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Vol. 6,SENTINEL Issue 25 - Price: £1 “serving St Helena and her community worldwide” Thursday 21 September 2017 Ascension Releases Airlink Price and Start Date ...See page 3

Rupert’s remains re- Appeal argues St Helenians membered ...See pages 25-26 only worth 1/3 of UK citizens ...See page 15 Sure celebrates two years of mobile service ...See page 7 Fruit and veg statistics from Legco review latest RMS voyage ...See page 37 ...See pages 9-11 UN World Day of Peace exhibit opens ...See page 47

Annual SPCA quiz night ...See page 5

Saint’s Kitchen...See pages 32-33 2 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 3 ST HELENA SNIPPETS ST HELENA SNIPPETS Donna Crowie, SAMS Ascension Air Access Announcement Name: Cedella Marie Fowler Sisters forever DOB: 24th August 2017 Ascension prices and start date released, access discussions continue Weight: 7lb 8oz Emma Weaver, SAMS Time: 19:24 Parents: Kanisha Crowie and Stephen Fowler Yet more flight updates have appeared “Baby Cedella is great and over the past week. very happy,” mummy said. Most significantly, on Ascension Island, Big sister, Shakara, is so the long-awaited flight prices and a start happy to have her little sister. date for the SA Airlink bridge between St Shakara helps mummy with Helena Island (HLE) and Ascension Island feeding Cedella and putting (ASI) have been announced. nappies in the bed but she also Flights will start Saturday, Nov. 18, and loves waking her sister up. a return ticket will cost £845 (while a Mummy and daddy are over one-way ticket to ASI will cost £430 and a the moon with their new ar- one-way ticket to HLE will cost £415). The rival. schedule so far can be found in the photo The family would like to of the announcement in Ascension Island thank Robyn Bennett and Gina Government’s The Islander. Benjamin, Doctor Francisco “I feel disheartened,” said one Ascen- and midwives Rosie Mittens, sion Island resident. “I had hoped for the Victoria Thorogood and Erica prices to be lower. I would have loved to be Bowers for their help dur- able to visit more often, but at these prices ing and after the birth of baby I can't afford to go on my own, much [less] Cedella. bring all of my family. It has brought us Extended thanks to all family so close, but at the same time still so far and friends who sent gifts, apart.” cards and blessings. As St Helenians make up most of the workforce on Ascension Island, families on both ends feel an affordable link be- tween the two islands is critical. The Ascension resident was especial- ly concerned that the ticket price for a 2-year-old would be the same as the ticket price for adults. “Why isn't there a half price fare for Filling the Basket children 2-12 yrs?” the resident asked. Travel between Cape Town and St Hel- ena on the RMS St Helena, which takes five days each way, is understandably more ex- Statistics Office begins household expenditure survey pensive than travel to and from Ascension on the RMS, which takes two-and-a-half- Andrew Turner, SAMS days each way. The Ascension resident tween South Africa and St Helena – prices discussed, this time at the Executive therefore also questioned why – when the were nearly the same for both journeys. Council meeting. distance between Ascension and St Helena “It's horrendous knowing we can travel Unfortunately, there was no firm update was so much shorter than the distance be- Europe for half that price,” the resident on the actual availability of tickets. Those The Statistics Office will be conduct- said. “No way we can just up and travel excited by the announcements of prices ing a Household Expenditure Survey home to see family before our contract is and the promises of ticket availability, are (HES) from this week through mid-No- due.” still waiting to be able to actually purchase vember 2017. This is the ninth time they The ASI-HLE service will operate once a tickets despite the fact the first flight is have conducted this survey on the Island. month, on the second Saturday. An E190 now only three weeks away. The main purpose of the survey is to will be used. No announcement has been Ticket sales, it seems, still steadily and update the “basket of goods” that the made as to when tickets for this link will vaguely remain “imminent” and “days statistics team uses to measure inflation go on sale. away.” and cost of living on St Helena. While Ascension’s Islander published the “The final item on the Open Agenda con- ticket prices for the ASI-HLE link, the SHG cerned the Aerodrome Charges Regula- “We’re trying to find out, basically, Press Office said they have no information tions,” read Tuesday’s SHG press release. what families spend on St Helena and or announcement to share with the public “Council confirmed the approval that was what the expenditure patterns are,” said regarding flights between Ascension and given last week for these Regulations to Statistical Commissioner Neil Fantom. Reserve These Dates St Helena. be published and brought into force. It “The reason we do that is to try to come want to get an accurate measure,” Neil members. For Your Diary: But while the Ascension announcement was noted that these Regulations made up with a basis for measuring price in- said. “We basically draw a sample from a Details about purchases, such as of ap- overtakes social media and St Helenians provision for an ‘essential infrastructure flation, because price inflation affects St list of households that we keep. We keep pliances and furniture, are included in Friday 15th Dec - await an official announcement on our charge’ to be levied on each arriving and Helena quite dramatically at times.” it from the census, so we take that list addition to an expenditure diary that will Christmas Bonanzo end, other discussions about air access departing passenger at St Helena Airport. The survey will take about eight weeks and add to it any new households or any ask the households to describe and name prices and issues are still ongoing. This charge has already been included in On Friday, Sept. 15, at the second Formal the cost of tickets. In confirming the ap- to complete. new houses that have been built.” the price of every item they purchase Wednesday 20th Dec - Legislative Council meeting of the new proval, Council noted that IATA had ap- The Statistics Team is aiming to collect Statistics Officers will be visiting over a two-week period. Festival of Lights council, councillors again brought up is- proved this charge and that confirma- data from one in every 10 households. households to explain the purpose of the All results gathered from the survey sues and concerns about the island’s air tion had been received this morning from Households will be picked from a list of survey and to help people with complet- will be kept strictly confidential and will access – Councillor Cyril Leo’s Adjourn- Airlink that the ticketing system will be all households on the island that was ob- ing the questionnaires and forms. be used only for the purpose of compil- ment Debate can be found on page 11. updated over the next day or two and fol- tained during the 2016 Census. The questionnaire will be used to ask ing statistics, as required by the Statistics Additionally, on Tuesday, Sept. 19, de- lowing required testing, ticket sales will be “We have to do it randomly because we questions about the household and its Ordinance. tails of the SA Airlink service were again imminent.” 4 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 5 OPINION ST HELENA SNIPPETS ST HELENA SNIPPETS SENTINEL Supertanker drops by Annual SPCA Quiz Night COMMENT Emma Weaver, SAMS £1,493 raised Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS The MT Anne, a Crude Oil Supertanker, arrived in James Bay late in the afternoon on Monday, Sept. 18 to “disembark a sick crew member.” The Emma Weaver, SAMS Supertanker left the same evening. I found the Councillor’s adjourn- Details: Last Friday, the home of the world’s ment debate heartening last week. In Built 2016 (launched in May 2016) oldest living land animal hosted an ani- the space available for this comment, I Length 333m mal-themed quiz night. would like to highlight aspects from one Breadth 60m new councillor and from one that has Though Jonathan stayed out in the pad- returned. Draught 7.7m dock, 80 people packed themselves into “Lovie, are we going to wait for a seri- GRT – 159,234 the dining hall of Plantation House at ous accident to happen first?” Port of Registry: Marseille, France 7pm for a Society for the Prevention of Such sentiments are often expressed Owned by EURONAV of Belgium. Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) fundraiser. by people trying to get the relevant au- Currently in ballast, heading to the Gulf of Mexico to load crude oil. “The event is becoming quite popular thority to actually do something positive ANNE landed a crewmember for medical attention. before the worst happens. Cyril Leo told and developing a reputation,” said At- his colleagues that a senior citizen had torney General Angelo Berbotto, one of said these words when she was asking St Helena’s “handful of” SPCA members. if a zebra crossing can be provided near “More and more people are interested in the Canister, Jamestown. He had ob- coming each year, and of course Planta- served that a fully fledged zebra cross- ing in that area will first require lengthy tion can host a lot of people and it’s hard and serious consideration. to say no.” He suggested as an interim measure From 7pm-11pm, the 80 guests at Plan- in the interest of safety, that a cross- tation participated in a quiz, a raffle and ing point should be established on each an auction. Guests also received one free side of the Canister making it clear to drink included in their ticket price. everyone where pedestrians should cross. The Councillor told the Speaker Altogether, the SPCA raised £1,493 on he wanted to reassure the elderly lady the night. that he will urge his honourable col- The money will go toward Roddy league the Chairman of ENRC to give Young’s efforts to build accommoda- the proposal of demarcating two cross- tion for pets; as the island currently ing points urgent consideration. He had has no facilities for this, SPCA members with him a hard copy of the proposal for the Chairman and will give one to the have been taking animals into their own elderly lady. homes. For instance, Angelo and part- We will have to witness what actually ner Szymon Kalwat, who have been SPCA happens – but will this public gesture members since 2015, recently took two apply additional pressure? It could work. dogs and three cats into their home. Tony Green said there are many, many Angelo said Roddy’s animal accommo- big issues that need to be addressed by the new council. He thought that “be- dation hopes to house pets whose owners cause we don’t have the wisdom of ev- have gone on holiday, as well as “unin- erybody,” there should be a medium for tentionally abandoned animals.” crystallizing those ideas. And wondered The quiz night, understandably, began whether “some sort of debating forum, with the 10-round quiz. Sharron Wade where Members (those interested) and and Alan Bennett, who used to run the in- dence Manager Debbie Stroud. item for £260. other stakeholders could sit round a table and debate all these wider issues, famous RMS quizzes, were the quiz mas- “People have a lot of fun,” Angelo After the auction, Debbie announced would help us to more-fully understand ters of the night. They questioned and said. “Debbie’s auctions are now greatly the results of the quiz from last place to the issues that we face.” This, he said joked their way through 10 five-question awaited because she is so entertaining.” first. would not replace the Council’s obliga- rounds and one “picture” round. The crowd at Plantation was lively Third place went to the team that called tion to provide information sessions and During the question rounds, guests throughout the night, and especially themselves The Naughty Corner. Debbie consultation sessions. “I merely refer to found out what type of feet a tortoise during Debbie’s energy-filled auction; then asked the two leading teams who another forum where it may be possible to get a better understanding before we has (clawed), and what type of animal but as one attendee described as “typi- they thought won; the Governor, whose (Councillors) make a decision, but it a Wessex Saddleback is (a pig). During cal St Helena,” the loudest cheers arose table had won most things throughout would not be for us to waver from our the photo round, guests had to identify when a gift basket, which included on- the night, raised her hand. normal obligations for consultation.” places/building on St Helena, flags of the ions and fresh eggs, went up for auction. In response, Debbie said “You should be This wouldn’t be a completely new world and famous actors/actresses. The gift basket – which was donated by Number 1 always, Madam, but unfortu- way of doing things. There was a Debat- In between rounds, Angelo and Szy- Roddy and included fresh eggs, shallots, nately tonight you’re number two.” ing Society previously for this purpose. But I think the idea does have merit and mon led the raffle. Thirty-seven items/ carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumber The Governor’s team, Dog’s Dinner, would urge that it is reintroduced. baskets, from ornaments to perfumes, and a bottle of Bacardi rum – was auc- came in second while Kids in the Corner to pamper hampers to Rose & Crown tioned off for £110 to Suzy and Mike. came in first. South Atlantic Media Services, Ltd., vouchers, were raffled off throughout the The second item on auction, which Deb- “I’d like to thank the community for The Media Centre, Castle Gardens, night. Governor Lisa Phillips and Detec- bie jokingly offered up account transfers their support, and we look forward to Jamestown, St Helena, South Atlantic tive Inspector Dave Honan won most of for, was “a four-course dinner for four the next SPCA quiz,” Angelo said. “There the prizes. people, including overnight stay with the may be one early in the year, just because Ocean, STHL 1ZZ. Tel: 22727 One of the last events of the evening Governor and the ‘master,’ at Planta- we realise this is quite a nice fundraiser E: [email protected], W: www.sams.sh was the auction, led by Plantation Resi- tion House.” Adele McMahon bought this people look forward to.” 6 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 7 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA SNIPPETS

