VIndependence Message from the Spiritual Baptist Archdiocese of SVG
Much to celebrate
by ARCHBISHOP MELFORD POMPEY of the Spiritual Baptist Archdiocese
IT’S ANOTHER INDEPENDENCE anniversary to reflect, to focus, to look beyond and to celebrate with St. Vincent and the Grenadines 45 years of togetherness, prosperity and
perseverance. “Through many dangers toils and snares we have already come.
A poem written by Ralph Emerson, “A Nation’s Strength”, the author carefully examined what makes a nation strong and concluded
Brave men who worked while others sleep Who dare while others fly
They build a nation’s pillar strong
And lift them to the sky
As we celebrate our 45th anniversary of Independence, our togetherness will be key, showing how strong we are as a people, then the Tower of Babel must not be our build block, the Samballat’s and Tobias’ must not be our advisors, the Me, myself and I, must not be our contractor, nor can we be a nation divided against itself. “If a kingdom be divided against itself, it cannot stand”. Mark 3:24
We have come a long way and must not be daunted by a tiny minority who continue to be enemies of progress and refuse to allow Beautiful Hairouna, Home of the Blessed to be a true reflection of the Nation we are. Thanks
to the patriotic Vincentians at home and abroad for always lifting up St Vincent and the Grenadines to higher heights, making contributions to benefit the social, economic, cultural and spiritual growth of our nation; continue to play your part…“what e’er the future brings, our faith will see us through.”
The Spiritual Baptists can celebrate this Independence with a sense of pride and joy looking forward to the celebration on May 21st 2025, the first ever National Spiritual Baptist Day Holiday. Dr. Hon Ralph Gonsalves, Prime Minister, must be applauded for taking into consideration the constant calls for this day and the coming together of the Spiritual Baptist Archdiocese, Mt Carmel Spiritual Baptiste Archdiocese and the St. Joseph Diocese this year to celebrate in unity National Spiritual Baptist Day at the Market Square.
Congratulations to all Spiritual Baptists, we look forward to a grand celebration
next year with the entourage from abroad led by their various leaders to celebrate with us. What a day of celebration that will be “ To God be the glory”.
Righteousness exalts a nation, and on behalf of the Spiritual Baptist, may God be gracious to us and bless us, that His way may be known upon earth, His saving power among all nations.
The Archdiocesan Council and members join me in wishing the Government and people of St Vincent and the Grenadines Happy 45th Anniversary of Independence. “May peace reign from shore to shore and God bless and keep us true.”
Congratulations and may God Bless us all.
Archbishop Melford Pompey
Is SVG exhibiting our weakness in agriculture to the Caribbean?
WHEN I SAW IN THE SEARCHLIGHT NEWSPAPERon
Friday, October 4th, 2024, the article headlined “SVG preparing to host Caribbean Week of Agriculture,” it made me wonder if the organizers could be sincerely hopeful that we would see positive results from this seemingly rushed exercise.
My thoughts were jolted back to a few months ago when we had the presidents of Guyana and Venezuela meet here, so that they might promise that they would endeavour to maintain the peaceful relationship which the region desired. I had said then, that the venue of SVG was not the best suited for that delicate meeting, given the evidence of the pervasive callous indifference to the welfare of citizens that our present administrators had exhibited over an extended period. Our air seemed polluted!
I see some parallels between the Guyana-Venezuela ‘No war talks’ and the present Caribbean Week of Agriculture in St. Vincent.
Our history – Building others
We are talking Agriculture! Let us therefore remind ourselves who we are and our history. This society, mainly of the progeny of ex-slaves whose forbears the Europeans had captured from Africa and brought them across the Atlantic in chains, to provide the free labour to cultivate the fertile lands to produce crops, the incomes from which allowed them to generate substantial wealth, provided the platform for the socio-economic development of their societies. To a large degree, it has been the platform that allows the quality of life they enjoy today.
It must never be forgotten that when the British farmers who owned the lands here were debarred from owning slaves, the British authorities compensated them for their “loss of income”.
The freed slaves got, “not a black cent”. The ex-slaves survived because they had access to the fertile land. They
had healthy food and fish. It is important to record, that even after the abolition of slavery, the colonial administrators retained an organized service of road maintenance which allowed for farmers to get to their farms without extreme stress. That was key to the survival of the rural communities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
From agriculture to tourism
In the years between 1850 and 1970 St. Vincent and the Grenadines was a significant producer of food in the region and a large percentage of that trade was done by means of vessels which had been built by our own people. Their cargo included arrowroot starch, bananas, mangoes, nutmegs, oranges, pumpkins, potatoes, tannias, watermelons, yams, zaboca (avocado), and others. What rich variety!
In those days almost every bay on the generally calm western leeward side of St. Vincent was a safe haven for smaller boats.
As a member of the agricultural community of the parish of St. David now popularly known as North Leeward, I must again document my painful disappointment, with what I consider to have been a traitorous abandonment of the people’s cause, by the very ones who had presented themselves as leaders who had undertaken the task of promoting the people’s societal interests.
There they were, less than fifty years after we had become an independent state, declaring that we, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, could not use agriculture to advance our socioeconomic well-being. Mr. James Mitchell said, that we had to put our emphasis on Tourism and he pledged to effect the redirecting he had envisaged. His view was, that he would give expatriate hotel owners attractive deals so that they would invest in properties and employ the local people. That was his view of development.
The ULP headed by Ralph Gonsalves, despite their vehement criticism of Mr. Mitchell’s approach, has distinctly adopted the same principle. Under their watch, we have seen smart men come to our country and rob our people of millions of dollars.
Mr. Ames seems to have left here via La Soufriere with an honourable ‘pat on the shoulder’ and is now resting in a British cell.
On the other hand, we have workers who had given conscientious service to their communities for decades, suffering because they had not taken the vaccine (COVID). The government is still prolonging their agony despite the ruling of the Court.
Promises unfulfilled
So now let us, this “Week of Agriculture”, in an atmosphere conducive to the determination of an approach which offers a reasonable chance of success, prepare approximately for candid sincere discussions, bearing in mind that the welfare of the next generations of Vincentians are at stake.
