RE: Message from the comittee
2007-Jul-10-2155hrs
Hi Errol,
I leave tomorrow a.m...see you in Tobago. I am reachable by hotmail.
Conrad Thomas

RE: Update from Reunion Committee
2007-Jul-09-1307hrs
FROM THE REUNION COMMITTEE
Here is the itinerary for the reunion. Events Time VenueThe Gathering 6.00p.m. -9.00p.m. Mt. Irvine Bay HotelReception/Memorial/Cocktails (Sunday 22nd July) Island Tour We leave Lowlands Mall Car Park @ 9.00a.m. to Charlotteville ( Monday 23rd July) Monday Night Lime (optional) ( Bring yuh instruments "musical" that is, bottle an' spoon, anyting) an' come 9.00p.m. til (23rd July) Samaan Grove Tuesday 24th Professional Development Day for Tobago Teachers. (Attendance optional)--9.00a.m. -11.30a.m. Visit to Nylon Pool and Buccoo Reef 1.00p.m. - 5.000p.m. Heritage Night (8.00p.m.) Wednesday 25th Free Morning for yourself Committee pays a courtesy call on Chief Secretary. If interested in being part of this let us know at Registration Closing Ceremony and Gala Dinner/Dance 6.30p.m. Mt. Irvine Thursday 26th The Return Boo Hoo Hoo!!!!! 1.30p.m. We are awaiting the opening of the schedule for the morning sailing on 22nd. As it is now we are booked for the 2.00p.m. sailing because there is only one boat sailing right now. The other boat arrived in the country on Friday and the schedule is not yet posted. As soon as it is posted we will let you know. The 100+ reservations will be transferred en bloc to the morning. Can't say a time yet. Leaving in the morning will give us more time to sort ourselves out when we get to Tobago.
Anna Maria Mora

RE: LOCATING MAUSICANS
2007-Jul-08-1610hrs
Thanks for sharing! Hopefully, your decision to go public with this info will spark the desired response from someone. The possibilities are exciting. By the way, love your letter!
Joy Barnes

Subject: Correction to sad news
2007-Jul-08-1410hrs
Hi Errol,
I passed on the wrong name of the deceased. It is Ken, not Frank.
Brenda Alexander-Perez

Subject: Adding my email address to your list
2007-Jul-07-0936hrs
Hi Errol,
My name in Maxine Ironside, I am a Mausican from the years 67-69, my email address is maxside@hotmail.com.
See you at the Reunion
Maxine Ironside

Subject: Sad news
2007-Jul-07-0931hrs
Errol,
Please post
-Jackie Knox-Finkeldey's oldest brother Frank, passed away this morning. Funeral arrangements have not been made. Jackie's email address is - paxbourg@yahoo.ca.
Thanks,
Brenda Alexander-Perez

Re: My sojourn in Canada
2007-Jul-06-0736hrs
Hello Jack,
I will miss your visit. I am in Jamaica during that period. However, I hope to see you in Tobago
Blessings
Merle Baker

RE: Message from the comittee
2007-Jul-06-0651hrs
Just sharing that I may have copies of my latest ( 2nd) CD for sale at whatever is the equivalent of $35.00 EC... There are 18 titles on a variety of topics. SEE YOU SOON ...
DV Pat

RE: Message from the comittee

2007-Jul-05-0713hrs

I don't hold proof but i know I registered long long ago. Pat

Seriously though people have to realise that if things are to run smoothly all those wanting to attend should have registered already. We need to include some discusion on this in a housekeeping session.

Pat Ryan

Re: Message from the comittee

2007-Jul-05-0117hrs

Hello Errol,

Could you post on the blog site that I'll be having my books and CD at the reunion available at discounted discounted prices. In addition , other Mausicans will have books and CDs available.I have also scheduled a booksigning and CD launching for Monday, July 30th. at the National library from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

Please inform me how I can post subsequent announcement to the Mausica blog site.

Thank you.

Rodney Foster

Re: Message from the comittee
2007-Jul-04-2024hrs
I am certainly among those who registerd. Last time I was in Trinidad, Maria got my cheque, so I should be OK.
SEE you in Tobago.
Hazel Thompson-Ahye

Re: Memorial

2007-Jul-04-1734hrs

Errol,

where do we get a list of the deceased Mausicans to read at the service?

I sent a message for you to put on the blog site from the comittee. Did you get it?

Janice Barnes

RE: LOCATING MAUSICANS

2007-Jul-04-0717hrs

The errors occur and when we try to mend them new ones pop up... the contact is more important. Sometimes when i look up I find that I've tapped the CAPS LOCK instead of the SHIFT... I don't always re write so WRITE ON!

Does Bertie still play the piano... it was so good at Mausica to hum a tune and have Bertie accompany you playing by ear. I remember the concert we put on when Mr Girard was leaving and Barbara Mendez and I sang the duet I Hear Music.

About the Bastiens... I don't know if either of them attended Mausica but they are Trinidadians who have done something positive which everyone must support... I hope many of the younger Mausicans turn up because I want to meet them all. The Fyzabad people have dried up on me so we'll have to play it by ear in Tobago. See you soon God willing!

Pat Ryan

RE: LOCATING MAUSICANS

2007-Jul-04-0519hrs

Hey! This is great to see the names that pop up from time to time. Just a few days ago, I was relating to a friend a story about Bertie Fraser who showed up at a party at my house one New Year's Night, not New Year's Eve, in the mid 70's with two sharp chicks, one on each arm. I would love to get some more news about him.

I am really looking forward to this reunion and regret I will be missing the gala ball, but I must fly over to Saint Lucia on Wednesday for the seminar on juvenile justice which opens there on Thursday as I have a major responsibility for the seminar. Just last week a 15-year- old youth allegedly killed a popular Permanent Secretary on the island who had returned home to find a burgary in progress. The seminar is now more timely than ever.

I met Jack Warner at the Elections and Boundaries office In Arima when I was home recently and he said he was coming to Tobago for the ball.

Love to all,

Hazel Thompson-Ahye

Re: Message from the comittee
2007-Jul-03-2353hrs
Hi Folks,

I se some of you saying see you in Tobago.How is that, You have not registered. Remember the affairs are catered therefore the comittee has to supply the hotel with numbers. At this time registration for the tours is closed. You can only register now for the gathering on Sunday and the Gala on Wednesday. Registration for these must be accompanied with payment.We will hold closing these for one more week. That is until July 8th. That will be the final final date.

Janice Barnes

RE: Mausican Reunion
2007-Jul-03-0129hrs
Thank you very much. Just received an email from Bertie Fraser who lives a stone's throw from me, and I didn't know until now. Just an FYI - no need to respond.
Joy Marshall-Barnes

RE: LOCATING MAUSICANS
2007-Jun-29-1253hrs
Joy,
I've gone public with this because it could spur a response from someone else. I don't know whether I ever told you that I met Cynthia Addison a few years years ago at Kings Plaza in Brooklyn. There was a lot of screaming and Ma Labrish kind of behavior in the store. She drove me home and we were in touch but you know the age-old (or is it the old-age) story- I don't know where I wrote the number and she probably has had the reciprocal misfortune. I think the married name is James. Talk to you soon. Myrtle, why haven't you replied to my long, juicy personal email?
Melvina Dick

RE: Mausican Reunion

2007-Jul-02-0835hrs

Goodmorning Errol,

In reading over the initial email I sent you, I am appalled at the mistakes therein. In my anxiety to get this off to you there were errors that I would normally not ever make. And I was also guilty of the cardinal sin of sending something off without reading it first. This is certainly not representative of me. If this has been posted on the website could you please remove it completely, leaving just my contact information?

