, Prime a Beka Curriculum, students were taught Minister of the Commonwealth of the Ba- basic math, reading, alphabet and number hamas, took time out his busy schedule to recognition which will allow them to enter worship and celebrate with the Church of into grade 1 ready to conpete. These tiny God. He was accompanied by members of tots received all the necessary training and the Free National Movement Women’s As- waved their finally good-byes to teachers sociation including the association’s national Mrs. D. McIntosh, Mrs. S. Russell and president, Ms. Sharon Sherpard. Congratu- Mrs. R. Moxey. The communities of North lations are extended to the Church of God Abaco congratulate the class of 2007. on another accomplished milestone. May God keep you and continue to bless you. Church News The senior pastor at the Church of God is 10th Annual Women Conference Bishop Archilus Cooper. By Vernique Russell Touching Jesus Is All That Matters was People in the News the theme for the 10th Annual Women’s Thank You, BTC Conference held at End Time Harvest in By Vernique Russell Crown Haven. The conference began on I would like to express sincere thanks to June 4th and ran through June 8th nightly. Mr. Rick Cox of BTC for restoring service The climax service was held on June 10th. to our DSL and VIBE services. Mr. Cox Speakers for this year’s conference included came after he was off for the evening to Apostle Leon Wallace of Nassau, Pastor correct the problem, after attempting to Bridgette Mills of Cities of Refuge, Trea- come during working and all attempts were sure Cay, and Mother Doreen Mills, first unsuccessful. He demonstrated his dedica- lady of End Time Harvest, Crown Haven. tion and commitment to his job. Mr. Cox, I The conference brought hope, aspirations, really appreciate your coming by and adding dreams and built faith as women worshiped a little sweetness to the sour taste that BTC their Master and Savior in spirit. Congratu- had left in my mouth. lations are extended to the organizers of the Happy Anniversary and conference for a job well done. Happy Birthday By Vernique Russell Church of God 54th Convention By Vernique Russell June 6th was a very special day for Rex The Church of God Cathedral in Coo- Please see North Abaco Page 21 Page 20 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007
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Hamilton, as well as his younger brother, coordinates could be recorded. Eventually, enjoyed. The mothers were invited to cheer Cherokee Sound Charles; his children; eleven grandchil- we will be able to view these maps that will their “little darlings” on and competition By Lee Pinder dren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host be similar to Google Earth. We will see an was keen, but the winners of the day were Good Byes to an old friend of other family members and friends and overhead bird’s eye view of “little” Chero- the Bull Dolphins who scored 55 points to Leland James Roberts passed away on acquaintances who will surely miss him. kee Sound or any other part of Abaco we the Great White Sharks who came in with May 30 in his own home surrounded by wish to study with more detail than is avail- 46 points. family and friends after a long illness and Souse-out Epworth Methodist Chapel held a Souse- able on Google. So, be careful 1984 is long The students’ garden had a bumper crop was laid to rest in the local cemetery on the Out in aid of three of its members who are gone, but “Big Brother Is Watching You.” of cherry tomatoes this year and the kids following day. Long time friend and boy- experiencing serious medical problems at decided to have a spaghetti dinner and made hood schoolmate, Patrick Bethel, gave the A visit to the reef balls this time as well as the replenishing of its Our students were treated to an actual their own sauce from their home-grown eulogy and was assisted in the service by Benevolence Fund. The event took place on visit to the Reef Balls put into place near tomatoes. Everyone declared it was utterly Stanley Hansel, the visiting minister from April 28th on the school grounds under the Mermaid Reef off Pelican Shores in Marsh delicious. Norwich, England. The funeral was held at big almond tree and was well attended. The Harbour during the last week of May. As Epworth Chapel in Cherokee on May 31st Rocking chair rock-a-thon fund raiser was very successful, bringing they are not far from shore, the students The recent student Rock-A-Thon fund where he had been a faithful follower for in over $2,200. Chicken Souse and Pigs were able to swim out to them and see them raiser held by the students of Cherokee many years. Feet Souse were the menu for the day, but first hand. They came back with lots of Primary School raised in the neighbour- Born in Cherokee Sound on the 4th of more importantly it brought the community stories to tell of the experience. About how hood of $1,470. These monies will help July in 1924 to James and Susan Roberts together for a time of fellowship and con- the balls were already starting to grow moss pay traveling expenses for a planned field and married to the late Eula Rosalee Sands versation, which everyone seems to enjoy. and had been accepted by the surrounding trip in June. of Man-O-War. Together they had six sea life creatures who were already making However, it was not as successful as children who survived him; Freeman, Una Parrot survival them their home. They told of the many they hoped it would be. So a second event Sawyer, Darlene Sawyer, Diane Sawyer, In an effort to help preserve our Baha- different varieties of fish they saw and how will be held on June 23rd, just prior to the Elvis and Audley. mian parrots, one of our local hunters, who they swam together with the fish in their field trip. This one will be held during the Captain Leland was a familiar figure prefers to remain anonymous, is working midst. Of course, our children are used to nighttime and will include some parents and around all of Abaco as he operated the mail with the Friends of the Environment to trap swimming in our waters and experiencing grown-ups, who were unable to participate boat for 18 years on her weekly run to and feral cats. These wild cats prey upon the the various forms of sea life, but it also made in the last one. from Nassau. He was awarded a certificate young parrots in their nests which are on the them aware of how man can give back to of appreciation for his dedicated and unself- ground and are threatening their survival. Methodist Habitat nature and not always taking from it. It was ish service to the Free National Movement We commend the hunter for his concern group visits a good learning experience for them and we at a banquet and honorary dinner held at for the plight of one of our national trea- A group of 12 college students and their all want to thank Friends of the Environment the Spinnaker Restaurant in 1994 along surers and once again thank Friends for minister, Rev. John Higginbotham, came for their wonderful works. with other outstanding Abaconians by the recognizing a need and stepping up to try from Northwest State University in Natchi- then National Chairman, Dion Foulkes, and and solve the problem. They are a wonderful School Fun Day toches, Louisiana, in the United States as a the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Hubert organization working hard for our future. The schoolchildren enjoyed a school fun work group to assist our local South Abaco A. Ingraqham. He was also honouredd Satellite mapping day on May 25th. The participants were Region with some much needed help. As by the Rotary Club of Abaco and given a Cherokee satellite mapping is being up- divided into two teams. This time Ms. one of their projects they elected to paint Vocational Service Award in 1995 for his dated by members of the Bahamas National Lowe and Ms. Seymour came up with a lot and do some minor repairs to Gerney and outstanding service as the captain of the Geographic Information Systems Center of new and different games and competitions Kathy Sands home in Cherokee Sound. Stede Bonnet as “Being an Exemplary Role from Nassau. Two of their employees for the students, and they all joined in with Their residence is said to be over 100 years Model For Others in His Vocation in 1995.” walked around the town, taking down much gusto and enthusiasm. There was a He is survived by an older sister, Annis numbers on BEC poles so that correct barbecue cookout at lunchtime which all Please see South Page 21 BETTY K AGENCIES
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Located in the very middle of town the fullest. next to the Methodist Church, it is a strong costal in Crown Haven, 20 years of martial Good-bye and sturdy old home built of Abaco pine. It bliss and First Lady Carey’s 40th birthday. This service of appreciation, thanksgiving By Vernique is always good to see one of our historical Russell landmarks preserved. and renewal took place at the couple’s home church in Crown Haven. The Careys The communi- This is not the first time this group has ties of North Abaco visited Abaco and lent a helping hand. Mr. renewed their wedding vows that they took 20 years ago. extend best wishes and Mrs. Sands, together with a few friends, to Customs Officer treated the workers to a real Bahamian Rev. Burnell Parker, his executive board and members paid tribute by showing ap- Delmaro Mackey, spread on the last day of work. And I’m who has served on sure Mrs. and Mrs. Sands appreciate their preciation for the dedication that Mr. Carey has rendered to the church body. The com- Abaco for the past kind help to beautify their home as does the year and a half. Thank you for all that you whole community. munities of North Abaco join with Revival Time Pentecostal to say congratulation to have done while you were here. May God Gardener’s bonsai trees were Mr. and Mrs. Carey. May God continue always guide and protect you. displayed at Epcot Festival to bless you. Mr. Carey is employed at Bonsai - the art of growing carefully BTC and Mrs. Carey is employed at the trained, dwarf plants in containers. Cooper’s Town Clinic. Mr. Robert S. Pinder of Palm City, Happy Birthday Florida, had the distinction recently of By Vernique Russell having his bonsai trees featured at the 2007 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival at Disney This is an example of a bonsai tree; World in Orlando. 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The Bahamas National Trust needs to two miles southeast of Man-O-War Cay Member Bahamas National Trust and formerly picturesque limestone deep sink- stand up to this offense or be renamed the for the past two years and despite many Friends of the Environment, Former hole was piled full with dead trees and debris Bahamas National Distrust and the same efforts by the Port Authority to have it President Audubon Society of the and the blue flag designating the area pushed goes for the Friends of the Environment moved, at the time of writing this article, Everglades, Former Board member over deep into the woods. No birds were who by inaction become Enemies of the it is still there. It broke away from its Florida Audubon Society and Save the found here except for a lone Zenaida Dove Environment. mooring at Walker’s Cay during Hur- Everglades Committee, Current full time pecking thru the freshly disturbed ground. If we continue to allow transgressions ricane Wilma and the owner, Liberty Oil resident of Abaco and Environmental With difficulty we made our way out to like this and the dump transfer site fiasco of Texas, just abandoned it. It has been a Activist the Hole-in-the-Wall road and proceeded and the granting of Crown Land to “busi- constant source of annoyance to residents While doing a monthly bird survey on south to observation area #16, but on the nesses” along the S.C. Bootle Highway of Man-O-War Cay and Elbow Cay and 6/7 in the depths of our Abaco National way noticed that Road 50 was likewise between Marsh Harbor and Treasure Cay boaters in the area as it is an eyesore. Park with fellow naturalists Tom and Judy grossly bulldozed with heaps of dead trees to be turned into eyesore junkyards, Abaco Persons have made many requests for its Gire of the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center pushed to either side of the formerly smooth will lose its tourist appeal. We are allowing removal. In addition to being an eyesore, in Boca Raton, we suddenly made our turn and adequate logging road. this beautiful place the Lord has made to be it is damaging the coral reef on which it on to Road 49 and found it to be a rut-filled How anyone could for whatever reason all screwed up. This is no time to look the is sitting and could also be a potential rubble-strewn mess with trees bulldozed to bulldoze in an unsupervised manner within other way. At the very least keep the Abaco hazard if it were to become punctured both sides. When we came to observation the confines of a national park is beyond me. 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M/V LEGEND M/V LEGACY June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 23 A now taking three months to be processed. Travel plans of thousands of Americans have Seminar was on disaster been put on hold because of this. The Bahamas Hotel Association is urging the U.S. Government to extend the imple- management preparation mentation date to correspond with the one By Mirella Santillo management preparedness. The scope of They also agreed that shelters should not for the cruise industry scheduled to take On April 3rd Mrs. Beryl Armbrister the course was to put the people present in be in the hands of religious institutions. place in January 2008. came from Nassau to hold a meeting for charge of preparing for and coping with a They recommended that government build During a three-month period this past local and central government people to disaster. two open-wall shelters operated by properly spring, the State Department issued 4.5 familiarize them with the organization she Approximately 30 people took part in the trained shelter management personnel. Pre- million passports. represents, the United States Office of For- exercise of considering the locations and the paring residents at risk to be ready to move eign Disaster Assistance. The major scope structural condition of the buildings pres- to a shelter was also discussed as well as From Page 11 of that organization is to prepare key people ently used as shelters, mostly churches, and what supplies would be needed. Fowl Cay in the countries at risk in the areas of shelter assessing their effectiveness should a major The recommendations were collected by management, initial damage assessment and disaster occur, most probably a hurricane. the instructor to be passed on to Mrs. Mar- so enthusiastic about this proposal to of- need analysis and training for instructors. They were asked to determine what they tinborough of Urban Renewal. The notes ficially make Fowl Cays a protected park She offered to come back to further instruct thought should be in place on the island as will be compared to the data provided in that he offered to serve on the Management the people present in these latter subjects. far as shelters were concerned. Divided in the next session. In that next class, which Committee and has offered his services as This return visit, organized by Mrs. four groups, they analyzed the existing con- should be held before the end of June, the a Warden free of charge. Elaine Martinborough with Urban Renewal, ditions and put together recommendations. participants will review their suggestions to At the close of the meeting Ms. Rahming took place on June 5th. Police officers, Most people agreed that Abaco Central make final recommendations. stated that she was disappointed that not representatives of government agencies, High School and Central Abaco Primary A document will be drafted according to more people from the community attended. members of volunteer organizations and School were not adequate shelters because these final suggestions and become part of It was a public meeting which was adver- residents of various Abaco communities at- of the bathroom situation and because of a plan of action in case of a major disaster. tised in the Tribune, Guardian, Abaconian, tended the seminar which related to shelter flooding in the case of the high school. on Radio Abaco and with flyers. She ex- Passports From Page 1 pressed her frustration that despite all the advertising local persons who should be The Bahamas have dropped significantly. concerned were not there. This ruling was made because of the record number of applications at the State Department with new passport applications