Now that the 2017 Gotland Natwest Island Games and the Bahamas Commonwealth Youth Games are It’s been 2 years over and team selection for the next year’s Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast is only weeks away, The National Amateur Sports Association of St Helena (NASAS) has turned their attention to the up and coming games, which are the Natwest Island Games in Gibraltar 2019 and the Commonwealth Sure Celebrates Mobile Services Youth Games in Northern Ireland 2021. Donna Crowie, SAMS There are currently athletes in training for these games but we would like to invite anyone including St Helenians living abroad who has aspirations to represent St Helena on the international stage, to register through your club with NASAS Office Assistant on email [email protected] or telephone Sept. 18 marked another milestone for Sure, as it celebrated its second year of +290 22820. Alternately you can register on email [email protected] providing mobile phone service to St Helena. Persons interested in competing for St Helena at the Natwest Island Games in Gibraltar are asked to From Sept. 18-Sept. 23, Sure celebrated the anniversary with its customers by register by the 28th October 2017 as we need to complete our Provisional Sports Entries Form by the offering a red tag sale, mobile clinic and competitions. 30th October 2017 The jam-packed week started on Monday with the red tag sale, which lasts until Athletes on St Helena are also invited to join the following clubs: Athletics Club contact Nick/Tina Saturday. Also on Monday, the Supervisor of the Contact Support Centre hosted a 22034 or [email protected]; Badminton Wendy Benjamin 23043, Shooting Jamestown Rifle Club mobile clinic to troubleshoot mobile phone issues for customers. Sure also held a Pat Henry 24385, HTH Rifle Club Melvin O’Bey/Carlos Yon, Swimming Johnny/Anne Dillon (Swim- ‘Selfie Competition’ Sept. 8-Sept. 20, and will begin another competition Sept. 21. ming Club will commence once the Swimming Pool is back in operation). “The specials we have planned for this week was organized by one of our Retail and Marketing Service Assistant Penny Bennett,” said Sure’s Senior Retail and Nick Stevens Marketing Service Assistant Kaylee Young. Chairman Sure’s anniversary celebrations run throughout the month of September. National Amateur Sports Association of St Helena “The whole of September, if you sign up for E-billing, you could win yourself an Alcatel mobile handset and a pay-as-you-go SIM which includes a £10 credit,” said Penny Bennett. Sure employees said they are happy to celebrate this month’s landmark MEAT INSPECTIONS with mobile subscribers – especially those who have been with them since the beginning. The Health Directorate would like to advise the pub- “It is our second-year mobile an- lic that the Environmental Health Section will only niversary, so those customers who The Duke of Edinburgh Awards Authority is plan- conduct normal meat inspections on premises other subscribed in 2015, believe it or not, ning to start the 27th round of activities in October than a slaughterhouse - referred to as ‘home slaugh- 2017. you have had your mobile phone ter’ - on Tuesdays, starting from 3 October 2017 until and your service for two years,” said If you’re between the age of 14 and 24 and in- further notice. This is to ensure the service runs ef- Kaylee. terested in gaining an internationally recognised ficiently. The Sentinel asked Sure how many award then we want to hear from you! cell phone subscribers they have, but Any inconvenience caused is very much regretted. Please contact any of the following committee #StHelena #EnvironmentalHealth #MeatInspections Sure said they could not answer as members by no later than Friday 29th September #HomeSlaughter the information was “commercially 2017: sensitive.” Noleen Stevens (24333), https://www.facebook.com/StHelenaGovt/ Emerald Newman (22705), https://twitter.com/StHelenaGovt Sally Hickling (24210) Annalene Young (22052 or 24290) SHG Nigel Benjamin (23043 19 September 2017

The Sankofa line in G-Unique – a wearable piece of history. Celebrating 2 years of mobile service 8 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 9 NOTICE BOARD LEGCO REVIEW Food, Flights and Family Needs Vacancy - Tourism Officer St Helena Tourism is seeking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced individual to work within the Tourism team and Busy second meeting of Legislative Council with the wider Economic Development Group. Andrew Turner, SAMS The successful person will be responsible, as part of the Tourism team, for providing excellent customer service to visitors, maintaining a good working relationship with clients and stakeholders. They must also be capable of safely moving, lifting and transporting of collateral and will be required to take a coordinating role in one or more of the following areas: Can we make our imports cheap-  Product Development; er? How do we stabilise our economy  Itineraries and Tour packages; and air access? Will more be done to  Information Management; solve the housing crisis?  Standards; All this and more was discussed at  Visitor Experience; the second meeting of the new Leg-  Marketing and Events. islative Council Sept. 15. During the meeting, the Law Revi- A copy of the Terms of Reference and an application form can be obtained via email or collected from the Tourist Office or sions bill was presented as well as 10 Enterprise St Helena Reception. Completed application forms should be submitted to the Tourism Office Manager, The questions for oral response and two for written reply. Canister, Jamestown by no later than 1200 hrs. GMT on Monday 25 September 2017. There were three other motions to discuss sourcing of goods off-island, For further information please contact: Government landlord housing and recycling on St Helena. Tourism Office Manager, Helena Bennett on telephone number 22158 or Councillor (Cllr) Derek Thomas email on [email protected] made a motion that would see the St Helena Government (SHG) research the possibility of sending the MV taken place, such as bins that have a ress and Prosperity.” Helena off to either Namibia or Bra- separate compartment for glass and The issue of road safety was also The Economic Development Group | Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill zil to attempt to find cheaper sources private-sector involvement in using raised by Cllr Leo during the Ad- Tel: +290 22920 | Fax: +290 22166 | Email: [email protected] for goods than can currently be found such glass for building purposes: But journment Debate. in South Africa. these are only scratching the sur- “A senior citizen asked me if a ze- The motion was unanimously sup- face of what could be an important bra crossing can be provided near ported by all elected members. money-saver, and modest money- the Canister in Jamestown,” he said. Following that, a motion was made maker, for St Helena.” “According to my observations, a by Cllr Dr Corinda Essex to say that The motion received full support fully-fledged zebra crossing in such VACANCY - OFFICE MANAGER (fixed-term to June 2018) “this House resolves that urgent ac- from members and passed through an area will first require lengthy tion should be taken to utilise the the House with no objections. and serious consideration as to the funding available for the construc- The meeting finished with the cus- practicalities in the interests of both Would you like to be a part of a small, but dynamic team taking responsibility for the running of all support and office manage- tion of Government landlord housing tomary adjournment debate, which pedestrian and vehicular activity. ment functions? units in order to reduce the number saw councillors offer support for the However, as an interim measure in If so, then your professionalism, initiative and office skills will be welcomed in the Airport Directorate as the Office Manager. of persons facing serious housing victims of Hurricane Irma, discuss the interest of safety, I would sug- Responsible to the Airport Director, the Office Manager will be overall responsible for the administration, finance, human re- problems.” issues with the Airport and thank of- gest two crossing points be appro- sources and procurement functions to ensure effective delivery of the Directorate’s targets. Again, this motion received the full ficials for the induction package that priately established to each side of support of elected members and was was offered to new members. the Canister; and make it clear to Essential requirements for the role are: passed through the House. everyone that pedestrians cross here, The last motion of the meeting was “St Helenians are and motorists would know they have • GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or equivalent also tabled by Cllr Essex, and was en- deeply disappointed to take this into account.” • At least 5 years’ experience at middle management level titled “That this House resolves that with the major fail- Councillor Russell Yon, in his con- • Excellent financial and people management skills prompt action be taken to develop a tribution to the adjournment debate, • Good IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Applications consolidated overarching policy re- ures of the airport and raised the issue of high food prices. lating to recycling on St Helena and the air access develop- “Every day we enter the shops we Salary for the post is at Grade E commencing at £14,138 per annum. prepare the necessary legislation to have to look at prices, they are not ment,” Cllr Cyril Leo If you are interested and would like to come and have a chat about the position, please contact Miss Janet Lawrence, Airport support it.” increasing by pennies but by fifty Director on telephone number 22477 or email [email protected] “We are all aware of the increased said. pence and pounds,” he said. “If we financial pressure that St Helena is “Major mistakes, that could have find it hard to accommodate these A full job description and application form can be obtained from the Airport Directorate, situated on the 1st floor, Post Office experiencing, and although econom- been easily avoided, were made by prices then for one moment think Building or email [email protected] for an electronic copy. Completed application forms should be ic growth is expected to follow the civil servants of the United King- of those who are less fortunate then submitted to Clare O’Dean, Office Manager by no later than 4pm Monday, 2nd October 2017 introduction of commercial flights, dom’s Department for International we are. The systems in place to sup- SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual ori- this will not happen overnight,” she Development. However, thanks to port most in this category is not entation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. said. “Consequently, there is a sig- the UK taxpayers and the UK gov- working sufficiently and should it All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview. nificant need to reduce costs wher- ernment, St Helenians still have an be revamped, please don’t look at ever possible and establish sustain- unprecedented opportunity to strive situations where we take it back for Airport Directorate 18 September 2017 able activities to reflect best practice. for the Progress and Prosperity as something else by raising prices. We It is pleasing to note that some ac- promised in the UK’s 1999 White are continuously creating problems, tions to boost recycling have already Paper entitled Partnership for Prog- not solving them.” 10 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 11 LEGCO REVIEW LEGCO REVIEW Frustrated Councillor Slams Safeguarding Directorate in Adjournment Debate – Formal LegCo – 15 January 2017 Public Meeting Cllr Cyril Leo, Contributed

“Making Ends Meet charity is not a safety net for Government” “Mr Speaker, Yes, St Helenians are deeply disappointed with the major fail- Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS ures of the airport and the air access de- velopment. Major mistakes, that could have been easily avoided, were made by In the adjournment debate at the For- civil servants of the United Kingdom’s De- I partment for International Development. mal LegCo meeting Sept. 15, Cllr Brian However, thanks to the UK taxpayers and Isaac told the Speaker he was very dis- the UK government, St Helenians still have appointed (the day before) with the at- an unprecedented opportunity to strive for titude shown by the Safeguarding Direc- the Progress and Prosperity as promised in torate. He was seeking financial support the UK’s 1999 White Paper entitled Part- for someone who has “fallen through nership for Progress and Prosperity. the safety net” because of the effect the Mr Speaker, Article 73 of the United Na- Household Allowance had on them. tions Charter places on the UK Govern- Cllr Isaac was Chairman of the Social ment an obligation to promote to the ut- most the wellbeing of the inhabitants of St and Community Development Commit- Helena. The United Nations Charter states tee when the council dissolved on May that the UK Government must ensure po- 20, 2017. He said an official told him, litical, economic, social, and educational “They can go to Making Ends Meet. Per- advancement, and that it must also pro- haps they can help.” ing the Making Ends Meet Charity as a keep her. mote constructive measures of develop- Cllr Isaac didn’t see Making Ends Meet safety net. He said the “go to Making Cllr Isaac said the lady was crying to ment. as support for when government policies Ends Meet; they will give you £10.00; him for help. “I cannot let this slide,” he The facilities and infrastructure develop- fall by the wayside. “And they are not the don’t come back to us,” the attitude is said. He would be speaking with the cur- ment of St Helena is in desperate need of core support for Government when peo- very sad. He also told about some fi- rent Chairman of the Social and Com- further funding to enable sustained prog- ress. There are growing concerns that the ple struggle with financial income,” he nancial assistance he was able to secure munity Development Committee about UK Government will actually reduce the said, and thought that sending people to (that day) for “someone who has noth- the attitude he perceived from Safe- funding that is critical to drive the essen- Making Ends Meet is inappropriate. ing,” and lives in a home with her son guarding. And the Acting Chief Secretary tial requirements and objectives. Thereby, According to Mr Isaac, SHG are see- who has two kids, and is expected to also said she would look into the matter. the failure by DFID to provide adequate funding will undermine and curtail Coun- cillors efforts to make any real progress on behalf of the people of St Helena. If this Motion Approved for Sourcing Goods from proves to be the case, then the UK Gov- ernment may well insist that we work to- wards St Helena becoming economically other Destinations self-sufficient, but in reality that objec- tive will prove unrealistic and therefore unattainable. Since the recent general people of St Helena. struggling with the high cost of living on election, I know Elected Members are de- And I quote: I have heard a lot about this St Helena, struggling with the growing Could Walvis Bay or Brazil be the alternative to South Africa? termined to work towards a better future Island from the Queen, so I am very hap- costs of fuel and utilities and struggling Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS for all St Helenians, but without additional py to be here, and I am looking forward with the rapid price increases for items adequate support and financial assistance to seeing as much as possible in one short that are essential to sustaining human life. from the United Kingdom, our efforts will day. Mr Speaker: My last statement is on an be largely ineffective. I am very concerned to learn that your item that elected members can have full At the Formal LegCo Meeting Sept. 15, However, Mr Speaker, as a people, we flax industry is having grave difficulties. control over. A senior citizen asked me Elected Members approved a motion by must remain positive and find ways of But whatever happens, no island commu- if a zebra crossing can be provided near Councillor Derek Thomas that in view of overcoming the obstacles and the barriers nity can rest easy with all its eggs in one the Canister in Jamestown. According to the costs of sourcing goods from South that currently have direct control over the basket or if it is entirely dependent on the my observations, a fully-fledged zebra Africa, options for sourcing goods from pace of our progress on St Helena. outside world. I am happy to learn, there- crossing in such an area will first require To help avoid future setbacks, failures fore, that your Government, with the help lengthy and serious consideration as to other destinations such as Walvis Bay or and frustrations as we attempt to move of the Government back home, is working the practicalities in the interests of both Brazil should be considered. forward, it would be prudent to find more hard to find a variety of activities suitable pedestrian and vehicular activity. How- In his exposition, Cllr Thomas said that ways of attracting inward business in- for St Helena. I hope their efforts will be ever, as an interim measure in the inter- St Helena is facing a critical time because terests and financial investment that will successful and I can assure you that The est of safety, I would suggest two crossing of the rising cost of imported goods. have a positive sustained impact on St Queen and I will watch your progress with points be appropriately established to each “In view of the unfavourable rand ex- Helena’s economy. I would therefore en- interest and sympathy. I wish you all good side of the Canister. And make it clear to change it would be cheaper to source cer- courage St Helena to produce a suitable luck and good fortune for the future. everyone that pedestrians cross here, and tain goods from Namibia or even South promotional package for each of the 193 Philip motorist would know they have to take America,” he said. sovereign member states of the United 22 January 1957 Unquote. this into account. Nations. Mr Speaker, here we are today, 60 years Mr Speaker: The elderly lady rested He said he appreciated the challenges goods would extend beyond those that stances in South Africa are changing rap- Mr Speaker, under the heading “Links on, and St Helenians are, more than ever, her little hand on mine and gently asked: if Walvis Bay was established as a hub, Namibia could supply, and in relation to idly and it is a good time for considering with the Wider World”, the UK’s 2012 relying on the St Helena Government, “Lovie, are we going to wait for a serious because transhipped cargo from the UK South Africa some goods would be much other options. White Paper entitled Security, Success and the Government of the United Kingdom accident to happen first?” would need to continue and the most ef- cheaper. He reasoned it might be ben- Moving forward, it would be neces- Sustainability encourages St Helena to and in particular DFID Civil Servants to I would like to reassure her that I will ficient route would be via Cape Town. But eficial if occasional calls were made to sary for importers to establish links with pursue a direct link with the United Na- maintain a mature, focused and affective urge my Honourable colleague, the Chair- he also said it should be possible for MV South America for some of the island’s agencies, possibly with the support of tions. working relationship and partnership that man of the ENRC, Concillor Yon, to give Helena to makes calls at Namibia without essential goods. Enterprise St Helena. Cllr Thomas said If you will allow me, Mr Speaker, I will will deliver comprehensive progress and the proposal of demarcating two crossing the time spans for calling at St Helena The sentiments expressed by Cllr that he would be quite happy to estab- close this statement by using the words of prosperity for all the people of St Helena. points urgent consideration. having to be extended. a member of our Royal Family. Many St Especially for those St Helenians who are I have here a hard copy of the proposal Thomas were well-supported and Mem- lish a working group with development Helenians will probably be hearing these currently struggling to survive on or be- for Councillor Yon, and I will also deliver a He said South America would repre- bers who spoke added their own concerns agencies for carrying out research and words for the first time, because they were low the breadline through no fault of their hard copy to the elderly lady. sent greater challenges, but the range of and hopes. It was agreed that circum- considering available options. not born when the letter was written to the own. St Helenians who are desperately Thank you Mr Speaker.” 12 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 13

