Morning Mirror Edition 810 - 20/11/2018 MORNING MIRROR WEBSITE www.morningmirror.africanherd.com Look out for us on Facebook! The Official Morning Mirror Facebook Group. Please contact magskriel@mac.com for information on how to place your advert. Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home. EDITORIAL AFRICAN ENTERPRISE continued.... Ha ha! So true. I can remember all that! The best was the market at uatre Bornes in Mauritius which sold wonderful French fabrics by Boussac et al. manufactured in Mauritius. The trouble was getting them home on the bus, or in a little mini owned by a S.African friend. What larks! In Manila all the expat ladies used amazing taylors and dressmakers who would even come to your home to measure you up for ballgowns. A friend went to the dressmaker's little workshop to take delivery of her ballgown for the Queen's birthday Ball, only to be told to wait at the filling station, Ma'am, we are flooded out. A few mins. later an assistant came wading through the murky water with the ballgown securely packed and on his head! I think your experience took quite a few hours off the record! LIZ DAVIES I loved your editorial today, it was so African - I can remember all the old tailor shops in the back of Fort Street of Bulawayo - it was amazing what they could turn out from such cramped space on decrepit machines. I have just ordered curtains for my new cottage It is going to take 3 weeks before they are ready AND I know it is going to take longer because it is coming up to the silly season when everyone decides to re-carpet or re-curtain their homes for the Christmas season to impress their visitors. When I got the quote I had to take a week to get over the shock, having worked in textiles for the past 30 years to pay R290 a metre for a voile is highway robbery but as I no longer work where I can buy the designer fabrics at manufacturers prices, had no option but to pay and shut up. Cynthia Tiddy HeeHoo also had his little bit to add when he remembered he and his buddy Dave MacMillan bicycled from Harare to Mount Darwin. For some reason they had to kick their heels in a tiny little Zimbabwean Hamlet, where they encountered a tailor, also in a makeshift hut with a treadle sewing machine. HeeHoo describes how he and Dave lay under a shady Marula tree and the tailor made them up a couple of gaudy shirts, in a matter of a couple of hours!! They wore these shame custom made shirts in indescribable colours, to Lake McIlwane to Sandros and Le Coq Dor for years to come until they left school and went their separate ways in life!!! ++++ Watchdog !! Letter to the Editor, Morning Mirror. Dear Mags, Prompted no doubt by the Centenary of the end of WW1, 'the true story of the Last Post' has resurfaced on our social media recently. The story is true, but the Last Post it is NOT. It is the story of ''TAPS'', the US Army Trumpet or Bugle Call sounded at memorial services for deceased US military Servicemen [or Women]. The Last Post is a British Army Drill call sounded at the end of the working day, from memory 22h00, followed by 'Lights Out' at 22h10. The Bugle replaced the previous fife and drum signal calls about or pre-1800 as its penetrating tone was superior. Its German name is 'Signal Horn'. The Bugle was adopted & used by the Infantry and Artillery, the Trumpet being retained by the 'aristocrats' of the Cavalry, and subsequently the newly formed RAF. There are many calls set out in a Drill Manual [the Bugle and Drum Tutor] which were memorised by rank & file alike, covering routine daily camp-garrison activities from Reveille at 06h00, meal & parade times, through sunset/flag lowering (Retreat), First, Second and Last Posts at 1/2hr intervals, to individual Unit, drill & battle-manoeuver calls. I don't know the Navy calls except the Reveille which can be substituted for the Army call at Commemoration ceremonies. The relatively few RAF calls were included in the Tutor referred to above but not used in my Cadet bugler time. Sincerely, geof m calvert [sic], Esigodini, Cadet Bugler, School, Guard & Silver Bugler, Plumtree, 1951-54. ++++ 2) Notices and Events THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO ALL EVENTS IN THE ROBERT SIBSON HALL Wednesday 21 November at 6.00 p.m. Dinner-Talk: Agatha Christie in Bulawayo - Bryony Rheam In the course of the year-long trip with her first husband who was persuading companies and businesses in the colonies to exhibit in the Empire Exhibition planned for 1924, Agatha Christie visited South Africa and Rhodesia, spending time in Bulawayo which provided material for some of her early novels. Tickets: $25.00 Menu: Stuffed roast chicken, roast potatoes and vegetables. Chocolate mousse. Thursday 22 November at 7.00 p.m. Lorna Doone In this BBC adaptation of R.D. Blackmore's classic novel, John Ridd vows revenge after seeing his father murdered by the villainous Doone clan as a child but when he infiltrates the Doones' stronghold he meets and falls in love with the beautiful Lorna, who is betrothed to the