Aruba Today (January 24, 2009)

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Saturday, January 24, 2009
Email: [email protected]: www.arubatoday.com Saturday, January 24, 2009
Remembering the birthday of Aruba’s National Hero
Sunday is Betico Croes Day
INSIDE TODAY ORANJESTAD - Gilberto François “Betico” Croes was born in
WORLD NEWS Santa Cruz on Januari 25, 1938. After his secondary education
on Aruba, he went to Holland to study at Hilversum Teachers’
BELGIAN RAMPAGE
Training College. In 1959 he obtained his certificate as a head
master.
When he came back to Aruba, he started teaching at the Sint
Jozef School and the Antonius College in Santa Cruz.
In 1967, the political carrier of Betico Croes started, initially as
a member of the Arubaanse Volks Partij (AVP). When he was
unsuccesful in taken over the leadership of that party, he broke
away from it. In 1971, he founded the Movimiento Electoral di
Pueblo (MEP). Since the founding of that party till his death, he
has been president and party leader. However, he has never been
a deputy in the Aruban Island Government nor has he ever
been a minister in a cabinet of the Netherlands Antilles. He
did however have great political power as ‘consehero general’
(general advisor) of the Aruban coalition governments in which
Police officers patrol the scene
the MEP took part.
after a stabbing incident at a
As a politician, Betico Croes has devoted himself especially to
daycare center in Dendermonde,
Belgium, Friday Jan. 23, 2009. the self-determination of the Aruban people. In 1976, he took the
An unidentified man entered initiative to adopt an Aruban flag and an Aruban anthem. Croes
the day care center in Belgium and the MEP strived for a separate status for Aruba within the
and went on stabbing spree Kingdom of the Netherlands, independent of the Netherlands
Friday, killing two young Antilles. On March of 1977, on his initiative, a referendum was
children and a female worker
held (turnout 82%), in which the Aruban population declared
and sending 10 others to the
itself in favor of independence with a majority of 57%. Later
hospital, officials said.
on, it turned out to be the Status Aparte.
See INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Continued on Pages 2 & 3
SPORTS NEWS
Boat capsizes, 10 still missing
SUGAR’S SHOT

did not have any information a passing fishing boat and
about the illegal departure of authorities are “struggling to
at least 25 persons from the identify” them. “Two others
island early this week. managed to swim safely to
At least one body had been shore,” FoxNews reported.
found adrift in the seas up to A British Virgin Islands
early evening, according to spokesperson said: “Two of
U.S. Coast Guard spokesman the missing people are also
Ricardo Castrodad in a from the island nation off
FoxNews online post. Thirteen India’s southern tip where a
migrants, including two Sri civil war has lasted 25 years
Lankans, were rescued by and killed more than 70,000.”
Shane Mosley does a little
shadow boxing after the
weigh-in for his upcoming
ST. CROIX--A boat carrying crews are looking for possibly
boxing match against Antonio
mostly Haitian immigrants five men, three children and
Margarito of Mexico, in Los
from St. Maarten/St. Martin two women after the “flimsy”
Angeles Friday, Jan. 23,
capsized late Monday after and “grossly overcrowded”
2009. Margarito will defend
his welterweight title against hitting a reef off the British boat sank, according to online
Mosley, Saturday, Jan. 24, at Virgin Islands. At least ten news posts on Wednesday.
Staples Center in Los Angeles. people are still missing. The Coast Guard of the
See Sports Today British and U.S. Coast Guard Netherlands Antilles and Aruba
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Remembering the birthday of Aruba’s National Hero
Continued from Front Page escalated and Curaçao sent Croes successfully pleaded for
In 1977, when the MEP as riot troops to Aruba. The the Status Aparte for Aruba.
