Monday, 31 October 2011

. David Straiton.
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M.THATCHER LATEST SCANDAL

My great friend David Birse, who amongst many others keeps me up to date with media news both good
and bad. Here is a shocker which should resonate with the people of Scotland; no matter their political
persuasion. I refer to David’s link to 14-Independence for Scots, in which it relates to the “FORTUNE”
paid out to no less than the Scottish “NEMESIS” Margaret Thatcher over the period of this last five years.
you may look on the facts with incredulity, nonetheless they are official. The Lady (?) actually cost the
Tax-payers in claming the princely sum of £535,000 (five hundred and thirty five thousand pounds).This
in accordance with a scheme introduced by John Major, called the “Public Duty Allowance”. By sheer
coincidence (?) Mr.Major has received the sum of £490,000(four hundred and ninety thousand pounds).
to crown these appalling facts that arch “War-monger (Iraq) and conniving (Megrahi) conspirator Blair
has collected £273,000(two hundred and seventy three thousand pounds. No figures are quoted for the man
who deliberately ignored advice from colleagues and politicians across the political spectrum, and as result
of his “EGOCENTRIC” behaviour almost bankrupted the Nations of what they call the U.K.You all know
who I am referring to.Incidentally where the h--- is he? You will note the title J.Major applied to his scheme,
was this an vain-glorious attempt by him to equate the former P.Ms.with the duties of the Royals? Need I say
more?I am rambling on about the subject, of course you can read the full account on the” E(B).B.C.NEWS
POLITICS” dated 27th,October.

In my humble opinion the above item of news is of paramount signicance for the people of Scotland. It
highlights a microcosm of the cost to the tax-payers of the total sum it costs for the association to the “TWO”
chambers of Government at Westminster. If any of my good friends back home are friendly, or of know an
“ACTUARY “who can probably calculate the entire “VAST” amount of money it costs to run these Institutions,
and the results are brought to the people’s attention; it will result in another valuable propaganda coup for
the S.N.P.to exploit.

Saturday, 29 October 2011

. David Straiton.
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LONGANNET

May I reveal my ignorance here about this apparently scandalous situation? According to what
I have read on the web, the Power Station is owned by a “PRIVATE COMPANY”; namely Scottish
Power. The last thing I would desire is to let the Westminster Government off the hook, but it puzzles
me as to why the world-beating technology should require funding from the English Government????
Can someone please put me right on this situation????

Many thanks to my good friends who responded with further information on the subject matter. Included
was that ownership of the power station is now in the hands of the Spanish Giant Company Iberdrola
We are now in the “USUAL” position of having relied on the English Government to take a positive step
in providing collaboration in a project, which would not only benefit Scotland, but also England and the
rest of Europe and beyond. What is about us that we are held in such low esteem by the English Establishment?
WE ALL KNOW THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION!

I would really like to know why, having been treated with the expected “TREACHERY” by Westminster; there
seems to have been no follow up action to raise private capital to allow this “World Beating Technology to come
to fruition.
The following is my humble proposition which I feel would succeed in rallying the Scottish public, no matter their
political opinion. Someone or a group arrange a petition to be presented to No.10; appealing for the Coalition to
reverse their decision. Please don’t get me wrong, I realize that this is a fanciful desire on my behalf, there is as much chance of this happening as seeing a pig fly past my window. My ambition for the petition is to achieve
“Propaganda/Max” for the way we have been treated by our “Friends?” south of the border. I have had the good
fortune of viewing Alex waxing eloquent on the vital importance of this project, I would certainly be one of the
first to apply my signature, COME ON ALL YOU GOOD PEOPLE!!!!

Wednesday, 26 October 2011

. David Straiton.
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A POT OF GOLD.