violent and hot-headed Carver Doone. It's a timeless classic that enchants and absorbs you and whisks you away on a journey of love, loss and excitement. Fantastic acting, costumes and stunning locations. [Amazon]A great, earthy tale of goodies and baddies, mean-drinking and musket-firing. [Evening Standard] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] Friday 23 November at 7.00 p.m. Funny Girl Unbelievably 'Funny Girl' is fifty years old! - it was released on 18 September 1968. Loosely based on the life and career of Broadway comedienne and film star Fanny Brice and her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nicky Arnstein (Omar Sharif), the film won an Oscar for Barbra Streisand. It's hard to think of 'Funny Girl', in fact, apart from Barbra Streisand. She is the life force. Director William Wyler simply drapes the opulent show around her. [Daily Telegraph] A superb example of Hollywood craftsmanship in which all elements have been blended to perfection with inspired artistry. [Los Angeles Times] Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] Wednesday 28 November at 6.00 p.m. Academy End-of-Year Concert\ The end-of-year concert will, as usual, feature Academy students as well as guest performers. Admission free - donations gratefully received! Thursday 29 November at 7.00 p.m. Schindler's List Schindler's List is often ranked among the greatest films ever made and was first released 25 years ago on 30 November 1993. Directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Liam Neeson as Schindler, Ralph Fiennes as SS officer Amon Göth and Ben Kingsley as Schindler's Jewish accountant Itzhak Stern Quite simply, one of the greatest movies ever made. [Daily Telegraph] The film is an outstanding achievement. [New York Review of Books] It's a noble achievement, and essential viewing. [Time Out] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] Friday 30 November at 7.00 p.m. Verdi: Otello This eagerly anticipated Royal Opera House production of Otello is Verdi's penultimate opera and final tragedy was first seen in June last year and features Jonas Kaufmann in the title role. Kaufmann's exceptional musicality makes itself felt throughout the opera in a manner that has rarely been equalled in this history of recording. [Opera] Totally, utterly incredible ROH Otello. Moving beyond words. Acting and singing beyond compare. [Operissima] Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] LIVE in December! Saturday 8 December Blessing Chimanga New Album Release Monday 10 December The Harare Youth Orchestra ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds ++++ 5) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES ++++ 6) Pets Pet Hilton Kennels for the best care of your pet while you are away. Bitches on heat catered for and supervised matings for purebred dogs can be arranged during their stay. Christopher available to beautify your dog (all breeds catered for) and domestic obedience training undertaken for dogs over one year old. Dip tank open Saturdays 8 - 11.45. For enquiries or bookings phone Margie Bernard on 242979 or 0775-043983. ++++ 8) Bulawayo News ISLAND HOSPICE AND HEALTHCARE BULAWAYO BRANCH We are now running a Nursing Agency, so if you need a Nurse/Nurse Aide please contact us on 029 77972 and we will assist you. If you would like to do some voluntary work with Island, please come into our office which is open from 0800hrs to 1600hrs daily Monday to Friday and register with us, I am sure we will be able To find something for you to assist with We hire out equipment as well, we have just received 10 wheelchairs and 4 walkers soon we will be able to assist everyone. The Light a light event will be taking place at Zonkizizwe on Friday 30th November at 5pm. Please bring your chairs and come and remember our loved ones together, there will be singing of carols. The candles can now be bought from LNA or from our office where you can swipe for them. We do have an eco cash merchant number : 132498 should you wish to pay that way. The candles can be personalized if you wish. So hurry to either the office or LNA stationers at Bradfield for your candle and avoid being disappointed. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any of our services. ++++ Did you purchase Schoolwear or Fashion from the Femina Garments Factory Shops between 29 Oct - 13 Nov 2018 If so you may be eligible for a partial refund. Please read in full the criteria for refund. From October 29th, 2018 we increased the cost of our garments in response to the enormous spike in input prices. This reflected our concern at the replacement of stock and the ability to continue manufacturing. We have since observed the reduction of prices and believe there is a stability emerging in the pricing system. Therefore, on 14th November 2018, we reduced our prices accordingly. We understand that the customers who bought during the 'spiked' pricing will feel unjustly treated, especially as the increase was only for two weeks. We feel it ethical to give a credit for the price difference to those customers who approach us. The credit will only apply to those payments made in bond, swipe or Ecocash. In order to process this credit, we will require the original receipt and your bank details. Please contact: Femina Garments +029-2465571/81 or 465571 (please note the new number works on and off) Or What's App Michelle on 0772-610-551 Or E-mail feminaschool@netconnect.co.zw ++++ SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS APPEAL FOR HELP Our shop shelves are bare, our kennels are struggling, Pease help! We need to restock our shop shelves and would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, books, magazines, jam jars, clothing, ornaments, glassware, crockery etc. Absolutely anything we can sell to make money to help our kennels. We have Ecocash for your convenience. Donations for our kennels can be dropped off at our shop. The kennels are always in need of old newspapers. SHOP HOURS Monday 2pm - 3.45pm Tuesday 9am - 12 pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm Wednesday 9am - 12pm 2pm - 3.45pm Thursday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15 pm Friday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm First Saturday of each month 9am -10.45am ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE MAHATSHULA - US$65 000 4 bedrooms, walled and gated, working borehole. SUBURBS - US$140 000 3 bedrooms, working borehole, walled and gated. HILLSIDE - US$110,000 2 bedrooms, working well, GLENGARRY - US$80 000 3 bedrooms, working borehole UNDEVELOPED LAND: Willsgrove 8252m - US$31 000 Montgomery 3.5 hectares - US$80 000 Kensington 4.4 acres - US$50 000 We are always looking for more properties to sell in all sectors of the property market, and have potential purchasers registered with us. We offer a complete service of property valuations. CALL: (029) 22 74581/3 ++++ FOR SALE AT ESIGODINI Clear Area/Green Zone 30 Heifers Peacocks/Peahens Contact: 0775 306 392 / 0712 871 455 ++++ TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Townhouse style cottage to let. 2 bedrooms each with its own toilet and shower. Lounge open plan. Own gate and electric fence plus alarm system. rent $500.00 per month. Security deposit $500.00. Water and electricity separate . Situated in Khumalo. Please contact 0773 433 633 ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa Polokwane Affordable Overnight Accommodation Biddy and Gerhard invite you to make yourself at home at their Affordable Self-catering Overnight Accommodation, which is situated in a beautiful garden and ideally based for visitors passing through Polokwane or shopping here. If you are here for work or pleasure, and you are looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay, book your accommodation with us. Facilities Laundry Facilities*Swimming Pool/Secure undercover Parking on Premises All Rooms has Flat screen TV with DSTV (Extra Package) Air-conditioning in each unit/ Hairdryer Camping Cot available / Wi- fi available - once off fee R100 unlimited use. Check-in: 02:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM Rates: R600.00 for first 2 people in Rest and Ride and R 50pp there after All other units: R550 for the first 2 people per unit & R50pp thereafter. I only 1 person per unit R 450 pn In case of cancellation within 1 week of arrival or an early departure, you will be held liable for full payment as per original booking. Overnight Accommodation Rooms Melody - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: Main bedroom: Queen bed. Ensuite: shower and toilet. 2 single sleeper couches in lounge area. The unit has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen with a 4 plate hob stove & oven; fridge-deepfreeze. The unit has a private braai area. Harmony - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: The main room has a queen bed and the adjoining room has bunk beds. The unit has one bathroom with a bath, shower, basin and toilet. Flat screen TV & Air-con in Main Room. The unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a 2 plate stove-oven. The Unit has a private braai area. Rest & Ride - Sleeps 4 - Semi Self-catering Unit: Largest Unit: Room 1: 2 single beds (that can be used as a queen). Room 2: 2 twin beds. There is one bathroom with shower and basin and a separate toilet in the unit. Each room has a microwave; coffee making facilities; bar fridge & Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, crockery, fridge-deepfreeze & braai under the Lapa Area - Patio set that comfortably seats eight persons. Swimming pool views. Cozy corner: Sleeps 2 (singles) - Semi Self-catering Unit: One room unit: has 2 single beds against each other or apart. There is a shower and toilet on suite. Unit has a microwave; coffee making facilities; fridge/deep freeze; Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, Patio set that comfortably seats you. Weber available for braaiing. Location: 13 Woodbush Street, Polokwane, 0699 Close to Makro & Gateway International Airport - just off of the N1. GPS: S 23 52. 