majority party on Aruba was Dutch government then began Betico Croes led the
excluded from the Central to recognize that the demands Aruban delegation during
government, Betico Croes of Aruba had to be taken very the decisive Round Table
called upon the Aruban people seriously, and they invited Conferences in February
to rise against the domination a delegation to come to The of 1981 and in March of
by Curaçao. The situation Hague for talks. There Betico 1983, where he succeeded in
obtaining the Status Aparte for independence of Aruba ten
Aruba as of January 1st, 1986. years later, on January 1st,
A condition from the part of 1996. Though Croes himself
the Netherlands was the total did not want an independent
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Saturday, January 24, 2009
Aruba at all, he agreed, in 1976. On March 18, the
hoping he could prevent the ‘Dia di Hymno y Bandera’
independence later on. That (Day of Flag and Anthem) is
clause was indeed erased in being celebrated as an official
1990. holiday. The day of birth of
Betico, January 25th, is an
In his rhetoric speeches, Croes official holiday too, ‘Dia di
stated that he would not be Betico’ (Day of Betico). The
afraid of martyrdom to achieve Nassaustraat, the main street
the ‘causa sagrado’ (holy in downtown Oranjestad, has
goal) of the Aruban people. been renamed after his death
Betico himself has been jailed to ‘Caya Gilberto François
when a weapon was found in (Betico) Croes’, in short the
his car; a conspiracy, he said. Caya Betico Croes. The square
He also was shot at by a police behind the Cas di Cultura
man during an election rally. (Cultural Centre) on the
Vondellaan, has been named
On December 31, 1985, at after him: “Plaza Libertador
the eve of the day ‘his’ Status Betico Croes”. There stands a Antique Shop Louis XV
Aparte took effect, Betico statue of him, another one is to
“Museum of Antiqueties” Rococo Plaza Tanki Leendert road 4A
Croes got into a traffic accident be found on the front porch of
in which he was seriously the house where he was born, Open Mon – Sat. 9 am –
wounded. He got into a coma in Santa Cruz. This statue Open Sunday 25 January 10 am – 1pm
and would never regain will soon be relocated to the
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Betico Croes is considered Betico Croes Museum that is
as the Aruban Father of now under construction at the
his country and is being central intersection in Santa
referred to by his supporters Cruz.
as ‘Libertador di Aruba The most famous quotation by
‘(Liberator of Aruba). Betico Croes is undoubtedly:
“Si mi cai na caminda, gara e
Croes was the advocate bandera y sigui cu e lucha”.
of the Aruban flag and the (If I might go under along the
anthem “Aruba Dushi Tera”, way, pick up the flag and go
which were both inaugurated on with the fight).
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Aruba’s Biggest Party Kicks off
ORANJESTAD - Aruba’s the month, giving everyone its most important Carnival
Biggest Party is a Month- the opportunity to participate representatives, the Aruba
Long Celebration Where and dance to Aruba’s most Carnival Queen. Aruba’s
Music and Colorful Costumes popular brass band, steel Tivoli Lighting Parade takes
Play a Central Role, Along band and roadmarch tunes. place on February 14 in
with Special Travel Deals for “Carnival is one of Aruba’s downtown Oranjestad and
Visitors. Aruba, the island most important and vibrant incorporates thousands of
with the highest repeat visitor celebrations,” said Gina tiny lights into costumes,
rate in the Caribbean, kicks Lopez, public relations road pieces and floats,
off the island’s largest month- director for the Aruba bringing an added dramatic
long party with the 55th annual Tourism Authority. “It is a effect to the extravagant
Carnival celebration, now great opportunity for both the display. February 18 marks
through February 24, 2009. local people and visitors to Aruba’s annual Tourist Night
Aruba’s Carnival celebration get involved in these exciting at Paseo Herencia, featuring
is a colorful event, during cultural events, giving visitors steel band music and some
which music and extravagant a true inside look into the of the best costumes featured
costumes take center stage. color, flare and enthusiasm of during Carnival.
The month-long festival the Aruban people.” Carnival’s biggest event is the
consists of street parties, The main attractions include 55th Grand Carnival Parade,
festive parades and creative events like the Carnival an all-day event, which winds
contests for locals and visitors Queen Election, which its way down city avenues to
alike. Parties are held in takes place on February 6, the delight of thousands of
various districts throughout where Aruba elects one of spectators. The Grand Parade
takes place on February 22,
and is filled with music and
festive floats and costumes,
in imaginative designs
and decorated with a wide
variety of colorful stones and
feathers, creating a unique
display. The parade starts at
11:00 a.m. in Oranjestad and
continues into the evening
hours.
