User talk:JoeSperrazza/Archive 2011

Thanks for tiger balm
Hey, I'm workin on it. I was trying to revert as you did. Give me a minute please, unless you can fix it yourself. Try not to be so gung-ho about 'helping'. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 156.26.17.11 (talk) 19:23, 3 January 2011 (UTC)
 * What is it you're trying to fix? It was not obvious (for example, you provided no edit summary), or I would have gladly corrected the change.
 * Please remember to:
 * Put new posts at the bottom of talk pages
 * Sign your posts
 * Provide edit summaries
 * Assume good faith (had you provided an edit summary, it is likely someone, or myself, would have corrected it for you rather than reverting).
 * Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:33, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Before you edited this page, i posted again (on the bottom of your page) listing the problem. It is also now on the Tiger Balm discussion page, as I do not know how to properly fix it. 156.26.17.11 (talk) 19:40, 3 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks! I tried adding that brace in the sandbox, but it didn't appear as though it would work. Oh well, it's fixed so that's good for me! 156.26.17.11 (talk) 19:44, 3 January 2011 (UTC)
 * (Edit Conflict) See Talk:Tiger_Balm. Fixed. The timing of your talk page entry on the article came after my comment - apologies if I missed it otherwise. As for your comment added to the bottom of this page, I'm afraid an edit conflict interfered. All's well that ends, well, however. P.S. Please indent your comments using ":". Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:46, 3 January 2011 (UTC)

Archived discussion
Thanks for the updates. I hope you will alert me to everywhere that links back to User:Reisio in the future as well, very handy! :D Goodness knows I can't find those pages myself. ¦ Reisio (talk) 20:08, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * You are welcome. See Special:Contributions/Reisio if you are having the trouble you mention. Regarding the WP:SPI, I noticed you hadn't been notified, so I did so. I didn't make the report, and don't have a strong opinion on the issue. A very brief glance at the edit histories suggests that the reporting user may be mistaken. As for the Warning header on your talk page, see Template_messages/User_talk_namespace for its use, and use of warning templates such as I placed on your talk page earlier. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:14, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Like I said I appreciate it; I hope you'll continue to inform me of such things gratis for the foreseeable future.  As for the Warning header, that page doesn't appear to be policy, so I don't really care what it says (and even if it were policy, there'd probably be other policy contradicting it), but it is admirable that you were following some convention, I suppose. :)  Mostly I'm not interested in your warning because it's unjustified.  If you look at the preceding discussion on my talk page, you can see that User:EncMstr reverted me for approximately the same reason you did.  He asked me to give a summary, so I did (one he's personally used before).  If you didn't think my edit was a "cleanup", I'd hope you would explain why. ¦ Reisio (talk) 20:22, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Regarding the removal of the tag, if the article has not been substantially improved in terms of the issue (references), than removal of the tag is not cleanup. As I noted on the article's talk page, I don't see that the article has been improved in terms of references, hence my revert of your removal. Please continue this discussion regarding that article on the article's talk page, should you choose to continue discussion. Thanks JoeSperrazza (talk)


 * To me, a giant, redundant, and clearly ineffective box makes an article less clean. ¦ Reisio (talk) 20:30, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * While I agree it is less clean, a more productive approach, rather than searching for such boxes and removing them ("drive by removals") would be to improve the article. Leaving the box allows them to be in a category for those who look for such articles to improve. If you have knowledge of the subject, or the article has special meaning for you, why not lookup and add some references yourself? JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:36, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * I don't search for them, I merely remove the redundant and ineffective on a case by case basis, as I come upon them. If they take more than a year in their looking, I question whether they will ever find it. "If you have knowledge…", that's exactly what I'd ask RexxS . ¦ Reisio (talk) 20:40, 3 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Please use ":" to indent each entry. If you care to not follow that convention on your talk page, you are of course welcome to do so, but I prefer to follow the convention here. As to your comment, I believe we'd agree there is policy to be considered, and not just your opinion, namely:
 * The three revert rule.
 * Removal of maintenance tags].
 * I'm glad to have your point of view espoused here, but consider stating it earlier (e.g., in response to warnings on your talk page) and attempting come to consensus, not just redoing the removal (note: you reverted another editor's restoral of the tag in question before you reverted mine. I warned you about your first revert, and about removal of the tag, on your talk page). Cheers JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:48, 3 January 2011 (UTC)

Talk:List of TCP and UDP port numbers
I responded to your comment on Bare URLs. Can you help me with the port 370 URL that has suffered from link rot? Unixguy (talk) 21:21, 3 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I'd be glad to do so. (Looks like my {hat} template is acting strangely. I'll remove it) JoeSperrazza (talk) 22:09, 3 January 2011 (UTC)

WP:USERNAME
Please be sure to read and make sure you understand our policy on usernames before warning users about it; usernames which suggest a conflict of interest aren't prohibited in the policy unless it appears that they are editing on behalf of a group or company, so User:Hannover dk does not appear to be a violation. They've already been warned about their potential conflict of interest, which is the issue here.  Giftiger Wunsch   [TALK]  18:01, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Thank you, I appreciate the heads up. JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:12, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * As a follow-up to my own comment:
 * You said "usernames which suggest a conflict of interest aren't prohibited in the policy unless it appears that they are editing on behalf of a group or company"
 * They were "editing on behalf of a group", and created an article which showed a COI. That's why I thought both a username and COI warning were appropriate.
 * In a future, similar situation (I've seen others very similar), should they only be warned about the COI? Browsing UAA, I've noticed similar situations noted there (but recognize that such things have a human element involved, i.e., different admins interpret policy differently sometimes).
 * Best regards, JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:16, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * It seems unlikely that the username is being edited by the entire Hannover family, though I take your point; I'm not an admin, so I can't see the content of the now-deleted page they created. I had assumed the page referred to the "Hannover family" as in a family tree which the username is very unlikely to represent; if it was deleted as being a non-notable, small family group, then perhaps there is cause to believe that multiple individuals are using the account after all. Essentially there are two sections of the policy relevant to conflicts of interest as they pertain to usernames: WP:ORGNAME, which forbids the use of company names since they imply they intend to advertise for the company, and WP:NOSHARE, which states that an account may only be operated by a single individual.  Giftiger Wunsch   [TALK]  18:22, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * " If it was deleted as being a non-notable, small family group" - yes, that was the case. Unless you disagree, I think I did the right thing in this case, therefore (issuing both COI and Username warnings on their talk page, but not on UAA).
 * Thanks again, JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:25, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Yes, in that case it's a possible interpretation that the account is meant to represent the family and your actions were correct; apologies for the misunderstanding. I'm wondering if the "dk" represents the initials of an individual though (or maybe it represents Denmark).  Giftiger Wunsch   [TALK]  18:29, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * dk is the top level domain for Denmark. The article was about a Danish family by the same name. No worries, and thanks for the kind notes. JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:32, 4 January 2011 (UTC)

Speedy deletion declined: Justin Rhodes
Hello JoeSperrazza. I am just letting you know that I declined the speedy deletion of Justin Rhodes, a page you tagged for speedy deletion, because of the following concern: The article makes a credible assertion of importance or significance, sufficient to pass A7. Thank you.  Ϣere Spiel  Chequers  20:12, 4 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks for telling me! Best wishes, JoeSperrazza (talk)!

