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Letters with full name and address should be sent to The Link,
Letters to the Link
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13 Castle Dore, Freshbrook, Swindon by the 20th of the month
Unfair to pets and owners Youth Issue Asda
From P J Meares of Grange Park by Robena Winslow, Chepstow Close, Toothill (fol- From Mrs D Witts,Westminister Road, Toothill
I was absolutely disgusted to read the so called lowing the comments by young people last issue) It was with interest that I read the letter regard-
report on Dog Poll Tax in The Link April edition. There has always been conflict between young- ing ASDA (in the April Link). My husband had
Who thought up this sick April Fool's Day sters and adults. This is nothing new; ideas on gone shopping that same day and came home
story? They definitely need treatment. behaviour, dress, morals are all issues that the complaining about the length of time he had
This story was in very bad taste. Do you at generation gap can't resolve and this is normal. waited. I had sent him for straws, dishcloths, a
The Link realise how many old (and not so old) However having worked at Toothill Commu- large drum of washing up liquid, but all were
people live alone, with just their dog for com- nity Centre for 5 years I do feel qualified to say no longer available.
pany? They must have been very worried, to that a minority of the youngsters of Toothill do He was told these items were Gateway prod-
say the least. cause real problems. Vandalism is rife and the ucts. He only came home with the bread.
People I have spoken to about your article cost to the Centre is not imagined. The Centre We decided to travel to the Gateway at
are, like me, surprised and disappointed at The cleaners bear the brunt of cleaning up the mess Wroughton and enjoyed the choice of every-
Link having their little laugh at pet owners in that is left behind and as this is done early in the thing we needed.
West Swindon. We do not think it funny at all. morning the evidence is removed before a lot of If Asda doesn't improve I think many people
us see it. will decide to travel further afield for their
From Peter Keeble, Cavie Close, Nine Elms, Shaw The Community Centre Management Com- wants. I know we are thinking of it.
Either your 'Whitehall correspondent' has in- mittee did arrange for the youngsters to use one
side information likely to bring down Her Maj- of the rooms free of charge. They wanted to From Audrey Hutchinson, Castle Dore,
esty's Government oryour otherwise very useful organise and run the group themselves with Freshbrook
newspaper is the perpetrator of a very unkind support from Youth Workers. This was not We moved to Swindon recently and were de-
'April Fool' spoof. successful, attendance was low and it died a lighted that the local superstore was ASDA.
I refer to your column from Sheila Mitchell death. It seemed they preferred to sit outside Having shopped at ASDA for 5 years in
stating that a Poll Tax on pets will be instigated and consume cans of beer etc. Harrogate, near their headquarters, I have come
in 1991. If it is true, there are many elderly Could I please reply to Simon (article in last to rely on their high quality products, well laid
people who will be heartbroken at no longer edition) who raised the point about respect, this out stores and keen prices.
being able to afford the companionship of their must be earned by all whatever their age; it is ASDA have been pioneers in improving food
trusted animal friends, not to mention those of certainly not given as a right. quality - removing diazo dyes from their own
us who at present have two dogs, a cat and I would love to see a thriving Youth Club and brands from jellies to fishfingers, juice to tinned
seven goldfish in our backyards (yes, I really do having seen and read the article about all the peas. They were providing phosphate free
have them, and estimate that they will cost me help Marie Crane gives to Freshbrook Youth washing liquids, recycled toilet rolls and no
a cool £900 at this year's Community Charge for and the respect that is reciprocated between bleach nappies before 'green' was quite so fash-
Thamesdown if you are being truthful!). them I feel envious that Toothill can't have the ionable. They have made big advances in non-
Come along now, don't be so unkind to your same relationship with its youth. animal tested toiletries, toothpaste and sham-
readers. I think the least you can do is publish a To the future, I hope things improve, that the poo. Their fresh produce, from vegetables to
very prominent apology as soon as possible to new Youth Club planned for Toothill Farm will bakery, is excellent.
put people's minds at rest. If however you are find a good Committee, the right Youth Work- Added to this they make good, practical,
publishing exclusive news of a brand new tax ers and create a successful Club that is long well-designed clothes, especially for children.
about to be foisted upon the British animal- overdue. Their housewares department offers a wide
loving public, then I think you may be herald- range of up to date items.
ing the biggest revolution this country has seen I amamazed at local criticism and allI can say
since the Civil War! is that when the teething problems are over-
Six other wonders
come - it ASDA be WORTH IT!
From Sidney the Shetland Pony From Andrew Capel of Shelfinch, Toothill
Hello, it's me Sidney. I wrote a 'Day in my Life' Firstly I would like to say how much I enjoy From Mr Walter Hodder of Stamford Close, Toothill
for you last month. reading your magazine. I like the layout and Just a few comments re our West Swindon
If it's true that we pets have to pay a tax, me find it easy to read. It is also very informative. supermarket (Asda). I should say they must be
an my side kick Tiddlywinkle will have to work In response to Bob Pixton's article 'Its Spring- the dearest store in and around Swindon. My
even harder to bring home the hay. time' (Link 96), I would like to suggest 6 other home help bought me a portion of fresh chicken
If you'd like us to teach you how to drive a wonders: Town Gardens; Old Town cycle 5Y.oz for £1.16, making a whole one £4.64. I
pony and trap or hire us to give rides at your track; the mural at Iffley roundabout in could buy a complete chicken for much less
fete, please give Katie Griffin on 872785 a ring. Rodbourne; the leisure facilities in Thames- than their price, also several articles of various
We're kind, gentle and love a good pat. We'd down; Magic Roundabout; the concept of a foods previously stocked such as Crest butter,
be only too pleased to meet you. light railway for the town. cakes-various, biscuits, have been replaced
with their own choice which are dearer and
The Link Classifieds certainly not so good in many instances. At
times check outs are not staffed and God help
Lineage ads in The Link cost 15p per word. Boxes cost £3.50 per single column centimetre. Inclusive customers when they start selling their own
of VAT. Lost and found are free. Cash with advert to The Link, 13 Castle Dore, Freshbrook, Swindon, bread, for how much a loaf? Let's hope
Sainsbury's open up soon.
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