35.1' E 029 27 22.2' Hostess: Biddy Fourie +27 82 410 7325 biddy@overnightpolokwane.co.za ++++ 12b)Accommodation and Travel In Botswana ++++ 13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe Gwanda Affordable Overnight Accommodation Junior and Paula invite you to make yourself at home at their Affordable Self-catering guest house, found in the beautiful parts of Zimbabwe surrounded by the beautiful mountains and a great mining community. We display some of the rare antiques, classic steam engines, oil and diesel engines which are over fifty years old. We are located by Subdivision A at Deny's Plots in Gwanda about 500m from Chicken Inn. (using the road behind) If you are here for work or pleasure, and you are looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay, book your accommodation with us. Facilities Self-catering cottages, camping caravans, swimming pool, camping area for church camps etc,a braai area ,a gazebo, a beautiful garden for photo shoots, a venue for wedding and parties., WiFi, mine tours, Sunday lunches and much more. Your comfort and well being is our priority Contact us at gunpaguest@gmail .com. phone +263 842821458 cell: +263 774587084/ 0775961174. ++++ Have you ever been horse riding in the cool, lush, soft, green Chimanimani Mountains WELL FROG AND FERN is the place to be ! DEE AND JANE ARE IN CHIMANIMANI SEE THEIR WEBSITE Phone 0775920440 www.thefrogandfern.com frogandfern@gmail.com Do you love Chimanimani - Visit the Facebook Page: Chimanimani Tourist Association and give it a LIKE. You will find some stunning images of Chimanimani on that page. ++++ 14) Catering and Food ++++ 15) VEHICLES FOR SALE OR HIRE ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) Computers And Electronics ++++ 18) Lifts Wanted And Offered ++++ 19) Seeking Friends ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with cleaning, washing and ironing. Willing to learn basic cooking as she has no cooking experience. Live in or out. Please contact 0777 447 507 ++++ STATE REGISTERED NURSE SOUGHT EDITH DULY RESIDENTIAL AND CARE HOME is looking for a qualified and experienced Nursing Sister. The position will suit a mature individual who has psychiatric and geriatric experience. Day and night shifts are required. Please submit your full CV with references, copies of qualifications and current Nursing Practise Certificate to: Email: edithduly@netconnect.co.zw ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has no cooking experience but willing to learn. Good with washing, ironing, dusting and all cleaning. Live in or out. Please contact 0713371531 ++++ Vacancy A 4000 hectare mixed farm in the Kgalagadi Botswana is looking for a Farm Manager. Experience : 1. Crop farming dry land 2. Cattle farming 3. Other small livestock 4. Game ranching 5. A valid driver license. Heavy duty license will be an advantage 6. Must be 35 years old and above with a family Apply to: The Manager P/Bag BR39 Gaborone Botswana Or Email kpmatenje@acm.co.bw ++++ A resolute industrial engineer aged 27, who blends technical know-how with project management proficiencies to meet often complex design and operational requirements. I hold a B.Eng (Hons) Degree in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering and a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management (PMBOK practices) and l am seeking employment. l am an extrovert with tenacity for purpose; results driven and detail-oriented industrial engineer with 3+ years' combined experience in projects and operations while working in construction, engineering and FMCG industries. l have proven ability in planning, designing and quality inspection of engineering projects, facilitating project success cost effectively and timely. l possess extensive practical experience in utilizing micro-soft projects and advanced micro-soft excel to manage and visualize projects. l am a professional who is always eager to add more to his knowledge base and skills. Should you be interested in hiring someone who matches my profile, please contact me on the following details: Email - pgsibb36@gmail.com Cell - 0773607339 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Can do all the household duties. No cooking but willing to learn. Live in preferred please contact 0782 245 968 / 0774 856 439 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young gentleman seeks employment as a gardener. Very good with flower arrangements and clean pools. Willing to live on the property and double up as security. Please contact 0773 930 147 / 0771 593 349 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to do all the washing, ironing, house cleaning, look after pets and children. Live in or out. Has no cooking but willing to learn. Please contact 0773 951 283 / 0773 875 423 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature friendly lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has done a baking course and catering in Cape Town South Africa. She is a fast learner and willing to learn new things. Please contact 0774 776 360 ++++ 1.The LION & ELEPHANT MOTEL is looking for a mature middle aged couple - preferably ex farmers - who have computer and maintenance skills. The salary will not be huge but you will enjoy the peace and quiet of country living. A thatched house on the banks of the Bubi River and normal benefits come with the offer. Please send e-mail to Chris & Nadine at lionandelephant@junglecomms.