Alyth Voice 136Th Edition, July 2009 Tel

Alyth Voice 136th Edition, July 2009 Tel. 01828 633045 Minimum Circulation 1700 Email address: [email protected] Website: www.alythvoice.co.uk GUIDE HUT GARDEN PARTY

A HUGE thank you to all who supported, helped at, contributed and donated to, the Garden Party in so many ways. The fantastic total in excess of £2000, including over £500 for Billy's Beard Shave, gives us a great start to our Guide Hut Restoration Fund. Irene Hart (Chairperson)

Enjoying the sunshine in the above photo are: Back: Dawn Tosh, Jenny Rattray, Sheena Fotheringham, Gillian Rattray, Meghan Bisset, Jessica Atkinson, Claire Gordon, Louise Murray, Susan Parker, Christina Park, Fiona Young, Irene Hart Middle: Karen Arnold, Hannah Oosterhoorn, Tayla Rhind, Lori Harden, Sadie Sangster, Jessica Duncan, Grace Atkinson Front: Shania Hamilton, Ruby Muir, Megan Thom, Sarah McInally, Lisa Fairweather, Lacey Rhind

Alyth’s former sub-postmaster and Citizen of the Year, and current member of Alyth Musical Society, Billy Gordon, continued to grow his beard after ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ so he could be sheared by District Guider Jenny Rattray to raise money for the Guide Hut Restoration Fund, and lose at least 20 years in the process! The Alyth Voice is a free monthly newsletter, managed, written, and delivered by volunteers.

Above: Alyth Parish Church Primary Sunday School had a ‘Treat Day’ on Saturday 9th May when they painted plates at Scone. Showing off their designs at church are L-R: Raighan Lindsay, Caitlin Milne, Callum Milne, Isla Reid, Emma Tait, and Ross Tait with Sunday School helper Lynn Ferguson.

© M. Kay ALYTH LADIES KNITTING FOR CHARITY Well done! You have done it again! My wardrobes are filled. I am hoping to have had a working party to pack and label another enormous contribution to those in need throughout the world - Feed the Children, Ninewells Neonatal Unit, Balcraig Foundation and Smile Train. I am still being asked for wool, so if you know of any hidden piles of wool please either let me know, or hand them in to Megs Mini Market, or Hobbies. I reckon we will have knitted Alyth (and friends) dry in another COMMUNITY COUNCILLORS RETIRE year. So let’s see what we can do! I have on my computer a record of nearly a The retirement of Alyth Community Council chairman, Jim Adam, and 1000 articles, which tallies a set of matching goods as one! And 48 or 96 squares secretary, George Durance, was marked by a dinner at Strathmore as one blanket, depending on the size. A mammoth task! Thank you so much. Golf Centre on Saturday 16th May with Councillors Ian Miller and I have quite a few names of regular contributors, you know who you are, and I Dennis Melloy, as well as past and present Alyth community thank you specially, but there are many more I don’t know where you are, but councillors. appreciate every stitch. I would also like to thank Meg and Muriel for acting as my “collecting boxes”. Lastly I would like to thank Michael Kay for taking time to get a photograph of some of the lovely work you have handed in, displayed in Hobbies’ The above photo shows L-R: George Durance, Pauline Durance, window last month. Have a great summer, and hope the sun shines for us! Hilda Adam, Jim Adam Susan Dawson, 01828 633239, email: [email protected]

2 Useful Telephone Numbers

Airlie Street Hall (contact-Margaret Smith) - 01828 632256 ALYTH HEALTH CENTRE Blairgowrie Police Station - 0300 111 2222 NEW ALYTH ROAD, ALYTH, PH11 8EQ Perth Police Station - 0300 111 2222 Hydro-Electric Emergencies - 0800 300999 Telephone: 01828 632317 Scottish Gas Emergencies - 0800 111999 Scottish Water - 0845 6008 855 Repeat Prescription Line: 01828 633663 Alyth Post Office - 01828 632301 (24 hour answering machine) Alyth Health Centre - 01828 632317 Alyth Primary School - 01828 632462 Community Nurse: 01828 632425 Blairgowrie High School - 01250 873445 Alyth Environmental Group - 01828 632907 Health Visitor: 01828 633954 NHS 24—new 24 hour health service - 08454 24 24 24 Anti-social Behaviour Team - 01738 476173 Opening Hours - Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm If you offer an emergency or breakdown service, send the Voice your name and number. After Hours - NHS24 tel: 08454 24 24 24

ALYTH VOICE TEAM Late surgeries by appointment Editor: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday - 5pm to 6pm Paul Ramsay - 01828 632992 - [email protected] Early Surgeries by appointment Compositor/Secretary: Irene Robertson - 01828 633045 - [email protected] Blood Clinic - Monday/Wednesday - 8.30am to 9.30am Advertising: Pamela Luscombe - 01828 633693 - [email protected] Marjory Macpherson & Margaret McKenzie Distribution: Paul & Barbara Prettyman - 01828 633725 - - VOICE TEASER - - - Treasurer: What is the origin of the CURLING POND? Michael Kay - 01828 632252/632690 - [email protected] ~~~ Webmaster: Derek Todd - [email protected] Answer to last month’s Teaser – The origin of Crathie Bridge? From “Crathie” at its south end. ARTICLE/ADVERT SUBMISSION to the Voice Crathes, 1794, 1805 - Ainslie, Stobie. In order to avoid disappointment please ensure that articles/ads for publication are Pictish; cf. W. cardden, thicket, with the transposed r, as is common, and n word submitted before the 21st day (8th for colour photos/16th for ads) of each month. Note: The views expressed in the Alyth Voice are not necessarily those of the team nor can off as in Urquhart. Compare also the loss of A.S. genitive in an, which became ë they accept any responsibility for accuracy and spelling of any article. (pronounced) in Middle English. Please note ALL articles must be accompanied with a name and address The O.S. map retains the final s, but nobody seems to have heard it locally. If the BEFORE they will be published in the Voice. s be original, see p.14. On request, the name and address may be withheld from publication. The bridge was built after the disaster of Crathie, in December, 1786, in which, Any submission without these details will NOT be included. by the capsizing of the ferry boat, some Alyth people lost their lives. One of them is commemorated in the Old Churchyard (see below).

*~*~* Dates for Your Diary *~*~* [Extract from Meikle’s ‘Places and Place-Names Round Alyth’ 1925] Due to the advance notice of these dates, please check for changes! The eroded headstone in The Arches mentioned above has been recorded already and will be included in the Alyth Parish Church Family History Project (see p13). JULY 3rd Quiz Night, Burnside Inn Jam in the Den CT helm, shield, mantling. 17[66]. D M. K A. Originally erected by David 6th-11th Annual Kirk Shop, Airlie St. Hall (p19) Alyth Parish Church [Moncur] mert in Alyth ------of [Hope Park Rattray] - - bro Wm, sister 15-9 Aug Bookfest, Cairnleith Street (see p12) Scouts & Girlguiding Eliz---- (Ed: Jervise ms vol 5pp 1659 & 1664 gives: David MONCUR, green cloth mert Alyth, along with six other persons was drowned by the upsetting of 25th Jam in the Den, Alyth Den (see p8) Jam in the Den a ferry boat on Crathie 27.12.1786; renewed by his nephew John MONCUR of 27th Lunch Club, Airlie Street Hall Alyth Senior Cit. Club Hope Park Rattray imo fa John MONCUR green cloth mert of Alyth, mo Janet RAIT, bro Wm, sister Eliz all int here, bro David mert Dundee int St. Peter’s AUGUST churchyard Dundee). Winged sandglass, skull, crossed bones. [(c)Monumental 1st Family History Project launch (see p13) Alyth Parish Church Inscriptions pre 1855 by John F. Mitchell & Sheila Macbeth or Mitchell (1975)] 1st-9th Charity Shop, Cairnleith St. (see p27) Alyth Guide Hut Fund 15th Coffee Morning, Airlie Street Hall Freedom Coach 22nd Coffee Morning, Airlie Street Hall SNP 31st Lunch Club, Airlie Street Hall Alyth Senior Cit. Club 31st Blood Donor Session, Town Hall Scotblood

PLEASE GIVE BLOOD Alyth Town Hall on © M. Kay Monday 31st August 2009 5.00pm - 8.00pm Cadets from 2519 (Strathmore) Squadron, Air Training Corp, had the 99 people donated in May, including 7 new donors. Thank you. chance to fly at Perth Air Show on Sunday 7th June. Above shows For further information please visit our website at www.scotblood.co.uk Cadet Ian Fotheringham (Alyth) in the Piel CP. 301A Emerande just before take-off. (See Cadet Stuart Carling (Alyth) page 6)

DATES FOR 2009 10am - 3pm on all dates: Strathmore & the Glens Rural Partnership 25th July - Alyth Square 22nd August - Blairgowrie Wellmeadow PO Box 6621, Blairgowrie PH12 8YF 26th September- Alyth Square www.strathmoreglens.org 24th October - Blairgowrie Wellmeadow or contact Sue Cole on 01828 640763 or [email protected] 28th November - Alyth Square 5th December - Indoor Christmas Market Blairgowrie