Re: User talk:99.227.131.13
Nice template. I've never seen that before. :) - Jack Sebastian (talk) 17:13, 8 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I'm glad to help - I notice your comments at WP:ANI
 * This IP is shared across an Internet Service Provider. is listed in Template messages/User talk namespace. There are several places to determine the ISP Name for an IP, e.g.,
 * IP Checking
 * Robtex
 * {{subst:Welcome-anon-vandal}} is listed in Welcoming committee/Welcome templates
 * s/wnote is noted in Template messages/User talk namespace
 * How does one watchlist an IP's contributions?
 * Thanks for the nice note! JoeSperrazza (talk) 17:43, 8 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Where is that discussion? I can't find it anywhere on the page you linked me. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 99.227.131.13 (talk) 00:45, 10 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I'm sorry, it appears to have been archived. I can't find it, either. Note: I didn't open it the ANI section, I simply noticed your IP had been mentioned, so placed a notice there. Again, sorry. JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:08, 10 January 2011 (UTC)

Db-attack
Hey! Please remember to blank attack pages! Thanks!--v/r - TP 03:34, 10 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Ah, will do, henceforth. Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk)

Speedy deletion declined: Taiyuan Foreign Language School
Just to let you know, I have declined your request to speedy delete Taiyuan Foreign Language School. High schools are always assumed to be notable and are ineligible under criterion A7. —C.Fred (talk) 04:36, 10 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk) 13:57, 10 January 2011 (UTC)

School Cleanup Proj?
Hey,

Do you think that a WikiProject on School Cleanup would be something of interest? I mean after George H. Moody Middle School was redirected to the main district school site, and your tags, would it be a good idea to start redirecting/merging non-important information back to the district page?

► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 18:57, 14 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Yes, see my further comments on your talk page. Thanks, JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:08, 14 January 2011 (UTC)

Template for Redirect
I'm not too good at looking stuff up, but do you know if there is a template that we can put on the article telling the viewers abouta proposed redirect? ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 19:24, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I believe the talk page notice (such as one I saw you did already) is the best way. I'll look to see if there's a template, but if so, I'm not aware of it. However, there are templates for lack of notability and lack (or no) references. Those should be added to the article's page, as appropriate.
 * Here's a list from Twin Hickory Elementary School:


 * Here's a slightly different list for Three Chopt Elementary School, with the difference being the use of "Refimprove" vs. "Unreferenced":


 * Finally, I'll note that Henrico High School may not be appropriate for a redirect, based on a very liberal interpretation of the WP:GNG:
 * 1. In the lede, the article states:

Newsweek Magazine ranked Henrico High School number 928 in its 1500 top US high schools. Henrico High was the only Henrico County School to make the list in 2009.[http://www.newsweek.com/id/201160 "The Top of the Class The complete list of the 1,500 top U.S. high schools." Newsweek. 9 June 2009.]
 * 2. I've seen it mentioned that while U.S. Elementary and Middle Schools don't get a "free pass" for articles, U.S. High Schools do. This discussion alludes to that. I've not found the base policy discussion that is explicit on that issue.
 * As a consequence of point 1, I'm inclined to not Redirect or Merge that specific H.S., but instead try to improve it. As a consequence of point 2., I'm inclined to not propose Redirect or Merge of any U.S. High School articles, until or unless we find a policy or discussion that supports doing so. There's plenty of work to do by concentrating on Elementary and Middle schools only, and hopefully less drama will ensue, as well. I'll reiterate that it will make the process easier if everyone involved takes a very liberal view of "asserted notability".
 * Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:51, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Awesome research! I will stick to that. Thanks ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 19:53, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks! Here's the School Page Guidelines: WP:WPSCHOOLS. Let's be careful to follow them liberally (and by that I mean, if unsure, leave the article be). Encouraging good articles is the name of the game. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:41, 14 January 2011 (UTC)

School sock
I have already reported both at AN:Vandalism, but perhaps a formal WP:SSP with a request for checkuser to dig out any other sleeper accounts? Active Banana    (bananaphone  23:49, 14 January 2011 (UTC)

Hi, Joe
An editor has posted a message to my talk that appears to be meant for you. You can read the message here. I don't know if this is a big deal, but I wanted you to be aware just in case. See ya 'round  Tide  rolls  11:04, 15 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Thank you. I've copied his note here, where I'll respond.

Greetings Joe
Greetings Joe,

I've received your letter about my new editing. I understand well the responsibility new and old contributors have for wikipedia and people who are reading it. The information we provide must be reliable, trustworthy and providing lots of references for it's validation.

Please notice, that the sections I added in the page about Shen Yun, have many references to them and the information is not something "I made up", as it was well documented and published in various media sources. I hope you'll take some time to read it for your reference, to see that what is written is a valuable source of information and can be checked and verified.

I am not affiliated with Shen Yun, but I've seen the show three times when I lived in Toronto. Now I reside in Israel.

Thank you Dharia (whitecloud7) — Preceding unsigned comment added by Whitecloud7 (talk • contribs) 06:50, 15 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Dharia,

Thanks for the note, and welcome! I hope you enjoy editing the article, and appreciate you leaving me this note. If there's anything I can do to help, let me know. JoeSperrazza (talk) 14:39, 15 January 2011 (UTC)

Ceud mìle fàilte
Welcome to WikiProject Colorado, Joe. Please leave me a message at User talk:Buaidh or e-mail me at Special:EmailUser/Buaidh if you have any questions or need any help.

By my reckoning, you become a semi-native of Colorado when your time in the state exceeds half your age. By that rule, I became a semi-native on November 14, 1976. Have fun, Buaidh  17:16, 17 January 2011 (UTC)

Consensus on School Redirects
There's been really no consensus on the redirects of the schools to Henrico County Public Schools. Should we like wait a week or so to see if consensus emerges, and if not, start redirecting the pages?

► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 21:37, 17 January 2011 (UTC)


 * I think waiting a full week (say, until next Monday) is a very good idea. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:09, 18 January 2011 (UTC)

Hi Joe
Hi there. Please keep looking at the article "Criticism of Muhammad" because people seem to be reverting sourced materials that are notable :) Thanks again. --Fancy.kira (talk) 20:18, 19 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I will do so. I would like to keep the document within Wikipedia guidelines, and avoid edit wars. Thank you for the note, and for your contributions. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:29, 19 January 2011 (UTC)

Smart edit filter
It's entirely possible that the post removal was accidental - particularly as the edit includes additions from DMS. There is a new "smart edit filter" which I ran afoul of a few times - when editing a section I think it tries to merge changes which previously would have just conflicted. Not 100% sure on the details, but this comes up fairly often :) --Errant (chat!) 23:27, 21 January 2011 (UTC)
 * The diff clearly shows my text removed, and the editor in question's being added, with one intervening edit. If it is a "smart edit filter" bug that's doing that, its a doozy. My best guess is it was an edit conflict that was ignored. JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:30, 21 January 2011 (UTC)

From AN/I
Here's the diff I remembered, which prompted me to post this. This came after seemed to have erased a comment from another editor (though I'm having trouble locating that diff ATM). Cheers :> Doc   talk  00:52, 22 January 2011 (UTC)


 * On the surface, the circumstances seem different. Moot point, I think, given the editor in question as responded at ANI and the talk page. JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:00, 22 January 2011 (UTC)


 * I guess the best thing to remember is that there is some sort of "edit conflict" bug out there (as Errant and Boing! said Zebedee confirmed for us), and if the editor vehemently denies purposely erasing another editor's post on a high-profile page like AN/I, it's very possible that it was in fact inadvertent. Dylan was already in quite a bit of hot water when he "did" his, and it made no sense for him to deny it if he had done it on purpose. So it's not an isolated incident we're talking about here. Cheers :> Doc   talk  01:11, 22 January 2011 (UTC)


 * As Ned Flanders would say, "okely dokely do!" JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:37, 22 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Love it! Ever seen "Bart of Darkness"? "I'm a mur-diddly-urdler!" ;> Doc   talk  07:48, 22 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I've seen every episode at least once. My wife and I watch one, recorded via DVR, every night before bed. It always makes us laugh! JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:24, 22 January 2011 (UTC)

Re: Your comment on my talk page
Hi, in your remark "Ditto: the talk page for Abortion" you seems to be saying that I am using the talk page on Abortion as a forum? I am not sure of what you are refering to. I have registered support or opposition to the various pictures proposed for the lead there, and given reasons or based my support or opposition on reasons already given by others, as everyone there has been doing, but in what way have I been using it as a forum? User DMSBel 62.254.133.139 (talk) 22:26, 24 January 2011 (UTC)

Hi again, sorry about that, I was not logged in when I made the changes to my own comments on the Abortion talk page. The IP 62.254.133.139 is me DMSBel. DMSBel (talk) 22:41, 24 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Hi, I was referring to you not refactoring other's comments, or logging in if they were you. Do read WP:REFACTOR if you have a chance. I am sure you mean well, but it is hard to read some of your talk page comments given that you, at least sometimes, insert your comments between others', and edit your comments after the fact. Except for correcting typos, better to:
 * Strike out things you've changed your mind about or retract
 * Add things below others comments, in chronological order and indented
 * Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:17, 24 January 2011 (UTC)

ARBCOM about recent AN/I
There is an ARBCOM request which is related to an AN/I thread you recently participated. You may be interested in the discussion. -- Cycl o pia talk  10:04, 26 January 2011 (UTC)

Lightspeed Systems
I am the original author, and I will work on the article. Thanks. Mithrandir (talk) 16:39, 26 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Great! Google didn't seem to have sources, but looking at the case studies on the vendor site showed external sources. You might also look at other articles in the categories I added it to for examples of article format and content. Good luck, 17:54, 26 January 2011 (UTC)
 * I removed the Inuse template and replaced it with Underconstruction. I've gone on Google and added some corperate information and productions that Lighspeed offers. Cheers! ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 21:41, 27 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Coolness. Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk) 21:54, 27 January 2011 (UTC)

Your comments at my talk page
I appreciate you taking the time for the very tentative and self-contradictory welcome, which includes the threat implied in the warning template you used. However I don't think I will ever create an account on Wikipedia, it seems like a licence for real abuse of privilege as my recent experience with "editors" and "administrators" has taught me. By all means report my abusive behavior to Optimum Online or anyone else, why should I be the only one to have a laugh at this? 68.198.135.130 (talk) 15:38, 13 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I'm sorry if the templates irritated you. Not registering for an account is your choice. Assuming a less-than-civil attitude won't get you far. Failing to play nice with others or not following the rules will inevitably result in you being blocked again, whether from this IP or another. If you find what you're doing so aggravating, perhaps you should find another way to occupy your efforts, whether it be other articles, other WP tasks, or just finding a better way to get along. JoeSperrazza (talk) 17:30, 13 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I'm not irritated in the least. Your arguments about civility and playing nice are specious and self-serving. I also have a suggestion: why don't you take a break from administering Wikipedia? Spend some time researching and citing a topic you care nothing about except for the fact that (to your extensive knowledge on the subject) it is portaryed inaccurately or inelegantly. Then have an "administrator" clown all over you. I'm willing to bet that unlike me, you would be irritated. Btw, not nice to have met you. 68.198.135.130 (talk) 00:37, 14 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Well, if you just want to "hit and run" and post unpleasantness mixed with accusations, I'd ask you find someplace other than my talk page to do so. However, if you'd like some help, I (and others, I'm sure) would be glad to oblige. One general way is to place the  template on your talk page. My most fundament suggestion is to tone down your talk page posts. Your comments sufficiently lack good faith and civility such that they are off-putting. This makes it hard to assess your position on content. If you think your edits are correct, and others' are not, make a verbally neutral, rational argument on the talk page(s) of the article(s) in question. Lashing out at people (here, there, anywhere) is a less than optimal way to contribute to the encyclopedia. Best of luck, JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:03, 14 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Neither the WP:TROLL or WP:TE apply here, as all the pages I posted on are directly related to persons involved with this single incident. Is this a fishing expedition? My reactions mirrored the actions others started, as you should be able to tell from the log time and date stamps. In my talk page there are 2 posts of mine and double that number of threatening/warning posts by others. Maybe others (yourself included) should also read the WP:AGF page (for the first time by the looks of it). If I make an edit that accurately portrays an acceptable source I don't need to justify it. The people who hold opposite views should, as it is clear in the editing and citing policy pages here – and there are specific pointers regarding not removing information unless you substitute something better or in extreme cases. Are you ignorant of that point? My view of Wikipedia administrators gets dimmer and dimmer. Btw, if you don't like unpleasantness on your talk page, maybe you shouldn't post unpleasantness on others' talk pages. 68.198.135.130 (talk) 15:04, 14 February 2011 (UTC)

