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July 2005
Crossed the Bar
It is with regret that we wish to inform the HMS Ganges Association of the passing of a fellow member.
My father Stanley Whitehead passed away on the 29th June 2005 after a long battle with cancer.
He served at HMS Ganges from 11/09/1939 - 16/05/1940 and in the Royal Navy until 1954.
Robert Whitehead <whitehead@worldonline.co.za>
31July2005
REGULATING BRANCH ASSOC. RBA(93)
ANNUAL REUNION.
To be held on Friday 30th September/Saturday 1st October at the WO's & Snr. Rates Mess, HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth.
Price £17.50 per person. Booking Forms and programme can be downloaded from the contacts page at <http://www.rba93.com>. The Keppels Head on the Hard, Portsmouth are giving healthy discounts to our Association, on full weekend bookings. Just quote RBA(93).
Any queries please contact:- Pete Swann, <swannp@btinternet.com>
30July2005
HMS Indomitable Explosion 1953
Is anybody out there who served aboard HMS Indomitable in 52/53 when there was an explosion off Malta in February '53.
A number of boys were killed and injured at least two died who were at HMS Ganges in 51/52, one of whom was in 12 class.
Peter Musselwhite <pwemuss@tiscali.co.uk>
30July2005
Reunion Accommodation
I last attended the 2001 HMS Ganges Association reunion on the anniversary of my 50 years since joining in 1951.
On that occasion I was fortunate to be accompanied by my wife.
However I feel I am being penalised for being a widower and not being able to have single accommodation.
I do not believe that in this day and age that the organisers/Pontins are not able to offer single cabins even though they may be at a premium.
Since I left Her Majesty's Royal Navy the only person I have ever shared a bunk with was my wife.
The statement on the booking form is that single cabins are not available "refusals cause embarrassments".
I am extremely embarrassed at sharing a cabin with some person that I do not know or would like to know.
May I through this channel ask that the committee reconsider the subject of single accommodation. I do not accept that there is no alternative.
John C.Montgomery. <monty1819@btinternet.com> Membership No. 2995.
30July2005
Crossed The Bar
Michael John Jeffrey D.O.B. 17/11/25. He lived in Luton and he died on the 12th July 2005.
He worked for our Company as a driver for many years and was a fine gentleman.
His funeral was lead by an ex Naval Chaplin and he repeatably mentioned Ganges and the way it had influenced Michael's life.
Unfortunately, Michael had cancer and this is what brought his life to an end. I know his family quite well and said I would
get his death announced on the Ganges website.
Regards
Peter Little <Ptrlt2@aol.com>
27July2005
HMS Ganges USA Reunion 2006
At the request of several of those present at the 2004 reunion, sites in the USA have been looked at for a 2006 reunion.
So far the most attractive deal on offer seems to be New Orleans, onboard a Mississippi stern paddle wheel steamer, the Delta Queen, from 9th to 16th December. These dates attract a near 50% discount on the prices to be announced in the soon to be issued 2006 brochure.
Outside cabin with two full fare paying occupants US$1380 each; inside US$1202 (GBP 755 - 657); Children under 18 sharing free; additional adult in cabin (only some have three beds) US$100 per night.
Prices include accommodation, food & soft drinks; alcohol and gambling extra, as are runs ashore unless you can wangle 'grippos'!
Join boat in New Orlean to sail on 9th. Leave boat in Memphis on 16th. When known, full program to those showing an interest.
US$300 refundable deposit per person needed with reservation.
Remainder to be paid in full 90 days before sailing. Penalties for cancellation after full payment or within 90 days of sailing.
Early indication of interest requested.