TOUTIE STUDIOS The Art Studio on Lower Bank Street run for many years by PAUL MILNE Jean Redgrave has reopened as 'Toutie Studios'. The studio offers all kinds of opportunities in art and music and is run by BUILDERS local artists and musicians Julie, Keri and Luke. Toutie Studios hosted their first event in April as part of the New Builds, Renovations, Extensions, Paving etc Strathmore Arts Festival where Keri, a ceramics graduate Free Estimates from Duncan of Jordanstone College ran a series of ceramic tile printing workshops for all ages. The work produced was Gracefield, Craigie, Phone: 01250 884 714 exhibited alongside 'Disco Beards', an exhibition by Dundee based artists Rob Hunter and John Louden who are soon to Blairgowrie, PH10 6RG Mobile: 07736 176 294 exhibit at Dundee Contemporary Arts. The workshops and ROBERTSON’S DAIRY exhibition were a great success and were soon followed with A.D. ROOFING, BALKEERIE a paper making project led by textiles graduate Julie and Slaters, Tiles, Gutters, BY GLAMIS FORFAR undertaken by three age groups – 5-9's, 10-15's and adults. Tel/fax 01307 840431 The project produced a fantastic range of artwork from deli- Pointing and Lead Work, Suppliers of milk, cheese, butter, cream, cate handmade books and sculptures to Egyptian influenced Traditional Lime Work. eggs, yoghurts, rolls, & many other dairy scrolls and even a woolly sheep hanging mobile! This project products to Private Houses, Hotels, was topped off with an exhibition on 27th June 2009. No Job Too Small!!! Restaurant, schools, Nursing Homes, etc. in Alyth, Blairgowrie, Coupar Angus, Burrelton, The summer programme for children includes weekly art Telephone 01575 530415 or Woodside, Meigle, Newtyle and workshops 'Toutie Studios Art Attack' on Thursdays, a week- 078409 882772 Auchterhouse end of ceramics on 11th & 12th July and DJ skills taster on 8th August. For adults a mixed media art and craft class continues on Thursday evenings and the studio is hosting a Abbey Cleaning and drawing and painting master-class weekend on 15th and 16th ALYTH POST OFFICE Ironing Services August with award winning portrait painter Clare Brennan. GALLERY You may see artists from Toutie Studios at the Community Kinnaird, School Road, Kettins Airlie Street Wing during the holidays as they will be facilitating a week of Tel: 01828 632301 Blairgowrie, PH13 9JL workshops as part of the School summer programme. After the School holidays the regular children's Saturday classes New range of Link Cards Telephone 01828 650728 / 07885 949766 will resume with a 6 week ceramics project and plans are under way to start self directed life drawing sessions and Come in for a browse and a chat. Domestic Cleaning, Yoga. Holiday Cottage Cleaning, Alongside the workshop programme Toutie Studios is GREETINGS CARDS One Off Cleans, available as a space to hire for exhibitions or groups to meet, New issues of National Geographic, for children's 'Arty parties' and for one to one music and DJ New Build Cleaning, Medici and Scottish National Trust tuition. All artists and musicians are fully disclosed and pro- cards now available. Also a wonderful End Of tenancy Cleaning, fessionals in their field. To book a place please contact 01828 new classic series of event cards, en- 633912 or 07967397558 (Julie) or [email protected], Office Cleaning www.toutiestudios.co.uk. Please pop along and visit the semble and Wordsworth greetings cards studio to find out more or to see the space. The kettle is always on. [image from ceramics family workshop, part of the YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL stART festival.] www.youarebeautiful.com

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4 STRATHMORE GOLF CENTRE RAISE £5,300 FOR RADIO TAY’S CASH FOR KIDS

On Sunday 24th May, Radio Tay’s Cash for Kids golf competition at Strathmore Golf Centre, Alyth went with a swing, raising over £5,300 for the charity. The inau- gural Ladies and Gents Scratch & Handicap Open attracted over 100 entrants and saw prize money of £1,300 distributed among the winning golfers. Cash for Kids Co-ordinator, Lynda Curran, said “This was a fantastic event and special thanks must go to the members of Strathmore Golf Club who came along to help officiate and support this new competition. Cash for Kids is also very grateful to the hole and prize money sponsors, and those who donated raffle and auction items. With this kind of generosity and help, the charity can only go from strength to strength”. David Norman, Manager of the Centre commented “Strathmore Golf Centre is proud to support Radio Tay’s Cash for Kids, and we will be organising a similar event next year for the charity – as well as sponsoring their golf event at Ashludie in August. We were delighted with the support of the local business community for helping to make this event successful through © D. Norman their very generous sponsorship”. They included Murray Pennycook Plumbing and Heating, Alyth. Wheatly Electricians, Alyth. Classic Restorations, Alyth. Lamb and Gardiner, Coupar Angus. The Red House Hotel, Coupar Angus. Smith and Son Coaches, Coupar Angus, and Cut Above, Blairgowrie. Auctioned items included a Colin Montgomerie signed Yonex Putter, Sandy Lyle Signed Polo Shirt, Round of Golf for 4 at Gleneagles, 2 Nights B & B at the DeVere deluxe Cameron House, Loch Lomond, and 2 Nights B&B for 2 at the Ramada Jarvis Hotel, Ayr. With another 20 rounds of Golf for Four being donated for Auction, and a raffle to help boost funds, the fundraiser was a complete success. The above photo shows the Cash for Kids team and event organisers. HOOFPRINTS OVER SCOTLAND The roads and tracks around Alyth have been resounding to the clop of horses’ hooves recently, in preparation for a horse ride of a thousand miles round Scotland. Kate Godfrey is setting off from her home at Inverquiech in early July to raise money for the international training arm of World Horse Welfare (formerly the International League for the Protection of Horses). The journey, which will last almost four months, aims to use ancient hill tracks,

© Tom Lindroos / London's Swifts SWIFT APPEAL Have you seen swifts in Perth & Kinross? Are you interested in finding out more about these remarkable birds? If so, you can help us help the swifts! Swifts are amazing birds that visit Scotland for just over three months © K. Godfrey in the summer. They migrate from central & southern Africa to raise their chicks here, and only stop flying once they have found a nest site - drove roads and old military routes through the mountains. On the trip she will be accompanied by two special brothers: her Highland pony geldings Doogs and Yeoman. Kate and swifts eat, sleep and even mate on the wing (they never perch on wires Chic Nicoll bred the ponies and Kate and ‘the boys’ have made many trips camping in the or posts like swallows and martins do). In fact the only time they land is Scottish mountains – but never one of this duration. “Highlands are just ideal for a trip of this when raising their chicks! Swifts are sooty-brown in colour and have kind,” said Kate. “They’re strong and docile and they will march tirelessly to the next horizon. distinctive sickle-shaped wings. On summer evenings if the weather is They’re also ‘easy keepers’ which have adapted over thousands of years to exist on poor quality mountain grazing. These guys are extremely clever and surefooted about crossing fair, swifts gather in “screaming” parties chasing around the buildings bogs and rivers – as long as you trust them to make the decisions! Kate’s farriers, Jim and where they nest. Kevin Balfour from Tealing, told her about the work they do for World Horse Welfare running Unfortunately swift numbers have dropped dramatically over recent training courses in developing countries for the owners of working horses, and inspired her years and one of the reasons for this could be a shortage of nesting to raise money to help. Although they will often be camping, the planned trip has also sites. Perth & Kinross Ranger Service is looking for volunteers to take struck a chord with her fellow Scottish horse riders: she has been overwhelmed with offers of places to stay, grazing (and the occasional bath!) from people on her route, as well as part in the ‘Town Swift Survey’ which is a very simple survey involving a lots of local information about tracks and byways. Kate’s partner Bill Everett MRCVS, a couple of evening walks in mid-late July looking for swifts in screaming familiar face for many years in Scottish endurance vetting circles, plans to meet up with parties. Kate periodically to monitor the ponies. He is carrying out a small veterinary study for The If you are interested in taking part in the survey, know where swifts Long Riders Guild (organisation of international equestrian explorers affiliated to the Royal Geographical Society) on the effects of long distance travel on the horses. “And, hopefully, nest or want more information on swifts, please contact Daniele Muir on check up on my welfare too!” adds Kate. You can find out more about Kate’s journey and [email protected] or 01250 874661. Survey forms can be found at about long distance riding in Scotland generally on her website www.afinehorse.co.uk. She http://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/Biodiversity_Survey_Swift.asp and can also be sponsored online via http://justgiving.com/hoofprintsoverscotland. The Alyth your data can be filled in on-line. Voice hopes to publish some updates of their progress en route. 5

RAISING MONEY FOR CHARITY ALYTH CADET FLYS AT PERTH MercyCorps & Cancer Research UK

ALYTH WINNERS IN FIGHT AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE © The Courier Some of you may have read the article in The Courier recently about our newest GP Graham Johnston (above right) and his brother-in-law Graeme Gatherer, a GP at Ardblair Medical Centre in Blairgowrie, who plan to take part in the Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon on 11th July. They will have to swim a mile across Loch Tay, traverse seven Munros, covering 15 miles, kayak seven miles to Ardtalnaig and then cycle 35 miles back around the loch. It’s exhausting just thinking about it! They are no strangers to such events having finished second in the Hebridean Challenge, which is a six-day endurance event, two years ago and they have been training hard for months for this. You may have seen Graham cycling to and from work (28 miles) some days. They plan to raise money for the event’s chosen charity MercyCorps. All donations are welcome either at the Health Centre Reception desk or online at www.justgiving.com/grahamandgraeme In August, Vicki, the Practice Manager at the Health Centre and Tracy, the Pharmacist and new Manager at Davidson’s Chemist plan to join 10 of their team-mates taking part in the Cancer Research UK – 24 Hour Relay for Life Event in Kirriemuir. If you wish to make a donation or purchase a Candle of © J. Gribben Hope Bag, please ask at the Chemist or the Health Centre Reception desk. Alyth Climate Action Town held a prize draw at the Alyth Gala for all families 2ND ALYTH BROWNIES SUMMER SHOW who had returned their Home Energy Check Questionnaire. Mr John Swinney MSP (above) drew the 5 lucky winners who each receive a top of the range wind-up radio.

The winners were: Mrs J Thompson, Mrs Z Blackford, Mrs A Easson, Mr K Duncan, Mr G Grey

Following the distribution of the questionnaires, ACAT is pleased to report a good response with over 200 homes returning their questionnaire. Over the next 2 weeks ACAT’s Energy Auditors will be touring Alyth encouraging more homes to complete the questionnaire. “This is a good return rate but we need to get more families to join in, the more support the project gets the greater, the assistance it can provide in cutting energy bills and getting discounted insulation” said Joe Gribben ACAT Coordinator.

Benefits of completing the questionnaire are: ♦ You can save energy, money and the environment ♦ You will receive a bespoke home energy report which will indicate the energy efficiency of your home and suggestions how you might improve it. Back : Christina Park, Sheena Fotheringham, Geraldine Proctor, Alison Young. ♦ You can get free advice from specially trained Energy Auditors on a diverse Middle: Rebecca Fotheringham, Lisa Curry, Sophie Thompson, Sophia Kiuick, Jessica range of energy topics including, insulation, condensation, the efficient use Duncan, Sarah McInally, Morgan Taylor Front: Natasha Barclay, Tayla Rhind, Kenzie Robertson, Chloe Morrison, Lacey Rhind, of heating systems, the installation of renewables, grants and energy tariffs Lori Harden, Lisa Fairweather ♦ You can get access to discounted insulation.

