Category Archives: People

More individuals than human behaviour.

The man that wants to serve up Balls on a plate

Posted on April 12, 2010 by Shades

I was invited to the launch of the Conservative campaign last Friday, held in the upstairs room of Cucina Cafe (built as the former Gas showrooms in the 1960s by John Poulson). I have a strong dislike of political parties … Continue reading →

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The old simplicity

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Shades

Morley Folk Club met for the third time last week. Sadly, the £8 admission put too many off and there were only twenty in the room. Those that did come were in for a big treat- the much underrated Irish … Continue reading →

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Bring me sunshine…More on little Ern

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Shades

I’ve been to have a look and I’ve decided that I like him. The detailing is great and whilst it isn’t instantly recognisable as Ernie, I think it has captured his flavour. The main thing is if Doreen Wiseman likes … Continue reading →

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Morley makes the papers…

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Shades

I reported back in December 2008 that Ernie Wise was coming to Morley. Well, he is here, but not without controversy. On Sunday morning, the statue was lowered into place. There was only a small crowd present as it had … Continue reading →

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Rubbing shoulders with the famous

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Shades

I met two blogosphere legends last week, one unexpected. The first one was Iain Dale, at the Total Politics Question Time event in Leeds. (I got offered a late cancellation). The event was at a new hotel near to dark … Continue reading →

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