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Resource Identifier: oclc - 09994850 Full Text I "CHECK OUT OUR HIGH 92F LOW 78F SUNBREEE, ST-STORM PM The Tribune Volume: 101 No.195 WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 PRICE 500 BEST investigates US Navy operation * By ADRIAN GIBSON THE Bahamas Environment Science and Technology Com- mission is inquiring into whether the US Navy's operations in Andros may be causing increased numbers of cancer cases. According to Koed Smith, Ambassador for the Environ- ment and Chairman of the BEST Commission, concerns of ah increase in cancer cases have existed since the establishment of the US Navy's Atlantic Undersea Testing and Evalua- tion Centre (AUTEC). "It does concern me and particularly the government," he said. Mr Smith said that the BEST Commission was currently in dis- cussions with AUTEC through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs about researching these cases. An Androsian raised concerns about the incidence of cancer in his family. He said that his grandfather, his uncle, a cousin and several other family members and island folk who lived near AUTEC's base have contracted, and in the instance of his grandfather, have died from cancer. "I would not want to take my children down there," he said. He also expressed concerns that AUTEC's operations are causing dolphins to beach. He expressed his concern about a recent sighting of three dolphins lying dead on a Cargill Creek beach, which he believes is due to naval sonar testing. He also felt that what some say is a decrease in fisheries near the shoreline could be because "sonar. operations drove them away". In the past, deaths of a variety of marine mammals have been linked to US naval sonar activity. During the past few years dol- yol .ov OV N phins and whales have washed up on the shores of Eleuthera, south Long Island, Grand Bahama, Abaco and in shallow areas of the New Providence channel. Veterinarian Dr Alan Bater, who conducted autopsies on dead whales and heads the Bahamas Marine Mammals Con- servation Institute (BMMCI), testified before the US Congress that naval sonar activity in Andros have killed numerous species of whales and dolphins. Previously, environmentalists have claimed that sonar testing has had profound effects on marine life and causes the marine mammals to venture into shal- low waters and become stranded. They have also claimed that sonar interferes with the sensory system of marine mammals. In 2000, mass beachings.of marine mammals were recorded' in the Bahamas. And in 2001, the Marine Mammal Survey wrote a government report say- ing that 16 marine mammals were stranded on the same day. Recently, zoologists writing in the journal Nature said that whales and dolphins that have washed up on beaches could be suffering from the "bends"- bub- bles in the animals' tissue brought on by sonar signals. "We are currently taking steps to investigate these claims to ensure that the US Navy's actions comply with the law on environmental protection," Mr Smith said. This is the first time it has been made public that cancer cases are being examined and that sugges- tions have been made that the cases could possibly be associated with activities at AUTEC. No one was available at AUTEC for comment. CanBeBlown y AHlurricane 17' ? L ' 'u can rest easy knowing u have excellent insurance erage no matter which vay the wind blows. obody does it better. LIRANE MWANBWA UIfl~fliD. 8aVIAMEBO&AA6 L * By FELICITY INGRAHAM Tribune Staff Reporter HENRY Hugh Smith was acquitted of two charges of murder yesterday. Chief Justice Sir Burton Hall instruct- ed the three-man, nine-woman jury to deliver a not guilty verdict, finding that the prosecution, having closed its case, did not provide sufficient evidence to convict Smith. Terah Bethel, 28, and Larry Fernander, 52, were living together when they were shot to death at their home in the Garden of Eden, Love Beach, on July 21, 2000. Smith, a former police officer, was extradited from Atlanta, Georgia and brought to Nassau on March 21, 2001. This is the third time that Smith has stood trial for these crimes, but it is the first time that the case was followed through .to conclusion. It is reported that two judges had previously excused them- selves from the case. Chief Justice Hall told the jury that it is a question of law for the judge to decide SEE page 10 Pilots claim fee increase will cripple business * By CARA BRENNEN Tribune Staff Reporter BAHAMIAN pilots are up in arms over a proposed increase in pilot fees, which they claim if enforced would cripple their business and open the door for hackers in unsafe planes. According to one pilot, the Ministry of Transport is planning to increase landing fees, licences and renewals by as much as 500 per cent. The source claimed that the ministry is try- ing to keep the increase, "under the lid." The proposed new fees would include an increase in landing fees from $8 to $18, licence renewal fees from $200 to $1,250 and permits from $500 to $1,200, he said. The source said that the increases would SEE page 10 * By DANIELLE STUBBS Tribune Staff Reporter LOCAL department stores were unaware that they were selling or had ordered baby strollers recalled in the US because of safety concerns. Graco Children's Products Incor- porated ordered a recall of more than one million of its Duo Tandem and MetroLite model strollers on July 7. However when The Tribune con- tacted several department stores in New Providence which stock the Gra- co products, they said they had not been informed of the action. One store said it currently sells the MetroLite stroller, and another that it has both models on order. Graco says it pulled the models after reports indicated that 264 injuries and 529 unexpected collapses resulted SEE page 10 Qh A victoria Avenue Opp. :' ' u-a NEW CAR SALES Dowdeswell St. S 2001 DODGE A51996A9 ARA TSABR RAM I.. TO AAVALON 1 9HONASPI-RE Wmw ALSO: NISSAN SUNNY, PRIMERAS, TOYOTA COROLLAS, .. DODGERAM Nassau a Bahama Island uLd'ing N6ewspa 3 r #1 PAPER IN CIRCULATION Bhe AHamAS EDITI BAHAMAS EDITION -- a C a pro Tributes paid to Charles Carey Jr* 'm 1 i DESCRIBING him as a "humble and simple person", family and friends of the late Charles Carey Jr. reflected on the life of the local business and family man, who died of a massive heart attack in the early hours of July 18. Charles Carey Jr, 75, was described by family, friends and employees as generous and hard working. According to his elder son, Charles, he had taken his parents to Mia- mi that weekend for their medical checkups. His father was in the best of spirits. "We had a wonderful time," he said. But that Sunday night after they had returned home, Mrs Carey complained of not feel- ing well. Her husband got up Local businessman dies at the age of to sit with her. Towards morning, he was found slumped over in his chair. He was dead. Shock It was a shock to the family, because although he had suf- fered from a heart condition for a number of years, his health had improved and he had received a good medical 75 report. According to his younger son, Chris, who now manages the family business, Charles E Carey and Son on Dowdeswell Street, was start- ed in the early forties by his grandfather, Charles Carey, Sr. The millwork business, then known as Bahamas Woodcraft, opened on Bay Street near Symonette Ship- yards. However, when Charles Jr turned 21 in 1951, Charles Sr changed the name of the busi- ness from Bahamas Wood- craft to Charles E Carey and Son. In the 1960s the business was extended to include hard- ware. According to his family, Mr Carey Jr often reminded them that "what you see here didn't just happen overnight." Mr Carey was a skilled car- penter who passed his knowl- edge on to others in the trade. He was also an active mem- ber in his church as a Sunday school teacher in Trinity Methodist Church and as a leader of Trinity Church's Cub Scouts. In later years he joiried Calvary Bible Church, Collins Avenue, where he was also very active. According to Angela Moss, an employee for 25 years, Mr Carey was an "honest gentle- man and a family man who was always very understand- ing." Charles Carey Jr is survived by his wife, Joan Carey, sons Charles and Chris, daughters Mrs Elaine Cates and Mrs Loree Stephens of Peterbor- ough, Ontario, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services, conducted by Pastor Allan Lee, will be held at 5pm on Monday, July 25, at Calvary Bible Church. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Methodist ceme- tery. Zip's disappearance raises alarm over dog theft problem TIME is running out for a pedigree dog which was stolen at the weekend and will die without urgent mediation. Zip, a male Dog de Bor- deaux, or French Mastiff, was taken in the night from the premises of the Bahamas Humane Society. The society has now raised the alarm about the growing problem of dog theft, saying it has become increasingly le French Mastiff taken from Bahamas Humane Society aware in recent months of dog thieves striking in the night around New Providence. "While many stories are anecdotal, the Bahamas Humane Society have, sadly, had first hand experience of these unscrupulous gangs," said the society's executive director Kevin Degenhard. "On one occasion at least three young men were seen breaking in to the Bahamas Humane Society premises and when one of our inspectors discovered them they threw a U - I. Availab- Availabl shower of rocks at him and stole a puppy." According to the society, it would have required "a num- ber of people" to manhandle Zip off the premises. "This story is tragic as Zip needs the medication that he,, has been receiving, otherwise he will die. The perpetrators of this cruel and thoughtless selfish deed will probably bring about Zip's demise," Mr Degenhard said Zip is a very large dog and is reddish brown in colour. The society said his coat is normally short by nature but he is currently suffering hair loss. "He requires specialist attention and is unlikely to receive it at the hands of these callous people," Mr Degen- hard said, adding that the staff "are very fond of him and he is sadly missed." "This is a rare breed and there are very few, if any, oth- ers on New Providence. For those who are not familiar with the breed one appeared in the famous film 'Turner and Hooch'. "A police report has been filed and we will continue looking for him. If anyone passes us infor- mation resulting in his return and/or the conviction of the thieves, a reward will be giv- en," the executive director said. .. Members of the public who have any knowledge about the incident or the whereabouts of Zip are asked to call the Humane Society on 356-2659 in strict confidence. "Ensure your dogs are safe- ly secured on your premises at all times and report suspi- cious behaviour to the police," the society said. MUOPCAL from Commercial News Providers" BUYER BEWARE! 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Director firstname.lastname@example.com Delano: Chairman hm: 341-7777 PAGE 2, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 THE TRIBUNE " I P"%N4 | V m _a 4 * THE TRBUNE EDNESAY, JLY 20C2005NEWS Nurses to receive payments after more than a year * By KARIN HERIG Tribune Staff Reporter GRADUATES from the clinical nurses training pro- gramme arp set to receive pay- ments due to them after more than a year's delay. A group of 16 nurses who graduated from the programme in April 2004 have not received their full salaries for the past 15 months. Now the Ministry of Health says it hopes to remunerate the nurses fully before the end of the week. One of the programme's graduates, currently a nurse at Sandilands Rehabilitation Cen- tre, said that she has been strug- gling financially and as a last resort has even written to Prime Minister Perry Christie to appeal her case. The nurse, who wished to remain anonymous, said that because of the delay she has not been able to pay her rent or provide properly for her chil- dren. "I'm afraid that they are going to evict me from my apartment because I haven't paid the rent. And then there's been the high gas prices and we have to pay for our own uni- forms. It's really been a strug- gle," she said. Regrets Speaking with The Tribune yesterday, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health Elma Garraway said that the "ministry very much regrets" the delay. "But the good news is that we are now preparing their (the nurses) appointment letters, and we hope to pay them by the end of this week," she said. Mrs Garraway explained that the payments were.held up because of "several administer- ial difficulties," but said she could not go into detail. "We highly value all those in the nursing profession and we truly regret that because of these administerial problems the nurses were unable to receive early remuneration," she said. The Sandilands nurse said that she hopes to receive the money that is due to her before the 'back-to-school' period begins. "My children are going to need all kinds of things when they go back to school. Books, uniforms, and many other things. Without the money I won't be able to pay for it," she said. The nurse explained that she had entered into the clinical nurses programme in hopes of finding a better career to sup- port her family. "And for the past 15 months I've still been making the same salary I did when I was in housekeeping at the Depart- ment of Public Health," she said. Mrs Garraway explained that the clinical nurses programme is only one of the many initiatives by the Ministry of Health to battle the shortage of nurses in the country. "It's a world-wide problem, less people are going into the nursing profession, then you have people leaving or going into the private sector," she added. . Mrs Garraway said that Bahamas has been "quite suc- cessful in closing the gap of 300 to 400 nurses missing from pub- lic health in 2002." Fired security officers demand a retraction * By PAUL G TURNQUEST Tribune Staff Reporter THE officers terminated from Wemco Security and Credit Collections Limited are demanding a retraction of the company's statement that they were fired because of "low per- formance and poor service." During an interview with The Tribune, a decorated employ- ee who had been with Wemco for over five years said that she is already feeling the adverse affects of being "wrongfully labeled" on her future employ- ment. % On Friday, 20 security offi- cers from the company were unexpectedly laid off. Later that day, Wemco issued a statement saying it was forced to make the employees redun- dant as a result of losing a por- tion of one of its large contracts. The former employee who' spoke with The Tribune said: "I went to a place for employ- ment yesterday and the guy asked me where I worked previ- ously and I was ashamed to say so," said Lenamae Cleare. "But while I was thinking, he said: 'You ain't one of those Wemco set eh?' I was too embarrassed." "These kind of statements are threatening new opportunities and that is wrong. I have no problem with losing the job, that's fine, but let me have my dignity. "At least give me credit for the work I have done. I have all kinds of accolades and cer- tificates proving my service:So I can't just accept that state- ment," she said. Mrs Cleare said she and some of other officers who have been terminated would, if they had to, hire an attorney to have the statement by Wemco gen- eral manager Paul Thompson retracted. "I don't want no couple dol- lars from them, I only want my name cleared. What he has said has been in all the papers and on the news. They can keep their job... but just let us keep our dignity," Mrs Cleare said. Up to press time yesterday, attempts to contact Mr Thomp- son at Wemco were unsuccess- ful. 0- Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content - Available from Commercial News Providers" - _, - -M - "1W- 49 ^ "Copyrighted Materia Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" 0. i --o47 o o *o -m Ten-finger scan will soon be compulsory * By KARIN HERIG Tribune Staff Reporter BAHAMIANS will soon have to submit to a ten-finger scan when applying for a US visa. This new initiative is part of the US-VISIT programme which is designed to boost securi- ty efforts to prevent potential terrorist attacks. Michael Taylor, Chief Political, Economic and Public Relations officer at the US Embassy in Nassau explained that instead of submit- ting two index fingers, persons applying for visas will in future have to have all ten fingers scanned. The plan was announced by Homeland Secu- rity secretary Michael Che'rtoff last week. Mr Taylor said before the new scan system can be implemented, however, new machin- ery and software has to first be put in place. He added that'the Embassy does not foresee the additional scanning leading to an increase in the visa processing time. , .The main objective with the ten-fingerprint scan is to enhance accuracy. With scanning two index fingers we achieve 96 per cent accu- racy, with the scanning of the ten fingers we are approaching 100 per cent," he said. Mr Taylor pointed out that the enhanced accuracy will benefit the traveller, as there now will be less incidents where people are held up at airports and borders because their identities cannot be immediately verified. US officials say the ten-finger scan will only have to be undergone once, after which visitors will be subject to the two-print verification upon visa renewal. Persons travelling on a police record con- tinue to have the choice not to enroll in the US- VISIT programme. In his announcement last week, Mr Chertoff said that the move is part of the US' six-point agenda "to ensure the highest levels of accu- racy in identifying people entering and exiting our country." "Our department must drive improvement with a sense of urgency. Our enemy constant- ly changes and adapts, so we as a department must be nimble and decisive," the Homeland Security secretary said. No date has been given for the changes, but Mr Taylor said that the plan will most likely be implemented "sooner rather than later." New VoIP provider in Bahamas A company specialising in voice-over Internet protocol (VoIP) products and services announced today that it has signed a new partnership that will allow it to service the Bahamas. Viper Networks Incorpo- rated announced its newest distribution partner, operat- ing under the name Viper Systems Networks of the Bahamas. Elwood Rolle will be the principal managing partner of the company, according to the company's website. A statement by the compa- ny said that that Mr Rolle and his team "have built a formi- dable launch programme con- sisting of print advertising and other marketing campaigns to penetrate the Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean markets and bring Viper Networks products and services to the region." Viper Networks Incorporated provides VoIP products and services through distributors and retailers around the world. Service According to the company, the network of VoIP gateways con- trolled by Viper includes more than 350 countries and regions. Unlike most competing VoIP providers, Viper Networks offers its service on a pre-pay basis. It charges only for min- utes used and does not require any monthly fees. Viper has been pioneering VoIP service and technology for more than five years. Viper Networks CEO Ron Weaver said his company and its partners "believe that a com- bination of domestic and inter- national sales is essential to suc- ceed in the industry." According to the statement, Viper Systems Networks of the Bahamas is establishing a web- site for product ordering and customer service, which should be available for worldwide access within two weeks. 50% OFF Plus extra savings on selected items. $10, $20, $30, $50 & UP BAY STREET ONLY Established in 1956 by an old Bahamian family _ Bay Street (next to Athena Cafe) W Telephone: 323-8240 n Bachelor's Degree Programs Business Management Accounting & Finance Business IT Information Systems & Management Law LLB(Hons) Business Law LLB(Hons) Master's Degree Program Business Administration (MBA) Contact Success Training College 324-7770 E-mail: email@example.com web site: www.successbahamas.com I THE TRIBUNE WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005, .1t 3 . 0 THE TRIBUNE PAL vc-LUNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 E I U STITOR The Tribune Limited NULLIUS ADDICTUS JURAREINVERB-AMAGISTRi Being Bound to Swear to The Dogmas of No Master LEON E. H. DUPUCH, Publisher/Editor 1903-1914 SIR ETIENNE DUPUCH, Kt., O.B.E., K.M., K.C.S.G., (Hon.) LL.D., D.Litt. Publisher/Editor 1919-1972 Contributing Editor 1972-1991 EILEEN DUPUCH CARRON, C.M.G., M.S., B.A., LL.B. Publisher/Editor 1972- Published Daily Monday to Saturday Shirley Street, P.O. Box N-3207, Nassau, Bahamas Insurance Management Building., P.O. F-485, Freeport, Grand Bahama l o tm tAL A b i I( t 14 * - *-. 4M-- A. Cu 40l 4 -- o o -- -- - - -- a - - "Copyrighted Material -: Syndicated Content -_ - Available from Commercial News Providers" Sm" - C - a - Sm - Ce a- __ -- a ~ 0~ - a S - a *~ - -~ -.-.- S - -a -- a a - - - 6- - f.