On Tuesday 9th June 2nd Alyth Brownies and their leaders put on a Summer Show of ♦ You can get help with loft clearance to allow the installation of insulation. Mama Mia songs for family and friends. After the show, medals were awarded for: Brownie of The Year to Lisa Fairweather Joe Gribben (ACAT Coordinator) thanked Alyth Cubs and Scouts for their Most Promising Brownie to Lacey Rhind efforts in helping in distribute the questionnaires across the town. Special Achievement Award to Morgan Taylor 6

ALYTH TOWN HALL ALCOHOL ABUSE Gavin R Jamieson A number of recent incidents have led to teenage alcohol HODGE abuse and other disturbances in and around the Hall BARONY VIEW which have required a Police presence. GROUND MAINTENANCE SOLICITORS LLP The consumption and sale of alcohol in the Hall is only permitted if a Bar Licence has been awarded for the event FOR ALL GARDEN SERVICES

Divorce & Family Law by the P&K licensing authority. Patrons of such events are Court Representation NOT permitted to bring their own alcohol with them. The Grass cutting, flower beds, paving, Accidents & Employment Law bar licensee, according to the Police, is both responsible decking, power washing, fencing, Wills & Private Client for its sale and also the conduct of all patrons both within shed and garage clearing and Property Services and outside the hall with respect to alcohol induced be- cleaning, all other odd outdoor jobs

haviour, although some responsibility is also borne by the 28 Wellmeadow, Blairgowrie event organiser(s). Ground Clearance service Tel: 01250 874441 Discussions with the Police regarding these problems available for building plots

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G CLARK such circumstances the alcohol MUST NOT be resold and 01828 633669 (evenings) NOT be made available to youngsters – to do either is a PLASTERING & TILING criminal offence. In future the Police will be called early Or Walls & floor tiling evening when there is seen to be alcohol available and Free phone 08002 118583 Harling youngsters present. [email protected] Coving The Halls Committee has no alternative at this time but Plastering to cancel all teenage birthday parties until further notice Dry Lining UNLESS responsible adults are present. In future before Charles A Davidson

Ames taping any booking is accepted the conditions specified on application will require the signature of a responsible adult Blacksmith, Welder & Fabricator Wet Dash known to a member of the Committee. Gates and Rails made, erected and repaired NO JOB TOO SMALL We regret these actions but under the circumstances All fabrication and farm work undertaken FREE QUOTES we have no alternative.

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*now available* prizes, to our fundraisers and to all our sponsors, but mostly to Blairgowrie Tantrick (Spraytan) £20 those who turn up and give their support to these events - without you it just wouldn’t go ahead. This year we have: Telephone 01250 871040 **Late Nights Tues. & Thurs.** 10 bands, BBQ by The Burnside Inn, refreshments Mobile 07901655063 BUSINESS AS USUALTel:01828 632297 by The Blackbird Inn, bungee run, bouncy castle and more!! T-shirts will be on sale from Solutions, Airlie Street £8 each, or buy one at the Den. R. D. Builders AIRLIE GARAGE So come along & enjoy a free family fun day out with us. Many rk wo s . thanks to the committee once again for all their hard work. Info ALYTH ne ns ion Etc Sto sio vat ng ten no rli from 07763 211551, email [email protected] Ex Re Ha Telephone: 01828 633363

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LOCAL DANCERS DO WELL SOLUTIONS Dancers from the Linda Grant School of Dancing recently 17 Airlie Street Alyth underwent their annual exams in the Ogilvy Rooms Alyth. Tele. 633065 A All dancers successfully passed their exams. The exam- e mail [email protected] iner was Liz Low from Forfar. Alyth Placemats, Coasters & Fridge L magnets for that special gift Y Facial’s Master Uni-Ted Abbie Wallce, Charley Martin, Anna Wilkie, Dana Liddell, We have also have a large range of T Waxing Jodie Henvey, Lily Tosh Polo shirts, Sweat shirts, T Shirts,

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Maintenance Allegiance Award Emma Bryce, Rebecca Interior Grass Cutting, Hedge Trimming, Fotheringham Exterior Weed Control, Flower Beds, Pop Performers Holly Beattie, Megan Thom, Fencing, Slabing… Claire Smith, Laura McLaren, No Job Too Small Any Job in and around the garden. Lisa Fairweather, Lori Harden, All work completed to the highest Adrienne Donaldson, Kirsty Credit Crunch Prices standard. Barnett Free Estimates All waste removed from site and The dancers did well at their exams and the awards have recycled. been presented. The dancers continue to do Linda proud Quick reliable service dancing at the Highland Nights every week in the Angus CONTACT Hotel, as well as at the local Gala Day and upcoming 25 years experience Evenings: 01828 633719 nights in Blairgowrie & Strathmore Golf Clubs. Daytime: 07980789139 Dancing Classes over the summer will run on a Friday For a professional finish call

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1970? ALYTH SCHOOL NURSERY NAMES Back row: ?, Lucy Barron (head down), Adam Crighton?, Fiona Brown Middle row: Robin Barron, Mark Stevenson, ?, Alison Findlay, Ewan Stewart Front row: ?, ?, Dawn Robertson, Shona Robertson, Jackie Lothian, Overlooking Alyth from a beautiful Steven Pirie

Thank you to Anna Sullivan, Robin Barron, Ewan Stevenson, Shona vantage point on Loyal Hill Robertson and the ladies at the Black Watch Coffee Morning for their help 10% Discount available to members of with names. [Ed. The above names relate to the photo printed in March 2009 Strathmore, Glen Isla and Alyth Golf Alyth Voice. If you can complete the list of names, or confirm the date, please contact the Voice.] courses, when members card is shown. Serving lunch and dinner every day, FAMILY HISTORY PROJECT non residents and families welcome. In this year of Homecoming, Alyth Parish Church is launching an exciting new project Come and enjoy the beautiful gardens, in conjunction with Alyth Library and Alyth Museum. Funded by the Drumderg food can be served outside In the gardens. Windfarm Community Benefit Fund and Alyth Community Council, the objective is to provide a FREE resource of information and Visit the kitchen garden and the polytunnel photographs for genealogists in, or visiting, Alyth. to pick up a bargain for your flower

WHEN: borders Herbs, window boxes and hanging SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2009 at 2pm in the church baskets too. WHAT: To contact call 01828 633151. ~ A collection of Alyth photographs on a computer to browse through. ~ A display of sample photographs from the database. ~ A map/lair plan of Alyth cemeteries ~ Family History advice from the Library & P&K Council 4 Mill Street. Alyth ~ A ‘scanning station’ to copy your photographs 07541 477347

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP? The Alyth Bakehouse offers This project will never end as long as photographs are added to the freshly produced bakery goods database. Share your photos now, and with future generations, by made on the premises each day allowing us to copy the original images. We are looking for photos Choose from a large variety of with any Alyth connection; people, buildings, organisations, school, fresh rolls, bread, cakes, fresh businesses, etc. Any age of photograph is suitable, but older than cream and savouries. 20 years is preferred in the first instance. All photographs will be We also sell hot tea and coffee only 75p to take away. scanned and the originals returned. Please accompany all photos with your name, address, telephone number, and the details known Try our new sandwich fillings! about EACH photo e.g. what/who it shows, year, names, All filled rolls and baguettes now wax wrapped for extra background story, etc; as much information as is known please. freshness. There is no deadline for submitting photos. Get in touch now with National doughnut week Irene Robertson (01828 633045 or email The Alyth Bakehouse took part in National Doughnut Week [email protected]), or BRING YOUR PHOTOS ON 9th-16th May For each doughnut sold 6p was donated to The 1ST AUGUST TO THE LAUNCH. If you know someone who has Children's Trust. The Children's Trust raises money for old photos, please pass on our request. All original photos will be specific care, education and therapy for children with multiple returned once scanned, therefore there is no risk of losing your disabilities. May we take this opportunity to thank all our precious memories. customers who purchased doughnuts during this week and put

DO YOU HAVE BASIC DIGITAL CAMERA SKILLS? money in the collection box raising £16.42 Would you be interested in helping us to record All rolls may be pre-ordered if required for a summer party or Headstones in the cemetery? barbecue to avoid disappointment See in store for our weekly offers As part of the Family History Project, we intend to photograph, Now producing 100% all our own bread and rolls mark on a map, and record the inscription of every headstone in the Made freshly on the premises each day. cemeteries, and make this information available to visitors too. The Instore baking Fresh for you! headstones will become less legible over time and we believe this Open Mon-Sat 6.30am-4pm is a very important exercise in securing tomorrow’s history. If you We look forward to serving you soon! would like to help, please contact Irene Robertson.

ALYTH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 200 CLUB Don’t have access to email? May 2009 Draw Your Letters It’s free in the Airlie Street Library 1st - £50 - no.094 Mrs R Jolly 2nd - £30 - no.024 Mrs B MacKenzie GET WELL SOON A BIG THANK YOU 3rd - £20 - no.127 Mr J Payne Patricia Anderson We raised a grand total of £764.74 at our coffee June 2009 Draw (nee Proctor, avid ‘Voice’ reader and morning on Saturday 30th May. We would like to say 1st - £50 - no.081 Dr T Thomson formerly of Aunty Bunty’s in James Street, Alyth) a big thank you to all who supported us by coming 2nd - £30 - no.078 Miss L Mackay along, baking, helping and donating to make to day a 3rd - £20 - no.129 Mrs M Russell Recovering from an equestrian accident and in hospital in Burton on Trent. great success. There are now some numbers available for the With lots of love from your brother Ronnie x The club is registered with next 10 draws so if you would like to become a www.easyfundraiser.org.uk. This is a free service member of the Lights 200 Club please get in COMING EVENT where you can shop with your favourite online stores touch. The cost is £10 (equivalent to £1 per Most of you know by now that the Girl Guides are and at no extra cost raise funds for your charity, good draw). Liz Gordon, Treasurer working very hard to raise cash to build a new hut. cause or group you choose to support. You still shop I am organizing a Dance to help the cause. I hope directly with each retailer as you would normally, but to attract Ex-Girl guides who would like to meet up simply by using the links from our site first, each DID YOU LEAVE SCHOOL IN 1964? with old friends again, a sort of reunion and a purchase you make will generate a cashback SCHOOL REUNION PLANNED FOR 14TH AUGUST We are looking to contact the following... dance into the bargain. This will also be for the donation to the cause you wish to support. Please Adam Shonaidh Ex-Guildry (Girls Brigade), Scouts, Boys Brigade, sign up and choose Alyth Out of School Care Group Axworthy Iris and their partners. In fact, anyone over fifty will as your chosen charity. Bell Francis love this Dance! I'm sure you will agree that Thanks Catherine Chalmers Black Francess we can never have enough reasons to meet up Alyth out of School Care Group Brown Janet with old friends and enjoy ourselves. Let's get Clark Brenda together for this Dance and make lots of money to THANK YOU Clark Stanley keep our local Girl Guide Movement going. So… Todd Davidson Graham watch this space for a date. It will probably be in Derek, Kevin, Pamela and family would like to thank Donaldson Linda September. everyone for the exceptional support they were shown Duncan Anne Doreen Richmond (I'm taking names already!) at the recent loss of Mary, after her brave fight against Easson Maureen

