You write well. Why not do a story, with the pictures and send it in? There are three big papers, one will run with it I am sure.

I know for sure the papers would welcome the articles. Go for it HIPHOP!

You write well. Why not do a story, with the pictures and send it in? There are three big papers, one will run with it I am sure.

I guess I could try a letter to the editor.....I'll write one up tonight and post it here for BI to critique.

I guess I could try a letter to the editor.....I'll write one up tonight and post it here for BI to critique.

A word of advice, when you have/need to do something, just do it, then give us link to article.

Pour your heart into article, nothing wrong with letter to editor, make sure all the papers carry it, but follow up with article, I do it all the time.


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fox waitin for article...............................................................

I guess I could try a letter to the editor.....I'll write one up tonight and post it here for BI to critique.
Make sure you add the picture "Maintienance of this area symbolises the abiding concern of the Bahamas Government in preserving historic sites."

Years ago the prisoners used to do the upkeep of much of the area INSIDE the St Matthew's walls. Much of the western (or is it all of it?) area is called the Eastern Cemetary. I can't recall whether the prisoners used to do the WHOLE graveyard or just the western section..

CG, re the graves on the Eastern Parade, I recall a long time ago it was said that those people died of a terrible disease of which the germs DON"T die and that those graves must never ever be opened! Do you know or heard anything about that?

Years ago the prisoners used to do the upkeep of much of the area INSIDE the St Matthew's walls. Much of the western (or is it all of it?) area is called the Eastern Cemetary. I can't recall whether the prisoners used to do the WHOLE graveyard or just the western section..
CG, re the graves on the Eastern Parade, I recall a long time ago it was said that those people died of a terrible disease of which the germs DON"T die and that those graves must never ever be opened! Do you know or heard anything about that?
This is a sizable thread. Let me quote one of my posts.
It is a shame that this is the way we remember our dead. As I recall the people buried there died in the great Yellow Fever epidemic.

When I was a kid I was told never to play there “You will catch the fever!” I doubt the germs could last that long but I have never set foot in the park/grave yard in my 60 years!!

Well here is a draft of the article, it needs some work but I'm to tired to edit it again right now. Any suggestions and comments are welcome. (Each new paragraph is indented its just not showing up here, don't know why.)

On July 10th the Bahamas will celebrate its 35th year of Independence, and as Bahamians prepare for this important national event two important historical and cultural sites languish because of the government’s failure to maintain them.
Farrington Park and the Centre Burial Grounds are historic sites and a part of Bahamian cultural heritage. Farrington Park is located on the corner of Armstrong St. and Bay St, and was dedicated in 1957. The Centre Burial Grounds is located on the eastern end of the Eastern Parade and is enclosed in a white wall. Both of these historic sites are in desperate need of attention from the government.
Recently, pictures of the two sites have surfaced on a popular Bahamian web site, Bahamasissues.com. The pictures of Farrington Park taken on June 16th reveal a diverse range of maintenance issues such as: tree branches covering the stop sign on Armstrong St, garbage spread around the park, clothes hangers hanging from a tree, trees and plants in need of trimming, the wall on the eastern edge of the park has been broken for months, pieces of the broken wall scattered around the park, a damaged garbage bin, and damage to the grounds from vehicles parking in the park.
The Centre Burial Grounds is a historic cemetery dating back to 1826 but pictures taken on June 18th show the site in a sad state of disrepair. Many of the grave tombs and stones are damaged. Some tombs are cracked, a head stone is shattered into two pieces, some stones have been knocked down, and many are surrounded by trash. There is an immense amount of garbage scattered around the ground surrounding the large Banyon tree including alcohol bottles, various containers, and a pillow. The site’s lone tree is in need of care and trimming.
A plaque in the park briefly states the history of the park and ends with the following inscription “Maintenance of this area symbolises the abiding concern of the Bahamas Government in preserving historic sites.” An empty bottle of Bacardi Superior lies next to the plaque.
The government’s web site lists the two historic sites as part of the portfolio of the Minister of State for Culture the Hon. Charles Maynard. Though the Ministry of Culture may not be responsible for the day to day maintenance of the sites, it should have vested interest in coordinating with other government departments to ensure the preservation and maintenance of the two sites. Centre Burial Grounds is located in the Montagu constituency and Farrington Park is located in the St. Thomas More constituency. Additionally, the elected representatives of those two constituencies should be held accountable for the distressing state of the two historic sites.
The government’s failure to ensure the good maintenance of these historic sites is an insult to our Bahamian culture and heritage. What message does the lack of maintenance of these sites send to our nation’s youth?