A very suitable period we could use effectively to guide our frank and open discussions, as we endeavour to find solutions to the crippling circumstances facing the Vincentian community today, is the period from October 2001 to October 2024.
We all distinctly remember the turbulent times just prior to the general elections of 2001 when there was widespread political upheaval; when workers’ unions protested against the seeming indifference and arrogance of the NDP government under the leadership of James Mitchell. These uprisings almost saw the blood of Vincentians running on the streets of our country. The then opposition party, the ULP led by Ralph Gonsalves, took advantage of the situation and agitated for the removal of the government, three years before the end of its scheduled term.
Mr. Mitchell, not minded to see a bloody societal outcome, agreed to step down and a date was set for new elections, which saw strong evidence that a significant percentage of the society was inclined toward the rejection of the James Mitchell government. The farming communities were also induced to give their support to the ULP led by Ralph Gonsalves, because of the seemingly sincere pledges he made to address seriously those issues which had been negatively affecting their wellbeing, and to which the James Mitchell government had been distinctly indifferent.
Because of the farmers’ strong support, the ULP led by Ralph Gonsalves was given a strong mandate and the NDP was swept out of office. The enthusiastic farmers were ready for serious production!
But what of those election promises: a. To revitalize the
Leroy Providence
Agriculture sector; b. to revive the Banana Industry; c. to aggressively address the repair of the Feeder roads; d. To arrange for the Banks to be more accommodating to farmers.
There has been no traceable evidence that any effort had been made over almost twentyfour years to effect those promises.
What we have had is more promises:
1. The Prime Minister said several years ago that on the basis of what they had been doing, SVG would have soon been exporting (12,000) twelve thousand boxes of bananas to the U.K. We have not yet shipped twelve hands of bananas to the U.K.
2. The present Minister of Agriculture has made several pronouncements presenting serious plans for the enhancement of agricultural revitalization in our land. Some of these plans were supported by impressive booklets as was the case with the one relating to The Hundred Days Banana Plan in which two hundred and fifty acres of bananas were to have been replanted in a hundred days. On the cover of that brochure were photos of the Minister Mr. Caesar and the Chief Agricultural Officer. That plan did not materialize and we now have “No Bananas”!
3. In his Budget Address of 2018, Finance Minister Mr. Camillo Gonsalves eloquently informed us that agriculture was that year going to be the pillar of economic activity. The situation in SVG today relative to agriculture painfully reflects that familial untrustworthiness in leadership. As it has been in the father so distinctly it is in the son.
4. Do the farmers of SVG need any more evidence that they cannot rely on such distinctly untrustworthy leadership to determine how we proceed?
From the mound on which I sit, the last few days (Caribbean Week of Agriculture) should have clearly exhibited to our Caribbean visitors and others the weakness and pitiable retrogression of Agriculture in St. Vincent and the Grenadines today. We need to change that now!
LeRoy Providence
The revitalization of the banana industry has not received the attention it was promised.
V $63m Post-Beryl Aid Package for SVG
THE WORLD BANK’S BOARD OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTORShas approved new financing to aid recovery efforts in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl in July 2024. The support totals $63 million, stemming from the International Development Association, the World Bank’s support arm for low-income countries.
Hurricane Beryl, a category 4 storm, caused significant damage across the islands, becoming the strongest hurricane to impact the region since 1875. The storm affected 56% of the population, resulting in catastrophic damage across the Southern Grenadines, where over 90% of buildings and critical infrastructure were destroyed. Vital sectors like tourism and fishing, were also impacted, leading to considerable economic losses. Although mainland St Vincent and the Northern Grenadines experienced less damage, approximately 52% of the island’s population suffered significant destruction to housing, transportation infrastructure, and public buildings including schools and fisheries centers.
In response to this unprecedented disaster, the World Bank and the Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines launched a new recovery project which will focus on providing immediate income support to affected communities, restoring economic activity, and rebuilding the island’s critical infrastructure with enhanced resilience to future climate risks. As a part of the project, technical assistance is provided by the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery in collaboration with the Canadian-Caribbean Resilience Facility.
“While disasters affect everyone, they often hit vulnerable communities the hardest, leading to increased poverty and inequality,” said Lilia Burunciuc, World Bank Director for the Caribbean. “Through targeted short-term income support and assistance for small businesses, we strive to help those most impacted to start rebuilding their lives.”
The project will prioritize shortterm income support by providing temporary income grants to households severely impacted by the hurricane, focusing on vulnerable groups, including women-headed households and those with elderly or disabled members. Small businesses will also benefit from grants and support services will be offered to help them recover. Further, through a Labor-Intensive Temporary Employment program, cash-for-work initiatives will support the restoration of community infrastructure and provide jobs to unemployed individuals.
The Beryl Emergency Resilient Recovery Project will also focus on the resilient reconstruction and restoration of critical infrastructure and services damaged by the hurricane. This includes repairing water systems, public buildings, roads, and bridges, ensuring they are built to withstand future natural hazards.
The project is expected to directly benefit around 18% of the islands’ population, with around 49% of those being women, 9% elderly, and about 43% under the age of 24. Further, the entire population of St Vincent and the Grenadines will experience indirect benefits through the government’s increased capacity to rebuild infrastructure and enhance public resilience. (Source: World Bank Group)
Independence Message from the SVG Mission of Seventh Day Adventists
Facing up to the challenges
by HENRY R SNAGG President, SVG Mission of Seventh-day Adventists
FELLOW CITIZENS,residents, and visitors, it is with a deep sense of pride and joy that I extend to you, warm greetings and best wishes as we celebrate our 45th Anniversary of National Independence under the theme, “45 Years of Togetherness, Prosperity and Perseverance.”
As we engage in the celebration, it will do us well if we take some time to reflect on the goodness of our God, who brought us and the natural world into existence through His genius and creative power.