cancer on June the 7th. For the many cards with Fleming Billy THANK YOU!!! special notes of sympathy. A thank you must go to the Franzeck Frank I would like to say a BIG thank you to everyone Doctors, District Nurses, Marie Curie and Macmillan Gordan Kathleen who so generously donated money to the spon- Nurses for all their help and support during Mary’s’ Johnstone Linda sored beard shave and hair-cut held at the Drum- illness. A total of £711.07 was raised to help the Kettles Agnes nacree House Garden Party. £540 was raised for District Nurses make others more comfortable. Legg Graham the Guide Hut Restoration Fund. Special thanks to Livingstone Yvonne Jenny and Rhona for all their assistance. THANKS McDonald Francess Billy Gordon McEwan Grant Gala Day Email: [email protected] Alyth Guide Hut Restoration Fund would like to thank McKenzie Evelyn Hull, East Yorkshire Friends of Guiding for arranging a fun stall and adding McLaren Helen 26 May 2009 the magnificent total of £335 to the fund. Menzies John Dear Alyth Voice, Irene Hart, Chairperson Orchardson Carol A big Thank you to The Alyth Voice. You printed Robert Gilbert my email in the April edition asking for memories of Saddler Margo Shepherd Patricia the Symington family. I have been in contact with THANK YOU two second cousins Bruce Waters and David for donations in our Please email Shonaidh Beattie [email protected]

Symington who have helped me enormously, so a collection tins which big thank you to them also. Dear People of Alyth, Regards, were recently emptied Many, many thanks for all the good wishes, Janet Symington of £75.26 cards, flowers etc. that I have received following my recent breast reconstruction. The good news is LEACH THANK YOU they got the cancer and they are happy that it is all away. No further treatment required (other than Carol, Graeme and Andrew would like to thank also to Kilry WRI for the donation. pills for the next 5 years!!!!). I presently have a bit friends and neighbours for all their support during All donations are very much appreciated and ensure of an infection which is dragging me down a bit but I Richard’s illness. Thank you to Alyth District the Voice remains delivered free to your door. am starting to feel better. Nurses and Health Centre also Blairgowrie Cot- So, again, on behalf of myself, Bob and Iain, a tage Hospital. All the help and support was greatly Top o’ Toon, 14/06/09 hugh thank you for all the good wishes and appreciated by all the family. The spuggies are back - & so am I – frae Canada, thoughts that have come my way. They have really Best wishes, desparately hinging on tae my suntan, and wondering helped me to cope with this problem and to keep a Richard’s family how I’m going tae consume all this dogfood which positive attitude. Love, Sheila A Fisher

was all there was in the hoose! THANK YOU Did ye ken that in some parts of Ontario, hanging ALYTH'S OWN CINEMA Mackin oot washing is frowned upon (unsightly?) even in 80º Over the last couple of months, there has been Mrs Mary Mackin would like to thank family, friends heat? Mind ye, wi’ a dryer, ironing was redundant – mention of the possibility of Alyth having its own and neighbours for the kindness and support no’ a bad thing! This was my last visit tae Canada. So cinema. It is still intended to have a public meeting shown to her over these past years. It has been a whit did I dae, apart from being ‘fu’ o’ do-nuts & coffee to discuss this idea. However, with the public great comfort. & nae sae ‘fu’ o’ ice-wine at 90 dollars (£45) per bot- consultation that is going on regarding Alyth 2020, it Thank you everyone. tle? Well, I saw Niagara Falls frae 23 floors up; loads is felt that it would be better to wait and see what o’ malls, a sign that said “Absolutely No Parking”; came out of this process and Alyth's cinema could marvelled at how much folk could eat, especially be part of a bigger plan. In the first instance, COULD YOU BE A VOICETEER? exotic crabs’ legs; and I didnae win at the Casino’s anyone who is interested in pursuing the idea of a Would you be willing to spare a few hours as a bandits. cinema in Alyth, is asked to make their ideas and relief Voiceteer to cover holidays? Tel: 633725 And the dugs were glad tae see me back, even if wishes known to the folks at Alyth 2020. they micht hae tae share their food wi’ me! Josi F. Sandy McCurdy 14

Alyth Gala Day

Well at least this year the rain did not stop play. Alyth Gala Committee hopes that everyone had a great day on Sunday 7th June. The feedback has been quite good so far. If there was anything that you did not like then please let us know. I’m sure you will know someone who is on the Committee. If not, then send your comments or suggestions in through the Voice and it’s sure to reach us. As with everything we know there are areas where things could have been a little bit better and we will try to improve on them for next year. We have already made mental notes to ensure that the sound system does not have fade on it. A few people asked me why Perthshire Brass was not in the main ring. It was through prior agreement with the band, they asked for somewhere they could place their equipment where it could be left in situation without having to carry it about all day. If it’s your wish to see them more in to the body of the Kirk for next year, perhaps in between the stalls beside everyone else, then let us know and we will discuss it with George before the event to ensure the wishes of everyone are heard. The Committee would like to have more attractions for the main ring next year, but as with everything that costs money, big money, so we will have to look at how we secure that revenue to provide you with continuous entertainment next time. Alyth & District Pipe Band in Alyth Gala Day parade

The Committee have again been heartened by the generosity of the businesses large and small throughout the town who donated prizes for Gala Day. Even in these hard times when every penny counts our traders are still willing to put their hands into their pockets and provide gifts to the people of Alyth and beyond. We would also like to thank the women of the WRI who were the first to come to our assistance when looking for volunteers for the parade. They formed the largest part of the marshalling so thank you ladies, and thank you to everyone who as- sisted in the parade. The safety of participants and pedestrians is what we achieved. I even saw the parade being stopped twice so that people could cross the road safely to take photographs. That’s what it’s all about, getting involved and enjoying the day. We are always open to suggestion on how to make the parade better. Please remember that groups and associations, clubs or organisations do not need a personal invitation to join the parade in Alyth, it’s your parade. As soon as you start to see next year’s articles in the Voice advertising that work has begun by the Committee then put your groups name forward. It’s a great way to attract new members to your organisation.

Councillor Ian Miller & Tommy Ritchie welcomed visitors to Gala Day

Several prizes were won by visitors from other towns and areas, Kirkcaldy, Perth, Blairgowrie, Glenisla, Glenshee to name but a few. That aspect is encouraging to the Committee when you consider what other events were on the same day across the county. Pete Wishart, John Swinney, Ian Miller, Bob Ellis and Dennis Melloy, all elected representatives were present on the day and have all made positive com- ment about the event and the number of visitors it attracted to the town. That in itself generates interest in what we are doing and brings much needed money to the town. The Committee has to acknowledge the work done on the day by both Bob Ellis and Ian Miller who helped out with running different events during the day. Your Gala takes almost a year to organise and in August this year we start the whole process again. That gives you and us lots of time to make next year’s event even better. It would be great if you wanted to come along and help organise something, but if not then your suggestions on how to make it better are still welcome. Stuart Clark, Alyth Gala Committee Alyth Gala Day Princesses Kennedy Muir & Linsey Macdonald

Conductor George Annan Jnr (left) with Perthshire Youth Brass A community Tug o’ War was a fun end of to the Gala Day

Alyth Show

Alyth Show on Saturday 20th June enjoyed perfect weather for an agricultural show and organisers were delighted by the turnout.

© DM Phillips Mrs Elizabeth Hamilton Jack Nicol (above right) presents Jack Nicol of Mornity Farms, Todpark, Alyth with of Mornity Farms, Todpark, Alyth showcases his Charolais cattle winners The Friendship Cup for best pair of pedigree beef cattle. during the Parade of Livestock.

Alyth Show

Class 32 Class 33 Class 35

Nearly 100 photographs were entered into the Alyth Show’s first photograph class in the Industrial Tent, which was blind-judged by Rhona Murdoch of Alyth.