- o- a - * OMa 5m -*a a Sir Ronald correct on Zimbabwe EDITOR, The Tribune The following is a reply to the article entitled: "Zimbabwe: Need for intervention", which was written in The Tribune on June 20 by Sir Ronald Sanders. Dear Sir Ronald: I believe that all the groups that you mention have been set up with rules, regulations and criteria for the benefit of people and nations. The cleverness of Mugabe is that he is fully aware of what you have written, par- ticularly in respect of why gov- ernment and the UN are unable to intervene in the internal run- .._nng-of-a--country,-and- has- strategised accordingly. The criteria were set-up and decided upon with good inten- tions and were not drawn up to cover rogue activities of a leader who has skilfully manipulated and orchestrated actions that although inhumane and intol- erable fall within the laid down criteria of what determines internal governance. The issue is not why he has done this but what action should immediately be taken to rewrite the rules of intervention by say the UN, as the leader of this country has cocked a snook at all authority and humanitar- ian organisations after having bagged a considerable amount of aid over the first 20 years of .independence. There hMs been no quid pro quo. The essence here is not to work within the rules that have been laid down but to think out- side the box. One major mistake was for all powers to conveniently ignore Gukurahundi in Mata- beleland in the 1980s as there was no desire to criticise a newly independent African nation despite the slaughter that occurred by the fifth brigade. Another major mistake is to allow Mbeki to continue to declare the use of quiet diplo- macy, as action through South Africa, possibly determined by other G8 nations, is I believe the only logical solution. Unfortunately I do not see positive and concrete action coming from the AU (Afican Union) as generally speaking there has been seen a certain degree of dishonesty from that organisation whether it be by commission or omission with few exceptions. ALASTAIR SMITH Harare, Zimbabwe June 2005 EDITOR, The Tribune I WRITE to you as a PLP and one who believes that Obie Wilchcombe is doing a great job, as the Minister of Tourism; in facfTW6oiild iiot liesitafeto support him if he did indeed throw his hat into the ring for the next leader ofthe Progres- sive Liberal Party. His acts of bravery speak vol- umes of his commitment dur- ing the last hurricane in which he stayed with his people in West End. However, lately I have noticed that the Punch has been campaigning hard for Mr Wilchcombe as the next leader of the party and even though I have nothing against the hon- ourable minister running for this post (at the appropriate time), the Progressive Liberal Party does have a sitting leader now in the person of Perry G Christie and it is a great disre- spect to be allowing the Punch to run on with such nonsense. Let's not be like the FNM. I therefore ask the minister to set the Punch straight, and wait for the right time, to launch his campaign, if this is his intention. If the mminister is not behind this, then he should speak up. Let's give our Prime Minister that much respect. MR BURROWS Nassau July 19 2005 The love I feel for the country of the Bahamas EDITOR, The Tribune I can see my country smiling, At her children gathered here, How she beams with pride and pleasure, Enveloping all in love and care. Children from her islands scattered, Male and female, old and young, Black and White and Brown together, United in her National song. I can feel my country loving, All of you and all of me, * Hug me brother, kiss me sister, In this sweet Democracy. She feels our pain, she bears our struggles, Glories in triumphs and in progress, O. h my Islands, One Bahamas, Under God a country blessed. 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Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key, as this position will require,frequent interaction with clients. Excellent benefits package offered. Send resumes to: The Personnel Manager Bahamas First General Insurance Company Limited P.O. Box SS-6238 Nassau, Bahamas The deadline for applications is July 29, 2005. Ira. o - - ^ - ,it. * - LOALNES Experts warn of dangers as temperatures soar * By TIFFANY GRANT Tribune Staff Reporter IN THE midst of a particularly hot summer sea- son, experts are warning of the dangers high temperatures can pose to both humans and animals. In the early afternoon yesterday, the temperature" in New Providence was 92 degrees Fahrenheit. While such temperatures can create a problem to everyone, a local doctor said particular at-risk groups include diabetics on insulin and those who suffer from hypertension. Dr Gloria Ageeb, a general practitioner for 33 years, told The Tribune that at higher tempera- tures, the human body absorbs insulin at a faster rate. This can cause an individual's blood sugar level to drop, and induce a condition known as hypo- glycemia. Exposed "If they know they are going to be exposed to the heat, they should be sure that they have their glu- cometer, which checks their blood sugar level, if they do not feel well," said Dr Ageeb. She also noted that the majority of hyperten- sion patients take water tablets, which causes them to release large amounts of urine. This, she said, means they can become dehydrated more quickly than other persons. Dr Ageeb said that persons in this situation should drink plenty of water, and should not wait to do so until they feel thirsty. According to the US Navy Safety Center's web- site, the three most common types of heat-related illnesses are heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps, the first being the most severe. The symptoms of heat stroke, it said, include a temperature as high as 105 degrees and hot, red, and dry skin. Persons suffering from heat stroke can also expe- MP questions government's hurricane restoration figures * By DElI IlSE MAYCOCK money to have spent on labour detailed breakdown on who was He indicated that the account- Tribunre Freeport Reporter cost. The least he could do for paid this money, from where and ing firm of Deloitte and Touche is the Bahamian public whose mon- when." conducting an audit of the funds FREEPORT A Grand ey was spent and for the many Mr Gibson had reported that that have been spent so far. Bahama .IP is questioning the persons who would have made $6 or $7 million was donated by The minister said an audit amount if money government contributions to the relief fund is the private sector for hurricane report is expected to be complete says it h, s spent on labour for to give an explanation or a restoration. iq the,next few months. t- __,:-.__(___.___-'__ -,A nurrican restoration and repairs on the isl nd. On Tu day, Lucaya MP Neko Grant sail he is concerned about the $7.8 ni illion figure quoted by Housing vlinister Shane Gibson last week in Grand Bahama. "Of th,; $7.8 million spent so far on res oration work on Grand Bahama, :he minister said that $7 million a counts for labour cost which me mt a mere $800,000 was spend or materials. Those two figures ju t don't compute," said Mr Gran Minists r Gibson and Tourism Minister Dbie Wilchcombe, the MP for West End, were in Freeport ast Wednesday to view the progr ;ss of restoration works on Grand Bahama, particularly at West I nd. In add tion to the $7.8 million already s] ent on Grand Bahama, he report d that another $4 mil- lion was t ing earmarked to com- plete restorations here on the island. "I wish to on behalf of the peo- ple of G .and Bahama and the Bahamas a complete breakdown to whom ,was it paid, to what was it paid, aaid the areas of Grand Bahama that workmen carried out this v ork," said Mr Grant. "Seven' million dollars is a lot of WI DNESDAY JULY 20 2:00am I'ommunity Pg. 1540AM 8:00 3ahamas@Sunrise 9:00 r. Ballooney B. 9:30' Freasure Attic 10:00 ,MJ Club Zone. 10:30 :un '41:00 mmediate Response '12:00 !NS News Update 1'2:03 3ar. Today News Update 12;05 mmediate Response ethnic Health America 3 J'0K iPortraits In Black ' 40(Y! 3MJ Zone Club . treasure Attic 3:00 \shley Evans 3:30 J. Douglas Wiley 4:00 timothy Wright 4:30 3ospel Grooves 4:58 !NS News Update 5:00 jaribbean Newsline 5:30 Dybernet 6:30 News Night 13 7:00 iahamas Tonight 8:00 J eff Rodgers Basketball I Damp Fun Night 10:00 3ouled Out 10:30 News Night 13 11:00 The Bahamas Tonight 11:30 Immediate Response 1:30 pommuhitPa.1540AM I E By DENISE MAYCOCK Tribune Freeport Reporter FREEPORT The fact that YMCA officials nev- er approached the Ministry of Housing for hurri- cane restoration assistance is a "flimsy excuse" for the government failing to offer any, Lucaya MP Neko Grant said. Mr Grant said that Youth, Sports and Culture Minister Neville Wisdom was well aware of the dev- astation at the youth sporting facility on Grand Bahama. "I find it laughable for them to say they were nev- er approached," he said. "If they were never approached they were cer- tainly aware of the conditions because the minister personally visited the facility in Grand Bahama. So, that is a flimsy excuse." Sir Jack Hayward initially raised concerns over the condition of the YMCA, which was left in a severe state of disrepair following last year's hurricanes. The facility, which comprises a gymnasium, a fit- ness area and a recreational centre, caters to the island's youth. Sir Jack felt that funds from a $1 million donation made by himself and the late Edward St George should have been used to assist in restoring the YMCA. While in Grand Bahama last week, Housing Min- ister Shane Gibson announced that government would be contributing funds for the restoration of the YMCA. "I am sure if we were approached earlier by the YMCA we would have rendered some kind of assis- tance," said Mr Gibson, who had explained that the YMCA never approached his ministry. YMCA officials have raised $100,000 through fundraisers and donations by the private sector. They say $400,000 is still needed to restore the building. Mr Grant said it appears that Minister Wisdom may have been "showboating" when he was pic- tured in the newspapers touring the damaged facili- ty in Freeport. "He was standing in front of the YMCA and reviewing the damage. And certainly, unless he was just showboating, he should have reported to Cabi- net what he found when he visited Grand Bahama," Mr Grant said. He said Grand Bahama residents are tired of gov- ernment ministers taking and releasing "pretty pic- tures" while they continue to suffer. Layoff "It has to stop because people in Grand Bahama are suffering," he said, adding that the layoff of 45 workers at the Isle of Capri was most unfortunate. "To put 45 more people on the street at this time is just disastrous with 1,500 from Royal Oasis and the many others from the International Bazaar." "The government simply is not paying attention as I have warned them of this in parliament. I have read many number of reports worldwide and local- ly that they were not making the kind of money needed to achieve a profit, but the minister of tourism painted a different picture and those in parliament that sing about Isle of Capri earnings. "Well we now know that that couldn't be possible if these people are saying that they had to lay off 45. I hope that is the end of it, but I believe that it is not and that they would perhaps have to lay off more according to their mode of .operation," Mr Grant said. "The people of Grand Bahama simply cannot take anymore and we are demanding action on the part of this do-nothing government," he said. i rience a rapid, weak pulse and rapid shallow breath- ing, according to thewebsite. When an individual is experiencing a heat stroke, the naval safety centre advised: "Wrap damp sheets around the victim and start fanning them. "Wrap cold packs in a cloth and place them on the victim's wrists and ankles, in the armpits and on the neck." The centre said that in order to avoid heat ill- nesses, individuals should wear lightweight and light-coloured clothing, drink plenty of water, take regular breaks and eat small meals. Animals can also be affected by the summer weather. Executive Director of the Bahamas Humane Society Kevin Degenhard said the heat can have such an adverse affect on horses that it is illegal for surrey drivers to take them out between the hours of 1pm and 3pm during the summer. "Most surrey drivers comply with this, however we do see some of them driving tourists around back-streets during these hours," said Mr Degen- hard. He said the society will report any illegal activi- ty by surrey drivers to the Road Traffic Depart- ment. Mr Degenhard also advised that dogs should never be left in parked vehicles, even if the windows are down. The inside of a car, he said, can get "as hot as an oven," and a dog can die very quickly during the summer. Additionally, persons should provide shade for their pets and provide water 24 hours a day. Another big concern for the Humane Society said Mr Degenhard, is that pet shops are selling pet fish, particularly Siamese fighting fish, in very small containers. He explained that water loses oxygen very quickly when the weather is hot, causing fish to suffocate. "The Humane Society do not approve of the sale of these fish, who live alone, in tiny containers on people's desk." he said. Prominent cardiologists give defibrillator assurance By CARA BRENNEN the name of Metrotronic. He Tribune Staff Reporter said the situation with Guidant is a major misfor- TWO prominent Bahami- tune. an cardiologists said they Dr Forbes added that only have not fitted any Bahami- two of his patients ever ans with Guidant heart needed to have their pace- defibrillators, which have makers replaced for varying recently been named in at reasons and emphasised that least one wrongful death the pacemakers used were suit. not made by Guidant. Dr Conville Brown at the Bahamas Heart Centre in Reports Nassau and Dr Winston Forbes at Grand Bahama Cardiovascular Centre in According to media Freeport both said that their reports, a wrongful death patients got their pacemak- acton was brought against ers from other manufactur- the company in Jacksonville, ers Florida by the family of a 75-year-old man, Robert Earl Smith who died when ContrOVerSy his defibrillator allegedly failed to shock his heart back The US company has into normal rhythm after he been at the centre of con- collapsed. troversy after it was forced In March, a 21-year-old to recall more than a 100,000 college student, Joshua defibrillators. Oukrop, who required a Guidant said it has identi- defibrillator because he suf- fied 69 pacemaker failures.., fered from a genetic heart The models, recalled disease, died while on a include the Pulsar Max, Pul- spring break bicycling sar, Discovery, Meridian, trip. Pulsar Max II, Discovery II, These events prompted an Virtus Plus II, Intelis II and investigation by the FDA. the Contak TR. It is believed that the com- Dr Br6wn said that hospi- pany will face one or more tals in the Bahamas have federal or state class actions been able to install pace- on behalf of the 24,000 peo- makers since 1996, but said ple who are living with one that they use a company by 'of the devices. LA CASITA The Art of Island Living' 41()0/0 I Grant hlits out over YMCA~ -I I LAWN SERVICE izer, Fungicide, I est Control ll al Extepminatops 322-2157 WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 PAGE 5' . I T THE TRIBUNE PAGE 6, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 GN 245 OFFICE OF DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER & MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY RE: Traffic Press Release Notice Full Millitary Funeral Service for The Late Police Constable 2747 Henry Curry INFORMATION: Full Military Funeral Service for the late Police Constable 2747 Henry Curry will be held on Thursday, 21 July 2005 at 11:00am at Saint Barnabas Anglican Church, Wulff Road and Blue Hill Road. Interment will follow in Saint Barnabas Cemetery, Moore Avenue. ROUTE: The Funeral Procession will leave the Church after the service and travel the following route: From Saint Barnabas Anglican Church. Wullf Road and Blue Hill Road the Mourning Party will form into a Procession and travel east on Wulff Road to Palm Beach Street, south on Palm Beach Street to Moore Avenue, east on Moore Avenue to Saint Barnabas Cemetery. ROAD CLOSURE: From 1:00pm until after the Procession passes, the following Street willn be closed to vehicular traffic:- (a) Wulff Road between Blue Hill Road and Collins Avenue TRAFFIC DIVERSION: At the commencement of the Funeral Procession, vehicular traffic not connected therewith will be diverted through side streets. From 10:00am until after the Funeral Service, no vehicle will be permitted to park on the following streets.- (a) Wulff Road between Blue Hill Road and Collins Avenue Both Sides (b) Palm Beach Street between Wulff Road and Homestead Street Both Sides (c) Moore Avenue between Palm Beach Street and Lincon Blvd. Both Sides PARKING: Limited Parking will be permitted in Saint Barnabas Anglican Curch Parking Lot Paul H. Farquharson, Q.P.M. Commissioner of Police. THE TRIBUNE Sorority honours outstanding high school girls Price includes rustproofing, licensing and inspection to birthday, full tank of fuel and 12,000-mile/12-month warranty. 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VILLAGE -*I- AT ---i For more information, visit Atlantis.cem Eleuthera set for * By TIFFANY GRANT Tribune Staff Reporter TOPICAL issues facing both church and the com- munity will be addressed during Calvary Deliver- ance's Church annual con- vention. In a press conference yesterday the church's pas- tor Bishop VG Clarke said issues such as citizenship, juvenile crime prevention, substance abuse and women in ministry will be raised. "As a pastor I see some of the problems everyday. You go around the court, visit the prison, you walk the streets and you see things that are invading the homes and the lives of our people, young and old. "I personally feel that the church is here to bridge the gap. We are not afraid to deal with tough issues and we are prepared to deal with them," said Bish- op Clarke. This year's convention is being held under the theme: "All things are pos- sible" and will be held from July 24 to July 29. Convention participants will be addressed by vari- ous ministers from the Turks and Caicos Islands, the United States and the Bahamas. They include Pastor Rod Parsley of World Harvest Church in Columbus, Ohio. IfbI -- . .- a g a-E -u q - 4911 ano -40 4b ao Snia&e 406o ntent Aal g-d -0g -0 4b V f -W - "Cprihe Materia .og aw ag -db aw o -9 .- * b- -OW w- o - trst National Park * By KARAN MINNIS ELEUTHERA Bahamas National Trust (BNT) plans to establish the first National Park in Eleuthera at Cotton Bay Estates and Villas. Eleuthera Properties chair- man Franklyn Wilson made the announcement last Friday at the Clubhouse ground breaking ceremony for Cot- ton Bay Estates and Villas in Eleuthera. Cotton Bay is a 1,500-acre development comprised of 114 beachfront and ocean view Announcement made at ground breaking estate lots, a 69-room luxury boutique hotel, a clubhouse with full amenities and two sec, lu.ded beaches. According to Mr Wilson, the development intends to build on the concept of the first Cotton Bay Club, which was once regarded as one of- the worlds finest resort desti- nations. Speaking about the future national park, Mr Wilson explained that it Will be an, educational area arid a source of information on native veg- etation. Speaking to The Tribune yesterday, BNT director of parks Eric Carey explained that it will be the 26th Nation- al Park in the Bahamas. Pleased "We are very pleased that the Cotton Bay Development Company has recognised the importance of conservation and has committed themselves to setting aside a parcel of land for such development, and we hope that .others will follow in this trend." Mr Carey explained that the BNT is currently in discussion with the principals of Eleuthera Properties and that the total amount of land that will be donated has not yet been decided upon. The BNT, which was estab- lished in 1959 by Act of par- liament, is a non-governmen- tal, self-funded, statutory body, dedicated to the devel- opment and management of the National Park system in the Bahamas. It makes vital contributions to local fisheries and wildlife management, environmental protection, and historic preser- vation. Bond fans hail Cafe Martinique recreation KERZNER International's new Marina Village has caught the attention of James Bond fans for resurrecting a 007 dining classic. The newly opened development was yesterday featured in an arti- cle on the James Bond website www.mi6.co.uk, which applauded Chef Jean-George Vongerichten recreation of the "legendary Caf6 Martinique originally made famous by its appearance in the 1965 James Bond classic, Thunderball." Bond enthusiasts say they expect the new restaurant to "recreate some old James Bond magic." "The restaurant features a delectable menu of French gourmet fare for which Chef Vongerichten is known. "Redesigning the legendary Caf6 Martinique in a more contem- porary style is acclaimed New York designer Adam Tihany, who has achieved worldwide acclaim for his spectacular hotel and restaurant designs including Jean Georges in New York, the article. It noted that the new would feature certain "iconic elements" including "a wrought-iron birdcage elevator, a dramatic mahogany staircase and elegantly etched glass windows help to rekindle its much celebrated ambiance. Caf6 Martinique is slated to open on July 29. Marina Village, a 65,000 square foot development skirting the Atlantis marina, was designed to resemble "a quaint Bahamian set- tlement" according to Kerzner. It opened on July 15; however some of its 21 retail outlets and resta- raunts, including Caf6 Martinique, have been scheduled to open lat- er this month. I - qq --.u -IN. ".. -A -. a - ,,nm~lmP qb. o "'- w p, -n, -- - p~ ibn) Bai lywoj S1THE NATIONAL INSURANCE BOARD NOTICE Payment of Benefits and Assistances for the month of July 2005, will be made in the following districts, at the following pay stations between the hours stated below: ADELAIDE DISTRICT: Thursday, July 21, 2005:12 noon 12:30p.m., at the Church Hall. CARMICHAEL DISTRICT Thursday, July 21,2005: 9:30a.m. 11:45a.m., at Beacon Hill Church of Nazarene, Carmichael Road. GAMBLER DISTRICT: Thursday, July 21, 2005:12:45p.m. 1:30p.m., at St. Peter's Church Hall. FOX HILL DISTRICT: Thursday, July 21, 2005:9:30a.m. 3:00p.m., at the National Insurance Board's Fox Hill Sub- Office. Persons who cannot collect their cheques on the dates stated, may collect them throughout the month of August 2005, from 9:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., Monday to Friday. WULFF ROAD LOCAL OFFICE: Thursday, July 21, 2005: 9:30a.m. 4:00p.m. at the National Insurance Board's Wulff Road Local Office. Persons who cannot collect their cheques on the dates stated, may collect them throughout the month of August 2005, from 9:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., Monday to Friday. SOUTHERN DISTRICT: Thursday, July 21, Monday, July 25,2005: 9:30a.m.- 4:00p.m., at The Bahamas Public Service Union Hall, East Street South. GRANTS TOWN DISTRICT: 1. Thursday, July 21 Wednesday, July 27, 2005: 9:30a.m. 4:00p.m. All persons with surnames beginning with the letters "A" "L", at the Cat Island United Association Hall #1, Market and Vesey Streets. 