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT NURSE-AIDE Mature lady seeks employment as a nurse -aide. Training done at Jubilee Home. Has experience working in a hospital. Able to live on the premises and help around the house if need be. Please contact 0771 048 909 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Nurse aide / care-giver seeks employment, Holding a Rhodes Jubilee Certificate and has done her attachment at Hillside hospital. Willing to do day or night duty . Can help around the house. Please contact 0778 943 825 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to look after children and pets. Very good with the house cleaning, washing and ironing. Live in or out. Please contact 0777 014 334 ++++ I am a 30 year old man seeking employment as a general hand.I have 8 O'levels .I have 3 years expirience in the retail industry as a mechandiser . For my detailed c.v please contact me on 0774 665 878.I am willing to start ASAP ++++ Vacancy We are looking for a typist/secretary. Interested candidates should have a minimum of 5 O'levels, a secretarial qualification and 2 years experience. Please email applications with detailed CV and copies of certificates to: schoolvacancies2018@gmail.com by no later than 20 October 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ++++ I am looking for a job as a child minder, I am in Mahatshula North, full time or part time, My phone number is 0715 362 071 ++++ 21) SERVICES GRAPHIC DESIGNING Flexible an unique drawing with uniqueness. For all your graphic designs, posters, logos, adverts, banners, pamphlets, magazines, business cards, letter heads, company loos, song and album covers and many more please contact the expert. Caleb Design Call ; 0776 617 945 App +27842693483 ++++ SERVICES Repairs and renovations Domestic and Industrial carpentry, bathroom. make-overs, roofing, guttering, tiling, painting, plumbing, electrical and much more. Please contact us by telephone or whatsapp landline: 029-226473 0772 312 320 0772 322 181 ++++ PRIVATE CATERING Contact IAN JOHNSTON if you would like to have beef, lamb, pig or whatever meat you want, on a spit, whether it be for your wedding, birthday party, etc. Book early to avoid disappointment. Contact Ian on 0712 215 373 or 0783 698 573 (w/app) or email ianbjohnston51@gmail.com ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULA I teach a set of 5 classes covering pregnancy, labour, baby care, breastfeeding and other information. I also do a "crash course" for out of towners. These classes are valuable even if you're having an elective CAESAREAN SECTION!! Please book early. I can be with you at the hospital when you're in LABOUR to help you to cope! I also work part time at a BABY CLINIC :-) For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (09) 466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri or (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com ++++ Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing. Rob Sinclair is your man. Phone Rob on 0772230551 ++++ SERVICES Calebdesigns (Local, Flexible and Unique) Posters, banners, pamphlets, magazines,business cards,letter heads, company logos, wedding and any event video and photography, video editing, photoshop,song and album cover. Email: calebrute2017@gmail.com WhatsApp: +27 842 693 483 Call: +263 776 617 945 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale IMPORTED WEDDING GOWNS - +263 77 718 712 Very Good second hand UK/USA imported wedding gowns for sale. Different sizes, colour and designs. From as little as $30 US to around $50/$80 USD negotiable ( Priced to go) Ecocash arrangement can be made. SATIN AND ORGANZA TIE BACKS FOR DECOR +263 772 718 712 1 meter x 20cm long different colours for tying your white covered chairs during a function. $1 BOND FIBRE FEMALE MANNIQUINES FOR SALE + 263 772 718 712 2 size 32/34 female full body mannequins and 2 size 40 headless fabric coated ones for sale $20US ++++ 25) WANTED TO BUY OR HIRE ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats and Fishing ++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home Kraal manure $2.00 a 50 KG bag. Free delivery over ten bags. Phone Ollie on 0771289677 ++++ JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD 99% WEED FREE EXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS. WILL DELIVER 2 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY - MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. PHONE 246688 or 0778495599 ++++ 29) TIDBITS The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion. Morning Mirror reserves the right to refuse any advertising or content. ++++