Reggae hall of fame
I agree with Jeffrey Brown's letter to The Gleaner, but I have always wondered why Jamaica never got their own Reggae hall of fame, which could be used both as a place to have shows and as a place to keep memorabilia. This project would be a joint venture between the artistes, the government and the private sector. We could think of it like a national project that everyone both overseas and in Jamaica would support. I am quite sure that most artistes would be more than willing to give their talents towards such a venture. Government should provide the land and the private sector could donate some financial assistance. I am sure we can all make it happen.
- Christopher Campbell, camo4@charter.net, Mableton, Georgia, Via Go-Jamaica
A big Thank You
I am writing to express gratitude shown to my mother, cousin and me by Sergeant Hyde and Constable Clarke at the Mandeville Police Station, as well as Mr. Richards alias Ruddy from Mandeville who all helped to get our vehicle started on its return back to Kingston on January 6.
I went to the police station at approximately 4 p.m. when my vehicle would not start even after persons stopped to help without success. The police officers found the right persons to help, including Mr. Richards, who solved the problem. And we arrived back in Kingston by 10.30 p.m.
Thanks to all who helped. All is not lost in this beautiful country.
A blessed 2008 to them all.
- Claire Bolt, Kingston
Housing defects
I wish to express my disappointment with the lack of development of the Retirement Phase II housing project in Montego Bay, St. James, which has come to a complete halt for a number of years. I don't believe the Government should be looking at starting new housing projects until some of the old ones are completed. It is quite inhumane to see individuals living in such conditions - no water, no electricity, no electricity and no roads. And last but not least, the area is littered with thieves due to the lack of development. Aren't the citizens of Retirement Phase II citizens of Jamaica too?
- Joseph Waite, St. James, Via Go-Jamaica
On coming home
The recent "Come home to Jamaica" letter was a lovely letter. It touched every bone in my body. I have been wanting to put this in writing to the editor for all who live abroad to see. Well done to the writer.
I, too, live in the U.K. and many of my family and friends, do feel the same way.
- Janet Green, seyjay@hotmail.co.uk, 18 Sportsbank Street, Catford, London England, Via Go-Jamaica
