Trustee Newsletter Christmas Special 2014.pub

Boeing 314A G-AGCA Berwick
when moored beyond Stakes in
the neck of Wareham Channel,
waiting for cargo to be loaded...
And As Time Flies By…
Poole Flying Boats Celebration
The latest News concerns Salterns Marina Hotel (Lilliput),
which has been the subject of a BoP planning applica-on…
This has now been passed, so that it looks as though this
former BOAC Marine Terminal of the Flying Boats at Poole
will be replaced by a significant new hotel redevelopment.
The owner - John Smith is a marvellous supporter of PFBC,
and as we wish him every success in this exci-ng venture,
we trust that every effort will be made to incorporate the
great history of this site alive in as many ways as possible !
Trustee Newsletter: Christmas Special 2014
Maggie and Mike
at our Gathering
Sharing various Memories with
Mike Phipp... PFBC welcomes
the latest Friend - Maggie James
who along with her sister Patricia
is keen to speak with those who
recall their father Captain Moser
© PFBC
By Semaphore + Loud Hailer...
Wishing You a very Happy Christmas
from PFBC & our Aye Ma’am Project
www.ayemaam.com
If you can help please contact us
PFBC Honorary Positions & Life Members
Foundation Trustees: Ken Sanson, Harry Alexander, Bertie Bowman,
+ Aimée ( now Coordinator for PFBC Projects ); Hon. Arch’: John Gully
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Boeing 314A G-AGCA Berwick
safely moored with the Riggers
from Poole Quay in attendance
PFBC ACTs: Val Lewis, Terry + Stephanie Mobley & Heather Sturman
Hon. Commodore, Air: David Mauleverer
Patron:
Lady Cobham
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Senior ‘Hons.’
within PFBC
Honorary President: Jeremy Waters
Hon. Vice Pres: Leslie Dawson, June Topham, Douglas Cook OBE;
Adrian Borrill, Colin Cruddas, Libbie Escolme-Schmidt, Brian Galpin,
Norman Hull, Capt. Bill Lock, John Parsons, Mike Phipp, Vic Pitcher,
Babs Plumbridge, Colin Pomeroy, Dr. Lesley Runnalls, Sam St. Pierre,
Colin van Geffen, Richard Tazewell, John Wilson* + Capt. Eric Brown
also including
Charity No. 1123274
THE
' OPUS
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www.ayemaam.com
Our Aye Ma'am Project
j.reaches another Milestone !
Voluntary Effort has always been key to the success of PFBC,
and that has been especially our Aye Ma’am Project (2013-4).
A significant point has now been reached with a substan-al
‘Gathering’ at PFBC’s Office to celebrate the achievements +
milestones reached with the two years of support from HLF.
Heritage Lo4ery Funding has been so very important to PFBC
along with other sponsors, in suppor-ng this ini-a-ve so that
we have successfully a4ained various targets which were set.
When we reach the second Anniversary. of the Launch held
on 7th. February 2013, the numbers of Volunteers who have
played a part in this Project will no doubt have well exceeded
the current total which stands at a creditable / successful 93 !
Not that this special date will be a finishing line, for the Project
will just enter a further phase with more Interviews, Training,
writing-up of research / findings, and progressing the Website...
So as we celebrate the success of Aye Ma’am, we look to the
future for this Project + also for other potential new Initiatives.
Harry’s Welcome Speech
Ian Andrews (who Represents all of our HLMs)
*
[A warm welcome to John Wilson who joins the Hon. Vice Presidents:
John is a significant contributor to PFBC’s Archive + a good Friend.]
The PFBC Initiative - Flights Movements at Poole 1939-48:
Due to a wonderful range of Log Books on loan etc. to PFBC
it has been possible to make significant progress on records
where extracts can be accessed to help with many enquiries
which we receive… Whilst this project has been undertaken
by Aimėe accessing as many records that have come to light,
there is a long way to go to achieve a comprehensive listing.
© PFBC
SO IF YOU HAVE LOGS OR FLIGHTS INFO. PLEASE CONTACT HER
Rowena and Pat
Babs with Brian
Mary & John Brackley
PFBC’s
Office
Friday
5th. Dec.
2014
Contd. from Col. One
As we have encountered certain notable milestones en route,
it is now an appropriate -me to reflect on recent a4ainments:
The Autumn period culminated in the second in the series of
our Oral Recording Training Sessions held at the PFBC Office…
Again John Burgess travelled some considerable distance to be
with us, as we assembled as dozen eager trainees (with a few
amendments from last -me ~ eg Ber-e back from his US trip).
We received various -ps & hints, and significant advice in the
exac-ng art of conduc-ng interviews, with also the techniques
of using the camcorder (essen-al equipment funded by HLF)...
Next, the intricacies of edi-ng, which is a painstaking process !
Parkstone-on-Sea: Salterns, Sandbanks & Seaplanes
Jeremy’s book is a work of art compiled over many years !
He has surveyed a scene, unravelled the historical context
with great dedica-on + a painstaking approach to research.
Also, this publica-on has been garnished with its plethora
of unrivalled photographs to inform and delight the reader.
For those who love this area & history, this book is a must.
Groupwork with John Burgess
Graphic Messages in
a great Cartoon Style !
Eventually, those who have benefi'ed from learning all of this
and mastered the challenges involved, will be able to pass the
elements of training on to others as we develop our capabili(es
and especially the greater confidence which has been built up !
In this way PFBC will progress to feature evermore prominently.
ALL CONTACTS PLEASE
Poole Flying Boats Celebration
For the attention of:- - - - - - Parkstone Library Buildings
1 Britannia Road Parkstone
Poole Dorset BH14 8AZ
and please mark clearly
who you are contacting…
ie Bertie for PFBC Friends
Harry - re: Sponsorship etc.
John Gully - PFBC Archive
Val Lewis - Friends Library
Aimée - i/c PFBC’s Projects
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For bookings of tickets for PFBC Celebrations contact Ken Sanson,
and all other general enquiries - PFBC’s Office registered. address.
PFBC Email: [email protected]
PFBC Website: www.pooleflyingboats.com
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2014-15
Oral Recording with John Burgess
The Trainees who have benefitted from the Oral Recording Course are:~
Bertie Bowman, Mary Brackley, John Gully, Terry & Stephanie Mobley,
Ken Sanson, Heather Sturman, Roger Starling, June Topham and David
Warhurst, with Jeremy Waters, and also Harry & Aimée Alexander…
Whilst we gave a thank you to Sylvie who provided the Teas and Coffees,
and served up croissants on the 2nd. session as the weather was colder !