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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-11-16, Page 11• from page 10 smile of all Jamaicans, admits he has had a difficult time feeding his family since the hurricane came. Normally, the onset of the North American winter would bring flocks of tourist to Leroy's small stall on the Market Square. Using his patter, inherent charm and artistic skill, he could easily support his family of six who live at the edge of town in a small but comfortable home. All this has changed since Gilbert. Now, less than two cruise ships a week dock at Ocho Rios. The hotels and resorts, while fully repaired and operational, are at a minimal guest capacity. Leroy is one of many, many Jamaicans who rely soley on the tourist trade for their income. "It will be a sad Christmas for the children," he says, chipping away at a magnificent mahagony carving. "You tell them come. Tell your friends in Canada to come see Leroy." Empty sand It's 10 a.m. and the sun is hot. The cool Caribbean laps at the shimmering sand of the beach which stretches out from the hotel lounge. At one end of the beach, two young `beach attendants' sit idle in the shade of a gently waving coconut palm. The beach is empty. In the lobby of the Club Americana, an all inclusive resort that is usually fully booked m November, a bellboy fans himself and sighs. On the wall above his head, pictures' taken during the height of Hurricane Gilbert show wild waves and skattered debris. Club Americana didn't even shut down during the storm. Within days, the debris left on the beach was cleared and burned, the few shingles on the pool side changeroom which were lost had been replaced and the lush gardens were replanted. But once the guests who were here during that fateful night of September 12 had left, almost no one came to replace them. There is nothing missing from this resort, save the guests. All the staff is here. The hotel pool is full and inviting. The beach has been raked and the lounge chairs are waiting. And it's beautiful. As beautiful now as it ever was. The Club Americana is one of at least a dozen resort hotels on Jamaica's northshore and almost every one tells the same story. Jamaica is being ignored by travellers who fear the worst. Tales of no electricty, no running water and total devastation are totaling inaccurate. The only thing missing from this paradise on earth...are the paying guests whose holiday dollars literally support an entire nation of some 2.5 million people. Lucknow Sentinel Editor Rob Bundy recently joined a small contingent of Cana- dian journalists on a media tour of the island of Jamaica. The tour, sponsored by the Jamaican government, included stops at resort hotels, historic sites, tourist destinations and the areas hardest hit by the recent hurricane. Next week - Why Jamaicans nick -named Hurricane Gilbert 'the roofless wind'. 4-H REPORT What provides your body with important nutrients such as protein, iron and B vitamins? Red meats and to be more specific - beef, pork, veal and lamb. 4-H members have been becoming familiar with tl ontribution of the red meat industry to the Canadian economy and environment as well as with the dif- ferent cuts of red meat available. They, would like to invite you to their achievement programs and entertain you with skits and exhibits to tell you some of their findings. All programs begin at 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome and the program dates are as follows: Tuesday, November 22nd - Crediton, Stephen Central Public School, Tuesday, November 22nd - Bluevale, Com- munity Centre, Monday November 28th - Brookside Public School, Thursday December 1st - Clinton, St. Joseph's School, Thursday, December 1st - Brussels, Legion Hall. Lucknow Sentinel, Wednesday, November 16, 1988—Page 11 The Christmas lights have lit BY TERRY HUNT As I drove in from Toronto Sunday night I could not fail to notice the work that had gone on in my week's abse ce. Coming in from south as I passed the at Market I realized that something was di ferent, then I saw the Christmas lights were up and did they ever look beautiful. I hope all those in the Village and surrounding . area who donated money, tirne and effort to this pro- ject feel the same sense of pride of a job well done as I did when I first saw them all lit up. Donations are still being accepted by an Lions member and will go towards im- provements next year. Donations have been received from Mr. and Mrs. Bud Paquette and from Dr. J.D. Munn. Euchre was enjoyed Many enjoyed the Euchre on Nov. 7 spon- sored by the Happy Hearts club. Prize win- ners,'ladies Wanda Gawley and Myrtyle Percy, men Duncan Thorburn and Lorraine McPherson. The next Euchre will be on Tuesday Nov. 22 at 2 pm. Hope to see you all there. Ripley W.I. meeting Mrs. Clarence Hedley was hostess when the Ripley Women's Institute met in the former library room of the Legion Hall. Sadie McLeod and Eileen Carter served dessert followed by the following program. A report of the Bruce County Rally was R IPLEY given by Margeret Gemmell and Florence Kirkpatrick, delegates who attended when it was held at Allenford in October. Mary Brooks reported on the Area Convention. which She attended as delegate in Hep- worth. Ladies reported a nice day spent at Holyrood as guests of the Women's Institute there. President Minnie Lock called on Elizabeth Fair, Agriculture Convenor. She introduced guest Janet Farrell who spoke on the trouble arising in, our environment. History of farming was reviewed — in 20 years time there will be great forest destruction and crop failures. A wreath was placed at the Cenotaph on Nov 11. Plans are being made to cater to the Legion banquet Nov. 26. Christmas lun- cheon will be next month. Courtesies were given by Sadie McLeod. Shut in boxes will be packed for Christmas. Seven answered W.M.S. roll call The Afternoon W.M.S. of Knox Presbyterian Church Ripley met on Nov. 8 at Huron Villa. Hostess was Hazel MacDonald. President Adeline Hackett opened the meeting with a quotation on words of Wisdom followed with prayer. The hymn "Breathe on me Breath of God" was sung, minutes read and adopted as read. The roll call a verse on "service," answered by seven members. The nominating committee reported all offices filled and other reports given. Bette MacLeod had the program. She read the scripture from Mark 14 verses 3-9 and John 13 verses 12-17 followed with prayer. She read two poem$ from a school reader of yesteryears pertaining to this time. of year Indian Summer" and "November". She gave an interesting paper on the book of Esther, telling how Ahasuerus had taken Esther as his Queen and the many problems that arose due to different nationalities. She closed with prayer. Happy Hearts observe Remembrance Day On Thursday, Nov. 10 the Happy Hearts held their meeting in the Legion Hall. Due to a bus trip the attendance was smaller than usual. The regular opening exercises were dealt with and Pres. Florence Kirkpatrick welcomed everyone. The minutes were read by Frieda Collins as well as the Treasurer's report. 10% off Ordered Bridesmaid Gowns 15% off Ordered Wedding Gowns 20% off Invitations 20% off Daytime Wear 20% off IN STOCK WEDDING GOWNS Many ."Instore" Specials SPECIAL SELECTION OF WEDDING GOWNS $200, LARGEST SELECTION IN THE AREA el 4.1,10N -SAT. CLOSED WEDNESDAY EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT House of Brides WALKERTON PHONE 881-2835 9-5:3(1 FRI.