With my deepest appreciation,

Joy Marshall Barnes

Re: My sojourn in Canada
2007-Jul-01-1410hrs
I have been in Canada since June 28 crisscrossing the country from the East coast to the West Coast and, in doing so, supervising the conduct of the FIFA U 20 competition in six cities - Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Edmonton, Vancouver and Victoria.- of which competition I am the Chairman. I attach for your attention a schedule of my travels throughout Canada as well as the hotels where I shall be staying, their contact numbers etc. If I'm ever in your area, do give me a call so that we can possibly have a "beverage" for ole time sake or even just to simply "renew our vows ". Maureen is with me........... I am asking all those persons to whom I have so informed of schedule to pass on this info to any Mausicans of our years for which I do thank you kindly.
Regards

MATCH SCHEDULETENTATIVE MR WARNER
Group A Group B Group C Group D Group E Group F
Canada Spain Portugal Poland Argentina Japan Chile Uruguay New Zealand Brazil Czech Republic Scotland Congo Jordan Gambia Korea Republic Korea DPR Nigeria Austria Zambia Mexico USA Panama Costa Rica
Date Match Venue Local Time(EDT) Teams
GROUP MATCHES30 June, Sat (Day 1) 1 Montreal 14.15 Poland vs Brazil 2 Montreal 17.00 Korea Republic vs USA 1 July, Sun (Day 2) 5 Toronto 19.45 Canada vs Chile
2 July, Mon (Day 3) 11 Toronto 14.15 Portugal vs New Zealand 12 Toronto 17.00 Gambia vs Mexico
3 July, Tue (Day 4) 15 Ottawa 17.00 Czech Republic vs Korea DPR 16 Ottawa 19.45 Panama vs Argentina
4 July, Wed (Day 5) 17 Burnaby 17.00 (20.00) Uruguay vs Jordan 18 Burnaby 19.45 (22.45) Zambia vs Spain
5 July, Thu (Day 6) 23 Toronto 17.00 New Zealand vs Gambia 24 Toronto 19.45 Mexico vs Portugal
Departure in the evening
10 July, Tue (Day 11) Rest day - Arrival in Toronto or Vancouver directly
Round-1611 July, Wed (Day 12) 40 Victoria 20.15 (23.15) 1st F vs. 2nd E 12 July, Thu (Day 13) 43 Toronto 16.45 1st E vs. 2nd D 13 July, Fri (Day 14) Rest day
Quarter-finals14 July, Sat (Day 15) 45 Toronto 14.15 Winner 37 vs. Winner 38 15 July, Sun (Day 16) 48 Ottawa 19.45 Winner 43 vs. Winner 44
16 July, Mon (Day 17) Rest day
17 July, Tue (Day 18) Rest day
Date Match Venue Local Time(EST) Teams
Semi-finals18 July, Wed (Day 19) 49 Edmonton 17.45 (19.45) Winner 45 vs. Winner 46
19 July, Thu (Day 20) 50 Toronto 19.45 Winner 47 vs. Winner 48
20 July, Fri (Day 21) Rest day
21 July, Sat (Day 22) Rest day
Match for 3rd/4th place and Final22 July, Sun (Day 23) 51 Toronto 12.15 Loser 49 vs. Loser 50 52 Toronto 15.15 Winner 49 vs. Winner 50
HOTEL LISTFIFA U-20 WORLD CUP CANADA 2007
Victoria
FIFA Hotel & Team Hotel (match 30 only) Team HotelHotel Grand Pacific Laurel Point Inn463 Belleville Street 680 Montreal StreetVictoria V8V 1X3, British Columbia Victoria V8V 1Z8, British ColumbiaTel: +1 (250) 386-0450 Tel: +1 (250) 386-8721Fax: +1 (250) 380-4475 Fax: +1 (250) 386-9547
Burnaby
FIFA & Team Hotel FIFA VIP Hotel Hilton Vancouver Metrotown Pan Pacific Vancouver6083 McKay Avenue Suite 300 – 999 Canada PlaceBurnaby V5H 2W7, British Columbia Vancouver V6C 3B5, British ColumbiaTel: +1-(604) 438-1200 Tel: +1 (604) 662-8111Fax: +1 (604) 431-7782 Fax: +1 (604) 685 8690
Edmonton
FIFA & Team Hotel Referee HotelWestin Edmonton The Sutton Place Edmonton10135 - 100 Street 10235 – 101 StreetEdmonton T5J ON7, Alberta Edmonton T5J3E9, Alberta Tel: +1 (780) 493-8917 Tel: +1 (780) 428-7111Fax: +1 (780) 424-1525 Fax: +1 (780) 441-3098
Toronto
FIFA Headquarters Hotel Referee Headquarters HotelInterContinental Toronto Yorkville InterContinental Toronto Centre220 Bloor Street West 225 Front Street WestToronto M5S 1T8, Ontario Toronto M5V 2X3, OntarioTel: +1 (416) 960-5200 Tel: +1 (416) 597-1400Fax: +1 (416) 960-8269 Fax: +1 (416) 597-8128
Team HotelWestin Harbour Castle 1 Harbour SquareToronto M5J 1A6, OntarioTel: +1 (416) 869-1600Fax: +1 (416) 869-0573
Ottawa
FIFA Hotel Team HotelFairmont Chateau Laurier Westin Ottawa1 Rideau Street 11 Colonel By DriveOttawa K1N 8S7, Ontario Ottawa K1N 9H4, OntarioTel: +1 (613) 241-1414 Tel: +1 (613) 560-7000Fax: +1 (613) 562-7030 Fax:+1 (613) 560-7359
Montreal
FIFA Hotel Team HotelHilton Bonaventure Montreal Delta Centre-Ville900 Rue de la Gauchetiere Ouest 777 Rue UniversityMontreal H5A 1E4, Quebec Montreal H3C 3Z7, Quebec Tel: +1 (514) 878-2332 Tel: +1 (514) 879-1370Fax: +1 (514) 878-3881 Fax: +1 (514) 879-1831
FIFA VIP HotelHotel Le St James355, rue St JacquesMontreal H2Y 1N9, QuebecTel: +1 (514) 841 3111Fax: +1 (514) 841 1232

*Referees will stay at the FIFA hotel except for Toronto and Edmonton
Jack Warner

Re: Preserving Our National History: Great "Nod" about our island........
2007-Jul-01-1226hrs
Is this contributor a Mausican? Or are the Bastien's Mausicans?
Brenda Alexander-Perez

RE: Mausican Reunion

2007-Jun-30-0657hrs

Greetings Errol! I was fortunate in completing the arrangements for travel and accomodation. I am so looking forward to being there! Thanks again.

Joycelyn Marshall-Barnes

RE: LOCATING MAUSICANS

2007-Jun-30-0654hrs

Thanks for the communication. I will be making the trip and I,m lokking forward to seeing you.

Love,

Joycelyn Marshall-Barnes

RE: Preserving Our National History: Great "Nod" about our island........

2007-Jun-30-0552hrs

Thanks for the info. I would like access info re the Bastiens book.' It is so important for our descendants as much as for ourselves to have positive images of our people. See you next month! pat
Jasper if you are reading this please reply to my questions with a yea/nay

Pat Ryan

Re: Preserving Our National History: Great "Nod" about our island........

2007-Jun-30-0148hrs
Thanks, Buzzie.