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14 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 15 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE ST HELENA SNIPPETS Women’s Corona Society Are St Helenians only worth 1/3 “We have lots of fun fundraising” of what a UK citizen is worth? Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS SHG appeals Supreme Court judgment in UK Andrew Turner, SAMS The Women’s Corona Society was formed in St Helena in 1953. It is a very old Branch of the Corona Worldwide, which was founded in England in 1950, and is one of the oldest of the 45 regis- The UK Court of Appeal on Mon- tered charities on St Helena. day, Sept. 18 heard a case regarding St Helena Government officials that two St Helenians. were posted here as part of the Colonial The appeal saw Attorney General Service started the Corona, and initially it was strictly for their wives to get to- Angelo Berbotto, on behalf of the St gether on a monthly basis. A select few Helena Government (SHG), appeal- wives of senior local officials in govern- ing the amount of damages to be ment were invited, and meetings were paid to two St Helenian women who held in Wellington House. They organ- were sterilised, without consent, by ised activities that were “entertaining, Dr DuToit whilst he was practicing at instructional and educational.” As membership grew over time, fund- the General Hospital in Jamestown in raising (Corona’s main objective) started 2012. for benefitting the St Helena community The appeal was heard in London, as a whole and money raised would go with the proceedings broadcast live toward different aspects of the island. introduce a senior citizens party for ena was more specific to the island. The via a video link to the Court House Starting off with various activities, the Christmas along with a £10.00 voucher. first contest took place in the Jamestown in Jamestown. The appeal lasted five main focus was preparing for an annual The first took place in 1964 in the James- Community Centre in 1975, and was won fete at the end of the year. Bringing all of town Community Centre, and because of by Joan Thomas of Jamestown. hours, and approximately 15 people their skills together they crocheted, knit- transport constraints only Jamestown Another first – and it is very likely this sat in the Court House, including ted, sewed clothes and toys, made cakes residents were invited. But people are in- successful fundraiser will remain for several members of the public and and confectionaries etc. People did what- vited from all districts now. “This is not quite some time – is the 200 Club. The legal professionals. The Attorney ever they could and their produce was considered a handout, but a gift from our first 200 tickets were sold for £6 each. General and Governor Lisa Phillips sold at various stalls, which also included heart,” Hazel said. Half of the £1,200 went towards Corona sat up front by the TV screens. vegetables and fruit. It seems the Corona can lay claim to a funds and the other half was for prizes: The current President, Joan (Patsy) number of “firsts” in fundraising ideas. £25, £15 and £10. The draw takes place at Flagg, was invited to join in 1965 – mak- A young member was very keen to try the end of each month at Corona monthly The original case: ing her, now, the longest-serving mem- “efforts with a difference” and came meetings. Back in February 2017, when the ber. Hazel Stevens was introduced to Co- up with a sponsored wheelbarrow race, The latest first is “Sponsored Busy case was first heard, Chief Justice rona by the late Martha George and Grace which turned out to be great fun and Hands” at “Harlyn” every other year Judge Charles Eakins had used the only 1/3 of the value of a UK citizen. Economic development again came Reynolds in the late 1970s. Hazel has also well-appre- since 2003, UK standard when deciding how In previous cases where UK stan- up as a factor because of the rate at been President. ciated by the “The first event saw people wheeled when it started. This past week, SAMS joined these public. Co- Participants much to award the two St Helenian dards were applied, the judge at the which local wages were rising. The long-serving members at Patsy’s resi- rona mem- in wheelbarrows down Main Street have to keep women in damages; the combined time did reduce the amount of award- barrister argued that this rise must dence, “Harlyn” in Half Tree Hollow, to bers, as well from the Bridge to the Mule Yard, their hands busy amount of damages added up to ed damages to take into account the also be taken into account when find out more about the Corona Society’s as members for up to two about £563,000. wage difference between the UK and awarding damages. voluntary work. of the public, and hard hats were worn for safety.” hours in their At the time, SHG had calculated the island. However, the barrister of There is a constitution with aims and could partic- chosen activity. that the damages should have been the two St Helenians, during the ap- The decision: objectives. And instead of the member- ipate. The first event saw people wheeled The next Busy Hands will take place Oct. ship being just wives of men who are in in wheelbarrows down Main Street from 4, 2017. reduced by two thirds of the UK val- peal, argued that although this case It is expected that a judgment for Government, or wives themselves who the Bridge to the Mule Yard, and hard A highlight for the Corona was the visit ue, because average wages on the is- did not comply with “the previous the case will be forthcoming within are part of Government, people from all hats were worn for safety. Subsequent of the Worldwide Chairman Pam Cowen land were, at the time, calculated as precedent,” it was the right time and the next month to decide if damages walks of life in the St Helena community, sponsored wheelbarrow races were held to St Helena for about a week. She was being three times lower than that of method to set a new precedent: This will be reduced for the victims. including visitors, are welcomed; so long at the sea front. very impressed with the voluntary work the UK. is because the last case was in 1999, The third of the damages that has as they are happy to abide by the rules. Then there was the “mile of coins” the St Helena branch does. They also do- During the Supreme Court delib- before the restoration of British Citi- not been disputed has already been The Corona is non-political and non- where on Saturday mornings people were nated one of the benches outside of the religious. There are lots of close links encouraged to place a coin (or coins) in a Canister, Jamestown and the “Princess erations, Judge Eakins had disagreed zenship for Saints in 2002. paid to the victims, but it remains to between the members, and they think row along the pavement from outside of Royal Community Care Centre” sign at with the calculations and awarded The barrister representing the two be seen if they will receive the re- of themselves as a family, “thoroughly the late Mrs Eva Benjamin’s shop down Ladder Hill. the full UK value. He said it would women, also said that in today’s time maining two thirds. enjoying” the time they spend together to St James Church. It is also possible “But it is not all work,” Patsy and Hazel be “discriminatory” to use anything no other Overseas Territory uses With Dr DuToit’s disappearance volunteering. that the Corona was first to introduce agreed. “We have lots of fun while fund- other than the UK standard. wages as the only method of mea- soon after the incident, it seems Things have changed somewhat over coffee mornings, which take place 2-3 raising.” suring the value of damages between unlikely that any criminal charges the years. For a while, around Christmas times a year. There are approximately 18 active time the society provided 144 food par- Certainly they were first to organise the members currently and one honorary The appeal: different legal jurisdictions. The bar- will ever be brought, despite there cels (with 10 items in each) for the needy. Miss St Helena contests that replaced the member. Away from volunteering they SHG is now appealing the case, and rister also said that Judge Eakins was being an ongoing Police investiga- This meant purchasing 144x10 items, Miss May Queen events they organised get together for fun and laughter with arguing that Judge Eakins misapplied correct in his decision because local tion. Nevertheless, there is a strong wrapping them into parcels and trans- at the Jamestown Community Centre. friends and family twice a year. And the law when awarding damages to expectations and aspirations have hope in the community that SHG, porting across the island. Because trans- Pat Flagg of Jamestown was the entrant there is an annual coffee morning on the two St Helenians. SHG believes a to be taken into account; these were who hired Dr DuToit as Senior Medi- port was limited some of the recipients to be crowned Miss May Queen. Then Founder’s Day in honour of Lady Paskin, reduction in the amount of damages argued to be significantly higher be- cal Officer, will have learnt a lesson were asked if they could arrange collec- someone came up with the idea of a Miss from which the takings from ticket sales, tion. The whole process was very time- St Helena. May Queens were happening together with subscriptions, are sent to should have been made, as they cal- cause of the Airport and the start of and that an incident like this will not consuming, and it was decided to instead elsewhere in the world, and Miss St Hel- Headquarters. culate that a St Helenian is valued at economic development. happen again. 16 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 17 NOTICE BOARD SCHOOL PAGE Harford Primary School

World Tourism Day 2017 presents a unique opportunity to raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable tourism to development among public and private sector decision-makers and the international community, while mobilizing all stakeholders to work together in making tourism a catalyst for positive change. (UNWTO)

St Helena Tourism will be hosting an

Information Day On Wednesday, 27 September 2017 At the St Helena Tourist Office, The Canister From 11am to 3pm

To celebrate World Tourism Day 2017 this information day will centralise around promoting Sustainable Tourism Development on St Helena.

The UN General Assembly declared 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. This is a unique opportunity for all to come together to promote the contribution of travel and tourism as a grand 21st century human activity, to build a better future for people, planet, peace and prosperity (Taleb Rifai, Secretary-General, World Tourism Organization [UNWTO]). ALL ARE WELCOME!

For further information please contact: Juliet Williams, Tourism Officer on telephone 22158 or email [email protected]

The Economic Development Group | Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill Tel: +290 22920 | Fax: +290 22166 | Email: [email protected] 18 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 19 NOTICE BOARD SAMS RADIO 1 SCHEDULE VACANCY – METEOROLOGICAL SCIENTIFIC OBSERVATIONS OFFICER Radio 1 SCHEDULE

The Meteorological section is seeking to recruit a self-motivated person to work on a part-time basis as a Sci- WEDNESDAY entific Observations Officer. This post is a trainee role with the opportunity to becoming full-time in the future. The candidate will initially be required to work 7 hours a day on Thursdays and Fridays with some paid overtime on the weekends. Music The candidate should have GCSE’s in Maths, English and Science at Grade C or above and some experience of 10am - 12 Noon: Music Playlist working in meteorological operations. 12 Noon - 4pm: Music Playlist Salary for the post starts at £3.68 per hour. Please note this schedule is subject to change 7pm: Music Playlist For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Mr Lorimar Bennett, Meteorological Station Manager on telephone number 24422 / 24785 or e-mail [email protected] Presenter Shows Application forms and a job profile are available from Essex House, Jamestown. Application forms should be MONDAY TUESDAY completed and submitted to Miss Karen Thomas, Human Resources Manager or email [email protected]. LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with sh by no later than Wednesday 27 September 2017. Music Music Donna Crowie All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical LIVE 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist 10am - 12 Noon: Music Playlist James Fantom / Barry Francis independently verified. 7pm: Music Playlist 12 Noon - 4pm: Music Playlist SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, Arts & Crafts age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance 7pm: Music Playlist Presenter Shows with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will LIVE 2pm - 4pm: Arts Wednesdays be guaranteed an interview. Presenter Shows LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with with Teeny Lucy Donna Crowie Derek Henry LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with LIVE 12:30pm - 2:30pm: with Lauren Director of Environment and Natural Resources Division Andrew Turner 11 September 2017 Crowie SATURDAY LIVE 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with LIVE 4pm - 5pm: Afternoon Drive with Roxanna Williams / Mic-kail Harris Emma Weaver Music 1pm - 5pm: Music Playlist Chart Shows 7pm: Music Playlist THURSDAY LIVE 5pm - 7pm: Mike Brown Presenter Shows Music LIVE 8am - 1pm: Saturday Show VACANCY - WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES OPERATOR FRIDAY 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist 9pm: Music Playlist Music Genre Shows 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist LIVE 5pm - 7pm: The Soul Show with Presenter Shows 7pm: Music Playlist Lydia The Environment and Natural Resources Directorate is seeking to recruit an individual to work with their Waste Management Services team. LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with Presenter Shows Candidates should have a valid Class C License and be able to demonstrate basic numeracy and literacy skills. Roxanna Williams LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with The salary for the post is at Grade B commencing at £6,722 per annum. 12:30pm - 2:30pm: with Mic-kail LIVE Mic-kail Harris SUNDAY For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Mr Mike Durnford, Environmental Risk Harris LIVE 11am - 12pm: Behind The Music Manager on Tel No: 24724 or e-mail: [email protected] 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with Music Application forms and Job profiles are available from Scotland Office or Essex House and should be submitted LIVE with Roxanna Williams Lauren Crowie 2pm- 3:30pm: Music Playlist to the Human Resources Manager, ENRD, Essex House or e-mail: [email protected] by no later than 1pm - 3pm: Free for Sale Friday LIVE 6pm - 7pm: Music Playlist Wednesday 27 September 2017. Golden Oldies with Lauren Crowie/Mic-kail Harris All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical LIVE 7pm - 9pm: My Generation Show 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form LIVE Presenter Shows with Stuart Moors independently verified. Andrew Turner SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, LIVE 8am - 1pm: Sunday Show age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will Chart Shows be guaranteed an interview. Streaming Live On: LIVE 3:30pm - 6pm: Mike Brown Derek Henry Director of Environment and Natural Resources 11 September 2017 102.7MHz, 90.5MHz, 105.1MHz, 105.3MHz Would you like to be a Volunteer Radio Local News Everday At: Presenter for SAMS 7am, 10am, 12 Noon, 5pm, 7pm, 10pm and 3am Radio 1 call 22727 20 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 21 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA SNIPPETS

- One Call Away

would

mobile, Safeguarding launches domestic violence helpline

Andrew Turner, SAMS at any time: any at

on their private private on their The Safeguarding Directorate has launched the Safe Haven Emotional Sup-

port and Counselling Helpline. This is the

extremely grateful if if grateful extremely first helpline of its kind on the island. This helpline aims to assist people who assistance are victims or witnesses of domestic vio- lence, which includes physical, psycho- logical, emotional/verbal, financial and

or billinghave queries sexual abuse.

