User talk:Dante Alighieri/Archive 5

Archived talk: Clovis et al., AE/BE issues (french fries), Archive 1, Archive 2, Archive 3, Archive 4, Archive 5.

meteorite image
Hi Dante! I'm wondering about the caption on Image:Nickel-Iron-Meteorite-Slice.jpg on the commons and at Meteorite. It claims that it shows Widmanstatten structure, but I can't see it at all. A Widmanstatten pattern should look something like that at this link. Have a good day! Deuar 11:12, 1 December 2005 (UTC)
 * The plaque may well have been wrong, it's not unusual :-) Another possibility that just came to my mind is that the sample has rusted (hence the funny colour!), and that's why you can't see the pattern any more. Deuar 12:10, 2 December 2005 (UTC)

Questionable anon editor
I'm not sure what should be done about somebody who edits from 203.109.157.88 The Albert Schweitzer article has been subjected to allegations of racist behavior on Schweitzer's part, allegations that are uncited and, as far as I know, totally unjustified. The article has been reverted several times already. Checking the "contributions" I see the same pattern in regard to other articles. Probably the person needs to be watched. P0M 22:01, 1 December 2005 (UTC)
 * Actually, no special reason I asked you. I started looking around for appropriate things to do, found a suggestion to contact an admin, a lists of admins, and noticed a familiar name. I wouldn't have bothered anybody, but this particular individual seems to have a real animosity on some subjects, seems not to be someone with whom I might have a productive discussion. So I thought that if I got the information to you it would at least get forwarded to the right place. I will in any event keep an eye on Schweitzer, one of my favorite people, and continue to revert. But this guy gets around to at least one other article too. Thanks. P0M 08:28, 2 December 2005 (UTC)

Topaz
I removed the Mystic Topaz material because it seemed like advertising. I replaced it with a more generic description of the manufacturing process they use. Maybe it might be better to add it in the "external links"? Anyway, if you think my decision was made in error, by all means go ahead and revert it. flowersofnight (talk) 00:28, 5 December 2005 (UTC)

Please check this fatal error
On Kamioka Liquid Scintillator Antineutrino Detector I found this on 12/4/05.

"Kamioka Liquid Scintillator Antineutrino Detector From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jump to: navigation, search FATAL ERROR: Thumb object NULL in Linker.php:504

The Kamioka Liquid Scintillator Antineutrino Detector (KamLAND) is an underground neutrino observatory near Toyama, Japan built to detect electron antineutrinos."

RPellessier | Talk 03:14, 5 December 2005 (UTC)


 * Problem is gone, sorry for the false alarm. RPellessier | Talk 15:02, 6 December 2005 (UTC)

Rename skeet
The as-is page refers to a slang term, which has caused a few links to point to the wrong article. Can you rename the pair of these so the slang term doesn't get the default definition? RPellessier | Talk 09:48, 13 December 2005 (UTC)


 * No need to hurry, I just fixed all existing links, but more are likely to appear. RPellessier | Talk 10:34, 13 December 2005 (UTC)


 * Perfect solution. Thank you. RPellessier | Talk 04:55, 14 December 2005 (UTC)

World Citizen userbox,
Hi, I noticed the message saying you're a World Citizen, I would like to invite you to add to your user page if you wish to proclaim it in a more effective way, and this template will also add you automatically to the Wikipedians with World Citizenship category. :) --Mistress Selina Kyle 23:54, 17 December 2005 (UTC)

I recently filed an AC case appealing the decision against me a year ago. In so doing I cited statements you made concerning my edits, particularly in our case you mediated long ago, in my defense. While I am confident I did not misrepresent you and did not imply you agreed with all my actions or anything like that, if you are concerned you should take a look and comment/correct if need be. Very Verily 22:11, 27 December 2005 (UTC)