2. Thursday, July 21 Monday, July 25, 2005:9:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. All persons with surnames beginning with the letters "M" "Z", at the Salvation Army Hall, Meadow Street. 3. Tuesday, July 26 Wednesday, July 27, 2005: 9:30a.m. 4:00p.m. Persons who did not collect their cheques from the respective stations on the days specified, may collect them at the Cat Island United Association Hall #1, Market and Vesey Streets, on the above-mentioned dates. PLEASE NOTE: Cheques must be collected from the listed pay stations on the dates and times given. In cases of emergency, uncollected cheques may be collected from the Pensions Department, at the Jumbey Village Complex throughout the month of August 2005 between the hours of 9:30a.m. and 4:00p.m. Claimants and/or their representatives are required to produce proper identification in order to collect their cheques. Acceptable forms of identification for claimants collecting their own payments are: Their National Insurance Registration Card, together with any one of the following: 1. A Passport; 2. A Voter's Card; or 3. Any other document which establishes, conclusively, the identity of the claimant. Where the claimant is sending a representative to collect his/ her cheque, the representative should provide an Authorization Form completed by the claimant, or a letter authorizing the Board to pay the representative, together with any of the above-listed items to identify the representative. All claimants and/or their representatives are advised that should they fail to provide satisfactory documents to identify themselves as requested above, there may be a delay or denial of payments. k, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 PAGE 7 o o 0 - - * THE TRIBUNE Consultants make important choice for the future of New Providence A FTER Canadian reg- A ulators panned a union pension fund for making "imprudent" investments in Bahamian hotels during the 1990s, a team of development consultants is deciding the future of two landmark prop- erties on New Providence. The Ontario Financial Ser- vices Commission recently cited poor investment decisions and potential conflicts of interest by the Canadian Commercial Workers Industry Pension Plan one of the largest private- sector funds in Canada. The CCWIPP manages a bil- lion dollars in assets on behalf of more than 180,000 members of the United Food and Com- mercial Workers Union. And after regulators urged the fund to conduct a "complete, inde- pendent due diligence review" of its Bahamian interests, big changes are in the works, sources say. Neither the British Colonial Hilton nor the South Ocean Beach Resort has so far earned a return on investment for the beleaguered Canadian pension fund which assumed full lia- bility for the properties after the owner defaulted five years ago. But a Coral Gables con- sulting firm called Allen and Co has reportedly been working on an "exit strategy" for the fund. The Sins of the Father The fund's Bahamian investments were part of a multi-million-dollar lend- ing spree to a former priest named Ronald Hubert Kelly, who had remade himself into one of Canada's top real estate tycoons in only a few short years. Kelly is an interesting story in' his own right. As a small- town parish priest, 'he pleaded guilty in 1979 to indecently assaulting five boys, was par- doned a few years later and went on to become a top aide to Toronto's Cardinal, Emmett Carter. But he left the priest- hood abruptly in 1990. He then launched a meteoric career as a real estate develop- er. Risking his life savings to pull together enough financing to buy a bankrupt Toronto hotel, he went on to buy more properties and eventually began rubbing shoulders with Canada's business and political elite. Kelly's company, RHK Cap- ital, acquired malls, hotels and office buildings across Canada and became the pension fund's biggest investment partner. According to the Toronto Star, the CCWIPP bankrolled Kel- ly's early hotel acquisitions and the union got new members in return. By the time they parted ways a few years ago, the fund had invested over $200 million in Kelly's projects. High on the list was the $90 million acquisition and rede- velopment of the landmark British Colonial Hotel in Nas- sau, which Kelly bought in 1997. The following year he borrowed more pension fund money to buy the bankrupt S Beach Resort for $ Former finance William Allen rec government was p contact was first ma ly on the British C ject: "At the time w to get foreign inve the BC was seen a catalyst for the red of the city, whicl more depressing th today...But it seeme the critical mass rec South Ocean proje contemplated by" tal." According to a: banker, "The BC p very positive imj Bahamas. There ar sons why it was n' success, but most r country and the wa) developers in doil Neither the British Colo Hilton nor the South Ocea Beach Resort has so far ea a return on investment fo beleaguered Canadian pei fund which assumed ful liability for the properties the owner defaulted five y ago 1' South Ocean $18 million. minister Sir alls that the leased when ade with Kel- Kelly actually made a contribu- tion and did not benefit per- sonally." The 'New' Colonial Hotel colonial pro- ie were keen he British Colonial was estment and built in 1922 by the is a possible Munson Steamship Line, with development the help of a government loan. h was even For years it was the centre of ien than it is Nassau's social life, and was ed to me that owned by the Oakes family for uired by the more than half a century. But ct was never by the mid-1990s it was almost RHK Capi- derelict, giving rise to fears of demolition. The main building former local had been mothballed for years ?roject had a while the newer wing where pact on the BISX is today was operated as re many rea- a Best Western motel. ot a roaring RHK Capital took over in relate to the 1997, planning to invest $40 mil- y it frustrates lion to fix the hotel and build ng business, adjacent condos and a marina. It took two years of painstaking work to restore the BC to its former glory. And in early December, 1999 nial Ron Kelly hosted government leaders and VIP's (including his Lin former boss, the Cardinal of Toronto) to a lavish opening irned party. It was a glittering affair, made even more so by the r the knowledge that the restoration 1had ended up costing over $90 nsion million. "The resurgence of the I British Colonial symbolises the after resurgence of the Bahamas," after Mr Kelly told the assembled ear high and mighty at the opening rears event. "The BC is the heart and soul of this country...and the whole concept was to preserve the history andintegrity 4b qt. building. It is one of tli' big names in the global hotel mar- ket." But even before the restora- tion ended, Kelly had run into financial problems. When he defaulted on his loan in July, 2000, the CCWIPP through a subsidiary stepped in to take over. It has since met all oblig- ations and maintained the hotel at a high standard, despite not receiving "a single dollar" from the business over five years. A ccording to a recent report, the pension fund "maintains a long-term view of its investments (and) has not abandoned its vision (for) the British' Colonial site, which still stands as an intended, although very lonely, catalyst to downtown development and renewal." Michael Hooper, the Hilton- So it seems that EP Taylor's original vision may finally come to pass albeit 40 years behind schedule and all will live happily ever after. appointed general manager, confirmed that the hotel was trading well this year, with 88 per cent average occupancy: "But I can't speak for the own- ers." Nor could the owners them- selves. So Allen and Co spoke for them. According to Chris Allen, the BC's performance over the past five years was dis- appointing: "This year Hilton has done well, but the owners have not received a single dollar in fees since the hotel reopened. The contract still has a ways to go, but they will have to per- form. The offices have good tenants and are doing excep- tionally well." He told Tough Call that the fund's restructuring of its invest- ments includes an agreement with a "two billion dollar New York company" to build an international yacht club and marina complex plus condos on land to the west of the hotel - as had originally been planned by RHK Capital. "We should be able to apply to the government for a heads of agreement on this $f50 mil- lion project within 30 days," he said. "Davis & Davis are the lawyers." New Providence's SeCond City In the late 1960s, another Canadian investor.- E. P. Taylor, the man who built Lyford Cay began planning a "second city" on the largely. uninhabited southwest coast of New Providence. In 1972 his South Ocean Golf Club opened for play, followed soon after- wards by the 120-room South Ocean Beach Hotel, all for an investment of just under $6 mil- lion. Over the years Taylor's company New Providence Development had assembled some 5,000 acres in the area, much of it carved out of the old Clifton estate. He envisaged an entire community with shop- ping centres, schools, churches, industrial parks and even an inland port, as well as more golf courses and hotels. "It is our objective to build a ola2001$ tOihT,9o sqP- $10,90 Mmy ^, y H1997 Gld ,w hv. l wil Maymonouee is dw$vSnmeMuryam r=amilhwne(iswvkL EXECUTIVE Collins Ave (Southof 6thTerrace) EAX CU TIVE Open Mon to Fri 8am 5:30pm RIT Rf 0T Sat 8am 12noon , MOTORS LTD Tel: 22-6705/6Fax:3226 -6714 S E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com AUTHORISED TOYOTA DEALER Salespersons: Pam Palacious Parts and service guaranteed Terrol Cash Barry Pinder well-balanced, integrated com-z munity," he told The Tribune, in 1972. "There is a shortage. ofi housing for Bahamians and we, hope to have homes at popular;! prices. We have confidence. in the future and have spent ove, $10 million on land since 1967 and as yet we have received 0io, return on our money -s. And he never did see ,, return. The project oupderxI, and New Providence. Develq'- ment eventually tired of sup7. porting it, selling the resort to. Divi Hotels in 1986. When Divi went belly up in 1990 the prop- erty was picked up by. Rlg'ad which flipped it to a C anadian. company called, i:i re five' years later. ., n fact, the South Oceaan, .Beach Hotel has never' made money. Analysts say it, needs a huge investment like' Atlantis to achieve critical mass. The pension fund lost $20 mil- lion at South Ocean between 1998 and 2003 alone, and final-- ly closed the hotel last summer, putting 85 people out of work. The plan was to upgrade the golf course and renovate the hotel for a winter re-opening this year, but there were justifi- able fears that the owners wetr Abandoning the'investment. :s Not yet, it seems. Consultant Chris Allen says a joint venture has been arranged with one of the world's biggest real estate firms to redevelop the 200-acre hotel and golf course property. Greg Norman Golf Design has already started work on th@- links, and a top Canadian con- tractor has been lined up to build a new 500-room 4-star hotel with casino, spa and maria , na. An open residential coml, munity is also planned. ; "The golf course and mannA. are expected to open in early. 2007 and the hotel should be ready for the 2007 winter sear- son," Mr Allen told Tougo. Call. "This property has great. potential and the Bahamas il red hot right now. The govern- ment is being very supportive. and the pension fund will retain. a stake in the developments, *which we think will be very,. successful." A Happy Meeting in Heaven I, eanwhile, New Prov- idence Development - now controlled by another. Lyford Cay bigwig named Joe,, Lewis is planning a billion-, dollar golf and residential com-. munity nearby dubbed the, Albany Project. .. And NPD is also working, with the government to create a new port at Clifton, between the power plant and the brew- ery, with a new road corridor into the city. - The port will remove the shipping terminals from down- town Nassau a prerequisite. for any redevelopment of the city itself. A public/private p~it- nership has already been formed to spearhead this multi+J million-dollar project, which if expected to transformthte;; downtown area, as well as.the. shoreline from Montagu to Cable Beach. . So it seems that EP Taylor k- original vision may finally come to pass albeit 40 years behind schedule and. all will live hap- pily ever after. I ,: New Providence Develop-4 ment will achieve its long-held,; dreams. Ron Kelly now said to be in Panama will no doubt, ' breathe a sigh of relief. Thq,: fund managers who backed him will be able to look their subi scribers in the eye again. 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The three testified that they saw a red hatchback after hear- ing what they thought were gun- shots, but Mr Wong agreed that the neighbour did have a similar vehicle. Letisha Colebrooke told the court that she loaned her red- Hyundai Accent hatchback to Smith the day before the mur- ders. She told the court that when the car was returned to her the doors were open and the keys were under the mat, which she thought was unusual. Smith's daughter, Paige, told the court that about a year. before her mother was killed, she directed her father to the Love Beach home. A police officer, who told the court he had worked with Smith- "off and on for a few years", testified that Smith appeared nervous and jittery as he stood in line at the International Departures Section at Nassau International Airport on July 21, 2000. Dennis Fernander was in the Love Beach home at the time of the murders. He described the man he saw as "not much taller than Terah, light skinned, with bushy eyebrows and a scar on his forehead." The killer, he said, got into an argument with Mr Fernander before shooting him. The young boy said the gunman then turned and said, "Terah, I love you", before gun- ning her down. Smith left the country for the United States and a public bul- letin had to be put out as he was wanted for questioning about the murders. It was because of this that Dennis, now 15, was not allowed to identify Smith in court. Prosecutors Albertha Bartlett and Jacqueline Forbes-Foster explained that as Smith was not in the country, an identification parade could not be conducted without prejudice in light of the bulletin. "The burden of proof rested entirely with us from the very beginning," said attorney Bartlett. "The fact that the jury was directed by the judge to return a verdict of not guilty was on a point of law: That does not mean that the accused did not commit the offence as charged." Smith's attorney, Murrio Ducille said: "Every person charged before the court is pre- sumed innocent. As one great juror said, 'It is better that 99 guilty men go free than for one innocent man to be imprisoned'. Although Henry Hugh Smith was acquitted of the crimes, he remains in prison where he is serving a term for the attempt- ed murder of a 12-year-old girl. Angela Hinsey was playing hopscotch in front of her home on Crooked Island Street when a car passed by and the occu- pants opened fire. It is believed that the bullet was not intended for the little girl, who was a stu- dent at CC Sweeting Secondary High School. She was shot in the neck, chest, back, and twice in the leg, but miraculously survived. After yesterday's decision, he will be a free man once he com- pletes his present sentence. Heriy Smith was married to Terah Bethel in 1991. The vic- tim's mother, Sandra Bethel, p said the relationship started out well, but Smith became abusive to the point where her daughter decided to file for divorce. Ms Bethel said she felt Smith did not like the fact that Terah was successfully moving on with her life. The couple had two children, Letika, 13, and Paige, 12. Smith also has a six-year-old daugh- ter, Kenya. Larry Fernander operated Bahamas Extermination and Sanitation Services (BESS) for many years. Both Terah and Mr Fernan- der were married to other peo- ple, but were separated from their spouses. She was working as a croupi- er at Atlantis. Both left their jobs around 3am and went, home together. About an hour later, neighbours heard "rapid, gunfire". Smith was free on $50,000i bail at the time of the murders.; However, he jumped bail and. went to the US, where he was- eventually held by authorities there, and returned to the; Bahamas for trial. Stores unaware of recall FROM page one from faulty latches on both style strollers. Graco said that of the one million Duo Tandem strollers manufactured between 1994 and 1999, 230 injuries have been reported and 306 col- lapses. And of the approximate 143,000 MetroLite strollers manufactured in 2000 and 2001, there were a reported 223 collapses, causing 34 injuries. The baby department at Kelly's Home Centre Limited yesterday confirmed that they are carrying the Graco Metro MetroLite Stroller, and a sim- ilar style stroller to the Graco Duo Tandem. Latoya Smith, manager of the Baby Department, told The Tribune yesterday that Kelly's will "take back any of the strollers from consumers who may have had problems with them and can show proof that they purchased it from Kelly's." Although not carrying the identical recalled models, a salesperson in the baby depart- ment at Multi Discount Furni- ture told The Tribune that the Graco Duro Glider stroller, similar to that of the Duo Tan- dem is on stock in addition to a large selection of other Graco brand strollers. A store manager at Multi Discount also confirmed yes- terday that the Duo Tandem had previously been on stock, but is now sold out. Similar to Kelly's policy, the manager said if the store had any of the recalled strollers on stock, "they would most cer- tainly be taken off the floor." A salesperson at the Cost Right discount mart located at the Town Centre Mall told The Tribune that the store has both the Duo Tandem and Metro MetroLite strollers on order. Although Cost Right could not confirm what the sale price of the strollers would be, the salesperson said the order should arrive within two to three weeks. Solomon's Super Centre and smaller stores like the Tiny Shop said yesterday that they do carry baby strollers, but not of the Graco brand. Model numbers for the recalled Duo Tandem strollers that consumers are being urged to look for are: 7950, 7955, 7960, 7965, 7970 and 7980, with serial numbers between 01011994 and 12311999, or model number 7990 with serial numbers between 10111996 and 10311998. Model numbers for the recalled MetroLite strollers are: 6110DW, 6110F3, 6111FKB, 6114HAV, 6114JAM, 6114NGS, 7410CON, 7413CML and 6413MRN." The Tribune contacted the head offices of Graco in Exton, Pennsylvania for comment yes- terday. The company said that it is the responsibility of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to inform buyers and consumers in the US about issues pertaining to the recall of any product. However, Graco claims it is "not certain" about the policy of the CPSC as it relates to notifying international buyers and consumers. The Tribune made several unsuccessful attempts to con- tact the CPSC yesterday. Rise in pilots' fees 'could not come at a worse time' FROM page one create a tremendous burden on airline charter companies, already feeling a blow by exor- bitant and still rising fuel costs. "This could not come at a worse time," said the pilot, who did not wished to be named. The pilot said that what exac- erbates the situation is the fact that to date, no one from Civil Aviation or the Ministry has engaged in any form of consul- tation with the pilots. "This will definitely hurt us, I am sure that some pilots would not be able to survive, the mon- ey just is not there," he said. According to the pilot, if he charters a family island flight at $600, half of that profit is absorbed by fuel. 