“This helpline is a new thing that we are introducing to try and help individuals 2) who are suffering from domestic abuse at home, and are perhaps too frightened to make a formal referral to us at the office at service, service,

Brick House,” said Domestic Abuse Sup- , port Worker Sophie George. Sophie said people often think domes- tic abuse is only suffered by women, but

understanding. Safeguarding wants to make it clear this is not the case. Although the Safe Haven is dren’s Services received 34 referrals di- interest of the client and there are no fur- currently only capable of housing women, rectly related to domestic abuse. ther risks and concerns raised from infor- who are experiencing difficulties with the with the difficulties experiencing who are the following numbers for for numbers the following the helpline and Safeguarding service in “The helpline will run every day of the mation received. With all support services general also supports men suffering do- week from 8am-9pm, and from 9pm when provided, the client’s safety and protection

call we leave there will be an answering ma- is in staff’s best interest.”

mestic abuse. “It is our role to try and help those who chine where we would ask the individuals Staff will be able to either offer advice, to leave their number so we can get back or offer a variety of programmes that are

experience domestic abuse on the island, and we hope that the introduction of the to them within a 24-hour period,” Sophie aimed at assisting victims of abuse and ree Fault Line (121) Line Fault ree Please kindly refrain from calling staff at home staff at home calling from refrain kindly assistance. for numbers telephone Free Mobile Customer Services Line (111) Line Services Customer Mobile Free F operation and operation internet or or internet other any Operator Services on (2222 our technical and willbe logged queries Your and faults convenience. earliest their you at contact will teams support co their for advance in customers thank to like We would Sure South Atlantic Limited would be would be Limited Atlantic South Sure customers Or hours. working normal during (24000) Helpline Internet helpline will encourage both men and said. helping them move on from unhealthy re- women to talk about what is happening If you are interested in knowing more lationships. to them within their households,” Sophie about domestic violence or if you are victim The helpline has also been extended to said. “These referrals have come from the of abuse, you can contact the helpline on cover Tristan da Cunha. If any of the Safe Police, Adult or Children’s Services or even 25656. You can also contact sh.referrals@ Haven staff receive a call from Tristan, self-referrals.” sainthelena.gov.sh. they can offer advice and, if the person The Police recorded 51 incidents of do- Privacy is of key concern to the Safe Ha- wants them to, they can communicate VACANCY – EXECUTIVE MANAGER mestic abuse in the 12 months leading up ven staff. Safeguarding has said that “pri- with the relevant agencies in Tristan to get to 31st March 2017. In 2016/2017, Chil- vacy will be maintained if it is in the best that person support.

The Environment & Natural Resources Directorate is seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to head its An Island Under Siege Support Services team. The candidate should have a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management or equivalent and previous experience working in a senior management role to include management of people, resources, stra- tegic planning and managing change. The Executive Manager will be required to provide effective management, Second book from Michel Martineau’s series on Napoleon leadership and direction for Support Services. Andrew Turner, SAMS Salary for the post starts at Grade E1 (£14,138 per annum). leon’s exile on the legendary island of St. For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Mr Derek Henry, Director on telephone Director of the French Domains of St Helena for the last two centuries. Writing number 22270 (e-mail [email protected]). Helena, Michel Dancoisne Martineau, has the next 10 volumes, I will use research Application forms and a job profile are available from Essex House, Jamestown. Application forms should be released the second book in his 12-volume from the “St. Helena Factory,” the “Lowe series on Napoleon. papers” and many other sources in Brazil, completed and submitted to Miss Karen Thomas, Human Resources Manager or email [email protected]. Volume 2, entitled Saint Helena, an is- South Africa, th UK and France as well as sh by no later than Wednesday 27th September 2017. land under siege (15 to 17 October 1815), other published diaries and documents.” All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical covers the question of why St Helena was Early chapters of the book feature de- check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form chosen to hold Napoleon as prisoner. It scriptions, in full detail, of the character- independently verified. also paints a picture of the island (in the istics of the island as described by people SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, 19th century), which was to be Napoleon’s at the time, with particular note taken of home until his death on May 5, 1821. the organisation of the island and its re- age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance Michel wrote the book using archive sources. with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will material, some of which had never before In later chapters, the book deals with be guaranteed an interview. been published. the complicated and expensive “setting- “This is the second book of a series of up” period, when St Helena had to learn Derek Henry 12,” Michel said. “The first two volumes to deal with having Napoleon as a prisoner Director of Environment and Natural Resources Division could not have been written without the and accommodating him and his generals. support of the St. Helena Government Ar- This book is part of the collector’s series 11 September 2017 chives Department. It is there that I found of 12 volumes, entitled Napoleon and Saint all the material to factually rebuff all the Helena, the reef of an Empire. Each vol- propaganda and other false information, ume in the series will be printed in a lim- which so polluted the subject of Napo- ited edition of 1,000 copies. 22 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 23 FAITH MATTERS ST HELENA SNIPPETS for forgiveness. Because he offended DIOCESE OF SAINT HELENA a common man let him go and seek FaithMatters forgiveness from the common man.’ The Cathedral Parish of St Paul Keeping it Crafty FATHER DALE BOWERS How many times do we treat people Sunday 24 September 25th Sunday of the Year differently because of their social sta- 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral Wanda Isaac making sling bags, 11.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist/Parade St Andrew tus in our community, but fail to offer 11.15 a.m. Sung Eucharist St Helena & The Cross knitted whale sharks One day in Poland an elderly that same treatment to the ordinary 5.30 p.m. Choral Evensong Cathedral Andrew Turner, SAMS rabbi boarded a train to get home person in our community? to Warsaw. In the com- partment Thursday 28 September Wanda Isaac from Abiwans Tai- that he was sitting in there were Notices for the ROCK this 10.00 a.m. Eucharist Arabia loring has released two new products three salesmen who were playing week are as follows: that are for sale at the Arts and Crafts cards. They asked the elderly rabbi Friday 29 September Centre in Jamestown. if he could join then in a game of four Church Service 6.00 p.m. Patronal Festival St Michael The first product is a range of sling which was a lot better than a game At Kingshurst Community bags that Wanda created with her of three. The rabbi said that he had Centre on Sunday 24th September 2017 Sunday 1 October 26h Sunday of the Year daughter Bianca. These bags come in never played cards before in his life so at 11am. 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral a range of colours and feature em- broidered donkeys. decline the offer to play. He also said 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist Cathedral it a go’ and I made one. Then Giselle Cell Groups 3.30 p.m. Eucharist St Peter “I have got this embroidery ma- Richards saw it, and said ‘let’s put it that he wanted to spend some time in Combined cell at Longwood 7pm 27th chine, but I don’t really have the in the Arts and Crafts,’ and they have prayer as he travel home. The three September 2017 The Parish of St James time to get into the embroidery stuff just been flying off the shelves; I just salesmen were very angry that he did Sunday 24 September 25th Sunday of the Year because I do furniture and other tai- can’t make them fast enough.” not join them and started to verbally Saturday 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St James loring,” Wanda said. “So I thought I Wanda said she enjoys making the abuse him. He still refused to play and 23rd September - Special Prayer meet- 6.00 p.m. Youth Songs of Praise St James would get my little girl, and see if she bags and whale sharks, but it is only eventually they put him out of the ing 8am @ Longwood. can do up the embroidery and I’ll just something that can be done in her make them into the bags.” Wednesday 27 September spare time. Although she would like compartment and he had to stand in The second product is hand-knitted 7.30 a.m. Eucharist St James to produce more in order to meet the the corridor of the train for the rest of BAHA’I FAITH whale sharks, which Wanda says are demand, she is kept busy during the the journey. www.sthelenabahai.org selling quickly. day by her tailoring business. When the rabbi got to Warsaw he got Thursday 28 September “My sister-in-law actually got me “We’ve had some great feedback 7.00 p.m. Eucharist with Healing St John this pattern, and I thought that no- off the train and the three salesmen “Knowledge is like unto wings for the be- from it,” Wanda said. “All I can say buy stuff for Christmas presents.” body actually does anything for the at the moment is that I need to buy The Sentinel could not get a photo also got off. The rabbi was greeted by ing, and is a ladder for ascending. To ac- Friday 29 September a large crowd of his followers. One of quire knowledge is incumbent on all, but whale sharks,” Wanda said. “Be- some time and get going faster with of the hand-knitted whale sharks, as 6.00 p.m. Patronal Festival St Michael cause I do crafts, I thought ‘let’s give the salesmen asked, of those sciences which may profit the them, because people are starting to they are currently all sold out. people of the earth, and not such sciences ‘Who is this man’ as begin in mere words, and end in mere Sunday 1 October 26th Sunday of the Year ‘That’s rabbi Solomon, the most re- words.” 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St James Hi All vered rabbi in the whole of Poland,’ Baha’i Scripture 3.30 p.m. Eucharist St Michael came the answer. We the National Amateur Sports Association of St DEVOTIONAL MEETING Parish of St Matthew Upon hearing the answer the sales- BAHA’I CENTRE Helena are pleased to announced that Simon Henry man went to the rabbi and asks for his Sunday 24 September 25th Sunday of the Year Gumwoods 11.15 a.m. Commemoration of battle of Britain is now the holder of a NatWest Island Games re- forgiveness. And to everyone’s sur- 8pm cord. prise rabbi Solomon would not grant THURSDAY EVENINGS St Matthew him forgiveness. How could the most Thursday 26 September holy rabbi in Poland refuse to give ALL ARE WELCOME This year in Gotland, Simon won Gold in the 50m Telephone 24525 or 24342 7.00 p.m. Eucharist St Mark 3-Position Small-Bore Rifle event, with a record this salesman the forgiveness that he www.sthelenabahai.org asked for, especially as he was a most, Friday 29 September score of 430 points – beating the old record of 423.1. holy, gentle and caring person? Sure- 6.00 p.m. Patronal Festival St Michael ly a holy man such as rabbi Solomon All at NASAS are really proud of what Simon has should forgive? So they asked him, Sunday 1 October 26th Sunday of the Year achieved at various NatWest Island Games, and to seventh day adventist church 11.15 a.m. Sung Eucharist St Mark ‘When someone who has offended Saturday 23 September 2017 now hold a record is a remarkable accomplishment. us asks for forgiveness, should we not 0915 – 1000 Sabbath School Programme forgive him?’ 1000 – 1045 Group Bible Study I spoke with Simon this morning, and he said he ‘Yes’ the rabbi replied. 1100 – 1200 Divine Service 1400 – 1500 Family Life Programme is proud to have been able to smash the old re- ‘Well then why didn’t you forgive cord and is now looking forward to Gibraltar 2019, that man?’ Wednesday 27 September 2017 where he hopes to better his score. ‘Well I cannot forgive him because I 1930 – 2030 Prayer Meeting am a rabbi. He needs to ask forgive- ness of the common man who he of- All are Welcome Regards, fended on the train. It was only be- For further information contact: cause he found out who I am that he Pastor Paul Millin Tel No 22267 Nick Stevens was moved to seek forgiveness, but as Chairman long as my identity was that of a com- Many thanks & regards NASAS mon man he would not have asked Jackie Moyce 24 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 25 NOTICE BOARD CONTRIBUTED ARTICLE Homegoing: St Helena Today

