Bzzzz Posted February 21, 2020 Share Posted February 21, 2020 Come on everyone let's get on this, its OURS!!! Its OUR history and it tells the world who gave the world fitba.... Let's get on it, £1, £2, a pint... just do it... it's a belter, no... it's beautiful. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/repair1sthampdenmural https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=652653692161803&id=169399850487192 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCTA Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 (edited) Donated 40 quid. 👍 It’s an absolute travesty why our authorities are not behind this. A bloody sin that we could genuinely have proof of our contribution to World fitba’ and the powers that be don’t give a fuck. For anybody who whines about historic jerseys, classic World Cup games or just memories of old stadiums then waken up and see that we have some real history here that gave the World all of the aforementioned. Edited February 22, 2020 by WCTA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catchart Circle Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 A serious question. The choice of match depicted on the mural of the 1882 fixture has always puzzled me. It was by no means the first time Scotland had played at the first Hampden which was back in 1878. The result then - 7-2 in Scotlands favour - was at least ass impressive as the 5-1 victory and there was also a 5-4 win in 1880. We never actually lost to the Auld Enemy at that stadium so can someone explain the choice of the 1882 game being showcased? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Pete Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 29 minutes ago, Catchart Circle said: A serious question. The choice of match depicted on the mural of the 1882 fixture has always puzzled me. It was by no means the first time Scotland had played at the first Hampden which was back in 1878. The result then - 7-2 in Scotlands favour - was at least ass impressive as the 5-1 victory and there was also a 5-4 win in 1880. We never actually lost to the Auld Enemy at that stadium so can someone explain the choice of the 1882 game being showcased? Isn’t it something to do with Andrew Watson? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catchart Circle Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 1 hour ago, Texas Pete said: Isn’t it something to do with Andrew Watson? Possibly as Watson is depicted in the mural. Always assumed the point was to highlight the site of the first Hampden though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted February 22, 2020 Author Share Posted February 22, 2020 7 hours ago, Catchart Circle said: Possibly as Watson is depicted in the mural. Always assumed the point was to highlight the site of the first Hampden though. Yes, main thing is the first Hampden but there is SO much history attached to it! Watson was part of the Scotland team at the time and captained us too! a real pioneer of his time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Pete Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 I don’t want to be a merchant of doom or anything but if the mural is restored what’s to stop it being defaced again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catchart Circle Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 15 hours ago, Bzzzz said: Yes, main thing is the first Hampden but there is SO much history attached to it! Watson was part of the Scotland team at the time and captained us too! a real pioneer of his time! Appreciate that Watson - one of the players featured - played in the 5-1 game. Still doesn't explain why this result was chosen. For me it should have been the first International played there which, incidentally, had a more impressive scoreline. Just curious as to what the thinking was behind the decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catchart Circle Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 13 hours ago, Texas Pete said: I don’t want to be a merchant of doom or anything but if the mural is restored what’s to stop it being defaced again? Tend to agree that the perpetrators will look upon this as a tit for tat challenge. Examples of similar graffiti can be seen all along the railway line from Central Station. Wouldn't be surprised if it was desecrated within a day of any restoration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrniaboc Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 13 hours ago, Texas Pete said: I don’t want to be a merchant of doom or anything but if the mural is restored what’s to stop it being defaced again? Education reform? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted February 23, 2020 Author Share Posted February 23, 2020 7 hours ago, Catchart Circle said: Tend to agree that the perpetrators will look upon this as a tit for tat challenge. Examples of similar graffiti can be seen all along the railway line from Central Station. Wouldn't be surprised if it was desecrated within a day of any restoration. We will make sure it and we are well prepared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thplinth Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 21 hours ago, Texas Pete said: I don’t want to be a merchant of doom or anything but if the mural is restored what’s to stop it being defaced again? 8 hours ago, Catchart Circle said: Tend to agree that the perpetrators will look upon this as a tit for tat challenge. Examples of similar graffiti can be seen all along the railway line from Central Station. Wouldn't be surprised if it was desecrated within a day of any restoration. Sadly agree. I would imagine it was targeted by someone with an anti Scotland mentality. This will be defaced over and over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thplinth Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 On 2/22/2020 at 10:43 AM, Alan said: I have a suspect. Radicalised from.the internet. From the guy who makes his whole identity on here anti scotland. Bzzzz min... looks like it was inside job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted February 23, 2020 Author Share Posted February 23, 2020 1 minute ago, thplinth said: From the guy who makes his whole identity on here anti scotland. Bzzzz min... looks like it was inside job. 😂😂😂 cannae see it somehow 🤩😂 Well, it wisnae me anyway! 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catchart Circle Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 9 minutes ago, thplinth said: Sadly agree. I would imagine it was targeted by someone with an anti Scotland mentality. This will be defaced over and over. I'm not convinced it was anti Scottish as similar grafitti can be seen the length of the railway line. Unfortunately the publicity could be counter productive as not only can their handiwork be seen by rail passengers it has also been highlighted in the newspapers. These people thrive on publicity and exposure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thplinth Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 Bordering onto railway tracks as well... (i.e the thieves highway). Economically speaking you have no chance of preventing this happening again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 On 2/23/2020 at 9:23 PM, thplinth said: From the guy who makes his whole identity on here anti scotland. Bzzzz min... looks like it was inside job. I have donated twice so in message board logic I am a bigger fan than you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted February 25, 2020 Author Share Posted February 25, 2020 On 2/23/2020 at 9:26 PM, Catchart Circle said: I'm not convinced it was anti Scottish as similar grafitti can be seen the length of the railway line. Unfortunately the publicity could be counter productive as not only can their handiwork be seen by rail passengers it has also been highlighted in the newspapers. These people thrive on publicity and exposure. True, but we will be putting up some pretty substantial measures to try and avoid repeat attacks. No point asking for funding for something that could just happen all over again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted March 1, 2020 Author Share Posted March 1, 2020 BOOM!!!! We've done it! Well done and thanks to all those that donated! Can't wait to get going with the repair work! We are going to keep the crowwdfunder open until the Play Off, the more we raise the better protected it will be!!! Watch this space! https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/repair1sthampdenmural Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanderer Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 (edited) Excellent night at the TASA quiz night last night 👍 £527 raised from a fantastic night which went very well (if I do say so myself....) of which £200 went towards the restoration of the mural and the rest towards TASA which every penny of will go straight to future donations. Hopefully the first of many events at a fantastic and historical venue Edited March 14, 2020 by wanderer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted March 15, 2020 Author Share Posted March 15, 2020 23 hours ago, wanderer said: Excellent night at the TASA quiz night last night 👍 £527 raised from a fantastic night which went very well (if I do say so myself....) of which £200 went towards the restoration of the mural and the rest towards TASA which every penny of will go straight to future donations. Hopefully the first of many events at a fantastic and historical venue Agree 100%, well done fella! a great night indeed! Fingers crossed many more to come ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim Jim Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 You going for a statue now? https://www.thenational.scot/sport/18545718.there-andrew-watson-statue-george-square-story-scotlands-black-football-pioneer/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted June 28, 2020 Author Share Posted June 28, 2020 On 6/27/2020 at 10:41 AM, Grim Jim said: You going for a statue now? https://www.thenational.scot/sport/18545718.there-andrew-watson-statue-george-square-story-scotlands-black-football-pioneer/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim Jim Posted June 28, 2020 Share Posted June 28, 2020 18 minutes ago, Bzzzz said: I hope you are considering a true Scots-Guyana medium for the sculpture then. It should be carved from black treacle, made from Demerera sugar and condensed milk 😋 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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