User talk:A Nobody/Archive 19

DYK for Jeffrey McClanahan

 * Fantastic! Thanks!  Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 04:15, 12 August 2009 (UTC)

revert
I have reverted your "merge" of the Hapan content to Star Wars galaxy. It placed inappropriate focus on the topic, and your copy-and-paste didn't address any of the sourcing or other WP:OR inherent in the article's underlying copy-and-paste from Wookieepedia. Per your WP:BRD "merge", I'll paste the content to the article's talk page for a discussion of what, if any, content is worth merging. --EEMIV (talk) 04:39, 14 August 2009 (UTC)
 * That is fine as I am not opposed to making it tighter and better referenced. Any help to that end is always appreciated.  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 04:41, 14 August 2009 (UTC)

Merger procedure
No comment on the merits of the merge, but this edit summary isn't sufficient for our licensing requirements. The steps at WP:SMERGE lay out what needs to be in the edit summary, namely the source page name. Some people prefer to add the oldid of the revision when they merge content that doesn't result in a redirect, but I don't actually know if that is necessary. It's not a big deal, but I figured you would want to know for future cases. Protonk (talk) 20:26, 14 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Yes, looking at the diff, you are correct; I accidentally forgot to include the link to the old page. Anyway, thanks for the heads up!  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 21:12, 14 August 2009 (UTC)

Proposed deletion of World domination


The article World domination has been proposed for deletion&#32; because of the following concern:
 * This article is strictly original research. No evidence is given that any of the real historical information is related to the topic of "world domination." No references are given for fictional "world domination", or that it has even been discussed in secondary sources.

While all contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, content or articles may be deleted for any of several reasons.

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the  notice, but please explain why in your edit summary or on the article's talk page.

Please consider improving the article to address the issues raised. Removing  will stop the Proposed Deletion process, but other deletion processes exist. The Speedy Deletion process can result in deletion without discussion, and Articles for Deletion allows discussion to reach consensus for deletion. Steve Dufour (talk) 02:07, 16 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Thanks for the heads up, but I am not sure if you are asking me to rescue this article or what exactly as I am not the article's creator? If I can help, let me know.  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 05:12, 16 August 2009 (UTC)

Article rescue contest 2?
What happened to WP:Article rescue contest 2, do you still want to do this? Ikip (talk) 22:10, 16 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Yes. The ball just did not keep on rolling, but if it can get some new momentum, awesome!  :)  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 22:29, 16 August 2009 (UTC)
 * It was your baby. I have my hands full already :) I am working on several projects. Ikip (talk) 22:33, 16 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Okay, but I cannot do it alone (invitation for help to all those watchlisting this page!). :)  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 22:34, 16 August 2009 (UTC)

Importing at Wikia
I imported Roman Harris to wikia:Homeandaway:Roman Harris. I removed the Wikipedia-specific templates and categories such as refimprove, as well as the infobox, because it didn't seem to copy over correctly. Does the Wikia have infoboxes for characters, etc?

It's the first one I've done. What is the plan for images? Matthewedwards : Chat  23:35, 17 August 2009 (UTC)


 * I do not believe they do, but no reason we cannot make them ourselves, no? For images, if they still count as fair use, I do not see why we could not import those as well?  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 23:01, 18 August 2009 (UTC)

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 * Thanks for the news! Best, --A NobodyMy talk 23:01, 18 August 2009 (UTC)

Thanks
Thanks for the message, though if you look at my user page, you'll see I've actually been around for quite a while. Anyway, the thought's appreciated. --NSH002 (talk) 23:10, 18 August 2009 (UTC)
 * You are welcome and happy editing! :)  Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 23:11, 18 August 2009 (UTC)

Proposed deletion of Mao Amin


The article Mao Amin has been proposed for deletion&#32; because of the following concern:
 * Sources notwithstanding, I cannot see any compliance with WP:MUSICBIO here. No record sales, no notable chart hits, and no notable awards. At best, it needs work to establish notability.

