Can anyone give me the History of the above position, and how Anne Dunnet was chosen to Act in this capacity? Ty
Printable View
Can anyone give me the History of the above position, and how Anne Dunnet was chosen to Act in this capacity? Ty
Wikipedia has a useful entry on this honorary position. Try it.
Anne Dunnett was a prominent local member of the legal fraternity in Wick and Caithness and, in my opinion, an eminently suitable person to be given this honour. There was a tendency in less recent times for the position to be given to minor aristocrats - not always a wise choice.
Partan
Thank you.....yes I did a Wiki search, but wanted more depth, especially about the person.
give her a quick phone call and ask her
Go to the Courier/John o groat newspaper web site and you should find an article re Anne Dunnett.
Thanks..will do.
A Bbeeg WOW for those comments!
Thank you, Horseman!
Really, Horseman (The)? Bad Rep points for 'False allegations'? It wasn't too long ago that you berated someone else for giving out neg rep.
Anyways, I made no allegations, false or otherwise. I said I found the post to be a bit creepy.
You, on the other hand, have accused me of partaking of the weeeeed! [lol]
Looney,
You seem to thrive on the lower side of life.
First my post is creepy.
Second you mention 'weed'.... colloquially...... wheras not being too familiar with said product, I would call it Marihuana..
(Marijuana in the UK)...I never even thought of that. Put something in your pipe and smoke it. Look up the definition of the phrase...Used after stating something surprising or undesired..to emphasize the Truth. Also used after refuting an arguement, and the list goes on.
To be perfectly honest, I was enquiring about Anne Geddes/Dunnet as I knew an Anne Geddes and a Anne Dunnet from my 'sojourn' at Wick High, and my several years working there, around the same time as she would have been there, if she actually went. In fact I have 'pictures'. Work with that one!
Wiki and other articles I have read about her does not mention any personal 'facts'. e.g. Approx age and occupation!
Methinks the enquiry has been put to rest......sad that one cannot ask a Q without being creepy.
I will not bother her, but if she monitors these Boards perhaps she will contact me.......one never knows what will pop up, reaction wise, does one! Tut Tut. ( Expressing my disapproval, or annoyance'.). Wick High did me well!
I will give you back your points when they allow me.
My dear 'Hoarseman' (intended), The,
I will endeavour to ignore your personal remarks, and the verbal diarrhoea that follows - was this really your FINAL edit?:roll:
You may keep your points, I have no need of them.;)
Kind regards
linnie. (Or Looney - whatever floats your boat).
Finis..ty....H
No probs, H, (T) - I can be 'gracious in the face of adversity'. :cool:
Nicely put...kinda good sport. :D
She has just retired and last week did not know who her successor will be. Maybe when that's announced you will get an answer.
Thank you.....Just thinking of ma days in the High School, eating Houstons Food, and my days serving the Public on Francis St. And of course Nights at the Trinkie.....it's a wonder we are still here!
The new Lord Lieutenant of Caithness is John Thurso, a good ambassador for the Queen in Caithness and Caithness in general.
Best wishes to him
Was delighted to hear this piece of news.
Olde School connections.....
They are what they are, where they are!
Its how he got back into the House of Lords
This is the guy who changed his name to Thurso....?
I thought this way of choosing people because of their connections, had changed somewhat in the U.K., but obviously I am wrong. I have nothing against him, but wouldn't it be nice to give someone else an opportunity to Officiate. He is another of a long line of what used to be called 'important' people to get that what they wish.
I feel there are many people in Caithness who deserve 'a shot' at something like this. There are many 'distinguished' people in the North who could honourably fill this person.
Just a thot!
it would be interesting to know what other people think.
I realize that it is an Honorary position, to one whom is accomplished, with an impeccable background, but no one mentioned Pedigree!
This again is akin to the Caste system. The system seems not to have changed, in this case anyway!
Poppet......are you truly happy that Lord Thurso was anointed to this position.....and everyone else in Caithness was incapable of such a task?
I want to find out what other peoples thots are..
Ty...
JT is the former MP, who has never disgraced himself too badly. I can see why they though he was suitable.
In an ideal World, everyone could be Lord Lieutenant for 15 minutes each.
Lets all join the queue!
Of course there are other people who could do it, but given the nature of the job you would struggle to find anyone better, or even willing. Have a look at what it the duties are, it's unpaid, carries no power, requires acceptance of the established order and presumably no criminal record. Look forward to hearing your suggestions for candidates.
I have no one in mind......there are numerous 'volunteer' spots around....e.g. Special Constable. They are trained and are willing to give their time, and in the event of a Serious problem, willing to act alongside the regular Police.
I grew up in Caithness and remember the way some people were treated, if they didn't fit a pattern of courtsey and bowing to those who thought they were important, they were chastised.
It was refreshing to find in North America that these petty items were/are not recognised. A senior TV reporter became the Province of Ontario Governor General.......An author was also elevated to what in Caithness would need a Lord or a Lady...if you have never experienced the freedom of this way of life, then one is missing out.
I was simply asking a question, and you didn't answer!
Horseman - I dont quite understand your posts re Lord Thurso, especially as you have stated that you are thousands of miles away. There are at least six depute's that have been covering for the previous Lieutenant. Do you have a desire to be among the people who make the decision.
OK....the comments I rec'd smell of the Status Quo.........bye bye!
Knock knock