Funny how you always urge me to discuss, and then clam up when the going gets tough. OK, fine. Still, there's the case of your thinly concealed attempt at intimidation on my talk page. Is that even legitimate? Do direct me to the appropriate Wikipedia page where I can lodge a complaint about this, would you? 68.198.135.130 (talk) 01:19, 16 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Oh I like him. Can we keep him? Half  Shadow  01:21, 16 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I wasn't going to go anywhere. Well, I thought it was a laugh at first, but I've been told that these things about notifying ISPs (who then may or may not notify others and then you end up being in some completely unrelated computer-administered government list) are serious. So, sure, I'll definitely stick around. 68.198.135.130 (talk) 02:00, 16 February 2011 (UTC)


 * WP:RBI. JoeSperrazza (talk) 03:42, 16 February 2011 (UTC)

IP editor et al
No problem. I've asked the IP to disengage, and I'm asking you to as well - though it appears that you've attempted to do precisely that. Let me know if I can be of further assistance. Best, UltraExactZZ Said~ Did 16:23, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I saw, and I thank you. As you noticed, I have indeed done all I could do to disengage:

I appreciate your actions, and your comments. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:26, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * No comments on his talk page
 * No response to his comments here (and initially, just hat/hab'd the discussion, so as to not raise the "you're a censor" flamage
 * No response to his comments on the talk page of the article he seems to feel some ownership of, Theosophical Society

User talk protection question
I'm a bit of a talk page stalker, but would you create an "alternate" page for IP users who might actually want to ask you a question/comment. That's a bit dicey, though, providing all of these blantant attacks on your talk page so far... ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 21:22, 18 February 2011 (UTC)


 * That's an excellent idea. Do you have one? How do you let people know where it is? As an aside, the talk page protection is only for 1 week, so it should not be a long-term problem. Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk) 21:28, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Actually, my talk page isn't protected, so I don't need one (anyone can edit it). If there is semi-protection, policy says that there should be an alternate page for non-autoconfirmed users and IPs, so they can ask a question/comment there because they can't comment on your talk. ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 21:35, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I did not know that. Would you mind pointing out the policy (I absolutely believe you, I'd just like to read it). Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk) 21:42, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * It's the fine print right here. Kinda wierd they don't put it under semi-protection. Although you really don't need to have it, you're only protected for a short time (why did I not see that? Haha). Cheers! ► Wireless Keyboard ◄ 21:48, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Given that WP:UPPROT says "Users whose talk page is semi-protected for lengthy or indefinite periods of time should have an unprotected user talk subpage linked conspicuously from their main talk page to allow good faith comments from non-autoconfirmed users.", I agree it is not necessary. In this instance, it would more likely just provide a temptation for the IP in question to continue his improper behavior. JoeSperrazza (talk) 21:56, 18 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Yep. <span style="color:#333; font-weight:bold; font-size:9px;background-color:#CEE1DD; padding: 2px 2px; letter-spacing: 3px;">► Wireless <span style="color:#333; font-weight:bold; font-size:9px;background-color:#CEE1DD; padding: 2px 2px; letter-spacing: 3px;">Keyboard ◄ 21:58, 18 February 2011 (UTC)

Re: 76.105.209.218's personal attack on my talk page.
Thanks for noticing this. Do you think a checkuser needs to be done to identify who the IP is?DMSBel (talk) 15:56, 25 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I'm glad to help. Per CheckUser, "Checks are inappropriate unless there is evidence suggesting abusive sock-puppetry.". This is sometimes referred to as "Checkuser is not a fishing expedition". Only when there is behavioral evidence of sock-puppetry (e.g., overlap in edits of pages) would a clerk endorse a CU.
 * Troll are best reverted and ignored.
 * Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:24, 25 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Querying why DMSBel's religious convictions do not prevent him from editing Wikipedia is a totally legitimate line of discussion and I'm not sure why you're choosing to censor it. 76.105.209.218 (talk) 22:26, 25 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Hi, I think reasonable people would interpret your comment as a Personal Attack, which are subject to removal by any editor. Whether you agree or not, you are welcome to remove the comment from your Talk page, per WP:USERTALK. For the record, my point of view is likely diametrically opposed from that of DMSBel on the topics which he edits (Also note that I don't edit them), but I do believe in a positive editing environment for everyone. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:26, 25 February 2011 (UTC)

Re: welcome
You really should be more judicious in what you characterize as editing without a neutral point of view. What is that? see here. 76.66.26.228 (talk) 15:57, 27 February 2011 (UTC)
 * You are being discussed at ANI. See the discussion there. Welcome nonetheless. JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:05, 27 February 2011 (UTC)
 * I am? And where exactly is that? 76.66.26.228 (talk) 16:12, 27 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Sorry, the ANI discussion has been archived. There's a new discussion bout you at this Talk page. Feel free to continue this conversation there. JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:33, 27 February 2011 (UTC)
 * Thank you for that. Unfortunately, it is not necessarily relevant to me, as the editor apparently wants to enlist the efforts of an administrator to help, what, preserve a page?  And you, based on that, slap a NPOV warning on my talk page, without even probing why?  The nature of my edit is far more neutral than what the other editor is advocating.  I have commented on the article's talk page.  Also, as you appear to not be an administrator, I will waste no more time with this discussion. 76.66.26.228 (talk) 16:53, 27 February 2011 (UTC)
 * "I will waste no more time with this discussion" Great! I'll close the discussion. JoeSperrazza (talk) 17:02, 27 February 2011 (UTC)

Re: connection between Salic law and Japanese regnal inheritance rules
User JoeSperazza wrote: "This is your last warning; the next time you vandalize Wikipedia, as you did at Akihito, you may be blocked from editing without further notice. you maliciously inserted a wikilink to Salic law The edit in question is as follows: [redacted] JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:55, 19 January 2011 (UTC)


 * I linked to the analogous concept in Western law; that's not vandalism but rather a helpful cross-reference. Good grief. 165.176.7.3 (talk) 21:07, 10 March 2011 (UTC)


