[Archived] Grandson of former player wants memorabilia back

[SIMON GARNERS 194]

What a crying shame..what have these 'people' done to our club.

[broadsword]

Without wishing to be picky that isn't what the article, and it's my only knowledge of the subject, states:

"In 1991, his family donated his cap and shirt from his only international appearance for Scotland, against Ireland in 1912, to the club.

They have been on display in the Ronnie Clayton Blackburn End ever since."

The family made the donation and the club decided to display the items in the BBE. I can understand why Paul Aitkenhead wants the items back but feel he's on shaky ground. For one thing 21 years have passed, granted for many years stable and happy ones, and it seems a bit late to change one's mind out of a dislike of the current regime.

If there is no contract between donor and receiver does that mean if I hit hard times I can ask charities for my regular contributions to be returned? Serious question as it would appear to have significant implications. Does one give or donate to charity?

I think you're making assumptions there Paul.

How would you know that the items haven't be lent to Blackburn Rovers on a perpetual basis on the understanding that they're for display purposes only?

I'd imagine a clerk to a chief justice would know where he stood legally if he had misgivings about what the current owners of the club might or might not do with those items that might technically still be owned by his family in the eyes of the law.

Let's not jump to conclusions based on what phraseology has been used in a local newspaper article.

I hope he gets the items back.

[perthblue02]

I hope he gets the items back.

I hope he does to but until then might be worth keeping an eye on ebay.in

[broadsword]

If you see a shield for sale, for winning 3 fa cups in a row, let me know.

Ditto if you see any boardroom panelling for sale.

"One manager's big book of tactics for sale, barely used ..."

[Stuart]

Poor response.

I'll give you a week to do you're research.

Otherwise I'll write you off as a no mark.

No worries. Start holding your breath... now.

[SouthAussieRover]

No worries. Start holding your breath... now.

Ah bless resorting to being a grammar policeman.

Hot on the heels of Im a better supporter because I live in Blackburn type post.

Goodnight Jiizzty.

[Amo]

SAR, is this your attempt at improving forum standards?

[perthblue02]

If you see a shield for sale, for winning 3 fa cups in a row, let me know.

Ditto if you see any boardroom panelling for sale.

"One manager's big book of tactics for sale, barely used ..."

[Jock]

Does anyone know what is safe if we should go into administration regarding fixtures and fittings?

Can Trophies and memorabilia be sold off, is the 'family silver' safe?

[Rovermatt]

I can't blame him. Venky's will soon start flogging everything that isn't nailed down.

[david_daft]

SAR, is this your attempt at improving forum standards?

I know, patronising and dull is never a good combination.

[SouthAussieRover]

I know, patronising and dull is never a good combination.

What have you actually contributed apart from two snide comments??

As for you Topman, evidence of how posters weigh in on a discussion between posters with a flippant comment designed to stir the pot.