Like so many years in our history, 2024 is fully loaded with economic, social, and spiritual challenges. We have had to deal with the gradual but steady increase in crime and violence, the blatant disregard for law and
order, and the erosion of moral and ethical values that contribute to the health of the national community. We continue to contend with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl that wreaked havoc in our country, especially in the Southern Grenadines. The list can go on and on but it is not the intention to burden us with a litany of woes.
Henry R Snagg, President, SVG Mission of Seventh-Day Adventists.
Despite the adversity, the Lord has been good to us. He has given us the measure of faith that we can believe and trust in Him to supply not only some of our needs but all our needs. As a people, we can reflect and give thanks for our spirit of resilience, our sense of pride to be Vincentians, and the wisdom and humility to look outside of ourselves for resources to continue on a path that leads to personal and corporate development.
During this season of celebration, we will do the introspection and reflection and thank God that He has spoken through the adversities of life, including Hurricane Beryl, to remind us of the futility of trusting in things that are material and transient.
And here is the final word of encouragement. Let us strive to be noble citizens and keep our faith in God until the day when we see
Jesus and every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that He is Lord.
Once again, it is my privilege to join with fellow spiritual leaders of our national community to wish our nation God’s peace and great success, as we continue the journey on the path of freedom, actualization and genuine prosperity.
Independence Message from the Evangelical Churches of SVG V
A Psalm for Independence
by PASTOR AL BLAKE President Association of Evangelical Churches SVG
ASWE CELEBRATE45
years of independence in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it is a profound moment to reflect on our journey as a nation, grounded in faith and guided by the principles found in Psalm 33:12-22 (ESV). This passage serves as a reminder of the blessings that come from being a nation under God, and it calls us to reaffirm our commitment to righteousness, unity, and hope.
A Nation Blessed by God
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom He has chosen as his heritage” (Psalm 33:12). As we commemorate this significant milestone, we must recognize that our strength and resilience stem from our faith in God. Our independence is
not merely a historical event; it is a divine calling to uphold justice, mercy, and love within our society. Over the past 45 years, we have faced numerous challenges, yet through faith and unity, we have emerged stronger. It is essential to remember that our freedom was not just achieved through political means but also through the prayers and sacrifices of those who envisioned a brighter future for our beloved nation.
The Foundation of Our Independence
The verses that follow remind us of God’s omnipresence: “The Lord looks down from heaven; he sees all the children of man; from where he sits enthroned he looks out on all the inhabitants of the earth” (Psalm 33:13-14). As we reflect on our history, we must acknowledge that it is God who has guided us through trials and tribulations. He has shaped our hearts and
minds with a desire for peace and progress. Independence calls us to foster an environment where every citizen is valued and treated with dignity. Our national identity should be rooted in love for one another, ensuring that no one is marginalized. As we celebrate our achievements, let us also commit ourselves to building bridges among diverse societies within St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Trusting in Divine Guidance
The psalmist continues: “The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength” (Psalm 33:16). In these times of uncertainty, we are reminded that true security comes from placing our trust in God rather than relying solely on human power or resources. Our history teaches us that when we align ourselves with
divine principles, we can overcome any obstacle. As we celebrate this milestone, let us encourage our leaders to govern with integrity and compassion. They must remember their ultimate accountability lies not only with their constituents but also with God. We must hold them to high standards of leadership that reflect our shared values.
A Vision for Our Future
“For behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His steadfast love” (Psalm 33:18). As we look forward to the future of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, this promise offers hope. In times of difficulty– be it economic challenges or natural disasters– we can find comfort knowing that God watches over us and provides for our needs. Our independence calls us to be stewards of this land. We must ensure that future generations inherit a
nation marked by love, justice, and faithfulness. Let us work together to create a society where every citizen has access to opportunities and where no one is left behind.
Conclusion: A Call to Unity and Faith
As we celebrate 45 years of independence, let us do so with gratitude for what has been achieved and hope for what lies ahead.
“Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield” (Psalm 33:20).
May we be inspired by this truth as we continue this journey together–rooted firmly in faith as we look toward a bright future filled with promise.
In closing, I urge every citizen to reflect on their role in building a nation that honors God’s principles. Let us commit ourselves anew to fostering peace, unity, and love within St. Vincent and the
Grenadines as we continue this journey together– celebrating our past while striving for a future where all can thrive under the banner of independence. May God’s unfailing love guide us as we put our hope in Him (Psalm 33:22).
May the blessings of God continue to rest upon our nation. May we always be grateful for the gift of independence and may we continue to use our freedom to build a better future for all.
Happy Independence Day, St. Vincent and the Grenadines!
Pastor Al Blake
Independence Message
by NELCIA ROBINSON – Community Educator
ON 27TH OCTOBER
2024,the Nation now known as St. Vincent and the Grenadines celebrates forty-five years of its independence from colonization, and forty-five additional years of interdependence at the national, regional and international levels.
On 27th October 1979, the Union Jack was lowered in Hairoun (Land of the Blessed), also known as Yurumein, and the Flag with the stripe of Peace was raised to symbolize our return to an independent Nation, in the region now known as the Caribbean. Before the encounter with Columbus, these islands joined by water represented freedom of movement, as our indigenous ancestors explored the environment.
Strides amidst challenges
Our country, as a small-island developing State, has without doubt made massive strides on the global platform of leadership, education law reform, Health, Youth, Child and Infant welfare. Yet why are so many young men in prison, in gangs, with guns in their hands? Why so much
In the Shadow of the Gardener
anger and violence, when the anthem says, “May Peace reign from shore to shore”? Why are so many, too many households living in poverty? Why is the Job Market closed?”
It was a great Leader of the Indigenous Peoples who said: “I have seen that in any great undertaking, it is not enough for a man to depend simply on himself”. This truth is relevant today. The growth and development of the Nation could not be achieved only by the efforts of the Parliamentarians then and now.