Since Garvin migrated, we have not heard from him. Get all available info. and bring it to Tobago. God spare life, see you then. I intend to drop Faizal a line over this week-end.

don Walker

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-29-1057hrs
Hi Faizal,

It's me Buzzie. I know that you are in Canada so talk to me...

Bernice Warrick-Tarradath

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-29-1056hrs
Hi Donald,

.. Good to hear from you...blogging, blogging ,blogging away. Well, I spoke to Garvin on two ocassions in the last year. One was when Jean Reid died and the other ocassion was when Dudley died so you follow. I have left a thousand messages for my dear Garvin but to no avail..he doesn't respond. Elmo caught up with him a couple times delivering mail on Flatbush Ave. He was told that there were plans to retire soon and move to Florida. Don't know if that has taken place yet but I still leave messages on his cell phone...

PS..The very first Mausica meeting was held at Garvin's apartment in Brooklyn when I discovered that Garvin lived only a block away from me. That was in March 1993. He attended a Mausica busride to Atlantic City in 1997, I think .. then we lost contact. I have a cell phone number for him. Will do some resaearch and I'll get back to you. See you in Tobago!.

Bernice Warrick-Tarradath

RE: Preserving Our National History: Great "Nod" about our island........

2007-Jun-29-0916hrs
Dear Errol:

This piece might be of interest to Mausicans.

Hudson Rogers

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/features/lifestyle/sfl-flsuntrinidadnbjun25,0,6845019.story
Well-earned nod to islands
Coral Springs couple gives salute to Trinidad and Tobago
By Alva James-JohnsonSouth Florida Sun-Sentinel
June 25, 2007
For many people, Trinidad and Tobago suggests images of supple bodies gyrating to calypso music or parading Carnival's spectacular costumes.
But the twin-island nation is more than that, as Sandra Bernard-Bastien and Elliot Bastien detail in a new coffee-table book.
In World Class Trinidad and Tobago: An Area of Abundance , the Coral Springs couple offers a panoramic view of their homeland, a Caribbean pantheon of world-renowned scholars, athletes, authors, artists, politicians, beauty queens and business leaders. They hope readers will explore the book's colorful pages this month during Caribbean American Heritage Month.
"Growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, I was always hearing about the great people that the country produced," said Bernard-Bastien, public affairs director for Broward's Children's Services Council. "Yet all that the media outside of Trinidad and Tobago were depicting was the calypso or the limbo or the steel band. It was as though nothing else existed in the country or that nothing else was created there."
Trinidad and Tobago, an area of about 1,980 square miles, is about the size of Delaware. Located just off the northeastern coast of Venezuela, the prosperous Caribbean nation has a bountiful supply of petroleum and natural gas.
The country boasts two Tony Award and two Grammy Award winners, a Miss World, two Miss Universes, four world boxing champions, a Nobel prize winner, two Olympic gold medalists and a foreign minister of China, according to the Bastiens.
It claims as sons and daughters such famous blacks as the late militant Stokely Carmichael (later Kwame Ture), a native of Trinidad; basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the grandson of Trinidadian immigrants; and author Maya Angelou, whose grandfather was also born in Trinidad. Angelou, the book notes, was raised by her grandmother in the United States. But she grew up listening to Caribbean music and was a calypso singer and dancer in the 1950s before launching her writing career.
Immigrants from Trinidad and Tobago are about 17,000 strong in South Florida, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But community leaders estimate the population at more than 20,000.
A politically quiet community, dispersed from Miami to West Palm Beach, Trinidadians are known mostly for their extravagant Carnivals, an annual tradition among Caribbean people throughout the islands and in North America.
But some immigrants from Trinidad and Tobago also are heavy-hitters in South Florida's business and development arenas. The list includes developers Lawrence Duprey, a Trinidadian billionaire, and George Rahael, a major player in the development of Coral Springs and other parts of Broward County. Duprey is featured in the Bastiens' book.
The Bastiens, both in their 50s, moved to South Florida 11 years ago. As children, they heard their fathers talk about Trinidadians who had excelled in their professions. They set out to preserve the legacy. Their book, published last year by Sekani Publications, includes people born in Trinidad and Tobago or are the descendants of people from the two islands.
The biggest challenge, the couple said, was dwindling down the list to 100.
"People are still calling us and saying, 'you forgot so and so,'" Sandra Bernard-Bastien said. "But we made sure to limit it to people who had made a world-class impression."
The book features such Trinidadian medical pioneers as Dr. Bert Achong, an internationally recognized expert on the study of viruses by electron microscopy. He was part of the team that discovered the first human tumor virus in 1964, and later he found another new virus in human cancer cells, according to the British Medical Journal.
And the Bastiens don't limit the scope of accomplishments to just Trinidadians and Tobagonians. Exceptions include a St. Lucian and a Guadeloupan who won Nobel prizes in literature in 1960 and 1992 and a St. Lucian who won a Nobel prize in economics in 1979.
Trinidadian-born V.S. Naipaul, a novelist and travel writer, won the Nobel prize in literature in 2001.
"A prize as prestigious as the Nobel prize, we wanted to include the entire Caribbean and not just Trinidad and Tobago," said Elliot Bastien, a management consultant. "The statistical odds of having four Nobel prize winners from an area the size of the Caribbean are astronomical."
Buy the book at worldclasstnt.com.
Alva James-Johnson can be reached at aj johnson@sun-sentinel.com or 954-356-4546.
Copyright © 2007, South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Re: Blog response

2007-Jun-28-0839hrs

Couldn't get on the response page. Please post this for me.

Hi Rodney,

When we met at Dudley's farewell you gave me three CDS - for Gerry Callender, Arden Springer and myself. Gerry received his and Arden knows that I have one for him, but he has not picked it up. There was none for Errol.

Hi Joan Batson,

Please contact me to get included on the Toronto / Canada email list.

Brenda Alexander-Perez

RE: Mausican Reunion

2007-Jun-28-0837hrs

Thank you for your swift response and vital information. Thanks also for getting my information established. I spoke with Anna Maria last night. I will peruse the sites that you provided and continue with my search for accomodation and flight transportation conducive to the dates that will work for me.

i, too, am hoping that I see you and other Mausicans for this reunion.

Joy Barnes

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-26-0902hrs

Hi Joan,

really wonderful to know that things are fine with you. All is well with me and mine. I'm still at Arima Senior Comrehensive. Hope to see you sometime soon.

Joy Valdez

Re: Rendezvous 03/07

2007-Jun-25-2059hrs

Anna Maria, Janice, Barbara and I spent a day and a half in Tobago last week finalizing plans for the reunion. We met with Jasper and Alan and everything seems to be working out very well. We have a great programme planned so please advise all participants to have all their energy tablets and other formula available. Tiredness will not be accepted as an excuse for missing any part of the programme.

Felix Edinborough

Re: Locating Mausicans
2007-Jun-25-1130hrs
Hi Fellow Mausicans,
I am trying to locate my room-mate Cynthia Addison (73-75). Last time I heard fom her she was married and living in the US. I shall be glad for any information.
Thanks in advance.
Joy A. James-Valdez

Re: Locating Mausicans
2007-Jun-24-2323hrs
Hey Errol,
Keep up the good work. I retired at the end of May and should soon have some time to devote to the web site. See you in T&T in a few weeks.
Conrad Thomas

Re: MY CD

2007-Jun-24-2133hrs

Hello Errol,

Did you receive a copy of my CD that contains readings from my two books. I believe I sent you a copy via Brenda Perez when we met at Dudley's homegoing. Is there a way I can have excerpts played on the Mausica website?