Proposal pending at 9/11 conspiracy theories
I have officially proposed to split the 9/11 conspiracy theories article, with the two most in depth areas being moved to separate articles at Allegations of Jewish or Israeli complicity in 9/11 and Allegations of U.S. government complicity in 9/11. I feel this will help alleviate the problem of the main article being too large and allow these two distinct concepts to be discussed in depth separately. Further division may be in order in the future, but I feel this is an important first step. Please check out the discussion at Talk:9/11_conspiracy_theories. Thank you. Blackcats 04:53, 28 December 2005 (UTC)

Requested articles
Oh. My. God. What the hell did I do.. The only thing that I wanted to do, was adding Bløf to the list. I take it that I accidentally edited an older version of the article, which made it seem like I removed a lot of entries. I'm really sorry for the mess that I have caught, but thanks for making me aware of this silly, silly mistake. Soothing R  06:30, 5 January 2006 (UTC)

"Conspiracy theory" title neutrality proposal 2.0 voting has begun
See here and Title Neutrality. zen master T 20:20, 14 January 2006 (UTC)

Summary of mediation
Thanks for your offer, but yes the evidence was all up (and available) a year ago, and anyway I'm not bothering with much more than the initial statement, because the AC's history suggests it all but ignores the case's sub- and talk-pages. As for my chances, perhaps you've noticed that many arbitrators now regard "expressing dissatisfaction" with being banned as grounds for further punishment, so I wonder if I should have any faith in the process. Sigh. Very Verily 12:03, 24 January 2006 (UTC)

View from Spanish Bay
Hello Dante, would you consider moving your image "Image:View-from-Spanish-Bay.jpg" to commons? I would love to use it as illustration for my article in the German Wikipedia about Links Courses (Links (Golf)). TIA, --81.91.160.27 16:22, 25 January 2006 (UTC)


 * Just moved it... I have no idea why it was just in EN anyway, I always upload my photos to Commons nowadays. Oops. :) Also, if you want a photo for links courses, you may want to look at Image:Spanish-Bay-First-Tee.jpg which isn't as picturesque, but shows the first tee. Furthermore, that "View" image has been cropped, removing some of the green. If you'd like, I can upload the uncropped version. --Dante Alighieri | Talk 18:52, 25 January 2006 (UTC)
 * I already discovered that image and used it in the article Golfplatz, where the anatomy of a Golfcourse is explained. I used it for illustrating what a teebox looks like. Thanks a lot for moving the other image, I've added it to my article. If you need any specific Golf pics, just ask, I might have something. -- ulim, 22:30, 25 January 2006 (UTC)

Cartoon controversy
Did you forget to log in when you made that vote in the first column, or is some anon IP parodying your votes? --Dante Alighieri | Talk 22:58, 2 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Actually, I was logged in. I tried to sign my comment 3 times and it kept showing up as my IP. I don't know what the problem is. --The_stuart 23:00, 2 February 2006 (UTC)

Please refrain from making insulting comments
Perhaps you were not aware, but Administrator UncleG is a busy man, and I seriously doubt he has extra time to listen to somebody whine about trivial complaints. Im sure you are passionate about your concerns(as am I) but remeber to show Administrator UncleG all due respect. Thanks for your timepickelbarrel 01:07, 3 February 2006 (UTC)


 * Perhaps you are not aware but Administrator User:Dante Alighieri is a busy man, and I seriously doubt that he has extra time to somebody whine about trivial complaints. I'm sure you are passionate about your concerns (as I am) but remember to show Administrator User:Dante Alighieri all due respect. Thanks for your time. --Dante Alighieri | Talk 01:11, 3 February 2006 (UTC)

post from مبتدئ
thank you for welcomming me. i m a sysop in the arabic wikipedia. With reference to the discussion: i think the hole poem is offensing and may be racist (i m sorry my english is not so good but may be you remarked that :-) thats why i m not sure). anyway thank you again مبتدئ 02:02, 3 February 2006 (UTC)


 * Hi!


 * That rhyme is not a poem, at least not a poem in grand shakespearean tradition. It is written, tongue in cheek, the same way the tough guys on the schoolyard bully the weak and the nerds. Calling it a poem is off limits.