It is also said that, “It is the Shadow of the Gardener that causes the plants to flourish and bear fruit”. For there to be a shadow, it means that the Gardener is present doing the necessary nurturing. The road to independence started with the resistance of the indigenous peoples led by Chief of Chiefs Chatoyer and second in Command - Chief Duvalle. Through the years, various trail blazers emerged to bring attention to the meaning of nationhood, and the need to address issues affecting all sectors of the country’s population.
Call for unity of purpose
The time has come for Songs we used to sing to reverberate once more in our Minds. The struggle of our indigenous people is immortalized in the UPM Rallying Song, a line of which calls citizens to stand “With Chatoyer and Duvalle”, who fearlessly resisted
colonization.
The well-loved Youth Song said “Youths of this Nation, Let’s arise And answer to your Call
To build a Nation Strong and free A land of Liberty!
Not to be left behind, our Women’s Movement
joined the chorus With calm strength, we’ll overcome We’ll break the system’s chains And Hand in Hand with Our Men
We’ll shape the policy. Our NonGovernmental Organisations must again be diligent
Gardeners, casting our Shadow as we continue to make our contribution in nation building. Together we have weathered the COVID-19 Pandemic, the volcanic eruption, and various storms and hurricanes.
As we observe the 45th Anniversary of independence from
Britain, let us celebrate our inter-dependence. May citizens realize that our greatest enemy can be ourselves when we do not recognize the benefits of unity. Let us as Gardeners forge ahead to achieve our goals, using our gifts and talents to cast a Shadow of prosperity.
Police Round-up
Farmer chopped: Teenager released
KEITH BAPTISTE, a 69-year-old former teacher turned farmer of London, Sandy Bay, was attacked in his home on October 13, 2024.
Eye witnesses described the attack as “gruesome” and it left Baptiste nursing severe wounds to his face and both hands. The injuries were such that Baptiste was warded at the Intensive Care Unit of the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital.
Police, treating the incident as an attempted murder, immediately upon visiting the scene, mounted an investigation which led to a 15-year-old male of the same address, being taken into custody.
The teenager, according to reports, had had a number of run-ins with Baptiste in the past.
However, follow-up investigations led to the teenager being dismissed as a suspect and police confirmed that he had been released.
Information reaching THE VINCENTIAN on the day of the incident, purported that the attack on Baptiste might have been an attempt to rob him, with a source saying that it was common knowledge in the community that he had recently sold three pigs.
However, police reported that there was nothing found on the teenager to indicate that he had robbed Baptiste, thereby dispelling assumption that the attacker was robbery driven.
The case is far from closed, police confirmed, and they assured that their investigations into the matter are ongoing.
Carpenter stabbed
MEANWHILE, the police were kept busy attending to another incident of wounding.
They reported that on October 21, they arrested and charged Venton Roberts, a 28-year-old labourer of Prospect, with the offense of Wounding.
A police report stated that their investigations revealed that the accused unlawfully and maliciously wounded a 42-year-old carpenter of the same address, by stabbing him about his body with a knife.
The offence was committed on October 20, 2024, in Prospect.
Roberts appeared before the Calliaqua Magistrate Court on October 22, 2024. He was not allowed to plea and was sent to the Mental Health Rehabilitation Center for two weeks evaluation. The matter was adjourned to November 4, 2024.
Layou students celebrate
by CARLYLE DOUGLAS
THE CELEBRATION of the 45th Anniversary of Independence will be etched in the minds of the children of the Layou Government School, for years to come.
THE VINCENTIAN came to this conclusion after a visit to the school on Wednesday, October 23, prompted by the amplified cheers of students that was emanating from the school.
Upon entering the compound on that day, visitors were immediately attracted by a sea of colours as the students had abandoned their usual blue and white uniforms for outfits ablaze in national colours, some with depictions like the National Bird — Amazona Guildingi.
And there was a backdrop of drumming as the students displayed their outfits with freedom and a visible air of pride.
Then there was an announcement by the DJ of “IMPACT Sounds” (sound system), himself a past student of the school, for the students to assembly in the area of the stage.
There they were greeted by Soca Artiste Keith Currency who engaged the overly enthusiastic students in accompanying him as he led with some of his popular compositions.
The children sang with gusto, word for word as he prompted them by handing them the microphone. Many eventually joined him on stage and not even an effort by a teacher to have them descend the stage, worked. In fact, the teacher eventually joined in the singing and dancing on stage.
One might be moved to criticize the school’s administration for allowing some songs with reference to “rum”. On the other hand, there are those who will say that rum has been an integral part of our culture for as long as time itself.
The children celebrated in the ways of today and Principal Carmie Williams must be commended for encouraging a show of nationalism among her students, though when complimented she apportioned credit to the School’s Entertainment Committee.
Calvert ‘Birdie’ Phillips: a trendsetter
by WILLIAM ‘KOJAH’ ANTHONY
CALVERT ‘BIRDIE’ PHILLIPS
hails from Questelles, a village on the western side of mainland St. Vincent. It is a mere 15minute drive from capital city Kingstown. The area has evolved into an urban hub, with facilities, services that reflect economic advances and a distinguishable life style. One of the major
contributors to that advancement is the man Calvert ‘Birdie’ Phillips, who would eventually be referred to a ‘Philos’.
Bold, early, impacting
initiatives
‘Birdie’ honed skills as a builder in Trinidad and Tobago, a place where many Vincentians migrated to in search of employment after the second World War.
On his return home, he was eager to delve into other areas of endeavour and he initiated a Questelles to Kingstown taxi service route, akin to what he had experienced in Trinidad. He charged a oneway fare of 25 cents.
Other entrepreneurs picked up the trend, and ‘Birdie’ welcomed the competition. His bold step influenced a ready transport service for Questelles and its surrounding areas.
The taxi business was not the only thing on which ‘Birdie’ would leave his footprint.
He became involved as a leader of bands for parade at the annual Carnival, preferring to concentrate on presentations that had “a longer shelf life” as far as designs were concerned. He produced Sailor Bands, Military (War) Bands, and eventually ventured into the T-Shirt and Jeans trend.
The costumes he presented lasted beyond the festival. He had his suits sewn locally. He used calabash as helmets to complete his military outfits. And there is the story of him taking the band up the coast to Cumberland as part of the celebrations.