 * [cc: of reply posted to own talk page on 00:34, 9 February 2011 (UTC)]
 * Thanks for the CC, after all this time I would not have had your IP's talk page watchlisted anymore. Thanks for the relatively drama-free note. Beats me what I was thinking when I reviewed your edit and left that note. Happy editing. JoeSperrazza (talk) 00:28, 11 March 2011 (UTC)

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Pasty
Good work with the pasty article - sorry about the edit conflict, but between us I think we've reached a decent result. Cheers, Bretonbanquet (talk) 17:12, 2 April 2011 (UTC)
 * No worries, thanks the for the nice note. I agree, the article looks great. Your changes were brilliant. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 17:13, 2 April 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks! Bretonbanquet (talk) 17:16, 2 April 2011 (UTC)

You are welcome
Hello JoeSperrazza. Thanks for your message and you are welcome. I know how it is when you get on a roll correcting errors made by another editor. I too have "fixed" things in the wrong direction and it is always nice to know that there are other Wikipedians around to clean things up. Cheers and happy editing. MarnetteD | Talk 21:15, 7 April 2011 (UTC)

Hey but...
What if I forget about the " " thing? -- H   i   u   b    y    Jɑpɑn Rocks!  日本ゴー！    23:49, 7 May 2011 (UTC)
 * Well, try not to do so. It helps editors understand the purpose of your edit. See WP:EDITSUMMARY JoeSperrazza (talk) 00:05, 8 May 2011 (UTC)

Thanks for giving a barnstar to OhioStandard
That was very kind of you, and he really deserves one in my opinion also. betsythedevine (talk) 22:16, 2 June 2011 (UTC)
 * It was my pleasure. Best wishes to you, JoeSperrazza (talk) 22:20, 2 June 2011 (UTC)

Most grateful
Hi, Joe. Just a quick note to express my cordial thanks for the barnstar. I'll reply on my talk, by and by, but I just wanted to let you know that I'm not ignoring your very kind and thoughtful action in awarding it. The truth is that I always feel a little embarrassed when someone gives me a barnstar, and tongue-tied. I'm grateful, of course, but don't know quite what to say to express that. I'll get over it / figure it out soon, though, and render proper thanks, on my talk. Best regards, –  OhioStandard  (talk) 23:37, 2 June 2011 (UTC)

neovandalism was speedy deleted
Thanks for sending me the advice. Is there any chance to have some support as to how to revive the short-lived page neovandalism? -burntout123 (talk). --To_Expand_Tolerance_ 20:29, 5 June 2011 (UTC)
 * You can request that the deleting administrator restore it to your user space, where you could edit it to meet WP policies. However:
 * I've not read the article in question, so can't guarantee that it would be considered capable of being salvaged.
 * It is not clear that the subject, regardless of wording, is encyclopedic in any way, as you seem to be saying in the article that there's a conspiracy among administrators to censor Wikipedia, and that conspiracy is comparable to vandalism.
 * You may want to consider reading WP:NOT and WP:NICE. The article in question seemed to be designed to make a WP:POINT, which is never well received. If, however, you really believe that WP is a conspiracy-driven organization, you'd find many other places online where you would be happier contributing. JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:38, 5 June 2011 (UTC)

Colorado Wiknic
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4 tildes will suffice, like this: _To_Expand_Tolerance_ 17:26, 9 June 2011 (UTC)
I am trying it. It never worked -- _To_Expand_Tolerance_ 17:26, 9 June 2011 (UTC) Kindly see if above works. --_To_Expand_Tolerance_ 17:26, 9 June 2011 (UTC) — Preceding unsigned comment added by Burntout123 (talk • contribs)

Please un-block doppelgänger burntout1234
Not sure if you are in charge, but given the documented track record on burntout1234 signed by you, any chance that you kindly release burntout1234 as legitimate and fully disclosed doppelgänger of butntout123? If you are not in charge, kindly refer me to whoever is in charge. Thanks. --S.Buntout123 (talk) 14:38, 11 June 2011 (UTC)
 * Given that it was used for block evasion, I would be opposed to any unblock of that alternate account. You may appeal to the blocking admin (see this link ), but I would hope your request would be denied. JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:42, 11 June 2011 (UTC)

hmmm
Not sure what this was about so I thought I'll ask rather than remove it. I don't see that this IP has left anyone any warnings. --Muhandes (talk) 11:36, 20 June 2011 (UTC)


 * It is a warning header, per WikiProject_user_warnings. It is put above warnings that are put on user talk pages when those pages contain warnings (not because that user or IP left a warning for someone). Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 14:11, 20 June 2011 (UTC)


 * I see. Well, I probably left thousands of warnings by now, and I never saw that header being used. I guess one learns new things every day. --Muhandes (talk) 14:55, 20 June 2011 (UTC)
 * Coolness. Happy editing. JoeSperrazza (talk) 14:57, 20 June 2011 (UTC)

Immunome Research
FYI. Regards,  F ASTILY  (TALK) 06:23, 2 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks JoeSperrazza (talk) 15:02, 2 July 2011 (UTC)

Anusha Mani
Hey, Anusha Mani is a popular bollywood singer with over eight films to her credit. She has an imdb page too to her name. May I know why it is marked for deletion? — Preceding unsigned comment added by Ravingranter (talk • contribs) 18:40, 2 July 2011 (UTC)

Your request for rollback granted
Hi JoeSperrazza. After reviewing your request for rollback, I have enabled rollback on your account. Keep in mind these things when going to use rollback: If you no longer want rollback, contact me and I'll remove it. Also, for some more information on how to use rollback, see New admin school/Rollback (even though you're not an admin). I'm sure you'll do great with rollback, but feel free to leave me a message on my talk page if you run into troubles or have any questions about appropriate/inappropriate use of rollback. Thank you for helping to reduce vandalism. Happy editing! Salvio Let's talk about it! 22:11, 2 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Getting rollback is no more momentous than installing Twinkle.
 * Rollback should be used to revert clear cases of vandalism only, and not good faith edits.
 * Rollback should never be used to edit war.
 * If abused, rollback rights can be revoked.
 * Use common sense.
 * Thank you! JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:12, 2 July 2011 (UTC)

Speedy deletion declined: Jessica Jarrell
Hello JoeSperrazza. I am just letting you know that I declined the speedy deletion of Jessica Jarrell, a page you tagged for speedy deletion, because of the following concern: The singles and performance with Bieber are a sufficient claim of notability even if unsourced. Thank you. Fæ (talk) 05:33, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks! JoeSperrazza (talk) 12:34, 6 July 2011 (UTC)