Winners were: Class 32 ‘View through a Bridge’ won by Catherine Mitchell Class 33 ‘Winter Scene’ won by Catherine Mitchell Class 34 ‘A Visitor Attraction’ won by Elizabeth Crossley-Davis Class 35 ‘A Farming Scene’ won by Elizabeth Crossley-Davis Class 36 ‘Spring Flower(s)’ won by Catherine Mitchell

Class 34 Class 36

Glenisla Classic Vehicle Club Industrious Ladies Visitors enjoyed reminiscing over the Club’s turnout of classic vehicles. Mrs Isobel Buick and Mrs May Hadden judged entries at the Industrial Tent. 17

Alyth Gala Day

RUNNING EVENTS AT ALYTH GALA DAY Thanks to the enthusiasm of Audrey Gillies and Cate Brodie Alyth Gala had its first ever Fun Run. Twenty two individuals and 10 families of all ages completed the one and a half mile course from Jubilee Park to Glenisla Golf Course and back. Everyone received a medal and the applause of the Gala Arena. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd males and females back were awarded laser engraved glass trophies. Special thanks to the parents who marshalled the route. The second running event of the day was the Junior and Senior Hill Race. The Junior race was a shortened but equally tough section of the senior race and included runners who had already run the fun run. Runners in the senior race were encouraged up the final pull to the top of Alyth Hill by the stirring sound of the pipes played by Alyth's Kyle Macintyre (left). Unfortunately the police and army cadet teams had to withdraw from the Services Challenge due to other commitments, but Grant Duffy, Young Citizen of the Year, ran the senior hill race. In total more than 50 runners took part which was fantastic and is really encouraging for future years. Just need more mums © M. Strachan and dads! Ron McGill © M. Strachan

© M. Strachan © M. Strachan FUN RUNNERS HILL GROUP Back L-R: Val & Douglas Macdonald, Back L-R: Kyle Macintyre (Piper), Jim Whitehead, Robert Thornton, Middle L-R: Sean MacDonald, Christopher Currie, Eilidh de Klerk, Iain Anderson (1st senior hill race also pictured top right), Derry Wilkinson, Steven Murphy, Michael Brodie, Sean Murphy Ken Moyes, Eliot Palmer (3rd senior hill race), Ron McGill Front L-R: Ellis Page, Pip de Klerk, Kirsty Brodie, Nicky Warren-Bennett Middle L-R: Nicky Macfarlane (1st senior hill race), Grant Duffy, Laurie Mills (3rd senior hill race) Braw Toon Runners Front L-R: Derry Wilkinson (1st junior hill race), Lewis Serpell (1st junior hill meet every Saturday at 09:30 and Thursday at 18:30. On both days meet at Alyth Square. race), Sebastion Currie (2nd junior hill race), Sue Pople (2nd senior All standards welcome. For more information telephone Ron McGill on 01828 634114 hill race), Clive Bowman (2nd senior hill race and first local)

© M. Strachan © M. Strachan BOYS’ FUN RUN L-R: 2nd Michael Brodie (Alyth), 1st Steven Murphy (Alyth), GIRLS’ FUN RUN L-R: 3rd Ellis Page (Blairgowrie), 1st Eilidh de Klerk 3rd Christopher Currie (Alyth) (Kingoldrum), 2nd Pip de Klerk (Kingoldrum) 18

ROYAL VISIT PHOTOS Public Notices capturing the Prince Charles & Camilla Alyth (Duke & Duchess of Rothesay) unveiling the Alfred Anderson Memorial Cairn and the Town Hall reception Parish For Sale afterwards on 1st October 2006, are compiled in to an album and can be viewed in ALYTH LIBRARY Church

2 ELECTRIC MOWERS ALYTH SENIOR CITIZENS’ Sunday Service 11am CYLINDER and ROTARY. (1st Sunday of each month 6pm Evening Service) LUNCH and SOCIALISING CLUB Crèche available at Morning Services V.G.C. £20.00 EACH OR (Perth & Kinross Healthy Communities Project) Prayer Meeting Thursdays 10am £35.00 THE PAIR. NEXT LUNCH DATES ~~~ KIRK SHOP 27th July, 31st August AIRLIE STREET HALL L.OLDHAM, 23 ALBERT at 12.30 in Airlie Street Hall, £2 pp 6th - 11th July 2009

STREET, ALYTH Tel. Jackie Doe 01738 473 146 Monday to Friday 10am-4pm & 6pm-8pm EXERCISE GROUPS TELEPHONE Saturday 01828 633415 No classes July & August 9.30am-12.30pm

Airlie Street Hall, Active sessions 10am, To donate books, CDs, records, cassettes, household ST NINIAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Gentle sessions 11am, £2 per session or furnishing, toys, jigsaws, games, bric-a-brac The church will be OPEN sessions payable in advance (NO clothes or heavy furniture) Deliveries can be made Friday 3rd July 6pm-7.30pm or for private devotion every Sunday e.g. block of 9 works out at £1.50 each th st th Saturday 4 July 9am-10.30 or contact Audrey 31 May - 25 October 2009 (633161) or Ruth (633539) to arrange collections. 12.30pm to 5.30pm ~~~ 1st Nov. - 28th March 2010 ALYTH GRUPA MATKI I DZIECKA OPEN TO VISITORS 12.30pm to 4.30pm JULY & AUGUST Also Thursdays 11am - 12noon Alyth Gropa Matki l Dziecka jest otwarta dla wszystkich Saturday 10am-12noon & Sunday 2pm-4pm Disabled Access by St Ninian’s Rd gate. rodzicow z dziecmi ponizej 5 lat spotykamy sie 3 razy w ~~~ w tygodniu: FAMILY HISTORY PROJECT THANKS See page 13 for details The Ogilvy Rooms, Comwercial Street, Alyth Milne/ (po schodach pomiedzy Alyth muzelum a spa sklepem) www.alythparishchurch.org.uk Kydd 10.00am - 11.00am on BOOK LOVERS Darren & Poniedzialki, Wtorki l Piatki I am hoping to start an Michelle Koszt za grupe : £1 za osobe dorosla l 1 dziecko, 50p ‘Alyth Book Club’ would like za drudie dziecko (to samo 3) Anyone keen to discuss ideas and join, to thank © M Kydd Tel 01828 634 297 po wiecej pytan please meet at the DirlieBane coffee everyone shop on Sunday 5th July at 2.30pm, for the lovely cards and gifts received during Annie Jeffs the birth and christening of their baby ALYTH PLAYGROUP daughter Roxanne Scarlett Milne. for Children from 2 years old Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:15 - 11:15 Alyth Community Wing ST NINIAN’S Qualified Playstart Staff EPISCOPAL Some places are still available and we can take applications Alyth Rainbows will resume on for children turning 2 within the next school session. CHURCH Friday 4th September 2009 Contact Clair Annan 01828 633820 6.15pm to 7.30pm SUNDAY SERVICES We currently have places for any girls aged 5-7 years who live in Alyth & surrounding areas ALYTH IN BLOOM 5th July 2009 Tel. Catherine Chalmers on 01828 633825 The Fourth Sunday after Trinity GARDEN COMPETION 11 am Book of Common Prayer Communion

Drumderg Windfarm Community Benefit Fund Entry forms will be available 12th July 2009 APPLICATIONS DEADLINES 2009 in JULY from The Fifth Sunday after Trinity The Scottish Community Foundation is now HOBBIES, Airlie Street. 11 am Sung Eucharist accepting applications for grants from the Completed forms to be returned 19th July 2009 Drumderg Fund. Groups and organisations working there also. JUDGING planned in Alyth, Strathardle or Glenshee* may apply for: The Sixth Sunday after Trinity for Friday, 31st July. 11 am Sung Eucharist Small Grants £250 - £2,000 Main Grants £2,000 - £10,000 Marguerite McKenzie 26th July 2009 Apply by application form in advance of The Seventh Sunday after Trinity 2009 deadlines 20 July, 12 October 11 am Sung Eucharist Large Grants over £10,000 THANK YOU Contact S.C.F. to discuss your project first Every Thursday 11 am Morning Prayer Margaret Macdonald com-

Application Forms and Guidelines are available pleted the RACE FOR LIFE ALL ARE WELCOME from the Scottish Community Foundation: run in Glasgow on 7th June in Rector: The Very Revd Kenny Rathband website www.scottishcf.org 26 minutes 10 seconds. Once Tel: 01250 874583 (forms can be downloaded) all sponsorship money is in Email: [email protected]

tel. 0141 225 6670 email [email protected] the total she raised will be Diocesan Website: * Projects must benefit people living in the £477.60. A big THANK YOU www.standrews.anglican.org Alyth and/or Mount Blair Community Council areas © Macdonald to all who sponsored her. 19

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Venison Pack £34.50 ALYTH & DISTRICT PIPE BAND Uses therapeutic massage and essential 1 Haunch of Venison 1.5kg(3lbs) oils to improve and maintain health. 2 Venison Stks. 230gms (1/2lb) "What have we been up to" 3x450g Diced Venison. 3x450g Venison. Mince Visit our Diary @ www.alythpipeband.org.uk Conditions which may benefit from aromatherapy: 450g Venison Saus. Back/neck/muscle pain 1 pack Venison. Burgers (quarter pounders) The season has so far been interesting, eventful, fun, wet and hectic! The band have competed at three Pipe Rheumatism and arthritis Plus free delivery in the local area Sleep disorders Band competitions including the Scottish Champion- We deliver every Friday in the Blairgowrie/Alyth Area. ships (we were placed 7th in our heat), our drummers Constipation Contact Ann for more information, for a price-list with all Headaches our cuts and produce, or to place an order.. For contact have come on leaps and bounds since last year, well Stress related illness details see top.. done to them (they spent the winter months receiving ….and much more ‘Glenfernate Fresh Meat are licensed Game Dealers’ tuition from Callum Firth of Alba Percussions). We have also attended many local and community events For more information or to book an appointment with a full and varied diary for the year ahead. Tel 01828 632141 Anybody from the age of 8 who is interested in learning the bagpipes or drums, then visit us on a Mon- Smarty Paints day night at 6pm at the Alyth Guide Hut, New Alyth Road, Alyth. Band members come and go, some mov- Painters & Decorators ing on to higher grade bands and others just get bored as there is no doubt that it takes dedication and com- Free Quotations mitment to learn the music and instruments. We also We stay until the job is finished need members who are interested in remaining The Ardler Tavern Village Pub with Alyth & District and working together as a team to Cairnleith House Friendly Service & Hospitality achieve success as a 'BAND' and ultimately move up Drop in, have a drink and a chat, the grades. Cairnleith Street enjoy our sun patio & beer garden. Lastly I would like to give my sincere thanks on be- Alyth We are now serving Weekend lite half of the Band members to Irene Robertson of Classic Web Designs for the time and effort she affords the bites & snacks with a special of the Please contact Band in many ways but ultimately hosting and manag- day 11am to 6pm ing our web site for 'Free'. Jackie Macintyre Belinda or David Mitchell

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RACHEL’S DIARY On 7th June, 13 Blair High pupils including 5 from Pattern Imprinted Concrete Specialist Alyth left for the trip of a lifetime. The Voice has included articles and photos of their fundraising “for all your paving solutions” events during the past year, and now we are pleased to include the ninth extract from Rachel Mitchell’s • Pattern Imprinted Concrete from the trip… • Block Paving • Slabbing 15th June Happy Father’s Day ☺ • Gravel This morning we had to rise early at 7.15am for church at 8am. The service finished at 10.15am and was rather • Brick Work different from the usual services I am used to. The service Alyth Road, Rattray • Picseal – block enhancement was taken by children, there were many readings and Telephone: 01250 875502

