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18 Apr 00 - 03:31 AM (#213523) Subject: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: The Shambles This maybe of interest and there is surely a lot of songs in it? THE JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. I do hope this link is going to work. |
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18 Apr 00 - 12:27 PM (#213740) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: Malcolm Douglas Thanks for the link, which does work, though I can see why you thought it might not! I have a friend from Tralee who will certainly find it interesting. There is another version of the site, incidentally, at http://www.jeaniejohnston.com which may be more recent. I found it while looking for a shorter URL! Malcolm |
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18 Apr 00 - 01:54 PM (#213803) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: The Shambles The test was to find a LONGER link. (smiles).
The following is what we are talking about. "IRELAND is re-building a remarkable Tall Ship for the Millennium. We invite you to follow our progress at the shipyard in County Kerry and join us daily aboard the Jeanie Johnston on her Millennium Voyage TM to the United States and Canada from May 2000." |
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18 Apr 00 - 01:58 PM (#213810) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: Liam's Brother I've been following the progress of the Jeannie Johnston through my friends at South Street Seaport Museum here in New York City. She'll be berthed at the Museum sometime in July of this year and Bob Conroy and I will be singing on board.
All the best,
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18 Apr 00 - 03:52 PM (#213871) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: jeffp Does anyone know if she was actually launched today as the schedule listed? jeffp |
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18 Apr 00 - 07:05 PM (#213972) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Thought I posted to this a few hours ago - to the effect that the launch was due to take palce toda. They seemed to be having some problems and looked like missing their tide (about 6 hours ago). Haven't heard since. I'll check in the morning. Regards |
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19 Apr 00 - 04:44 AM (#214198) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan As of now (Weds. 9.30 a.m. local time) they're still in trouble. The ship has to be transferred from the stocks to a low loader, then to a semi-submersible barge which will take her out into the channel and drop her in. So far they've only managed the first part! There's also a gale due this afternoon. Mind you, I think its basically off the land (the gale - not the boat!) Regards |
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19 Apr 00 - 08:25 AM (#214229) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: jeffp Thanks, Martin. Please keep us posted on progress. jeffp |
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19 Apr 00 - 08:44 AM (#214242) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: catspaw49 I have only read a few articles in "Sail" and a couple of other publications. I know they had some problems with the wood used in the planking or something, but I'm glad to see her almost in the water. Keep us posted Martin. Spaw |
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19 Apr 00 - 08:14 PM (#214671) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Well, by nightfall on Wednesday, they had her on the barge, in shallow water. Tomorrow she is due to move out into Tralee Bay (at Fenit harbour) and dropped into the water. Stll blowing a gale. Regards If you want a song connection - try "Reilly from the County Leitrim"! |
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19 Apr 00 - 11:35 PM (#214801) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: Liam's Brother ...or The Phoenix of Erin's Fair Isle (I always like the songs that allow you to choose the title). Thanks for the report, Martin. I've been passing on the details.
All the best, |
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20 Apr 00 - 08:16 AM (#214926) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan This morning's Irish Times report is HERE Regards |
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20 Apr 00 - 08:29 AM (#214934) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Or, maybe, HERE Sorry about that! Regards |
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20 Apr 00 - 05:19 PM (#215198) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Just half-heard a report (as Gaeilge i.e. in Irish) which said there was no further progress , as the gale was now blowing up the bay! She still sits on the barge, at the quayside. Problem is - we're just past full moon so the spring tides will start to drop. Wouldn't surprise me if she's there for a fortnight. Regards |
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20 Apr 00 - 06:38 PM (#215246) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: vindelis If the half finished shell, on display last September, is anything to go by, the Jeanie Johnson must truely be a sight to behold. Are we likely to see her on trials in the English Channel? Good luck to one and all. |
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21 Apr 00 - 02:32 PM (#215665) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan The final stage of the launch has been put off for at least a week, due to bad weather, I'm afraid. Watch this space! Regards |
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21 Apr 00 - 02:36 PM (#215666) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: catspaw49 Thanks Martin for the on-the-spot updating. I really appreciate it as I know others do as well. You're probably right on the time factor....Too bad, but a good idea at the very least to hold off. Spaw |
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21 Apr 00 - 07:23 PM (#215806) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: dreoilin passed her today and she looks impressive , even without sails etc. Its blowing a gale here... |
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22 Apr 00 - 10:07 PM (#216294) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: vindelis Just returned for an up date. Martin,thanks for keeping us posted. |
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27 Apr 00 - 11:19 AM (#218913) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Just got the following news from a friend of mine involved in the project: "The JJ is remaining at Blennerville for another week.May 4th is the now the likely date for entering the water at Fenit. Meanwhile the masts and spars are being erected and the interior fitout is continuing at Blennerville so no time is being lost. The weather was the problem last week -the insurers would not agree to the move while the winds were above the limit and then the high tide had gone for 2 weeks. The naming ceremony is on May7th at Fenit -Mary Mc Aleese, our patron is breaking the bottle of champagne." Mary McAleese is the President of Ireland, BTW. I'm heading off to Rennes in Brittany on May 6th, but will post the latest news before I head off. Regards |
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29 Apr 00 - 11:51 AM (#220028) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Here's a LINK to the news page of the Jeanne Johnston site, now updated. Regards |
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29 Apr 00 - 07:06 PM (#220141) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: Dave (the ancient mariner) Martin thanks for keeping us advised of this project I have been following it, and enjoy seeing her completed. Hope she come to Nova Scotia so I get a look at her. A lot of my Irish pals here, would dearly love to go aboard. "Fair Winds and Following Seas" Yours, Aye. Dave |
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04 May 00 - 06:31 PM (#223183) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan Nearly there! Heard this (Thurs.) evening that she's still on the barge, but with the masts now stepped. Should be moved out tomorrow and then floated off the barge on Saturday. Official naming ceremony is on Sunday. Forecast is fine.
There may be a short delay on the US trip - depending on trials , but they hope to make it reasonably promptly. <> I'm off to Brittany for a week so maybe someone else can update this over the next few days. Just keep an eye on the Irish Times website at www.irishtimes.com. They'll surely have details. Regards |
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08 May 00 - 03:09 PM (#224767) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: jeffp The Jeanie Johnston was officially launched in Fenit yesterday, according to the Irish Times. She is due for a shakedown voyage to Cork soon, followed by a trip to America. There is a nice article at www.irishtimes.com. Congratulations to all involved! jeffp |
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12 Dec 00 - 05:43 PM (#355988) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan After all this time - nearly there! Clcik Here Regards |
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12 Dec 00 - 05:47 PM (#355993) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: MartinRyan The project website is active and up to date - click here Regards |
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12 Dec 00 - 07:30 PM (#356057) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: jeffp Thanks for the info, Martin! jeffp |
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13 Dec 00 - 09:04 AM (#356300) Subject: RE: The JEANIE JOHNSON PROJECT. From: catspaw49 Again Martin, thanks! Spaw |