 * mvh // Jens M andreasen

help wanted
Can I get you to help me with a mediation I'm conducting at Talk:Neuro-linguistic programming? I stepped in with an outside view and was immediately personally attacked. I need some administrator firepower watching my back while I do this. Also, since I'm planning on becoming an administrator once I have more experience on wikipedia, having one watch my first mediation attempt would be helpful knowledge for me. Swatjester 15:20, 3 February 2006 (UTC)

Blocking?
In response to the question you asked, violating Wikipedia's copyright policies is grounds for blocking, but the matter is contentious. Jkelly 23:56, 3 February 2006 (UTC)

slamdac
OK i will. But something needs to be done. I don;t like it when people try to impose their views on me (censorship). The vandals are bringing the whole system disrepute. But i accept that i am probably not helping! User talk:slamdac 0.22, 4 February 2006 (UTC)

Easy, there
Please don't call other editors trolls, even if you think they are. It doesn't actually advance anything, and will surely lead to bad blood. Thanks. -Splash talk 00:23, 4 February 2006 (UTC)

Hello
Thanks Dante for the welcome. I just recently (a month ago?) came upon Wikipedia and am amazed at everything (and I mean everything) thats on here. I'm sure I'll enjoy it here. --Ian.desouza 22:05, 7 February 2006 (UTC)

Penis Image
Regarding your request for speedy deletion of that picture, it is an image from Wikimedia Commons and any concerns should be addressed there, not here. --Dante Alighieri | Talk 01:27, 8 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Thanks for your message. Stifle 11:40, 8 February 2006 (UTC)

Bagel cutters
Originally the page said "Specialized devices have even been invented to allow for easy slicing of bagels without "squishing" them (a perceived "danger" when using a knife and hand, although most of these devices actually inflict more harm than hand-slicing)." I don't use a bagel cutter, but their purpose is to avoid the very common accident of slicing your hand or finger. It wasn't clear whether you were talking about the harm of imposed by the bagel slicer on fingers or the bagel. A mutual misunderstanding. And the slicer pictured looks like a very poor design.

My photos
Hi Dante! You serious?! Thanks! That's really encouraging - my site is www.photos.flagstaffotos.com (you can just click on the little www on my sig)

If there are any on wiki I haven't put online (I've tried to be a bit more selective, and a lot are to do with my local area as I don't ever think I'd get any orders outside my district!) just contact me and I'll upload them.

Thanks! --Fir0002 style="color:#C6CACC; background:#F8FCFF">www 05:28, 28 February 2006 (UTC)

Carmel-by-the-Sea
hello dante. im sure you were trying to be helpful with your parenthetic edit; however, not everyone calls it "Carmel" as you assert. Among others: the official name, the name used in history, the name required to be used by the city council, and the name used in much of the technical literature are all Carmel-by-the-Sea. you may also note that i have used Carmel elsewhere in the article in deference to the casual tourist. i feel strongly that your comment does not belong in the opening sentence. i have studied Carmel-by-the-Sea as an academic for forty years, have attended dozens of city council meetings and planning commission meetings, and feel i have a sense as to the appropriate lead sentence. i think its important to avoid wordiness in any intro, and in this case to use language that would not offend the townspeople and city council and to keep a sense of history in tact. besides, i think we should give more credit to the wikipedia readers as to the clarity of the article without your paren edit. i would be happy to discuss this matter further with you on my talk page or the talk page of Carmel-by-the-Sea. beyond all this i have a number of acquaintances, who are not steeped in the local culture, that, unprompted by me, call it Carmel-by-the-Sea ...best regards Anlace 01:20, 23 February 2006 (UTC) (moved from my user page, where I just now noticed it --Dante Alighieri | Talk 19:03, 3 March 2006 (UTC))


 * hello dante, yes i think we are at peace now about the way to state the name variation. sorry for my misunderstanding about the other person also editing the site. best regards, Anlace 19:44, 3 March 2006 (UTC)


