Friday, April 4, 2008
A New Editor...
It is my deepest regret to say that I am having to step down as editor of this fine and legendary paper. However, there are other aspects of my own little wizarding world that need my attention more at the moment. I am sure that whoever becomes editor will do an amazing job and you will be able to read your edition of the Prophet whenever you choose.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
The Montague Family
This is a special correspondence article.
Whilst the Family claim to trace their roots right back to the founding of Hogwarts, even going so far as to suggest they were the extended family of Salazar Slytherin himself, official records show that the self-proclaimed nobility of the Montague Lineage only dates back to around one thousand years ago. It is then that things become a little too clouded over and facts turn to speculation which turns to pure conjecture. Still, a thousand years is no mean feat even by wizarding standards.
Earliest records show the family residing in Normandy, in 1040, under an eccentric alchemist who went by the name of Drago. The most recent prolific entry in the Montague genealogy is Baron Montague of Beauliue, owner of a large castle and estate in America.
Some of you may remember the Montagues made an impact in Hogwarts a decade ago when one of them was the Slytherin Quidditch Captain, during that Inquisitorial chapter of the Ministry debacle. This particular young Montague even served on Umbridge's little team of insider students, the Inquistorial Squad.
And now, records show that Hogwarts is to have another visit from the Montague Family. Young Erasmus Montague, son of the self-titled Earl of Appleby* , Michael Erasmus Montague, and his wife Malicia Montague. Both were Slytherins in their Hogwarts days. So naturally the lad is expected to follow suit.
It is rumoured that the family, for whatever reason, is facing difficulties in having their son enrolled and sorted. The lad has been accepted into the school grounds but will take up residence in Hogsmeade while the paperwork is dealt with. This reporter wonders if the lads premature acceptance on the school grounds bears any correlation to a shipment of vintage magical Absinthe which recently arrived at the school. But of course one doesn't report such things as fact.
I'm Eliza Lott, leaving you to disenchant your own conclusions.
[*]
http://www.hp-lexicon.org/atlas/gazetteer/gazetteer-a.html#appleby
Whilst the Family claim to trace their roots right back to the founding of Hogwarts, even going so far as to suggest they were the extended family of Salazar Slytherin himself, official records show that the self-proclaimed nobility of the Montague Lineage only dates back to around one thousand years ago. It is then that things become a little too clouded over and facts turn to speculation which turns to pure conjecture. Still, a thousand years is no mean feat even by wizarding standards.
Earliest records show the family residing in Normandy, in 1040, under an eccentric alchemist who went by the name of Drago. The most recent prolific entry in the Montague genealogy is Baron Montague of Beauliue, owner of a large castle and estate in America.
Some of you may remember the Montagues made an impact in Hogwarts a decade ago when one of them was the Slytherin Quidditch Captain, during that Inquisitorial chapter of the Ministry debacle. This particular young Montague even served on Umbridge's little team of insider students, the Inquistorial Squad.
And now, records show that Hogwarts is to have another visit from the Montague Family. Young Erasmus Montague, son of the self-titled Earl of Appleby* , Michael Erasmus Montague, and his wife Malicia Montague. Both were Slytherins in their Hogwarts days. So naturally the lad is expected to follow suit.
It is rumoured that the family, for whatever reason, is facing difficulties in having their son enrolled and sorted. The lad has been accepted into the school grounds but will take up residence in Hogsmeade while the paperwork is dealt with. This reporter wonders if the lads premature acceptance on the school grounds bears any correlation to a shipment of vintage magical Absinthe which recently arrived at the school. But of course one doesn't report such things as fact.
I'm Eliza Lott, leaving you to disenchant your own conclusions.
[*]
http://www.hp-lexicon.org/atlas/gazetteer/gazetteer-a.html#appleby
Monday, March 10, 2008
Submissions Needed!
Ever thought you could make it by reporting on what those sneaky neighbours of yours get up to at 1 O'Clock in the morning???
Here at the Daily Prophet we do our best to keep you up to date with all the news within our wizarding world, however, it has come to light recently that submissions from readers are needed now more than ever! Think for a moment, have you ever fancied yourself as a writer?
Well send an owl to Taera Babii with any ideas for articles or submissions. You can out in anything! A story, a poem, 'A Day in the Life of...', absolutely ANYTHING!!! Get together with a friend and make a problem column, write a piece on your favourits household spell, or for you animal enthusiasts out there, write a zoological section!
We want to know what you want in the paper, and we want your input!
The Editorial Team.
Here at the Daily Prophet we do our best to keep you up to date with all the news within our wizarding world, however, it has come to light recently that submissions from readers are needed now more than ever! Think for a moment, have you ever fancied yourself as a writer?
Well send an owl to Taera Babii with any ideas for articles or submissions. You can out in anything! A story, a poem, 'A Day in the Life of...', absolutely ANYTHING!!! Get together with a friend and make a problem column, write a piece on your favourits household spell, or for you animal enthusiasts out there, write a zoological section!
We want to know what you want in the paper, and we want your input!
The Editorial Team.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Headmaster NOT forced to drink
Sources in Hogwarts have revealed that the Headmaster is NOT having a nervous breakdown, but more importantly he is not trying to escape from the pressures of his job by turning to drink.