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ing a music project as part Alyth Youth of the activities on offer to Free Fly Fishing, instruction Partnership young people in the town. £6,060.00 and fun. All welcome. BBQ & To assist with the purchase Alyth District of new kilts for members of refreshments through out the Pipe Band the band. £6,833.92 day. Come along & see what To support the cost of the Kirkmichael removal of the Cray War Keithick Angling Club are all Straloch and Memorial Plaques to a about. Glenshee more accessible location at Church Glenshee Church. £4,633.00 For more details phone Paul

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© J. Bissett Lunch/Dinner £7.95 per head Acupuncture can help a variety of symptoms (served all day long) and health problems Above: Davie Strachan of Alyth (left), a lorry driver with J B Corrie & Co Ltd Fencing Contractors of Blairgowrie, was Free 15 minute consultations available in Blairgowrie Beat the credit crunch with our value to discuss whether acupuncture may be helpful. meals served in the bar all weekend. presented with a gold watch and certificate by J B Corrie Practitioner is fully qualified and insured and is a Burnside Weekends. & Co Scottish Director Gregor Macintyre, to celebrate 25 member of the British Acupuncture Council. Thursday Night Pool Competition years’ service with the company. Judith Bryden MA(Hons)LicAc.MBAcC. ( open to everyone ) Starting Soon. Contact Judith at 01250 876345 Friday Night Disco/Karaoke. SIC A PARCEL O’ ROGUES IN A NATION or 07762 188418 (mobile) Every Saturday Night A Live Band. By Dan Dewar, 13 Commercial Street, Alyth On a Sunday Afternoon There Is Plans In The Pipelines For A Jamming We gie thim oor vote, but they’ll no gie a jot CHIROPODIST Session (anyone interested is most for oor Health, or oor Wealth, or oor Station. H.P.C. REGISTERED welcome ) In them we placed Trust – but the Country went Bust!

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What’s On WED 1-6 FRI 1-6 SAT 10-5 Half mile south of Meigle on Dundee Rd. July 26th Follow signs Songs of Praise in Glenisla Church at 6.30pm with Young Musicians with Glen connections Ash Chimney August 23rd PIANO TUITION Songs of Praise in Glenisla Church at 6.30pm with AND Janey MacFarlane from Alyth Systems September 12th HORSE RIDING INSTRUCTION

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ALYTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL At the May meeting of the Community Council we held our Buy Design AGM. As is normal at our AGM Alyth Youth Partnership provided an update on the activities of the group over the last year. AYP goes from strength to strength due to the hard 19 Airlie Street, work of George & Susan Allan and all members of staff. Alyth There are times when it slips our minds how much work others put in to keep our children engaged and away from Tel: 01828 633511 The Alyth Hotel the perils of infringement with the keepers of law and order.

It is normal for a senior police officer to give us an update on policing issues in our area and our police guest at the Unique handcrafted gifts And Restaurant AGM was Chief Inspector Dave Barclay. Dave is a local lad, & jewellery brought up and still residing in Alyth. Dave is now 3rd in

6-8 Commercial Street, Alyth, Command of Western Division, an area known to you and PH11 8AF. me as Perth & Kinross. Dave was recently promoted to Chief Repairs now Tel: 01828 632447 Inspector and has successfully managed to shun publicity for

his promotion. The cat is now out of the bag and our con- undertaken

gratulations go to him accordingly. Dave gave us an honest, SUNDAY CARVERY common sense, down to earth talk on what the police are Open Mon, Every Sunday from 12.15 trying to achieve in our area and how they intend to go about it. Dave assured us that his office door is always open and Thurs, Fri, Sat Two Course ( Starter and he will gladly respond to issues that come to his attention. Main Course ) £9.50 The nomination of post holders also takes place at the Children £5.00 AGM. Edith Payne our treasurer of long standing remains in place. Sanjay Samani fills the posts of Secretary and Vice NATURAL STONE Chairman and I fill the post of Chairman. The remaining AND PENSIONERS LUNCHES community councillors are Amanda Blakeman, Susan Allan, 2 Courses for £5.25 Barbara Prettyman, Don Duncan, Marguerite McKenzie and BRICKWORK SPECIALISTS from garden walls to renovations and EVERY MONDAY and WEDNESDAY Lorna Phillips. Jim Adam and George Durance have accepted the posts of Associate Members. new builds Book Early To Reserve Your In my article last month I spoke of noteworthy causes. I free estimates had the pleasure lately of being asked to officiate at the Alyth Table in Bloom AGM. The volunteers of this group, around nine in Contact Davie on: 01828 633061 total, make a huge difference to our town with their efforts to enhance the burnside, plant out tubs of flowers in prominent SALE OF ALYTH SCENES positions, decorate the entrances to our town etc. The time POSTCARDS, CARDS & CALENDARS they give to us is free of charge, they use their own equip- at DUNIRA, ST NINIANS ROAD ment and often bring little bits and pieces and quietly donate and also at them to the town. Times are hard, for everyone, but if there THE POST OFFICE was ever a worthy cause in town needing a donation to help ------it along through another year then I would respectfully sug- I can also simulate your photos into Oil gest you consider Alyth in Bloom. Marguerite McKenzie is and Watercolour Prints using Computer this year’s Chairperson for Alyth in Bloom and I’m sure that Software most of you will know her. If you wish further contact details ------then consider contacting me through the Community Council A percentage from the sale of the cards email address of [email protected] & calendars will go to Wisecraft, the Recently I was asked what it is that the Community Coun- mental health craft project in cil does. I will try to explain our function, but with the Blairgowrie. “constitutional speak” taken out. In plain English this is our function:------Bus Pass and Car Licence Photographs To promote the well-being of the town, to ascertain, co-ordinate and express to the Council or other public The Courtyard Gift Barn Phone Listed Number authorities the views of the community. To respond to TEL: 01828 632434 those authorities on behalf of the community and to Peel Farm, Lintrathen, DD8 5JJ www.frogpublications.co.uk be non-political or religious in debate. 01575 560718 We are consulted in planning applications, licensing applica- Open Daily 10am - 5pm Need a Gardener? tions, parade notifications, land sale by Government Agencies etc. In next month’s article I will explain our role in Crafts, Gallery, Demonstrations licensing applications. At the last meeting of the Community Council we consid- Antiques and lots more ered the outline planning application of Guild Homes. They www.peelfarm.com have applied to build circa 90 houses in the fields between Albert Street, St. Ninians Road and New Alyth Road. Having ALYTH ART STUDIO considered the expressed feeling at a previous Community Council meeting where around forty members of the public Painting and drawing classes in WATSON attended to hear Mr Guild explain his application, and the Alyth Art Studio GARDEN SERVICES public meetings thereafter, as a Community Council we listed our objection to this application on the community’s for all your gardening needs behalf. The listed reasons in our reply to the Council in- 1 - 2 Mill St. Alyth Grass cutting cluded water and sewage issues, roads congestion, safety Hedge trimming issues for children and pedestrians in such a close proximity Wed 10am to 12 noon Paths to our only school and safety issues with access to a building Walls site in such close proximity to a sheltered housing complex. Other classes to be arranged Fencing Our objection will be considered by Perth and Kinross Coun- cil when it holds its meeting to consider the application. The For more information contact 01250 875363 Council tell me they will notify us of their decision in due Graham Wands on course. 07840685222 Stuart Clark, Chairman 01828 640680 or 07544310867

