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Started by: dostaf (inactive)

Our traditions.

‘But the school said it had to weigh up any potential offence to its community.’

Started: 29th Jun 2009 at 15:14
Last edited by dostaf: 29th Jun 2009 at 15:18:11

Posted by: the_gwim_weaper (inactive)

Terrible...Eroding our History.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 16:08
Last edited by the_gwim_weaper: 29th Jun 2009 at 16:10:21

Posted by: cindy (5971) 

Which community

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 17:35

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Don't theses politically correct buffoons realise that banning things like morris dancing will make ordinary people more prone to racist sentiment.

I wouldn't dream of going to Skipton if The Craven Flagcrackers weren't performing.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 17:55

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

I thought you'd mentioned them in the past blc.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 17:56

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

You have a good memory dostaf.

I was considering joining the them but it's that bit too far to travel for regular practice etc.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:30

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

I wouldn't go that far.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:32

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

...and I didn't.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:34

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

Better safe than sorry.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:37

Posted by: jo anne (34726) 

It's time our country polished up its act.

Being part of the The Craven Flagcrackers does look like great fun, Bennie.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:52
Last edited by jo anne: 29th Jun 2009 at 18:53:16

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

"It's time our country polished up its act"



Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:00

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Doesn't it just Jo anne.

I'm thinking of starting a Wigan Chapter are you interested?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:02

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

Would one need a big beard, smoke a pipe, and be into real ale?

And know someone with a stash of owd hats.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:04
Last edited by dostaf: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:05:43

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Just the women members dostaf.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:05

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

I've seen some of em blc.

That's why I asked.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:06

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Dostaf the offer to join The Wigan Flagcrackers is also entended to you.

Membership by invitation only.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:09

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

Are bells and staves provided?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:12

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Each member must supply their own attire.

I will however supply a communal quantity of boot polish.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:15

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

I looked upon you as more of a burnt cork provider.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:16

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

That may be a more economical method dostaf, i must have you on board as Treasurer, at the very least; you've saved me money already.

Can you suggest any WW members you think would make good Flagcrackers?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:20

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

Mmmmmmmmm.

Isn't there a traditional fool?

Someone with a balloon (or bladder)?

An oss?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:22

Posted by: jo anne (34726) 

I'd love it, Bennie.
I always have a whopping grin when I see Morris Dancing displays.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:23

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Is that a cryptic clue suggestion 4 likely members because I'm struggling now treasurer dostaf.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:26

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Great to have you on board Jo anne, do you play a musical instrument or would you prefer to be a dancer?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:30

Posted by: jo anne (34726) 

Can I stick to dancing please, Bennie.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:32

Posted by: douglas (inactive)

Bennie, you do realise you can't be a Morris Dancer (Male) if you've been circumcised

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 19:54

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

Circumcision will be tolerated in The Wigan Flagcrackers but it will not be compulsory.
Jo anne you are now a dancer but first would you do a little audition please?

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 20:47
Last edited by bennielechat: 29th Jun 2009 at 20:49:55

Posted by: danni (inactive)

Frocks are ready boys

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 20:52

Posted by: copperhead (1415) 

Bennie, you do realise you can't be a Morris Dancer (Male) if you've been circumcised

Is it OK if it came off with fair wear and tear

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:00

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

They don't look English to me Danni.

But Morris dancing did spread far and wide in various forms , it probably originated in Turkey as "Morris" is likely a corruption of "Moors", hence the tradition of blacking up in celebration of its origins.

Ha Ha Copperhead.

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:01
Last edited by bennielechat: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:02:46

Posted by: douglas (inactive)

Bennie i don't know if it's true but someone told me that only 'complete pri.ks' went Morris dancin'

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:21
Last edited by douglas: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:27:34

Posted by: marieg69 (3359)

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:31

Posted by: bennielechat (5762)

It's true Douglas I take it you want to join.[:P]

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:57
Last edited by bennielechat: 29th Jun 2009 at 21:59:38

Posted by: douglas (inactive)

Of course Bennie. i have the credentials

Replied: 29th Jun 2009 at 22:13

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

I'm sorry blc, but I must respectfully decline the position you offered. (Ooh errr)

In the light of recent revelations, I do not wish to be accountable for all the tips.

PS Be careful that this venture doesn't turn into something one would expect from the folks of Summerisle.

Replied: 30th Jun 2009 at 14:35

Posted by: jo anne (34726) 

These are Wigan men not Wicker men, Dostaf.

Replied: 30th Jun 2009 at 14:41

Posted by: dostaf (inactive)

Sounds dodgy to me jo anne. Be careful.

Blc, Yorkshire, disguises?

White slaving comes to mind.

Sold for £80.00

Replied: 30th Jun 2009 at 14:44
Last edited by dostaf: 30th Jun 2009 at 14:58:04

 

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