Emma Dee, Contributed

ASCENSION ISLAND GOVERNMENT (SOUTH ATLANTIC) Director of Conservation and Fisheries (Package up to £62,500) Last week we saw that many (Two-year fixed term contract) Liberated Africans embraced their new identities as Saints. It seems Amazing opportunity to drive forward marine and terrestrial conservation on Ascension Island likely that, perhaps as a result of being kidnapped from West Africa, Ascension is a small volcanic island situated in the sub-tropical South Atlantic with a warm stable climate (26- these individuals became a differ- 34°C), excellent beaches and unique biodiversity. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our future ent and unique people whose DNA, success and to be part of a welcoming and friendly island community. hopes and dreams still exist in the people of St Helena today. We are looking for a Director of Conservation and Fisheries to join our team and ensure the delivery of high But this doesn’t mean the Lib- quality terrestrial and marine conservation and research on Ascension. You will be responsible for leading the erated Africans forgot their roots. department to achieve the objectives of the National Biodiversity Action Plan and Scientific roadmap towards Many of the bodies unearthed in an Ascension Marine Protected Area (MPA), as well as managing the commercial fishery in the Ascension Rupert’s Valley were found to have Exclusive Economic Zone (EFZ). Much of the team’s work is externally funded and you will therefore also be been buried with material links to responsible for delivering the requirements of these grant funded projects. their former lives. When the West Shells and beads found with Africans were kidnapped, they the Rupert’s Valley remains. We are offering a salary of £42,500, on a two year accompanied status contract with the following benefits were stripped of their clothes, pos- worth up to £20,000 (dependent upon single or accompanied status): sessions and weapons; yet some of  Food allowance (£3028 or £6054) the people in Rupert’s Valley were found with the remains of jewellery  One mid-contract return journey to the country of recruitment/residence beside them. Clay, shell, sea glass  Rent free housing, with electricity and water allowances and bone beads all suggest these  Fully expensed company car people clung to the cultures and  Free primary medical and dental care identities they were snatched away remains in Rupert’s, deny them However, this is unfortunately  A bonus payment on successful completion of each 2 year contract. from. their humanity and forget they are not the case Island-wide. After People have for millennia been part of our fam- all, the distur- To be successful, you will need: using jewellery as a way to show ily trees, we lose “Giselle said the jewellery line bance of 2008  A PhD or significant relevant experience in applied conservation or a fisheries related subject. personality. One person who saw a big part of our- of the remains the use of jewellery as a ‘tangible selves. also brought up a larger ques- in Rupert’s was  Proven experience / good understanding of management principles, techniques and regulatory tion; what makes a Saint?” procedures for fisheries and terrestrial and marine conservation. connection’ to the remains in Ru- Similarly, the not the first pert’s was Giselle Richards, found- Sankofa collec- unearthing of  Knowledge of relevant national and international legal requirements and working practices. er and director of the Island-born tion is ‘not just its own island,’ it burials. Maps of St Helena from the  Experience of undertaking financial appraisals, modeling and forecasting. company G-Unique Designs. is part of a bigger global picture; 1800s, such as Mellis’ Trigonomet-  Strong interpersonal skills, and developing partnerships and relationships with stakeholders from Giselle cre- the identity ric Survey of the Island, mark vari- elected officials to NGOs. ated a new “The very fact that each group seems of St Helena ous gravesites in Lemon and Ru-  Demonstrable leadership and management skills. line of jew- to have to ‘reinvent the wheel’ with in the world pert’s Valley – and in 1984, when a ellery for G- as a whole. power plant for the island was be-  Excellent communications skills, including the ability to communicate technical issues to a wide range every publicity flare-up, suggests Unique, to Giselle has ing constructed, several Liberated of audiences. honour and that either the individuals in Ru- many young Africans were disturbed in Rupert’s  Proven experience of policy development, report writing and applying for funding within the public acknowl- pert’s Valley keep being forgotten, Saints in her Valley. Some were reburied outside sector. edge the or there is not much incentive on the company St Paul’s Cathedral in unconse-  A high level of computer literacy. people who part of Government to implement a working on crated ground during a ceremony are part of the Sankofa conducted by Bishop John Ruston. For any further details concerning the post, please contact our current Director of Conservation and Fisheries, St Helena’s constructive plan for the remains.” jewellery Others were left in their disturbed Judith Brown: [email protected] past. The line collection state in Rupert’s Valley. Many were is called ‘Sankofa,’ which in the who are becoming interested in the stored in cleaned-out oil drums For a detailed job description and to apply visit: http://www.ascension-island.gov.ac/working-here Twi language of the Niger-Congo story of the remains. Giselle feels during this time. Researcher Heidi th th Closing date: 13 October 2017 Interviews: 19 October 2017 means ‘go back and get it.’ this is the greatest achievement of Bauer-Clapp, a qualified and spe- Giselle said the jewellery line also the collection. She hopes that it will cialised osteologist who worked on Interviews will be carried out via Skype brought up a larger question; what continue to inspire Saints to take the remains and first arrived on is- makes a Saint? pride in their island and ownership land in 2013, provided a commem- Giselle said that if we ignore the of their history. orative plaque. 26 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 27 CONTRIBUTED ARTICLE NOTICE BOARD As has been frequently pointed out, each “working group” that has campaigned for the remains in Rupert’s Valley, has been attempt- ing to reinvent or solve a problem which some believe has long-since been agreed upon. Each group, from the 1980s to now, was driven by a passion to see the “right thing” done for the individuals in Rupert’s Valley. In 1985, for instance, a Gov- ernor-appointed committee agreed on reburial and a commemorative garden in Rupert’s. The garden was never built. The very fact that St Helena Tourism will be hosting a each group seems to have to ‘rein- vent the wheel’ with every public- ity flare-up, suggests that either the individuals in Rupert’s Valley WORLD TOURISM DAY keep being forgotten, or there is not much incentive on the part of Government to implement a con- COMPETITION structive plan for the remains. Again, there is a risk that if St Helenians fail to ‘go back and get To encourage our younger explorers on it,’ to acknowledge those individu- als in Rupert’s Valley as the Saints St Helena to experience what their island and family that they are, St Helena risks becoming culturally adrift. Jeremy Harris, Director of the Na- has to offer. tional Trust, has likened it to a per- son who forgets the whole of their Categories for the competition are as follows: twenties. Slavery and post-slavery Ages 5 - 7 shaped St Helena from its earli- est days, and are an integral part Draw a picture of your favourite place on St Helena of St Helenian culture and collec- Ages 8 - 11 tive memory. As the island hov- ers on the brink of air access and a Draw a picture of a St Helena Tourism attraction you have visited global stage, to ignore this part of Ages 12 - 16 St Helenian history could be to risk becoming known only as the place Write a short description (maximum 300 words) on a St Helena Tourism where Napoleon died. Attraction or activity you have engaged in. Deadline: 26 September 2017 Join us next week as we consid- Prizes will consist of vouchers and a St Helena Tourism pack. er the current issues surrounding air access and the remains, and Entries will also be displayed at the St Helena Tourist Office and showcased how we can move into a bright through our social media platforms. future by taking account of our collective past. It is with great thanks that the Be a dreamer, Be a traveller, Be an explorer author of these articles acknowl- For further information please contact: edges and appreciates the in- Kimberley Peters, Marketing Officer on telephone 22158 or formation provided by Barbara email [email protected] George on this subject.

The Sankofa line in G-Unique The Economic Development Group | Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill – a wearable piece of history. Tel: +290 22920 | Fax: +290 22166 | Email: [email protected] 28 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 29 PHOTO GALLERY PHOTO GALLERY Jamestown – Hidden Beauty Jamestown may be an ever-changing location on the Island, and a popular social hangout, but there is a lot of beauty that can easily be overlooked. Featured here are some of the hidden beauties in Jamestown. Mic-kail Harris, SAMS The first thing holiday- makers and islanders see as they land at the wharf is “Welcome RMS St Helena,” greeting the Royal Mail Ship St Helena.

The original curb stones of Jamestown; there are a lot more underneath the road.

Tourists and islanders will also see “We wel- come you Prince Andrew” on the wall of Shy Road, which greeted Prince Andrew when ar- rived on St Helena in the 1980s. Old engravings in the win- dows of Wellington House are easily missed, but shows unique St Helenian history.

Wonderful sea birds dot Jamestown, one of which is the pure-white Fairy Tern.

The arch over the run underneath Sealess Corner Lane, shows historic architecture and beauty.

Some of the only cobblestone This house, built over pavement in Jamestown’s streets the run, show architec- that has not been paved over. tural beauty. 30 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 31 NOTICE BOARD CONTRIBUTED ARTICLE THE CORDEAUX YEARS – PART 2

Government incompetence leads to two years of mill closures before full production can begin. Uncontrolled flax plantings including clearance of endemic plants, the blame for which is heaped on the shoulders of land and mill owners.

ASCENSION ISLAND GOVERNMENT (SOUTH ATLANTIC) Ian Bruce, Contributed Helena’s fibre ranged between £24-28 that this might affect supplies of water Marine/ Fisheries Scientist (2 posts available) per ton, but prices had risen to an aver- due to reduced rainfall. age of over £32 per ton by 1915, by which Only in 1919 was official concern ex- (Package up to £21,700) he government-run flax mill at time some 730 acres of land had been pressed that the flax plantations had T Longwood was supposed to be a model planted with flax. The government and further decreased the island’s capacity to Amazing opportunity to help marine conservation on Ascension Island operation, but had processed all avail- Solomon’s mills exported 395 tons that feed itself. This coincided with a year of able plants within the first two years of year and this increased to 472 tons in food shortages and Governor Cordeaux, Ascension is a small volcanic island situated in the sub-tropical South Atlantic with a warm stable climate (26-34°C), operation 1907-9. It was therefore forced 1916, reflecting the impact of a third mill who had returned from a two-year leave excellent beaches and unique biodiversity. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our future success and to be to close its doors, throwing men and opened in July by large landowners, the of absence, decided to heap all blame for part of a welcoming and friendly island community. women out of work, for eight out of 24 Deason brothers at Hutts Gate. By now, the situation on the landowners: “The months in 1910-11. In those years, only London prices had risen to nearly £49 high prices obtained for fibre have, not We are looking for two Marine/Fisheries Scientists to join our marine science team, helping to deliver the scientific 59.5 and 26.5 tons of fibre were respec- per ton and there were good profits to be unnaturally, stimulated the planting of objectives of the CSSF funding proposal “Promoting greater marine protection around Ascension Island” and the priority tively exported. In desperation, the mill had by mill and landowners. Some 750 flax to an almost reckless degree, to the actions of the “Ascension Island Ocean Sanctuary Scientific Roadmap”. In particular: processed immature leaves but this was acres of land had now been planted. neglect of other forms of agriculture, abandoned when it was proved this could The island was never self-sufficient in with the result that the greater portion 1. Monitoring of population trends in exploited inshore marine fish and invertebrate species through comparison only be done at a loss because it took the food, and 1916 Cordeaux’s annual report of the money brought into the Island by of new and historic data (where available) same time and effort to process each leaf to the Colonial Office contained contra- the flax industry goes out again to pay 2. Conducting applied research into the ecology of exploited inshore species to assist in the development of for an unviable yield. Only when new dictory comments, commenting on the for costly imported foodstuffs, many of management plans and regulations, including for grouper (Epinephelus adscensionis) and spiny lobster plantings reached maturity did opera- progress to expand flax plantations with which or their substitutes could be pro- tions return to normality in 1912 when an expression of concern that good farm- duced locally”. (Panulirus echinatus). 149.5 tons of fibre and tow were pro- ing land was being lost: “[..] the break- In truth, the island government was at 3. Partake in fisheries Patrol/research trips to search for IUU fishing and collect scientific data from the entire duced. Output increased to 219.5 and 347 ing up of fresh ground for that purpose least equally responsible for the situation. Ascension 200nm EEZ tons respectively in 1913 and 1914, aided [of growing flax] will, it is hoped, lead to This rewriting of history was all too suc- 4. Stakeholder engagement and awareness raising of marine conservation and fisheries issues with local by more plantings and the increased pro- greater cultivation of foodstuffs whilst cessful, Philip Gosse following the same fishermen, general public and school children cessing capacity that followed the open- the flax plants are yet young”. This seems attribution of blame, except he went on ing of a privately-run mill at Bamboo to be more an expression of hope than to misquote Cordeaux and suggested the 5. Compliance monitoring (local attitude monitoring) to fisheries management Hedge (Sandy Bay district) in July 1913 by anything, and nothing has been found entire population profited from the war: 6. Delivering the objectives of the scientific roadmap to help provide a scientifically informed Marine Protected Solomon. that shows the government ever followed “Meanwhile, stimulated by the fantastic Area at Ascension Island. Governor Cordeaux strove to further up on this idea of mixing food and flax prices paid for it, the St Helenians grew expand plantations of flax, a policy that plants on the same land. Solomon opened reckless over their planting of flax, and We are offering a salary of £11,700, on a two year single status contract with the following benefits worth up to was relentlessly pursued until the end of their second mill at Broadbottom in April gave up growing anything else. They £10,000: the First World War. Governor Gallwey’s 1917. With four mills now running, fibre made a lot of money, but most of it had to  Allowances: Rent free housing, with electricity and water allowances and a food allowance (£3028) enthusiasm to expand flax plantations exports almost doubled to 742 tons. Pric- be spent buying, at fancy prices, things had known no bound when in a report he es in London were extremely buoyant, to eat which before the flax boom they  One mid-contract return journey to the country of recruitment/residence cited “[..] a gentleman farmer in the Col- standing at an average level of over £81. had grown for themselves”.  Free primary medical and dental care ony, whose opinion was well worth hav- By now, some 900 acres of land had been Gosse should have paid greater atten-  A gratuity payment on successful completion of each 2 year contract. ing, considered that at least 50,000 tons planted with flax. For the first time in the tion to other statements in Cordeaux’s of green leaves could be grown annually island’s history, the value of its exports 1919 report that the cost of living grew To be successful, you will need: at St Helena on certain waste lands that exceeded its imports, a feat that was to at such a rate that “the cost of essential 1. A BSc (Hons) in marine biology or a related subject, or significant relevant experience in this field with a sound were then unproductive”. Even if the fact be repeated in 1918. foodstuffs greatly increased during the that flax grown in poor soil takes longer By 1918, flax plantations year under review, and as there was no knowledge of marine conservation and fisheries biology. than three years to reach maturity is ig- increase in the rate of wages it is dif- 2. A good level of physical fitness and be able to work for short periods at sea. nored, from other figures quoted in his had increased to about ficult to understand how the labouring 3. Must be numerate and computer literate, with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Access, same report Gallwey was here suggesting 1,000 acres of land, re- classes exist.” Again, in 1920, Cordeaux Excel, Word) and statistical procedures (ideally in R). that 15,000 acres be planted with flax. flecting strong demand for commented: “The cost of clothing during 4. Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a small team. Governor Cordeaux continued to pursue the year was also abnormal, many people Gallwey’s enthusiastic approach to ex- island fibre during the war went barefoot who had never done so be- 5. Experience of living and working on conservation issues in small and remote communities and/or on small pand flax plantations, no consideration fore”. This was hardly the image of false islands and having an appreciation of how they run. years. being given to either the island’s ability The statutory power to preserve good prosperity portrayed by Gosse. 6. An advanced SCUBA qualification (PADI Divemaster or equivalent), with significant diving experience (ideally to feed itself or its ecology. Pressure on agricultural land for food production Note: A complete and full referenced 200+ logged dives) is desirable but not essential (dive training is available on island). Note: Ascension Island has landowners to increase their acreage to or to protect vulnerable native endemic version of this article can be read on a flax came not just from the government species was always available to the is- section of the Island Info website, http:// no re-compression chamber so responsible and conservative diving is of paramount importance. but the media too, the St Helena Guard- sainthelenaisland.info/ianbrucethe- land government, yet there is no evi- ian commenting in 1913: “[..] the flax in- dence such action was taken during the cordeauxyears.pdf The successful candidate will be self-motivated, happy working both independently and in a team setting, and willing to dustry is fairly started, and if only land- Cordeaux period. Such controls would sometimes work extended hours (including at weekends) and on projects outside of core duties if required. owners would go in for planting flax on have been unpopular amongst the few Next week: Clerical work, a larger scale there is no reason why two elite islanders who were profiting from For any further details concerning the post, please contact our Director of Conservation and Fisheries, Judith Brown: more mills at least should not be running the new industry but would have been scandal and other prosecu- [email protected] in 5 years time and the fibre exported be justified by the food shortages suffered tions. Magic lanterns and 50 tons each month [..]”. during the war. Only in 1918 did Acting For a detailed job description and to apply visit: http://www.ascension-island.gov.ac/working-here In 1914, Cordeaux made available some Governor Dixon express his concern that brass bands. A new and an Closing date: 6th October 2016 Interviews: Week commencing 16th October 2017 25 grants of Crown waste land (26 acres) indigenous plants had been cleared from absurd theory about Napo- suitable for flax planting “by the poor- areas of the ridge and replaced with flax, er class”. Pre-war London prices for St but his anxiety merely reflected anxiety leon’s death. 32 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 33 ST HELENA SNIPPETS ST HELENA SNIPPETS Saints Kitchen Saints Kitchen

