Excellent choice Mr Manning

THE EDITOR: Please allow this open congratulatory letter to Prime Minister Manning for bringing Mrs Christine Sahadeo into his cabinet. But there are some things of value the nation should know about this lady: her performances and accomplishments at Melville Shipping Co where she held the position as finance manager.

Mr Earnest Melville, a former employee of the Alcoa Steam Ship Co started Melville Shipping Co in the 1950s. By the 1960s, a competition in the shipping business led to the company being sold to Neal & Massy. The company later came under the management of Mr Michael Marshall. We were then removed from Sackville Street to a refurbished warehouse on London Street where Mrs Christine Sahadeo retained her position as finance manager, at a time when the company was showing little growth. Unlike her predecessor she became completely involved in the functioning of the various departments, and the company spiralled upwards attracting the trade of international shipping giants such as Ned Lloyd and others. Thus, bringing Melville Shipping Co into a rival position with Chastineau Shipping Co of St Lucia. Through her managerial skills and tactful methods in dealing with her employees, we became an early recipient of the coveted ISO award.

Suddenly modern buildings began to flourish throughout the commercial neighbourhood and the company’s once ornately attractive building began to appear decrepit in comparison. Mrs Sahadeo took the initiative against serious opposition to improve the company’s aesthetic capital by building premises that became the pride of London Street. She may not speak on a political platform or ride in a political motorcade but there is no stronger advocate of PNM’s aims and objectives; she has the right vision 20-20. In conclusion, I congratulate you Prime Minister Manning for your choice in adding Mrs Christine Sahadeo to your cabinet. She would be an excellent asset to the Government and nation and may God Bless you all.

GRAFTON LA BORDE
Retired Ship Maintenance & Stevedoring Manager
Melville Shipping Co