Re:
Actually, it has been more than twice. I only made the connection after the Teardrop22 edit. I'm thinking it's someone's concept of humor. Regardless, I have no problems being mistaken for a dedicated and conscientious editor. Keep up the good work.  Tide  rolls  01:36, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
 * (I need to insert one of the blushing emoticons here!) Thank you very much! It is a nice way to end a could have been better day. Happy editing, and cheers! JoeSperrazza (talk) 03:27, 14 July 2011 (UTC)

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 * Not in Baltimore anymore, but thanks for the invitation! JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:01, 16 July 2011 (UTC)

ISP Tag
You added an ISP tag, which was then removed by the IP here with an absurd edit summary. I was tempted to revert, but I'm not really sure how these tags are added. In other words, I don't know what the process is for determining the pool and the owner of the pool. Anyway, in case you are not watching the IP, I thought I'd give you a heads up. If you wouldn't mind explaining how this works for my benefit, that would be appreciated.--Bbb23 (talk) 19:30, 16 July 2011 (UTC)


 * Thanks for the heads-up.
 * Regarding how they're added, there's two parts - the technical, and the policy:
 * Technical: In most cases, simply using http://www.ipchecking.com/ will get you the information you need, in terms of host name / reverse DNS and IP whois. Determining if the IP is static or dynamic is not always something definitive. You can use http://robtex.com to check on which, if any, blacklists the IP is listed. Some, like dyn.nszones.com and dul.dnsbl.sorbs.net provide an indication (but not a guarantee) that the IP is not static. However, in the case of this IP, as it is in a Verizon pool, it may be static or dynamic. When in doubt, use the ISP template, which notes it as being possibly shared or able to be reassigned (which it is). Based on the IP's reaction, I'd guess the editor has a permanently assigned IP (you can usually get one for a few more dollars per month) and doesn't want the identifying information shown.
 * Policy: When to add which ISP-type templates is pretty well described at Template:ISP:
 * "Once an IP has been warned/blocked a few times, it is usually a good idea to add a header to the IP's talkpage, which identifies the WHOIS information"
 * Note that I interpret the slash "/" between warned and blocked to be "or".
 * Regarding removal:
 * Per WP:OWNTALK, a user may remove almost anything (including warnings) from their own talk pages.
 * Per WP:BLANKING, there is a list of things that may not be removed, including "For IP editors, templates in Category:Shared IP header templates". This same restriction is also noted in WP:DRC.
 * So, technically, it is perfectly acceptable to WP:REVERT the IP's blanking of the ISP tag. However, I don't interpret that reversion as being required. In theory, you or I or anyone could revert, but then the IP will surely blank it again, and quickly a dispute will ensue - with no real value:
 * The ISP tag is visible in the history
 * A link to the Whois information (which is mostly what is shown in the ISP tag) is at the bottom of every IP's talk page.
 * Thus, I'm inclined to let it be. The IP editor appears to be looking for conflict - and who needs WP:DRAMA?
 * Best wishes, JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:40, 16 July 2011 (UTC)


 * Wow, what a great explanation. Thanks for taking so much time to do so.--Bbb23 (talk) 20:47, 16 July 2011 (UTC)

No more isp tags
OK so I lied but still my comp is shared in my area. I also would think that in a digital age a localized location would not be so prominently displayed for security reasons. I would appreciate it that you would not make it that easy to find the isp info.72.187.99.240 (talk) 18:12, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
 * By policy, you may not remove the ISP tag, as I explained on your talk page . Continuing to do so may result in administrative action, from warning to block. As noted before, to disassociate your IP from your edits, create an account. JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:21, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Also, your contribution history is such that 72.187.99.240 could be considered a vandalism-only account. Please contribute positively to the encyclopedia. Happy editing, JoeSperrazza (talk) 18:29, 19 July 2011 (UTC)

re: where was it filmed spam notification
Hi Joe,

I was not meaning to spam anything I would like to add movie scene information to several movies. I realize that I was not doing this correctly and I will change all of my entries so that the actual content is added to the wikipedia page with a reference to where the content came from rather than linking to it. I'm really sorry about that, I'm a new contributor to Wikipedia so I'm still figuring it out. I read the terms and will abide by them. Thanks and sorry.

scottkriz 20:36, 19 July 2011 (UTC)Scottkriz — Preceding unsigned comment added by Scottkriz (talk • contribs)


 * Scott,
 * Thanks for the note. If you have any questions, or would like some help, please feel free to drop me a note here. Happy editing, JoeSperrazza (talk) 20:51, 19 July 2011 (UTC)


 * Joe,
 * Thanks so much, I really appreciate it. Can you take a look at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adjustment_bureau#Filming_Locations and let me know if that is properly done. I started my site because I couldn't find the information anywhere. I'm happy to put in on Wikipedia but I would also like to add footnotes so that people can see the mapping portion of the scenes.
 * Any advice? or does this look ok?
 * scottkriz 04:09, 21 July 2011 (UTC)Scottkriz — Preceding unsigned comment added by Scottkriz (talk • contribs)


 * Scott,
 * I made a few formatting changes to use wiki-markup per the Manual of Style.
 * There are three open questions:
 * Is the level of detail provided for this film (a level which I suspect is meant by you to be a template for other such article additions) in violation of the guidelines for "Due Weight"? While the city it was filmed seems, to me, to appropriate to have in each films article, it may be considered to be more detail than it is due. This is likely to be somewhat different from article to article. For some, certain locations (perhaps even all) may be notable in context of the film and the addition wouldn't overwhelm the rest of the article. Read WP:UNDUE and WP:NOTE.
 * Is the site you reference a Reliable Source? Ultimately the Reliable Source Noticeboard should be consulted, if (as I believe) you intend to update many (all?) films with such references. Read WP:RS, and take a look at WP:RSN.
 * Given that the site you reference is your site, is it a Conflict of Interest for someone associated with the site (e.g., you, but anyone else overtly or covertly involved in the site) to be adding such references yourself? Read WP:COI and take a look at WP:COIN.
 * I really appreciate you being up-front about your involvement, and doing a sample edit first. When you have a chance, read the references I provided, and let me know what you think. I'm here to help. Best regards, JoeSperrazza (talk) 05:41, 21 July 2011 (UTC)


 * Thanks Joe

I'm going to review the documentation that you suggest today and figure out the best way to contribute content. Thanks for helping with the wiki-markuup. I'll take a look and read the Manual. REALLY appreciate your guidance! scottkriz 15:47, 21 July 2011 (UTC)Scott — Preceding unsigned comment added by Scottkriz (talk • contribs)