“I know he got very drunk the other night,” said one member of the faculty, “But he is a great man and that was because he got the ingredients in his cough mixture confused. NOT at all because he is a broken man being driven insane by the endless torment of the Sorting hat!”
Another staff member commented, “The Headmaster does NOT drink himself into oblivion every evening, and is not found in a sozzled heap by the House Elves every dawn”
Representatives of the Ministry have confirmed that no one has approached them concerned about the Headmasters suitability for the job, however the Prophet does hope that the Ministry will step in and deal with some of the Headmaster's lewd behaviour if it seems necessary to do so.
“I know he got very drunk the other night,” said one member of the faculty, “But he is a great man and that was because he got the ingredients in his cough mixture confused. NOT at all because he is a broken man being driven insane by the endless torment of the Sorting hat!”
Another staff member commented, “The Headmaster does NOT drink himself into oblivion every evening, and is not found in a sozzled heap by the House Elves every dawn”
Representatives of the Ministry have confirmed that no one has approached them concerned about the Headmasters suitability for the job, however the Prophet does hope that the Ministry will step in and deal with some of the Headmaster's lewd behaviour if it seems necessary to do so.
Are you a Hogwarts Parent?
The Hogwarts Board of Governors is looking to select a set of parent Governor to join this, the oversight body of the greatest Wizarding School in the world.
The board of Governors, reformed after the 'Malfoy Knobbling Case', is made up of a representative of the Ministry, two faculty members, the headmaster, two parents and a student (usually elected by popular vote).
It is due to meet soon and is the final say on the running of the school and is the body responsible for the hiring and the firing of the headmasters.
Organising the whole thing will be Ministry official Danton Thirroul.
The board of Governors, reformed after the 'Malfoy Knobbling Case', is made up of a representative of the Ministry, two faculty members, the headmaster, two parents and a student (usually elected by popular vote).
It is due to meet soon and is the final say on the running of the school and is the body responsible for the hiring and the firing of the headmasters.
Organising the whole thing will be Ministry official Danton Thirroul.
Famed Advocate returns to Britain; Picks fight with the Minister Already!
After several years practicing across Europe, famed Wizarding Advocate and legalist, Sigmar Biedermann, had returned to Britain after several years away. Biedermann who earned much hatred after successfully defending several former Death Eaters during Wizengamot trials (including the amnesty to the Malfoy’s) has occasionally be called ‘You know who’s lawyer’- a name he does not much like.
“It’s a petty insult said by Ministry officials who hate what I do,” he quipped when asked by one of pour reporters about it.
“I prevent the Ministry from every making the same mistakes again. I prevent them from becoming monsters like Umbridge”
The wily old legal fox seems to have his eyes focused on one department (as always) the Department of Magical Law Enforcement.
“For the past twenty years Magical Law Enforcement has been on a war footing- the Aurors especially, who do a fine job, often over step the mark- they take on board powers they should not have. But I have heard that the current Department Head, Deadlow, is a VERY level headed chap. I am sure there will be no issues.”
But already he has issues with our Minister of Magic- “Kingsley’s a war hero and a great man- but being IN the war like he was has made him lose objectivity. He wants to publish the Death Eater files- there is no good that could come from that. All he will do is open up wounds that have only just healed.”
“It’s a petty insult said by Ministry officials who hate what I do,” he quipped when asked by one of pour reporters about it.
“I prevent the Ministry from every making the same mistakes again. I prevent them from becoming monsters like Umbridge”
The wily old legal fox seems to have his eyes focused on one department (as always) the Department of Magical Law Enforcement.
“For the past twenty years Magical Law Enforcement has been on a war footing- the Aurors especially, who do a fine job, often over step the mark- they take on board powers they should not have. But I have heard that the current Department Head, Deadlow, is a VERY level headed chap. I am sure there will be no issues.”
But already he has issues with our Minister of Magic- “Kingsley’s a war hero and a great man- but being IN the war like he was has made him lose objectivity. He wants to publish the Death Eater files- there is no good that could come from that. All he will do is open up wounds that have only just healed.”
The Captains Broom Line Up Announced
The Department of Magical Games and sports have confirm the full line up of events:
The Temple Bar Grand Relay: In teams of THREE (all teams must be registered before the event), set up in a relay- first team to complete the course wins.
The Duchess of Waterfords Liffey Bridge Challenge: One of the most difficult races in the Wizarding world- over and under the Liffey’s elegant bridges both up and down the Liffey- this race is not for the novice.
The Captains Grand Dublin Sweep: The most difficult race in the Wizarding World- contestants have to fly around Dublin at high speed, calling in at certain check points and doing specific tasks, all the while avoiding drowning, smashing into walls and killing Muggles!
The Temple Bar Grand Relay: In teams of THREE (all teams must be registered before the event), set up in a relay- first team to complete the course wins.
The Duchess of Waterfords Liffey Bridge Challenge: One of the most difficult races in the Wizarding world- over and under the Liffey’s elegant bridges both up and down the Liffey- this race is not for the novice.
The Captains Grand Dublin Sweep: The most difficult race in the Wizarding World- contestants have to fly around Dublin at high speed, calling in at certain check points and doing specific tasks, all the while avoiding drowning, smashing into walls and killing Muggles!
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