Well here is a draft of the article, it needs some work but I'm to tired to edit it again right now. Any suggestions and comments are welcome. (Each new paragraph is indented its just not showing up here, don't know why.)
On July 10th the Bahamas will celebrate its 35th year of Independence, and as Bahamians prepare for this important national event two important historical and cultural sites languish because of the government’s failure to maintain them.
Farrington Park and the Centre Burial Grounds are historic sites and a part of Bahamian cultural heritage. Farrington Park is located on the corner of Armstrong St. and Bay St, and was dedicated in 1957. The Centre Burial Grounds is located on the eastern end of the Eastern Parade and is enclosed in a white wall. Both of these historic sites are in desperate need of attention from the government.
Recently, pictures of the two sites have surfaced on a popular Bahamian web site, Bahamasissues.com. The pictures of Farrington Park taken on June 16th reveal a diverse range of maintenance issues such as: tree branches covering the stop sign on Armstrong St, garbage spread around the park, clothes hangers hanging from a tree, trees and plants in need of trimming, the wall on the eastern edge of the park has been broken for months, pieces of the broken wall scattered around the park, a damaged garbage bin, and damage to the grounds from vehicles parking in the park.
The Centre Burial Grounds is a historic cemetery dating back to 1826 but pictures taken on June 18th show the site in a sad state of disrepair. Many of the grave tombs and stones are damaged. Some tombs are cracked, a head stone is shattered into two pieces, some stones have been knocked down, and many are surrounded by trash. There is an immense amount of garbage scattered around the ground surrounding the large Banyon tree including alcohol bottles, various containers, and a pillow. The site’s lone tree is in need of care and trimming.
A plaque in the park briefly states the history of the park and ends with the following inscription “Maintenance of this area symbolises the abiding concern of the Bahamas Government in preserving historic sites.” An empty bottle of Bacardi Superior lies next to the plaque.
The government’s web site lists the two historic sites as part of the portfolio of the Minister of State for Culture the Hon. Charles Maynard. Though the Ministry of Culture may not be responsible for the day to day maintenance of the sites, it should have vested interest in coordinating with other government departments to ensure the preservation and maintenance of the two sites. Centre Burial Grounds is located in the Montagu constituency and Farrington Park is located in the St. Thomas More constituency. Additionally, the elected representatives of those two constituencies should be held accountable for the distressing state of the two historic sites.
The government’s failure to ensure the good maintenance of these historic sites is an insult to our Bahamian culture and heritage. What message does the lack of maintenance of these sites send to our nation’s youth?
Looks good!
Let us know when it appears in the papers. I'll buy a copy.

I like the article as well.. both major papers will most likely publish it.

Maybe you can also mention what an eyesore those areas are to the tourists..

[To indicate paragraphs, just double space after each one]

it looks like a bunch of homelss people trashed the park. i guess this is why so many homeless people hang out by that bridge.

very very sad. i wonder sometimes if that will ever happen to me.


you never know what life woud throw your way

Alright I think I'm finished the letter to the editor, I think its too long but I haven't had much time to work on it......feedback welcomed especially if you see any spelling or grammar mistakes....


On July 10th the Bahamas will celebrate its 35th year of Independence, and as Bahamians prepare for this national event two important historical and cultural sites languish because of the government’s failure to maintain them.
Farrington Park and the Centre Burial Grounds are historic sites and a part of Bahamian cultural heritage. Farrington Park is located on the corner of Armstrong St. and Bay St, and was dedicated in 1957. The Centre Burial Grounds is located on the eastern end of the Eastern Parade and is enclosed in a white wall. Both of these historic sites are in desperate need of attention from the government.
Recently, pictures of the two sites have surfaced on a popular Bahamian web site, Bahamasissues.com. The pictures of Farrington Park taken on June 16th reveal a diverse range of maintenance issues such as: tree branches covering the stop sign on Armstrong St, garbage spread around the park, clothes hangers hanging from a tree, trees and plants in need of trimming, the wall on the eastern edge of the park has been broken for months, pieces of the broken wall scattered around the park, a damaged garbage bin, and damage to the grounds from vehicles parking in the park.
The Centre Burial Grounds is a historic cemetery dating back to 1826 but pictures taken on June 18th show the site in a sad state of disrepair. Many of the grave tombs and stones are damaged. Some tombs are cracked, a head stone is shattered into two pieces, some stones have been knocked down, and many are surrounded by trash. There is an immense amount of garbage scattered around the ground surrounding the large Banyon tree. The site’s lone tree is in need of care and trimming.
The government’s web site lists the two historic sites as part of the portfolio of the Minister of State for Culture the Hon. Charles Maynard. Though the Ministry of Culture may not be responsible for the day to day maintenance of the sites, it should have vested interest in coordinating with other government departments to ensure the preservation and maintenance of the two sites. Centre Burial Grounds is located in the Montagu constituency and Farrington Park is located in the St. Thomas More constituency. Additionally, the elected representatives of those two constituencies should be held accountable for the distressing state of the two historic sites.
A plaque in the Burial Grounds ends with the following inscription “Maintenance of this area symbolises the abiding concern of the Bahamas Government in preserving historic sites.” Judging by the current condition of the area, the government must not be too concerned about preserving our historic sites.