At the end of the rainbow

Neath the splendour of the mountain peaks white with snow

Nature has bestowed on Scotland another mineral prize

Which for the future, though limited in density

Will help in these times of austerity

To benefit the Nation on its own way back to prosperity

This time the precious mother lode

Will be utilized for the succour of the Scottish people alone

Not,as history shows, plundered by an alien society

Which acted as pirates of bygone years would have done

Saturday, 22 October 2011

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A SATIRICAL ANECDOTE

I composed this little bit of satire some time ago, having viewed Jock Campbell’s comment on the
Global Bank link; regarding the prompting of people to be “THRIFTY” this Xmas.There is a world of
Difference in the two terms “Thriftiness” and “Meanness”. I feel sure all my intelligent friends will deduce
The connection I infer between Jock’s message and my anecdote.

A Scotsman, Irishman, Welshman and an Englishman, were asked to answer the following question:-

Name The Odd One Out?

1. The Scots are “MEAN”!

2. .The Irish are “THICK”!

3. The Welsh are “DOUR”!

4. The English are “ARROGANT”!

The contestants were unanimous in their decision, in choosing No4 as the exception. However their

reasoning differed.

The Scot, The Irishman and the Welshman quoted No.4 as the only definition to be true.

The Englishman quoted No.4 as the only one to be untrue.

Friday, 21 October 2011

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THE OTHER PLACE

For those who are unaware of the application of the term(see the title), for clarification I would describe it
as a part of the “UNDEMOCRATIC.” nature of the English Parliamentary System. We are often assailed
by the use of the expression “Mother of Parliaments” especially in the media, when referring to these combined
legislative bodies. I sincerely hope that when we gain our Independence we would not be as
“ARROGANT” as to claim this implied exclusive identity, however in comparative terms I suppose we could
quote that we possessed the “MOTHER SUPERIOR” of Parliaments.

The above paragraph relates to the upper house of the English Bicameral Parliament, the House of Lords, this very appellation is in itself representative of Feudalism and the odour of “INSTITUTIONALIZED PRIVILEGE”.
This is 21st century!!!! Any psychologist would espouse the “Fact “that human frailty will govern the behaviour
of individuals, this chamber of Government is open to characteristic weaknesses in the members both elected
and “UNELECTED”. In the DAILY Telegraph dated 28/01/07 an article appeared which provided (as the
Journalist stipulated) irrefutable evidence that, the then Prime Minister Tony Blair, was deeply involved in the cash
for honours affair. Despite these findings he escaped punishment. The very notion that the second legislative
overseeing committee should consist of unelected representatives is an affront to anyone with democratic
values as the very basis of their political philosophy. Corruption is almost blatantly in practice. by the “HIGHLY
OVERPAID” ermine bedecked personnel who spend half their time asleep in the comfort of their “RED”
cushioned benches.At the present moment members of this “Scene of Anachronistic Decadence” can claim up to £300.00/day,
(I will repeat three hundred per day of attendance); not bad for sleeping half the day away! Added to this
insult to all the laws of fairness, this allowance is “TAX FREE”. This is not to say that all the “RIGHT
HONOURABLE” ladies and gentlemen are tarred with the same brush; indeed some may be “HONOURABLE”
in their own right; but certainly not in the “TITULAR” sense.

My purpose in this exposition is to highlight circumstances (in my opinion) which we should not repeat in
the future composition of our Government structure. The concept of an “UNELECTED” Legislative Chamber
wreaking of “PRIVILEGE” would be an abuse to the people of our Nation.

Sunday, 16 October 2011

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REFERENDUM YES

Last night I awoke from a dream,
The midnight sky with stars all agleam.
I found myself soaked with sweat,
The content of my dream was as good as you can get.
My fellow Scots had voted yes
In droves they had overcome those who thought of less.
They had voted for Independence in full,
Complete eradication of Westminster rule.
The details of my dream like a beautiful Scottish mountain glen
Imprinted in my mind never to be forgotten
A spokesperson for the winners at a celebratory dinner
Quoted the following reasons for the win
Hard to hear above the merrymaking and the din

The people voted YES for the future of our children
The people voted YES to the Independence from a “Foreign Power”..
The people voted YES to a more prosperous society.
The people voted YES for advancement of our cultural heritage.
The people voted YES to non-nuclear proliferation.
The people voted YES for both a non-sectarian and racist community.
The people voted YES for a future referendum on the Monarchy
The people voted YES for the future creation (within human terms) of a
Fair and equitable Nation.
Finally as is the character of the people
The people voted YES for the country to share its new found wealth
Those less fortunate in countries throughout the world

To the doubters I deliver this admonition,
This dream of mine was a “POSITIVE PREMONITION!

