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    Wilmot Breeden Limited

    Hello John, Thank you for your kind words. His dreams came to fruition, and he never stopped smiling. I'm sure I watched you play while sitting around the sideline. I would admit I really enjoyed the clubhouse. I wish you all the best, sir.
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    Wilmot Breeden Limited

    I forgot to mention. Ernie was a welder for Wilmot Breeden.
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    Wilmot Breeden Limited

    Thank you very much, sir. Yes, I was very close to my Dad. I still am actually. I have a photo of him on my desk and a cricket ball that I enjoy leaning back in my chair and tossing while in deep thought. God's country is not a bad place to be sir, given the craziness we are all dealing with...
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    Wilmot Breeden Limited

    Please to meet you, sir. Yes, the team trip you mentioned went to St Kitt's to play cricket. Ernie was a fast bowler. Great memories. I remember Cleo McCollin - an excellent player. Wilmot Breeden's cricket players were good sportsmen and a team of fine gentlemen. If I'm not mistaken, I...
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    Wilmot Breeden Limited

    My dad played cricket for Wilmot Breeden in the late 60s and 70s. He was a good player with an enchanting personality. When I was small, I recall Dad sporting a large winning cup with a big smile. He was a fast bowler, and his name was Ernest Fraser, also known as Ernie. He was friends with a...
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