Alright I think I'm finished the letter to the editor, I think its too long but I haven't had much time to work on it......feedback welcomed especially if you see any spelling or grammar mistakes....
On July 10th, the Bahamas will celebrate its 35th year of Independence, as Bahamians prepare for this national event two important historical and cultural sites languish because of the government’s failure to maintain them.
Farrington Park and the Centre Burial Grounds are historic sites and a part of Bahamian cultural heritage. Farrington Park is located on the corner of Armstrong St. and Bay St, and was dedicated in 1957. The Centre Burial Grounds is located at the eastern end of the Eastern Parade and is enclosed with a white wall. Both of these historic sites are in desperate need of attention from the government.
Recently, pictures of the two sites have surfaced on the popular Bahamian web site, Bahamasissues.com. The pictures of Farrington Park taken on June 16th reveal a diverse range of maintenance issues such as: tree branches covering the stop sign on Armstrong St, garbage spread around the park, clothes hangers hanging from a tree, trees and plants in need of trimming, the wall on the eastern edge of the park has been broken for months, pieces of the broken wall scattered around the park, a damaged garbage bin, and damage to the grounds from vehicles parking in the park.
The Centre Burial Grounds is a historic cemetery dating back to 1826 but pictures taken on June 18th show the site in a sad state of disrepair. Many of the tombs and gravestones are damaged. Some tombs are cracked, a head stone is shattered into two pieces, some stones have been knocked down, and many are surrounded by trash. There is an immense amount of garbage scattered on the ground surrounding the large Banyon tree. The site’s lone tree is in need of care and trimming.
The government’s web site lists the two historic sites as part of the portfolio of the Minister of State for Culture the Hon. Charles Maynard. Though the Department of Culture may not be responsible for the day to day maintenance of the sites, it should have a vested interest in coordinating with other government departments to ensure the preservation and maintenance of the two sites. Centre Burial Grounds is located in the Montagu constituency and Farrington Park is located in the St. Thomas More constituency. Additionally, the elected representatives of those two constituencies should be held accountable for the distressing state of the two historic sites.
A plaque in the Burial Grounds ends with the following inscription “Maintenance of this area symbolises the abiding concern of the Bahamas Government in preserving historic sites.” Judging by the current condition of the area, the government must not be too concerned about preserving our historic sites.
Good work hiphop, I have made a couple of suggested corrections for you :)

Good work hiphop, I have made a couple of suggested corrections for you :)

Thanks Androsann.

[QUOTE=hiphopanonymous;289159]Alright I think I'm finished the letter to the editor, I think its too long but I haven't had much time to work on it......feedback welcomed especially if you see any spelling or grammar mistakes....
On July 10th the Bahamas will celebrate its 35th year of Independence, and as Bahamians prepare for this national event two important historical and cultural sites languish because of the government’s failure to maintain them.
Farrington Park and the Centre Burial Grounds are historic sites and a part of Bahamian cultural heritage. Farrington Park is located on the corner of Armstrong St. and Bay St, and was dedicated in 1957. The Centre Burial Grounds is located on the eastern end of the Eastern Parade and is enclosed in a white wall. Both of these historic sites are in desperate need of attention from the government.
Etc.

PM my suggestions. Keep up the good work.

The distressing state of two historic sites in Nassau:

http://www.bahamaislandsinfo.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1104:the-distressing-state-of-two-historic-sites-in-nassau&catid=76:letters-to-the-editor&Itemid=174