Mrs. Beryl Armbrister of the U.S. Embassy in Nassau conducted a seminar on Abaco on June 5 on disaster management. Government workers, members of various volunteer groups and interested residents now have a much better concept of how to respond to a disaster. Page 24 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007
People in the News Dr. Denise Archer private donations. The school tries to be Sandilands and guiding as self sufficient as possible by raising its Rehabilita- her students Volunteers in Jamaica own cows, pigs and chickens and recycling tion Center for the past By Jennifer Hudson its garbage to provide methane gas. Work i n N a s s a u 11 years. Af- Dr Denise Archer, dentist proprietor teams are welcome to do everything from w h e r e h e ter teaching of Diamante Dental Clinic, has recently working with mentally retarded or emotion- also did his in Bimini for returned from a week’s stay in Jamaica ally disturbed children to doing electrical, internship. four years, at where she volunteered her dental services plumbing, painting and teaching. H i s p r o u d S.C. Bootle at the Caribbean Christian Centre for the Dr. Archer works at the Centres along parents are High School Deaf (CCCD). Dr Archer is a committed with Dr. Beecham from the United States, Eusias and in Cooper’s Christian, who says that the reason she another volunteer dentist who began the Mary Cor- Town for five chose dentistry as a career is so that she dentistry project 10 years ago. Dr Beecham nish of Blackwood. He is a graduate of years and at Forest Heights Academy for the could help people, and she demonstrates has donated all of the dental equipment S.C. Bootle High School. past two years, Ms. Richard is now leaving her Christian commitment by volunteering necessary which is portable so that it can the profession of teaching but will still re- for several weeks every year to treat needy Bodybuilder Wins Again be moved between each of the campuses. The NPC 2007 Superior Bodybuilding main in the field of assisting young people. children free of charge. On the first day Dr. Archer was there, she and Fitness Championship and the Ba- She has accepted a full time position with the The trip from which Dr. Archer has just and Dr. Beecham saw 106 students between hamas vs. Florida Invitational were held Abaco Pathfinders Scholarship Foundation returned was the third trip she has made to them. “Some of the children just needed in Hialeah, Florida on May 12. Veteran which, she says, “ will involve challenging the Caribbean Christian Centre for the Deaf. their teeth cleaned while others required bodybuilder Arthur Elden competed in both and motivating kids going to college.” There are four campuses, and she has been dental work; sadly some of the children had competitions, placing first in the Master Ms. Richard began her work with Path- once to each of the Kingston and Montego suffered with toothache for a whole year over 60 in the Bahamas vs. Florida and third finders at the end of March and her first duty Bay campuses and twice to the Mandeville since they cannot afford to pay for dental in the Superior Championship. was to be part of the interviewing process, Campus where she was most recently. The treatment,” said Dr.Archer. The Bahamas Novice Championship was contacting students and colleges and sign- Centre was established in 1958 to meet the In addition to the trip she has just made held on May 18 in Nassau and Mr. Elden ing contracts. “My main goal will be to see unique needs of deaf children. It is a training to the Mandeville campus, Dr Archer vol- was honoured by the Bahamas Bodybuild- that the kids finish the four-year scholarship centre offering the basics in academics and unteered in February for one week at each ing and Fitness Federation by naming the programme allotted to them and not have vocational skills in order to mold and build of the Kingston and Montego Bay campuses. championship after him and presenting him lose their scholarships as has sometimes Christian character. The children come “This is a bona fide ministry and I would with a plaque. happened in the past because their grades from impoverished families most of whom like to see more people going there to In attendance was the Minister of State had dropped. Once awarded a scholarship, cannot afford to pay even a small part of work,” she said. for Youth and Sports, the Hon. Byron students may reapply every year as long as the cost of room, board and tuition. In ad- Woodside, Dr. Norman Gay and Arthur’s they keep their grades up to par. dition, several of the children are orphans, Clinton Forbes first training partner, Mr. Richard Demer- “I plan to visit the 11th and 12th grade some of whom have even been found on the Graduates from C.O.B. itte. students in the high schools to help them streets, without any financial support. Some By Samantha V. Evans apply for scholarships and tell them what is came to the centre as young as three years The College of the Bahamas held its 2007 Leazona Richard available to them not only from Pathfinders and some are still in school at the age of commencement exercise on the last day of but also from additional sources and help 25 as they did not start school until the age Joins Pathfinders May in Nassau and one of Abaco’s very own By Jennifer Hudson them understand what the process entails of 12 or 15 years. students graduated. Mr. Clinton J. Forbes As a dedicated teacher, Mrs Leazona The basic resources needed to operate Please see Page 25 graduated with a degree as a Trained Clini- Richard has been molding young minds People the school are provided by sponsors and cal Nurse. He is presently employed at the
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News of the Cays GTC says good-bye to expatriate teachers who have given faithful years, and he has been a friend of my family indicated that she would be willing to be a service throughout the length and breadth of and especially in times of trouble when my substitute teacher when needed on Abaco. school principal our country. For Anne, the cultural shock husband was sick and died. Teaching for me Mr. Ingraham said, “First of all, I don’t By Julian Lockhart of being posted to Cooper’s Town must is not a job but a vocation and I have loved think Anne is going anywhere yet. She is Tears streamed, voices cracked, best have been great; adapt she did, however. it. I have never gotten up in the morning and not going to be a principal anymore. There wishes were given, hugs and kisses as Anne loved teaching and it showed. Her felt like I didn’t want to go to work today. are many opportunities for the older persons friends, family, coworkers and families students came to love and respect her. Par- My teaching experience has been a joy to in education to continue to serve and help gathered to wish Anne Bootle farewell on ents quickly came to understand that she me,” she added. them mentor some of the younger ones. We June 16 as she retired after 38 years of teach- was good for their children. Anne, I must Mrs. Bootle said change is good and she will continue to do that, especially here on ing. The Prime Minister of the Bahamas, the be honest, I am sorry to see you retire. You has enjoyed every moment of her teaching Abaco,” he concluded. Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham, said during the have been a faithful servant, a stellar teacher experience from the bottom of her heart. farewell luncheon at the Green Turtle Club and a role model par excellence,” he added. Despite retiring as principal, Mrs. Bootle that Mrs. Bootle has made a tremendous Mrs. Bootle shed a lot of tears over the may take a job with education on Abaco if impact on her students and her community weekend as her students gave her a fare- she receives a concrete offer. She has also since moving to The Bahamas. well at awards day and graduation on June Mrs. Bootle came to Abaco in 1969 when 15. She said all of the well wishes have the government was looking for teachers and surprised her. Man injured in boating accident on Tilloo she never left. She has been a principal for When Mrs. Bootle arrived on Abaco in 25 years of which the last 10 has been at 1969 she started teaching at Cooper’s Town the Amy Roberts Primary School on Green Primary where she stayed for three years. Turtle Cay. During that time she married Cliff Bootle. Mr. Ingraham said, “We have been She moved on to Treasure Cay Primary fortunate in The Bahamas to have benefit- where she taught for 10 years before becom- ted from the services of many wonderful ing the principal, a position she held for 15 years. During those years Mrs. Bootle had four chil- dren and lost her husband. Mrs. Bootle then moved on to the Amy Roberts Primary School where she spent 10 years as principal and is now moving on to a new chapter in her life. Mrs. Bootle said, “I was just overwhelmed by everything that Chad Thompson, 22, was apparently thrown from his outboard boat when it hit the shoreline happened here today. The out- on Tilloo as he went through Tilloo Cut. He received a compound fracture and severe Prime MInister Hubert Ingraham attended the flowing of affection and apprecia- lacerations on his right leg. He was found by a passing boater who put splint on his leg luncheon for Mrs. Anne Bootle, principal of the Amy tion, I was almost lost for words. before he was taken to Marsh Harbour to be flown to West Palm Beach. This accident Roberts Primary School on Green Turtle Cay. They That was the biggest (Mr. Ingra- happened in the early evening of June 13. have been friends for the 38 years that Mrs. Bootle ham coming) honor of all. I have has been with the school system on Abaco. known Mr. Ingraham for many
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Come and experience the beauty of the Bahamas. We are waiting for you. Page 30 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Viewpoint . . . Prepare for better jobs Abaco students benefitted from this By Julian Lockhart ter where they are from. If someone from By Julian Lockhart Bootle, had four kids - Cliff, Fiona, Neil It is graduation time again and scores of New Providence or Grand Bahama is better An end of an amazing era in North Abaco and Kirsten - one step child, five grand kids young Abaconians are stepping forth into trained, educated and more qualified , they education came to an end on June 16 when and four step grand kids. Even after her the world after leaving the comforts of high will get the job. This is where Abaconians Anne Bootle retired from 38 years of teach- husband died 14 years into their marriage school, and for the majority of them the end can help themselves and new and future ing, grooming and educating the future and with four young children Mrs. Bootle of the days of their parents supporting them graduates can put themselves in position leaders of Abaco and the Bahamas alike. still didn’t return to Edinburgh, Scotland. and paying their bills. For some, they know to harness these opportunities and be able Mrs. Bootle arrived in Abaco 38 years She explained, “By then the Bahamas was what they will be doing come September, to qualify for the top jobs at these resorts. ago when the government at the time was re- home, my children were Bahamian, I was which college or university they will be If you have no idea what you want to do cruiting teachers from the United Kingdom Bahamian and I had no desire to return to going to and which career path they will with your life, then seriously think about go- and though the majority of her compatriots the United Kingdom.” She continued, “I be pursuing. ing into some form of tourism-based career left, she got married, had a family and made teach because I love children. The mainstay As for others they have no clue what they path. There are so many different jobs at a a difference in countless of lives. of any nation is children and I hope to bring want to do with their lives, if they want to resort. It isn’t just the bus boys, waitresses, Thousands of students passed through her them to a better level.” She will perhaps further their education, what their career maids and grounds crew even though with- doors as a teacher, first for three years at accept another position in education. She path is or if they want to do anything, for out them the hotel can’t survive. There are Cooper’s Town Primary, then for 25 years concluded, “I think my 10 years here on that matter. managerial positions, guest service persons, at Treasure Cay Primary, 15 as principal, Green Turtle Cay has meant the most to Abaco is in a unique position as it is on chefs, housekeeping managers, operations then ending her career as principal of Amy me. It was a different caliber of person, dif- the cusp of a financial upswing with Ritz managers, golf course care, food and bever- Roberts Primary in Green Turtle Cay. ferent caliber of community and students. Carlton taking over the Abaco Club and age managers and the list can go on and on. Along the way Mrs. Bootle married Cliff For some reason I became a different person pumping hundreds of million of dollars into Also for those who want to be an accountant the project, with Baker’s Bay being com- or engineer, resorts need those as well. So pleted by the end of 2009, with the Rocky there are jobs available in those positions. Point Development in Sandy Point starting If we complain that others are taking the construction soon and a number of other jobs available to us and don’t put ourselves projects popping up around Abaco. in position to succeed and take advantage of There will be more money flowing the opportunities, then we will never be in through Abaco in the next five to 10 years position to be the best applicant for a posi- because of these developments. The new tion. Education is very important and one airport and other projects are on tap. It is doesn’t have to go far to get a great one as time for 2007 graduates and future graduat- the Bahamas Hotel Training College is one - Daily Service - ing classes to start taking advantage of these of the best and can put anyone in position to Between Marsh Harbour / Treasure Cay opportunities. It seems to be the general work on Abaco or anywhere in the Bahamas and Melbourne, Daytona Beach thought of a lot of Abaconians that too many if they so choose. 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Auto or Nat. Insurance ...... $ 9 + $3 Kentucky Fried Chicken...... 367-2615 Mother Merle restaurant...... $10 + $3 Abaco Marinas - Slips Fuel Phone Bikes & Scooters • Boats • Cars & Carts Waiting time $20 per hour, $10 per half hour Mangoes...... $$$...... 367-2366 Walker’s Cay Rentals * Marsh Harbour Children under three - free • Caged pets - as people A & P Car Rentals ...... 367-2655 Pop’s Place...... $...... +...... 367-3796 Walker’s Cay -...... Closed Luggage $1.00 each over four, Surf boards $4.00 ea. B & B Boat Rentals...... 367-7368 Sapodilly’s ...... $$$...... 367-3498 • Between Treasure Cay Airport and: Effective 13 Nov 05 Green Turtle Cay Bargain Car Rentals...... 367-0500 Sea Shells ...... $...... 367-4460 Treasure Cay Resort...... $20 + $5 Bluff House ...... 45...... F...... 365-4200 Blue Wave Boat Rentals ...... 367-3910 Snack Shack ...... $...... +...... 367-4005 Madeira Park...... $14 + $4 Green Turtle Club ...... 32...... 