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Terrific options at downtown
Matilde’s Business Lunch
and Enrique with Godelieve as
they pose for a picture together
with Patty and Doug Wilson
from Salisbury, Maryland. The
couple got engaged at Matilde
and they also threw their
wedding party there. Every time
ORANJESTAD - The brooch Garden Room), which evokes they are on Aruba they visit
that Anna Mathilda Oduber memories of a covered terrace the restaurant to relive these
wore during the last century, in the Mediterranean, or inside wonderful memories. Lunch
which misspelled her name, the restaurant, where one can chefs Patricia and Sandra pose
is the name of a most unusual choose round or square tables with a particularly enticing
restaurant on Aruba. Matilde to be seated at, with corners carpaccio sandwich and salad.
is a unique monument in seats two persons in an intimate A lovely black and white
downtown Oranjestad: a 19th setting, or four, five or eight. photograph of Aunt Matilde
century dwelling that has been Larger groups may be seated greets guests in the restaurant’s
kept into the same family for in The Pavillion – reservations foyer. 
centuries on end. Ms. Mathilda would be appreciated.
passed way in 1978, leaving The serving staff for lunch
her home to the seventh family consists of Sandra Bahaman,
generation. `Chez Mathilde Carolina Dirksen and bartender
Restaurant’ has been renamed Enrique Benavidez under the
`Matilde’ after an extensive spirited guidance of assistant
renovation, but it still offers the manager Godelieve Olibrice.
same excellent service, terrific A special mention should
food and unique ambiance as be made of the wonderful
it did when it opened twenty paintings that grace the walls of
years ago. Matilde: local artists like Danilo
Of course Matilde’s evening Geerman, Eefje v.d. Straaten
menu is superb, but don’t and a terrific painter called Luis
forget the Business Lunch: a Bareto are showing their work
quick lunch menu that can be on Matilde’s walls.
either a soup and sandwich or A quick mention of a special
a soup and salad combination. evening at Matilde, which
Priced at just $ 16.50 it offers is called `Timeless Classics
complimentary parking space Menu’ is in order. It is an
and a very distinguished ode to the signature dishes
and upscale option for lunch that have made Matilde into
meetings and group meetings. a culinary landmark: the
The three-course menu with Bouillabaisse de Marseille, the
weekly specials consists of Escargots Escofier, Tournedos
soup, a main course and dessert au Poivre and Crêpes Suzette.
for US $ 25.--; chef Linda Paul The Timeless Classics Menu
is open to any suggestions costs US $ 60.—per person,
or requests and will cook up with special white or red
a custom-made storm if so wine arrangements available.
required. Reservations should be made at
Seating is either in The 583-9200.
Pavillion (formerly the Pictured are staffers Carolina
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Aruba Tourism Authority
Discover the Radisson Aruba
And Marriott Aruba Ocean Club
With A Special Recognition
Saturday: Simply Perfect - Prime Rib
$19.95 per person plus service charge
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All You Can Eat Dinner Buffet
Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Vegetable of the Day,
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*Kids under age 12, one per paying adult.
Dinner Buffet: 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. ORANJESTAD – Recently the Aruba Tourism Authority had
the pleasure of honoring Mr. & Mrs. David James and Patricia
• KIDS EAT FREE •
Markley as distinguished guests of this Island. Mrs. Mandy
Not valid with any other offers.
Lopez, PR Liaison for Aruba Tourism Authority handed out the
certificate in presence of Mrs. Lilian Britten, Director of Room
Operations and also Mrs. Gail Saheet, Executive Secretary of
Nightly Special: Fine Dining Marriott Aruba Ocean Club and thanked everyone attending on
behalf of the Aruban government for their continuous support
USDA Prime Beef, Fresh Seafood and Spa Cuisine
of Aruba.
Voted “2007 Best Restaurant in the Caribbean”
AAA 4-Diamond & Wine Spectator Award Winner They were happy with the recognition and expressed that they
are captivated with our island and especially with the loving and
Choose from indoor art deco ambiance or open-air terrace dining.
courteous people. They also pointed out that they have visited
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Aruba. Congratulations go to the couple and also the staff of
Marriott Aruba Ocean Club for the excellent work.