Poke Mince: Straight Step 4 Poke Mince: from Home Lauren Crowie, SAMS From the original Conclusion Poke mince is a common dish on “What’s Cooking If all else fails try this recipe for a happy day!! St Helena that is similar to haggis or black pudding, and comes from in St Helena” the stomach of a large fish (we used 1 cup friendly words Tuna at the Crowie household). This 2 heaping cups understanding traditional but unusual dish tastes Poke Mince – The stomach of a 4 heaping teaspoons time and patience delicious when mixed with the cor- large fish e.g. Tuna pinch of warm personality rect ingredients. Ingredients: dash of humour 2 large fish pokes, cooked and fine- Ingredients: Measure words carefully. Add heaping cup of understanding, use The stomach of a fish ly chopped or ringed 1 onion 4 medium potatoes, diced or sliced generous amounts of time and patience. Cook with gas on the 2 teaspoons salt Step 2 Parsley front burner. Keep temperature low..... do not boil! Parsley (fresh or dry) Thyme Add dash of humour and a pinch of warm personality. Season to 2 peppers Chilli (optional) taste with spice of life. Serve in individual moulds. 6 medium potatoes Salt & pepper (to taste) This recipe is guaranteed never to fail! Rice (½ cup =1 person) 3 tablespoons cooking oil 1 large onion, chopped Directions: Step 1: Take the Poke out of the Method: freezer and thaw it for 12 hours. Af- Fry onions and chopped or ringed ter the Poke has thawed, place it into Poke lightly in oil. Add the diced po- boiling water with two teaspoons of tatoes and all other ingredients. Sea- salt and leave to boil until tender. son to taste, stirring from time to Step 2: Chop the onion and pars- time, making sure it does not stick. ley, and begin frying them into a pan When potatoes are cooked the dish is with the peppers. Keep checking that ready to serve. the fish is cooking thoroughly. Step 3: When the fish is tender, Serves 2-3 drain them and rinse them off at least twice. Cut off any fatty bits that The original “What’s Cooking in St Hel- still remain on them, and then leave Step 5 ena” book was produced by the St Helena them to cool. Ladies Craft Group. Step 4: While the Poke is cooling, St Helenian Ruth Pridham wrote the in- begin peeling and chopping your po- Full dish troduction. It begins: tatoes until they are in small slices or “Since its discovery in 1502 by an in- cubes and place them to fry with the trepid Portuguese navigator, Juan Da onion, parsley and peppers. Leave to Nova Castella, St. Helena’s culture and fry until the potatoes are soft. heritage have been influenced by the Step 5: While the potatoes and various peoples who have left their im- herbs are frying, slice the Poke into print on the island.” small pieces and leave them to fry Ruth ends the introduction by saying: along with the rest of the dish. Other “It’s said that one of the best ways to spices like chilli can be added whilst learn the custom of a country is to par- the dish is cooking. Tips from Saints take of the local foods. Maybe in sam- Step 6: While your Poke mince is pling these delicious recipes visitors to frying, begin to boil your rice. Con- “Soak the pokes in salt and water, but if our shores will leave St Helena with an tinue to stir the Poke mince to absorb they’re big pokes, add vinegar to the mixture.” enduring and pleasant memory of our is- all of the flavours. land cuisine and its people.” Step 7: When the Poke mince is soft The Sentinel hopes these Saints Kitchen “I like adding Taragon, like two or three and the rice is cooked, it is ready to features will allow readers to get a fla- pinches, with the herbs.” be served – with any kind of garnish. vour of St Helena, even from overseas. We used cabbage and carrots. 34 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 35 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA SNIPPETS Restoration of Peak Dale’s St Helena Gumwood Forest Prizes, Prizes and More Prizes AN EU BEST 2.0 FUNDED PROJECT Women’s Corona Society Name Address Prize Feral Livestock Shirley George Jamestown Toaster annual raffle draw Shelby Clifford Sandy Bay Set of mats Feral livestock such as rabbits, goats, sheep any livestock in the forest isn't left inside Connie Johnson Nr 3 Tanks Men's gift set DID YOU KNOW and especially cattle, which at some point once the fencing is complete. Within the Donna Crowie, SAMS have escaped from someone's herd and/or forest itself we have also constructed rabbit Shirley Thomas Sandy bay Decanter  Under the new have bred producing young that are free proof restoration areas that we hope to plant Liz Young Jamestown Glasses set Environmental andy Constantine and Faith Nich- Protection roaming are one of the biggest challenges out with endemic flora to help restore the M Vilma Cranfield Briars Dish drainer that the gumwood forest faces at Peak Dale. wood and increase the biodiversity in the olls, both members of the Women’s Coro- Ordinance it is na Society, visited SAMS Thursday morn- Karlal Constantine Pouncey’s Kettle illegal to Why are they a threat to Peak Dale? forest. Efforts are also being made to cull any ing to carry out the annual raffle draw. Angie Roberts Longwood Baskets knowingly cause Feral livestock have caused significant Member Mandy Constantine organized damage to damage to the forest through soil erosion livestock found in area so that the problem the raffle. Great prizes, from electrical ap- Colin Lawrence Sapper Way Childs lunch set endangered isn't just moved it is irradiated. preventing natural regeneration, trampling pliances to household goods, were on offer David Thomas Cow Path Sandwich maker species and eating of seedlings and physical damage What can the public do to help? to those who entered the raffle. including to older trees by moving around through the Fencing is a very costly way to deal with the SAMS staff announced the names of Kieron Plato Jamestown Baskets gumwoods. wood. effects that feral livestock cause on the three lucky winners every hour, on the Ronald Coleman Levelwood Brush holder You could face What are we doing to get rid of them? forest. Donations towards the forest project hour from 8am-7pm Thursday, on SAMS a fine of up to David Thomas Cow path Set of serving bowls The project has been hard at are gratefully received. If you Radio 1. £50,000 or a 12 Linda Benjamin Wells Knife set work with help from the own livestock that you know In case you missed the announcements month Landscape and Ecology has gone missing please try to on the day, all 36 lucky winners can be Olive Henry Sandy Bay Toiletries imprisonment! Mitigation Programme (LEMP) find and reclaim your stock. If seen in the attached table, along with the Platos Sunset View HTH Hand mixer prizes won. to stock proof the whole forest. you are walking in the forest Benjamins Rupert’s Set of knives This involves fencing large and see feral livestock then sections of the wood please let us know so we can Shirley Thomas Sandy bay Dish drainer systematically ensuring that deal with it. Paul Duncan Sandy bay Radio Rabbit proof fence For more information about the project you can follow us on Facebook @SNCGPeakDale or if you Ethel Yon H.T.H Shower curtain want to become a Gumwood Guardian contact [email protected] Jean Green Cow Path Laundry hanger Linda Glanville St Pauls Blowdryer set St Helena Nature Conservation Group, dedicated to protecting and promoting St Helena’s unique natural environment. Hazel Henry Peak View Set of glasses This document has been produced with financial assistance of the European Union. The contents of this document are the sole responsibility of the St Helena Nature Conservation Group and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the European Union. Tina Peters Blue Hill Shower caddy Jessica Harper Levelwood Electric iron Benjamin's Rupert’s Toilet bag set Irene Harris Jamestown Lotion set ST HELENA NATURE CONSERVATION GROUP Mark Cranfield H.T.H Scale Annalyn Williams Longwood Child’s lunch set

If you are interested in discovering St Helena's hidden beauty and learning about its endemic plant Colin Lawrence Sapper Way Baskets Dorothy Lawrence Sapper Way Beer glass species in friendly and welcoming company please come along to one of the events taking place in Constantines Pouncey's Serving tray September. Blake O'Conner H.T.H Jar set th Kerisha Stevens Oaklands Tablecloth set Longwood House Endemic Garden: Thursday 21 September Justine Joshua Putty Hill Snack tray Di Roberts Sapper Way Kitchen roll holder Meet outside Betrand's Cottage from around 4.30pm to join in a spot of weeding.

Peak Dale Event: Sunday 24th September Help us celebrate the completion of the stock proof fence. Meet at Thompsons wood garage from 10am to walk down to the forest and have a spot of lunch. Refreshments will be provided. Wednesday 4th October from 6pm in the Canister If you are interested in discovering St Helena's hidden beauty and learning about its endemic species in friendly and welcoming company please come along to the AGM and become a member.

For more information about the group please e-mail [email protected] Or visit our website at http://www.shncg.org/ Dedicated to protecting and promoting St Helena’s unique natural environment 36 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 37 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA SNIPPETS

VACANCY FOR PAYROLL EXECUTIVE One Fruitful Saturday Fruit and veg statistics from latest RMS voyage

Corporate Finance is seeking to recruit a self-motivated individual to join their busy team as Payroll Executive. Responsible to the Senior Payroll Executive, the successful candidate will be responsible for capturing all payroll data accurately Donna Crowie, SAMS onto the payroll system and processing payrolls as necessary. Key duties of the post will include: ond and third were released at 11:55 • Processing of payrolls for weekly and monthly salaries and wages, pensions and Income Related Benefits by specified deadline; Saturday morning. St Helena had not seen imports Onion and pumpkin were landed at • Updating and maintaining employee records electronically by recording changes, including loan payments, salary increases, arrive since Aug. 6, before the RMS 2:00pm Saturday and were released tax codes, new employees, terminations, transfers and promotions; went into dry dock. Shops had been at 3:20pm that afternoon. • Dealing with directorates queries regarding employees pay, etc. running dry – mainly of fruit and Ginger was imported from China, Candidates should ideally have GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above and relevant experience in an accounting role. At vegetables. Onions, and all varieties kiwi from New Zealand and all other least 1 year’s experience in Payroll related duties is also desired. of fruit, were especially scarce. produce from South Africa. So when the RMS finally arrived “Saturday, there was a big customer The salary for the post is at Grade B commencing at £6,722 per annum. again Sept. 15 – and offloaded ‘good- rush for the fruits and vegetables,” ies’ reappeared Sept. 16 – islanders said Queen Mary Owner Gregory For further details regarding the duties of the post and for a copy of the job profile, interested persons can contact Jessica rushed to the shops; by the time the Cainswicks Monday morning. Harper, Financial Accountant on telephone number: 22470 or email [email protected]. shops closed Saturday, most of the A shop assistant also mentioned to Application forms which are available from Corporate Finance and Corporate Human Resources, should be submitted through fruit and veg was already gone. customers Monday morning, “you Directors, where applicable, to Miss Nicole Peters, Corporate Human Resources, The Castle or e-mail nicole.peters@sainthel- The RMS St Helena arrived from missed out on the lovely strawber- ena.gov.sh by no later than 4pm on Wednesday 4 October 2017. Cape Town Friday morning, and ries.” anchored at 7:00am with loads of For the customers who missed out All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical check and vet- imports for St Helena. Amongst the on the fruit and veg in many of the ting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified. goods was a total of 13.4 tonnes of island’s shops, on Monday afternoon 33 varieties of fruit and vegetables, the Half Tree Hollow Supermarket SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual ori- including 5.5 tonnes of white onion. still had its share of goodies; and on entation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. Between 1:25 and 1:40pm Friday, Tuesday morning, the Jamestown All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview. three reefers of fruit and veg were Star also housed a fair amount of offloaded. At 5:10pm, the first reefer customers purchasing the soon-to- Corporate Services September 2017 was issued to customs, and the sec- be rare commodities.

