We may have passed the halfway point and the days are getting longer but the nights are still chilly. I am over scraping the ice off the windscreen before taking dog for a run in the morning and need to go early to avoid the peak traffic. Possible fund-raising scheme? Parking meters in Martin Street with double penalties on weekends.
This issue is one of contrasts, from the craziness of the Disco Inferno to the tranquility of the Winter Solstice at the Garden of St Erth, captured in wonderful images by several photographers new to the Times, skilled in their craft and able to tell a story without words. We hope to see more of their work in future issues.
Sarah Kukiel’s Mineral Springs article provides a brief history and outline of current management of one of our most important and valuable assets – a must read for all locals. Also, locals are encouraged to read the Barrys Reef Memorial article and provide feedback as to a suggested majestic memorial proposal. Please support the Historical Society by purchasing either or both of 2 books just published on Chinese Miners and the Mounter Brothers.
There is a full page for our relatively new Art & Ecology Club and this could be a precedent for more in-depth articles promoting our other Clubs & Committees – which should keep us occupied for the next 20 issues- an impressive number for a town our size!
For various reasons there are events, stories and images that don’t make the final cut of The Times. Top of the heap this time is the Movie Night. Woodie Allen believed that the Chinese Revolution in 1650 failed because neither party showed up and the deposit on the hall was forfeited. Not quite the case with the recent showing of ‘Kid Snow’, but the turnout was very disappointing. Brendan did not have the heart to write about a terrific night but is still trying to raise funds to complete the Storm Documentary (4 years ago!), so a big crowd is a must for the next spaghetti western. We hope you enjoy this issue. If you read slowly, the days will get longer
John Kemp
Editor for this issue
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