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5th September 2022, 07:11 AM
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Re: The true cost
The only pub that should have its name changed for false advertising is “ The pub with No beer “ . JS
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5th September 2022, 08:30 AM
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Re: The true cost

Originally Posted by
happy daze john in oz
UK pubs across the land have for ever had some odd names.
Many come from things that may have happened in the past, for example the 'Royal Oak' said to be a tree where Charles 1 hid from the roundheads.
Now when out on Suday drives we even see the trucks loaded with sheep or cattle and I know where they are going, not a nice feeling.
I was once berthed alongside a slaughter house in Lagos; the buildings were laid out in a rough square shape around a central open space, with some of the buildings facing inwards with big openings for windows; the slaughter process appeared to be several guys in wellies chasing the unfortunate animal with axes.
at night they held a disco in one of the buildings, no takers from anyone on board though.
They also had a "canteen" there
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5th September 2022, 08:34 AM
#53
Re: The true cost
Morning tony did you by chance hear anymore about the beast who set the dog on fire .......cheers r683532
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5th September 2022, 10:37 AM
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Re: The true cost

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cappy
Morning tony did you by chance hear anymore about the beast who set the dog on fire .......cheers r683532
Nothing so far Cappy, just gossip. Apparently the owner has received about £10K so far in donations towards the vets fees.
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5th September 2022, 10:48 AM
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Re: The true cost

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tony taylor
nothing so far cappy, just gossip. Apparently the owner has received about £10k so far in donations towards the vets fees.
jeez tony is that poor animal still alive.....or has it gone over the rainbow bridge......thats the name our vet calls a passing anyway ....regards cappy
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5th September 2022, 12:17 PM
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no Cappy, it was put down to relieve its suffering, as there was no hope of recovery. The bill I believe was several thousands as it was sent to that referral vets down near Sedgefield; I believe any remaining balance will be donated to charity.
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5th September 2022, 05:28 PM
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hi tony #52
good evening, i dont think that was a slaughter house as it sounds like a shebeen, that serves food.
tom
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5th September 2022, 05:56 PM
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thomas michael
hi tony #52
good evening, i dont think that was a slaughter house as it sounds like a shebeen, that serves food.
tom
sounds like bettys bar in glasgow.....think a bloke from perf had a share in it....
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5th September 2022, 06:06 PM
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hi cappy #58
good evening, well i think your correct about him, i suppose if he was back over here, he would be selling shares in gloves and mittens this winter, a pound an hour for a warm.
tom
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5th September 2022, 10:01 PM
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Talking about The Slaughter House, Fenwick st Liverpool. the-slaughter-house-liverpool.jpg had a few pints in here over the years. Even had a job interview once for a job with the girl that worked for Silver Marine services. German Chemical carrier. Plan was 6 weeks main engine overhaul. While vessel was alongside loading or discharging crack on and do what time allowed. Great money 12000 Dutche Marks a month.
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