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 * Multiple reliable sources call her "the most famous pop star in China"... Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 00:31, 19 August 2009 (UTC)

Articles for deletion nomination of Mao Amin
I have nominated Mao Amin, an article that you created, for deletion. I do not think that this article satisfies Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion, and have explained why at Articles for deletion/Mao Amin. Your opinions on the matter are welcome at that same discussion page; also, you are welcome to edit the article to address these concerns. Thank you for your time.Please contact me if you're unsure why you received this message. Stifle (talk) 08:30, 19 August 2009 (UTC)
 * It seems to have already been speedily kept. Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 16:12, 19 August 2009 (UTC)

Thanks
Thanks for your participation in my recent RfA. I will do my very best not to betray the confidence you have shown me. If you ever have any questions or suggestions about my conduct as an administrator or as an editor please don't hesitate to contact me. Once again, thanks. ·Maunus· ƛ · 12:58, 19 August 2009 (UTC)
 * You are welcome, congratulations, and good luck! Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 16:13, 19 August 2009 (UTC)

You participated in the recent Avatar (Ultima) AFD. You may be interested in the merge discussion.
I'm contacting all those who participated in the AFD for Avatar (Ultima) about a merge discussion affecting that article Talk:List_of_Ultima_characters  D r e a m Focus  03:30, 20 August 2009 (UTC)
 * I think I commented in the merge discussion as well, right? Best, --A NobodyMy talk 05:40, 21 August 2009 (UTC)

Nice list of contributions, did you create that?
Nice list of hidden contributions, did you create that? Much better than your old one! Ikip (talk) 04:31, 20 August 2009 (UTC)
 * What do you mean? Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 05:40, 21 August 2009 (UTC)

Orphaned non-free image (File:PlayStation 2 Resident Evil 4 covers.jpg)
 Thanks for uploading File:PlayStation 2 Resident Evil 4 covers.jpg. The image description page currently specifies that the image is non-free and may only be used on Wikipedia under a claim of fair use. However, the image is currently orphaned, meaning that it is not used in any articles on Wikipedia. If the image was previously in an article, please go to the article and see why it was removed. You may add it back if you think that that will be useful. However, please note that images for which a replacement could be created are not acceptable for use on Wikipedia (see our policy for non-free media).

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 * Added to appropriate section of article, i.e. no longer orphaned. best, --A NobodyMy talk 05:40, 21 August 2009 (UTC)

WP:Article Rescue Squadron contest
Hey, I would like to have the newsletter done in 10 days, are you going to have the contest ready by then? Also, you need to add theContest info Ikip (talk) 04:31, 20 August 2009 (UTC)
 * I would like to if I have time, but I am only getting busiers... :( Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 05:40, 21 August 2009 (UTC)
 * I will nix it then. maybe issue 2. Ikip (talk) 18:48, 21 August 2009 (UTC)
 * I would like to see it done, but it just did not take off like it should have. I am of course open to ideas.  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 08:56, 22 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Please see: User_talk:Benjiboi maybe you can help Ben? Ikip (talk) 11:18, 24 August 2009 (UTC)

Evening - help request?
Hey Nobody. I know in the past you've asked me to repost the mini-essay I had on my userpage about deletionism. Well, I've gone ahead and updated it.

But that's not the actual thing I wanted. See, the article Recurring enemies in The Legend of Zelda series is under a mergism threat. There's a bunch of claims, but the one that most of the sources aren't third party is valid. I know you've got a real talent for sniffing out sources where no one else could - so if you get some free time could you see if you can drag up some good stuff? Thanks.

If you care to join the discussion about the merge, it's here. Mc JEFF  (talk)  08:25, 21 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Okay, I have watch listed it and added it to my userpage list of articles to work on. Specifically, I think I will see if I can find anything on general reception of enemies.  By the way, the below template on your userpage is so true!  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 16:41, 22 August 2009 (UTC)


 * Credit goes to User:Hobit. I borrowed it from him.  Mc  JEFF  (talk)  04:20, 23 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Well, bravo to Hobit! Best, --A NobodyMy talk 19:31, 23 August 2009 (UTC)

Mergers
Hi. I saw you at User talk:ThaddeusB. Coincidentally, I am collaborating with ThaddeusB on simplifying the instructions at Help:Merging. I noticed that you merged content from Federal Republic of Aurelia to Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception, but didn't tag the redirect with. I fixed it for you – keep in mind that the deluxe edit summary is my own style and isn't required. I see that you're using, which is great, but please be careful to set from and to correctly. I fixed those also.