The Jamestown Scout Group is in desperate need of adult leaders .... are you willing to support the various Scout sectors? There are four sectors as follows:

Beavers 6-7 year olds, Cubs 8-10 year olds, Scouts 11-13 year olds and Explorers 14-18 year olds

Scouting on the island is in its 100th year and we want to see it continue to flourish. We would welcome as- sistance from both male and female persons, regardless of your previous experience with scouting, but you will need to have a clean vetting certificate. In particular the Scout Group is in dire need of a Cub Scout Leader with immediate effect and if you are interested you should contact either, Bobby Essex, Fr Dale Bowers, Gavin George, Anya Richards or Joy George in the first instance. All sectors meet on a Tuesday afternoon from 5.00 to 6.00pm and depending on numbers interested, we could set up a rota system to lessen the weekly commitment. We look forward to hearing from you...... 38 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 39 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD

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Theme: Promoting our St Helena Culture and Historical Capital. i t s On 7 October, St Helena will for the fourth time take part in the i s n

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Where and When? The walk this year will be in conjunction with n U the Education Directorate ‘Superhero Pass the Batten Challenge’ a N

from China Lane to Jamestown Community Centre, commencing at E

12:30pm (meeting at China Lane). M How do I sign up? Please confirm your attendance by contacting W Breakfasts, Juliet Williams at the Tourist Office on 22158 or email E Kiddies Meals, Kiddies

[email protected] by noon on Thursday, 5 October. N Main CourseMain Meals, a

Is it a competition? Although our main aim is to enjoy an afternoon of community involvement and 23116, number telephone Call e 10H00 until 14H00 18H00 until 21H00 New Opening Hours Email [email protected], Email [email protected], v photography, The Tourist Office is sponsoring a prize for the local competition. If you’re interested in Salads and Soups, Starters, a MONDAY to SATURDAY to SATURDAY MONDAY Pre-Order Pizza’s and Desserts

participating in the international competition, please contact Juliet and Burgers, Toasted Sandwiches h or just drop in at the Ladder Hill Business Park If you would like to obtain a menu then you can ... can you then menu a obtain to like would you If Williams. o s l A perfect location for A perfect location for a

The Economic Development Group | Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill e So come along and try something NEW !!! andalong come So NEW something try

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Enterprise St Helena (ESH) Board of Directors Meeting “The Land Development Control Authority will hold its monthly meet-

Enterprise St Helena (ESH) wishes to inform the Public that a Board of Directors Meeting will be ing on Wednesday, 4 October 2017, at 9 am at the Education Learning held on Wednesday 27 September 2017 at 9:00am at the Office of Enterprise St Helena, Business Park, Ladder Hill. Centre, Jamestown. Meetings of the Authority are open to members of the public, applicants Agenda Items that will be considered during the open session are: and objectors.  Confirmation of Minutes of Open Meeting session held on 31 May 2017;  Matters Arising from Minutes of Open Meeting session held on 31 May 2017; Should you require a copy of the Agenda, please contact the Secre-  ESH Subcommittee Updates tary of the Land Development Control Authority on telephone number  Draft Drugs and Alcohol Policy;  Draft Complaints and Compliments Handling Policy/Procedure. 22270. Agendas will be available on Monday, 2 October 2017. Applicants and objectors may speak at the meeting providing that a For a copy of the Agenda and Board Papers open to the Public please summary of the points to be raised has been submitted to the Secre- contact the Board Secretary on telephone No. 22920 or email: [email protected]. tary at least 24 hours before the meeting”.

The Economic Development Group | Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill Tel: +290 22920 | Fax: +290 22166 | Email: [email protected] 40 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 41 NOTICE BOARD CONTRIBUTED ARTICLE/NOTICE BOARD

Is there something 19 SEPTEMBER 2017 you’re looking for, or TRIBUTE TO CATHY HOPKINS you want to buy, ex- change or sell for £500 or less? Then why ax Timeline From Saturday’s organ/harp concert commemorating Cathy Hopkins not advertise with the To all Self Employed Businesses, Sentinel for free! Barbara.B.George, Contributed reason to thank her for passing on this descendants of St. Helenians in Canada, Companies and Individuals who gift. She formed a Youth Orchestra and they proved their case and British Citi- have already submitted an was involved in many productions while zenship was restored 19 years later to ALL electronic Tax Return for the teaching at Prince Andrew School. She Overseas territories on St. Helena Day – FREE CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING year 2016/2017. Your Return was “I have known Cathy since she first became the Choirmaster of the Palm Villa 21st May 2002, the date coinciding with came to the island as a volunteer teacher Singers which was a group assembled by the celebrations for 500 years since the also a self assessment therefore with VSO. I had arrived 6 years before in Patrick Timm when he visited the island. discovery of the island. The process was the tax has already been 1964 with the same organisation. We Later she entered the political arena long and well-supported by the church CONTINUES... calculated for you, please check four girls lived in No 1 Main Street at that and became a Councillor, and eventually throughout, where a special service was the calculation table for the time and all VSOs taught in the island Speaker of the House. She was the island held and a plaque in the entrance to St. Ads of 30 words minimum or 50 words maximum accepted amount you should pay. schools. Two sets of two boys had pre- Representative on the Commonwealth James Church now records St. Helenians ceded us, and afterwards the VSOs were Parliamentary Association (C.P.A.) and Rights under the Royal Charter of 1673. This tax must be paid by all girls from then on. Accommodation helped to set up the Human Rights Com- During the long campaign, the Citizen- BONUS! and food were provided and we received mission. ship Commission had a float in the St. 30 September 2017 £1 per week pocket money! One of my Always staunch in her Christian belief Helena Day parade and there is a photo All adverts will automatically be mentioned on Radio 1 via the group, Susan Rowan, who later became and committed to the Church of England, of Cathy on the float, draped in the Union free for sale fridays space @ 1pm - 3pm If you are unsure about the amount of tax a Buddhist Nun actually managed to save she led the Choir, became a Church War- Jack! you should pay, please do not hesitate to some of that!! den, Lay Minister and sat on the Dioc- She was also committed to Heritage contact the Tax Office on telephone As did I, Cathy arrived with three oth- esan Council. and Conservation issues, gave support FOR SALE: 2 x side steps to fit a FOR SALE: A Chest Freezer 6months number: 22287 or email using the er girls in 1970, and they lived in Essex In 1996 she worked as the St. Helena to local Arts and Crafts and was part of Toyota Hilux machine - £200. old - £290.00. A Upright Fridge. addresses at the bottom of this advert. House then. This worked well for us as Representative in UK, involving the fam- the group promoting local Crafts which Contact Melvin Benjamin on Second hand. - £100.00. If inter- my husband and I had married in 1967 ily making the move to England until helped to revamp the shop in the Canis- tele. 23395 ested call Julie Fowler on 24617. Audits are currently being in Scotland, when we were studying in 1999. ter. She was very fortunate to be married conducted on the 2016/2017 UK, returning to the island with our first Cathy also took an interest in island to an understanding husband, who could FOR SALE: Bestope Ceramic hair accounts and if any amendments child in 1970 and Cathy and the other politics, becoming Co-Chair of the Citi- hold the fort when necessary. In 2007 FOR SALE: 2 x brand new tyres, girls often helped out as babysitters! zenship Commission, previously the Cathy was awarded an M.B.E. for her ser- brush - £30. Great for detangling are made to your tax payable you tubeless radial size 205/45ZR17 hair and straightening. In 1972, she also married an island- Bishop’s Commission, set up by the vices to the St. Helena Community. She Price: £80 each. If interested call 65322 will be notified by the tax staff. er and we remember Cathy and Keith’s Church of England, with a branch in UK, also received the island’s Wish Woman 1 x Honda petrol 4-stroke children, Anne and Marianne and their formed after islanders had their British of the Year Award in 2016, and today we Failure to make payment of this Lawnmower, 16 Inch cut , FOR SALE: Mens brown casual shoe families today as we reflect on Cathy’s Citizenship wrongfully removed by the look back over the years, also remember- life. Nationality Act of 1981 that came into ing Keith, without whose loyal support which has hardly been used Casual brown shoe, Brand New tax by 30 September 2017 will since brand new. Reason for result in a penalty of 10% of the Cathy was a devout Christian and a tal- force in January1983. This was a well-or- none of this would have been possible, size 44 (size 9) - £25, if inter- ented musician. She continued using her ganised and determined group, and with Anne, Marianne and the grandchildren, sale - got a strimmer. ested call 24626 debt and additional 1% of the Price: £280 Contact Tony on talent to teach music in the schools and the help of many supporters on and off and give thanks for Cathy’s life of ser- 63715 debt for every month it remains many children and young people have island, including legal experts who were vice to the community she loved.” outstanding. FOR SALE: 2 dresser draws and 1 FOR SALE: BRAND NEW puma three door wardrobe Nearly new Income Tax Office Contacts ST HELENA MAGISTRATES’ Evo Speed trainers SIZE 6 - ... call 63804 or pm if interested Email Gillian Knipe: £35 Pink and Yellow on co- Dresser Draws £100 each and [email protected] GRANT OF ST HELENIAN STATUS COURT Email Noleen Phillips: lour. Contact Donna Crowie on Wardrobe £150 [email protected] 22706 Tel. No: 22287 7th September 2017 In accordance with Section 15(3) of the Immigration Ordinance, 2011, the FOR SALE: I have loads of boy FORSALE: Mens Jeans £10 - Brand Malcolm Ralph Cranfield clothes for sale all sizes, t- new - suitable for work. 3oW - WANTED: Making Ends Meet is following persons have been granted St Helenian Status with effect from: shirts, jeans ect all in good 32W. Contact 24709. specifically looking for a micro- (43), of White Gate, plead- wave, stove and twin hub wash- 24 July 2017 condition, contact Donna ed guilty to one charge of Crowie on 22706 ing machine. If you have any that you would love to donate, call • Mr Peter Mott of Jamestown being drunk in charge of a FOR SALE: Oblong glass top ta- WANTED: Am interested in pur- 65834, email makingendsmeet- ble with metal legs measuring chasing a good quality sofa bed. [email protected] or you can leave 22 August 2017 motor vehicle. He entered 90cms x 160cm and can be ex- Must be in good condition. Want a Private Message on Facebook! his plea at the earliest op- tended 40cms, priced at £250. to part with yours? Then please Thanks • Mr Wayne Badier of Jamestown This table is of very good qual- call 24464 as soon as possible. • Mrs Susan Badier of Jamestown portunity and was fined in ity, brand new still in origi- Leave a message if necessary and the sum of £120.00 with WANTED: Not selling but looking if #StHelena #SaintStatus #ImmigrationOrdinance nal box, and is being sold at a I return your call. anyone has any cherry laminate £15.00 costs. He was also knockdown price. Please call flooring for sale please contact 22544 if interested. I you leave https://www.facebook.com/StHelenaGovt/ me on Tel: 63778 or if you know https://twitter.com/StHelenaGovt disqualified from driving a a message I will get back to if anyone have any thanks you. Contact motor vehicle for a period SHG 15 September 2017 of 12 months. Tele: 22727 - Email: [email protected] 42 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 43 NOTICE BOARD ST HELENA SNIPPETS I was Miss St Helena Remembering three women that represented our island Lauren Crowie, SAMS Pamela Constantine: Miss St Helena 1999 Kimly Yon: Miss St Helena 2016 The annual Miss St Helena competition started in 1975, and was organised by the Women’s Corona Society. Over time, the competition has evolved. Here are three of the winner’s stories, one from each decade except the 1980s, of how these women won the competition. Joan Benjamin: Miss St Helena 1975