 * dante thanks for instilling some perspective here. you have noble qualities :) regards Anlace 20:34, 3 March 2006 (UTC)

re: California clapper rail cleanup tag
Fair point - thanks for the suggestion, I'll try to do that in future. I guess I assumed that people would wait a few minutes before reverting a cleanup tag on the basis of WP:AGF (adding a cleanup tag is an unlikely thing for a vandal to do...) and the fact that it takes a little time to write a sentence or two. SP-KP 20:16, 3 March 2006 (UTC)

Pwn
I understand all of that, but right now we're just trying to prevent the addition of further unsourced content. While it may seem obvious to us that 0wn would be a more logical choice than pwn, it is still original research. &mdash; 0918 BRIAN &bull; 2006-03-10 01:24


 * I think you responded on the wrong talk page. &mdash; 0918 BRIAN &bull; 2006-03-10 16:05
 * Nevermind. &mdash; 0918 BRIAN &bull; 2006-03-10 16:06

Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday from a member of the Birthday Committee! -    nath  a  nrdotcom  ( T •  C  • W) 05:42, 10 March 2006 (UTC)


 * Happy Birthday!--Ali K 15:44, 10 March 2006 (UTC)

RAZR

 * well, i created the images, so i guess i could do the GNU free whatnot thing rite? --daunrealist 02:20, 14 March 2006 (UTC)


 * Sorry, what I meant was more so the latter one. I simply found pictures of each on the internet and put them into one document in MS Paint(the collagish one), and i found the others on the 'net. What license would I use to resubmit them? --daunrealist 03:05, 17 March 2006 (UTC)

Featured picture candidates/Typeset writing examples
It wasn't a fold but a tear that was mended. I've uploaded a fixed version. &mdash; 0918 BRIAN &bull; 2006-03-22 02:20

Featured_picture_candidates/Typeset_writing_examples
I have uploaded, and propose supporting the original, unmodified scan - historical significance. If you agree, please feel free to re-consider your vote. Greetings, --Janke | Talk 14:38, 23 March 2006 (UTC)

Re: Enigma cover art
Hi Dante, thanks for adding the info for the "Principles of Lust" single cover, wasn't aware of the art origin until you pointed it out there. :P Anyways, by all means do please upload the scans of the covers! Regards, Andylkl [ talk! 19:19, 23 March 2006 (UTC)

How do you split and maintain history?
I can split the Benelli article, but I don't know how to preserve their histories. If you can create 2 articles, one named Benelli (firearms), and the other named Benelli (motorcycles), I'll cut out the parts of each that don't apply. RPellessier | Talk 06:30, 26 March 2006 (UTC)

List of ethnic slurs
Hey Dante,

I've replied to your comments on the List of ethnic slurs talk page.

See ya',

Primetime 01:37, 31 March 2006 (UTC)

Patrick Stewart
I like the newer version of that parenthetical about the cartoon character much better - the original that I removed wasn't very clear that it was done on purpose. Sorry if I caused Wikistress by reverting you. -- stillnotelf   is invisible  13:07, 5 April 2006 (UTC)

Both sides of War of 1812
I sort of see your point but "either side" read to me even more oddly. I have tried a different approach, so what do you think. Dabbler 19:55, 6 April 2006 (UTC)

Version 1.0 "Release Version Qualifying"
Hi, I'm interested in your feedback on Wikipedia talk:Version 1.0 Editorial Team/Release Version Qualifying. It's essentially an idea to use a process similar to WP:FAC to identify and handle articles and lists that would go in a release version. Maurreen 19:42, 8 April 2006 (UTC)

London Eye FPC
I've uploaded and added to the nomination the 30 second exposure, which also corrects a sharpness issue in the left side of the frame. Diliff  | (Talk)   (Contribs) 16:29, 21 April 2006 (UTC)

WikiHangman Tournament
I am attempting to revitalize the WikiHangman Tournament. Seeing as the page has been around since last year, I have decided to contact all interested users ("interested" being defined as one who had added their name to the signup list) and see if they are still interested.