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F...... 365-6008 Rich’s Boat Rentals ...... 367-2742 Hope Town Wood Cay ...... $60 + $5 Sea Horse Boat Rentals ...... 367-2513 Abaco Inn ...... $$$...... 366-0133 Mount Hope...... $65 + $5 Marsh Harbour Sea Star Car Rentals ...... 367-4887 Cap’n Jacks...... $...... 366-0247 Fox Town ...... $70 + $5 Boat Harbour Marina.183...... F...... 367-2736 Wilmac Car Rentals...... 367-4970 or 367-4313 Harbour’s Edge...... $$...... 366-0087 Crown Haven ...... $75 + $5 Conch Inn...... 75...... F ...... 367-4000 Green Turtle Cay H T Harbour Lodge ...... $$$...... 366-0095 Marsh Harbour Airport ...... $75 + $10 Harbour View Marina..36...... F ...... 367-2182 T Cay Hotel to Marsh Harbour ...... $65 + $10 Bay Street Rentals ...... 477-5300 365-4070 Munchies ...... $...... +...... 366-0423 Marsh Harbour Marina.52. 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F...... 366-0065 New Plymouth Cart Rentals...365-4188 or 4149 Guana Cay Blue Water Grill...... $$$...... 365-5230 Spanish Cay Reef Boat Rentals ...... 365-4145 Airlines Serving Abaco Grabbers...... $$$...... 365-5133 Spanish Cay Marina....75...... F...... 365-0083 Sea Side Carts & Bikes...... 477-5497 Abaco Air - Nassau, N Eleuthera, Moores Is...... 367-2266 Guana Seaside ...... $$$...... 365-5106 Guana Cay T & A Cart Rentals...... 375-8055 American Eagle - Miami ...... 367-2231 Nippers ...... $$$ ...... 365-5143 Bahamasair - Nassau,W. Palm B, Ft Laud ...... 367-2095 Orchid Bay...... 32...... F...... 365-5175 Guana Cay Donna Sands Cart Rentals ...... 365-5195 Orchid Bay...... 265-5175 Chaulks - Ft. Lauderdale...... 954-359-0329 Boats can clear Customs at Green Turtle Cay, Continental Connection - Miami Treasure Cay or Marsh Harbour Dive Guana Boats & bikes...... 365-5178 Treasure Cay Ft. 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Southern Air - Nassau...... 367-2498 Abaco Island Tours • Marsh Harbour 367-2936 Island Treasures Cart Rentals...... 365-6072 Harbour Cafe ...... $...... 365-8635 Twin Air Calypso - Fort Lauderdale ...... 367-0140 Above & Below • Marsh Harbour 367-0350 Ria-Mar Golf Cart Rentals...... 365-6024 Hudson’s Delight ...... $ ...... 365-8648 Water Ways Boat Rent....357-6540 & 365-6143 Vintage Props & Jets - New Smyrna B...... 367-4852 Dive Abaco 1978, Marsh Harbour 367-2787 Spinnaker Restaurant ....$$$...... 365-8469 Yellow Air Taxi - Ft Lauderdale...... 954-359-0292 Brendals Dive • Green Turtle Cay 365-4411 Hope Town Touch of Class ...... $$$...... 365-8195 Local air charters serving Bahamas & S.Florida Bike Shop Bicycle Rentals ...... 366-0292 Excursion boat • Froggies • Hope T 366-0024 Abaco Air...... 367-2266 Cat’s Paw Boat Rentals...... 366-0380 Green Turtle Cay Cherokee Air Charters ...... 367-3450 Excursion boat • Froggies • Hope T 366-0431 Hope Town Cart Rentals ...... 366-0064 Bluff House...... $$$...... 365-4200 Island Cart Rentals ...... 366-0448 Jolly Roger Bistro...... $$...... 365-4200 Points of Interest Green Turtle Club ...... $$$...... 365-4271 Dive Shops Island Marine Boat Rentals ...... 366-0282 Albert Lowe Museum...... Green Turtle Cay Abaco Dive Adventures, Marsh Harbour.367-2963 J R’s Cart Rental...... 366-0361 Harvey’s Island Grill...... $$...... 365-4389 Above & Below, Marsh Harbour...... 367-0350 Capt Roland Roberts House, reef exhibits.GreenTurtleCay Sea Horse Boat Rentals...... 366-0023 Laura’s Kitchen ...... $$...... 365-4287 Dive Abaco 1978, Marsh Harbour...... 367-2787 Memorial Sculpture Garden. Green Turtle Cay T & N Cart Rentals...... 366-0069 McIntosh’s Restaurant .....$$...... 365-4625 Froggies, Hope Town...... 366-0431 Wyannie Malone Historical Museum.HopeTown Treasure Cay Plymouth Rock Cafe...... 365-4234 Treasure Divers, Treasure Cay...... 365-8465 Elbow Cay Light Station...... Hope Town Alison Car Rent ...... 365-8193 Rooster’s Rest ...... $$...... 365-4066 Treasure Cay Adventures...... 365-8111 Walkto & swim on Mermaid Reef off M Harb. Pelican Shore Cas’s Carts...... 365-8771 Sundowners...... H Cafe...... Open365-4060 Nights Brendal’s Dive, Green T. 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Items of interest • Man-O-War boat yards • Blackwood • Little Harbour - 20 miles S. of Marsh Harbour Abaco Adventures - Kayaks ...... 365-8749 Pete & Gays ...... $$$ ...... 366-4119 bluehole & sisal mill • Cedar Harbour plantation ruins - need • Cherokee - 23 miles S of Marsh Harbour guide• Hole in Wall lighthouse - last mire very rough road • Miles of beach are generally on ocean exposures Abacowild horses by appointment 367-4805 • Bird watching - • Treasure Cay • Green Turtle Cay ask tourism 367-3067 • Guana Cay • Man-O-War Cay • Elbow Cay • Casuarina Point • Bahama Palm Shore • Sandy Point & more Please bring errors & revisions to our attention Page 32 A The Abaconian June 15, 2007 VOLUME 15, NUMBER 12, JUNE 15th, 2007 June is graduation time Students graduate from Abaco’s seven high schools Forest Heights Graduation Ceremony By Jennifer Hudson For 25 young people of Forest Heights Academy, June 13 marked a milestone in their lives. This was their graduation day. Salutatorian Bradley Albury welcomed the graduating class, their families and visitors and reminded his classmates, “We will never stop learning and being scholars.” A BEC power cut presented a challenge but Mrs. Leslie Kennedy was given a flash- light to read while the generator of New Visions Ministry soon cut in and provided minimal power. Graduation night was a first for Mr. Richard as it was his first year as principal Forest Heights Academy held its graduation on June 13 with 25 young people receiving diplomas. Four of the top five honour students were boys including the valedictorian and the salutatorian. Please see School Page 4
Capt. Leonard Turns 90 Rain dampened Sandy C a p t . L e o n a r d T h o m p s o n , a n Point’s home coming o u t s t a n d i n g By Julian Lockhart it works out well. We are trying to build a A b a c o n i a n , Despite Mother Nature putting a damp- community library and recreational centre c e l e b r a t e d h i s ening on the festivities, the Sandy Point with a softball field. We have fish fries ninetieth birthday Development Association’s Conch Fest and throughout the year so we have some money w i t h h i s l a r g e Home Coming still drew a nice crowd with saved up. But this is our biggest event and family and many solid entertainment, cold drinks and great we are hoping to make the money to start the friends. One of food over the Labour Day holiday weekend. library. Home coming brings old residents those friends, Prime The event was held as the main fund raiser back home, and it does so every year. We Minister Hubert for community projects and to beautify the are able to see a lot of friends and family. We Ingraham, is shown community of Sandy Point. will probably do a regatta next year because here congratulating However, a consistent rain on Friday we didn’t have the funds to bring the boats him. Capt Leonard almost dampened the spirits of the planning in this year,” she added. was instumental in committee, but association member, Oeisha The home coming gives Sandy Point developing tourism Roberts, said they knew the rain was com- residents who have moved away a chance on Abaco. He began ing and they just have to make the most of to return home for some fun, great food and Treasure Cay Resort it. Abaconians have been praying for rain the opportunity to see old friends and fam- and later developed for weeks. The folks in Sandy Point wished ily. It adds to the domestic tourism totals as A b a c o B e a c h the rain had waited just three days longer more Nassuvians return back to their roots By Lee Pinder ebrated 90 years of living the 17th of June, to come. to enjoy the tranquility and atmosphere the That’s how most of us know him or 2007, in his home in Marsh Harbour, Ms. Roberts said, “We are not disap- Family Islands have to offer. who have known him for many years; we pointed in the weather because they called Sandy Point normally has a regatta at simply call him “Cap.” Please see Capt. Leonard Page 17 for it and we were just hoping for the best. this time of the year and regattas always Capt. Leonard M. Thompson cel- The weather doesn’t dampen out spirits because the event is two days and we hope Please see Sandy Point Page 12 Agape’s graduation inaugerates new St. Francis Has Happy Graduates
Eight students graduated from Agape Christian School on June 4. The graduation ceremony took place in the Caitlyn Grace Albury Gymnasium, the first time the new Salutatorium Dominica Evans and valedictorian Brittany Archer of St. Francis de Sales building was used. Shown above in upper row Denario Carroll, Samuel Cornish, Alisha School were proud of their trophies and other honours given them for their excellent Humes and Rashad Reckley. in the lower row are Hilarry Roberts, Garrett Sands, academic record. The St. Francis graduation was held on June 12 with 15 students Chelsea Sawyer and Shavanteh Spence. See story on page 4 receiving their diplomas.See story on page 4. Page 2 B The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Coordinators officially launch BTVI program By Mirella Santillo hurricanes but also to launch the program especially in construction where skilled cipal of Abaco Central High School who ac- It is now official; the Bahamas Technical with government officials and assess the labor is missing. “Investors have to bring companied the visitors throughout the day, and Vocational Institute is launched on Ab- needs of the communities regarding techni- in foreign workers because of that lack of added that they were accepting new students aco. The first semester started on May 4th cal education. “Freeport and Abaco are skills.” for the fall courses in sewing, plumbing and with 60 people registering to take courses the two largest campuses. We are here to The program, he explained, starts with small engine repairs. The registration for in cosmetology, business administration, familiarize ourselves with the communities, 15-week courses divided into three five- these courses will start in August. carpentry and electrical installation. assess the needs and introduce some of the week modules. The participants have to BTVI is the easiest institution to get in, The opening of the program was further programs,” explained Mr. Clare. “We have take an entrance examination to determine added Mr. Clare. All you need to get in is reinforced by the visit from Nassau on June a survey form that will be distributed to their level of education. The purpose is to to know how to write, but we will bring 7th of Mr. Paul Clare, BTVI Coordinator find out what the demands are for the fall bring students to a BJC level, especially in you to a BJC level. “Parents,” he urged, for Family Island Affairs, Mr. Fred Delancy semester.” mathematics and English. At the end of 15 “encourage your children to learn a trade. from Freeport, Coordinator for the North- During the interview Mr. Clare insisted weeks, the passing students will be certi- I can guarantee employment for the next 15 ern Bahamas, and Mr. Samuel Rigby, his that the government was stressing the need fied and will be invited to take part in an years,” he added. predecessor. for education, particularly technical educa- apprenticeship program. Once placed, the The visitors had a busy agenda with the The three BTVI representatives were tion. The emphasis put on white collar jobs students still have to attend classes one day first day reserved for a press conference on Abaco not only to assess the repairs to and the tourist industry for the last 15 years, per week to continue towards specialization. with the local news paper, air time at Radio the eastern campus buildings damaged by he said, has left a void in many other fields, At Radio Abaco Mr. Silbert Mills asked Abaco, visits various businesses to assess what was the goal of BTVI. Mr. Clare an- the extend of their interest and cooperation swered that “BTVI was the only institution with the program, a session with the instruc- which had been given the mandate by the tors, a visit of the campus and a presentation government to teach in the technical and in Cooper’s Town. vocational field.” The second day’s schedule was more The question was asked if the certifica- flexible. They visited construction compa- tion from BTVI is recognized internation- nies and Abaco Beach Resort to find out if ally. BTVI is in negotiation with a Florida they would partner in the program and met university to bring the certification to an with builders to get a quote for the repairs international level. “Right now, the standard of the campus. Mr. Hield mentioned that is not respected, but it is being rectified,” Please see Page 20 replied Mr. Clare. Mr. Kendris Hield, Prin- BTVI
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School From Page 1 of Forest Heights Academy. He gave the Kerri Sawyer achieved the remarkable feat been eagerly awaiting - the presentation graduating students what he termed his of perfect attendance, never missing a day of of diplomas by Mr. Hugh Cottis and the school throughout his entire progress from moving of the tassel to the opposite side Microsoft, for them to keep in mind as they “three best nuggets of wisdom.” kindergarten to graduation. of their cap by Ms. Wedgwood, signifying prepare to leave St. Francis. They are: (1) 1. “Choose your friends wisely as the Two students, Jonathan Evans and their graduation. Following the benediction Life is not fair. (2) The world will expect world will judge you on the company you Cheynea Turnquest, were named to the by Mr. Richard, the final moment had ar- them to achieve something. (3) You will not keep. Choose friends who will uplift and Honour Roll while the three top students, rived when, with a resounding cheer, the 25 make $60,000 right out of high school. Each support you. Bradley Albury, Matthew Wedgewood and young people of the graduating class of 2007 of you will have to work hard. (4) If you 2. Choose your words wisely as the world Christian Wilhoyte, achieved the highest tossed their caps into the air as graduates. think your teacher is rough, just wait until will also judge you by how you speak. Think distinction of reaching the Principal’s List. you get a boss. (5) Parents weren’t bored before you speak; you can show more ma- St. Francis de Sales “The guys really set the standard this year before you were born. They are now bored turity by what you say than a diploma on and really shone,” stated Mrs. Kennedy. Awards Ceremony and Graduation because they clean up all the messes you the wall. Christian Wilhoyte, who has been se- By Samantha V. Evans leave behind, pay all your bills and provide 3. Plan your future wisely. Decide what lected to spend a year sailing the seas with Fifteen grade 12 students of St. Francis for you. Thank them daily. This is a “gimme you want and figure out how to get it. Now Class Afloat, gave the Valedictorian’s de Sales School have met the criteria needed society” we presently live in and very few you are leaving Forest Heights, and it is remarks which he closed by saying, “We to graduate and on June 11th these students people stop to say thank you. That is what your chance to soar.” have gathered many experiences that have received their awards at the St. Francis de humanity is all about - showing gratitude Fifteen of the 25 graduating students will made us what we are today. We should not Sales Catholic Church. Principal Josephine to those persons who help you. (6) If you be entering colleges and several of the others dwell on mistakes of the past but learn from Kumar gave them ten paraphrased rules for mess up, it is not your teacher’s fault or your already have jobs to go into. them and as we leave from here share our life she borrowed from Bill Gates, CEO of parent’s failure - it is yours. (7) Life is not Keynote speaker for the evening was memories.” divided into semesters or terms. (8) Televi- Mr Hugh Cottis, formerly District Educa- Please see Page 6 Now came the part of the ceremony for School sion is not real life. (9) Modest employment tion Officer for Abaco who was once also which the Graduating Class of 2007 had is not beneath your dignity. Your ancestors a teacher at Forest Heights Academy. Mr. called it opportunity. (10) Be nice to nerds; Cottis’s advice to the graduating class was “Have a goal; otherwise, you will be like V.M. Higgs you may end up working for one. 