Sunday 19 November 2017 Saturday 18 November 2017 Starting @ 8am 42km & 21km starting @ 7am 10km & 3km starting @ 9am Pamela Constantine was crowned Miss St Helena in 1999, when she was 18 years old, at the Consulate Hotel. The event was organised by the Half Tree Hollow Guid- Kimly Yon was crowned Miss St Helena ers, and live video recording was set up in on May 5, 2016. Kimly was 28 at the time, another part of the Consulate for people to and entered the competition just for the Joan Benjamin, better known then as watch. experience. The event was held at Prince Joan Mavis Thomas (25 at the time), was Pamela entered with some of her friends, Andrew School and was organised by the the island’s first Miss St Helena. The in- “for fun,” and there was a £50 consula- Girl Guides. augural event was held in May 1975 at the tion given to encourage more contestants “For the casual wear, I wore white jeans Jamestown Community Centre, and was to enter the competition and to keep up with a red-and-gold boob-tube top,” organised by the Women’s Corona Society, the numbers. Kimly said. “And my evening wear was which has now been going for 53 years. When Pamela took the stage, she was a green satin dress with diamante shoes, Joan had no intentions of entering the asked to introduce herself by giving her and I was accessorised by G-Unique.” competition, until she walked from her name, age and where she was from. These Kimly was asked multiple questions home in the Brewery Yard into the Com- questions were asked by compares Derek while she was onstage; “Which airport is munity Centre to watch the competition Richards and Barbara George. most important for St Helena;” “Where and take place in the usual dance. “One question I remember was about my would you go for a good night’s party;” “I wore a long, blue, flowered skirt, with thoughts on St. Helena wanting to regain if you were crowned Miss St Helena, what a white top with a low neck and butterfly British citizenship,” Pamela said. “At the would you do the next day?” sleeves,” Joan said. “We went to the dance time, my thoughts were that St Helena was The winners were announced by the as normal. Actually, I wasn’t going in for it the responsibility of Britain and that they compare, John Wollocot, who entertained Wednesday 22 November 2017 Sunday 26 November 2017 but my friends persuaded me to enter and should live up to that responsibility, and the audience the entire night. they placed a number on my dress.” due to our history within the Common- “I was shocked – I didn’t think it was Starting @ 4:30pm Starting @ 9am The event was hosted Mrs Joyce Harris, wealth etc., that we should be entitled to going to be me,” Kimly said. “I didn’t do a member of the Women’s Corona Society. regain our full British citizenship.” it to win, but it was great that I did win Joyce announced the winner, crowned The contestants had to change outfits it. It was just to experience it once again, If you are interested in participating, please collect a sign-up form from Joan Miss St Helena and presented Joan, part-way through the show. Pamela wore because I have entered it once before, but first runner-up Diana Glanville and sec- white jeans and a blue top for casual wear, I just wanted to feel the difference. Kaylee the Tourist Office, NASAS or New Horizons. ond runner-up Sylvia Buckley with gifts. a long, black evening dress with sheer and and I just did it for the fun of it.” Joan also shook the hand of Sir Thomas sequin details and black shoes for evening Kimly was given a sash, a tiara, a cheque Oates, the Governor from 1971, who pre- wear. of £700, a laptop which was issued from sented the winners with their tiaras. Joan Pamela was crowned by the previous Solomons, cushions from Mr Bennet and was given a commemorative Coroner Jubi- Miss St Helena, Maria Benjamin, and the gift vouchers from various businesses lee plate and a bottle of Chanel perfume as acting Governor’s wife, Mrs Clancy, pre- around the island. the winning present. sented Pamela with a sash, flowers and Currently, the Miss St Helena Competi- “They didn’t ask us any questions those cheques adding up to £500 (including tion is going through a period of change. days, we just walked down the stage and various vouchers). A dance followed the The Girl Guides, who were the most recent turned around and smiled, you’ve got to presentation. organisers of the event, will no longer be smile,” she said. “As long as you have a “I felt it was a good experience and organising it. Miss St Helena 2018 will in- nice smile and have confidence in your- helped to build confidence,” Pamela said. stead be organised by the Half Tree Hollow self.” “I enjoyed myself on the night.” Community Association. 44 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 45 SENTINEL COMPETITION/NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD

In association with Cancer Awareness Breast Screening Programme

Last week, four people correctly an- Do you have any of the following signs and symptoms: swered the Sights of St Helena com- petition. We accepted answers which  Lumps included the words “Sister’s Walk.” Those who answered the questions  Rash correctly were: Leigh Richards  Inverted nipple Kylie Peters Teeny Lucy  Dimpling Olive Williams Congratulations to Kylie Peters, who will be recieving a free Sentinel  Nipple discharge this week. This week, we ask readers to tell us  Pain the name - either formal or informal - of the creature to the left, which can be spotted on St Helena. If you have answered Email [email protected] or call 22727 with the answer. Good luck! YES to any of the above, contact the doctor for an appointment, don’t APPLICATIONS FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION wait to be called.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Application has been re- ceived in respect of the following proposals: 1. Application 2017/83: Proposed 2 Bedroom Dwelling, Clinic What: A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast(s) and Drive, Half Tree Hollow on Land Parcel No. HTH1276 in the Half Tree Hollow Registration Section, adjacent to the prop- surrounding tissue erty of Mr Barry Phillips Applicant: Stacey Phillips 2. Application 2017/85: Proposed Extensions and Alterations to Existing House (Conservatory and Enclosed Foyer), Sapper Noleen Stevens from Beauty Spot would Why: For the early detection of breast cancer in Way on Land Parcel No. SCOT0257 in the Scotland Registration like to advise her hair appointment cus- Section, adjacent to the property of Carl and Faith Thomas. normal breasts Applicant: Kelly Leo tomers that due to unforeseen circum- 3. Application 2017/86: Proposed New Signage at White Horse tavern, Market Street, Jamestown, on Land Parcel No. stances she will be leaving on the ship Who: Women between the ages of 50-70 years JT080016 in the Jamestown Registration Section, adjacent to for Capetown this coming Friday 22nd the property of W A Thorpe & Sons Ltd. Applicant: Solomon How: By letter of invitation and follow up phone call & Co (St Helena) Plc September. Noleen apologises for any Copies of the Applications and Plans may be inspected at the Planning and Building Section, Essex House, Main Street, inconvenience caused and will hope to When: The programme will start on Wednesday Jamestown, Monday to Friday, from 8.30 am to 4 pm. For further information, Any person who wishes to make representations on the above continue her service with you on her re- 4 October 2017, in line with Breast contact the Breast Application should make them in writing within 14 days, to turn in November of this year. If anyone the Planning Office, Essex House, Main Street, Jamestown or Awareness Month Screening Nurse on email [email protected] would like to purchase any products from Telephone: 23563 Public Review Commencement Date : 21 September 2017 her salon, please contact G-Unique on Where: Radiography Department, General Hospital Public Review Closing Date : 6 October 2017 23935 .' Cost: Free if part of the screening service Riana De Wet Chief Planning Officer

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a have gone through GCSEs for ex- s o a Service to with the interest Bankwill your registering beBy you invited the opportunity and Introduction have discussbusiness your to how the could benefitacceptancetransactions.Localof Debit from Card The Bankwill team requirements discussand your outline thehow Local Service Card Debit works. interest and arrangeyour register a withmeeting the Bank team To telephone on please Manager, contact George,Mrs Marketing Mercia 22390 or email [email protected]. e B t ample, or A-Levels in Prince Andrew School, and we want to encourage them to keep going,” she said. “Be- cause often times what happens is that people finish their art at school, and they never pick up a paintbrush again; so we wanted to make sure that we give them an opportunity to be able to do that.” Creative St Helena provided those artists who could not purchase their own materials with a variety of equipment, which included paint- brushes, canvasses and paint. “I think it’s going to be quite var- ied,” Teeny said. “I think you’ll have some traditional images there that remind the artist of ‘peace:’ Obvi- through Thursday, Sept. 28. The present at opening night along with ously, when we think about peace ev- money will go to the artists, though Governor Lisa Phillips, were Keisha TO ALL LOCAL BUSINES ALL LOCAL TO erybody thinks about white doves, or 10% will go to Creative St Helena. Peters, Keira Francis, Mic-kail Har- the CND Logo or something around The public can view the exhibi- ris, Kerisha Francis, Jayden Andrews, that area.” tion during regular Museum opening Sylvia Phillips, Lindsay McGinnety, The artwork will be on sale to the times. Isha Harris, Laura Duncan, Shelby public while the exhibition is open, The featured artists who were all Bargo and Alex Hudson. 48 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 21 September 2017 www.sams.sh 49 ST HELENA SNIPPETS/NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD Durham Opens Doors for St Helena’s Athletics - shop. Durham University offers to train St Helenian teams Interested Persons Should: Lauren Crowie, SAMS Picture provided by  Have knowledge in Customer Service, Cash Handling & Se Wikimedia Commons Ideally have some Supervisory experience & Durham University in the UK has de- cided to allow athletes from St Helena to train at the university during travels to in- ternational games and competitions. St Helenian athletes will now have the Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc opportunity to train and be coached by some of the best teachers and professional has a vacancy for an sportsmen and women in the United King- dom. “I feel that this is a great opportunity for the island,” 18-year-old Sunna Thomas said. “Especially having the benefit of Attractive salary and incentive Apprentice Electrician packages are offered for this training on a variety of top-range training facilities and venues – for me as a com- apprenticeship. Job Outline petitor in athletics, it will be fantastic not having to train on a grass field.” Assist with the in-house and private jobs and to complete them in a timely manner while Assistant Chief Secretary (Performance) Application forms may be collected ensuring high standards of work are delivered at all times in accordance with Company Paul McGinnety, who is a former student from Solomon’s Reception Desk, in requirements and local regulations. the Main Office Building, Jamestown of Durham University, kept in close con- when our teams tour and go overseas, port will make the travel to international tact with the school over the years. He having access to top of the range facilities sporting events easier for people on the or alternatively an electronic copy helped secure the new arrangement. and coaching is something obviously ben- island. If people are travelling and needing can be requested via e-mail On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will be offered a full time position “Previously, I have done a lot of work efits everybody.’ And they were only too to train on the road, they will be training address: [email protected] within the Electrical Works Department. with volunteers from the Durham Uni- happy to support us.” in “one of the best sport Universities in the and should be completed and versity in relation to activities for disabled Members of this year’s Commonwealth United Kingdom,” Paul said. returned to Nicola Essex, Human children and young people,” Paul said. Youth Games team, which consisted of Durham University is known as “Brit- Resources Manager, For further information please contact “Knowing how much the university likes Duwaine Yon, Colby Thomas, Charlotte ain’s number one teams sports Univer- Solomon’s Office, Jamestown Miss Anya Williams, Human Resources Development Officer to volunteer and likes to spread out to Hubbard and Georgia Bedwell, hope to at- sity.” The university has turned out fa- by 6 October 2017 on telephone number 22380 or communities and have a real international tend future Games and get the opportunity mous athletes, including Andrew Strauss via e-mail address: [email protected] reach, I approached a contact of mine at to train at Durham. and Nassur Hussain, two famous England the university and said, basically, ‘I know The air access from the St Helena Air- cricket captains.

Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc has a vacancy for an has a vacancy for a For further information, For further information, including the Company’s including the Company’s attractive benefits package, attractive benefits package, please contact Accounts Clerk please contact Jody Grant-Lawrence, Jody Grant-Lawrence, Stock Controller Finance Manager Within the Finance Department Finance Manager Within the Finance Department on telephone number: 22380 on telephone number: 22380 or via email address: or via email address: Job Outline [email protected] [email protected] Job Outline

To ensure a reliable and efficient service is provided for the costing of all goods imported for the company, To provide and maintain an efficient and accurate stock control system for the company, including the effective Application forms may be Application forms may be including the entering of customs data into Asycuda, and processing of data into the processing and monitoring of all relevant documentation and reporting. collected from Solomons Reception Company’s Finance data file. collected from Solomons Reception Desk, in the Main Office Building, Desk, in the Main Office Building, Jamestown or alternatively an Jamestown or alternatively an Interested Persons Should:- Interested Persons Should:- electronic copy can be requested electronic copy can be requested  Have Grade C or above in GCSE Maths & English via e-mail address:  Have Grade C or above in GCSE Maths & English via e-mail address:  Be computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office applications  [email protected] and [email protected] and Be computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office applications  Have the ability to work to deadlines should be completed and returned  Have the ability to work to deadlines should be completed and returned  Have some supervisory experience to Nicola Essex, Human Resources  Desirably have experience in using Access Dimensions to Nicola Essex, Human Resources Manager, Manager,  Have experience in stock management Solomons Office, Jamestown, Solomons Office, Jamestown,  Desirably have experience in using Access Dimensions Salary will start at £610.00 per month, (£7,320.00 per annum) By 5 October 2017 depending on qualifications and experience By 28 September 2017 Salary will start at £945.67 per month, (£11,348.04 per annum) depending on qualifications and experience

50 www.sams.sh Thursday 21 September 2017 | THE SENTINEL SPORTSARENA Golf Report weekending 17 September 2017 The Richard James International golf tournament planned for next Sunday 24 September will now be played a week later on Sunday 1 October. A tea will be served following the presentation on that day. Instead this coming Sunday the match will be an 18 Hole Stableford competition. Sign- up sheets are on the Club Notice Board or members can leave their names on the Club telephone Message Service 24421. Last Sunday 17 September the Monthly Medal was won by Jeffrey Foxy Stevens who returned a net three under par 65 coming in ahead of Eileen Wallace who beat Helen Stevens on a count back, both ladies scoring a one under par 67. The Two Ball Pool was shared between Alastair Norrie who scored his two on 14th and Eileen Wallace and Jeffrey Stevens who had their twos on 5th hole. The prizes on Sunday were very kindly donated by one of the golfers who wish to remain anonymous. A big ‘thank you’ to that gentleman, hope you enjoyed your golf on Wednesday! Tony Green, Contributed Football Results Sat 16 Sep 2017 Bellboys 3 Ryan Benjamin, Scott Henry, Alex Langham CSB 0 MOM: Ryan Benjamin (Bellboys) Rovers 8 Rico Benjamin 3, Ronan Legg 3, Clayton Benjamin, Ross O’Dean Axis 0 MOM: Rico Benjamin (Rovers) YPOM: Rhys Francis (Axis) Sun 17 Sep Wolves 4 Cody Thomas 3, Jace Williams Wirebirds 2 Weston Clingham 2 MOM: Cody Thomas Harts 10 (Wolves) Sean-Lee Thomas 3, Shane Stroud, Mike-e Williams, Andrew Yon, Chris Owen, OG Fugees 3 Rico Thomas, Dennis Owen, Rocky Stroud MOM: Shane Stroud (Harts) YPOM: Sean-Lee Thomas Crusaders 6 Cecil Johnson 2, Kalen Crowie 2, Josh Benjamin 2 Saints 0 MOM Dane Wade (Crusaders)

FOOTBALL FIXTURES SATURDAY: SUNDAY:

1:30PM CRUSADERS V BELLBOYS 11:30AM AXIS V FUGEES 3:00PM CSB V WIREBIRDS 1:30PM HARTS V SAINTS 3:30PM WOLVES V ROVERS