Talk with you soon.

Rodney Foster

Re: Locating Mausicans
2007-Jun-24-2033hrs
Errol,
I am trying to locate Garvin Phillips who I understand lives in New York. Buzzie can you help with a contact number, address e-mail or otherwise.
don Walker

Re: new email address
2007-Jun-24-1948hrs
I am retiring at the end of this school year. Only three days to go. See you in Tobago.
Gerry Callender

Re: Locating Mausicans
2007-Jun-24-1915hrs
Hi Carlston,
Wow! After all these years it was really nice hearing from you. I'm doing really well. Currently living in Toronto after spending the last twelve years in Ottawa. I only recently learnt of the Tobago reunion and I had already made plans to be in New York to celebrate my Dad's birthday so unfortunately, I'll have to miss it this year.
How have you been? Where are you now? Would love to hear from you.
Joan Batson-Jemmott

Re: Mausica graduate
2007-Jun-21-2226hrs
Hi Errol,
My name is Joan Batson-Jemmott and I just discoverd the website. I graduaterd from Mausica in 1974 but my name isn't listed. Please update your list to include my name.
In appreciation
Joan Batson-Jemmott

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-07-2308hrs
Dennis Conrad is fromt the 72 -74 yeargroup. He was the preacher in CrissCross.

Herbert Garvin

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-06-0605hrs

Hi Mausicans of 73-75,

Presenting one of our newest finds: Mrs. Radica Ramnarine- King. Do you remember her? I am an insurance agent, and through my business came into contact with Miss Radica, quietly hidden in Mt Hope, Trinidad. She is now a mother of three lovely young people and continues to teach at Mt. Hope Junior Secondary School as a Home Ec. teacher.

Also at this school is a Ms. Corinna Burket, whom I have not met as yet. Let's welcome Miss Radica on board. Told her about the reunion, of course.

Barbara Mellowes

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-06-0414hrs

You have aged Dennis Conrad by 10 years about. Dennis might have been in the 73-75 year group. Where and how is he doing?

Lionel Henry

New comment on Re: Thank You Mausicans

2007-Jun-05-2316hrs
Hi Myrtle,

I read your comments and was proud to be a member of the Mausica family at Dudley's celebration. my thoughts continue to be with you and your son who spoke so eloq uently and in even sounded like Dudley when he made certain references. Don't know if you will be in Tobago, if you aren't then I will contact you whenever I am in New York.
Brenda Alexander-Perez
Posted by Brenda to Mausica Reunion 2007 at 8:16 PM

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-05-1748hrs

Hi Dennis,

How are you? Do you still keep in touch with Lancelot Brown and his family? How are Emelda and the Kids?

HUBERT GARVIN,

I see Tantie Hordatt very often. About five years ago we attended The Gethsemane Institute and on one occasion we were studing the mystics of the early church. Miss Hodatt's group concentrated on Julian of Norwich a 15th century mystic, They presented their research in dramatic form and Miss Hordatt performed the part of Julian&n bsp; in costume and all. She was just great and when I shared with people from my group her approximate age, they could not believe. She certainly has lost some weight but the mind is as sound as ever and has a passion for the Lord. Let us remember her in our prayers.

Love

Myrtle Spencer.

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-05-1640hrs

Dennis,

What you doing posing as a "South Oropouchian?" I just never associated you with the area, m' boy. Lovely to hear from you. How's Lance?

Melvina Dick

Re: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-04-2223hrs

I too, would like to extend my condolences to Ann Gilbert. I remember her from being the year after me. Have not seen her for quite a while, though. It is so hard to lose a loved one. May God sustain her in her sorrow.
I will be in Trinidad next week for a few days. Does anyone have an address or telephone number for Ann?

Hazel Thompson-Ahye

RE: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-04-2155hrs

Sorry to hear about the death of Thomas Gilbert. If I remember correctly he lived in Santa Cruz with Ann his wife. Fuzz was a very friendly and warm person. He will be missed by all. Ann, keep courage I know you are a person with a strong character who will pull through this one. My sympathy to the entire family.

Earl Alexander (Alex) 69-71

Re: Locating Mausicans
2007-Jun-04-2107hrs
I read the note from Storm. What could cause a man to transfer from Haven to Mayfair?
Scratchy.

RE: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-04-2059hrs

So now the mystery is solved. Dennis Conrad you were, were you not in the 63-65 mix? All the best. See you next month? Pat ( allum). Looking forward to putting faces to the many new names I'm learning!

Pat Ryan

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-04-0121hrs

To all and sundry,

I must break this mini reunion to report that I was privileged to meet Miss Evelyn Hordatt this morning at church. Auntie Evelyn as she was introduced to the congregation was part of a contingent of worshipers from the St. Savoiur' Anglican church in Curepe who are in retreat at the Credo House in Couva. They visited the St. Andrews Anglican Church where I provide musical accompaniment for the service.I had always wondered if and when I was going to meet this genteel lady (the likes of which are hardly noticed today). She looks a bit frail, still tiny but with a big heart and hug.

Herbert Garvin 73 - 75

Re: Locating Mausicans

Hi Myrdith,

I do remember Dick Antoine. He resided in Sunset Villa but I don't have a clue where he is at this time. I'll ask Joan Parris if she knows...she seems to know the whereabouts of lots of our year group. Of course she will be in Tobago too...Dick was interested in Joan's roommate..I eh calling name!!! Maybe I'll ask her about him..another brain teaser!

See you around ..I love this...

Bernice Warrick-Tarradath

Re: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-01-2304hrs

To Anne:

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know what you must be going through now and what you are facing. I pray that the prayers and caring support of family and friends will hold you and your family up. Those acts have been a source of strength and comfort for me.

Sincerely,

Myrtle (Collins) Dickson 66-68

Re: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-01-2104hrs

Dear Errol,

May God strengthen and keep Ann and the relatives of Thomas Gilbert (Fuzz). He was in my year group 1970-72. He was always a very jovial guy.

Euline Fox-Peters

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-01-1816hrs

Melvina....dear dear Melvina it is Dennis Conrad...D.A. are my initials...(smile)

Dennis Conrad

Re: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-01-1816hrs

Hello All

Did Thomas Gilbert work with YTEPP? If so, he was a fantastic, hard working, caring person. If not, I still extend my condolences.

Merle Baker - 66-68

Re: Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-01-1134hrs

My sincere sympathy to the family of the late Mr. Gilbert. I cannot say I knew him or his wife but I know the pain of loss.

Joy A. Valdez 72-74

Re: Locating Mausicans/Thomas Gilbert

2007-Jun-01-1050hrs

Hi Errol:

Over the last few months it has been interesting reading all of the discourse among the fellow pre-service Mausicans. To be honest I began to doubt that I am in fact a Mausican as well. I think subconsciously I had my Mausican ring repaired and began wearing it again , I guess just to prove to myself that I really went to M.T.C. However, just having received the news of Tom's passing, I feel a sense of connection because I taught with Anne at Arouca A.C and remembered him as so pleasant and caring. My condolence to Anne and her family and to the Mausica family as a whole. As for Harold Telemaque, I remember him fondly. He interviewed me for my first teaching appointment and really gave me great tips on what constitutes a good teacher. To me he had a real firm but fatherly disposition.

Have a great day.

Jen Lynch-Barclay(76-78)

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-Jun-01-0710hrs

Hi Errol,

Another name to throw to the clan.... Dick Antoine..( 66 ), He was from south Trinidad and played the guitar. I can't recall where he resided in Mausica. The last time I heard of him, he was somewhere in USA more than 35 years ago. Does any one know of him or where he is ?It will be good to know.