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To get a full picture of what a pilot would be forced to pay, per year, he added that the average pilot spends about $5,000 per year in fees. However, with the proposed increases that bill would amount to more than $12,000 annually. The pilot said that word of the proposed increase has cre- ated a stir among pilots who say' they might be forced not to. renew their licences because of' the high fees. He said prices for flights would definitely have to.f increase which he warned would open the floodgates for hackers to offer lower rates.." However the safety of those planes cannot be guaranteed. The Tribune tried to speak to several charter company per- sonnel, who either said they had not heard of the proposed. increases or if they had heard,,' no one was there who was authorised to speak with the press. Yesterday, Archie Nairn, Per- manent Secretary at the Min-'" istry of Transport said that Min- , ister Glenys Hanna-Martin had announced the change in air. navigational fees during her contribution to the 2005/2006 budget debate and that they were included in the appropria-: tions bill which was laid on the , table of the House of Assem-1 bly. While he was not aware of what the increases would be, he noted that the Bahamas enjoys the lowest fees in the region. According to Mr Nairn, the fee increases are to come into effect on October 1. f He said that there will be ample time to consult with the pilots as the ministry plans to work in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and the air- line companies to make a smooth transition. He added that Aviation Director Cyril Saunders would be in a better position to dis- cuss the technical terms of the fees. However, Mr Saunders was not available for comment. * * TwoStoeyBuldn 4,700sq. eet goundfloo 4ow 4b 6 - THE TIBUNEWEDNSDAYJULY 0, 205, PGE 1 US personnel awarded Grand Bahama stav * Front Row: Sheila Glinton, director of special projects, Time Travel Flamingo Bay; Ann Castro, mayor of the city of Dania Beach, Florida; Laura Lightbourne, marketing director, Taino Beach, Resort and Clubs; Ana Lockhart, Time Travel Flamingo Bay corporate officer. Back Row: Members of staff of the city of Dania Beach, Florida; US military personnel * Sheila Glinton, director of special projects, Time Travel Flamingo Bay; Ann Castro, mayor of Dania Beach, Florida; Junior Telfort, US military; Laura Lightbourne, marketing director, Taino Beach Resort and Clubs; Ana Lockhart, Time Travel Flamingo Bay corporate officer. TIME Travel Flamingo Bay, the US branch of the Bahamian company Taino Beach Resort and Clubs (TBRC) Grand Bahama, presented a three- day and two-night island stay at their hotel to seven US military personnel. A spokesperson for TBRC said the company "wanted to show its long-standing US members and patrons that we care by supporting the things that matter to them." The presentation was made on July 15 at Dania Beach City Hall, as part of the "Salute to our Heroes" July 4 celebration, which was spear- headed by Ann Castro Mayor of the city of Dania Beach, Florida. "For more than 20 years Americans have accounted for almost ninety per cent of our clien- tele. They have accepted our culture and desti- nation as an important part of their lives and their vacations. "Our patrons deserve our support in the mat- ters that concern them. We saw an opportunity to show this by offering these well deserved men and women a small token of our admiration for their bravery," said Laura Lightbourne, market- ing director of TBRC. "This is just the beginning of our commitment to further consummate our relationship with our patrons iand to cement the good relations that the people of the Bahamas and the United States have always enjoyed," she added. * MONIQUE Major of Aifco SA; Tanya Stubbs, administrative assistant, Kerzn- er International sales and marketing department; Ted Adderley, Kerzner Inter- national's director of sales and marketing; Melonie Inniss of Royal Bank of Canada Trust Company Bahamas Limited; Karen Cargill, Kerzner International sales and marketing manager; Marcia Beneby of Wendy's administrative office; and Kathleen Wood, Elmira College intern with Kerzner International. Kerzner rewards its top producers Inagua National Park sets up office in museum THE Inagua National Park has established an office in the Morton Museum in Matthew Town, Inagua. The park's site support group wanted to 'landscape the outside of the building as part of the Matthew Town Improvement pro- gramme. Fox Hill Nursery responded to the request for plants and also sup- plied soil and fertiliser to ensure that the plants got off to a good start. Fox Hill Nursery also supports the Trust by participating in its membership incentive programme, offering BNT members a discount when they purchase plants and supplies at the nursery. Pictured is Henry Nixon, war- den of the Inagua National Park receiving the plants from Nicholas Peterson of Fox Hill Nursery. The Inagua National Park is one of 25 parks and protected areas managed by the Bahamas Nation- al Trust. KERZNER International's Priority Club recently honoured its top producers for the months of January through June by hosting the winners to a lunch at the exquisite Ocean Club's Golf Course Club House. The group was also given a tour of the much-anticipated Marina Village development by Ted Adderley, director of sales and marketing for Atlantis, Par- adise Island. The Priority Club is a corpo- rate service club administered by Kerzner International's sales and marketing department. Members of the Priority Club book rooms as well as food and beverage events with Atlantis and One and Only. Ocean Club in exchange for points, which can be redeemed for accommo- dations along with food and beverage privileges at any of K'erzner International's Bahamian properties. Karen Cargill, sales and mar- keting manager with Kerzner International said, "Every month we recognise a top pro- ducer from a particular compa- ny for producing the most room nights at Atlantis. 'What we did this time around, is bring together our six top producers for the months of January through June. We 'wanted to really thank them in a big way. So we had a limousine collect the win- ners from their place of employ- ment and bring them over to Atlantis for a special day." Cargill was pleased to, announce that Wendy's, a new- comer to the Priority Club, emerged as the top producer for the months of March and June. "We are very happy that we have more organisations that are booking accommodations Recognition for corporate service with us, so that we can recog- nise new companies." Marcia Beneby, of Wendy's administrative office said, "It is just wonderful to know that Atlantis is doing this... I am enjoying this and I am confi- dent that all of our guests and associates which we book at Atlantis will also have a special time." Monique Major, an executive assistant with Aifco SA was selected as the top producer for January. Aifco SA has been a member of the Priority Club for five years. Major said that being a member of the Priority Club has its advantages, in that she can always call a member of the resort's team and have her requests met right away. "Every year we book at the One and Only Ocean Club and... they (Aifco SA associates) have nev- er once asked to change or find a different hotel, so I know they are very pleased with the ser- vice," she said. Melonie Inniss, of Royal Bank of Canada Trust Compa- ny Bahamas Limited, noted that she is very pleased to be a mem- ber of the Priority Club and is most impressed with the level of service provided to the club's members. Other top producers of the Priority Club included Alsaida Wilmore of Ernst and Young for the month of February and Gina Wilson of CitiGroup for May. The Guys, Bikes & Cars mmum wamJwm _/ Outktt WMl~fJ~t *OW4 bit 6\ owntf I .^ ilteffi~lii^i^|i-14w^ -;.~-sn~PRI~R~~~;~B~CS~ I e~mP~m~m~I :rll - -WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005, PAGE 11 THE TRIBUNE PAG 1, EDESDYJUYL0,200ETESRIUN Carmine's opens its doors to the public * THE cavernous inside of Carmine's in Marina Village at Atlantis CARMINE'S last night became the sec- ond restaurant to open its doors in the new Marina Village on Paradise Island'. The restaurant, at the south end of the development, is the first international branch of a popular New York eatery, which is known for its traditional Italian cooking and abundant portions, served in a family atmosphere. For the past week the restaurant has been holding a series of special evening for the families and friends of staff at the restaurant. They have been able to sample Carmine's authentic delicacies such as spiedini alla romana, baked clams, veal parmigiana, chicken scarpariello and tiramisu. One diner said: "The quality of the food and the service were both excellent espe- cially when you consider that the place seats about 300 people." * LOCAL youngsters enrolled in Atlantis' Discovery Channel Science Camp watch Zeus, Atlantis' new manta ray in the Ruins Lagoon. (Photo: Tim Aylen) Local youngsters get up close with Zeus SCORES of local youngsters enrolled in Atlantis' Discovery Channel Science Camp watched in amazement as the resort's new prized manta ray, Zeus, gracefully glided through waters in the Ruins Lagoon on Tuesday. Zeus, adapting well to his new home, is prominently displayed in the Ruins Lagoon at Atlantis. The 256-pound manta, which is seven feet and seven and a half inches long, was discovered off the coast of Rose Island almost a week ago. As if sensing the exciting crowd of children, Zeus glided from one end of the exhibit to the other, as the children attempted to get up close and personal with this mag- nificent creature. Nan Palmer, chief operating offi- cer for Kerzner International Bahamas, said: "The marine habitat at Atlantis was built to educate and entertain guests big and small. Sol Kerzner, chairman of Kerzner International, wanted to 'bring the ocean in', and that is exactly what he did with Atlantis. The lagoons were built to be natural environ- ments for the animals including the flora and fauna that surround them." Palmer continued, "We are for- tunate to be able to expose Bahamian school children, many of who would not normally be able to have such an encounter, with marine life through a number of different venues. "Whether it's via our touch tank exhibits with sea urchins, horseshoe crabs and star fish or through our science camp and special field trips, the goal is to teach school children to act knowledgeably about the oceans and responsibly toward ani- mals." Twelve year-old, Courtney Bethel said her encounter with the manta was a learning experience. "It is really fun because we get to learn stuff about fishes and you get to do all sorts of exciting activities," she said. The Discovery Channel Science Camp exposes local children between the ages of four to 13 years to various fun-filled science pro- grammes including Ecological and Historical Expeditions;. Dolphin, Shark and Sea Life Adventures and much nihre. Distributed by Lowe s Wholesale Soldier Road 393-7111 ~__1~--_~-------111~---~^-^- PAGE 12, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 THE TRIBUNE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1999 * a SECTION email@example.com Miami Herald Business, Stocks, Analysis, Wall Street PM works to save $2.5bn investment * By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor PRIME Minister Perry Christie has been working dili- gently behind the scenes to sal- vage a $2.5 billion investment proposed for Grand Bahama, having met with the Ginn Cor- poration's president and chief executive last Wednesday. The Prime Minister has been attempting to woo Bobby Ginn and his real estate development project, which involves a hotel, two 18-hole golf courses, single family lots, second homes, three marinas and the re-opening of the West End Airport as a pri- vate non-commercial airport, back to the table in the hope of rescuing Grand Bahama's mori- bund economy. A source close to the project, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed to The Tribune that Mr Ginn and Mr Christie had met last Wednes- day to discuss the $2.5 billion investment, which is earmarked for 2,500 acres of land on the, old Sammons Estate. Govern- ment officials have estimated * PRIME Minister Perry Christie that more than 1,000 direct jobs could be created if the Ginn project is approved, in addition to a number of spin-off jobs and entrepreneurial ventures. The source said: "It appears there is some movement. We're hopeful, but the timeframe has been pushed back so far." Another Tribune source said the Prime Minister had asked Mr Ginn to "rework" parts of the planned project and come back with a "changed propos- al", although this could not be confirmed. The Tribune revealed in May how the fate of the Ginn SEE page 6B a By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor A FREEPORT attorney yesterday estimated the cur- rent unemployment rate on Grand Bahama to be "at least" 14-17 per cent, and said the island's economy would sbe- come "catatonic" if things became any slower in the, tourism industry. Fred Smith, an attorney with Callenders and Co, described the recent layoffs by the Isle of Capri as reflecting "a con- tinuing downward trend" for Freeport's economy. He added: "We are approaching the slow point of the tourism season in Freeport, and if things get any slower than they have been it will become catatonic. "The [International] Bazaar is continuing to die. Despite the best efforts of the retail association and the tour com- panies, the people aren't there. "You aren't going to attract the. people if they don't exist. The Bazaar depends for its lifeblood-on the thousands of people wholgo through the Royal Oasis and they simply aren't there." Another source described Freeport and Grand Bahama's economy as a "sick, sick cow" and being in a "bad, bad way". On the International Bazaar, they said: "A lot of life savings are going down the tubes." Mr Smith said Grand Bahama's economy did well whenever Freeport "booms", SEE page 3B Two extra non-stop flights to raise tourism's Spirit * By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor SPIRIT, the low-cost airline, is to expand its non-stop ser- vices to Nassau later this year by adding two flights from New York's La Guardia airport and. Orlando respectively. In an announcement issued yesterday, the carrier, which described itself as the "leading low cost carrier in the Bahamas and the Caribbean", said that once its November 2005 sched- ule was introduced with extra flights to Jamaica and Cancun, 24 per cent of its flights would serve the region. Spirit said: "Spirit began ser- vice to Nassau, Bahamas, with non-stop flights from Fort SEE page 2B Electricity prices increase 11.84% * By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor AN 11.84 per cent increase in electricity prices on Grand Bahama helped increase the consumer price index by 0.15 per cent in June. According to the Department of Statistics Consumer Price Index report for June 2005, the higher electricity rates saw prices in the. Housing Index increase by 0.236 per cent. The report said: "Increased prices for physicians' services, medical and pharmaceutical products and other professional services were chiefly responsible for the rise in the medical care and health index." 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Spirit due to expand its flights to Nassau COlillR Financial Advisors Ltd. Pricing Information As Of: iFA it- 52wk-HI 52wk-Low Symbol Previous Close Today's Close Change Dally Vol. EPS $ DIv $ PIE Yield 1.10 0.89 Abaco Markets 0.89 0.89 0.00 -0.208 0.000 N/M 0.00% 8.70 8.00 Bahamas Property Fund 8.70 8.70 0.00 1.452 0.340 6.0 3.91% 6.44 5.55 Bank of Bahamas 6.44 6.44 0.00 0.561 0.330 11.5 5.12% 0.85 0.70 Benchmark 0.80 0.80 0.00 0.187 0.100 4.3 1.25% 1.80 1.40 Bahamas Waste 1.40 1.40 0.00 0.122 0.000 11.5 4.29% 1.15 0.87 Fidelity Bank 1.15 1.15 0.00 0.062 0.050 18.5 4.35% 8.65 6.76 Cable Bahamas 8.00 8.55 0.55 1,000 0.589 0.240 13.6 3.00% 2.20 1.80 Colina Holdings 2.20 2.20 0.00 0.259 0.060 8.5 2.73% 9.08 6.75 Commonwealth Bank 8.80 8.80 0.00 2,050 0.67.3 0.410 12.5 4.66% 2.50 0.62 Doctor's Hospital 2.26 2.26 0.00 0.452 0.000 5.0 0.00% 4.12 3.85 Famguard 4.12 4.12 0.00 0.428 0.240 9.6 5.83% 10.50 9.12 Finco 10.50 10.50 0.00 0.662 0.500 15.7 4.76% 8.75 7.00 FirstCaribbean 8.75 8.75 0.00 0.591 0.380 12.6 4.34% 8.98 8.31 Focol 8.98 8.98 0.00 0.708 0.500 12.7 5.57% 1.99 1.27 Freeport Concrete 1.15 1.15 0.00 0.022 0.000 52.3 0.00% 10.20 9.50 ICD Utilities 9.60 9.60 0.00 0.818 0.405 11.7 4.20% 8.25 8.20 J.S. Johnson 8.30 8.30 0.00 0.561 0.550 14.8 6.75% 6.69 4.36 Kerzner International BDRs 5.77 5.74 -0.03 0.184 0.000 31.4 0.00% 10.00. 10.00 Premier Real Estate 10.00 10.00 0.00 2.010 0.565 5.0 5.65% 52wk-HI 52wk-Low Symbol Bid $ Ask $ Last Price Weekly Vol. EPS $ Div $ PIE Yield 13.00 12.50 Bahamas Supermarkets 12.25 13.25 11.00 1.488 0.960 9.1 7.25% 10.14 10.00 Caribbean Crossings (Pref) 10.00 10.35 10.00 0.000 0.800 NM 7.80% 0.60 0.40 RND Holdings 0.29 0.54 0.00 -0.066 0.000 NM 0.00% 43.00 28.00 ABDAB 4100 43.00 41.00 2.220 0.000 19.4 0.00% 16.00 13.00 Bahamas Supermarkets 13.00 14.00 13.00 1.105 0.810 14.6 6.93% 0.60 0.35 RND Holdings 0.29 0.54 0.35 -0.103 0.000 N/M 0.00% 52wk-HI 52wk-Low Fund Name NAV YTD% Last 12 Months DIv $ Yield % 1.2402 1.1741 Colina Money Market Fund 1.240183* 2.3657 2.0018 Fidelity Bahamas G & I Fund 2.3657*** 10.4330 10.0000 Fidelity Prime Income Fund 10.4330***** 2.2528 2.1164 Colina MSI Preferred Fund 2.252768** 1.1200 1.0510 Colina Bond Fund 1.120044** BISX ALL SHARE INDEX 19 Dec 02 = 1,000.00 YIELD last 12 month dividends divided by closing price 52wk-HI Highest closing price In last 52 weeks Bid $ Buying price of Colina and Fidelit) 52wk-Low Lowest closing price in last 52 weeks Ask $ Selling price of Colina and fidelity Previous Close Previous day's weighted price for daily volume Last Price Last traded over-the-counter price Today's Close Current day's weighted price for daily volume Weekly Vol. Trading volume of the prior week Change Change In closing price from day to day EPS $ A company's reported earnings per share for the last 12 mths Dally Vol. Number of total shares traded today NAV Net Asset Value DIV $ Dividends per share paid in the last 12 months NIM Not Meaningful PIE Closing price divided by the last 12 month earnings FINDEX The Fidelity Bahamas Stock Index. January 1, 1994 = 100 * AS AT JUNE. 30., 2005/ **** AS AT MAY. 31, 2005 * AS AT JULY 1, 20051 *** AS AT JUNE. 30, 2005/**** AS AT JUNE. 30, 2005 y ^ FROM page one Lauderdale. Spirit will expand this service in Novem- ber when it adds non-stop flights to Nassau from both New York/La Guardia and Orlando, Florida." The addition of two more non-stop flights by Spirit high- lights both the attractiveness of the Bahamas as a destination for low-cost airlines, and the success of the Ministry of Tourism and Kerzner Interna- tional in attracting them. Consistently high load factors because of Nassau's reputation as a leading tourist destination in the US market are key for the low-cost carriers, while their relatively low fares and increased routes have made the Bahamas more accessible and increased tourist spending in this nation. Kerzner International had pressed long and hard for the Please reply to: low-cost carriers, which also include JetBlue and Song, to begin service to the Bahamas. Other hoteliers and tourism operators have also felt the ben- efits from the increased airlift,: which will also boost the $1.2; billion Baha Mar project at, Cable Beach and other invest- ments when they come on stream. The downside of the low-cost carrier arrival has been felt a Bahamasair, which has seen it: revenues and margins eroded? by the likes of Spirit. Some observers have even suggested that their entrance into the Bahamian airlift market has effectively taken away Bahama- sair's rationale for existing. And the increased airlift, and resulting rise in tourist numbers, has also caused prob- lems for the hotel industry, as the Bahamas does not yet have sufficient room inventory to cope. The Tribune Limited DA 3864 P.O. Box N 3207 Nassau, Bahamas for 24 apartment condominium on Cable Beach. References and business experience essential. PAGE 2B, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 THE TRIBUNE THE~UINS TRIN ENSAJL 0 05 Bank is targeting business people for greater use of American Express BANK of the Bahamas International is seeking to increase use of American Express products and services among Bahamian businesses, as its staff undergo intensive training for expanded full-ser- vice representation of the com- pany. "We are very pleased to announce that our partner- ship with American Express, which began over 10 years ago, has once again been strength- ened and Bank of the Bahamas International has now been appointed official agents for the American Express Card," said Tanya Wright, manager for Bank of The Bahamas Trust, with responsibility for the bank's overall business devel- opment. Bank of the Bahamas Inter- national customers will now be able to apply for American Express Cards Personal, Gold or Corporate at bank branch- es and online. Payments Existing card members will be able to make payments at bank branches where they may also re-apply to convert their card to international dollar cards, and staff members will be able to assist with other ser- vices, including American Express Travellers Cheque's. Cardmembers who have accounts at Bank of the Bahamas International may apply for Travellers Cheques online. In December, American Express and Bank of the Bahamas International LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OCTOBER HOLDINGS LIMITED In Voluntary Liquidation TAKE NOTICE that an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Shareholders of the Company was held at the office of 3rd Floor, Bolam House, King & George Streets, P.O. Box N-3026, Nassau, The Bahamas on the 30th June, 2004 for the purpose of having the Liquidators' final account laid before the members and hearing any explanation that may be given thereon by the Liquidators or their agents. Dated the July 19, 2005 ALRENA MOXEY LIQUIDATOR S NOTICE OF SUSPENSION LEANENHALL BANK & TRUST COMPANY LIMITED It is hereby notified that the Governor of the Central Bank of The Bahamas is of the opinion that the banking and trust licence granted on 17th August 1998 to Leadenhall Bank & Trust Company Limited should be revoked on the ground that the licensee is carrying on its business in a manner detrimentl to the public interest and to the interests of its depositors and other creditors. It is further notified that the Governor, pursuant to Section 18(2) and 18(4) of The Banks and Trust Companies Regulation Act, 2000, hereby suspends the said banking and trust licence of Leadenhall Bank & Trust Company Limited with effect from the 18th, July 2005 for a period of ninety days or such shorter period as may be determined. Given at Nassau this 18th day of July, A.D., 2005. Wendy M. Craigg GOVERNOR The Central Bank of The Bahamas NOTICE RBC/ROYAL BANK OF CANADA INVITES TENDERS RBC/Royal Bank of Canada invites tenders for the purchase of the following "ALL THAT piece parcel or lot of land being Lot #34, Block #1, Faith Gardens in situated in Western District of the Island of New Providence one of the Island of New Providence one of the islands of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Situated thereon is Vacant Land. Property Size: 6,200 sq. ft. This property is being sold under Power of Sale contained in a Mortgageto FINANCE CORPORATION OF BAHAMAS LIMITED. All offers should be forwarded in writing in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Manager, Royal Bank Loan Collection Centre, P.O. Box N-7549, Nassau, Bahamas and marked "tender 2355". All offers must be received by the close of business 4:00 pm, Friday 29th, July, 2005. announced it had reached an agreement making the bank the exclusive agent for the Platinum Card, a membership card avail- able by invitation only to per- sons of a certain income. Services The bank has also been serv- ing its merchant clients with a variety of credit card services, including American Express. One of its goals is to increase American Express usage among business clients. While numbers show Ameri- can Express cardmembers spend more on luxury retail than those using any other major card, there are still key businesses catering