Opinion
Cow Catchers
From Gazette editions of October, 1934:
Poor Notification
Editors, Vineyard Gazette:
I do not know the seriousness of the current potential contamination of Oak Bluffs water but it seems rather distressing that most residents found out about the situation by word of mouth instead of any kind of an official announcement.
What a Waste
Editors, Vineyard Gazette:
The following letter was sent to the state office of Costal Zone Management.
When it comes to picking a good place to harvest bay scallops, Lagoon Pond might not be your first choice. Surrounded by homes and businesses, the pond lies between two busy towns in one of the most populated areas of the Island.
You might chose Cape Pogue or Menemsha Pond as the best spot to find thousands of bushels of bay scallops.
Yet in 2006, the Tisbury side of Lagoon Pond led the state for bay scallop landings with 6,269 bushels.
Derek Cimeno, who died last week at the age of 39, is largely responsible for this.
REMEMBERING BILL HONEY
Editors, Vineyard Gazette:
I was sad to read of the death of Bill Honey. During my time as superintendent of the Island schools (1970-1975), this gentle and thoughtful man was treasurer of the regional high school district. Even though he was president of the largest bank on the Island, he made the time to attend school committee meetings faithfully, and he was always available for advice.
I learned a great deal from him. Everybody trusted him. His quiet voice will be missed.
Kilowatt for Kilowatt
Editors, Vineyard Gazette:
The following statement was read into the record by a West Tisbury selectman at the public hearing on Wednesday night: