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Richard A. Krebes
Member
Username: krebes
Post Number: 322
Registered: 11-2000
| | Posted on Monday, May 11, 2009 - 10:17 pm: | 
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In case anyone was wondering:
The challenge by that photographer in the Irish Independent has apparently resulted in Cameron, Winslet, and DiCaprio matching the man's donations to help pay for Millvina Dean's nursing home bills. But so far Celine Dion and 20th Century Fox -whom he also challenged- have remained silent.
[Moderator's note: This post, originally posted as a separate thread in another topic, has been moved to the pre-existing one discussing the same subject. JDT] |
Michael Cundiff
Member
Username: robin
Post Number: 1018
Registered: 1-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 11, 2009 - 10:31 pm: |
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It is wonderful news. And, however Ms. Dean refused to view the film, it was a great gesture from a producer, and his primary cast, to contribute to a needy cause. Not to mention the fact the blockbuster film TITANIC has yet to be surpassed in box office receipts.
Michael Cundiff
NV, USA |
Michael H. Standart
Moderator
Username: mstandart
Post Number: 27193
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 - 5:56 am: |
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>>But so far Celine Dion and 20th Century Fox -whom he also challenged- have remained silent.<<
And there could be two reasons for that. Either she ignored the appeal or she contributed but declined to make the fact known. I'm not going to worry about it either way. I'm just gratified to see that Milvina is getting some needed financial assistance.
Cordially,
Michael H. Standart
Equal Opportunity Curmudgeon
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Anthony Cunningham
Member
Username: anthony
Post Number: 56
Registered: 7-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 - 5:02 pm: |
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It's great that the stars of JC's Titanic are contributing to Millvina's care home bills. They have no obligation to do so and therefore it's a kind gesture. I'm sure Millvina will be delighted. It will also be a great worry off her mind.
I believe Don Mullan also has a Titanic book coming out soon so his appeal will certainly help generate plenty of useful publicity and keep Millvina's circumstances in the public eye.
'Titanic, The Last Survivor'
http://www.railwayvideo.com/maritime.htm
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Holly Peterson
Member
Username: alzbeta
Post Number: 205
Registered: 3-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 - 11:05 pm: |
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I read about this in my newspaper today, too! |
George Lorton
Member
Username: mr_retro
Post Number: 55
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 4:56 am: |
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I also heard about the Stars of Titanic and James Cameron's generosity today and I think it's wonderful! |
Matthew Jones
Member
Username: matthew1
Post Number: 5
Registered: 4-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 2:49 am: |
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I ask for you to run this story 04/15/09 an I didn't get a reply, after stating that I had written the Queen, THAT WAS NOT NEWS WORTHY BUT KNOW WITH THE STARS, behind it WEll it seems to be
P.S. What a joke.
Thanks for nothing
Matthew |
Rocky Whiteside
Member
Username: titaniccharlie1394
Post Number: 322
Registered: 11-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 3:50 am: |
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Matthew Jones
Member
Username: matthew1
Post Number: 6
Registered: 4-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 5:01 am: |
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This was the post that I listed on 4/16/09 nothing out of the way. I just wish to get her help. I was thinking that this web page was set up to help with Titanic, not to show that we just care about looking the part.... So my post was removed twice without a world ?
'Your Majesty',
My name is Matthew Jones, from the States. I am a good friend of Titanic survivor,
Milvina Dean. Events that have occurred over the last few months with Milvina having been reduced to to selling what's left of her family heirlooms to the highest bidder. There is no need for me to attempt to explain her status, not only to you and myself, but more of a National Treasure to the whole world. I traveled to your lovely country last year, to visit with Milvina. A greater lady does not exist.
Madam, please search your heart, I am sure that some kind of solution can be found. Such a great friend should not have this burden in the last years of her life, with any concerns of monetary things. What I wish you to consider, is what we all hope to enjoy as we reach our golden years.
'Sincerely'
Matthew Jones
[Moderator's Note: This message and the two above it, originally a separate thread in an unrelated topic, have been moved to this pre-existing thread discussing Ms. Dean's well-being. The earlier message referred to here was also moved to this thread after initially having been placed elsewhere. MAB] |
Jason D. Tiller
Moderator
Username: jtiller
Post Number: 5240
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 5:29 pm: |
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quote: So my post was removed twice without a world ?
No such post was removed by the moderators. Look up.