Icelander editing
Hi, Joe, thank you for the message, I will provide reference to support my claims on celebrex pharmacology. By the way, please try to be objective for different opinions. For example, you did not provide any scientific reference to claim that cox-2 produce only prostaglandin, not thromboxane. In fact cox-2 produce both prostaglandin and thromboxane just like cox-1. You can easily find related papers on pubmed to support it. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Cannothelplaughing (talk • contribs) 15:34, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Hi, thanks for the nice note. I look forward to seeing your additions to the article. Regarding the apparent error with respect to cox-2 and prostaglandin, please correct that (or any part of any article) as you have references to support. I don't recall personally writing that part of the article in question (I mostly have just made some minor tweaks), so I'm glad you noticed the problem.
 * P.S. Why did you label this section "Icelander editing"? Are you from Iceland? I lived there for 11 months in 1996 and loved my time there. Best regards, JoeSperrazza (talk) 16:26, 20 July 2011 (UTC)

Your welcome message
Thanks



85.28.107.142 (talk) 19:34, 24 July 2011 (UTC)

Thank you kindly
I am sure you will do exceptionally well! Happy Editing! JoeSperrazza (talk) 14:11, 26 July 2011 (UTC)

Organizing my log-in identities
Hi Joe,

i am hoping you can give me some help with getting logged in properly to all parts of Wikipedia. I created an identity yesterday with which i created a page for Rebecca J. Keck. Please take a look at the page and let me know what you think. Today, i decided to work on links relating to Dr. John H. Rauch, but find that the identity i used yesterday no longer works with the usertalk identity you sent me...? thanks! Greta Nettleton (talk) 22:11, 28 July 2011 (UTC)


 * Hi, Greta,
 * I'm happy to help in any way I can. I'm a little confused by your comments about identity. Your user name is User:Greta Nettleton, and if you click on the link (currently ed) that says Greta Nettleton, that brings you to your user page, which is blank at the moment (which is OK... if you like, you can put a simple message there, like "Hello"). If you click on the blue link here -> User talk:Greta Nettleton, that will bring you to your talk page. Finally, if you click on this blue link here -> Special:Contributions/Greta_Nettleton, you'll see the history of your edits. The latter shows that, among other things, you did create the article Rebecca J. Keck.
 * Regarding the article Rebecca J. Keck, I'll take a look at it. If I see anything in terms of formatting that needs updating, I'll do so.
 * Please let me know if you're having any more trouble or questions.
 * Best regards, JoeSperrazza (talk) 03:22, 29 July 2011 (UTC)


 * I reviewed the article Rebecca J. Keck, and made a few small edits. I also marked two sections that need additional references, and one that has no references. When you have a chance, more references in those sections would be beneficial. JoeSperrazza (talk) 13:59, 29 July 2011 (UTC)

Hi Joe, i clicked on the link you sent me and received this message:

Wikipedia does not have a user page with this exact name. In general, this page should be created and edited by User:Greta Nettleton. If in doubt, please verify that "Greta Nettleton" exists. Search for "User:Greta Nettleton" in existing pages of namespace User. Look for pages within Wikipedia that link to this title.

Obviously i exist, because i just set up the identity. why does it not recognize me when i came back to it?

Thanks so much for looking at the Keck article--i'm glad it was mostly correct--this was my grand debut!! — Preceding unsigned comment added by 68.193.195.97 (talk) 15:03, 29 July 2011 (UTC)

68.193.195.97 (talk) 15:05, 29 July 2011 (UTC)

my signature seems to still be my ip address...??? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 68.193.195.97 (talk) 15:06, 29 July 2011 (UTC)


 * I understand, now. You need to login! Otherwise, you're editing using your IP address, which is, essentially, a different identity. When you go to the main Wikipedia page http://en.wikipedia.org, you'll see a link in the upper right hand corner that says "Log in / create account". You can also go the login page directly by clicking on this link http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:UserLogin. Enter your username (Greta Nettleton) in the username field and the password you created in the password field. If you check [x] the Remember me option, assuming the computer you're using is not shared with anyone else, then you'll only have to login every 30 days. 65.102.212.115 (talk) 15:12, 29 July 2011 (UTC)

Hi Joe, please check over the Rebecca J. Keck article references--i added quite a few, so i am hoping you can remove the alerts calling for additional footnotes at this time. thanks again for your help! — Preceding unsigned comment added by Greta Nettleton (talk • contribs) 19:34, 19 September 2011 (UTC)


 * I will do so tomorrow. Thanks for the note! JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:19, 21 September 2011 (UTC)

Strange edit
Was this edit a mistake? I can't see how the edit you reverted could be seen as vandalism. JamesBWatson (talk) 14:31, 29 July 2011 (UTC)
 * Hi, James. When I looked at the change, somehow I read it as the IP adding two left braces to the front of the ISP tag. I actually (mis-)read it twice, and couldn't see a constructive reason for the IP making a formatting error and leaving an edit summary noting a fix to a formatting error.
 * I guess it was just a bad day on my end, for which I apologize. I'm glad you corrected my error. Thank you, JoeSperrazza (talk) 15:01, 29 July 2011 (UTC)

ISP tag
What is it and why is it needed on my page? 76.125.58.198 (talk) 14:52, 14 August 2011 (UTC)

The IP says it's his home computer. How does that square with it allegedly being a shared IP? Or is it that the IP is dynamic? ←Baseball Bugs What's up, Doc? carrots→ 15:32, 14 August 2011 (UTC)


 * Thanks for the questions!
 * "What is it?" Per Template:ISP, the ISP template "Adds pages to Category:Wikipedia user talk pages of shared IP addresses." This lets editors know that contributions from this IP address are likely to be from different editors over time.
 * "why is it needed on my page?" Per Template:ISP, "Once an IP has been warned/blocked a few times, it is usually a good idea to add a header to the IP's talkpage, which identifies the WHOIS information". Note that I interpret the slash "/" between warned and blocked to be "or".
 * "The IP says it's his home computer" By host name, it clearly is a residential assignment.
 * "How does that square with it allegedly being a shared IP? Or is it that the IP is dynamic? It is the latter. Determining if the IP is static or dynamic is not always definitive. You can use http://robtex.com to check on which, if any, blacklists the IP is listed (this one is listed in two dynamic lists - dyn.nszones.com and dul.dnsbl.sorbs.net). Sometimes, this provide an indication (but not a guarantee) that the IP is not dynamically assigned (meaning, under conditions not always under the users control, the IP can be reassigned). In the case of this ISP, it is definitive that this is not a static IP:
 * Per Comcast, "Static IP's are only given to business accounts; all residential online service accounts have dynamic IP's."
 * From a practical perspective, the ISP and hostname are visible to anyone, from links at the bottom of IP talk pages. If the IP editor prefers anonymity, the best approach is to  [ create an account] . Happy editing, JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:03, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
 * Yep. With or without the template, I could see his information on the Geolocate feature. Regarding static vs. dynamic, I've had the same underlying IP for at least 3 years, but that might have something to do with the way my service provider does things. ←Baseball Bugs What's up, Doc? carrots→ 01:55, 15 August 2011 (UTC)

sock
Joe, FYI this link to evidence only goes to wp:sock. Jesanj (talk) 17:39, 14 August 2011 (UTC)
 * Fixed it, thank you! JoeSperrazza (talk) 00:34, 15 August 2011 (UTC)