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School From Page 4 SAT exami- here on Abaco and at St. Francis de Sales in Francis de Sale School took an amazing trip nation. Peo- particular. He is an exemplary example of to Costa Rica for 11 days beginning March how long they persevere. ple to People what excellence can result in. Jerron loves 29th. The students stated that they felt so He told the graduates that they have International art and won the student art competition fortunate to be able to make this trip. Not persevered but this is only the beginning. learned of held at the Abaco Beach Resort earlier this only did they get to visit many great places, They have many more victories to come. Jerron from year. He plans to attend a technical college but they were able to practice their Spanish They will soon face globalization and real- the College to pursue a career in art in conjunction with skills. Loudline Jospeh stated that this is ize that they will have to acquire new skills Board Stu- communication technology and auto engi- the most exciting place he has ever been and be creative. They will have to be patient dent Search neering. Jerron is the son of Pastor Stephen and he enjoyed every minute of it. He said and persevere to pursue higher learning. He Service, the and Judith Knowles of Strong Tower Church that the place is absolutely beautiful, the wants the young people to be aware that organization in Dundas Town. cuisine and hotels were enjoyable and the life is full of challenges so they will have that administers the SAT and PSAT. It helps Spanish students teachers made the trip memorable. Some to persevere to achieve their goals. He told prepare young people for opportunities and travel to Costa Rica of the places they visited were the batos them to be disciplined people by setting responsibilities ahead. In the summer he By Samantha V. Evans Please see School Page 8 goals and stick to them. Once they do this will join students from 97 countries around A group of 20 Spanish students from St. they will be victorious. the world to learn, be challenged and earn St. Francis held Reflection Day academic credit while exploring America’s By Samantha V. Evans most prominent colleges and universities. On May 25th the grade six students spent Jerron will spend 10 days this month at the day at St. Francis Church for Reflection John Hopkins University in Baltimore, a Day. On this day students shared their most leading American university where par- cherished experiences with each other, stat- ticipants will attend various workshops ed what they liked best about this year, what including those on leadership skills. These they will miss the most about their primary students will develop their leadership skills school years and shared their future plans. and gain an edge in college admission of- They even shared some very funny and sad fices. They will focus on team building, moments they experienced during this year. community service and professional aspi- After sharing, they played games and had rations. They will work on an action plan a fun, relaxing time with each other. Mrs. to make a difference in their communities, Olive Simon, the class teacher, presented develop skills to help them lead tomorrow’s gifts to her students. Lunch was provided world and build their college resumes. for the students by the school. Jerron will visit historically relevant monuments and museums while taking in the This is the group of 20 Spanish students of St. Francis de Sales who visited Costa Rica for St. Francis Student Honored sights, sounds and nuances of American life. By Samantha V. Evans 10 days. They were impressed with the country, the cuisine, the scenery and the people. Mrs. Josephine Kumar, principal of St. Eighteen-year-old Stephen Jerron Francis de Sales School, stated that while Knowles, a grade 12 student of St. Francis Jerron lives out this life-changing experi- de Sales School was invited to participate in ence, he will be showing the other par- the People to People Future Leaders Summit ticipants what they have been teaching him 2007 for achieving a very high score on his
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School From Page 6 Aquarium. They even visited Braulio Car- ates were excited and filled with anticipation rillo Rainforest, the location where Jurassic Agape Christian as the evening began. School held graduation volcanos, the waterfalls, La Paz, Poas, hot Park was filmed. Rashad Reckley, Chelsea Sawyer and Mrs. Jessica Brown, Spanish teacher By Samantha V. Evans Garrett Sands were the students who pre- water springs, museums, local schools and On May 25th Agape Christian School horseback riding. at St. Francis, organized and coordinated sented speeches and challenges to their fel- this trip. She made sure that the students held its fourth high school graduation low classmates. The keynote speaker, Mr. The students, faculty and staff of one of ceremony in its 13-year history. Denario the schools they visited invited them to their tasted various dishes. The final stop on the Kenneth Romer from Freeport, challenged trip was to Museo de los Ninos (Children’s Carroll, Samuel Cornish, Alisha Humes, the students not to forget their dreams and sports day. The students had a great day Rashad Reckley, Hilarry Roberts, Garrett interacting with the Costa Rican students. Museum). Young people flock to the mu- to be wary of those who might be “Dream- seum annually to learn about Costa Rican Sands, Chelsea Sawyer and Shavanteh killers.” His challenge was well received. The Costa Rican students expressed their Spence were the center of attention as the interests in both sports and academics which history, science and technology. The Abaco Mrs. Cecile Albury offered an inspiring students were able to record their own tele- staff, family and friends of Agape celebrated Principal’s address, but perhaps the fa- intrigued the Abaco students greatly. the students’ accomplishments in education Briano Henchell and Kevanna McIntosh vision program and CD while there. All of vourite speech of the evening was by the the students stated that the trip was the best over the last 13-15 years of schooling. The Homeroom Teacher, Mrs.Renee Bethel, stated that the natural beauty and tranquil- graduation was the first official ceremony ity of Costa Rica was mesmerizing. The ever and they owe it all to Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Samantha Duverny and Ms. Davis, who are held in the Caitlyn Grace Gymnasium with a Please see School Page 9 students said that when they visited the crowd of over 300 in attendance. The gradu- waterfalls, they enjoyed the beauty of the all employed at the school. unique types of butterflies at the Butterfly
Twelve grade six students of Central Abaco Primary School traveled by bus, ferry and Several of the St. Francis Spanish students went horseback riding for the first time on their cruise boat to Fort Lauderdale to see a performance of the Lion King. While they were trip to Costa Rica. They enjoyed the trip, sightseeing through the beautiful countryside in Freeport they visited the Rand Nature Center. and visiting some of the attractions. Real Estate Opportunity Wanted: Real Estate Sales Person(s) with a BREA license to work with an established Bahamian firm with offices throughout The Baha- mas. Send resume in confidence to The Abaconian P.O. Box AB 20551, Marsh Harbour, Abaco Ph: 242-367-2677
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School From Page 8 will hang in the gymnasium foyer. When all was said and done, everyone seemed to have had an enjoyable evening - the graduates who shared memories and personality perhaps most of all! Each student is done quirks of each of her eight students. with high school now and is on to the next Perhaps most of the excitement and stage of life. anticipation for the students came from the award presentations. Subject awards as Central Abaco Primary well as attendance, honor roll and physical Grade six students education awards were handed out by teach- see the Lion King ers and Agape board members. Chelsea By Samantha V. Evans Sawyer’s hard work and commitment to her A group of grade 6 students from Cen- studies over the last year paid off as she won tral Abaco Primary School along with their most of the awards throughout the evening. teachers traveled to Fort Lauderdale to see There were moments of sadness as the the Lion King over May 20-23. The group A program produced by the music department of Abaco Central High School offered a class remembered their late friend, Caitlyn of 12 students and three teachers traveled variety of music. Shown here is the choir along with staff members. Albury, who passed away in 2003. Caitlyn’s mother, Janet Albury, and sister, Joanne Please see School Page 10 Albury, attended the ceremony and wit- nessed the presentation of the class gift to the school: a portrait of Caitlyn. The portrait
The music department at Abaco Central is under the direction of Ms. Pauling Brice, who is preparing her students for sitting the BGCSE exam. Students performed on recorders and shown here are the bell ringers. The program included dancing and modeling.
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School From Page 9 ing about New Plymouth’s history, the tour ended at the grounds of the Heritage Festival where they took pictures with pirates and on the ferry to McLean’s Town on Grand took part in the parade. Bahama to Freeport, then on the Discovery Cruise Line to Fort Lauderdale. Mr. Le- Musical recital roy Thompson, Senior Master, stated that By Samantha V. Evans the students got to see all the amenities a Under the theme The Colors of Spring: cruise ship offers including entertainment. Showcasing a Collection of Recital Pieces, They received first class service. While in the music department of Abaco Central High Freeport they toured of the area and vis- School held its first musical recital on May ited The Rand Nature Center where they 23rd at the school. The goal of this event were able to see the Abaco boa and other was to show the diversity in music. Ms. Bahamian snakes. In Fort Lauderdale they Pauline Brice, music teacher, stated that saw the Lion King at the Broward Center the students need to be aware of all music for the Performing Arts which was the real types to successfully sit the BGCSE exam th Several church leaders began the Bridging the Gap Youth Program to train students to reason for the trip. The students saw a live given to 12 grade students. She saw this as a great way to showcase their talents and be leaders. Six girls were chosen to be the first group that they worked with. They are production with all of the props and effects. shown here with Mrs. Beverly Archer of Abaco Youth Mnistries. They were all amazed by the way the stage to prepare them for national exams. The changed to suit the different scenes. Mr. students performed on the recorder, as bell Thompson stated that the trip was great, ringers, models and dancers. Special pieces and the students were able to bond with each were performed by Mr. Enrique Brown other. The other teachers traveling with the and Mr. Rori Young, both teachers of the group were Ms. McQueen and Mrs. Theo- school. Mr. Vincent Joseph was the guest dora Fernander, both grade six teachers. artist and played the flute to Celion Dion’s My heart will go on. Teachers’ Luncheon During the evening Ms. Brice explained By Samantha V. Evans the origin of music, stating that when it was Teacher Appreciation Week was ob- Fourteen years of steady growth, paralleling Abaco’s booming economy, formed, it was meant to be pleasant as it took served at Central Abaco Primary School advantage of all of the sounds of nature. As has brought The Abaconian paper to its current status, presently 7,500 the week of May 21-25 and extended into she spoke of various types of music, students copies twice a month averaging 54 pages. There are many growth the following week due to the number of from her music classes modeled various churches in the community that wanted to opportunities. indigenous attires representative of those honor the teachers. On May 25th the school We are wanting to sell this publication. We are asking if there is cultures. She spoke of the music from Af- administration treated the teachers to a lun- anyone within the Abaco community with an interest in perpetuating this rica that is tribal and rich; the music of Asia cheon and presented each of the teachers and that is made up of strings, woodwind and community paper. specialists with gifts including vouchers for percussion instruments; South American or Anyone seriouly interested must be dedicated to assisting with Abaco’s rental cars, flowers, hair cuts, hair styles, Latin music has a lot of percussions; North manicures and pedicures and other goodies. growth and development and have solid financial capabilities. We are American music has catchy rhythm; Jamai- Each member of staff felt very appreciated. willing to assist with the transition. They were also treated to breakfast by Zion Please see School Page 11 David and Kathleen Ralph • 242-367-2677 • [email protected] Baptist Church and Change Ministries In- ternational. Students learn the importance of family By Samantha V. Evans Any effort to strengthen the family unit is always welcomed, especially in families where there are children. On May 4th the grade two students of Central Abaco Pri- mary School spent the day on Green Turtle Cay to learn more about Family Life. The topic for this lesson was Family Teaches Culture and Tradition. While on the cay the students visited the Albert Lowe Museum, the Loyalist Memorial Sculpture Garden and they saw historical photographs dating back as far as the early 20th century. After learn-
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School From Page 10 Music affects the heart, mind and soul of repair old ones. have identified six youth whom they have everyone. It is the universal language and Students attend begun training to become youth leaders. can music is known as Reggae and became a gift from God. At the end of the recital, leadership training The students had their first training sessions famous because of the late Bob Marley; and light refreshments were served. Funds In an effort to prepare young people to in April and completed this year’s training raised from this recital will go towards Bahamian music such as Goombay, Heel become leaders of this country, the orga- Please see School Page 12 and Toe and Junkanoo. purchasing new musical instruments and to nizers of Bridging the Gap Youth Program
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O F F I C E S I N Abaco Nassau NEW Exuma SCOTLAND CAY PELICAN SHORES Eleuthera MARSH HARBOUR GREAT CISTERN #562885: Residential Lot: $575,900 #562332: 3bd/3bths : Executive Rental #562133: 3bd/2bths: $347,000 #562800 2bd/2bths: Vacation Rental Perched Long Island on a ridge overlooking the Sea of Abaco and Rare offering: Stunning 23,558 square foot home site Spacious family home located on prestigious Pelican Fully furnished, with all new appliances and cabinets. the Atlantic Ocean beyond, this 1,700 s.f. home on Scotland Cay. Sea of Abaco frontage of 150.22’, Shores. Long term lease only, references, first, last and Harbour Island Ideally located on quiet road, but close to Marsh Har- offers spectacular views encompassing Guana nicely shelterd hard shore, well elevated. security required. Lease pricing on request. bour. Excellent investment for rental or family home. Cay, Scotland Cay and Man-O-War Cay. Rental rate on request.