"To be happy is to be contented in your own mind"...Harold Godfrey Lowe
43° 44' 01" N, 79° 24' 16"W
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Anthony Cunningham
Member
Username: anthony
Post Number: 57
Registered: 7-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 6:56 pm: |
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Matthew
I'm sorry your charming letter did not get a positive response from HM. But at least you tried. There's an old (rather blunt) saying, 'If you don't ask, you don't get' and your letter is a perfect example of that. It's always worth trying for something rather than sitting back and doing nothing at all.
'Titanic, The Last Survivor'
http://www.railwayvideo.com/maritime.htm
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Matthew Jones
Member
Username: matthew1
Post Number: 7
Registered: 4-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - 7:54 pm: |
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Thanks
She is being helped. That's the main thing.
Matthew |
Michael H. Standart
Moderator
Username: mstandart
Post Number: 27253
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 6:08 am: |
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Matthew, while I appriciate your desire to help out Miss Dean, I'm not really certain what can be accomplished by writing to Her Majesty the Queen about this. She's not to my knowladge a member of this forum and is not likely to have time to read it even if she looks in from time to time.
If you sent her a letter, realistically, the chances that it will be seen by anybody beyond a staffer are vanishingly small.
Cordially,
Michael H. Standart
Equal Opportunity Curmudgeon
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Matthew Jones
Member
Username: matthew1
Post Number: 8
Registered: 4-2009
| | Posted on Friday, May 15, 2009 - 3:09 am: |
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Thanks
Michael
I did write the Queen, I know the chances are slim but if we do not try, then nothing would get done. I'm glade that the stars got involve at least know she is being help ...
I also forward the story to CNN, Fox News, BBC & PBS along with the Queen with NO reply from any of them back in March & here in April but it didn't seem to be News worthy.
So I'm glad JC's Stars helped.I was hoping with the hits that this page gets it could have generated some help, being on the front page.
Thanks
Matthew
It all worked out without our help. |
Brian J. Ticehurst
Member
Username: briantice
Post Number: 387
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 22, 2009 - 4:35 pm: |
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Just to say that Millvenia Dean has been admitted to hospital today and is not very well at all.
Lets hope that she makes another of her amazing fightbacks.
I will keep you informed.
Best regards
Brian |
Jason D. Tiller
Moderator
Username: jtiller
Post Number: 5258
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Friday, May 22, 2009 - 5:19 pm: |
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I'm sorry to hear this, but I hope Millvina gets well soon. Thanks for keeping us updated, Brian.
"To be happy is to be contented in your own mind"...Harold Godfrey Lowe
43° 44' 01" N, 79° 24' 16"W
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Eric Longo
Member
Username: mauretania19061936
Post Number: 823
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 12:05 am: |
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Hi Brian,
This is sad news indeed. Thanks for the update.
Best wishes,
Eric
Mauretania 07 photographs/memorabilia/postcards buy/sell. Image restoration. magikbilly@yahoo.com
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John Clifford
Member
Username: hjca
Post Number: 1514
Registered: 11-2000
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 1:05 am: |
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My prayers will be with Millvina.
John Clifford
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Michael H. Standart
Moderator
Username: mstandart
Post Number: 27450
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 4:45 am: |
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>>I will keep you informed.<<
To good news I hope.
Cordially,
Michael H. Standart
Equal Opportunity Curmudgeon
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Kendra Bell
Member
Username: kbell85
Post Number: 37
Registered: 11-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 7:32 am: |
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I hope she knows she is in all our hearts. |
Anthony Cunningham
Member
Username: anthony
Post Number: 58
Registered: 7-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 11:23 am: |
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Millvina Update:
She has had a good night and is, for the moment, comfortable.
'Titanic, The Last Survivor'
http://www.railwayvideo.com/maritime.htm
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Holly Peterson
Member
Username: alzbeta
Post Number: 213
Registered: 3-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 4:40 pm: |
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I will keep her in my prayers. That wonderful woman has come through so much, let's hope she pulls through this too, but if God calls her home to be with Him, let us hope that she will be at peace with her father, mother and brother again. |
George Lorton
Member
Username: mr_retro
Post Number: 162
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 4:46 pm: |
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I also hope Millvina is doing better and is comfortable! |
Anthony Cunningham
Member
Username: anthony
Post Number: 59
Registered: 7-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 7:44 pm: |
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Millvina Update:
As of this afternoon Millvina remains in a stable condition.
'Titanic, The Last Survivor'
http://www.railwayvideo.com/maritime.htm
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Holly Peterson
Member
Username: alzbeta
Post Number: 214
Registered: 3-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, May 23, 2009 - 9:28 pm: |
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Anthony, that is wonderful news. May God protect her. |