Friday, 14 October 2011

. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
CH5.3NT.

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AN APPEAL FOR A NEW CAUSE

It is my intention to address this to various links. I consider it important to all of us.
First I would reiterate what I have confessed to on many occasions,” I am a complete novice on the complexity
Of working this machine”. Therefore you will understand my concern at the apparent changes to the system
Which have occurred recently? I then took the step of consulting one of my great friends, himself far more conversant
With the operation of the computer. Below I quote some of the relevant points from his wise reply.

The first and reassuring point he made was to confirm that it was not a computer disaster. The fault he laid at the
Door of “FACEBOOK”who have refined the structure of the network lately.He went on to elucidate several facts
Which were consistent with the problems I was encountering as follows?
“People not receiving postings as they did before”.
“Timorous Beasties fluctuating wildly”.
“Not counting friend numbers properly”
A particular issue on my behalf, my friendship requests have virtually dried up; which had me puzzled, because before
This situation arose I was, averaging requests at something like one per day.

According to my friend “GOOGLE”are in the process of setting up a rival social network, which should be up and running in the near future; he will seriously consider switching to this, probably superior network.

Meanwhile the focal point of my communication is to request that someone with experience in the act of setting up
A cause or a petition to appeal to facebook to revert back to the old system;emphasising that if they do not take
Action,they are liable to lose a substial number of users.

Thursday, 13 October 2011

. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
CH5.3NT.

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BEYOND REASONABLE DOUBT

The insulting behaviour from the English Establishment knows no bounds. The “United Kingdom
Government” has issued an edict to the combined football authorities who run the in England to get
Their act together; if not, they run the risk of intervention from Parliament, which, if forced to, will go
As far as passing an act which will make them ultimately more efficient.A spokesman for Parliament?
Interviewed on E.B.C.stated that their ambition was to help “ENGLAND” win the world cup.
Any jury would find the Establishment guilty of “RACIAL PREJUDICE”.
. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
CH5.3NT.

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. BAD AND GOOD NEWS

lets get the “BAD NEWS” out of the way first. Having viewed D.Cameron`s “WELL STAGED”(in my opinion)
speech in Aberdeen this morning.Witha couple of rows of ladies & gentlemen in the background, who actually
resembled dummies; with hardly a flicker of emotion in response to what they were listening to. His speech
was peppered with allusions to “BRITTISH & BRITAIN” in relation to “OUR” North Sea oil & gas resources.
At the end of his oration there were a total of “THREE” questions from the assembled media, and frankly they
Just sounded like sycophantic sound-bites. There was one point of interest in one of the questions, which was
Of great relevance, which concerned the talent available in “BRITAIN” to continue with the complexity of the future development of the available resources. From what I have written readers can gather why I describe this as “BAD
NEWS”.The fact that what the speaker was talking about, to him, was a “BRITISH” success story,and as far as we
Are concerned will remain so until we are Independent.

Now we get to the better news, the subject of D.Cameron`s speech. The announcement of the B.P. 4.5 billion
Contract which will see oil & gas supplies lasting to well beyond 2030.Added to this there will be the creation of
Several hundred jobs directly in the sector, plus further employment in the service sector.

