1986 - 40 years ago - October Part 1
October 6-12
October 6-12
THE dispute over Sealink's closure of Channel Island ferry routes and the redundancies caused by the move finally hits roll-on roll-off freight when union action stops lorries boarding British Channel Island Ferries' vessel, Corbière. National Union of Seamen pickets block the ferry ramp in St Helier Harbour to protest against the loss of 492 jobs.
Judgment is reserved in the action brought by suspended St Helier Centenier Peter Pearce. Centenier Pearce says that he was unlawfully suspended and the Royal Court hears that no grounds have been found to press charges against him concerning his conduct during a Police Court case. It is revealed, however, that he breached Court procedure and misled the Magistrate.
The foul smell of sewerage around Bellozanne has returned, much to the annoyance of residents of the area. The problem is said to be worse late at night and early in the morning.
Jambo, the gorilla who stood guard after five-year-old Levan Merritt fell into the Zoo's gorilla enclosure, is named "Individual Animal of the Year" by BBC's Wildlife magazine.
The Jersey Football Association promises to "fight to the bitter end" to save Springfield as the base of Jersey football. The Island Development Committee are currently negotiating with the Royal Jersey Agricultural and Horticultural Society to purchase the site for housing.
The Bishop of Winchester, the Rt. Rev. Colin James, pays a brief visit to the Island and "drops in" on an assembly at St Michael's School,
October 13-19
A ROYAL Court murder trial is postponed because it is not possible to find the required 24 jurors to hear evidence against 20-year-old Jose Nelio Izilio de Azevedo, the Portuguese waiter accused of killing his countryman and colleague, Mr Joao Sapeta.
The Jersey Football Association promises to "fight to the bitter end" to save Springfield as the base of Jersey football. The Island Development Committee are currently negotiating with the Royal Jersey Agricultural and Horticultural Society to purchase the site for housing.
The Bishop of Winchester, the Rt. Rev. Colin James, pays a brief visit to the Island and "drops in" on an assembly at St Michael's School,
October 13-19
A ROYAL Court murder trial is postponed because it is not possible to find the required 24 jurors to hear evidence against 20-year-old Jose Nelio Izilio de Azevedo, the Portuguese waiter accused of killing his countryman and colleague, Mr Joao Sapeta.
La Folie Inn, one of Jersey's few remaining independent pubs, could be taken over by one of the big three local brewery groups. The tenancy of the pub is up for renewal, but if it goes to Ann Street Brewery, Randalls Vautier or Bass Charrington it is likely that the matter will be taken up in the States.
A report into the future of Methodism in Jersey says that at least five churches should close. The report, which is expected to upset some local Methodists, is described as a discussion document and its authors say that they are not trying to force closures.
Jersey's former Army Careers Officer, Mr Vic Bourgoise, succeeds Mr Keith Hutton as chief traffic warden. Mr Hutton becomes the Island's car parks manager.
There is still uncertainty about the future of ferry services to the mainland. As the Sealink dispute continues, there is no indication when the full service proposed by British Channel Island Ferries will restore shipping links with the UK.
Hundreds of people — including the Bailiff, Mr Peter Crill, the Lieut.-Governor, Admiral Sir William Pillar, and the Dean, the Very Rev. Basil O'Ferrall, attend a peace service in the Royal Square.
A report into the future of Methodism in Jersey says that at least five churches should close. The report, which is expected to upset some local Methodists, is described as a discussion document and its authors say that they are not trying to force closures.
Jersey's former Army Careers Officer, Mr Vic Bourgoise, succeeds Mr Keith Hutton as chief traffic warden. Mr Hutton becomes the Island's car parks manager.
There is still uncertainty about the future of ferry services to the mainland. As the Sealink dispute continues, there is no indication when the full service proposed by British Channel Island Ferries will restore shipping links with the UK.
Hundreds of people — including the Bailiff, Mr Peter Crill, the Lieut.-Governor, Admiral Sir William Pillar, and the Dean, the Very Rev. Basil O'Ferrall, attend a peace service in the Royal Square.
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