Myrdith Osborne

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-31-2350hrs

Hi Mel,

if the Winston Jacent is the same one I know, I hope he is, then you may hardly have known him.

Hi Winston

did you ever live at New Jersey, La Brea and did you atttend PFC? If you are the same person then Mel was only a little girl when you were travelling on the bus to Point Fortin. Mel came to PFC later. Please let me know if you were from La Brea.

Myrtle Spencer

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-31-2324hrs

Hi Winston,

Yes, we are from Sobo, Sobo Extension to be exact. If you still have the photos of Jean Reid from the Toronto reunion, that's me she's holding hands and sharing a laugh with. I know Roland, Michael, Mervyn and Marlene Jack from Point D'Or (Ramjallacksingh Street). I don't remember a Mc Ewin, though. I'll ask my brothers. (How come yuh change yuh name-yuh married Miss Dacent!!!)Mr. Reid was my Common Entrance teacher. Mr. Jules was the principal (head master, then) when I was in the infants class, then Frederick, then Trotman. Mr. Telemaque visited when I was in fifth standard and hadn't a clue what a Bachelor of Arts was. I remember thinking he could probably draw really well.

Take care.

Hi Conrad,

I take it that you are from Oropouche. Is your last name Daniel? (NO, I don't know you; it just makes sense that Da should start that name. Nice of you to say Hi.

I love the way this "message board" is bringing poeple together. Thanks, Errol. You probably don't even realize the great deed you're doing.

Melvina Dick

Re: Not what we like!

2007-May-31-0727hrs

Hi Errol,

news just came to me that another Mausican has passed away. Thomas Gilbert "FUZZ" 70-72 passed away last friday. He was the husband of Ann Francois-Gilbert 69-71. Funeral this evening (thurs 31st) at 3.00pm in Petit Bourg, San Juan. Please pass it on to the mail list of mausicans.

take care.

Ansel Knights

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-31-0007hrs

Hi Mel,

I cannot remember you. did you all live at anytime in Sobo. My sirname in Brighton EC was "McEwen". Winston Mc Ewen. I am uncle to the Jacks-Randolph, Roland, Shurland etc.

we should bounce in Tobago.

Jacent

Re: Thank You Mausicans

2007-May-30-2342hrs

Hello Errol:

I am sending this to you in the hope that you would be able to get it out to Brenda Alexander and to all of the Mausicans who supported my husband, Michael Dudley Dickson through his illness and passing. To all of you who attended his wake and funeral and who collectively made such an impressive presence, I thank you for being there. You all came from so many parts of the globe to stand ,out of respect ,for him. My son and I will forever hold, in a special place in our hearts and memories, the picture of the massive Mausica group and what your presence conveyed about Dudley our husband, father, and friend. He, too, was a Mausican to the bone. I don't have to tell you that. For one reason or the other, I was unable to send acknowledgments to all of you. please allow this to suffice, then, to convey our depth of gratitude and appreciation to the Mausicans.

Sincerely,Myrtle Dickson

Asante Dickson, MD

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-29-2237hrs

I was Clyde Maurice's roomate in the Haven during our second year. He was from Oropouche, and I think he might have gone to Fyzabad Inter. I remember talk about Mr. Telemaque. Clyde has been Dr. Maurice for about 25 years now. He was a professor at Florida State University. I have no idea where he is now.

Scratchy (Theodore Lewis)

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-29-2227hrs

Hi Melvina!

Hi Winston!

I too remember Mr Telemaque . . . inspirational ...scary....I met him while at South Oropouche RC. Didn't even know Winston was from South...

Dennis Conrad

Re: Memories of Mausica
2007-May-27-1226hrs
Hi Errol
I am not hearing from jajjay...do you have an e mail address or two for other Mausicans in Tobago whom I might contact? Just saw a message re Fyzabd from Glenda Lewis on the Reunion Blog page.
Stay cool and don't take me off your list.
pat Ryan

Re: Student of Fyzabad Inter
2007-May-20-2105hrs
Hi Pat,
I attended Fyzabad Inter in'63, taught there in '64 under Frank Frederick, then went to Mausica '65-'67.
Glenda Lewis-Judith's sister

Re: Memories of Mausica
2007-May-18-2255hrs
Hello,
In reference to your comment:
Mayfair Mansion was dominant
...........in nothing.
That line spoilt what may have otherwise been a good narrative
Jack

Re: Locating Mausicans

2007-May-18-1041hrs

Hi Errol,

Thank you for throwing my questions to the clan. Through Barbara Mellows and Brenda La Hee I have found Elmer ( O' Neal ) Roberts ( 66 ) in Grenada and she might be able to help with locating the missing Jean Cruickshank for me.

Bless you. Looking forward to meeting you all in Tobago.

Grateful Myrdith.

Re: Memories of Mausica

2007-May-18-0902hrs

Hi Jacent,

I'm wondering whom you are because I also went to Brighton EC School when Harold Telemaque was inspector. I taught at Fyzabad Intermediate when I left Mausica. I don't know about Clyde Maurice but his brother, Claude, probably went to Inter too. He is a member of the Toronto-Mausicans group. You might know my brothers, Roy and Hamilton Dick from Brighton EC.

Talk to me.

Melvina Dick

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-17-0026hrs

Hi Fellas,

Kent Rennie went to Fyzabab Inter. Clyde Maurice probably went there also . He is from Fyzabad. I went to Brighton EC and i know of Telemaque. He was a School Inspector who all teachers and principals respected. As a student I was afraid of his authoritative figure I would like to meet his daughter.

Jacent

Re: Memories of Mausica
2007-May-16-2058hrs
Storm, that was great and very truthful. I remember your performance of the poem "Storm."
Felix Edinborough

RE: REUNION REGISTRATION

2007-May-16-1834hrs

Hi Irmine,

It is not too late to register for the reunion. Please get in touch with me at the number Errol gave you below. My cell # is 1-868-740-9036.I was out of the country from Friday to last night Tuesday, this is why you did not hear from me before. Sorry about that. Please get in touch.

We are hoping that most registrations will be done by the end of May. Thursday 31st May is the last day in May. We are really holding out to accommodate those who still would like to and also the July Schedule for the Boat to Tobago is not yet ready. Port Authority is not yet ready with this schedule so we still have some time. They say not until June. We are keeping in touch with them on almost a daily basis. Irmine get in touch with me.

Re: Memories of Mausica
2007-May-16-0953hrs
Earl,

It was a pleasure reading your account of the many contributions made at Mausica. Our book, The Mausica Era, when documented, will be a bestseller not only to Mausicans but the extended family(worldwide) of Mausicans.

dwalker

Re: Memories of Mausica
2007-May-13-1336hrs

MEMORIES OF MAUSICA

How I came to be called "Storm."

In the absence of text books our esteemed Harry Jo organised 'impromptu' concerts inviting students to showcase their talents. Most of us sang while a few played musical instruments. I decided to recite "The Storm" by Walter De La Mare. It was well received and I had to perform same at the official opening of the College.

How I came to be re-initiated

As the College opened in September (1963), it was the football season. After a few inter-hostel matches a representative team was formed. I found myself posting on the notice-board reports on all matches played by MTC. Our team was usually victorious as Winston 'Rick' Yallery-Arthur was a tower of strength in central defence. However, I kept pointing out to students that our team was not as 'strong' as was being touted. I therefore invited my Club, Fulham, to Mausica 'to show them up.' Fulham had the better of the exchanges that afternoon and I supported Fulham, much to the chagrin of Mausicans who decided that I should be initiated. Later that night there was this candlelight procession from Fair Haven to the tennis courts where I was painted, etc, etc.

