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Two
petitions: to remove and to save a pub's name in Abingdon
This NEWS item is simply to alert members to the petition and now
a counter petition. After 45 years since the sad closure of the
MG Factory in Abingdon, the awareness of MG as a major contribution
to the town's heritage may
be fading a little, but surely the major
contribution is the design and production of MG sportscars loved
around the World.
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Counter petition to preserve the historic name of the pub
News of this counter petition has come in which
has been launched by Sammie Rhodes who feels the pub,
named after a car made by MG, is part of the history of our
town. It's more than just a name; it represents our shared heritage
and community spirit. The public house has been a cornerstone
of our local community for decades, serving as a gathering place
for residents and visitors alike. Its name pays homage to an
iconic car model that was once manufactured in our town - an
important piece of our local history that should not be erased
or forgotten.
See
the change.org website |
Local
petition launched to change the name of a pub in Abingdon
Andrew Collins has seen an article in his local newspaper, the
Oxford Mail, about a petition calling for the 'offensive' name
("The Midget") of a pub to be changed. Andrew says
"you may be aware of a pleasant pub in Abingdon called
The Midget. We have used it on occasions as a destination for
Abingdon Works Centre events, and they have a modest collection
of MG memorabilia. Well now a group has launched this petition."
See
Oxford Mail article |
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