to Bahami- ans that could benefit by accept- ing the card. * PICTURED back row: Bank of the Bahamas Trust manager Tanya Wright; Julie Reckley; John : Sands; Samantha Neely; Thea Munroe; Aniska Seymour; Felton Beneby; Carolyn Oliver; Beverley' Ferguson,; Suzette Russell; and Ignacio Plata, American Express strategic alliances sales executive.' Front row: Antoinette Major-McKenzie; Anya Penn; Clarice Evans; Sheena Bowe. (Photo: Tim Aylen); Attorney's fear of 'catatonic' economy FROM page one but despite "many pro- nouncements by the Gov- ernment, nothing has broken ground in Freeport since 2002". Although the $76 million Gold Rock Creek film stu- dios were now up and run- ning in eastern Grand Bahama, Mr Smith said "ter- rible delays" in sorting out the lease for the developer last year and during the early LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COMPANIES ACT, 2000 In Voluntary Liquidation Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Section 137 of the International Business Companies Act, 2000, PREVAL TRADING LIMITED, is in dissolution. The date of commencement of dissolution was July 19, 2005. CONTINENTAL LIQUIDATORS INC. of No.2 Commercial Centre Square, Alofi, Niue Islands is the Liquidator of PREVAL TRADING LIMITED. Al B. Foster For: Continental Liquidators, Ine. Liquidator NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A RECEIVER Take notice that the Governor of the Central Bank of The Bahamas, pursuant to Section 18(1)(f) of The Banks and Trust Companies Regulation Act, 2000, appointed Mr. Craig A. Gomez as Receiver of Leadenhall Bank & Trust Company Limited on the 18th day of July A.D., 2005 to assume control of the license's affairs in the interest of its creditors and other depositors. Further take notice that Mr. Craig A. Gomez has all the powers of a Receiver under the Companies Act, 1992. Given at Nassau this 18th day of July, A.D., 2005. Wendy M. Craigg GOVERNOR The Central Bank of The Bahamas NOTICE RBC/ROYAL BANK OF CANADA INVITES TENDERS RBC/Royal Bank of Canada invites tenders for the purchase of the following: "ALL THAT piece parcel or Lot Hospital Lane& Dillet Street situated in the Southern District of the Island of NewProvidence one of the islands of the Commonweamlth of the Bahamas. Situated thereon is a Single Family Residence consisting of (6) Bedrooms, (3) Bathrooms. Property Size: 2,215 sq. ft. Building Size: 2,164 sq. ft. This property is being sold under Po er of Sale contained in a Mortgage FINANCE CORPORATION OF BAHAMAS LIMITED. All offers should be forwarded in writing in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Manager, Royal Bank Loan Collection Centre, P.O. Box N-7549, Nassau, Bahamas and marked "tender 9999". All offers must be received by the dose of business 4:00 pm, Friday 29th, July, 2005. part of 2005 had prevented Dis- ney from filming the first part of its Pirates of the Caribbean II and III sequels in Grand Bahama in July as scheduled. The attorney, who also heads the Grand Bahama Human Rights Association, said that if the July filming had gone ahead as planned, "millions of dollars" would have been injected into the economy during the slow point of the tourism season. Mr Smith urged the central government to stop interfering with the way business was done in Freeport, and allow the Grand Bahama Port Authority to get on with facilitating busi- ness under the Hawksbill Creek Agreement. "So many business have come and gone through Freeport in frustration at government inter- ference. Freeport is the golden goose that lays the eggs, but we've been crushing them before they hatch," Mr Smith said. "Freeport is dying. The ener- gy, the lifeblood has been sucked from Freeport by the central government. It really is very discouraging to try to eke out a living in Freeport." PUBLIC NOTICE INTENT TO CHANGE NAME BY DEED POLL The Public is hereby advised that 1, SASHA MIQUEL SMITH, of Elizabeth Estate, Nassau, Bahamas, intend to change my name to SASHA MIQUEL MAJOR. If there are any objections to this change of name by Deed Poll, you may write such objections to the Chief Passport Officer, RO.Box N-742, Nassau, Bahamas no later than thirty (30) days after the date of publication of this notice. NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that KEISHA NAIRN OF JAMAICAN, NASSAU, BAHAMAS, is applying to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, for registration/naturalization as a citizen of The Bahamas, and that any person who knows any reason why registration/ naturalization should not be granted, should send a written and signed statement of the facts within twenty-eight days from the 13TH day of JULY, 2005 to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, P.O.Box N- 7147, Nassau, Bahamas. NOTICE RBC/IROYAL BANK OF.CANADA INVITES TENDERS RBC/Royal Bank of Canada invites tenders for the purchase of the following "ALL THAT piece parcel or lot of land being Lot #187, Millenium Gardens, situated in the Eastern District on the Island of New Providence one of the islands of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Situated thereon is a Single Family Residencec consisting of (4) Bedroom, (2) Bathrooms. Property Size: 5,850 sq. ft. Building Size: 1,136 sq. ft. This property is being sold under Power of Sale contained in a Mortgage FINANCE CORPORATION OF BAHAMAS LIMITED. All offers should be forwarded in writing in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Manager, Royal Bank Loan Collection Centre, P.O. Box N-7549, Nassau, Bahamas and marked "tender 2255". All offers must be received by the dose of business 4:00 pm, Friday 29th, July, 2005. NOTICE RBC/ROYAL BANK OF CANADA INVITES TENDERS RBC/Royal Bank of Canada invites tenders for the purchase of the following "ALL THAT piece parcel or Lot of Land being No. 861, Pinewood Gardens situated in the Southern District of the Island of New Providence one of the islands of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas situated thereon is a Single Family Residence consisting of (3) Bedrooms (2) Bathrooms. This property is being sold under Power of Sale contained in a Mortgage to FINANCE CORPORATION OF BAHAMAS LIMITED. Property Size: 5,000 sq. ft. Building Size: 900 sq. ft. All offers should be forwarded in writing in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Manager, Royal Bank Loan Collection Centre, P.O. Box N-7549, Nassau, Bahamas and marked "tender 0325". All offers must be received by the dose of business 4:00 pm, Wednesday 22ndJuly, 2005. WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 F, THE TRIBUNE PALE~&, EDEBUSIJLY20N205THSTIBN Florida power company to charge more for storm repairs Card ommlk cut ties with p eswr over security brech I,% = rtMeImt I alI "- _. -t r 0.4w -a 4n.4m oO .-. 0 ao Available from Commercial News Providers"-: ,a.of ot-0 4040 00- 490 -amn& 1- a-Gif -aw.w 0 - 40 .m b. mu - -. .~ a - - ~ *~ a ~ a.- -a. a opa- 4wa .- 4 qba - 4.-am 9 &t - a - .4.-40-qw- *b a b. -- 4 ., aqp,,, ,-, 4WD - - -,.. -= -a ~ - - - a - am. -- 0. 0 0 - a -a -M6 -o 0 - b - --a a. -a -~ - -a -~ 4m f -no. o -,,- D 0. am -a * S . ~ -~ a. - ~0 - 4 -a-m -a - a- 100D -- MM 40o 4*9bo q- a - * a a a a - a.- __ a a. --a 0. a ~ --a - 400 Seeks the following professionals to join our team. Must be self motivated and willing to be flexible and work various assigned work shifts and have good communication skills. In our employees, we look for a passion to anticipate and meet our guests needs and an insatiable desire to attain the highest levels of quality and guest service. All applicants in the first instant are asked to forward their application letter with resume, photo and two previous employment references to: email@example.com or mail to: Private Destinations, P.O. Box CR54697 CLOSING DATE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: July 24th 2005 GARDNER Must possess a very good knowledge of the science of growing and maintaining flowers, plants, shrubs, trees and lawns. Minimum three-years experience and /or training in related field. Good understanding of landscape planning. Ability to read and interpret English. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions. Responsibilities including watering, planting and maintaining plants, flowers, shrubs, trees and lawns. A knowledge of the use of chemicals and pesticides would be an advantage. HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR Responsible for the maids and houseman assigned to Housekeeping and Laundry duties. Works closely with the Resort manager to coordinate all Housekeeping and Laundry cleaning tasks and assignments. This includes but is not limited to: -Purchasing of eleaning.and-Laundry, materials,-monitoring-all-inventories; cleanlitfnes of all interior and public spaces, setting up appropriate task lists, inspecting guest rooms and provide on the Job training where and whenever needed..This is a very hand's on position. Minimum of 1-year hotel experience in a similar position and excellent communication skills. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Reporting to the Property Manager we seek a general maintenance individual who will check and makes repairs to heating, ventilation and air condition systems as needed. Checks and makes repairs to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems as needed. Checks and makes repairs to plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipe lines, toilets and sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment. Checks and -n.makes repairs to electrical systems such as lighting systems, television sets and kitchen efquiTpent; Perfonrms'repiisffi to building, fliiiftue, bathrooms, guest rooms etc., as needed; may perform painting tasks. Ensures that all equipment is functioning properly and that preventive maintenance measures are performed to preserve the resort and keep product quality to standard. MESSAGE THERAPIST Young professional required. Must have proven experience and certification. Must be willing to work a very flexible schedule. SPECIAL EVENT COORDINATOR/ADMINISTRATOR Assist in coordinating special events on site. This will involve event planning and program design, communication with guests and preparation of all communication associated with events. You will also be expected to be on-site on the day of each event and coordinate throughout the duration of the event to ensure that the program runs smoothly from beginning to end. Superior written communication and interpersonal skills required. Promptly prepare responses to incoming requests. Must be proficient in MS Office. Capable of coordinating several projects and responsibilities with ease. Must have good typing skills: able-to type at-least 45 w.p.m. accurately. Able to work well independently and as part of a team. Must be well organized and detail-oriented. Experience in general office duties such as filling, correspondence, mail, faxing, etc. NIGHT DUTY SUPERVISOR Duties include but not limited to: Monitor and execute evening entertainment, security of the property and closing procedures. Should possess basic knowledge of audio and home theatre systems and proven experience within the hospitality industry. This is a hand's on multi task position. GENERAL WORKERS Required to undertake a multitude of tasks to maintain and upkeep all exterior areas of the resort. OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/RECEPTION Superior written and oral communication and interpersonal skills required. Excellent telephone etiquette required. Promptly prepare responses to incoming requests. Must be proficient in MS Office. Capable of coordinating several projects and responsibilities with ease. Must have good typing skills: able to type at least 45 , w.p.m. accurately. Able to work well independently and as part of a team. Must be well organized and detail-oriented. Experience in general office duties such as filing, correspondence, mail, faxing, etc. NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that ELIETTE NERELUS, OF PODOLEO STREET, P.O. BOX N-10326, NASSAU, BAHAMAS, is applying to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, for registration/naturalization as a citi'en of The Bahamas, and that any person who knows any reason why registration/ naturalization should not be granted, should send a written and signed statement of the facts within twenty-eight days from the 20TH day of JULY, .2005 to the Minister responsible:foIlatio0ality and Cit:zenship, -P.O.Box N- 7147, Nassau, Bahamas. PUBLIC NOTICE INTENT TO CHANGE NAME BY DEED POLL The Public is hereby advised that I, MAXO JONASSAINT, of, Nassau, Bahamas, intend to change my name to MAX LORFILS. If there are any objections to this change of name by Deed Poll, you may write such objections to the Chief Passport Officer, P.O.Box N-742, Nassau, Bahamas no later than thirty (30) days after the date of publication of this notice. LEGAL NOTICE GOLDEN HILLS & VALLEY LTD. Notice is hereby given that in accordance with --Section 137(8) of the-Internatiotial Biisiies Co6mpanies Act,, 2000, the dissolution of GOLDEN HILLS & VALLEY LTD., has been completed; a Certificate of Dissolution has been issued and the Company has therefore been struck off the. Register. ARGOSA CORP. INC. Liquidator LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE PILKON INVESTMENT LIMITED Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Section 137 (4) of the International Business Companies Act No. 45 of 2000, PILKON INVESTMENT LIMITED, has been dissolved and struck off the Register according to the Certificate of Dissolution issued by the Registrar General on the 14th day of July, 2005. Ms Ong Beng Hui Patricia, c/o 101 Thomson Road #33-00 United Square Singapore 307591 Liquidator Prime lot in exclusive gated community On the water One of the largest properties in the nautical enclave of ..- Prestigious Port New Providence Priced below market for quick sale $399,000 Phone 242-424-3641 or 242-357-3535 ...... BREA Realtos welcome, please add fee NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that RONALD NAPOLEON OF #62 BLUE HILL ROAD, P.O. BOX CR-54802, NASSAU, BAHAMAS, is applying to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, for registration/naturalization as a citizen of The Bahamas, and that any person who knows any reason why registration/ naturalization should not be granted, should send a written and signed statement of the facts within twenty-eight days from the 20TH day of JULY, 2005 to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, P.O.Box N- 7147, Nassau, Bahamas. LEGAL NOTICE INFOGRAMES HOLDINGS INC. (In Voluntary Liquidation) Notice is hereby given that the above-named Company is in dissolution, which commenced on the 31st day of May, 2005. The Liquidator is Argosa Corp. Inc., of P.O.Box N-7757 Nassau, Bahamas. ARGOSA CORP. INC. Liquidator ".. ',, "1 "Copyrighted Material -. Syndicated Content-- a - a a - a - -- O I..; LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE AJIM LTD. Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Section 137 (4) of the International Business Companies Act No. 45 of 2000, AJM LTD., has been dissolved and struck off the Register according to the Certificate of Dissolution issued by the Registrar General on the 14th day of July, 2005. Roger Frick Aeulestrasse 5, P.O. Box 83, 9490 Vaduz, Liechtenstein Liquidator PAGE 4"B, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 b O 4b om opq THE TRIBUNE - ~ GN-243 SUPREME COURT COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00271. Whereas ANTHONY A. FRANCIS of Flamingo Gardens, in the Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, the Lawful Widower has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of ANGELA FERGUSON-FRANCIS late of Flamingo Gardens in the Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date thereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00332 Whereas CLARENCE DARREN PINDER of Hatchet Bay on the Island of Eleuthera, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, the Lawful widower has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration of the real and personal estate of KAREN DIANNE PINDER late of Hatchet Bay on the Island of Eleuthera one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 21 days from the date thereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY RO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00337 In the estate of MILTON M. FISHER, late of 190 E. 72nd St. Manhattan, New York, New York, one of the States of the United States of America, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by JAN W. BORGHARDT, of Gambier Heights, Western District, on the Island of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters of Administration in the above estate granted to IRVING W. BALLEN, the Administrator by the Surrogate's Court of the County of New York, U.S.A., on the 27th day of August, 1984. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00338 Whereas PAMELA LAVERN KLONARIS of Edgewater Drive, Lyford Cay and ANTHONY NOMIKOS KLONARIS of Old Fort Bay, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The Attorney by Deed of Power of Attorney for MAUREEN PATRICIA MURLINE, the sole Executor and Trustee has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration with the Will Annexed of the real and personal estate of GERALD MULRINE late of 183 Sandyport Drive, Sandyport, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date thereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY P.O. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00345 In the estate of JAROSLAV CHARLES PILAR a.k.a CHARLES PILER, late of The Town of Markham in the Province of Ontario, Canada, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by LOUREY C. SMITH, of #4 George Street in the City of Nassau in the Island of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney- at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Certificate of Appointment with the Will in the above estate granted to VIVIAN AVIVA HARRIS, the Executrix and Trustee by the Supreme Court of Justice of Ontario, Canada, on the 5th day of February, 2005. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00346 Whereas VIRGINIA BURROWS of Freeport, Grand Bahama, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, the Lawful Widow has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of ANDY GLENN BURROWS late of Matthew Town, on the Island of Inagua, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 21 days from the date thereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00348 Whereas JOSEPHENE ROLLE of Golden Gates Subdivision No. 2, Carmichael Road, Western District, New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The Lawful Widow has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of FREDERICK J. ROLLE late of Golden Gates Subdivision No. 2, Carmichael Road, Western District, New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date thereof. D. Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY P.O. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00349 In the estate of LASZLO NEMETH, late of 1831 S.W. 9th Avenue in the City of Fort Lauderdale in the State of Florida, U.S.A., deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application'will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by KEVIN MARTIN RUSSELL, of #14 Doubloon Drive in the City of Freeport, Grand Bahama, one the Island of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters of Administration in the above estate granted to JEAN ELIZABETH NEMETH, the Executrix by the Circuit Court for Broward County, Probate Division in the State of Florida, U.S.A., on the 26th day of January, 2005. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY RPO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21,2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00350 In the estate of EVEYLYN STEINHARD a.k.a. EVELYN TEPPER STEINHARD, late of 18081 Biscayne Boulevard, #401 in the City of Aventura, in the County of Miami Dade in the State of Florida, U.S.A., deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by KEVIN MARTIN RUSSELL, of #14 Doubloon Drive in the City of Freeport, Grand Bahama, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Amended Letters of Administration in the above estate granted to BEN NATHAN TEPPER, the Personal Representative by the Circuit Court for Miami Dade County in the State of Florida, U.S.A., on the 24th day of June 2004. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00351 Whereas HELEN I. THOMPSON of Castor Street East, Highland Park, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The Lawful Widow has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of THOMAS ALVIN THOMPSON late of Castor Street East, Highland Park, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date hereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00353 Whereas REV. KIRKLEY CALEB SANDS of 135 Yorkshire Street, Westward Villas, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, the Lawful Widow has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of CONSTANCE MURIEL SANDS late of 135 Yorkshire Street, Westward Villas, Western District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date thereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY RO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00355 In the estate of SOLON C. BEXLEY, JR., a.k.a. S.C. BEXLEY JR., a.k.a. SOLON COUSINS BEXLEY, JR., late of 6332 Wisteria Loop, Land 0' Lakes, Pasco, Florida, U.S.A., deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by DOLLY P. YOUNG, of Nassau East North in the Eastern District, New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters of Administration in the above, estate granted to CRAIG L BEXLEY, the Personal Representative by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court for Pasco County in the State of Florida, U.S.A., on the 28th day of October, 2004. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY PO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00356 In the estate of MICHAEL DOUGLAS SUTCLIFFE HOOD, late of Tithe House, The Street, Walberton, West Sussex, United Kingdom, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by DOLLY P. YOUNG, of Nassau East North in the Eastern District, New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Probate in the above estate granted to LEIGH SUTCLIFFE HOOD, the Executor by the High Court of Justice, the District Probate Registry at Winchester, United Kingdom on the 14th day of November, 1997. