50 Years On The Job
IVELAW Redmond is a living testimony that it is possible to stick to one’s job for half of a century and not regret it.
On March 19, 1939 Redmond, then a 16-yearold began working for Mr. Francis de Caires, on the recommendation of his grandfather. He was fired in the second week because he was caught lying his way out of a situation.
The next day he was told to return to work. That lesson taught him the importance of a good name.
Ivelaw recalls that working in Georgetown in those days was very pleasant. “I started out as an office boy. Most workers were older people whom I found nice to work with.”
The behaviour and attitude of today’s youths are a serious gripe of his because he finds them rude, discourteous and impolite. He contends that moral standards have dropped considerably and that the use of foul language is on the increase.
After fifty years Mr. Redmond is past the age of retirement. “It is time for me to leave but I have become part of the family. I am a shareholder in the company and I am also quite attached to my job.”
When he retires, Ivelaw plans to make a final trip to the U.S.A. for a brief holiday. He disclosed that he has travelled abroad extensively, but he never had the inclination to settle abroad.
The father of three and grandfather of ten, Redmond says that he has thoroughly enjoyed his life.
In his spare time he amuses himself by betting on horses and walking to keep fit.
Redmond is also a longstanding member of the Anglican Church.