The Larimar Spa at the Radisson Aruba features nine
beautifully appointed treatment rooms, offering a full
menu of services including advanced skin care
therapies, therapeutic and integrated massages,
exfoliating, nourishing and detoxifying body treat-
ments including body polishes and wraps, and a
full-service salon...all certain to ensure your return
to indulge time after time.
• Massages • Salon Services
• Body Treatments • Gift Certificates
• Facials/Skincare
Open Daily 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For appointments, call 526.6053
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Martini Bar
Our outdoor lounge perched atop cascading waterfalls and
open to sun, stars and cooling breezes. Liquid pleasures
await…premium vodkas, scotches, cognacs,
and tequilas - or choose from our Martini Madness menu.
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NARSC meets and celebrates at Westin
PALM BEACH – The NARSC
has held five meetings here in
Aruba, and has just concluded
its last conference at the
Westin Resort. NARSC’s
officers commended both
the staff and management of
the Westin on their excellent
and professional work. “ The
service is absolutely fantastic
here, that’s why we keep
coming back”, an NARSC
official said.
Since it’s inception in 1969, and regulators, act as liaison information, and provides
NARSC has been furthering between various associations, practical assistance that help
opportunities for owner supplies vital training and businesses grow.
and Iron Workers alike – in
strong partnership with the
International Association of
Bridge, Structural, Ornamental
an Reinforcing Iron Workers
and its local unions. They are
an organization dedicated to
reinforcing the industry as a
whole, raising the bar so to
PERLE DOR DIABIERNA
speak. To that end NARSC
defends the industry’s
interests before Congress
Experience authentic regional ambiance
every Friday evening at Pam-Pam Café
florins ($3.50) in Aruba, is found only at their
If you are looking for establishment and which they
Pam-Pam Café, located out Perle D’Or. They and their the “real deal” in Caribbean have dubbed their “Gourmet
in the charming Perle D’Or dance troupe put on a show of the entertainment and ambiance Meal.” A grill and a collection
Resort in Bubali, is the place exotic Zouk, originating from the and a chance to rub elbows of the freshest of ingredients for
to be on Friday evenings for a French islands of Guadeloupe with islanders, schedule Pam- the various dishes ordered are
great taste of regional music, and Martinique, and inspiration Pam Café as your Friday night assembled tableside, and patrons
dance, food and hospitality, as for the Brazilian Lambada. If entertainment! prepare the food themselves,
proprietors and hosts Nico and their sensual movements inspire controlling their preference
Monique van de Borne welcome any audience members, they can Pam Pam restaurant of seasonings and garnishes,
guests for their weekly “Latin sign up at Pam-Pam for private First-time patrons will be along with degree of doneness,
Night.” dance lessons from the Pachanga pleasantly surprised by an providing a unique and personal
Pam-Pam Café is crew, which also teach Salsa and appealing a la carte menu that is taste treat. It is suggested that
situated in a delightful tropical Merengue. quite affordably priced, and main reservations for this singular
setting that is the perfect In addition to the island other choices) and cocktails are courses,(25) which are priced dining experience be made one
backdrop for a show by 2002 music and dance, reasonably available throughout the evening. between $13 / $22. day in advance.
World Salsa Champions Janice prices snacks (10.50 in Arubian From 11 PM until closing time, Pam-Pam’s house When you want to see restaurants
and Oslin Boekhoudt, who run florins ($6) for an Assorted Snack Pam-Pam offers a special on top specialty is a unique method of menu, visit: www.visitaruba.com
their Pachanga Dance School Platter or Buffalo Wings among shelf whiskey for only 6 Aruban preparation, which presently, Phone; 5877710 or 5932660
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Al fresco dining is designed
which runs along the complete menu for you to choose from.
with a chicly rustic feel.
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Get ready for a close and personal
encounter with huge, prehistoric birds!
The Aruba Ostrich Farm invites you
to meet these unique birds and learn
more about their behavior, natural in-
stinct and maybe even stand on its
enormous eggs. Our Savanna Lodge
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At the Crystal Theater
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
“Havana Dance,” is the hottest Cuban show on the island
dance.
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Tuesday, June 21, 2005
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Saturday, January 24, 2009
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