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY RPO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00358 In the estate of PATRICIA JOAN PIRRIE HOOD, late of Tithe House, The Street, Walberton, West Sussex, United Kingdom, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by DOLLY P. YOUNG, of Nassau East North in the Eastern District, New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Probate in the above estate granted to CAROL DIANE WEBB, the Executrix by the High Court of Justice, the District Probate Registry at Brighton, United Kingdom on the 19th day of November, 2001. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar JULY 18, 19, 20 IYaul~iausl~-~r~f~;e:~R;s~If3~7. - 1 11~1~ -11 -~I.~.... ::::l~;;::i.n I GN-243 Cont'd COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00360 Whereas JOHN BRAYNEN of Holiday Drive, South Beach, Southern District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The Attorney by Deed of Power of Attorney for RALPH MADILL, the sole Executor has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas for Letters of Administration with the Will Annexed of the real and personal Estate of MARION MADILL late of No. 8 Breezy Hill off Village Road, Eastern District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date hereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS THE SUPREME COURT, PROBATE DIVISION JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/npr/00361 Whereas GLADSTONE BURROWS of Sun Shine Park, Southern District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The brother, has made application to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, for Letters of Administration of the real and personal Estate of JONATHAN BURROWS late of West End Avenue, Coconut Grove, Southern District of New Providence, one of the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, deceased. Notice is hereby given that such applications will be heard by the said Court at the expiration of 14 days from the date hereof. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY P.O. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00362 In the estate of DENISE TRAMONTANA, late of 14 Ormond Drive, in the County of Albany, in the State of New York, one of the States of the United States of America, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that .after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its, Probate Side by ARTHUR SELIGMAN, of the Western District, on the Island of New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters Testamentary in the above estate granted to AVIS MULHOLLAND, the Executrix by Albany County Surrogate's Court of the State of New York, U.S.A., on the 13th day of November, 2003. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY PO. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21, 2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00363 In the estate of LIVIAN POWELL HARDING, late of Harris County, in the State of Texas, one of the States of the United States of America, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by PHILIP ALEXANDER LUNDY, of the Priderock Corporate Centre, Suite 200, Bay & East Street, Nassau, New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters Testamentary in the above estate granted to BETTY HARDING BERNSTEIN, the Indepedent Executrix by the Probate Court of Harris County in the State of Texas, U.S.A., on the 16th day of March, 1988. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar SUPREME COURT PROBATE REGISTRY P.O. BOX N-167 NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS JULY 21,2005 2005/PRO/NPR/00365 In the estate of GEORGE WILLIAM HARDING, late of Palm Beach County, in the State of Florida, one of the States of the United States of America, deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of The Bahamas, on its Probate Side by PHILIP ALEXANDER LUNDY, of the Priderock Corporate Centre, Suite 200, Bay & East Street, Nassau, New Providence, one the Islands of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Attorney-at-Law, is the Authorized Attorney in The Bahamas, for the Resealed Grant of Letters of Administration in the above estate granted to BETTY HARDING BERNSTEIN, the Executrix by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.A., on the 11th day of April, 1988. Desiree Robinson (for) Registrar P ,SD JY 5E Christie tries to s Grand Bahama o FROM page one Corporation's proposed investment hung on a knife's edge. The timing of the Prime Minister's mild stroke is believed to have hindered progress, as the developer thought an agreement had been reached, only to see government officials start to back away from what had been agreed "with a hand- shake" and verbally. . The fact that Mr Ginn has not totally walked away from the Grand Bahama pro- ject, and is talking to the Prime Minister, is likely to revive hopes that he may still pro- ceed and revitalise an economy still strug- gling to recover from the September 2004 hurricanes. Mr Gifn was said to have previously "tak- en his.marbles and moved on to Mexico", with one source telling this newspaper: "Ginn has walked away. About two weeks ago they conveyed to the Government that: 'We thought we had a deal, we made certain commitments to you and you made certain commitments to us over a year ago'. "They are selling their equipment, pack- ing up. They got rid of the house they were using and they are gone. They have taken the funds that would have be used on the Bahamas project and are investing in Mex- ico." Allyson Maynard-Gibson, minister of financial services and investments, during the 2005-2006 Budget debate indicated that the lengthy negotiations over the Ginn Cor- poration project were due to the fact that the investors were asking for incentives never previously granted. But a source told The Tribune: "They never asked for real property tax exemp- tions, not even on the hotel property. We're hoping for a stamp tax exemption for seven years and will be paying real property tax on everything. It's a billion dollar project and we're asking for $200 million back, but that's wealth that [we] created." Foundation The Ginn Corporation has proposed the creation of a $10 million foundation for the redevelopment of the West End settlement in Grand Bahama as part of its Heads of Agreement with the Government. It has also included a provision for the revitalisation of the West End community that will begin with a $3 million donation to the foundation. The proposal further stipulates that the foundation will continue to be funded by part of the proceeds from the sale of each residential lot, with Ginn earmarking $2,000 on the occasion of each sale. The foundation is expected to total some $10 million with- in its first five years. Along with establishing a foundation for the redevelopment of a community devas- tated by two hurricanes in 2004, the Gini Corporation has also proposed to install sewerage and water lines to points at 'it property line, allowing connections to th( West End settlement. , It will also provide, on an annual basis,; a agreed level of water and sewerage services to the settlement. ., I These provisions were said to have bee* initially included in the Heads of Agree- ment in March this year. I Earlier this year, one Grand Bahainm source spoke to The Tribune on the impli-L cations for the island's economy if the prop ject did not go ahead. "This is absolutely devastating to us. 1 the last three years Fast Ferries was killed; it took a year, almost two, to allow the casi- no to operate in Port Lucaya; Harcbur pulled out [of buying the Royal Oasis]; Tractebel, which spent over $20 million ii preparation to come to Freeport, had ai agreement in principle from the previous administration and had been issued licence by the Port Authority, was killed. This is an issue of credibility for the Gov- ernment," the source said. If the West End project does not g ahead, the Ginn Corporation is also uinlik- ly to proceed with a $200 million luxury second home project within th& ~lanl Bahama Port Authority area as part of 4 joint venture with the latter's real estate development arm, DEVCO. Meeting is scheduled with Leadenhall shareholders FROM page one they have not done so, preferring instead to seek a buyer. Industry sources last night said they are still unlikely to increase their investment in Leadenhall, and the falling out with their former Axxess/FirstFinancial partners has also split the shareholders. This is because some Leadenhall shareholders were also investors in Axxess International. Leadenhall was among the small Bahami- an-owned financial institutions that were pressed by the Central Bank in 2001 to find an equity partner from an Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) country that would take at least a 25 per cent stake in the business. The Central Bank backed away from that initiative, but if Leadenhall fails to recover from its licence suspension and goes into eventual liquidation, it will further dilute the already minimal Bahamian ownership in the sector. The only remaining Bahamian-owned financial institutions will be the Private Trust Corporation; Sentinel Bank & Trust, which is part of the Colina Financial Group (CFG); and Fidelity Bank and Trust International. Apart from the legal dispute over the MasterCard deposits, Leadenhall has attracted its fair share of negative publicity in recent years. After its MasterCard issuing licence was withdrawn on July 29,2003, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) peti- tioned the US courts for permission to gain access to, transaction records involving Leadcnhall cards issued to at least 10 US citizens. Petition The IRS petition resulted from the sus- picion that debit and credit cards issued by offshore banks such as Leadenhall were being used to evade US income taxes. Several US citizens were also convicted in the Manhattan District Court for using Leadenhall's MasterCards to evade taxes and for money laundering, the amounts involved often more than $500,000. And Leadenhall is also understood to have "dodged a bullet" after a US court- appointed receiver decided not to initiate legal action against the bank in the Bahami- an courts over the role it was alleged to have played in a $135 million 'Ponzi' scheme. Phillip Stenger, the Cash 4 Titles liq- uidator, and his Cayman counterpart have decided not to pursue Leadenhall likely due to the costs involved and uncertainty of success, which would affect the recovery benefits for investors after the lawsuit they took pout against the, Bahamian insti- tution in the Northern Illinois District was thrown out on jurisdictional grounds. Cash 4 Titles involved the sale of sup- posedly high-interest bearing securities to investors, purporting to pay 36 per cent per annum, the proceeds from which would be used to finance Cash 4 Titles, an Atlanta company that made high-interest loans to poor African-Americans secured by car titles that were pledged as collateral. Pawn- ing car titles was given favourable tax treat- ment in Georgia. However, the principals behind Cash A4 Titles used old investor money to pay off new entrants in a classic 'Ponzi' scheme. Leadenhall denied all allegations against it, but it is uncertain whether it still facesia class-action lawsuit taken out against it in the Florida courts by investors in Cash '4 Titles. SBL' Tyiece is a four year, old in need of I medical treatment at Miami Children's Hospital for surgery pair her bladder bowels, Please assist her in having a normal childhood. 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WOOD ,46 Madeira Street -I I ,al RAGE WENESDY, JLY 20 200 TRIUNEOPORT Volleyball profildes THE Bahamas Volleyball Federation's junior girls team are participating in the Caribbean Volleyball Championships in Trinidad & Tobago this weekend. Here is a closer look at the players taking part: EBy KELSIE JOHNSON Junior Sports Reporter HOPING to better the skills of young volleyball players in the Bahamas, the Bahamas Volleyball Federation (BVF) will host the first annual Jackie Conyers Back-to- Basic Volleyball Clinic. The clinic will get underway Monday, July 25th-29th at the DW Davis gymnasium and will feature college coaches, hoping to award scholarships to recent high school players. Conyers, a veteran player at national level, represented the Bahamas from the age of 18 years, wrapping up her last tournament in Barbados last year. According to Conyers, the level of play has declined drastically because of the decreasing number of youth partici- pating in the sports. Ranked Reflecting on the days when she played, Cony- ers admitted that volley- ball was considered one of the premier sports in the Bahamas, with the national teams ranked highly throughout the Caribbean. She further stated that the growth in the sport has declined since the hosting of the 1994 senior Caribbean Volleyball Championships, a tour- nament which the Bahamas fared very well in both divisions. "I remember when the gyms used to be crammed, you couldn't find a seat," said Cony- ers. "This was when the sport was being played at a very high level. We were regarded through- out the Caribbean and feared where ever we went. "The only way we were able to achieve this high level of play was because of the dedication and. hand work of the players. "The training started at a young age. Coming out of high school we had developed the basic skills that were able to help us secure scholar- ships. "Nowadays, we have high school students graduating, who've played the game for their schools, but don't posses the necessary skills." The level of play is Conyers' biggest concern a:; she continues to play in the local association, witnessing the proficien- cy level of junior players. As a result of this, the clinic will focus mainly on developing the play- ers' proficiency levels, while fine tuning those of the more season players. The week-long clinic will be divided into two segments, junior and senior and will run between the hours of 9am-4pm. Eight coaches will be in town for the clinic, including: Venessa Hen- ry, Penny Lucas, head coach of Air Force Acad- emy and Verna Jultan, assistant coach of Air Force Academy. Name: Tamaz Thompson Age: 17 years. Height: 5-foot-6. Position play: Middle. Off-set. School: St. Anne's School. Years experience: First year. Expectations: To perform to the best of our abilities and hopefully medal. Name: Camilla Miller. - Age: 16 years. Height: 5-4. Position play: Setter/off-setter/power. School: St. Augustine's College. Years experience: Third years. Expectations: To achieve gold in Trinidad. Name: Aniska Rolle. Age: 18 years. Height: 5-foot-7. Position play: Libero. School: Benedict College, South Carolina. Years experience: Second year on Jr. CVC team. Expectations: To be able to come home with the gold. Name: Shatia Seymour. Age: 19 years. Height: 5-foot-4. Position play: Setter/off-setter. School: Bahamas Technical and Vocational Insti- tute. Years experience: Third year. Expectations: I am expecting our team to win a gold medal. Name: Theandra Thompson. Age: 17 years. Height: 5-foot-8. Position play: Middle/power. School: St. Augustine's College. Years experience: Third year. Expectations: Play hard and do our best while working towards a medal, preferably gold. Name: Whitney Armbrister. Age: 19 years. Height: 5-foot-7. Position play: Middle/off-set. School: Livingston College. Years experience: Third years. Expectations: To become a better player in the process and support my team in medalling. Name: Tia Charlow. Age: 18 years. Height: 5-foot-10. Position play: Middle/off-set. School: CR Walker. Years experience: Fifth year. Expectations: I expect this team to be great and I expect us to come back with the gold. Name: Jonean Saunders. Age: 17 years. Height: 5-foot-9 1/2. Position play: Power. School: CR Walker. Years experience: Second year. Expectations: Not available. Name: Terese Clarke. Age: 16 years. Height: 5-3. Position play: Libero. School: St. Augustine's College. Years experience: First year. Expectations: To do well in the tournament. Name: Cheryse Rolle. Age: 18 years. Height: 5-foot-8. Position play: Power. School: Benedict College. Years experience: Third year on Jr. CVC team. Expectations: Gold, but at least the bronze. Name: Jewel Smith. Age: 18 years. Height: 5-foot-9. Position play: Setter/off-setter/middle. School: St. Augustine's College. Years experience: Third year. Expectations: I expect us to come back with a medal, if not the gold, nothing less than the bronze. Name: Bianca Ferguson. Age: 16 years. Height: 5-foot-8. Position play: Power. School: Sir Jack Hayward, Grand Bahama. Years experience: First year. Expectations: Not available. %r% Indci fite Pakiuan in (rwlct %eW (k up o1rnr ... Copyrighted Material.. Syndicated Content - " Available from Commercial News Providers" -IF& AIM -411 -- - - S -~* * -- -4D.- ob - - .~ -.. ~ - - .~ - TRIBUNE SPORTS PAGE 8, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 jakkie Conyers ,'clmlc gets derway TRBUE POTSWDNSDYJUYT0S205 PGE9 CALVIN MURPHY, NBA Hall of Famer (with basketball), poses with excited campers at the 18th Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp. On his right is Jeff Rodgers, Camp Director. NBA star Calvin Murphy holds court at camp * By RENALDO DORSETT Junior Sports Reporter THE country's premiere basketball camp continues to set the benchmark with its pageantry, skill devel- opment and ability to teach young ballplayers to play the game the right way. The 18th annual Jeff Rodgers summer basket- ball camp is underway at its usual location, the Bahamas Academy Gym- nasium. Camp Director Jeff Rodgers said the camp still follows the same philoso- phy it began with almost two decades ago. ."One of our main focuss- es has been character building," he said. "Teach- ing campers how to listen and in turn we listen to the campers." Rodgers said this years' camp was special for a number of reasons. "This was probably one of the better years we have had in the camp," he said. "It's getting more exciting because now we under- stand the young people better, we understand how to'work with them and how to get them to be disci- plined." Treat The campers received a treat yesterday when they were visited by a number of American college and high school coaches and former National Basketball Association superstars, including Scott Burrell and Calvin Murphy. Murphy, a Hall of Famer and former Houston Rock- et great, spent time with the campers, becoming actively involved and par- ticipated in drills, display- ing the exuberant person- ality which makes him one of the NBA's most colour- ful characters. Rodgers said the young- sters were thrilled to spend the day learning from one of the NBA's greatest. "The kids were really excited to getting involved because Calvin interacted with them on every level, teaching them and just hav- ing a good time," he said. Jeff Rodgers hails special event "It was one of the most exciting moments of the camp." He added that Murphy, who has a rich history of working with young play- ers in his native Houston, Texas, was as excited to work with the kids, as they were to work with him. "He has his own basket- ball academy in Houston, so he was excited and very enthusiastic about working with the kids," he said. "The kids were blessed and fortunate to hear from one of the best to ever play the game of basketball." While the NBA stars are brought in to teach campers and advise them on how to use basketball to better their lives, Rodgers said the players often leave the camp learn- ing something new them- selves. "A number of the NBA players have camps in America and they take back things from our camp that they use in their camps back home," he said. "A lot of them have told me they have never seen another camp do the sort of things we do so it gives them an idea of what its like to help motivate and encourage these young people." The camp's annual fun night, which is scheduled for tonight and gives campers the opportunity to exhibit their new skills for parents, coaches and fans. Fun night also features the NBA stars in an exhi- bition game to give campers an opportunity to watch their favourite ath- letes perform. "It's going to be very colourful, the kids have some new drills and exer- cises they're eager to show fans and parents," he said. "That is what the camp is really all about, to let the kids know that whatever you are going through in life, you can have a good time.with sports." Sponsors The camp has a number of corporate sponsors including Vita Malt, Coli- nalmperial, Royal Bank of Canada, CIBC Trust, and others who are essential to the camp's success year after year. Without these many sponsors Rodgers said it would be impossible for the camp to become what it is today. "What motivates me a lot is the support we get from people, including sponsors and parents," he said. "Without them, there is.no way possible we can run a camp for four weeks and do all the things we are capable of doing." Rodgers said the camp is continuing to grow and change with each passing year. "The camp is just getting better, every year we learn from our mistakes and from our experiences," he said. "Each year we learn something we can do better than we did the year before." NBA HALL of Famer Calvin Murphy, performs jumping jacks with campers at the 18th Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp. IJ:> i TRIBUNE SPORTS WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005, PAGE 9B INg WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 SECTION Fax: (242) 328-2398 E-Mail: email@example.com MIAMI HERALD SPORTS ikia and ChPis are the0 E By BRENT STUBBS Senior Sports Reporter NIKIA Deveaux and Chris Vythoulkas will be the only two swimmers carrying the Bahamian flag at the XI FINA World Championships in Montreal, Canada. The 15-day championships is currently underway in Montreal, Canada with div- ing, synchronized swimming