But it was the use of amplified, electronic music to accompany his presentations on the road in 1976, that not only captured the immediate imagination of other band leaders and masqueraders, but it pioneered a trend that some say, helped to do away with steelband and other indigenous forms of music on the road.
Calvert ‘Birdie’ ‘Philos’ Phillips blazed a trail in commerce and entertainment that impacted positively on the development of Questelles and surrounding areas.
Cynthia Phillips stayed faithful to and step for step with her husband Calvert through his many endeavours.
economic hub but also created a cultural presence for itself (see for example the steelband development in nearby Campden Park), it was time for another bold move.
‘Birdie ’carved a space for himself in the developing discotheque trend/industry when, in 1977, he opened Philo’s Disco, at the time, the first of its kind in entertainment anywhere on the Leeward side of St. Vincent.
Whatever the impact, thanks to ‘Birdie’/’Philos’ amplified electronic music has become the norm as far as musical accompaniment for bands on the road for Carnival Monday and Tuesday is concerned.
Philo’s Disco –standing tall
And as the area became not only an
Philo’s Disco soon began attracting patronage from far and wide to the extent, according to Cynthia, ‘Birdie’s’ wife, “people used to be on the Street.”
One person who has enjoyed a close association with the Phillips family and was intimately involved in contributing to the popularity of the disco was retired teacher Melville Jack, from the neighbouring community of Chauncey.
Jack served as resident Disc Jockey at the Philo’s Disco. In addition to the consistent, overflowing patronage at weekend
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activities, Jack recalled with pride Philo’s hosting: Caribbean iconic entertainers like Slinger ‘Mighty Sparrow’ Franciso, Hollis ‘Chalkdust’ Liverpool and Irwin Reyes Johnson, AKA ‘Scrunter’; leading local music bands - Affetuosos, Asterisks, X-A-Dus, Revolution, Clymax; mucic bands from the region -
Fabulous Five (Jamaica), Magic Circle (St. Lucia) and the Jerry Stewart Orchestra (Tobago).
Dougie ‘Nose’ Joseph, former President of the Youlou Pan Movement, journalist with THE NEWS newspaper, and at the time of its introduction a member of the Abucalypse Steel Orchestra, credited Jack for being primarily instrumental in the “music truck story.”
Other business endeavours
With popularity in discotheque entertainment waning, the Phillips family moved to expand their business range. The Philo’s Gas Station became operational, offering a full and modern service to motorists who plied the Leeward route. That is still in service.
In addition, the disco gave way to a supermarket with added on (light) hardware and auto parts services, and eventually a restaurant.
And through all the changes and adjustments, one person who was a tower of support to ‘Birdie’ was Cynthia, his wife.
She has been step and step with him and importantly, ensured that the family
foundation remained intact.
For that and more she has commanded the respect of her community.
Her involvement has been at all levels but she fondly remembered, “I used to be in the bar … selling souse. I make all kind ah souse: cattle head, conch, whelks, pig foot… ,” not forgetting her “local sea moss and mauby drinks.”
There are many heroes and heroines who colour the tapestry of what is the nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Calvert ‘Birdie’ Phillips, may not have been the overarching, flamboyant type but in the context of nation building, his legacy has stood the test of time as a lesson to those who are yet unborn.
Philo’s Disco has given way to a supermarket and light hardware.
Philo’s Rubis Petrol Station remains a full and vital service to vehicles owners from South Leeward to North Leeward.
Leisure
ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20)
Gambling will be a waste of time and money. In-laws or older individuals may give you a bit of a hard time this week. Assist a relative or good friend by setting of a budget for them. Your high energy should be spent pleasing your mate.
TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21)
Loans will be attainable and legal matters easily taken care of. Don't be too pushy or demanding, or you may find yourself all alone. Help elders get their personal papers in order. Opportunities for travel and communication are evident.
GEMINI (May 22-June 21)
Your own small business on the side sounds pretty lucrative. You may have major blowups with someone you love if you don't back down. Draw up contracts regarding your personal situation. Reciprocate by offering helpful hints.
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Don't let others bait you into arguments. Uncertainties about your home may cause tension. Responsibilities with respect to older relatives may be a burden. Stay away from social unpleasantness.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22)
Romance will be yours if you get out and do things in large groups. Trying to deal with your mate will be unproductive and possibly hurtful. Your communication skills will bring you popularity and increased self esteem. Underhandedness regarding legal matters or contracts must be counteracted.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
You need to interact with others if you want to expand your knowledge. Sports, physical fitness programs, exercise in general will make you feel better and show some pretty quick results. Peers may not be on your side. You must make them stand on their own two feet regardless of how much you want to make things better for them.
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
You will enjoy interacting with those who come from different backgrounds. Be precise in your communications to avoid any misunderstandings and arguments. Take your time and try not to overload yourself. Be careful what you consume this week.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
You will easily blow situations out of proportion. Try to be as mellow as possible. You won't have to look for the action. You're ready to take action and take over.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
You may blow situations out of proportion when dealing with the one you love. Unfortunately, your personal life may suffer from a lack spare time. Moneymaking opportunities will surface. Your need to be in a leadership position will help you surpass any rivals you might encounter.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
Don't hesitate to present your unique ideas. You will feel so much better about yourself if you can control your addictions. Use your high energy and dynamic approach to win favors from superiors. A long discussion is in order if you wish to clear the air.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
Extravagance and overindulgence are not a cure if you're feeling sorry for yourself. Problems with in-laws or relatives may be more damaging than you realize. Opportunities for financial gains through investments and games of chance are likely. Uncertain changes regarding your personal life are evident.
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Secret enemies will be eager to spread rumors about you. Your suggestions for fund raising events will be well received. You should avoid getting involved in the personal problems of colleagues. Your lack of responsibility and attention has been a key issue in your relationship.
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V Happy 45th Anniversary of Independence to the People and Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines
AS WE CELEBRATE
the 45th anniversary of our nation’s independence, it the perfect time to express our heartfelt wishes and gratitude to our fellow citizens.