WILL LIGHTNING STRIKE TWICE? A group of local writers are hoping that lightning will strike ELLIE’S COLUMN twice and that they can top a best seller list again this sum- A ROMAN HOLIDAY mer with their latest book If Stones Could Speak. Last Continued from June Voice… year, Nethergate Writers went to Number One in Wa- My mouth dropped. My feet weren’t sore anymore. It was terstone’s Dundee store with Roots, their collection of stories magnificent, enormous. My spine tingled. I opened my bag based on the history of Dundee and Angus. In keeping with and pulled out my map. I scanned my eyes over the map, the ethos of 2009’s Homecoming Scotland celebration, loca- and then found it, The Trevi Fountain. I was not only tion is a key element in the new book, which was published amazed by the enormity of this fountain, but by the hun- in June. dreds of people who stood or sat around it. It was not Through the magic of fiction, readers will be transported to blocked off by fences or railings, it stood freely. I rushed to places as diverse as Montrose, Glen Clova, Collace and the edge of it to dip my feet in. The water was cold and Glenfarg, to Dundee’s Howff, Botanic Gardens and Baxter icy, even though the sun was beating down. I never Park, to Hill of Tarvit, St Andrews, Elie and, perhaps most wanted to leave this magical place. intriguingly, Methil Power Station. The collection promises an Gucci, Armani, D&G, these were only some of the ex- equally wide variety of styles and subjects, including ro- © D. Francis pensive, designer shops that we set out to see on our next mance and fantasy, humour and history, crime and mystery – with stories and poems reflecting the local area from the nineteenth century, through the 1950s day. It was so different to the usual Dundee or Perth and 1970s to the present day. shops; Next, Debenhams you know the rest. These prices Themselves drawn from locations throughout Angus, Dundee, Fife and Perthshire, Nethergate were astronomical! However, I did end up buying a beauti- Writers are the members of the two ‘Continuing as a Writer’ classes which are part of Dundee Uni- ful pair of D&G shorts, which I wear frequently. After an- versity’s Department of Continuing Education. Over the last two terms, their various pieces of work other long walk, we ended up at the Colosseum, only to be have been developed under the guidance of tutor Esther Read and the finished products assessed greeted by an extraordinary long queue. Luckily, as I was by Dr Jim Stewart, who teaches creative writing at the Universities of Dundee and St Andrews. Dr Stewart commented, “These pieces seamlessly blend a sense of place with some human situa- under the age of 12 at the time, we were able to walk tion and the abiding importance of locality to the imagination is well instanced.” Esther has been smugly past the hapless queuers into a smaller one. As impressed with the breadth of creativity and the quality of writing produced saying, “The bar was set we walked into one of Rome’s most cultural buildings, I felt particularly high this year with only the very best pieces being recommended for publication.” like part of the history. Being in such a historic place over- If Stones Could Speak was launched at the University on 3 June and was included in the Dun- whelmed me a great deal. Afterwards we got ice cream dee Literary Festival programme on 26 June. During June there were also readings from the book and walked round the Roman Forum. It was not as amaz- at Waterstone’s in Dundee where Manager Gordon Dow said, “I am confident that Nethergate Writ- ing as the Colosseum, but it still impressed me. The bus to ers' If Stones Could Speak will repeat the success of their best-selling Roots last year.” So there’s plenty to look forward to for the writers and for their readers and it may be worth keep- take us back to the hotel was delayed and we ended up ing a weather eye open for that bolt of lightning. standing at the bus station for over two hours. Eventually we decided to take a taxi, which was expensive, but worth it. It was an extremely long day. NEXT STEP WALKING GROUP On our last day we went to St Peters Square, where we Blairgowrie & District Next Step Walking Group recently completed their 200th walk since starting in saw the Pope giving blessings in so many different lan- May 2005. Over this time they have collectively walked half way round the globe nearly 12,500 miles, guages, I could barely keep up. As I stood there listening, I and climbed over 430 miles high. This is a significant achievement bearing in mind that the group's average age is 65! thought it would be a perfect time to look back and reflect They have also recently held two successful National Navigational Award weekend training courses. on the last couple of days. Then, I would have said the Nine people (some pictured below) successfully passed and now have more confidence in following Colosseum was my favourite place, but now on reflection I where they are being led during their walking adventures. The courses were delivered by Nick Cole in would defiantly say that the Trevi Fountain was my favour- Blackcraig Forest, which provided an ideal venue for the Bronze level. This standard being sufficient ite. I realised that this trip was so special to me as I got the for what is probably 90% of occasions when people go walking by themselves. opportunity to learn, and spend quality time with my grand- Other group achievements have been refreshed and trained 9 MiDAS drivers and Outdoor First parents. I was amazed by how much I had learned, and Aiders which not only benefits the walking how much culture and history I had taken in, and I knew, group but allows our one day (though not in the foreseeable future) that I was members to help with going back to Rome. their community Ellie Forbes, age 13 events. Walking is a well documented way of Alyth Guide Hut Restoration Fund maintaining and CHARITY SHOP enhancing fitness, Upstairs from Bookfest at especially when Scout Hut, Cairnleith Street taking part in the more adventurous Saturday 1st - Sunday 9th August walks we programme Saturday 2pm - 4pm on a weekly basis. Sunday 2pm - 4pm © S. Cole Getting and keeping Monday 10am - 12noon fit in later years can Tuesday 2pm - 4pm be challenging and our walks offer a subliminal way of achieving this through the social benefits of Wednesday 2-4pm, 7-9pm meeting new people. Thursday 10am - 12noon Following intense planning and negotiation, we can finally announce that the Walking Festival based in Blairgowrie will be going ahead over Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th of October this year. Friday 7pm - 9pm As an almost entirely self-financing event we have prepared a short sharp and challenging weekend Saturday 2pm - 4pm with something for most abilities. There will be 3 walks each day: a section of the Cateran Trail, a high Sunday 2pm - 4pm level long distance trail with Munro diversions, and a low level moderate railway based walk. Spaces Goods may be handed in to Dirliebane Cafe, are limited by minibus seating but if there is sufficient demand we can programme additional walks any Guider, or phone Irene Hart on 632439. over the weekend with sufficient notice. Details are available on www.walkingfestival.org Alternatively please bring contributions to the Scout hut Information regarding BADNS or Strathmore & the Glens can be obtained from Nick or on Friday 31st July 7-9 or any time we are open. Sue Cole on 01828 640763 or via www.badns.org www.strathmoreglens.org

THE BLACK WATCH HERITAGE APPEAL

THE BLACK WATCH SAY THANK YOU Back: Lt. Col. Sir Andrew Ogilvy-Wedderburn Bt., I would like to thank everyone who was involved in organising and running the Elasaidh Mollison, Ruth Jolly, Audrey Young, Coffee Morning, held on the 23rd of May and held in support of The Black Jim MacFarlane, Lt. Col. Roddy Riddell Watch Heritage Appeal. The event raised £1250 and we are very grateful for your support as we Middle: Jim Turpie (Balhousie Castle Museum), endeavour to create a living memorial to the many thousands of men who Charlie Smith, Joyce Duffy, Dan Dewar, have served in the Regiment. Agnes Kettles, Mhairi McDonald, Helen Menzies, The Appeal has raised £1.6 million which is half the target set by the Marguerite McKenzie, John Nicoll (Balhousie Appeal Committee and so we still have some way to go – but thank you for Castle Museum) your support. Yours sincerely, Roddy Riddell Front: Major David McMicking, Janey Lt. Col. (Retd) MacFarlane, Irene Robertson, Margaret Aitchison, Secretary, The Black Watch Margaret Fraser

© M. Kay DUNDEE & CENTRAL SCOTLAND WING PRO PRESENTATION At a recent Dundee & Central Scotland Wing, Air Training Corp, training day at Royal Air Force Leuchars, Cadet Sergeant Matthew Stevenson of 2519 © J. Spittal (Strathmore) Squadron, Air Training Corps was presented with the Jim Dear Alyth Voice, McLean Trophy for the best overall Public Relations results in 2008, by Wing Does anyone know anything about this carving on the North side of Alyth Commander Colin McCrae (pictured above). Matthew collected the trophy on Hill above the Balwhyme boundary on the steep hillside? Our archaeologist behalf of his squadron for their fantastic PRO during 2008. suggests that it is at least 100 years old and was created by someone who The Jim McLean Trophy for the squadron producing the best overall Public knew what they were doing. Any information would be gratefully received. Relations in any year, was presented to Dundee & Central Scotland Wing by Yours, John Spittal Mrs Jessie McLean a number of years ago in memory of her late husband Forester, Fife and Angus Beat, Tay Forest District Squadron Leader Jim McLean, a former Commanding Officer of 2519 Email: [email protected] (Strathmore) Squadron, and a Staff Officer of Dundee & Central Scotland Wing, Air Training Corps. The Staff and Cadets of 2519 (Strathmore) Squad- [Ed. This carving was discovered by local man James Wallace in 2007 and ron were delighted and honoured to receive this award for the fourth time who recently asked a friend to contact the Forestry Commission to try to especially as it was in memory of their late Commanding Officer. ascertain more information on its history.] 28

