ALTHOUGH the principal aim of most family historians is to trace their ancestry back as far as is possible with any degree of certainty, a secondary and very important objective is to learn as much as possible about one’s ancestors and the lives they lived.
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United against hatred
A POIGNANT memorial service was held yesterday for those Islanders who lost their lives during the Holocaust. Held to mark Holocaust Memorial Day, the service, in the Occupation Tapestry Galley of the Maritime Museum, reflected the national theme for the occasion and Islanders were urged to Stand Up To Hatred. In their addresses, the Bailiff, […]
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A gross dereliction of duty
From John Falle. FOR months now you have published many letters commenting on various aspects of Jersey’s cultural policy. Without exception they have all strongly supported the work of the Jersey Heritage Trust in its efforts to maintain our museums and sites of historic interest. It is perfectly clear that the public deplores the possibility […]
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Hospital death inquiry is suspended by injunction
AN investigation into the death of a nurse following a botched operation has been suspended after the surgeon involved in the case claimed that it was unfair.
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A Week in Politics
SEE if you can spot the common theme with the five recent defeats that the Council of Ministers have had in the States: the Millennium Town Park, a financial ombudsman, a rental deposit protection scheme, the Bellozanne sewage treatment works, and cleaning up the rubbish that goes into the La Collette incinerator.
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Child abuse inquiry: Fourth man in court
THE fourth man charged in the historical child abuse inquiry, Ronald George Thorne (71), admitted in the Royal Court yesterday committing acts of gross indecency with a boy.
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New Bailiff takes oath of office
MICHAEL Birt took the oath of office as Bailiff yesterday to thunderous applause in the Royal Court.
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Life in the fast lanes
A RECORD number of teams took to the water at Les Quennevais as the Swimarathon once again raised thousands of pounds for charity. The Bailiff, Sir Philip Bailhache, and the Lieutenant-Governor, Lieutenant-General Andrew Ridgway, were keen participants in the event, currently in its 37th year. It was organised by the Lions Club of Jersey and […]
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Special visitor for Liberation celebrations
THE German Ambassador to the UK will arrive in the Island on Friday to take part in celebrations to commemorate the 64th anniversary of Liberation.
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A Bailiff’s legacy to his Island
IT is unlikely that Jersey will see many more public servants like Philip Bailhache, who retires as Bailiff today.