It is the time to reflect on the sacrifices and struggles that paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today.
Independence Day is a time to come together as a community, to celebrate our shared history, and to look
towards a future filled with continued progress and prosperity. It’s a day to honor the brave men and women who fought who with courage and sacrifices for our liberty.
As we raise our flags and sing our national anthem, we continue to pledge our commitment to the strong values of democracy. We uphold honesty, integrity, love and justice for all in the fight for a better tomorrow.
HAPPY 45TH
INDEPENDENCE
ANNIVERSARY ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES.
Richards President National Council of Women
Beverly
Beverly Richards
V Taiwan’s Foreign Minister to visit SVG
2024 will have as a special guest Lin Chai-Lung, the Foreign Affairs Minister and Special Envoy of President Lai Ching- of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Taiwan is the primary benefactor of this country’s undertaking to construct an Acute Care Hospital.
Minister Lin Chai-Lung’s attendance at the ground breaking ceremony will be part of his itinerary for an official state visit from October 26-28, 2024.
and Rabacca, where there will be a short ceremony.
Minister Lin will also attend SVG’s 45th Independence Day celebrations Oct. 27, and will meet, exchange pleasantries and hold discussions on areas of cooperation and mutual concern with GovernorGeneral H.E. Dame Susan Dougan and Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves.
THE GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY for the construction of the Acute Care Hospital at Arnos Vale, scheduled for Saturday 26th October,
During his visit, the Minister and his delegation will visit the Taiwanese Technical Missions at Orange Hill
Minister Lin’s visit to SVG forms part of an 11day tour, which began on October 23, to Central American and Caribbean countries with whom Taiwan enjoys diplomatic relations and which have benefited from Taiwan’s assistance in agriculture, education, information and communications technology, medical care, public health and women’s empowerment.
Lin Chai-Lung, Minister of Foreign Affairs Minister of the Republic of Taiwan.
NPC-SVG finds more training for coaches
THE NATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE (NPC) of St Vincent and the Grenadines Inc. continues to build its capacity.
Towards this end, it has moved to install a swim coach trained in instructing paraswimmers.
Ms. Alyssa Davis, a relative new coach with the Blue Marlins Swim Club, will travel to Guadalajara, Mexico, next month, to be part of a Swim Together
Alyssa Davis, a swim coach, is the latest coach to be identified for training to work with para-athletes, specifically with paraswimmers.
Programme.
While in Mexico, for the November 18 to 20 training, Davis will be instructed in Basic Swimming, Water Safety and Safe Rescue Skills.
The programme consists of three levels, each with six sessions combining practical activities and water safety education.
Davis was identified to be part of the programme through the NPC .
Chair of the NPCSVG Inc. Rudi Daniel gave an outline of what are the objectives of his organization.
“We are trying to broaden the scope of our operations, because we recognize that there are
SVG Cycling Union re-emphasis safety
THE INCREASE in the number of motor vehicles and the proliferation of cycles on the roads of St Vincent and the Grenadines, have prompted the St Vincent and the Grenadines Cycling Union to intensify its measures aimed at having cyclists up their safety practice.
A series of outreach and educational programmes is being rolled out, targeting the Vincentian public at large, but especially those who use the roads.
President of the SVG Cycling Union- Shimano Bailey disclosed that his organization has been nudged into stepping up its safety drive, mainly because of the influx of vehicles in the country.
He posited: “A cyclist’s road safety is an important aspect of ensuring the safety of everyone on the road…There are some basic guidelines and rules for safe cycling which has become more important with the increased motor vehicular traffic on the roads, as well as cyclists…We are cyclists, we are humans not objects”.
Bailey outlined some of the initiatives the SVG Cycling Union will be taking to have the measures reach the population.
“We will be intensifying our visits to schools, especially at those schools that have cycling clubs… We are also reaching out to those BMX cyclists
A road safety exercise with the St. Vincent Grammar School Cycling Club at the decommissioned ET Joshua Airport Tarmac.
especially those we see in large groups on Sundays across the roads on the mainland”, Bailey revealed.
The SVG Cycling Union President noted that the message has to go out in an all-in-one voice, hence they are using all media forms.
“We are also planning to have sessions with the Traffic Department of the Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, as well as utiising their On the Beat radio programme to get the message across… We will be making full use of the social media platforms as well”, Bailey related.
The SVG Cycling Union President said that precaution is the watchword in the entire scheme of things.
“By following some simple safety measures, cyclists can minimize the risk of collisions with vehicles, pedestrians, even other cyclists …Additionally, practicing safe cycling habits can protect cyclists from potential hazards”, Bailey reiterated.
He is imploring all concerned to take the message on the road seriously as it affects everyone.
some gaps in sporting organisations relative to persons being trained specifically to deal with para-athletes”, Daniel related.
Davis, he said, while being formally trained to teach para- swimmers, will not be restricted to that specialized area.
“What we are doing as well is building the expertise in persons here so that we can get inclusion going”, Daniel said.
Davis’ intended travel to Mexico has been made possible by World Para Swimming (WPS).
On completion of the training, Davis is expected to be engage in implementing a
programme here.
Additionally, she has to report to WPS on the impact of the programme on St Vincent and the Grenadines.
Davis is the latest addition to a growing list of personnel who are being empowered by the NPC- SVG to grow Paralympics here in St Vincent and the Grenadines.
In 2022, Shevon Smith attended a workshop put on by the International Tennis Federation (ITF), during which she was trained in the classification process involving Para athletes.
And, earlier this year, Romique Laborde and Woodrow Williams
Rudi Daniel, President of the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of St Vincent and the Grenadines Inc., said his Committee is committed to buiding coaching capacity among locals.
travelled to Jamaica to attend a regional training programme. Laborde was part of the Para Athlete Coach component and Williams attended a World Boccia National Referee Course.
Stanley
2nd in
SEAN STANLEY, former National Table Tennis champion, did himself and his country proud when he finished second in the Commonwealth Table Tennis Masters Championships played at the Sir Garfield Sobers Gymnasium in Barbados.
