President Sophin Thepjug with the delegation
from the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association brings birthday
flowers to Pattaya Mail.
A little over 3 years ago, the ever expanding Pattaya had an unfulfilled
need. With its growing expat community and burgeoning tourist industry,
the time had come for someone to step forward and become the voice of
the people.
In the beginning of July 1993, the first issue of Pattaya Mail hit the
newsstands and became the first English language newspaper on the
Eastern Seaboard. Unlike the other publications in town, which all serve
a useful purpose in their own right, Pattaya Mail didn’t want to be just
another tourist oriented book of advertisements. Instead, Pattaya Mail
sought to be a true newspaper; one that would print actual news, sports,
and features within its pages.
H.E. Rangjit Gupta Indian Ambassador to
Thailand with his wife were guests of honour at the reception.
During the past three years, Pattaya Mail has grown to be an integral
part of society by sticking to its principles. Still in its infancy,
Pattaya Mail looks forward to many more years of public service.
On Sunday night, October 6, 1996, Pattaya Mail celebrated three years of
success with its third anniversary party at the Grand Sole Hotel. A
veritable who’s who in Pattaya turned out for the festive occasion full
of good food, congratulatory speeches, and award presentations, along
with good fun and dance.
Miss Thailand World cuts loose with friends
from India.
The list of dignitaries included; Santsak Ngarmpiches, owner of the
Grand Sole Hotel, whose generous sponsorship made the party possible,
Pattaya Mayor Pairat Suthithamrongsawat, Master of Ceremonies Chanyudh
Hengtrakul, Miss Thailand World Sirinya Winsiri, Mr. Thailand World
Derek Sirisamphan, and of course Chief Editor and Founder of Pattaya
Mail Pratheep Malhotra.
After the food was finished and the speeches done, certain people who
have distinguished themselves for the services they have provided to the
community in Pattaya were presented with deserving awards.
Somporn presents Amorn Malhotra with a
exquisite portrait of H.M. King Rama V.
The first award of the evening went to Police Lt. Col. Somsak Wannawak,
former Chief Inspector of the Tourist Police (picture 1). He was awarded
for his outstanding human relations, for not only has Colonel Somsak
fulfilled his duties as a police officer, but gained the love and
respect of his subordinates and the public in general.
Mrs. Pranee Maneesarn, Director of Pattaya School #3 (picture 2), was
awarded for her work in education. She was praised for her innovation
and her upgrading of educational standards.
Acharn Aurora Sribuaphan (picture 3) was lauded for her work at the
Redemptorist Center and School for the Blind. In mythology, Aurora is
the goddess of the dawn and the bringer of the first light of morning.
We can think of no more suitable name for this woman who has made light
dawn in many lives which otherwise would have been doomed to darkness.
Alios X. Fassbind, or “Mr. Pattaya”, (picture 4, accepted by Jonathan
Wilson) was awarded for his being instrumental in bringing major world
events and conventions to Pattaya. He is also deeply involved in
community projects. It was through his influence that a hospital wing
was built and equipped at the Home for Senior Citizens in Banglamung.
Local reporters enjoy the party.
Newsman Boonleua Chartree (picture 5) was awarded “Outstanding
Journalist” for being a model of ethical and incisive journalism.
The awards ceremony ended with kudos for Sutham Phantusak (picture 6,
accepted by Eddie Buddhani) for his outstanding contributions to the
tourist industry in Pattaya.
Perhaps further awards for patience should have been given to Miss
Thailand World Sirinya Winsiri (picture 7), and Mr. Thailand World Derek
Sirisamphan (picture 8) for their tireless attention to the many
requests made on them. They posed for literally hundreds of pictures as
most everyone at the party wanted the honor of being seen with these two
attractive celebrities. Both gave thank you speeches in flawless
English.
Miss Thailand World feeds Santsak
Ngarmpiches with a piece of cake.
Once the awards ceremony was finished, the happy revelers were
entertained by a group of dancers from India, then were able to dance
themselves while being serenaded by spirited musicians.
Pattaya Mail wishes to thank everyone who made the party the success it
was. “The Mail” looks forward to many more anniversary celebrations in
the years to come.
Miss Thailand World cuts the birthday cake.
Pratheep Malhotra, Editor of Pattaya Mail
gives an engaging speech.
MC Chanyudh Hengtrakul enthralled
the party-goers with his engrossing style.
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