Which is why I am contacting you today. If you are still interested in the tournament, please bold your name in the signup list. And if you aren't, no big deal, just remove your name from the list. Thank you for your time, and I hope to see you there! — Ian Manka Talk to me‼ 19:59, 2 May 2006 (UTC)

What do you think so far?
This is what I have so far, I know the left side is wrong (I didnt keep the stripe above him). So far I wouldn't call it an FP.... -Ravedave 04:59, 3 May 2006 (UTC)
 * Speed is controlled by me, right now its at .25 seconds per frame, shoudl I make it .5 each from plus an extra pause on the last one? -Ravedave 17:52, 3 May 2006 (UTC)



pentacomia
you wrote in the pentacomia page that there are monir NPOV issues but you did not say more. can u plz come to pentacomia and say more about what u think is not NPOV?

thanx --Thameen 16:03, 4 May 2006 (UTC)

Comment
Don't tell me to Don't do that. Different ideas and ways of doing things are what makes this site great. Try being more open to other people. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.128.1.209 (talk • contribs)


 * Response on your talk page. --Dante Alighieri | Talk 17:42, 7 May 2006 (UTC)

The WikiHangman Tournament has started!
Hello! This is a reminder that you have signed up for the WikiHangman Tournament. Matches have started, and you must move* within the next 24 hours in order to not have your match being forefeitted. Your games are found here.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at my talk page. Good luck!

* "Moving" is defined as guessing a letter (if your first opponent has created their Hangman yet) or creating your Hangman to fit your word. Instructions for setting up the Hangman template is found here — Ian Manka Talk to me‼ 00:47, 9 May 2006 (UTC)


 * Hey, I've put up a guess, and a word for our first game. You have 24 hours to make the next move. If you don't want me to update you on the status of our games, just say so, and you will be responsible for making moves within the deadlines. — Ian Manka Talk to me‼ 00:21, 10 May 2006 (UTC)

Blank map of India
Hi! You've mentioned how you don't see how this is FP material on Featured picture candidates/Blank map of India. I've responded to your question there. (Secretly hoping that you might reconsider :)) Thanks and regards, =Nichalp   «Talk»=  16:59, 9 May 2006 (UTC)

The rules you throw around without following yourself
Wikipedia is not a battleground Every user is expected to interact with others civilly, calmly, and in a spirit of cooperation. Do not insult, harass or intimidate those with whom you have a disagreement. Rather, approach the matter in an intelligent manner, and engage in polite discussion. If a user acts uncivilly, uncalmly, uncooperatively, insultingly, harassingly or intimidatingly towards you, this does not give you an excuse to do the same unto them ("he started it!"). Either respond solely to the factual points brought forward and ignore its objectionable flavouring, or ignore the relevant message entirely. When a conflict continues to bother you or others, adhere to the procedures of dispute resolution.

Also, do not create or modify articles just to prove a point. Do not use Wikipedia to make legal or other threats against Wikipedia, Wikipedians, or the Wikimedia Foundation: other means already exist to communicate legal problems 2. Threats are not tolerated and may result in a ban.

How cooperative is an unexplained and threatening "Don't do that"

—Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.128.1.209 (talk • contribs)

Sorry...
The Y is in the last location. Sorry about that. — Ian Manka Talk to me! 23:18, 22 May 2006 (UTC)

WikiHangman Tournament
I've started up my half of what could be the final round of our match. It is found here. You must start your half within the next 24 hours, or you could risk a forfeit. — Ian Manka Talk to me! 20:24, 24 May 2006 (UTC)

Welcome to VandalProof!
Hi, thank you for your interest in VandalProof. I am happy to announce that you are now one of our authorized users, so if you haven't already simply download VandalProof from our main page, install and you're all set!

Please join the VandalProof user category by adding either: User:UBX/VandalProof (this also places the user box attached) or,   to your user page.