The Championship, which ran from October 15 — 20, 2024, featured players 55 years and over.
Stanley, who had played unbeaten in his run to the finals, went under in the final, 11/4 11/4 4/11 11/3, to David Griffith of England, whom he had beaten in the group stages. The two finalists also teamed to
Masters TT
Sean Stanley remains active on the local Table Tennis circuit.
place third in the Doubles. Stanley’s unbeaten run through the group stages included victories over Grenadian Anthony Forsyth (11/6 11/5 11/7); David Griffith of England, 11/5 11/8 13/10; Frederick Powlette, Barbados, 11/3 11/2 11/3; Courtney Springer, Barbados, 11/6 13/11 10/12 11/8; and Wayne Branch also of Barbados, 11/5 11/7 11/8.
SVGCU President –Shimano Bailey.
El Salvadorians upset
THERE IS A SENSEof scorn in comments made by some [persons, whom I believe to be El Salvadorians following the second game between those El Salvador and St. Vincent and the Grenadines s in the Concacaf Nations league. That game ended in 2:1 victory for the Vincentians, played at the Arnos Vale Playing Field. That win pleased many Vincentians perhaps not expecting such a rapid turnaround. It is easy for Vincentian football teams to be demoralized, and indeed, swamped by Central American nations. There seems to be that tendency of subjection, of subjugation when Vincentian football squads face up to Central American nations.
There seems to be a gap. Perhaps Nicaragua is the team that we handled with some success. El Salvador still heads the table with two more matches to play. Still, comments by supposedly their supporters have been suggesting that El Salvador ought to be relegated to Group C.
That highlights the anger that has been caused in the El Salvador camp. They should have known that anything can happen in football. It takes a strong will and commitment of any dedicated bunch to cause an upset in any match. If El Salvador was paying attention, they might have known that the standard of Vincentian football could be hard to gauge. We went toe to toe with a Mexico team at the same Arnos Vale during a World cup qualifier in 2004. That game ended 1:0 in favor of Mexico with the goal coming in the 23 minute and appeared questionable to many Vincentian observers.
Additionally, the Vincentians played the game for more than half of the time with ten men. That result I think, caused a tremor in the Mexican camp. St. Vincent and t Grenadines is known for its unique brand. It was always present, for the nation is known for its adaption to anything.
Before the 1979 Caribbean Union of Football organized Championship, the standard of our athletes was established.
When we placed second at the regional level, the world took notice. We have been consistent up to a level, even though we have suffered some setbacks ourselves. We have struggled on the football field against teams whom many consider are minnows. I recall one match against Turks and Caicos in 1018 when we were humbled 3:2. But Vincentians will not take a team to task for a loss to a lesser rank outfit. It is an accepted matter that the gap between teams is narrowing. The explosion in technology allows for teams to get information that can prepare them for any eventuality.
El Salvador should have been conscious that Caribbean teams, whatever their ranking have the capacity to rise to any occasion.
Supposed the Vincentians had held their nerves, in the first encounter, they might have been topping the table.
In any event, there is still a spot wherein the best second placed team stands a chance of making the cut. El Salvador is still in the pole position, within touching distance of topping the Group. But the loss to Vincy Heat generated so much venom, that the team was lumped as failures. Fans have to be more respectful to the teams and also show consideration for the success of others whom they consider and below their status.
SVG Masters 20/20 Q12 Round-Up
THERE WERE WINSfor RSVG Police Masters, Stanley Browne Stubbs Masters, North Leeward Masters, and North East Masters when the SVG Masters 20/20 continued last weekend.
At Sion Hill on Saturday, RSVG Police Masters defeated Strokes Masters by 10 wickets in what some spectators said was a match that finished before you could say, “Vivian Richards”.
Strokes Masters were all out for 26 all out in as many as 17 overs, to which the Lawmen replied with 28 without loss off 6.1 overs.
At Stubbs, also on Saturday, Stanley Browne Stubbs Masters won from Cato Heavy Equipment Premium Products Glamorgan Masters by 50 runs.
Stubbs Masters put up 172 for 7 off 20 overs, Norlan Williams helping himself to a sparkling 82. Noel Samuel, 4/13 led the bowling for Glamorgan, who in their chase for victory was dismissed for 122 in 16.1 overs, Dexter Small top scoring with 46, and Stubbs Masters’ Micah Joseph and Basil Andrews each snaring 3 wickets for 19 and 14 runs respectively.
At Sion Hill on Sunday, North Leeward Masters beat Hope Pastures Masters by 7 wickets, in
another low scoring encounter. Hope pastures used up their 20 overs and managed a mere 69 for 7 wickets. North Leeward Masters used 12.2 overs, lost 3 wickets in getting to 70, Clem Millington 27, Leon Samuel 20, Rohan Ash 2 for 11.
At Park Hill on Sunday, North East Masters defeated Park Hill Masters by 67 runs in a one-sided match reduced to 15 overs because of rain.
Norlan Williams was the weekend’s top scoring with an innings of 84 for Stubbs Masters.
North East Masters closed on 136 for 4 off 15 overs with Deighton Butler getting 52 not out, Elton Williams 24 and Marcus Castello 21 not out. Park Hill Masters mustertd 69 all out in 12.5 overs, falling to the guile of Lenroy Brewster 3/23, Ravi Roberts 2/14 and Antus Wright 2/13.
Stories: I.B.A. ALLEN
North Leeward T20 gets going
ONE MATCHwas abandoned and two played in full in last weekend’s opening fixture of the 2024 North Leeward T20 Super League.
The League got going on Saturday 19th October with a Peto Stars-Future Legends Rose Hall clash at what appeared to be a wellprepared Cumberland Playing Field.
Defending champions Peto Stars ran away with victory by a comfortable 52-run margin, this after the winners, taking first knock, compiled 128 from
their 20 overs, to which the losers, last year’ runners-up replied with a dismal showing, being all out for 73 runs in 15 overs.