On a separate note, I saw that you have merged a few articles while they were being considered at AfD: According to WP:Guide to deletion, "You should exercise extreme caution before merging any part of the article." Guide to deletion is not very active, so I've started a discussion at WT:Articles for deletion to see if this guidance is reflective of current consensus. Flatscan (talk) 05:06, 23 August 2009 (UTC)
 * WP:Articles for deletion/Todd Williams (The Young and the Restless), merge diff
 * WP:Articles for deletion/List of honorific titles in popular music (2nd nomination), merge diff
 * WP:Articles for deletion/Isola (fictional island), merge diffs:
 * I have commented there. Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 19:32, 23 August 2009 (UTC)

DYK for Mao Amin

 * Awesome! Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 13:39, 24 August 2009 (UTC)
 * The bot screwed up and this article did not appear; also, there is further discussion regarding this article at T:TDYK. Cheers, — Ed   (Talk  •  Contribs)  04:37, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

October newsletter
WikiProject_Article_Rescue_Squadron/Newsletter/20091001/Contest knock yourself out. Ben wants to do it too. This time, lets keep the conversation about the newsletter on the ARS talk page, so I won't miss anything. Ikip (talk) 02:00, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

The Article Rescue Squadron Newsletter (September 2009)

 * Well done and thanks for getting it started! Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 17:34, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

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 * Thank you for the update! Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 17:33, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

Addition to Sport Clips Stub Thank you for adopting me. I am proposing the following for additions to the Sport Clips stub and would like your input. I followed the parameters of another haircutter's Wikipedia page, but the first time I posted it, it was deleted. After making revisions, we're hoping this edit will stand. Thank you for your input.

Sport Clips additional information

Sport Clips stores feature a sports-themed interior with a big screen television in the lobby, televisions at each cutting station tuned to sports, and stylists dressed in sports attire.

The privately held company’s “unique” franchise concept has been highlighted in the Wall Street Journal [1] [2] [3], as well as other aspects of the company by major media outlets such as Entrepreneur Magazine [4], CNBC, the Associated Press [5], Franchise Times [6], American Salon [7] and Dun & Bradstreet’s AllBusiness.com [8].

Additional media outlets that have covered Sport Clips growth include the Austin Business Journal [9], Dallas Morning News [10], Modern Salon [11] and Franchising World and the book Franchising for Dummies [12] recognizes Sport Clips for its market niche.

Affiliations

Sport Clips sponsors Joey Logano of Joe Gibbs Racing in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. It is affiliated with several teams in the National Basketball Association (NBA), Major League Baseball (MLB), and National Hockey League (NHL). Sport Clips is also the “Official Haircutter” of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the largest contributor to the VFW’s Operation Uplink free call days program, and offers preferential pricing to veterans.

History

Based in Georgetown, Texas, Sport Clips was founded by military veteran, CPA, and MIT and Wharton School of Business graduate, Gordon Logan. In the early '90s, Logan recognized the potential and relative lack of competition in the men's and boys’ hair care segment. The first Sport Clips opened in 1993 in Austin, Texas and franchising began in 1995. Sport Clips expects to have 700 stores open by year end 2009.

Categories: Companies based in Georgetown, Texas Franchises Veterans VFW Operation Uplink Salons Health and Beauty Companies established in 1995

References

1. Gwendolyn Bounds and Raymund Flandez, “Why Running a Franchise is Getting Easier,” Wall Street Journal (New York, NY), June 25, 2007. [1]

2. Richard Gibson, “Chain Reaction,” Wall Street Journal (New York, NY), Oct. 13, 2008. [2]

3. Richard Gibson, “On Franchising: A Look at the Performance of Loans That are Guaranteed by the SBA,” Wall Street Journal (New York, NY), July 1, 2008.