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Serenity, White Sound, Elbow Cay Private paradise peninsular home, 667ft. of water- front. 4 bed/2 bath, detached gazebos, pool, bbq, outdoor showers, generator, water-maker and MARNIES LANDING Private waterfront marina community of 1/2 private dock. Shown by appointment acre lots. Lot #2B reduced to $399,000. Lot $4,600,000 #2 Oceanfront $895,000. SOLD
FAR NIENTE White Sound MAY HOUSE, North End, Elbow Cay Hilltop lot adjacent to Aunt North End 4 bed / 4 bath on the Pats Bay in White Sound. Elbow Cay Sea of Abaco North 1/3 acre with private dock slip Ocean front End, Elbow Cay. Large and views of the Sea of Abaco Large 1.5 acre property, open Foor plan, fully fur- and Atlantic $355,000 2 bed / 2 bath villa, gen- nished, beautiful beach erator room, can be sub- $3,900,000 High Hopes divided North End, Elbow Cay Reduced Oceanfront home 3 bed/3 $2,900,000 South End, Elbow Cay bath, large deck overlooking Oceanfront Lot 1/2+ the Atlantic, fully furnished acre, suitable for main and excellent rental history TOWN BREAK and guest cottage, ad- $1,450,000 Hope Town 5 bed / 4 jacent to private Dor- bath ocean-front turn key ros Cove community at OCEAN FRONT home on beautiful san- south end of Elbow Cay, WHITE SOUND dy beach, located north close to restaurant and Lots #13 & #14 with dock- of historic Hope Town marina $750,000 age on White Sound Bay settlement. Open deck- $495,000 each ing, beautiful decor and exellent rental history. TRANQUILITY White Sound $2,300.000 Little Orchard, Marsh Ocean Front Harbour 2 bedroom/2 Lots #15 and 16, both with KIWI HOUSE bath house, perfect dockage on White Sound White Sound, Elbow Cay family home or excel- bay, and just SOLDsteps away from Newly custom-built Baha- lent rental potential. marina and restaurants mian style home, 2-story, LocatedSOLD close to restau- 3 bed, 2.5 bath. Expansive decking, Pool, central rants, marina and beach DORROS COVE AC, generator. Spectacu- $236,000 Lot #18 with dock slip and lar views of the Atlantic ocean views $362,000 Ocean Lot #21 with dock slip and $897,000 panaramic views $425,000 Lot #43 with dock slip and SUMBLIME
CONCH QUEST ocean/sea view $365,000 Hope Town Settlement Ocean front villa, 2 Historic Hope Town bedroom, 1 bath with LYNYARD CAY house with dockage. Main room to expand. Open 3 acres on Sea of Abaco, house 4 bed 2.5 bath with deck overlooks excel- north of pond $730,000 detached dock house. lent surfing location. 1 acre north of pond on Sea Rental history available. Just steps from ma- of Abaco $365,000 $1,600,000 rina and restaurant. Rental history available. $675,000
15 May 07 June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 15 B Page 16 B The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Principal looks achievements at Abaco Central By Mirella Santillo but also for the community,” he explained. or stop at the each, maybe ducks, too, and we will be For his first year as Principal Mr. Ken- The discipline has improved tremen- office. An growing more crops.” dris Hield was given a tough assignment dously during the last school year,” he said. alarm system Another successful program was the when he was posted to Abaco Central “One thing I want the students to understand has been in- implementation of the first Bahamas Tech- High School. The largest high school on is that they are here to learn. Anything stalled and nical and Vocational Institute’s classes on Abaco, the school was faced with a growing else is not welcomed. I must commend the Mr. Hield is Abaco. On May 4th 60 students age 16 and population of students from different ethnic police who responded quickly when we planning to up registered for the first semester courses backgrounds prone to fights and violence, a had problems. Every single person on the add another which will run until July 7th. They had a campus in poor condition, not yet recovered campus, student, member of the faculty and s e c u r i t y choice of either cosmetology, electrical from the damage of the two hurricanes of staff has the right to feel safe and nobody b o o t h a n d installation, carpentry or business adminis- 2004 and academic performances barely is going to infringe on that right. I had to install more tration. Registration for the second semester reaching passing grade. press charges in certain instances. Assault surveillance classes will be held from August 20th to 24th Since his taking over, the school grounds is a crime, bringing a weapon to school is a cameras. Once discipline is in place, the with placement examinations taking place on have improved considerably. The buildings crime, possession of illegal substances is a students can start to learn. “When they June 15th and 22nd. were painted, the fence repaired and a secu- crime that will be reported, and the culprits respect each other and start to act as one, With these classes being held during the rity booth constructed at the entrance. The will face a juvenile panel,” he insisted. we’ll focus them on studying. Academic im- summer and the remodeling of the Eastern grass is kept trimmed; it looks again like Anyone visiting the school must now state provement is not going to happen overnight, campus which will be fitted to hold more a school should. “We did it with the little his or her business to the security guard but we are going to see some improvements BTVI classes in September, Mr. Hield said resources we had, not only for the school, within the next two or three years, I am that the school will not close. “Anyway, for certain,” he said. principals,” he explained, “planning for the He explained that during the 2006-07 school year happens during July and August. school year, an agricultural program and It is the time to check the classrooms for a chicken farm were put in place. “We repairs and painting, to put together time grew enough tomatoes, cabbages, onions tables and human resources. It is the time to and broccoli to sell and we slaughtered 150 organize and plan for a better environment chicken that we sold for $5 a piece. The and keep the place maintained. This is a gov- money was put back into the agriculture program. Next year,” added Mr. Hield, “we Please see Hield Page 17 will purchase two batches of 200 chickens Caribbean Marine Construction DOCK BUILDING SPECIALIST l COMMERCIAL DOCKS l BOAT LIFTS l PRIVATE DOCKS l SEA WALL CONSTRUCTION Mr. Kendris Hield, Principal of Abaco Central High School, took over his responsiblities l DOCK DEMOLITION & REMOVAL last August. He faced many difficulties but has seen much progress. One of his projects was to re-introduce agriculture into the curriculum. The students successfully raised 150 Office Tel: 367.4842 Cellular: 357.6564 chickens that they slaughtered and sold for $5 each.
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Ideal for entertaining, there is a bar set into the living roomTreasure and a cosy Cay fireplace Lots to Lubbers Quarters Vacant Lots # 3456 $180,000 A b a c o Ocean Club NEW LISTING! #3339 Marsh Harbour and Elbow Cay, there are two 80’ x 125’ choice lots available. Iden- Magnificient lot of 20,040 sq. ft. in an $45,000 tical in size and price, both lots can boast upcoming subdivision of Lubbers. This large lot is situated in a very nice picturesque sunsets and views of the Sea Down the lane you can sit to watch the neighbourhood and is very reasonably magical Bahamian sunset. of Abaco. There is soon to be dockage (2) Southern Breeze Cottage / This priced with much to offer. Approx. 9,000 close by. Roads are in great condition quaint cottage is located in the Abaco sq. ft. this ideal family lot backs onto the and this desirable location is walking #3390 $100,000 Abaco Ocean Club Ocean Club Subdivision, Lubber Quar- golf course. Perfect for the single family Beautifully located vacant lot with a ters. Overlooking the Sea of Abaco and home. All utilities are already in place. walking distance from Restaurants and Bakery. Included is a private Dock Slip in the protected Marina only steps from EXCLUSIVE LISTINGS June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 17 B Hield From Page 16 Abaco. He took all the fanfare and festivi- kept indoors by the inclement weather, a not finished yet, in fact, far from it. We ties in stride. sumptuous meal was provided for the gath- hope you make to 100 and we only hope ernment organization that should be cared He was surrounded by his six children, ering as well as a birthday cake with all the we’re still here to help you celebrate. Happy for year around. Next year,” he concluded, coming from as far away as Mexico and as trimmings. All the guests were presented Birthday, Cap. “should be very eventful. There will be a close as Hope Town, the home of his birth. with souvenir glass tumblers with his name stronger BTVI program and a technical pro- There were grandchildren, great-grandchil- and a drawing of his plane etched on the gram added to the curriculum, and we will dren, old friends and acquaintances. The side to remember this momentous occasion. have an upgraded basketball court, with the Hon. Hubert Ingraham, Prime Minister, Ninety years is a long time, but Captain’s ACH Marlins logo and painted benches.” was there as well as two former Members of Parliament for Abaco, Frederik Gottlieb and Robert Sweeting and their spouses, and a third, Michael Lightbourn, was unable to Capt. Leonard From Page 1 fly out of Nassau because of bad weather, or he, too, would surely have been there, smoking one of his signature cigars sur- as well as the present Representative for rounded by friends and family. A former Abaco, Edison Key, and his wife. Royal Canadian Air Force Captain, an It certainly says something for a man’s entrepreneur, a businessman, a father, a character to be surrounded by so many husband, an author of two books, a farmer, distinguished gentlemen who have remained an elder statesman and a loyal Abaconian, close lifelong friends and to be able to be he has had what you might call “the good blessed with so many who love him. life“ and is still living it. Still just as sharp, He took time out during the evening to just as knowledgeable and just as jovial as be interviewed by ZNS, the government- he was when I met him and his wonderful owned television station for nearly an hour wife, Mary, 46 years ago in Nassau when and to have many photo opts with dignitaries he was then the Member of Parliament for and family. Even though the gathering was Page 18 B The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Crabbing Season is Here Jennifer Hudson people like the female crabs because they and begin life as true land crabs. They must Scratching sounds in the yard, crabs enjoy the eggs which are contained in orange continue to have contact with water in or- skittering across the roads and the sight capsules and consider them a great delicacy. der to breathe but can go for a day or two of cages full of these crustaceans clawing There are two types of land crab, the without dunking. This allows them to move their way up the mesh sides let us know that white crab (which is actually a bluish grey inland up to as far as five miles from the crab season is here once again. The advent colour) and the black crab. White crabs coast as long as the areas are very low. They of the rainy season brings land crabs out are the more common of the two and are dig down below the water table and create from May to October. During the winter plentiful in Casuarina Point, black crabs a chamber that holds about a half gallon of these creatures hibernate and block the are scarce on the main island but can be water. Unfortunately, this creates a habitat entrance to their holes, but since they have found on the cays. “The black crabs are a not only for crabs but also for mosquitoes. gills, they come out of their holes following lot smaller but better tasting,” says Stephan. The crabs stay in their holes during the heavy rain. “But if you put black crabs and white crabs day and come out at night to feed, some- A large number of the crabs which are in a pen together, the white crabs will kill times ranging as far as half a mile from their sold commercially on Abaco are brought the black.” burrows. By dawn they are back at their from Andros which is the “crab capital” Recently, Stephan has been joined in his hole waiting for the heat or intruders to send of The Bahamas but many Abaco natives crabbing pursuits by his next door neigh- them scurrying back down into their pool. love to go out and catch crabs themselves. Stephen Johnson enjoys crabbing and each bour, 10-year-old Adam McKinney, who If you have a crab in your yard which is They not only enjoy the excitement of chas- night can usually come up with about six. is eager to learn from his older friend’s annoying you, you could seek out its hole, ing and capturing the creatures but look His family keeps them for a couple of weeks expertise. Adam has not yet built up the then try dropping a polished sea bean down forward to all the tasty delicacies which feeding them until they are ready for the courage to grab the crabs with his hand but it. According to island folklore this will can be cooked up afterwards which include dinner table. does very well picking them up with a pair drive the crab crazy and hopefully it will not only “boiled crab” but also “crab and puts his foot on its two front biters and the of long barbeque tongs. leave. Or you may prefer to catch it and dough,” “crab and rice” and the very tasty body and grabs it from behind, then drops While the scratching of land crabs can put it in your pot. “stuffed baked crabs.” it into his pillowcase sack. When he has sound very eerie, and they often take a Fifteen-year-old Stephan Johnson enjoys collected about five or six crabs, he returns person by surprise scuttling across a wash crabbing in the area of Casuarina Point home to put them in a pen behind of his house floor, shed or garage, they are inter- where he lives, and he has become quite house. There his mother feeds the crabs for esting creatures. Land crabs do not begin adept at it since he began three years ago. a couple of weeks to flush out their systems their life on land. They mate there but dur- He enjoys going out in the evenings after before they can be eaten as they are scav- ing the full moons of late summer and early Ads in he has finished his homework, wearing engers and feed on all kinds of unsavoury fall, the egg laden females migrate to salt sturdy tennis shoes and carrying a machete, material. In order for their systems to be- water in order to release their young before flashlight and pillowcase (some people use come purged, the crabs are fed on bread, returning to land. This is why so often crabs The Abaconian croaker sacks) to see how many he can find mango skins and watermelon. Then three are seen on the highways trying to cross to for that evening. “From 7 p.m. just before or four days before cooking they are given the beach. After the larval crabs have spent Bring Results dusk onwards is the best time to catch just water in order to cleanse them right out. about six weeks at sea, they come ashore crabs,” informed Stephan. “Crabs love When they are ready for cooking, cocoa plums so I look especially around Stephan gets them out of the cage, snaps the the cocoa plum bushes as I’m guaranteed big biters off, clips off the legs and scrubs to catch some there.” the outside to get the dirt off. The crabs On average Stephan is able to come home are then turned onto their backs and placed with about six a night. He walks stealthily in the bottom of a pot with a little salt and and knocks the bush with a stick or machete water and steamed. A little lime juice and to disturb any crabs which may be lurking. red pepper in the water spices up this boiled Once he hears some rustling in the bush he crab. The fat is eaten out of the back and the makes his way in (he has had his share of meat of the body is picked to pieces. Many poisonwood). When he finds the crab, he The Abaco Real Estate Specialists!
