1994
The Court
King - John Jenkin
Queen - Vanessa Chalmers
Chief Lord & Kings Escort - George Docherty
Chief Maid & Queens Escort - Kerry Martin
Herald - John Cairns
Crown & Sceptre Bearers - Janek Smolaga, Paul Bishop
Maids of Honour - Ashleigh Watson, Gemma Scott, Lynsey Williams,
Michelle Duncan, Sharon Turnbull, Leanne Freeland,
Bower Girls - Shona Thompson, Lisa Dodds, Karen Hamilton,
Jennifer Robb
Halberdiers - Michael Melrose, David Black, David Braid,
Terry Wilson
Flower Girls - Jane Heggie, Deborah Grant, Laura Hamilton,
Yvonne Nelson, Charlotte Thain, Suzanne Amos, Nikki-Ann Defley, Christine
Spence
Page Boys - Andrew Holburn, Frankie Carstairs, Robert Waterson,
Kevin Smith
Chairmans Message
As the Chairman of the Gala Committe it is my pleasure to
welcome you to our festivities. I hope the events planned provide an exciting
and enjoyable time for all.
On behalf of myself and my Committe I would like to offer our congratulations
to King John, Queen Vanessa and the 1994 Gala Court.
As well as passing on our grateful thanks to the business community for their
financial donations, our thanks also go to all the individuals who volunteer
their services in many different capacities. Here I would like to give a special
mention to all those involved in our sponsored events which raise a great
deal of money.
We very much appreciate the help, co-operation and financial assistance given
to us not only by those undertaking the events but everyone who sponsors their
endeavors. Our apprediation also goes to the many businesses and organisations
who continue to give practical assistance throughout the year and Gala Week
in particular.
Finally I would like to say I am looking forward to meeting a large crowd
at our Gala on 11th June and hope that the various activities are enjoyed
by young and old alike, whether they be participants, organisers or visitors
to our Gala.
Jeanette Stewart
Gala Chairperson
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Newtongrange resident's of all ages are invited to take up the "Gladiatorss' Challenge" when the village gala day gets underway on Saturday.
The emphasis will be on audience participation as the gala committee in conjunction with Royal Leisure and body builders from Lasswade Sports Centre attempt to recreatethe excitement of the popular TV show.
From 2.15pm onwards local contenders will have an opportunity to take on the gladiators in a series of events, including bounce boxing, sumo wrestling, bar jousting and other favourites. The gladiators will accept the challenge from all-comers gearing their level of resistance to the age and weight of the contender.
The day's celebrations begin as always, with the gala parade, which leaves the Square Park at 1.15pm, arriving at the public park in time for the crowning ceremony at 1.45pm. Scottish Brewers Silver Band and the Ebbs School of Dancing.
A junior disco party featuring Atomik Disco, with appearances by Newtongrange Pipe Band and Mayfield Baton Twirlers gets underway near St. Davids at 2.30pm. Audience participation will also be required for the Jumpin' Jax Trampoline Show which starts at 2.30pm.
An area near the main park gate has been designated "Country Corner" with a range of wild-west activities scheduled throughout the afternoon, including a mock shoot-out and dancing to Route 65.
Another highlight of the afternoon will be the arrival of The Golden Lions, the Army's Scottish Division freefall parachute team, who are expected to drop into Abbeylands just after 3pm. After the jump, there will be an opportunity for youngsters in the crowd to chat to team members as they pack up their 'chutes.
Other attractions around the park will be displays by the Scottish Mining Museum, the Esk Valley and District Bird Society and Lothian & Borders Fire Brigade, as well as roundabouts, fun, games and bouncey castles for younger children.
Also participating in the festivities will be the Esk Valley Engineering Society (model railway), the 21st Midlothian Scout Group, Easthouses Guides and Newbattle Ranger Guides, the Air Traing Cadets, Lothian & Borders Police, the Scottish Ambulance Service, Newtongrange Caged Birds Society and The Royal Bank Of Scotland.
A variety of local groups and charitabl organisations will set up stall in the park in a bid to boost their own funds.
Advertiser 9 June 1994