Memories of my table tennis exploits

I recall during my interview for MTC that Harry Jo enquired of my table tennis ability and whether I thought that I could take a game off him. I had every confidence that I could, considering his advancing years and his physique. He came across for 'a knock' one afternoon and I outplayed him as he merely tried to keep the ball on the table. He became a fan of mine. I duly captured the MTC singles title and had my most difficult challenge against Yallery-Arthur in one of the semi-finals. Fair Haven supported me while Mayfair supported Rick. We played three games. It was a memorable evening as Rick was retrieving almost all my shots. Harry Jo invited PoSTC to spend the afternoon and bet a bottle of whisky that I would beat my opponent. I did. He bet again when we went to Port-of-Spain as their guests and again I did not disappoint. Harry Jo would bring his visitors to the Hall and call me whether it be Saturday or Sunday to play against them. I remained undefeated. Fortunately, I was always on campus whenever the occasion arose.

How I became Lawn Tennis champion

Following the official opening of the new courts on campus there would always be a large throng of learners. i decided to stay away from the courts but I had always yearned to learn. Fitzjames agreed to teach me during the Christmas vacation as I lived in Arima. Throughout that vacation I journeyed to Mausica and spent hours on court with Fitzy and his nephew, Clyde. My progress was rapid. When classes resumed in January almost everyone was asking whether I had been spending time on the beach, I was so tanned. When we went on court that week they were surprised. I added the Lawn Tennis singles title to my table tennis title. The effort had paid off and I remained grateful to Fitzjames.

Our first Sports Meeting in 1964

Interest in our first Sports Meeting at Mausica was aroused by Harry Jo who issued invitations to several dignitaries inclusive of the business sector since, he explained to us, his intention was 'to buy goodwill.'
Practice sessions were conducted every morning and afternoon by the four hostels. Each lecturer had agreed to donate a trophy for the marquee events such as the 100m, 400m, mile, relays and the Road Race. Gilmour Stephens, who won the high jump earlier that week, established himself as pre-race favourite and won both the 100m and 200m events as well as pilot Mayfair Mansion in the 4x100m relay for men. Annette Birch was the fastest among the women. I was training and coaching Errol Lashley of Mayfair to participate in the mile. I had to encourage him a great deal as he never fancied himself as a track athlete. The mile event would bring down the curtain on the day's programme. I was in Fair Haven but 'my horse' was in Mayfair Mansion. Selwyn Jacob and Esmond Francois, both of Fair Haven, were the favourites. It was a delicate situation for me but I positioned myself in the infield at the 200m marker and advised Errol re positioning himself during the race. Errol followed my instructions and caught and beat Francois after an epic duel during the final 150 metres of the race. I was delirious with joy and Fitz caught me celebrating with Errol on camera. It was a wonderful sports meeting.

Establishment of "The Mausican."

Mr Hamlyn Dukhan, Psychology lecturer, decided that we should publis a monthly magazine called "The Mausican." As the student who had beemn posting reports on the notice-board re our sporting exploits, I was automatically assigned to report on sports. The project was launched but suffered subsequently from late publications owing to the failure of others to keep deadlines.

Transfer from Fair Haven to Mayfair Mansion

After my first year at Fair Haven I decided to transfer to Mayfair Mansion and duly moved in during the last week. I spent part of the August vacation playing Lawn Tennis and planning to organise Mayfair to be more efficient. Felix Edinborough dropped in occasionally and I discussed with him the idea of 'Ministries' to deal with various aspects of life at Mausica. When Vernon Langdon of Arima entered Mausica as a first year he obviously joined Mayfair Mansion. He was a good table tennis player, a good middle distance athlete and a singer, inter alia. Errol became MTC's leading debater and Rick continued to be our key footballer. Mayfair Mansion was dominant.

Leading the MTC Choir to the National Choral Speaking Championship

MTC had won the Folk Singing Championship at the 1964 Music Festival at Queen's Hall singing 'Itaname' and 'Buddy Lindo.' As a member of that choir I vividly recall Mrs Cuffie's dramatic rendition as the soloist begging, even pleading and beseeching the captain to put her ashore. Then, I recall our rendition of 'Buddy Lindo' and here I remember the deceased Dudley Dickson who had brought some of these folk songs from Tobago for us to choose.Of course, our conductor was the indefatigable Fitzjames. The following year it was the Arts Festival and DG Cuffie thought that we must participate. Not many others besides yours truly had done choral speaking. We practised just before lunch with DG Cuffie explaining the poems to us so that we could feel them and convey those feelings to the audience. 'Journey of the Magi' and 'The Cataract of Lodore' reminded me of "Fall on your Knees" during our first Christmas season on Campus. 'The Cataract' was rather lengthy. We qualified for the finals but DGCuffie had to leave to go abroad as soon as College was closed. The final was carded during the second week of the vacation in July so members of the choir were asked to return to Campus until the final. DG Cuffie left me in charge of conducting the choir. It was a daunting task indeed but I scheduled sessions during our stay at Mausica where there were only about twenty of us. My fellow Mausicans were very co-operative and quite supportive. The evening of the finals eventually came and I felt confident. I had conducted school choirs before but this was Queen's Hall and the best six of the adult choirs. Before we began I tried to put them at ease. We all smiled. We gave a thrilling performance and we won. Several Mausicans turned up to support us and Fitzy and Harry Jo were proud. In 1967 I returned to the Arts Festival stage unattached and won both Oral Reading and Prose and Verse Speaking. Among the finalists in Prose and Verse Speaking was Wilton John representing MTC. Harry Jo told him during assembly on the following morning that a student had to respect a graduate.

Tribute to Harry Jo and Trevor "Mighty Soapseed" Davis

Harry Jo would invite questions at the end of his talks to us. Whenever he considered a question 'silly' he would say 'Next.' Trevor Davis won the calypso crown during our two years at MTC. I shall always remember this chorus:

"So don't mind he look so gay and easy

You must try to avoid getting him angry

Cause when he get vex in front of de class

We does feel as if he want to mash up we..next... next.. next..

Re: REUNION REGISTRATION
2007-May-13-1614hrs
Thanks Felix. I'll act on it ASAP.
Irmine Lewis-McKenzie

Re: REUNION REGISTRATION

2007-May-12-1650hrs

Hi Irmine,

Send in your registration to Anna Maria without delay. You may also contact her at 740-9036 or Janice Barnes at 640-2624.

Felix Edinborough

Re: ONLY PAT... the MUG

2007--May-11-1949hrs

Errol you are the best! I will contact The Fyzabad posse who have responded. Glad to hear from jean Thompson.

Keep it up.

Pat Ryan

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-11-0950hrs

I'm replying to Pat Ryan's question concerning Fyzabad Intermediate, now called Fyzabad Anglican Secondary. I am a 73-75 Mausican. I did not attend Inter but it was the school to which I was assigned after graduating from Mausica, and that I consider "home" after fifteen years of service, and some profound friendships (including one wirth Clare, the new principal, who was my colleague at the time). Last year, she came to New York with my commerative pen and tee shirt that marked our sixty fifth anniversary. Pioneer Yvonne Toussaint Pilgrim also taught at Inter; so did Daniel Gay, '75 graduate. Allan Noreiga was both a student and teacher there. Guess you'll be hearing from some folks.