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RENTALS AVAILABLE Osbourne Stuart - Broker and Appraiser Shop our listings online at In the Sea Star Building next to Maxwell’s Supermarket Visit our other fine properties at: www.adlerrealtybahamas.com www.ParadiseBahamas.com May 15, 07 June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 19 B Viewpoint . . . Protecting Our Number One Industry By Vernique Russell rounds our islands. These products have first come to our shores. Change is good, I gift store or grocery store doors deserves Over the years The Bahamas has climbed successfully worked together by God’s agree, but we must be able to differentiate to be treated fairly. If we as Bahamians can to greater heights in our number one in- grace and have brought millions of people which changes are good and those that will appreciate our locals and give them the same dustry with sun, sand and sea as our main to our shores. I am of the opinion that do more damage than good. We must be treatment that we would give our tourists, product. We have done fairly well and made even though these people chose to visit our willing to go beyond the call of duty for then we can position ourselves to always great achievements in this area. However, I country out of many other countries that our tourists. We must not develop a “that’s be on our “p’s and “q’s” to provide service believe that we are all responsible for ensur- boast the same product, we treat them like not my job” attitude but always be willing with a smile that is sincere and genuine. ing that our number one industry is protected we are doing them a favour when reality is to make it our job for guaranteed visitors’ Tourism is everyone business; we are at all times no matter what the cost. We that they are doing us a favor. We can’t af- satisfaction. Finally, practice makes perfect! all in this together. We all rely on the tour- are all aware that tourism is our number ford to have our tourists leaving our shores What we practice is what we will be com- ists that come to our shores in one way one industry, and it is all of our business to disappointed and disgusted because of the fortable doing. Many persons employed in or another. It our job, our duty and our treat our visitor with the uttermost respect attitude and service they receive while they the tourism sector can serve only tourists responsibility to ensure that they receive and dignity. We depend on these people are here. There are things that we can all with a smile and treat natives extremely the best treatment possible and they return to feed our families, school our children do to help make our visitors’ experience an poorly. That contributes to the reason why it to our shore. Please, together, let’s protect and pay our bills. But I am afraid that we unforgettable one that he or she will want is always so easy for them to have bad days. our number one industry, our future. Our sometime take these visitors for granted to relive year after year. If we practice with our locals when tourists children’s future depends on it. and they often leave with a sour rather than Those of you who work directly in the are not on the scene, our performance would sweet taste in their mouths. Whether you’re tourism sector, I am calling on you to always be top notch. We must realize that every a maid, bartender, taxi driver, ticket agent, cater to these people with respect. If you had person that walks through our restaurants, waitress, security officer or a member of the a bad night or day, please don’t wear it on executive board at your organization, you your face. Attitude is a little thing that makes have a role to play. a BIG difference. Secondly, it seems as if Besides friendliness and hospitality, this we are losing our unique style of manner- Subscribe to small yet unique country only can boast of ism. Whatever happen to “Good morning, The Abaconian the beautiful sun that graces our sky, the how are you,” or “Good afternoon.” We beautiful sand that adorns our beaches and are straying away from the basic foundation To Keep up with All the News of the Island the crystal clear, turquoise water that sur- that touches the tourists’ hearts when they Page 20 B The Abaconian June 15, 2007 Banquet ends a successful JA year
By Samantha V. Evans Fulfilling the Dream was the theme of this 2006-07 Junior Achievement year, and the board with responsibility for Junior Achievement (JA) as well as the Central Abaco Youth Council Board has many reasons to be proud. On June 9th the first JA banquet was held at Mangoes Restaurant to end a successful year. Mr. Ishmael “Stretch” Morley, Youth Officer for Abaco, has responsibility for both boards and realizes that this day would not be possible without the commitment of all persons concerned. In preparation for this day, the club members had to close out their companies and sell any remaining products, determine their profits and losses, take final exams and go on relevant interviews. Persons from the business community were called on to conduct the interviews for the offices of President, Marketing, Production, Mr. Revis Rolle, Administrator for Central Abaco, presented the and Human Resources. All scores were sent trophy for the Most Distinguished Achiever Award to Brittany Ray Jay Sands was recognized for his sales abilities. He received to Mr. Morley for tallying. Symonette, who was in the JA compan sponsored by Batelco. the Overall Sales Award that is presented by Mr. Revis Rolle. Guest speaker for the JA banquet was Denise Minnis, Assistant Director of by leaps and bonds. In fact, he can remem- and sponsors were presented with plaques BTVI From Page 2 the Ministry of Youth for the Northern ber when the very site where Mangoes now for their support. Brittany Symonette was Bahamas. She stated that the Ministry of sits was just a bushy area. He told the teen- given a special award for representing JA a letter had been sent to the Ministry of Youth has some very exciting plans for agers to not take their parents for granted Abaco at the BAHAMAJAC 2007 speech Education in Nassau to request financial aid the Northern Bahamas. Abaco can expect because if they do, they will regret it later in competition. The Overall Sales Award went for the material and said that labor would some new youth initiatives to begin very life. He encouraged them to take advantage to Ray Jay Sands from BEC-sponsored com- be provided by BTVI students from Grand soon including the Fresh Start Program and of the years they spend in school and to not pany and the Most Distinguished Achiever Bahama and Nassau. the Self Start Program that the newly ap- take their education for granted. He told Award went to Brittany Symonette from the The Principal is confident that the build- pointed Minister, the Hon. Carl Bethel, has them to be honest and to not do anything to Batelco-sponsored company. She received a ings will be repaired and ready for the fall committed $1 million for young people to ruin their reputation because it will go with trophy and will receive a scholarship toward semester to implement a program which start businesses. Ms. Minnis stated that the them everywhere they go. her college education when she graduates he said “is not merely for the high school minister is very proud of what Mr. Morley The presidents of the three JA companies next June. She is a grade eleven student at students but for the whole community.” and his team have accomplished. spoke on their experiences this year and Forest Heights Academy. All plagues were Mr. Edison Key, MP for South Abaco, the awards ceremony followed led by Ms. donated by Treasure Cay Limited. and his wife celebrated this night with the Samantha Evans. Each of the companies youth. He told them that Abaco has grown
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Church News PULSE Youth Conference for the conference were Mr. Eddie James suicide. for this conference and will remain on Abaco By Samantha V. Evans from Tennessee and Mr. Duerre Thomas Mr. Thomas encouraged them not to up to a month after it is over to minister in The Church of God Dundas Town held its from Nassau. Mr. James and Ultimate Call live only for today but to plan ahead so various communities. annual PULSE Youth Conference on May electrified the church with great music, they can have something to work towards. dance, drama, and songs. The church was Mr. Thomas encouraged the youth to pick Fest for Youth 24-26 to teach young people more about By Samantha V. Evans full to capacity nightly. friends who have a positive future in sight. living their lives for Christ. The speakers On June 8 Abaco Youth Ministries began Mr. Thomas shared his testimony with He told the parents and adults to stop speak- its Youth Fest under the theme Thy will be the youth. He then told ing negatively about the youth but rather the audience that he is say something positive to and about them. Please see Page 22 very disturbed by the Fifty-five youth and adult volunteers visited Church many issues that the youth of Abaco are now plagued with. He stated that this genera- tion of young people is not very interested in God. He told the young people to be respectful of their elders because he has seen too many In an effort to raise money to buy a generator for St. Francis youth who disrespect de Sales Catholic Church, Father Roger and members of the older adults. He ad- parish organized a Souse-out breakfast on May 26th. The church dressed the following is designated as a hurricane shelter and is badly in need of a topics that he is also generator. A constant flow of hungry people patronized the concerned about: sex- The Church of God in Dundas Town held a PULSE Youth Conference that featured Mr. stand. Father Roger said that some money was raised from the ual promiscuity, por- Eddie James and the Ulitmate Call dancers from Tennessee. The congregation appreciated cook-out, but not enough for a generator, so he is counting on nography, violence and their livelymusic. the goodwill of local business people to help.