Peter H Palmer <palmersp@gte.net>
USA 727 584 7143
704 Citrus Court
Largo. FL 33770
USA
25July2005
WHERE ARE THEY NOW
I, together with other members of 135/136 classes, who joined Ganges 15th March, 1955 and who then went on to reside in Benbow 31 mess for the duration,
are looking for other class members, namely:- William S. KILLEY, Roy BLACKMAN, Alfred E. BEDFORD, John JUCKES, Michael C GREEN, Andrew E. DICKINSON,
George (Gordie) CORNFORTH, Brian WHELAN, Terence E.SWEENEY, Hugh O'REILLY, Eric R.MULLINER, Jock WHYTE, Gordon FRASER, REVELL, THOMAS, MORRISON, BEAUMONT,
Victor CALLEJA, and Joseph (Charlie) PULIS. Both of the last were Maltese,
Seven of the classes met at the 2005 reunion,which was quite nostalgic,as it was our 50th anniversary.
In the hope of some success.
Ian (Tom) DOODY. <ian@tdoody.fsnet.co.uk>
23July2005
Mike Cooper MBE.
Mike Crossed the bar on July 18th peacefully in hospital. He was a member of the Association and a founder member of the West Yorkshire Division and over the years he held every position in the West Yorkshire Division: Chairman, Treasurer, and Commitee member.
He will be sadly missed may he have found a safe anchorage.
Norman Wilson <GangesNorman@aol.com>
Secretary West Yorkshire Division.
20July2005
Mr Muggeridge at Hignam Court 1940/42
A lady living near Gloucester remembers (from the age of 8 years) a sailor who was stationed at Hignam Court 1940/42.
She knew him as Mr Muggeridge. Does anyone remember anything about him?
D. Sherratt. <donmon2@tiscali.co.uk>
Gloucester.
17July2005
Peter Smith
I would like to let everyone who sponsored me, from the HMS Ganges Association know that I finished the 8 mile walk around "Carsington Water" in aid of MNDA, on 19 June 2005, Fathers day (the hottest day of the year I think). I raised £310 and thank you all very much, I really do appreciate the sponsorship, I did the walk in memory of my husband Peter Smith (Beeston Ganges Standard Bearer) who died of this terrible disease, just two days before the 2003 reunion.
I thank you all again.
Toni Smith <tonipete@btopenworld.com>
11July2005
Anti Submarine Warfare Instructors Association (TASI Association)
50th Anniversary Dinner 19th November 2005
The 50th Anniversary dinner of the association will take place on Saturday the 19th November 2005 at the Home Club Portsmouth.
Please contact <bobburton@btinternet.com> 01752 668380 or visit the website at <http://www.aswi.co.uk>
Many thanks
Bob Burton <webmaster@aswi.co.uk>
07July2005
The Tug Wilson Appeal
As of today 1/7/05, the Tug Wilson Appeal stands at a total of £750 after just 4 weeks. Most of the donations Have come from Ganges Boys and Divisions.
Yesterday I received a cheque from the Solent Division for £100 and a few weeks ago Mid Herts. Division raised £80, The West London Division have so far raised about £270,
I have received many personal donations from Ganges Boys and Girls and also from the HMS Tiger Association, one of Tugs old ship's, I have also had a promise of £50 from Robbie Robson now secretary of the NFA, A big Thank You to Everyone.
I have been in touch with Shep Woolley and he is now onboard and is hoping to do a Gig down at Uxbridge towards the end of the year to raise more funds.
Out target is still unknown at this time as we have several companies visiting Tug to measure the old Basket up as he needs to lose a little weight, correction he needs to lose a lot of weight!!!!!! so if you see him around Don't Feed him and No Wets what so ever!!!!!!!!!
We expect our target to be around about £3000 so we still need your help, if you belong to a Ganges Division then please consider sending a donation.
Donations can be sent to:
Slinger Wood (Chairman)
RNA Uxbridge
rear of 388 Long Lane
Hillingdon
Middlesex
UB10 9PG
Cheques payable to RNA Uxbridge
Yours Aye
Slinger Wood <kevin.wood@blueyonder.co.uk>
01July2005