For Peto Stars, Shaman Hooper top scored with 47, Donwell Hector got 20. Dean Browne, 3/20 and Benniton Stapleton 3/27 led the bowling for Rose Hall.
Jeremy Solozono, 24, led Rose Hall’s batting, with Ojay Mathews, 4/24, being their chief destroyer.
In Sunday’s first match, Ajuba Spring
Village beat Troumaca Starlight by 5 wickets in a nail-biting finish.
Spring Village, batting first, managed 120 for 5, Daniel McDonald remaining not out on 40, and Asif Hooper getting 29. Desron Maloney, 2/2 was Troumaca’s best bowler.
Troumaca Starlight, with Ryan John setting the pace with the season’s first half century, 51, failed by a finger nail to clinch victory, closing on 119 all out in their 20 overs, Imron Joseph 4/25 and
Devonte McDowall 3/25 keeping them in check. Sunday’s second match, pitching Coull’s Hill Rangers against Fitz-Hughes Summerset, was abandoned due to rain. Summerset were 98 for 9 from 11 overs when rain stopped play, Jaheil Walters 35 and Kody Horne 25 being the main contributors. Wickets were shared by Jordan 3/8, Urnel Thomas 3/8 and Javid Wilson 227. Matches continue this weekend at the Cumberland Playing Field.
VGeorge Frederick bids farewell
From Backpage
Few will contest the view that George Frederick’s influence went beyond his pastoring duties. His positive impact on the young people across denominations, his outreach to the elderly, his effective training of church personnel (pastors), the counselling he extended to those struggling with life’s challenges, left indelible imprints on the psyches of those he touched.
His was a life-long mission to change lives for the better, to bring others to know the Saviour who had fortified him, and to contribute to building a harmonious, impartial, safe and prosperous nation — St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
The Management and staff of THE VINCENTIAN Publishing Co. Ltd. extend sincere condolences to his wife, children and other family members.
May he forever rest in the bosom of his Lord
whom he loved andserved so selflessly.
AI REAL ESTATE
REV. DR. GEORGE RAYMOND FREDERICK, Bishop and Pastor of the Hill Top Tabernacle in Golden Vale/Glen, and founder and until recently co-anchor of the weekly television programme ‘Encounter’, passed away on Tuesday 22nd October, 2024.
Born in Kingstown, a resident of Paul’s Avenue and one of the pioneer students of the St. Martin’s (Boys) Secondary School, George, as he was so affectionately referred, was drawn very early, according to a close long-standing associate, to matters of religion and God.
Little surprise, therefore, that he not only became a Minister of the Gospel but that he blossomed into one of this country’s most influential Christian preachers, who put to good use the charisma, intellect and sharp
Pastor George Frederick ministering at the Kingdom Life Tabernacle, Mesopotamia, in Jan. 2023.
by PASTOR NOEL CLARKE Founder/Pastor of the Layou Miracle Church
THERE ISso much that I can say about this great man but I would limit it to a few brief thoughts because of limited space.
My reflection of George is in many areas of his life. He was a Fellow Labourer, a true friend and brother, a mentor, confidante, and co-host of the TV programme Encounter.
George and I became connected over 45 years ago when he returned to SVG to take up residence from Grenada.
GEORGE FREDERICK BIDS FAREWELL
wit with which his God had blessed him.
Many recall his early ministering days, on his return from Grenada where he had resided for some time. He is especially remembered for his deliveries at the Faith Temple Church in New Montrose which were enlightening, entertaining and provocative.
One person reminded THE VINCENTIAN of the “provocative side of George”, recalling when he created a stir in ‘Town’, by going around asking people on the street whether they believed in something called untimely death.”
Renowned Theologian/Scholar Dr. Walford Thompson, who presented Frederick with his doctoral degree in 2019 on behalf of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Institute of Theological Education (SVGITE) and the Miami International Seminary (MINTS), described him as a “scholar par excellence,” who, over the years, “sat under the instruction of graduates of Harvard, Cambridge and Princeton, some with two or three PhDs, and demonstrated to them that he was worthy of the title that was given to him by us.”
Rev. Dr. George Raymond Frederick walked among his people as one of them.
George A Raymond Frederick, in being so conferred, became the first person in the English speaking Caribbean to receive a doctorate from the institution, Dr. Thompson was pleased to announce that evening.
Pastor Noel Clarke, founder and resident pastor of the
Layou Miracle Church, and co-host with Frederick during the pioneering years of the Encounter programme, was moved into a reaction seemingly of ‘Where to start? What to say?’ about the passing of his colleague, and promised to say his bit as he does on this page.
Like so many other Evangelical and Pentecostal pastors, Frederick complemented his stipends earned as a pastor with more substantial employment.
He rose to become Agency Manager with and Principal Representative of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines branch of British American Insurance Co. Ltd.
He remained with the company even after it collapsed in 2009, helping to address the fallout, in his inimitable manner, with policy holders and investors.
DR. GEORGE FREDERICK: THE MAN I KNEW
Although he was employed in the Insurance industry he continued his work as a gospel evangelist under the umbrella of PAWI organization. His level of humility was exemplary, submissive to authority, and reliable. George was outspoken but very respectful. He never allowed familiarity to breathe contempt and was truly a man of integrity.
A few years later when our roles were switched and he became the District Bishop, our relationship continued. He was never intimidated by anyone nor did he allow himself to intimidate others. I looked forward to journeying to SVG TV weekly to air
the programme ‘Encounter’. Our behind-the-scenes discussions were something I cherished and even airing our differences on air was always healthy as we believed in ‘agree and disagree’. George was someone who never held malice.
One of the notable things he did teach me was punctuality. I had a reputation for being always late but I learnt from his strong belief that time must be managed well.
Dr. George Frederick mentored many and has left a lasting impression on many lives.
We will continue to carry him in our hearts.
Pastor Noel Clarke remembers Pastor George Frederick (pictured) as being an embodiment of humility.
Pastor George Frederick is remembered for being very animated in delivering his sermons.