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Church From Page 21 discourage them but they must know what Rev. Lernis Cornish: A Man Financial they want and go after it. Finally, she stated with a Servant’s Heart done. On the first night a panel discussion that, contrary to what some young people By Samantha V. Evans Planning Seminar By Samanth V. Evans was held with panelists Nurse Daniel Ekpa, believe, hard work never killed anyone. A Servant’s Heart was the theme under Financial Planning is something all em- Sgt. Remy Minnis, Mrs. Salomie Gibson Therefore, they must work very hard be- which Rev. Lernis Cornish celebrated his ployed persons need to learn more about if and Pastor Emmit Archer. Nurse Ekpa cause it is with their degrees that they can Sixth Pastoral Anniversary as Senior Pas- they plan to let their money work for them. told the youth that they must be prepared make a difference. Mrs. Gibson is the Chief tor of his church. June 3rd was the day his Change Ministries International held the first to live a life that is acceptable to God. He Welfare Officer at the Abaco Office. church members chose to honor him at a of a series of Financial Planning Seminars told them to accept the daily molding of Pastor Emmit Archer was the final pan- Pastoral Anniversary Service held at the at the church on June 7th so as to empower their parents and begin to accept responsi- elist and he stated that he is grateful that Church of God in Dundas Town. This is the Abaconians to better plan for their future. bility at different levels of their lives. Sgt. the youth of his church saw it necessary first time his congregation has held a service The speaker for the evening was Keith Minnis mentioned that the youth that good to put together such a diverse panel. He in his honor. At his side was his wife, Mrs. reminded them that God expects all of them Rowena Cornish. decisions save lives and bad decisions can Please see Church Page 23 destroy someone’s life. Many persons at- to fulfill their purpose while on earth so the Rev. Cornish is a very well respected and tested to how his strength helped them to decisions they make should be in line with well known pastor. He has worked as a ser- turn their life around so they would not end that. He stated that they plan to have more vant of God for the past up in prison. educational sessions like this as they work 39 years. Rev. Cornish Salomie Gibson has a passion for educa- towards changing the focus of their church. has served in numerous tion and believes that it is important for On Saturday night they held the talent night capacities and in 1995 them to never give up. As long as they live and the youth fest ended with a church ser- he was promoted as Ex- there will always be persons who will try to vice on Sunday afternoon. altrant with the Church of God before he felt led to pastor his own church, the Church of God, Marsh Harbour, that presently meets in the Learning Resource Center building. The church will soon move into its own sanctuary that is being built with- out financing from any banking institution. He was described as a man of integrity, a “no nonsense man.” Bishop Johnny Lowe, a District Overseer, stated that Abaco Youth Ministries held a Youth Fest with a panel discussion covering a wide range this kind of service is of topics. The church plans to have more educational sessions for the youth. good so that those who Student Expresses Dismay and Hurt over School Decision To the School Board of but they never were. In the meetings that we not talk to us at the time. Therefore, I went to talk with the principal. They went in Agape Christian School had, she would make me look like I was the into the staff room and told her my side of the office to see if they could talk to her. I am writng this letter concerning my one who caused it to happen to me. the story; she told me that she would talk to However, at the time she was down by recent expulsion from Agape Christian On one occasion she pulled all of the boys the girl that threatened me. I had her class the gym practicing with grade twelve for School. out of the class to get their side of the story. next so I asked her if I could take my mock their graduation. My parents went down I started at Agape Christian School in The boys said that they didn’t see me saying BJC in another classroom, and she agreed. there to talk with her. We walked in the 1996 at two years old. Since then, I have anything to them or them saying anything I took my exam and then went to lunch. building and sat down in the back. She never had any major problems before this to me. I know that the boys are not around While I was eating lunch, my homeroom never acknowledged that we were there. incident. At the time I thought that Agape when the things are said, so they are not a teacher came to me and said that we were The reason she did not acknowledge us was the best school around. I thought that useful source to solving the problem. All having a meeting in the chapel with all the was because she had called the police and anyone could get the best education pos- of this leads up this current incident being grade eight girls, so I went into the chapel. was waiting for them to come. sible at Agape, but all that has changed. discussed. She started off by saying that she was tired When the police officer arrived, she Now here is my story concerning the On Thursday, May 24, 2007, I went to of what had been happening and that it was started to talk to him. The principal told events leading to this particular incident. school like any other normal day. I sat down going to stop now. She sent the girls out of my parents that she could not talk with I came into my eighth grade year with my and started to do some homework from the the chapel that had nothing to do with the them today, and she would meet with us mind full of potential. I was expecting a night before because class had not started. situation. Friday, May 25 at 11:30 a.m. good year academically and full of possi- One of the girls had told me to move and After she sent them out, she told me and We went up to the school at 11:30 a.m. bilities. In September through December, I said “No.” One of the girls from across the girl who made the comment that we on Friday, and the principal was waiting my year started off pretty good. the room that I had been having problems were getting detentions. She said that she outside with my expulsion letter and said However, when I returned after Christ- with made this comment to another student, was giving me one because I walked out that everything was final. She said I was mas break, everything changed. There “Don’t worry about Haley. She is just stu- of class. I told her that class had not even expelled, and she refused to talk to us were some girls in my class that had got pid. I just need to bust her in her head.” started yet. She also made this comment to about the situation. We did go into the along with me from the start. But when I Because I knew that my teacher heard me. She said, “You were very disgusting chapel, but it did not result in anything. came back from my break, they had totally it and was going to do nothing about it, I for walking out of class, and it stops now!” This is how it all ended. No explanation. changed toward me. It started off with just walked out of the classroom to go to the I got upset and left to go to the office to call No meeting. some little rude comments occasionally office to call my aunt because at the time my aunt. When I got in the office, they told I feel like this was very unfair because and escalated from there. my parents were away. I asked her to call me that I could not use the phone. being the Christian woman that she claims The eighth grade homeroom teacher my mom in the States to let her know that At that time I saw my cousin outside to be I think that she should have dealt was a very nice teacher on the whole, but this was happening again and to see what dropping her children’s lunch, so I went to with this problem differently. I think that I think that she was just a little too nice. she said about it. She called the office back her car and asked her if she could give me she should have sat down and talked with In her classroom, things were never con- and said to let the girl’s mom know about a ride to my dad’s shop. The principal came me and my parents and dealt the situation trolled. When the comments were made the comment she made to me. My mom behind me and told me if I left school that at hand. I feel hurt that I have worked so from the girls, she did nothing about it. requested this because the girl’s mother is I would be expelled. So I told her, “Expel hard this year to get good grades and do Personally, I think that if things were a teacher at the school. The secretary of the me then.” My cousin told me that I had to my best and it all had to end like this. controlled, it would not have lead to this school never informed her mom to let her call my mom in the States to ask her if it In this situation if my teacher and the today. know what was said. was ok that I left. My mom talked with the principal had actually dealt with it, it I resorted to having a series of meet- My mom had asked my aunt to come with principal on the phone and told her that if would not have lead to this. I feel that I ings with the principal. In the meetings me so we could talk to the principal. The she had to expel me for that stupid reason, was treated unfairly and that what was she would ask me what was been going secretary told me that we could talk with her then to expel me. By that time, my aunt done to me was not something that a on and why did I think these things were at 9:30 a.m. because she was invigilating a came to the school to bring her children’s Christian school should do to anyone. happening. I would tell her my side of the BGCSE exam. We waited in the office until lunch, so I left with her. Sincerely, story. From there she would go and get the around 9:45 am. The secretary came back Later that day when my parents got back Haley Albury other girls’ side of the story. She made it and said we would have to talk to the high from the States, they went up to the school look like things were going to be resolved, school counselor because the principal could Paid Advertisement June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 23 B
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Major, Vice Church From Page 22 On June 9th members President and of Friendship Taber- Head of Sales were blessed by him can give him his roses nacle in Dundas Town a t B r i t i s h while he is still alive. Tributes were given held a Free Flea American Fi- by his children, Brother Edward Sawyer and Market on the church nancial Nas- Christina Basden. Church of God Dance grounds organized by sau Office. Ministry performed a routine in his and Norma Delancy. Items H e s p o k e Mrs. Cornish’s honor. of clothing, books, about vari- The sermon was delivered by Bishop household items and ous aspects Archilaus Cooper, District Overseer and toys were donated of financial pastor of Church of God Cathedral in Coo- by church members planning in- per’s Town. He stated that society measures and the public. The cluding planning for children, planning to a man by what is in his head before they r e s p o n s e b y t h e get married, planning for college and plan- make him a servant but God measures a man residents was great ning for retirement. by what is in his heart. He stated that Rev. and they look forward Mr. Major stated that even though the Cornish is a man with a servant’s heart so to doing this again. the theme selected is fitting for him. Once majority of the Bahamian population is a person makes a decision to be a servant, employed, only 24 percent of those em- God puts a special seal on that person. This ployed have pensions where they work. He allows people to see that you are of God. stated that a lot of self employed persons Rev. Cornish is one of those pastors who do not pay National Insurance so they do remains true to evangelism by taking his not even benefit from that. He encouraged Like new ministries out into various communities on the working population to invest in their Abaco. own retirement fund so that they can retire Rev. Cornish thanked his congregation comfortably. Mr. Major realizes that there Two bedroom residence for the opportunity to serve them. His mem- are many places persons put their money so bers sent him and his lovely wife Rowena on that it can grow such as in asues, lottery, a seven-day cruise to Puerto Rico. Please see Church Page 26 FOR SALE • Fully enclosed • Grassed • Landscaped property Price: $250,000 Tel: 367-2992 Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty
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June 1, 2007 MUST SELL The Abaconian MISCELLANEOUS PROPERTIES DUNDAS TOWN Crown Allotment One two bedrooms, 1 bathroom, triplex. Approximately 9,000 sq. ft. lot no. 18B with an area for a small shop. Age-12 years the land is a portion of one of the Dundas Town Crown Allotment parcels stretch- ing from Forest Drive to Front Street, being just under a quarter acre in size and on the lowside. A concrete block structure, with asphalt shingle roof and L-shape in design with a total length of 70 x 26 ft. Plus 50 x 22 ft. 2,920 sq. Ft. the interior walls are concrete blocks; ceiling is sheet rock and the floors of vinyl tiles. APPRAISAL $268,225.00 MURPHY TOWN Crown Allotment No. 77 All that lot of land having an area of 6,790 sq ft, being Crown Al- lotment No. 77, of Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas. Located on the subject property is a single storey single family concrete building. This house is less than 5 yr old and is in good condition with ap- proximately 1,750 sq, ft of living space, and contains 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, living room, dining, kitchen, laundry, and utility spac- es. There is no significant improvements or deterioration evident. The property is very well drained and not susceptible to flooding. Landscaping efforts are still in remedial stages. All major public and private utilities are situate within 100ft of the subject site. Property bounderies are clearly delineated. The subject property is situate off the Front Street, Murphy Town, Abaco and is painted light yel- low trimmed dark yellow. APPRAISAL
MURPHY TOWN Lot No. 120 Lot no. 120 Murphy Town - All that lot of land and improvements having an area of 5,040 sq. ft. being portion of lot # 120 of the original Murphy Town Crown Allotments. This property is comprised of a two storey concrete and wood structure still under construction consisting of approximately 1,728 sq. ft. of enclosed living space. The said building is utilized as a triplex apartment complex, with a 2-bedroom dwelling on the upper storey. The lower portion of the building houses two units, each with 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom, living/dining and kitchen spaces. The building is in average condition and appears to be structurally sound. The building also demonstrates a need for scheduled maintenance. The property is partially landscaped with boundaries clearly delineated. All major private and public utilities are situate within one hundred feet of the property site. This property is situated off the Front Street in Murphy Town, Abaco. MURPHY TOWN Lot All that parcel of land having an approximate area of 9,000 sq. ft., Located on the above mentioned lot is a single family wooden structure, 25 ft by 40 Ft with asphalt shingled roof. This house is approximately 15 years old and comprising of 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, living/dining area and kitchen. This house is in need of some serious repairs. The future life of this house depends on the repairs that will be carried out. Without repairs it is not more than about 5 years. If upgrading and maintenance is carried out it could be longer. The land rises above road level, to a height in excess of approximately 15 ft above sea level, with no likelihood of flooding in a Hurricane. This house is located off the main Murphy Town road about 150 ft to the northeast of the corner and is painted light green trimmed white. APPRAISAL $30,000.00. Vacant Properties BLACKWOOD All that lot of land having an area of approximately 258,064 sq. Ft. This property is yet to reach its highest and best use. It is ideally suited to single or multi-family development as is the nature of surrounding properties within the community. The site may also serve well as a commercial site as the area remains un-zoned. The property remains largely in its original state. It is covered with low brush and broad leaf coppice vegetation interspersed with broad strands of mature yellow pine indigenous to the area. The property is well drained and represents no immediate flooding danger under normal conditions. Appraisal: $219,354.40. The subject property is vacant and is situated at the southeastern entrance of the community of Blackwood, Abaco. The property is undivided and comprises approximately 6 acres of a larger tract of land of approximately 26 acres.