9TH PERTHSHIRE (ALYTH) VOLUNTEERS Following our research into this local volunteer regiment, this month we finally of the universal esteem in which he was held, he was entertained in Alyth by write about Mr James Lamond of Inverquiech. the agriculturalists of the district and made the recipient of a handsome testimo- nial. Jennifer Woods of Edinburgh wrote to the Mr Lamond was a staunch Conservative Voice last year with details of the uniform her in political fields and an all-round agricultu- grandfather, James Lamond, wore for the ralist, being a familiar figure at shows, sales Perthshire Volunteers. The uniform had and markets throughout Forfarshire and been donated to Edinburgh Castle’s military Perthshire. He was an expert judge of the museum in 1973 and in late 2008 Jennifer financial value of stock, and from the ros- was reintroduced to the uniform [right] trum, it was said that with his breezy witti- thanks to Jonathan Ferguson, assistant cisms, he always kept his clients in excellent curator. The frogging (embroidered button- humour. His geniality and generous tem- ing) and scarlet cuffs and collar are as fresh perament earned for him a wide popularity today as they would have been in 1860 and and he was a firm supporter of the Estab- it is remarkable to think this uniform which is lished Church. The funeral cortege to Alyth made of heavy, and presumably good qual- cemetery was said to have been “the largest seen in Alyth for many a day”. As ity, wool can be anywhere near its age. was the tradition of the day, notable mourners were listed in the press. The James Lamond was born in 1830 in the Airlie district to Mr Francis Lamond, company attending Mr Lamond’s funeral were Messrs Crabb, sen. and jun., one time farmer of Dillivaird. Designed for the profession of civil engineer, Mr Thorngreen; Provost McLeish, Alyth; Bailie Findlay; Mr Sinclair, West Pitnacree; Lamond received his early training in land surveying and appraising with Mr Mr H. Robertson, Sunnyside; Mr Gray, New Alyth; Mr D.B. Lawson; Mr D.S. McLaren, Buchal, with whom he served his apprenticeship. Subsequently, in Kidd; Mr John Smith, Airlie Mount; Mr John Smith, jun., Airlie Brae; Mr A.M. order to further his knowledge of business methods, he entered the office of Mr Ferguson; Mr J.A. Craik; Mr Wm. McBain; Mr G. Reid; Mr D.S. Galloway; Mr A. Yeaman, banker, who at the time was district agent for the ill-fated City of Glas- Kidd, Easter Craig; Mr W. Saddler, Quiech; Mr Murrison, Shanzie; Mr A.A. gow Bank. Afterwards Mr Lamond set up as a civil engineer and valuator in Adam; Mr James Graham, of Scott & Graham Forfar; Mr Black, Cortachy; Mr Alyth, and on the death of Mr John Fleming, auctioneer, Bruceton, took over Black, Grangemount; Mr Tasker, Camno; Mr Auchterlonie; Mr Annand, Ruth- that gentleman’s business, developing a wide and influential connection, his ven; Mr Annand, Formal; Mr Carruthers, Burnside; Mr J.N. Tasker, Chapel Hil; sound judgement and genial personality standing him in good stead in his com- Mr Beverly, Alyth; Mr Lawson, Bruceton; Mr T. Kay, V.S.; Mr Bruce and Mr Pat mercial dealings. Eventually his business was formed into a Company, which Bruce, Jordanstone; Mr G. Kidd, Auchteralyth; &c. Short services were con- traded under the name of Alyth and Meigle Auction Co., Ltd., with Mr Lamond ducted by the Rev. James Meikle at Inverquiech and at the graveside. for auctioneer and manager. For long this company flourished as a prosperous The Voice would be grateful for any information regarding the 9th Perthshire concern until Messers Scott & Graham Forfar, who were extending the radius of (Alyth) Volunteers or Inverquiech Farm. Irene Robertson their operations, acquired the interest in the Alyth Mart which was located at Annfield. OPENING OF DIAMOND JUBILLEE PARK In 1863 Mr Lamond in addition to his civil engineer’s business, started farm- th Alyth Gazette and Guardian 24 September 1948 ing at Inverquiech, and continued to do so until his death in 1908. Just fifty years ago this coming week, in the year 1898, a memorable event in the Mr Lamond was described as an “enthusiastic volunteer”. At the inception of history of Alyth took place in the opening of the Diamond Jubilee Park. the Perthshire Volunteers movement in 1860, when the scare of invasion from The presentation of this public park by Lord Airlie to the inhabitants of Alyth was France kindled the national patriotism to such a flame, he was one of those who mainly due to the initiatory steps taken by Provost Tod. As long ago as the date of attended a meeting at Alyth convened for the purpose of enrolling volunteers, the Jubilee celebrations the Provost was in correspondence with his Lordship on and his name figures on the original enrolment sheet. He was amongst the first the subject. Looking around Alyth the Provost saw that abundant means of recrea- officers of the Alyth company, being Ensign, when Mr James Wedderburn- tion were provided for in the higher social scale by the golf course, the tennis court Ogilvy was Captain and Mr William Japp Lieutenant. Mr Lamond’s granddaugh- and curling pond. It was true also that in the matter of open spaces Alyth was ter is still in possession of Mr Lamond’s original Ensign certificate which reads particularly favoured by having access to no end of muirland, to the Hill of Alyth as follows: and to the Bamff Den. Henry Home Drummond, Esq. of Blair Drummond, Her Still for sports such as cricket and football, there was no proper recreational Majesty’s Vice-Lieutenant of the County of Perth, ground for the youth of the town. They had to depend on places for matches and practising ground on the generosity of the neighbouring gentry and farmers: and To James Lamond, Gentleman these spots, however well disposed the owners were, were not always in a posi- By virtue of the power and authority to me given, by the Right tion to be given. Honourable Thomas Robert, Earl of Kinnoull, &c., &c., These facts, through the course of a correspondence, Provost Tod laid before &c., Her Majesty’s Lieutenant of the said County of Perth, Lord Airlie, and after the matter was thoroughly discussed his Lordship intimated I hereby appoint and Commission you, the said through his factor, Mr Black of Cortachy, that he was quite agreeable to gift a James Lamond to be Ensign in the Ninth Perthshire Rifle piece of ground to the public of Alyth for recreational purposes. The spot ultimately Volunteer Corps and you, the said James Lamond having chosen was a park in the Losset Road, consisting of about 8 ½ acres. The park accepted of the said Commission, are carefully and was not waste ground but valuable agricultural land. diligently to discharge the duty of Ensign in the said Mr John Grieve of Loyal donated the gateway, an item which cost some £80 to erect. This gateway was built to the plans of Mr James Findlay, Alyth, by Mr John and are to observe and Ninth Perthshire Rifle Volunteer Corps Howie, mason; the ironwork was by Messrs Fraser and Sons, Rattray. obey all such orders and directions, as from time to time, In accordance with the wishes of Mr John Grieve, the laying of the foundation you shall receive from your superior Officers, according stone took place with as little ostentation as possible. to Law and the Articles of War. After a short speech on the matter, Mr Grieve deposited in a cavity, which had Given under my hand at Blair Drummond been prepared by the masons, a bottle containing copies of the Dundee Advertis- In the Twenty Fourth day of June ers, Scotsman, Courier, Alyth Guardian and Alyth Gazette. The cavity also con- In the Twenty Sixth year of Her Majesty’s Reign, and in the tained a document written as follows:--“This gateway was the gift of Mr John year of our Lord, Eighteen Hundred and Sixty Two—1862 Grieve of Loyal House, being four stone pillars and three iron gates, the total cost of which was £65 --- defrayed by the said John Grieve of Loyal. The stone was H. Home Drummond Lieutenant from Camperdown Quarry. The builder was Mr John Howie, Alyth. Messrs Fraser and Sons, Rattray, made and fitted up the gates. James Tod was provost of the In connection with the Alyth water system from Fyal, on the Bamff Estate, in burgh, and to the said James Tod is due the credit of approaching and receiving 1870 he was greatly in the confidence of the promoters, and gave much valu- from the Earl of Airlie the public park.” able practical advice; while in regard to compensation claims connected with The very handsome pavilion, so well equipped and of excellent design, was the the scheme he acted as arbiter for the burgh. His services as a negotiator were gift of Mrs Fyfe-Jamieson of Ruthven. also largely in demand in the adjustment of compensation claims connected [Thank you to Mr James Tod of Whitley Bay for submitting the above. with the laying of the water track from Lintrathen to Dundee. In 1903, as a mark See also June 2009 Voice]

PERTHSHIRE POSITIVE AWARDS Entries and nominations are being sought for the third annual Perthshire Positive Action Awards, which to be held on 29 October 2009 at the AK Bell Library Theatre in Perth. Categories are: Young People - This award recognises young people’s contribution to enhance their community and their enterprising spirit. The award focuses on Young People who have volunteered in environmental activities. Community spirit - This award recognises the 4WD Specialist overall effort of a geographical community to enhance their quality Cars & Light Goods Vehicles of life over a number of years. The award focuses on any commu- Servicing and Repairs nity who has developed varied projects mainly relying on volun- Bike & Car MOT Testing teers and has sustained this effort over a number of years show- Tyres & Exhausts ing an enterprising spirit. Community asset - This award recog- Bike & Car Oils nises community groups who have invested time and effort in improving local community assets such as village halls, which play ATTENTION a key part in local community life. The award focuses on any community group operating a community facility and who has Courtesy Car Available ADVERTISERS carried out improvement works over the past 2 years. The group must have raised funding through own fundraising and/or grants, Deadline for changes and and the project must have taken into account the impact on the new adverts is strictly wider environment (eg energy efficiency, use of environment friendly material) and facility users (eg disability access). Innova- 16th of each month. tive organisations - This award recognises voluntary organisations who have developed initiative to work better together for the www.goodgaragescheme.com Email benefit of people experiencing difficult circumstances. The award [email protected] focuses on two or more voluntary organisations demonstrating partnership working for the benefit of people experiencing difficult Driving Telephone circumstances (eg homeless or at risk of homelessness, people 01828 633693 with a disability, unemployed). Children and Schools - This Made award recognises children and school’s contribution to a better environment and their enterprising spirit through the Eco Schools easy programme which helps pupils and schools to improve their per- formance in eight key areas - waste minimisation, litter, health and Helen Hally CA well-being, transport, water, energy, school grounds and biodiver- Contact Colin Sidley South Street, Burrelton sity. The Award is automatically given to any Perthshire school Home: 01828 633 017 Tel: 01828 670294 who has achieved a first Green Flag or a Permanent Green Flag Mobile: 07751072408 since the last award ceremony (October 2007). Text: ‘PRICE’ The Awards are open to all communities and individuals in to my mobile number for information For all your business Perthshire (Young People category is aged 14-25). If you would Email: [email protected]

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ALYTH AMATEURS F.C. COFFEE MORNING ALYTH FIRE STATION

The local station has received an upgraded appliance in line with Tayside Fire and Rescue’s policy of equipping all stations with a front line Rescue Pump. This appliance greatly enhances the capability of station personnel to deal with all types of rescues at road traffic collisions, on water and in buildings. The appliance is a Scania chassis with a six person crew cab which Billy Gordon and Keith Robertson manned the Tombola Stall at replaces the previous Volvo that was assigned to the station. The appli- Alyth Amateurs’ Coffee Morning on Saturday 6th June. ance whilst not new, was chosen for conversion to enable the rescue £906.68 was raised and the Football Club thank everyone who helped equipment to be carried. The enhanced rescue capability is provided in any way to raise this total. It is very much appreciated. BELMONT HOME OPEN DAY

© A. Ramsay by hydraulic cutting and spreading tools with rams and pedal cutters, pneumatic air bags and a range of hand tools. Specialist water safety equipment, working at height equipment, casualty care packs and refreshments for crews is also provided. This equipment is in addition to the Belmont Eventide Home Circle of Friends held an open day Afternoon Tea pumps, hose, ladders and thermal imaging devices that are used to deal on Saturday 16th May. Pictured are: with fires. Back: Bill Christie, Elasaidh Mollison, Joy Reid, Evelyn Grieve, Tayside Fire and Rescue is committed to providing the highest levels of Nigel Henderson, Agnes Kettles knowledge, information, skills and equipment to protect our communities. Front: Betty Christie, Pauline Dolby, Elizabeth Miller, Sheila Watkins, The crew from Alyth have all been trained in the use of the equipment to Betty Young ensure that the community of Alyth is protected effectively and profession- ally. The station itself has recently had a facelift both inside and out reflecting the service’s commitment to the area.

Tayside Fire and Rescue are embarking on a recruitment campaign to maintain personnel levels at Alyth Fire Station. If you are available to attend fire calls and live within a few minutes of the station please give some thought to this very worthwhile part-time career. You need to be physically in good shape and be prepared to make a commitment to attend training nights, community safety events and equipment maintenance sessions. Remuneration is excellent so why not call into the station on a Monday evening or leave us a note and we will get in touch with you.

© J. McLean Home fire safety visits are carried out by local personnel so why not apply Above: Many Alyth people enjoyed the Trip to Morar and Skye with at the station for your FREE visit and we will visit your home at a time Blairgowrie Tourist Information Centre and Smith & Sons Coaches. For convenient to you. The station is on duty every Monday from 7-9pm so details of forthcoming trips, contact the T.I.C. office on 01250 872960. pop in and feel free to ask any questions. Alan Ramsay, Crew Manager

stART FESTIVAL

Sat 4th & Sun 5th April 2009 - Despite the bad weather on the Saturday, The stART committee were delighted with the turn out and hope which sent the gazebo covering the Lino Printing workshops flying that they will be able to repeat this for stART 2011. As many of the across Tesco’s car park at one point, an amazing 1,423 people took committee stay in Alyth, it was good to focus on the town for the part in stART 2009! evening event held in Mill Street Park. The rain held off and the There were 32 different activities offered to local people to school’s ukulele players turned out in force and everyone seemed to participate in over the weekend and 67 workshops in total with an have a great time, including the tutors and performers. The leader of additional 30 workshops organized in the run up to the festival. 47 the Beltane Drummers said that she felt that the festival was “an artists were employed by stART and the whole event would not have amazing event to be part of… We had a fantastic day and would run so smoothly without all the help given by the many volunteers who come back if invited.” manned venues, made cups of tea in Airlie Street Hall and were The stART group would like to thank the many grant funders and marshals at the procession. sponsors, including many local businesses, for their support.

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