NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 3 THE GLEANER 190TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURE I WISH to extend congratulations to The Gleaner Company (Media) Limited on the occasion of its 190th anniversary. This remarkable milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of the ‘Lady of North Street’ and the immense contribution that The Gleaner has made to journalism in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. For nearly two centuries, The Gleaner has stood as a bastion of free speech, consistently striving to uphold the tenets of responsible journalism and relentlessly advocating for more open government. Its rigorous pursuit of transparency has buttressed Jamaica’s unbroken embrace of constitutional democracy. Its role in informing, educating and shaping public discourse has been an instrumental mechanism of accountability in our body politic and society. As a trusted source of news and information, The Gleaner has also been deeply connected to Jamaica’s march through the last two centuries, chronicling our national journey and the evolution of our society. In playing this unique historical role, it has provided a platform for diverse voices, fostering dialogue and understanding. This anniversary provides an opportunity not only to celebrate these achievements but to look towards the future. In our digital age the role of media continues to evolve, and The Gleaner will have to continue to adapt to overcome the complexities of emerging challenges. I have every confidence that it will do so, while remaining a pillar of journalistic integrity and excellence in which Jamaica can justly feel a sense of pride. Congratulations again to The Gleaner Company on this monumental achievement. May you continue to inspire, inform and serve the people of Jamaica for generations to come. MARK J. GOLDING, MP Leader of the Opposition Continue to inspire, inform and serve for generations to come for Governor General Sir Howard Cooke (left) on August 19, 1993 expressed the country’s gratitude to Pope John Paul II (right) for including Jamaica among the nations of the world which he had opted to visit. The governor general spoke at the Norman Manley International Airport, just before the pope left for Mexico. Also in the photo are Col Reggie Chin (second left), commanding officer of the third Battalion of the Jamaica regiment, National Reserve; and Commodore Peter Brady, chief of staff of the Jamaica Defence Force. FILE IMPORTANT HISTORIC VISIT
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