and water polo, but the swim- ming segment will run from July 24-31. It will be the first appear- ance in the championships for Deveaux and Vythoulkas as they will now complete the cycle of competing in every major international meet. The junior from the Uni- versity of Kentucky will be entered in the women's 50 metre freestyle. As usual, she will have to wait until the final day of competition on Sunday, July 31 to compete. Training "Training has been a little shaky over the past few weeks because I've been sick," said Deveaux, who has been home training at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquat- ic Centre under the supervi- sion of Ken McKinnon in the Barracuda Swim Club. "I've not been training as well as I would like to, so if I don't swim as well as I would like to, I hope to come close to that time and even swim better than I did at the nationals." At the Bahamas Swimming Federation's Royal Bank of Canada National Swimming Championships last month at the national aquatic centre, Deveaux swam 27.4 seconds to win her specialty. The 19-year-old graduate of Queen's College, admit- ted that her performances have not been up to par this year, particularly as she's still recuperating from the shoul- der surgery she underwent in S tha. am so fit. Yes it can be intimidating at times, but I have a goal so that is my main focus right now. "Every day I am approached by young children asking me how I go that way and saying how impressed they are. But my biggest compliment came from Debbie Ferguson. "When she saw me she was like 'wow, you're in great form and shape'." Using the national championships as a stepping stone to the Central American and Caribbean bodybuilding show, Mack- ey is confident that her routine will help her qualify for the World Games. According to Mackey, perfecting a rou- tine will take her at least a week. All of her routines are designed by Steven Coakley, national coach. in im for Bahamas * NIKIA DEVEAUX is all smiles as she talks about her chances at the FINA World Championships next week in Montreal, Canada. (Photo: Mario Duncanson/Tribune staff) September after competing in the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece in August. "But I swam really well at my conference meet, so I should swim really well," she projected. "My shoulder still hurts every now and again and I have to ease up on cer- tain things in practice. But it's much better than it was before I had the surgery." With two more years left, in college, the journalist ShoS!w of tregth romGiU * By KELSIE JOHNSON Junior Sports Reporter FINE tuning her .body for the biggest bodybuilding show to hit the Bahamas this year is Gina Mackey. Mackey is making last minute prepara- tions for the annual Bodybuilding and Fit- ness Nationals, hosted by the Bahamas BodyBuilding Federation (BBF), July, 29th-30th. This will be Mackey's seventh appear- ance at the national show, she has been competing in the sport since 1997. Mackey said: "I am looking forward to the show, making last minute preparations each day. There's a lot of work you have to in order to pull of a show of this magni- tude, so I am still working hard at it. "It is a lot of work, but I am still holding on through God's grace. Some days I want to give up, but I love competing. I love going out on the stage, entertaining the crowd." Mackey will be competing for her fifth heavyweight title, first starting out in the sport as a middle weight. Although she has a ;n-, ckcc. schedule that runs every weekda n.nd sometimes on the weekend, Mackey stat- ed that she will never trade the sport in. Mackey's day starts at 4.30am with a light jog for miles, followed by cardiovas- cular workouts. Working at the Henry Crawford Nation- al gymnasium has helped Mackey with her training. She said: "I love my job, I love the fact major has indicated that she will train through the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China and, after that, she will contemplate on retiring. "That's all I'm looking for- ward to right now and then I will see what happens after that," said Deveaux, who has appeared in more interna- tional meets than any other Bahamian female swimmer. McKinnon, who will travel as the manager/coach of the team, said McKinney is com- ing into the form she was in when she participated in the Olympics last year. Fast "She looks as good, she's as fast, she's as strong and she's more experienced," McKinnon said. "So I expect that she will come within the 26.75 to 26.69 area, if she hits her start right. When she hits her start right, it's a great improvement." But if she gets it right, McKinnon said Deveaux will have a fantastic meet in Canada. McKinnon, who has stayed in touch with Vythoulkas' coach about his progress, said he likes what he's heard about him training and is confident that he too will ha a great meet. for travelling ith Vytht.",lkas, Deveaux feels that they should have a good trip. "Me and Chris got along very well in Athens and so I think, although it's just the two of us, we will make the best out of it," she stated. "I'm sure we'll get a lot clos- er together after this trip." Vythoulkas, a 21-year-old entering his senior year at Florida State University, said he's also looking forward to travelling with Deveaux. "It's always good to have a team. The more the merri- er, but Nikia and I get along very well and she should do very well," reflected Vythoulkas, who has been training in Fort Lauderdale in preparation for the cham- pionships. "I've never really done bad at these meets, no matter what shape I'm in. It would have been fun if Jeremy (Knowles) was there to, but he just got married, so that's understandable that he can't be there." While he travels to Mon- treal on Friday, he won't compete in the 100 back- stroke until Monday, July 25. He was also entered in both the 50 fly and 50 back, but he pulled out of those two events to concentrate on the 100 back where he has a per- sonal best of 58.31. Competed "I had a pretty lopsided training this summer, so I know I'm not going to be at my best, but I will still go there and make it a worth- while meet," said Vythoulkas, who competed for St. Andrew's School before he headed to high school in Florida. "I'm still focussed because I want it to be a really good meet. "This summer has been up and down. We had a lot of meets and I had some prob- lems with my coach, so I will still try and pull something off, but I don't know what to expect." * GINA MACKEY goes through a light workout session as she prepares for the Bahamas Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation's National Championships. (Photo: Mario Duncanson/Tribune staff) _ __ I --A EXHIBITIONS MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT WEDNESDAY, JULY 20,2005 "BAHAMA Mama", an installation at the National Art Gallery under the Playground Project programme, invites you to think about artistic expression and cultural criticism. (Photos: Tim Aylen) Viewers will be floored by 'Bahama Mama' * By ERICA WELLS MOST people don't think twice about the floor. But a new installation at the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas is forc- ing viewers to look down and think again in more ways than one. "Bahama Mama", a striking arrangement of 800 Aunt Jemi- ma-like salt and pepper shak- ers installed beneath 32 square feet of Plexiglas serves as a bridge between two galleries, and stops the viewer in their tracks with its scale and mes- sage. "It invites you to walk across her and bridge the gap between artistic expression and cultural criticism," says John Cox, edu- cation officer at the NAGB who facilitated the project created by six participants. The installation, inspired by Korean artist Du Ho Suh's "Floor" piece, works oh many different levels. Presence It engages the viewer with its presence, taking the traditional eye-level gaze away from the wall and down to the floor; and is a social commentary on the Bahamas' tourism industry. And how our dependence on it can sometime come at the expense of our cultural integri- ty. The central element is the "happy smiling native" doll- a racist stereo-type image that many people would rather for- get. "The physical nature of the 8 0 figures serve a bridge between two galleries structure of the piece suggests a kind of support that reminds us of both the reduced but popular symbolism of the 'Bahama Mama' in contrast to the cru- cial reality of the real 'Bahami- an Mother', which in many ways symbolises the pillars that hold the society together," says Cox. The piece itself is unusual because it's on the floor, and it has a "Fun House" quality about it. "You have to walk on it, it forces you to see it in a lot of different ways," says Cox. You have to walk on "Bahama Mama" to get from one gallery to the other. From one angle, the doll's red ban- dana looks like hundreds of cherries placed neatly in rows; and from another it has very military presence, the dolls in black face lined up like soldiers ready for battle, their rolling pins as weapons. The "Bahama Mama" salt arid pepper shakers are an obvi- ous take on the Aunt Jemima image the distinctive apron- clad cook with a large girth and bandana tied around her head. The figure has become the clearly identified "mammy" in American history "the sub- servient Black woman com- pletely dedicated to the white family". Image The image is offensive to many, and for Cox and the stu- dents who worked on the pro- ject, it was ideal to illustrate a very real paradox in the coun- try's tourist industry. "This popular sel'Pr symbol- ises a paradox in c -ourist industry. We are supp... -d by selling-endorsing a derogatory image of ourselves and justify it as a means of su, val," says Cox. Six students Genele Delan- cy, Jonathan Murray, Mark and Tina Sterling, Nicholas Symon- ette and Natasha Turnquest - worked for three consecutive Saturdays on the installation SEE page two Y7 'w~; , __ ~~~ai II PAGE 2C, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 THE TRIBUNE TEARTS Harry has Bahamian readers fully booked - - a w THE sixth volume of the Har- ry Potter series sold close to nine million copies in its first 24 hours on sale, becoming the fastest- selling book in history on both sides of the Atlantic. Logos Bookstore in the Har- bour Bay Shopping Centre joined bookstores across the world in a carefully orchestrated opening that saw young and old readers pour into stores at one minute past midnight on Satur- day to snap up the much-antici- pated "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince". Outselling By Monday morning, Logos had sold about 350 copies of the book (150 of them were pre- ordered) since it was released on Saturday, far outselling other books in its genre, says Rose- marie Johnson-Clarke, who has been coordinating children's books and programmes for Logos Bookstore for about five years. "There is nothing that com- pares to Harry Potter," says Mrs Clarke. Starting from 9pm last Friday, Harry Potter enthusiasts began to gather at Logos Bookstore for a night of activities, including a trivia contest and treasure hunt, leading up to sale time. And by the end of the evening, about 110 people had passed through, including a visitor staying at LINDA Gil-Aranha, Harry 6 Team, shows the first copy of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" to excited customers at the launch for Logos Bookstore on Saturday. (Photo: Tim Aylen) Atlantis on Paradise Island, who made a special trip to the store by taxi-cab to make sure she got one of the first copies. First thing Monday morning, a customer showed up at Logos to buy another copy of the "Prince" because she had sold the one she had purchased the Saturday before to an eager reader for $200. She was already on page 400 when the sale was made over the weekend and couldn't wait to buy another copy, for $29.99. The adventures of Harry Pot- ter and his friends at Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witch- craft have won over a new gen- eration of young readers and been adapted into a movie series. Eighteen-year-old Ahlya Fountain, who has already fin- ished reading the latest instal- ment, was among one of the first Bahamians to buy the book ear- ly Saturday morning. She has read, re-read and re- read the five previous books in the series. And said "Harry Pot- ter and Half-Blood Prince" was definitely worth staying up for, even if it was a little "darker" than the others. "I read my first Harry Potter book when I was 11 and I've been hooked ever since," said Ahlya who will most certainly re-read the book before too long. The series is enjoyed by chil- dren and adults alike, but the reason seems hard to pin down for many. Masterful "I don't know what it is (that makes the book so popular)," says Mrs Clarke. "(Rowling) is just a masterful storyteller. She is able to take kids to another world, a world that they love." Logos originally ordered 700 books to ensure they wouldn't run out, and the remaining copies are moving fast, says Mrs Clarke. J K-Rowling, who first came up with the idea in 1990, started writing Harry Potter when she 'went to Portugal to teach Eng- lish. After the first book in the series was turned down by sev- eral publishers, Bloomsbury finally offered to print it. The five previous books have sold around 275 million copies world- wide. The series has also make Rowling the wealthiest woman in the United Kingdom. Her per- sonal fortune in 2004 was an esti- mated $1 billion. - - w - a S - .5 - ~.- ~.. - S Viewers will be floored by 'Bahama Mama' --- a .0 ~ S - - -.5 - - -~ - FROM page one (and several other days), which is part of the Gallery's Play- ground Project, and its efforts to find new ways to include the local art community in ways designed to both stimulate artis- tic growth and enhance the environment. The idea behind the Play- ground Project, developed by Cox, involves NAGB staff members collaborating with stu- dents and members of the pub- lic to make site specific installa- tions for display at the Gallery over an indefinite period of time. "(The Gallery) wants to engage people. We want them to feel like the gallery is for them, another way for people to understand and create art at a high level," says Cox. "Bahama Mama" is the first in the series, and sets a high mark for future projects under the programme. Project While Cox came up with the idea to base the project on a Do Ho Suh piece, the group worked together to come up with how the installation would work in a Bahamian context. In Do Ho Suh's "Floor" installation, the artist creates a glass floor suspended in a gallery by thousands of individ- ually cast figures. The piece addresses the notion of individ- ual versus the collective roles in society, and the figures rep- resent and speak to the efforts that everyday people make in society that go unnoticed, but in fact are the very reason that the communities stay function- ing, explains Cox. "With our piece 'Bahama Mama', we bor- row the artist's idea but re-visit the concept within a Bahamian context." To achieve this, the group "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" - ~ .-.. ~ .5 - a b.. a.o - * ft spent the first Saturday coming up with ideas and brainstorm- ing. Once it was decided that tourism would be the focus, Cox and the students visited the -straw market. Stalls It was there that. they saw the "Bahama Mama", a hot seller at almost every one of the 600-plus. stalls at the straw market. Once they figured out that they would need 800 (400 pairs) of the salt and pepper shakers to cover the 4' x 8' space, they con- tacted the wholesaler and ordered the half-inch Plexiglas that would be supported by the dolls. The group had to make sure the floor was structurally sound and could hold a signifi- cant amount of weight. Ramps also had to be built to complete the installation that also serves as a bridge between galleries three and four, where works from the National Collection hang. Jonathan Murray, an Art major at COB who worked on the project, says he was excited to work on something concep- tual for a change. "It was a lot different from what I usually do. There was more thinking involved, we had to collaborate ideas and work together, which was sometimes difficult," he says. Murray says that while the. piece is not perfect, it's an inter- esting contrast to what's hang- ing in'the two galleries that it connects. He said that the most chal- lenging aspect of the project was deciding on the idea and mak- ing sure it held up.. Another reason for basing the installation on Do Ho Suh's work, says Cox, had to do with the medium. Strength "I think his work is very inter- esting. It works, and the strength of it is, it's on the edge, it's a cutting medium," he says. "Conceptual art is the new language, and a lot of art in that context .falls short. The mes- sages are too vague, but his (Do Ho Suh) work is accessible. I was interested in something that would make an impact and have an architectural presence." Cox says that he also wanted to use the project as an oppor- tunity to move away from the conventional teacher-student relationship, based on individual assessment. "This project involved a lot more talking, discussion and criticism," says Cox. "This is not a John Cox piece with assis- tants, it's a collaboration." He says that one of his first goals was to introduce and expose students to a certain way of thinking, about material and the symbolism and message. To work together, conceptualise and heighten and sharpen con- ceptual skills. Process Admittedly, the process was quite different (and at times frustrating) compared to how one would approach a more tra- ditional piece, says Cox. "It's not just about going to the store and buying paint and then mak- ing a painting. It involves research, you have to look in different places, you're using a different palette. But perhaps the most impor- tant aspect of "Bahama Mama" is the simple truth in its mes- sage. "I thought most people would be able to identify with the cen- tral theme of the piece," says Cox. "It's physically large and engaging, but each piece has its own symbolism. When it is mul- tiplied it begins to take on a dif- ferent meaning." Bahama Mama can be seen at the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas, West and West Hill Sts. Gallery hours: Tue, We, Fr, Sa - 10am-4pm; Th lOam-6pm. Call 328-5800 for more infor- mation. -S - ..~ a - * = FENCING, RAILING, DECKING, GAZEBOES & ARBORS Tel: 324-8723 Fax: 324-8469 It's summer time! Time for barbeques, family gatherings and lots of outdoor fun! Make your back yard picture perfect for all your activities and just a pleasure to see & enjoy with a 100% virgin vinyl gazebo. (10'xlO') No.Nw,$2,799 Whiflesupplieslt limited stock. Also on Special Weather Vane Summer days are for R&R not painting. That's why we offer a 50 yr. warranty against rusting, peeling, blistering & cracking on our fencing and other vinyl product. Check out our styles on-line: www.symphonysvinyl.com * * - o -0 --W Knight stars with spoken word works * By JANICE MATHER FOR lovers of lyrics and fans of thoughtful rhythms, a life supreme proved to be the most satisfying poetry event of the season. Visiting artist Larry Knight, and his smooth spoken word works, many of which came from his CD, also entitled a life supreme, lived up to every bit of promise the album had suggested. Mr. Knight's delivery con- fident, impassioned and power- ful was flawless, from the first note of The Myth of Tomorrow to the final poem, which evoked an encouraging message of spreading wings preparing to take powerful flight. Mirrors Beauty Salon, where the show was held Sunday night, may seem like an unlikely venue for the summer's first solid show. But, with a commanding voice that needed no microphone, and words that demanded and received complete silence from listeners, Mr Knight trans- formed an ordinary room into the wide crossroads of an old poetry review Southern road, painting word- pictures of a piano-playing, soul-singing queen and of hose and dog-controlled civil rights uprisings, and lynched black boys "slung from south- ern trees/rhythmically swing- ing/like macabre metronomes." Stage Before Mr Knight took to the stage on Sunday evening, home- grown poets set the pace in an open-mic segment with a level of quality that would have sug- gested that performers had been scheduled. Bodine John- son, a comedian-style poet, got the audience grinning with rhymes about a hypocritical church deacon whose sins find him out, while Nadine Thomas- Brown bent genre boundaries, straddling poetry and reggae with rhythmic chat. Carlton Watson mused on the shoddy The Nassau Amateur Operatic Society in conjunction with the Freeport Players Guild present "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change!" Coming to the Dundas Theatre, July 21, 22 & 23, 8pm. Off-Broadway's Longest-running Musical Comedy celebrates the modern-day mating game and explores the joys of dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws. Tickets are $20 and $25 and can be pur- chased at Fox Hill Nursery on Bernard Road. Proceeds will be going towards repairs to the Regency Theatre in Freeport due to Hur- ricane damage, and the Bahamas Heart Asso- ciation. Wide Angle at the National Art Gallery features Tough Guise on Thursday, July 21 at 7.45pm. Tough Guise analyzes masculinity as a social contruction, a performance, or role, in short, a tough guise. Disscuants following the screening include Marie Mills and Dr Ian Strachan of the Col- lege of the Bahamas. This documentary is brought to you by the NAGB in collaboration with the School of English Studies at COB. It is not suitable for children. Admission is free. Refreshments will be on sale. Alternate Photography @ the National Art Gallery: a course designed to engage interested students in the visual and aesthet- ic possibilities of photography as an art, and alternative photography as an accessible medium. Students will be introduced to the history of photography. They will learn how to build cameras, principles of photographic compo- sition, correct darkroom procedures and film development and alternative photography techniques that allow images to be developed state of "black love", then spanned the globe with world- commentary poetry that ques- tioned why Rwanda's genocide has been largely forgotten while 9/11 remains pre-eminent in many minds. Then the lights dipped, and, from the back of the room, a sonorous song reminiscent of old spirituals began Mr Knight's performance. Taking listeners whirling through the American South, Mr Knight used words to pay homage to musical greats Nina Simone and Miles Davis and to evoke painful pictures of activism and Civil Rights strug- gles. Interspersing spoken lyrics with bouts of song, he tackled the haunting lines of Strange Fruit, which bitterly describes lynching, then later teased lis- teners with just a few lines of Eyes on the Prize. on all types of surfaces and objects, and pro- duces images with very particular charecter- istics. The workshop will be held at NAGB, West and West Hills Sts, and runs from July 18- .30, 9.30am 2pm (some days are full work days and will run from 9am-5pm). Age group: 12 years and older. Cost: $60 members/$80 non-members. All participants must be reg- istered for this workshop. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Space is limited. To register call 328-5800. The National Collection @ the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas, an exhibition that takes the viewer on a journey through the history of fine art in the Bahamas. It features signature pieces from the nation- al collection, including recent acquisitions by Blue Curry, Antonius Roberts and Dionne Benjamin-Smith. Call 328-5800 to book tours. Past, Present and Personal: The Dawn Davies Collection @ the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas, Villa Doyle, West and West Hill Streets. The exhibition is part of the NAGB's Col- lector's Series. Call 328-5800 to book tours. The Awakening Landscape: The Nassau Watercolours of Gaspard Le Marchand Tup- per, from the collection of Orjan and Aman- da Lindroth @ the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas. The mid-nineteenth century paintings that make up the exhibition are part of one of the earliest suites of paintings of Nassau and its environs; Tupper was a British military officer sta- tioned at Fort Charlotte in the 1850s. The works show a pre-modern Bahamas through the decidedly British medium of watercolour. Call 328-5800 to book tours. SAMERICAN ARTIST LARRY KNIGHT Between power-packed spo- ken and sung word spat out with a fervour often only seen in the Sunday morning perfor- mances of many a Baptist preacher, Mr Knight also spoke of love, and of growing up in Louisiana, assuring audiences that while his work is strongly grounded in the US South, his themes are no stranger to the Bahamian shores, or to any- where. Speaking about on being black in America, he told the audience "The title could be erased and it could be applica- ble in the Bahamas... 'Cause I've been here for two weeks and I've seen a lot of stuff." Mr Knight, who said in an earlier interview that he expect- ed his material. to be applicable to Bahamian audiences despite its very Black-American con- tent, wove local references into chaos in e minor, a powerful rant that contrasts classics like John Coltrane and Nina Simone with the contemporary "roar of an audience as they sit/ waiting, with guts churning, hearts rac- ing, palms sweating/ for announcer to sing 'ladies and gentlemen, we proudly present for your listening enjoyment this evening, the one, the only/ Brittany Spears'." Original The original version then describes a young, undiscovered black girl, in contrast, singing somewhere in a house in Jack- sonville; for the Nassau audi- ence, it was aptly and suc- cessfully adapted to "a young girl in Fox Hill stands in a bath- room and sings heavenly into a hairbrush". As well as describ- ing classic Black American musicians, Mr Knight broke out with a recollection of "Ray Munnings making Nassau a lit- tle bit funkier, singing 'Nassau's got rhythm, Nassau's got soul!'" "I know the fourth verse too," Mr Knight laughed, to approving whoops and claps from the audience. "(I wanted) just to connect with the audience and to let them know that no.matter where the piece was written, it's still applicable wherever it's being performed," explained Mr Knight, after the show. "It was just to give the audi- ence the opportunity connect, and establish that link." Even without tangibly reach- ing out to Bahamians with familiar names, his content, and strong delivery guaranteed that the audience would relate. If the applause was anything to judge by, the audience was pleased with the power-packed performance that combined fury at the past, passion for pos- itive fights, Miles Davis-style ear play, lyrical storytime, and old-style spirituals with new- time commentary. Only one question remained after the show: when next? That remains to be seen. But, says Mr Knight "Definitely, I will be back." And, if word spreads, it's:likely that next time will be another well-attended treattfor ears, heart,.and mind. HIUREAUIENCE^'ONfLY N OE NDR 8 DITTED WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2u,' , . THE TRIBUNE PAw. 4G, VVEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 THE TRlBUNE~ a A " I %0 04? % I a K | % I * * * TW1i iCopyrighted Materi S indicated Content -Available from Commercial News F d- - * *o ** -, , -*a W*40 111- o U, o mo 4 0 m a- w. a,-. .-- o * 9m ** - "10,1 Gom 4" m eb-,,,,,0. OW, S* e -a m )roviders" " - b b ---901M 6,-me s so 4111 M 4 Gom 410 -&~ --W 41o 'roviders - GINO am MEMO- ft.1P ft- ab 00 w ini "W s m.- U. 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Distributed by The d' Albe nas Agency Pal dale 322-1441 %&b -oe THE TRIBUNE, PAGh: 4C, WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005 0 0 ** .* * % 4 *1 r1 Tse WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2005, PAGE 5C HE TRIBUNE WHATS ON IN AND AROUND N A S S A U EM A I L 0 U T T H E R E @ T R I B U N E M E D IA NET (Free admission) every Saturday with live music from photographer Roland Rose at the Central Bank of 8 pm to midnight. Karaoke Sundays from 8pm to mid- the Bahamas Art Gallery. This exhibition is being night, $1 shots and dinner specials all night long. held on the occasion of the 32nd Anniversay of inde- pendence of the Bahamas. I~llm PARTIES, NIGHTCLUBS & RESTAURANTS Sunshine Auto Sales's Boat Cruise & Auto Show After Party, Thursday, July 21 @ Club Fluid. Doors open @ 9pm Admission: $10 (ladies). $15 (gents, until 12pm). First 50 ladies receive free glass of wine. Free hors doeuvres until 11:30pm. Special guest DJs: The Mighty Pencil & One Dwight. All Cat Island Boat Cruise, on board the Sea Link, Sat- urday, July 23. Special guests: Lady Saw and Elephant Man. Featuring a $1,500 giveaway, and music by The Mighty Pencil, Da Butler and DJ One Dwight. Board- ing time: 8pm. Boat leaves Potters Cay Dock at 9pm sharp. Tickets @ $15 can be purchased at Star Track Meat, Carmichael Road (Tel: 341-6030). Or $20 at the boat. Goin' Back to da Island Boat Cruise Part H (an Ack- lins Regatta event), on board the Island Link, Saturday, July 23. Door prizes include: 2 Round trips on Bahama- sair; Gift certificates from John Bull, The Polo Com- pany, City Markets, Jaffies Clothing Store and Subway; dinner for 2 at Cassurina's; his and her watches from' Colombian Emeralds; and Galleria movie tickets. Fea- turing music by Marvin A, Gigolo Jeff and Links. Boarding time: 7:30pm. Sailing time: 8pm. Boat leaves east of the police station, Potters Cay Dock. Tickets: $15 (food included), available at the Juke Box, V B Travel, and Hanna's Hardware. Security provided by C & M Security Firm. Nelson Cooper Peace on da Streets Basketball Classic @ Sir Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium, Saturdays, July 23 at 9am. Featuring: a Three-Point Shootout and the Jimel Slam Dunk Contest. Admission: $1 (children under 12), $2 (adults) before 5pm. After 5pm all entrants pay $5. For more information call 356-6549 or 326- 7269. Wild Jungle, each and every Wednesday night @ Club Trappers, Nassau's "upscale" gentleman's club. Fea- turing a female body painting extravaganza. Free body Painting @;8 pm. Ladies always welcome. Admission: Men free before 10pm. Females free. There will be free food and hors d'oeuvres between 9 and 10 pm. Open until 4 am. Ladies Night @ Fluid lounge, this and every Thursday night. Doors open at 10pm. Ladies free before lam, $10 after. Guys: $15 all night. Drink special- 3 @ $10 (Bac- ardi) Giveaways and door prizes every week. Exotic Saturdays @ Fridays Soon Come starts with 3 for $10 drink specials. Admission: $10 before mid- night and $15 after. Ladies free before 11pm. Rave Saturdays @ Club Eclipse. DJ Scoobz spinning the best in Old Skool. Admission $35, all inclusive food and drink. Fever @ Bahama Boom, Elizabeth St, downtown, every Friday night. Admission $10 before midnight. First 50 women get free champagne. First 50 men get a free Greycliff cigar. Dress to impress. For VIP reser- vations call 356-4612. Mellow Moods every Sunday @ Fluid Lounge and Nightclub, Bay St, featuring hits from yesterday old school reggae and rockers downstairs, and golden oldies upstairs. Admission: Free. Doors open 9pm. Karaoke Music Mondaze @ Topshotters Sports Bar. Drink specials all night long, including karaoke warm- up drink to get you started. Party from 8pm-until. Reggae Tuesdays @ Bahama Boom. Cover charge includes a free Guinness and there should be lots of prizes and surprises. Admission: Ladies $10 and Men S$15. SHlmipi Day Happy Hour @ Topshotters Sports Bar every Wednesday Spm-8pm. Free appetizers and numerous drink specials. Flash Nights @ Club Fluid every Thursday. The ulti- mate Ladies Night. Join Nassau's and Miami Beach's finest men. Ladies only before 11.30pm with free chainm- jpagne. Guys allowed after 11.30pm with $20 cover. Da Spot, a weekly comedy show, features skits and spoofs on Bahamian life, with improv by a talented young cast. The show is held Tuesdays @ The Dundas at 8pm. Admission is $10, and tickets are sold at the door. Bold, an exhibition of paintings by JeRome Harris Miller at Azure Spa, British Colonial Hilton, runs through July 30. Spa hours Monday-Saturday, 9am- 6pm and Sunday, 10am-6pin. A second opening recep- tion will be held on Friday, July 15, from 6pm-9pm. n Wide Angle at the National Art Gallery features Tough Guise on Thursday, July 21 at 7:45pm. Tough Guise analyzes masculinity as a social contruction, a performance, or role, in short, a tough guise. Disscuants following the screening include Marie Mills and Dr Ian Strachan of the College of the Bahamas. This documentary is brought to you by the NAGB in collaboration with the School of English Studies at COB. It is not suitable for children. Admis- sion is free. Refreshments will be on sale. Alternate Photography @ the National Art Gallery: a course designed to engage interested students in the visual and aesthetic possibilities of photography as an art, and alternative photography as an accessible medi- um. Students will be introduced to the history of pho- tography. They will learn how to build cameras, prin- ciples of photographic composition, correct darkroom procedures and film development and alternative pho- tography techniques that allow images to be devel- oped on all types of surfaces and objects, and pro-, duces images with very particular charecteristics. The workshop will be held at NAGB, West and West Hills Sts, and runs from July 18-30, 9.30am - 2pm (some days ate full work days and will run from 9am-5pm). Age group: 12 years and older. Cost: $60 members/$80 non-members. To register call 328-5800. The National Collection @ the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas, an exhibition that takes the viewer on a journey through the history of fine art in the Bahamas. It features signature pieces from the national collection, including recent acquisitions by Blue Curry, Antonius Roberts and Dionne Benjamin-Smith. Call 328-5800 to book tours. This exhibition closes February 28,2006. modem Bahamas through the decidely British medium of watercolour. Call 328-5800 to book tours. This exhi- bition closes August 31,2005. HEALTH Doctors Hospital Distinguished Lecture Series: Dr Willard Thompson will talk about sports medicine - ipjury, prevention/teatment, drug use/abuse, and more - on Thursday, July 21, 6pm in the conference room. The Cancer Society of the Bahamas meets at 5.30pm on the second Tuesday of each month at their Head- quarters at East Terrace, Centreville. Call 323-4482 for more info. MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Bahamas meets the third Monday every month, 6pm @ Doctors Hospital con- ference room. The Bahamas Diabetic Association meets every third Saturday, 2.30pm (except August and December) @ the Nursing School, Grosvenor Close, Shirley Street. Doctors Hospital, the official training centre of the American Heart Association offers CPR classes certi- fied by the AHA. The course defines the warning signs of respiratory arrest and gives prevention strate- gies to avoid, sudden death syndrome and the most common serious injuries and choking that can occur in adults, infants and children. CPR and First Aid class- es are offered every third Saturday of the month from 9am-lpm. Contact a Doctors Hospital Community Training Representative at 302-4732 for more infor- mation and leam to save a life today. REACH Resources & Education for Autism and related Challenges meets from 7pm 9pm the sec- ond Thursday of each month in the cafeteria of the BEC building, Blue Hill Road. 'f CIVIC CLUBS Toastmasters Club 1095 meets Tuesday, 7.30pm @ C C Sweeting Senior School's Dining Room, college Avenue off Moss Road. Club 9477 meets Friday, 7pm @ Bahamas Baptist Community College Rm A19, Jean St. Club 3956 meets Thursday, 7.30pmi @ British Colonial Hilton. Club 1600 meets Thursday, 8.30pm @ SuperClubs Breezes. Club 7178 meets Tuesday, 6pm @ The J Whitney Pinder Building, Collins Ave. Club 2437 meets every second, fourth and fifth Wednes- day at the J Whitney Pinder Building, Collins Ave at 6pm. Club 612315 meets Monday 6pm @ Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Club 753494 meets every Wednesday, 6pm-8pm in the Solomon's Building, East- West Highway. Club Cousteau 7343 meets every Tues- day night at 7.30 in the Chickcharney Hotel, Fresh Creek, Central Andros. All are welcome. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Eta Psi Omega chapter meets every second Tuesday, 6.30pm @ the Eleuthera Room in the Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity meets every first Tuesday, 7pm @ Gaylord's Restaurant, Dowdeswell St. Please call 502-4842/377-4589 for more info. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity meets every second Tues- day, 6.30pm @ Atlantic House, IBM Office, 4th floor meeting room. The Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) meets every third Monday of the month in the Board Room of the British Colonial Hilton Hotel, Bay St. Nassau Council 10415 Knights of Columbus meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 8pm @ St Augustine's Monestary. Nassau Bahamas Koinonia meets every second Friday of each month, 7.30pm at Emmaus Centre at St Augustine's Monestary. For more info call 325-1947 after 4pm. International Association of Administrative Profes- sionals, Bahamas Chapter meets the third Thursday of every month @ Superclubs Breezes, Cable Beach, 6pm. Twisted Boodah Lounge @ Cafe Segafredo, Charlotte St kicks off Fridays at 6pm with deep house to hard house music, featuring CraigBOO, Unkle Funky and Sworl'wide on the decks. Chill Out Sundays @ Coco Loco, Sandyport, from 4pm-until, playing deep, funky chill moods with world beats. Sweet Sunday Chill Out Soiree Lounge, every Sunday, 4pm-midnight @ Patio Grille, British Colonial Hotel. Wet Sundays, every Sunday, noon-midnight @ Crystal Cay Beach. Admission $10, ladies free. Carib Scene @ Club Fluid every Sunday. A night of Caribbean, Latin and Reggae flavours for all audi- ences. Latin Flair in the VIP Lounge; Old School Reg- gae and Soca in the Main Lounge. Ladies in free before llpm. $10 after 11pm. Men, $15 cover charge. TooLooSe @ Indigo Restaurant on West Bay St and Skyline Drive. Singer/songwriter Steven Holden per- forms solo with special guests on Thursday from 9pm - midnight. The Graham Holden Deal @ The Green Parrot....David Graham, Steve Holden, Tim Deal and Friends perform Sunday, 7pm 10pm @ Hurricane Hole on Paradise Island. Jay Mitchell and Hot KC @ Palm Court Lounge, British Colonial Hilton, Wednesday-Thursday 8pm- 12am. Sunday Night Interlude @ Briteley's Restaurant & Lounge, Eneas St off Poinciana Drive. Featuring Frankie Victory at the key board in the After Dark Room every Sunday, 8.30pm to midnight. Fine food and drinks. Paul Hanna, Tabatha and Gernie, andthe Caribbean Express perform at Traveller's Rest, West Bay St, every Sunday, 6.30pm-9.30pm. MEN i THE ARTS 1[7 - The Nassau Amateur Operatic Society in con- junction with the Freeport Players Guild present "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Changel" Coming to the Dundas Theatre, July 21, 22 & 23, 8pm. Off-Broadway's Longest-running Musical Comedy celebrates the modem-day mating game and explores the joys of dating, romance, marriage, lovers, hus- bands, wives and in-laws. Tickets are $20 and $25 and can be purchased at Fox Hill Nursery on Bernard Road. Proceeds will be going towards repairs to the Regency Theatre in Freeport due to Hurricane dam- age and the Bahamas Heart Association. PAGE 0, WENESDY, JUY 20,2005THE TIBUN Singaton starts his gospel comeback on the right note * By PETURA BURROWS Tribune Feature Writer USUALLY a person chroni- cles his life story in an autobiog- raphy or biography book form, but a come-back gospel singer is sharing his story through the release of his album, The Rebirth of Singaton. The album isn't due for release until the end of December but listeners are already getting their ears re-acquainted with Singa- ton's sound with the first single from the project, "Blind Follow the Blind', which is receiving air play on Joy 101.9FM. No stranger to music, Singa- ton (Clement Chea) had been on the gospel scene for a number of years, until he "fell into a backslidden position" and lost interest in singing for God but only temporarily. Amazing The life of this 32-year old has been amazing. Born on January 28, 1973 in West Palm Beach, Florida to Hazel and Alton Chea, and "growing up" in the church, life soon took a dramat- ic turn into crime and gang violence early on in his adoles- cence. Clement became a member of the Raiders gahg, and at 16 years old was. charged with murder. He was sentenced to five years but only served 14 months after receiving a government par- don. In 1995, at a Peace on the *Streets Outreach Mission by Youth Alive Ministries at Bahamas Faith Ministries, Clement found God. He began singing on the Christian circuit as Singaton, a.name that he earned at an impromptu song competition after he outsang all the contestants. Singaton ministered at various schools and churches along with other delinquent young men who had become Christians. They * COMEBACK gospel singer Siiigaton (Clement Chea) spread the message of non-vio- lence and choosing Christ. But his walk with God would take a shift. The artist recalls "loosing (his) way" with God, but somehow he never forgot his promise to serve Him. "I was spiritually weak, so it leaves space for Satan to pene- trate and make himself a part of it... So he made his way to me through certain ways and means," he adds. Singaton stayed in that condi- tion for seven years. He was a "henchman" for a popular drug dealer (now deceased). He trav- elled "back and forth" to Jamaica transporting drugs, until an "encounter" brought him back to God. Though his stint away from God could be considered a waste of time and energy, Singaton chooses to look at it in a different way, as something divine. He explains: "See, God's num- ber of perfection, his number of completion, is really seven, so I don't really look at it like I wast- ed seven years in the world. That's seven years of testimony, trials and tribulations. I could have been dead, within those sev- en years I done get stabbed, been in the hospital for weeks, lungs collapsed, done get buss with a gun buss with dope, been locked up for $25,000 at the airport, you know I had all kind of different things going on, so I have testi- mony upon testimony. So each incident has taught me now to value life more and even appre- ciate why God has kept me here for so long. So this album is my gift." It's been one year since his re- dedication that Singaton started singing again publicly. Realising that his mistake in 1995 was plac- ing too much emphasis on the music and not enough of the word of God, Singaton wanted to first get deeper into his studies. "I'm a person who is just com- ing into his purpose, so that's why when I first came back into the.faith I was like, I ain't going into that music, that's what caused me the last time. I was weak and I didn't even try to get strong," he shares. The song, "Blind Follow the Blind", was written by fellow gospel artist, Landlord, about 10 years ago, but Singaton added two verses to it when he went to the studio in March of this year. And though he is not the original author, there were still some "personal convictions" when it came to the song. Biblical "Following the blind was what I was doing all my life," he tells Tribune Entertainment. "I was following people who were blind spiritually but they knew the word of God. And you can prove it in any bar room, any blocks where guys smoking and carryin' on, you will find more biblical and spiritual conversations going on there whether its a conver- sation or debate.- but they ain't saved, so basically they trying lead arid they are blind. And people like me were fol- lowing their outlook on every- thing." The Rebirth of Singaton is a multi-single release scheduled to hit the shelves in December. The five-track multi-single will fea- ture "Temptation", a collabora- tion between the singer and gospel artist Peter Runks; "Nev- er Give Up", a newly written song; and a treat for the children, an old-school cover of the song, "Father Abraham", among oth- ers. 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