I could have waxed eloquent with a positive response to the question on the availability of the talented experts in this field of technology. The questioner only needed to use his p.c.to find out the perfect answer as follows:-
My lovely friend of “DUNFERMLINE S.N.P. LINK” Fay Sinclair has posted the “Scottish Government’s You Tube
Channel”on the video right hand side we have “Offshore Wind Technology”.
Also read “Talent Scotland Success in Oil; & Gas”.
Both of these items emphasise the wonderful advances “OUR” engineers and scientists,(to world acclaim) are
Involved in which will assure a great “FINANCIAL£”future for our Independent Nation.
On analysis of the above, what a tremendous opportunity beckons for Alex and the party to exploit this great news
And counter the Westminster imposed austerity with the rightful claim that we would be a far more prosperous
“INDEPENDENT NATION.

Wednesday, 12 October 2011

. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
CH5.3NT.

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POOR DAVID CAMERON ????

As my title suggests Mr.Cameron deserves the sympathy “Of his supporters”.Consider the massive decision
He must be having nightmares about. On the one hand he will be guaranteed the Premiership of England. Thanks
To the voters of middle England, until he is in his dotage; when Scotland becomes Independent. On the other
Hand. he will be struggling to keep his country in a viable financial condition without the massive contribution
Of Scotland’s Oil, Gas, Electricity, Water & the future Green Energy bounty.

So come on guys who will be the first to create the “Sympathy for David Cameron” cause????
Be warned, watch and don’t get knocked over in the rush !
. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
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PETITION TO GREENPEACE

As my title suggests, I am wondering if anyone has had thoughts about petitioning “Greenpeace” to see
If they are interested in endorsing Scotland’s cause for Independence. It would seem a logical measure
For this organization to consider, given the basic principles they uphold. We may not approve of some of the
Activities ascribed to their M.O., however the advantages of this endorsement far outweigh any misgivings
We may have on their moral behaviour. They are manifestly world renowned, and command the attention of
The media on the world stage.

Scotland is in the unenviable position (at this time) in that their Government is restricted in the progression
Of their “GREEN ENERGY” policies by encountering decision making in a “FOREIGN” Government
A typical example of this is the current situation at Longannet Power Station in Fife. The decision for the
Advancement of a “WORLD BEATING GREEN ENERGY SCHEME”unfortunately, according to insider
Information, would appear to be in a state of collapse; owing to poor and indecisive action from the quoted foreign Government. Added to this is the massive support from the Scottish people on an “ANTI-NUCLEAR”
Philosophy. Therefore to sum up, all it needs is for someone or perhaps a group to contact Greenpeace and
Solicit a public statement on their commitment to support Scotland in their battle for Independence. Surely
There should be no reason for them to adopt a negative attitude to this plea; after all we are not asking them
For any “POLITICAL”undertaking; just an appeal to sponsor our ambition.

The Longannet scandal referred to,see the report in the excellentNewsnet Scotland dated 09/10/11,as posted by
My great friend David Birse.

Monday, 3 October 2011

. David Straiton.
, 7a, Quarry Avenue,
Farndon.
Chester.
CH5.3NT.

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WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER

Having borrowed Cameron’s metaphor, I would like to apply it to the Scottish situation. The following
Facts will reveal that there is a complete divergence of his principle as far Scots celebrities are concerned.
Leading this parade of less than “PATRIOTIC” natives of our country is Billy Connolly. His “VEHEMENT
RANTING ANTI-INDEPENDENCE” makes him one of the most “Dangerous Enemies” we face in our
Fight for our cause. It is patently obvious why I quote him at the top. He is closely followed by an array of
Talented individuals who unfortunately have chosen to place personal aggrandisement before their love and
Passion for the country they were born in. I deliberately ignore the extensive list of politicians, the list would
Be too long. However I will mention a few others (amongst the many) stars in their own right in various cultural activities:- Jackie Stewart motor racing
Rod Stewart singer (?)
Stephen Henry snooker
John Higgins snooker.
Colin Montgomery golf
Andy Murray tennis
Sam Torrance golf
The Scottish football & rugby teams?
Please add your names to the list.

I n the case of Connolly, we cannot afford to ignore the damage he is capable of inflicting, although like all
You good people, I respect the right to free speech; however we must be prepared to fight fire with fire.
SUGGESTIONS PLEASE????.