DUNDAS TOWN Lot No. 21, Crown Allotment, this is vacant land approximately 10,810 sq. ft. situated off S.C. Bootle Drive. Appraisal $15,890.00
For conditions of sale and other information contact Philip White @ 242-502-3077 email [email protected] or Harry Collie @ 242-502-3034 email [email protected] • Fax 242-356-3851 June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 25 B Wedding Planners Attended Seminar By Jennifer Hudson Director of Tourism for Abaco, “You put ily Island in The Bahamas. Over 500 took Georgina LaRoda of Exquisite Bouquet, Wedding in a Conch Shell was the theme together the experiences that last a lifetime.” place here last year, 99 percent of which who organises parties, weddings, silk floral for the Ministry of Tourism’s weddings on He asked them to consider the reasons why were on the beach.” arrangements and shell craft; and Marisa Abaco and so this was also a fitting theme people come to Abaco for their destination Ms. Sandra Kemp, Vice President of Allen of Marisa’s Catering and Bakery and for the Wedding and Honeymoon Luncheon weddings and introduced Bernadette Hall the Bahamas Bridal Association, gave an who prepared the luncheon for the occasion. held on earlier this sping in the St. Andrews who “put this all together.” overview of the work that her organiza- A large central table was laid out with all the Methodist Church Hall in Dundas Town. Ms. Hall, who took over the organization tion does, working in conjunction with the accoutrements for a reception while another The 20 wedding planners who attended the of Abaco weddings last year from Kendy Ministry of Tourism in the development of romantic table for two was set out under luncheon were told by Mr. Don Cornish, Anderson after the Ministry of Tourism destination weddings in The Bahamas. She a palm thatch umbrella. Yet more tables office reshuffle, encour- stated how much the BBA would like to contained examples of wedding favours, aged all the wedding start a Chapter on Abaco and gave details unity candles and other items all with the planners to “give the of membership requirements. Ms. Sabrina shell motif which could be incorporated wow factor.” She asked Huyler-Ramsay, Senior Chief Executive for into a wedding. the wedding planners to Weddings and Honeymoons from Florida, Ms. Hall voiced her opinion that we project an “island feel” explained how this association can assist should aim to have an Abaco Bridal As- and to sell the location wedding consultants on the international sociation formed within a few months with not just for weddings scene. which everyone present was in full agree- but for romantic get- The hall had been attractively laid out ment. A further meeting was scheduled to aways. in the Wedding in a Conch Shell theme by take place in two weeks at the Ministry of Ms. Freda Madrisot- ti, Director of Weddings and Honeymoons with the Ministry of Tour- ism in Nassau, amazed In Memoriam everyone present with Martin C. Taylor (“Marty” to all mate, entered his life in 1966 and things A wedding seminar was held to assist wedding planners on the information, “There who knew him) was born in Lansing, were never the same. She encouraged Abaco. Several wedding experts discussed various aspects of are more weddings be- Michigan, on December 19,1933. In his him to buy a sailboat even though he the topic that the 20 Abaco participants found very helpful. ing conducted on Abaco Geneva, Ohio, high school yearbook, all had never sailed. “You’ll love it!” she The event was planned by Ms. Bernadette Hall, right, of the than on any other Fam- the other boys were wearing regulation said and he did. Annie and Marty were Abaco Tourist Office. neckties, but there was Marty in a bow married in 1969. They sailed the Abacos, tie. He was a rare bird who refused to fly Bahamas, for the past 29 consecutive in formation. summers aboard the only other woman in As a young man he worked as a his life, Aphrodite, and her descendants. Golf Car Depot mechanic and Merchant Marine on an ore Marty was a member of the Royal Marsh Three thousand used Club Cars in stock carrier on the Great Lakes. Marty’s basic Harbour Yacht Club. training as a pilot was at the United States Marty is survived by his loving wife, Air Force Marana Air Force Base, Class Ann Stiles Taylor, two x-children, five of 55-P, and he received his wings and grandchildren, a brother, numerous Call Today commission at Vance Air Force Base in devoted nieces and nephews and a Enid, Oklahoma. Marty attended college multitude of friends in the United States, 954-941-3918 in Southern California where he was also Belize and The Bahamas. Donations in employed as an industrial and commercial lieu of flowers may be made to Hospice 714-240-9456 appraiser. of the Palm Beaches or to The Busch In 1964 Marty proudly began a 31-year- Wildlife Sanctuary of Jupiter, Florida. long career as a pilot with United Air A memorial service will be held at a Lines. His final positioning was as a 747 later date. www.golfcardepot.com Captain based in Los Angeles flying the Pacific routes. Annie, his friend and soul Classified Advertisements Houses and Land - For Rent and For Sale
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Eastern Abaco Region of The Methodist Church Rev. Dr. Stephen Hale, Circuit Minister Cell 466-9090 Church Email: [email protected] St. James Methodist All are welcome to wor- Hope Town ship with us Sunday Services 9:30 & 11 a.m. Listing St. Andrews Methodist Epworth Chapel Dundas Town Cherokee Sound Sunday Services Sunday Services 11 a.m & 7 p.m. If you would like your church listed here, call 367-2677 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Office 367-3050 Mission House 366-2249 Manse 367-4647
New Vision Ministries Dundas Town Church of God Where Everybody Is Somebody and Jesus Is Lord! Our Mission “Turning people into We exist to: devout followers of Jesus Christ” Reach, De- velop, Sunday Worship 11:00 Train, Love a.m. Sunday Weekdays (Prayer Meeting) Sunday Kids’ Korner 9:30 Prayer Meeting 6:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednes- a.m. a.m. day 5:00 a.m. Tuesday Interactive Bible Study 7:30 Sunday School 9:45 Monday Night Pastors / Leaders a.m. 7:00 p.m. Derek Benjamin • Ted Pearce • David Lowe Jesus Saves Wednesday Night F.T.H. Chris Pinder Youth Pastor: For Transportation call Rev. Jerry Cornish at 367-2457 For Directions call 242-367-3324 or 367-4719 (church) or contact Bro. Val Nesbitt at 367-5565 [email protected] Bishop Anthony Campbell www.nvministries.com 242-367-4718 or cell phone 242-457-5565 • Dtcog@
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LICENSED INSURED Passion Flower Abaco Island Pharmacy Big Cat Equipment Prescriptions • Testing Rentals: Backhoe, D3 Tractor, Located opposite Bellevue Busi- Payloader, Dump Truck ness Depot BAHA- Beauty Supplies • Vitamins Services: Land clearing, Trenching Ph: 367-3166 Ricardo Miller, Pharma- Foundations Fill, rock and sand Open Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm cist MA l TILEl Sat 10:30 am - 5 pm. Marble Granite Ceramic l l Hours 8:30 am - 6 pm Porcelain Mud Work Kitchens Fax: 242-367-2464 Bathrooms l Entire Home Sundays 9 am - 12 Noon Fridays 4:30 - 5:30 Tel: 242-367-2655 • 367-5250 Larry Lowe Ph. 367-2544 Happy Hour on cut flowers, 15% off Cell #: 477-5322 • 359-6839 Cell 554-8183 Arrangements 10% off Cell : 477-5966 Dove Plaza, Marsh Office : 367-7072 Harb. Fax 367-6544 • [email protected] Sick Copier? Tropical Souvenirs Straw Baskets • Shirts • Hats Call the Copier Doctor Casual Wear • Gifts • Souvenirs We make house calls! Located Don MacKay Blvd. and Airport Most brands serviced Want More Business? Phone 367-2431 • Marsh Harbour Mon - Sat 7:30 - 5 • Sun 10 - 5 We make business quality rubber stamps: A low cost ad like this can bring fast results Visa and MasterCard Accepted Deposit Stamps, Daters, Address Stamps Self-inking and traditional styles Call 367-4709 Call 367-2677 • Fax 367-3677 June 15, 2007 The Abaconian Page 27 B
Central Abaco Youth Clarification Correction In the last issue of the Abacomian, In the last issue of The Abaconian we we had a story about a real estate intern incorrectly stated that the first billfish to Council Update visiting Abaco. We want our readers to be brought to the weigh station at Abaco By Samantha V. Evans the Achievers Orientation and to train the know that Ms. van Vilstern was part of Beach Resort this spring was during the The Youth Council Board for Central advisors (2) The baseball program got an internship program run by the Interna- HMY Billfish Blast Tournament. However, Abaco was established in February of last started with Mr. Leslie Rolle as coordina- tional Real Estate Federation (FIABCI). a billfish was brought in during the first leg year and is pleased to state that it has had tor (3) Achievers traveled to Nassau for the Ms. Sandra Evans, who sponsored her of the Bahamas Billfish Tournment held a very eventful first year. The Council was Junior Achievement Conference (4) Junior on Abaco, is also a member of FIABCI. April 22-27. We regret the error. established with five members: Achievement banquet was held to end the Youth in Action has always been a hit first successful year. Youth Month was with the youth especially on Saturdays when postponed until October since the general they could play basketball, soccer and other election was held during May. The Central sports. Mr. Emery Curry stated that they Abaco Youth Council Board will initiate the were organized trips for the youth so that Fresh Start Program later this year. they could compete with other youth. The Youth Council worked hard to get Junior Achievement reinstated on the island Civic Organizations so that high school students could learn Pilot Club of Abaco about business and enterprise. The team Third Tuesday, 7 p.m., Central Abaco worked closely with the Junior Achievement Primary, Dundas Town, 367-3457 Board to make this happen. Pilot Club of South Abaco The second year has not been as active Last Thursday. monthy, J.A. Pinder as many plans were side swiped due to a School, Sandy Point, 366-4001 general election. However, they were able Rotary Club of Abaco to accomplish the following. (1) Junior Tuesdays, 6 p.m., weekly at Back Achievement began in October as planned Street Cafe, Abaco Beach Resort and Mr. Lionel Elliot visited Abaco for Well Done Drilling Services Well Drilling: Water Wells, Drainage Wells, Septic Disposal Wells Trenching: Trenching for underground utility services Piling Holes: Piling Holes for home foundations and utility poles planted Excavator Rental: Specialized Excavator Foundation Drilling for home foundations in sand and Excavator Digging Call us today for a free consultation! Ph: (242) 367-4842 l Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas Classified Advertisements Items for Sale, Commercial Service, Cars & Boats
Minimum for 3 lines in one issue $9 BOATS & MARINE ITEMS Picture and 4 lines $25 EMPLOYMENT COMMERCIAL SERVICES OPPORTUNITIES FOR SALE Additional lines at $2 per line For all your vertical and mini-blind needs Complete 1.6 L VTEC engine w/automatic Display classified $18 per column inch Warehouse Manager contact Sidney Albury at 367-2091 or 367-2031. transmission. Fits 96-00 Honda Civic. Also in- We can take the photo within the Marsh • 5-10 years experience managing a large ware- Sales and Service Harbour area or use your photo. house terior and seats in tan color. 366-3014 evenings Whether you want to manage your weight, Call 242-367-2677 Fax 242-367-3677 • Working knowledge of accounting aspect of warehouse management lower your cholesteral, change body composi- EMPLOYMENT • Computer savvy including proficiency with tion, or just eat healthier, we have a plan for Microsoft Word and Excel you. For more information please contact OPPORTUNITIES • Solid day-to-day decision maker Vernique 365-8720 or 442-0019 or 18 or visit • Good communication skills with both upper http://anne.lose20.com. Please note that the following positions are now management and labour available at The Abaco Club, RC Ltd. Stay Ahead with Spanish! Group / Private • Working knowledge of construction materials. 1- Transport Assistant tutoring / Summer program. Call 365-8292 Resume to be sent to P.O. Box AB 20200, Marsh 1- Sous Chef Harbour, Abaco 1- Chef de Partie (PM shift) BOATS & MARINE ITEMS 1- Pre (Pantry) Cook Young person with boating experience and FOR SALE 2- Spa Attendant strong swimming skills to work at a small dive Quick Sale - 2 boats 18.5’ Wahoo, just like 1- Pay Master shop. Only Bahamians, drug free, high school still under warranty. $25,000 OBO Will sell new, 21’ Chris Craft with cabin. Asking 1- Beach Manager graduate need apply. Please call 365-5178 engines alone $20,000 OBO DUTY PAID Call $10,000 OBO Call 365-5181 Make an offer 1- Kitchen Steward 242-365-5032 or 954-258-9644 VHF Ch. 16 15.5’ fiberglass flats boat, built on a Dolphin 2- Guest Relations Coordinators (Sales) EQUIPMENT FOR SALE “Ridgehouse” Great Guana Cay hull by foreman of Sea Craft Boat Company for 5- Room Attendants his personal use. Tiller steering. Two live wells. Scaffolds for sale, 8 sets of 5 ft. scaffolds, 10 3- Housemen Built 1983. DUTY PAID Old 55 HP Evinrude. sets 6 ft. 4 in. 6 working platforms. Call 367- 1- Linen. Room Attendant / Presser Old trailer. $5000 Call 367-3986 5- Housekeeping Room Attendants 0883 after 5 p.m. 1- Snr. Housekeeping Manager 20’ Stapleton with 150HP Yamaha 4 stroke 1- Reservation Agent $8,000. Call for info 366-0430 BUSINESS OPPORTINITIES 29’ Chris Craft w/ 200 HP Mercury. Holds 120 1- Valet driver (Housekeeping) gals. gas & 65 gals. water, new bottom paint, 23’ Compac $14,500. Well equipped, tough 1- Maintenance Technician Bahamas’ expansion of Melaleuca’s $780 mil- 04/07. Has fridge, stove, sleeps 4-5. Ready to sloop is ideal for gunk holing around Abaco. 1- Painter lion company. Looking for entrepreneurs. Must go. Asking $24,000. Call Grant @ 359-6208 Call 366-0458 1- Air-conditioned Refrigeration Assistant have internet access. Home business promoting for more info. 1- Chief Kitchen Steward environmentally-safe products. No direct sales. 4- Kitchen Stewards (Male) Referral marketing. Investment $250-$400 U.S. Earn anywhere from $550 to $2000 a month. Customer Service / Technician Contact Vernique at 365-8720 or 442-0019 or Experienced sailor and live aboard cruiser visit http://www.200biz.com/anne wanted to operate seven vessel bare boat charter Restaurant & Lounge, Treasure Cay,:Prime fleet in Marsh Harbour. Experience in sail and 23’ Mako 140 HP Mercury, low hours. 15,000. commercial property located on highway at motor yacht maintenance, strong customer rela- Contact National Marine for details 367-2326 tion skills and a good positive attitude a must! Treasure Cay entrance. Fully equipped restau- Salary plus dockage. Contact Tracy Etienne at rant bldg, 20 dining tables with seating capac- 43’ Aluminum hull, crawfishing boat, 5000 24’ Mako with brand new (less than 10 hours) Florida Yacht Charters & Sales 305-537-8600 ity of 70. Great potential catering to affluent lb. freezer, Caterpillar 3208, 8KW generator, twin 150 Yamaha 4 stroke engines. Engines ext. 162 or fax resume to 305-672-2039 Treasure Cay community. Tel: (242) 365-8752 stabilizers, sleeps 7. $45,000 Call 365-5148 Page 28 B The Abaconian June 15, 2007