Melvina Dick

Re: Mausican Graduation Ring

2007-May-11-0457hrs

Hi Errol,

Thanks once more for publishing the Mausican ring question. Please convey my appreciation to Pat for her reply with the "inside info" about who made it etc. I will be contacting Carol Reveillac to find out if she could shed more light on the subject.

Sorry Errol but here is another question to throw out to the clan......Anyone from Grenada with any news of one Elmer O' Neil who attended Mausica between '64 to '66 also Jean Cruickshank from south Trinidad of the same era ?Both got married but I do not know their current surnames? Where are they now?

Highly appreciative

Myrdith Osborne

Re: ONLY PAT... the MUG

2007-May-10-2238hrs

Hi Pat,

Glad to be of help...I thought you might have been offended by the suggestion. I have seen and read of many artciales of sentimental value being restored in this way. I have not seen a response from Gerry Calendar who I believe created the idea of the mug...he may yet come up with a replacement.

Looking fwd to chatting with you in July.

Tom (Conrad Thomas)

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-10-2218hrs

Fyzabad Inter was my primary school before I moved on to Naparima Girls. Joan Kydd ( a pioneer - I think) is also a graduate of the school. BTW - Can someone advise if it is too late to register for the reunion?

Irmine Lewis-McKenzie (Mausica 65-67)

Re: ONLY PAT
2007-May-10-2025hrs
Hi,

Thanks for all the information. I am interested in obtaining a Mausica Graduation ring especially since I was one of the pioneer students. If there is any information on this please let me know.

Jean Sealy (Thompson)

Re: ONLY PAT... the MUG

2007-May-10-1959hrs

It was simple really. The thing was getting out of hand so I came to what's left of my senses. The mug is precious for sentimental reasons which you would all understand. & nbsp;I realised that i do not love my friends or family any less because thaey grow older and lose some of their faculties ... the mug has become a symbol of that thought. Right now i don't think i really want a perfect mug. Life is really simple if we let some things be the way they are.

Thanks Tom.

Re: ONLY PAT
2007-May-09-2259hrs
Now I am really curious....Pat, how did you solve the problem, not with my off-hand silly comment :)
Tom

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-09-1628hrs

Thanks for all the info...Myrdith asked about the Graduation ring. I remember that Carol Reveillac organised the order for the rings in 1965 and they might have been done by her father or other relative. I don't know how long the practice continued.

I would like to know which Mausicans attended the Fyzabad Intermediate School in South Trinidad. We celebrated the 65th Anniversary of the School last Septembet and our late Headmaster Harold Telemaque came from Tobago. His daughter Clare is now Principal of the school which is now the Fyzabad Secondary School. Just want to see where this can go.

pat Ryan

Re: ONLY PAT
2007-May-09-0742hrs
I resolved my mug problem after Tom's superglue comment. I will be in touch with jayjay soon.
All the best.
pat Ryan

Re: Reservations (Mausica Reunion)

2007-May-05-1713hrs
I received the following from Anna Maria. Those of you who are confused by this new request, please read all the way to the bottom. I had initially been told that we did not have to pay until we got there.

Brenda

PLEASE NOTE TO CONFIRM RESERVATION: YOU NEED TO GIVE VIOLA'S YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER OR 1 NIGHT DEPOSIT TO ANY FCB BANK INTO BANK ACCOUNT # 100102. THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE DEPOSITING INTO FCB BANK ACCOUNT WILL NEED TO GET A RECEIPT AND CALL ME (ANNA MARIA MORA) AND LET ME KNOW THAT YOU MADE THE DEPOSIT FOR ONE NIGHT. GET IN TOUCH WITH ME AND LET ME KNOW IF THESE ARRANGEMENTS ARE CORRECT OR NEED CHANGING ASAP.

Anna Maria Mora

Anna Maria Mora <iammtrini@hotmail.com> wrote:

They did tell me initially abou paying when you get there, but now they say that if people do not take up those rooms they will lose so they want credit card numbers for those people who are living abroad. FCB (First Citizens" Bank) is for those in Trinidad and Tobago, you all will have to send credit card numbers. Hope everyone has credit cards, if no credit card maybe those with can help those without. It is $70US a night, so one night is a down payment or credit card number. $375TT is for T&T Mausican s.Is it that Florence will now take the room on her own? I will communicate this information to Viola's today. Will free up those two rooms.Those of you who wish to email your credit card numbers (if that can be done, not sure about the identity theft or credit card scams) the email is violas@tstt.et.tt or call Dave or Melissa. Dave has been working with me and he picks up the 2.00p.m. to 10.00p.m. shift.

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-04-1844hrs
Hi Carlston, Errol,
We are having a meeting on Monday 7th May, after the meeting I will email you if there is anything you can do when you go to Tobago. We are planning to go to Tobago at the end of May to finalize all the plans.

Anna Maria Mora

Re: Reservations (Mausica Reunion)
2007-May-04-1839hrs
Dear, Dear Mausicans,
The Following is a list of the people who have made reservations at Viola's Place for the reunion. Please indicate if you wish to share with another so that we can free up some rooms for others who may need.
Irma Cambridge Chadee & Janet Gumbs Lashley 1 apt for 2 persons 22nd- 26th July
Joyce Jordan Medina (single) 22nd - 26th July
Yvonne Murray(single) 22nd - 26th July
Harvey Sorias (single) 22nd - 26th July
Brenda Alexander Perez (single) 22nd - 26th July
Mennen Walker Briggs 3 persons, 1 adult + 2 children (triple) 22nd- 26th July
Patrick and Monica Ali (double) 22nd - 26th July
Gene LLoyd (double) 22nd - 26th July (reservations confirmed through travel agency with credit card)
Sydna Grell (double) 21st -26th July
Theodore Lewis (single) 21st-26th July (confirmed with credit card)
Janice Quamina & Ruby Barker (double) 22nd -26th July
PLEASE NOTE TO CONFIRM RESERVATION: YOU NEED TO GIVE VIOLA'S YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER OR 1 NIGHT DEPOSIT TO ANY FCB BANK INTO BANK ACCOUNT # 100102.
THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE DEPOSITING INTO FCB BANK ACCOUNT WILL NEED TO GET A RECEIPT AND CALL ME (ANNA MARIA MORA) AND LET ME KNOW THAT YOU MADE THE DEPOSIT FOR ONE NIGHT.
GET IN TOUCH WITH ME AND LET ME KNOW IF THESE ARRANGEMENTS ARE CORRECT OR NEED CHANGING ASAP.
Anna Maria Mora

Re: Reunion Mug

2007-May-04-1048hrs
Unable to assist you with a replacement mug at this time. There are no extra mugs remaining from the last reunion. The supplier will only do orders of not less than 72.
See you in Tobago.
Gerry Callendar

Re: souvenir mug

2007-May-04-1036hrs
Thanks Errol.

What is Jayjay's e mail address?. He has to know that I now have a laptop at home, had broadband installed yesterday but am having problems with something which is getting in the way of my access...still on the L plates. please tel him i would love to correspond with him. Using public access I shy away from unfamiliar addresses so put me in the know. I was referring to the 2005 mug. Why dont we always use the mausica logo and add a short message of inspiration for each successive reunion...Unity in Diversity this time around?. ask JJ to contact me asap as I want to communicate with Noel Duncan of Charlotteville...I don't know if he is also Noel Duncan of Mausica but this person does things with calabash. i wrote to him a week ago and would appreciate a quicker cotact. WOW! I've outdone myself here!
pat Ryan

Re: souvenir mug

2007-May-04-0903hrs
Hi Errol,

Thank you for sharing Buzzie's report on Dudley's send off. I appreciate all your efforts in keeping us posted. I remember Mausica having a gold ring with the shield on it when I graduated in '66. Can anyone remember such an item? Does anyone have one in his/her possession. I would like to negotiate having one made or purchase one since I do not have one and would like to get one.Please ask the Mausica Clan about this. I am sure I am not imagining this. I also hope CD's of MTC choir will be available for purchase at the Reunion in Tobago this year. Looking forward to meeting fellow students I have not seen since '66, as well as other members of the clan.