[3]

4. Jennifer Wang, “Athlete Sees Potential in Sport Clips,” Entrepreneur (Irvine, CA) Feb. 1, 2009. [4]

5. Samantha Critchell, “Top Hairdressers Want to Give New Orleans a Makeover,” Associated Press (New York, NY), 2007. [5]

6. Matt Wetzel, “What Recession? Hair Biz’s Cutting Edge,” Franchise Times (Roseville, MN) Dec. 1, 2008. [6]

7. “Sport Clips Awards $30,000 in Scholarships,” American Salon (New York, NY) May 1, 2008. [7]

8. Carrie Brenner, “ Sport Clips: A Cut Above Other Franchises,” AllBusiness.com, 2009. [8]

9. Kate Harrington, “Moving at a Faster Clip,” Austin Buisness Journal (Austin, TX) June 14, 2007. [9]

10. Angela Shah, “Cut Out For Guys,” The Dallas Morning News (Dallas, TX) Aug. 23, 2007. [10]

11. “Sport Clips Puts Guests in Driver’s Seat,” Modern Salon (Chicago, IL) January, 2008. [11]

12. Seid, Michael and Dave Thomas. “Franchising Is More than Just a Food Industry.” Franchising for Dummies, Second Edition. Hoboken: Wiley, 2006. 27 [12]

13. “The Sport Clips Story,” SportClips.com, 2009. [13]

--DanaDBerry (talk) 17:02, 25 August 2009 (UTC)DanaDBerry (talk) 20:02, 24 August 2009 (UTC)DanaDB
 * That seems fine, but I would urge you to use the format around references and section headings as well. Notice how I have the reference section below, for example.  Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 19:03, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

List of Pulp Fiction characters
Are you trying to save the current version, or the previous version which was deleted down to a third of its original size by an editor who previously tried to eliminate it outright  with a redirect, and is now is in the AFD saying redirect? The current version isn't much different than the cast section at the main article.  D r e a m Focus  19:37, 25 August 2009 (UTC)


 * I am working on a rewrite that focuses on the academic and criticla reception as covered in such sources as this. Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 19:38, 25 August 2009 (UTC)

my RFA
Thank you for taking the time and the thought to reconsider your position. Although we do not always see eye to eye, we've always managed to act civilly towards each other and I wanted you to know I appreciate that no matter what the outcome of my RFA is. Beeblebrox (talk) 19:45, 26 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Thank you for approaching me about my stance in a reasonable and persuasive manner, i.e. not just jumping on me. Almost enough to make me go to weak support! :)  Anyway, I strongly believe in discussions we should be open minded and willing to switch from delete to keep, oppose to neutral or support, rather than just dig in, which is why I am always happy and willing to engage others and to be challenged myself.  Anyway, good luck!  At this point it will probably pass.  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 23:35, 26 August 2009 (UTC)

AfD nomination of Master Shake
An article that you have been involved in editing, Master Shake, has been listed for deletion. If you are interested in the deletion discussion, please participate by adding your comments at Articles for deletion/. Thank you.Please contact me if you're unsure why you received this message. Deor (talk) 00:48, 29 August 2009 (UTC)
 * I have commented, basically repeating what I wrote to TTN on Hobit's page (too much going on today to write anything new). Sincerely, --A NobodyMy talk 00:59, 29 August 2009 (UTC)

RfA
You should run; I'd be more than happy to nominate you. Cheers,  Dylan 620  (contribs, logs)help us! 00:49, 31 August 2009 (UTC)
 * Thank you for the offer; however, I think I would only run if over 100 editors signed User:A Nobody/RfA, i.e. if I knew I had either a realistic shot or if I know it would at least be encouraging. I am incidentally, already an admin on several other wikis and a bureacrat on one as well.  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 03:27, 31 August 2009 (UTC)

Essays
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 * Thanks for the update! Best, --A NobodyMy talk 22:29, 5 September 2009 (UTC)

J04n's RfA
I've left you a reply to your vote. Cheers,  Dylan 620  (contribs, logs)help us! 21:38, 5 September 2009 (UTC)
 * I have replied. Best, --A NobodyMy talk 22:29, 5 September 2009 (UTC)

DYK nomination of Hélène Deschamps Adams
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 * Okay, I have commented there. Best, --A NobodyMy talk 21:12, 6 September 2009 (UTC)

Good catch!
Fixed. One of those weird cases where you accidentally remove text higher up in the edit box. =) Cheers, –xenotalk 01:18, 7 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Indeed. :)  Best, --A NobodyMy talk 01:20, 7 September 2009 (UTC)