If you have any problems please feel free to contact me or post a message on VandalProof's talk page. Welcome to our team! - Gl e n   TC (Stollery)  02:32, 6 June 2006 (UTC)

Antelope Canyon
Hi. On wp:fpc, you wrote, "Not worthy as an Antelope Canyon FP..." in reference to my photo. Just curious, have you been to Lower Antelope Canyon? I'm not asking to stir up trouble... I'd just like to know as a data point. The only negative feedback I've gotten on that image on photography discussion forums has been from people who had never been there. Anybody who has tried to get a 'representative' picture in Lower Antelope comes to the realization that there is no 'representative' picture possible. It's like walking around inside an office building, trying to take a picture that is representative of the building as a whole. From the outside, Lower antelope appears to be nothing more than a narrow gap in the ground. From the inside, it's a long series of tunnel-like passageways, with an occasional "room" that widens out of the tunnels. Its character is quite a bit different than Upper Antelope Canyon, which is what most people think of when they hear "Antelope Canyon." -- moondigger 15:44, 9 June 2006 (UTC)

Wikipedia Hangman
Since CanadaGirl and tv316 have forfeitted on time, we still need one more player in the semifinals. Therefore, I've established a playoff between you and Mike Straw, found here. The playoff is only one round -- whoever wins the first round wins the match and the last spot in the semifinals. Good luck! If you have any questions, please see my talk page. Ian Manka Talk to me! 06:27, 24 June 2006 (UTC)

1 week block?
While was being a twit, a one week block? It's his first (unless he's a sock of some other vandal that I'm not aware of). --EngineerScotty 21:38, 27 June 2006 (UTC)


 * OTOH, (s)he appears to have gotten a new dynamic IP and is now doing the same thing as --EngineerScotty 21:48, 27 June 2006 (UTC)


 * I can't change the block length; I'm not an admin. --EngineerScotty 21:53, 27 June 2006 (UTC)


 * Also, could you sprotect FIFA World Cup 2006? The matches are over for the day, and it's getting hit hard by vandals.  --EngineerScotty 21:54, 27 June 2006 (UTC)

Semi-protection of 2006 FIFA World Cup
Since you are currently the last one to semi-protect 2006 FIFA World Cup – just to let you know, this topic has been discussed numerous times here, here, here, and here.

And as per WP:PPOL:


 * When a page like this one is particularly high profile, either because it is linked off the main page, or because it has recently received a prominent link from offsite, it will often become a target for vandalism. It is not appropriate to protect pages in this case. Instead, consider adding them to your watchlist, and reverting vandalism yourself.

Therefore, do not be surprised if the protection is lifted in a few hours, either by me or some other admin. Thanks. Zzyzx11 (Talk) 04:41, 28 June 2006 (UTC)

Hangman
Good match. Best of luck in the rest of the tourney.--Mike Straw 14:39, 3 July 2006 (UTC)

WP:WHMT
The next match has been given the green light for you to start. You will face FeldBum in match 6. You must create the first game within the next 24 hours, or you risk forfeitting the match. Good luck! Ian Manka Talk to me! 20:02, 8 July 2006 (UTC)


 * I started one game. -- FeldBum 13:07, 9 July 2006 (UTC)

Heermann's Gull edit
Done! You did a good job editing it, I didn't even realize that you has removed parts of the background! I cropped it more to improve composition, and down-sized it slightly to improve the sharpness. If you have any questions or comments, let me know! -- Pharaoh Hound  (talk)  19:40, 19 July 2006 (UTC)

Libya
Hello,

I'm very sorry. If you want to know the reason why I sent for you to look at the article, it was because you were part of one of Wikipedia's editorial teams and because... I know it sounds stupid... but because your name sounded Italian, even though I had my suspicions you were referring to Dante the philosopher. I thought that maybe you would be interested in helping edit the page for that reason as Libya is a former colony as well as friend of Italy. For all I know, you could be South African, Argentinian or Vietnamese!

As for wiping your comments from my talk page, it was because, yes, I did send the message to a few other people. FEW not tens of people. I felt if somebody was interested in editing the Libya page and saw that I asked others, they wouldn't attack it with the same urgency.

All of these acts are VERY out of my character. My only reason is, we all get a little crazy when we're so desperate for an article to become featured. Please don't be offended, you have every right to be angry,

My apologies again,

Regards,

--Jaw101ie 12:34, 21 July 2006 (UTC)