Bless you.
Myrdith.

RE: ONLY PAT
2007-May-03-2132hrs
Errol, ask Gerry Calendar to send Pat some crazy glue..and this is not for the blog
Conrad Thomas

Re: ONLY PAT

2007-May-03-2129hrs
Hi Pat,

This is Jasper Joefield in Tobago. Efverything seems set for a great time in Tobago in July. The Chief Secretary is pleased to welcome everyone to Tobago.We don't have any mugs but you'll get a beautiful T-shirt as a souvenir. See you!

Jasper Joefield

Re: ONLY PAT
2007-May-03-2124hrs
I will be in Tobago for the weekend of May 10-13. Is there anything I can do while I am there?
Carlston Gray

Re: 2005 souvenir mug

2007-May-03-1330hrs

The handle came off my mug some time ago and I would like a replacement mug if they are still available...can someone bring/send it to Tobago for me? I'll pay for it of course, Thanks. Pat

I would like to correspond with a Mausica n in Tobago asap. Thanks for that too.

Re: Dudley
2007-May-02-1506hrs
Thanks for sharing. The Scholarship fund is a good idea. keep me posted.
Pat

Re: Dudley

2007-Apr-26-0050hrs

On behalf of the Mausica Teachers' Alumni & Friends , New York Chapter, I wish to thank all the fellow-Mausicans and friends who sent in their tributes to our President and colleague, Michael Angelo Dudley Dickson. I am pleased to inform that Dudley had a send-off worthy of a king! How lovely and touching and how-so Michael! It was with dignity, style and grace, mixed with stirring emotions that filled the ambience of that celebration of his life. His son, Asante, ;rendered a one-of-a-kind reflexion of his father. Superb.
I was priviledged to speak on behalf of the New York Chapter. I did read out portions of the tributes sent to our website and topped it off with Mr Williams' tribute to Dudley

Mausica was highly represented by more than thirty colleagues. We were given the "important" seating of the first pews across from the immediate family. Songs of the Mausica Choir filled the air--Lead Kindly Light, Boca Chimes, The Hallelujah Chorus and Dudley departed the Church to the tune of Buddy Lindo.

Those who came from Canada, from New Mexico, from Maryland, from Washington, from South Carolina, from Georgia, from Florida to pay your respect and show your solidarity, we say thank you for being here for one who was a " Mausican to de bone."

May he rest in Peace. He will be sorely missed.


P.S. We have proposed a "Dudley Memorial Scholarship Fund" and contributions could be sent to our Treasurer, Mary Modeste.

Bernice "Buzzie..

Re: Dudley Dickson
2007-Apr-05-2148hrs
Today, 28th March, 2007, is exactly three months since the passing of my wife of 45 years. Today, 28th March, 2007 is the day that I am writing this memorial to celebrate the life of my dear friend of 44 years, Dudley Michael “Tola” Dickson. I have been fortunate to have been shown the nuances of the word love, from these two magnificent personalities, to whom I shall be eternally thankful for a condition which has had a positive impact on my living.

I first met Dudley on Monday 13th September, 1963 “on campus” at Mausica Teachers’ College. A busy-body, true man-for-all- seasons. Energetic, organizational, empathetic and self-less, focused on results through ole talk and that infectious laugh to make the task doable. Dudley assisted in forging the network which laid the foundation for the successful installation of the pioneers. He operationalised the students into work groups in the day – kitchen and residential halls – and at nights, in true Buddy Lindo style, with cuatro in hand he would lead the primitive Mausica choir in singing and other performing arts. Undoubtedly, this role conditioned Dudley for his outstanding contribution to the Mausica Choral Society. Off campus, at sporting, cultural, debating and other socially enhancing events, Dudley was an effusive cheer-leader which endeared him to the Academic, Administrative and Hospitality staffs and his student colleagues. Dudley became my “on campus” barber, and I supplied him his week-end fare of home prepared goodies from my wife’s kitchen.

Upon graduating from Stout State, Dudley resided in the Bronx, N.Y. and accommodated me there on my first visit to N.Y. I spent five days at Dudley’s on my outward journey back to T&T after a study period in DC and Penn State. We had a hearty laugh when I thanked him for giving me the experience of living in a steam laundry through his house heating system. To Dudley, this was no big thing, he was simply overwhelmed to accommodate his friend. Dudley distilled his friendship by calling me from his bed of affliction to offer words for healing at my wife’s demise, two days before her internment. His voice discernably weakened by the ravages of pain and suffering, but undiminished in its capacity for caring and sincere fellowship.

A member of the queue in the departure lounge has gone through the glass door, leaving the rest of us in the waving gallery peering through the glass. At a time, quietly saying our goodbyes. At another, looking at the shrinking queue-line and pondering, who’s next? Is it I --- to fly?

Good-bye my friend, it is worth to have earned your friendship. Free at last, God has called you to another place for rest and peace.

To Myrtle and Asante, be assured that Dudley lived a rich and exemplary life. Consider that he is free at last. Be strong and let the process of healing proceed.

Love you lots.

Eugene “Killer” St.Hilaire

Re: Dudley Dickson

2007-Apr-05-2250hrs
Delivered by Dr.Cliff Bertrand at Dudley's viewing:
It is strange
It is strange that the lord has called our brother Dudley home.
It is not strange that the lord has ended all Dudley's suffering.
It is strange that the lord has chosen this season of the year, the spring to start a new life for Dudley.
It is not strange that this is the season of the Resurrection commemoration of our lord and savior Jesus Christ.
The end of his earthly life as man.
Therefore, please bear with me while I expound on the occasion of the resurrection and its significance to our brother Dudley.
It is something wonderful to think about the holy season of Easter, because Christ's resurrection in not just a fact.
It is an irrevocable, unchangeable,and eternal truth.
Dudley has risen, he has been taken away by the lord's angels to eternal rest.
Today, I want you to listen to some truths from God's word as we think of the resurrection. The promise of the resurrection .
The fact that Jesus came alive again from the dead also guarantees Dudley resurrection.
In John 6:40 ,Jesus said to those who believe in him, I myself will raise him upon the last day
He repeated that promise at least three times in verses 39 54 of this chapter in John,
Then in the upper room Jesus told his disciples, Because I live, you will also (John 14:19)
Jesus wanted us to have the absolute assurance of life after death. Even though we may die and our bodies are put in the ground, because of Jesus we will live again.
The promise of the resurrection is comfort in the presence of death, when you have the sad task of placing your love one in casket before the alter.
1 Corinthians 15:42 44, It is sown a perishable body; it is raised an imperishable body,
it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory,
it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power,
it is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body
After years of preparation the lord has called Dudley, will give him a new body,
will reward him for his faithfulness and placed him beside the father in glory.
To Myrtle, Assante and families on both sides may the warmth of tender memories created by Dudley ,and the love of those around you, bring you comfort and peace?
Please accept my sympathy on behalf of my family and the staff and your absent colleagues of Mausica Teachers College
Cliff Bertrand