Deluna etc IP blocks?
Hi Joe- I really appreciate you seeing the situation so clearly over on the Marisol Deluna page and in that investigation. I should have kept my cool through it all, but thanks for seeing I was simply frustrated. Moving forward, I was wondering if ElizabethCB123 can be permanently blocked, maybe along with her IP. She's since evaded the block, as you noticed and acted upon. I am nominating page for deletion again - the last time it was all of these now blocked socks and users that basically kept it from happening - and it would be a shame if she could just come back and do it all again (which she certainly shows a history of doing.) Thanks again!Tao2911 (talk) 18:48, 14 August 2011 (UTC)


 * Sock- and meat-puppetry is a problem, sometimes, but I don't think ElizabethCB123 or her IP (which may have changed) yet meet the requirements for a permanent block or ban. Cheers JoeSperrazza (talk) 01:39, 15 August 2011 (UTC)

Hi Joe, coming back from wikivacation, I just learned about this thanks to the template you put on my user page. As the case is closed and I am cleared, could you please remove the template from my user page? Thanks, RacconishTk 22:15, 14 August 2011 (UTC)


 * Of course. FYI, you're welcome to remove such things yourself, but I'll do it now. JoeSperrazza (talk) 00:29, 15 August 2011 (UTC)

Joe, is Deluna now showing up less than a week later using her actual name an evasion of the block? I think it should be pretty clear to all now that it was her all along. And since we can't seem to get action to get the page deleted despite an overwhelming tide for doing so, should we pursue a block on Deluna?Tao2911 (talk) 20:43, 20 August 2011 (UTC)

Suggestion for WikiProject United States to support WikiProject Maryland
It was recently suggested that WikiProject Maryland might be inactive or semiactive and it might be beneficial to include it in the list of projects supported by WikiProject United States. I have started a discussion on the projects talk page soliciting the opinions of the members of the project if this project would be interested in being supported by WikiProject United States. Please feel free to comment on your opinions about this suggestion. --Kumioko (talk) 03:31, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
 * Thank you, I will comment. JoeSperrazza (talk) 13:50, 16 August 2011 (UTC)

Speedy deletion declined: Southern fried chicken bun
Hello JoeSperrazza. I am just letting you know that I declined the speedy deletion of Southern fried chicken bun, a page you tagged for speedy deletion, because of the following concern: criterion A7 does not apply to products. Thank you. Salvio Let's talk about it! 13:49, 20 August 2011 (UTC)
 * Thanks, Salvio. I'll PROD it, then. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 13:52, 20 August 2011 (UTC)

Wicka Wicka block notice removal
Before restoring the block notice again, please see the discussion at User_talk:Drmies. No criticism, just FYI. Best regards, TransporterMan  ( TALK ) 19:38, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * OK. I believe the revert is allowed per WP:3RRNO. JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:40, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * What possible benefit is there to edit warring over the tag? – xeno <sup style="color:black;">talk 19:43, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * The policy, as I read it, says it must not be removed. The user has clearly violated WP:3RR (before I even got there), and, IMO, should have talk page access revoked. However, I defer to the judgement of Drmies in not removing such access. JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:45, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * The guideline (currently) only prohibits removal of block notices where an unblock is being requested. Since they seem perfectly willing to sit out their block, they are free to remove the block notice (and they are exempt from 3RR in their userspace). – xeno <sup style="color:black;">talk 19:47, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * I wish the policy would be clearer in that regard. My reading of the policy did not make that point in a way that was clear to me. If that's the policy, so be it, and mea culpa - I failed to understand it. I do see that there's lack of consensus in a prior discussion on that point. I would accept either policy (no removals allowed, or removals allowed if not contested) as long as it was unambiguously clear. Apologies if I'm the only one who thinks the wording of the policy could be clearer on this point. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 19:50, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * No worries. You should feel free to try and re-word it for clarity. – xeno <sup style="color:black;">talk 19:57, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
 * I've made a proposal here. Regards, TransporterMan  ( TALK ) 21:32, 23 August 2011 (UTC)

Sockpuppeting allegation
I was somehow accused as being an alias of someone editing as an unregistered user here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Contributions/188.27.81.41 I had a weak password, but haven't really had issues in 3 yrs, but after this issue I immediately changed it. How exactly did that IP become connected to me? Running reverse DNS, it's not even in the same continent as I am. Cantaloupe2 (talk) 21:29, 5 September 2011 (UTC)
 * Ask the blocking administrator for details. JoeSperrazza (talk) 21:33, 5 September 2011 (UTC)
 * Per your discussion with the blocking admin, I've reverted the IPSock tag and the comment at the RfD. Cheers, JoeSperrazza (talk) 23:58, 5 September 2011 (UTC)

Thank you for your note
Joe, thank you for your message and extremely helpful information about editing Wikipedia pages. As a new Wikipedia user, I valued the information and guidelines you shared. As you’re likely aware, I have made edits to the entries for carfilzomib and sorafenib on behalf of my client, Onyx Pharmaceuticals. The changes are referenced and are designed to provide updates about the two medications, including recent clinical trial updates for carfilzomib. If there is anything you find inaccurate about the changes, please do let me know. Onyx is committed to ensuring appropriate, updated content about its medicines is available on Wikipedia. Best, Adam Silverstein (talk) 17:01, 7 September 2011 (UTC)
 * Adam, Thanks for noting your COI in advance, and thanks for your careful and sourced edits. JoeSperrazza (talk) 17:50, 7 September 2011 (UTC)

Hi Joe, I am looking to submit a new Wikipedia page about Onyx Pharmaceuticals as a company. There currently is not an existing page with basic information about when the company was founded, where it is located, products it develops or researches and its leadership. I am wondering if you might offer some advice on the best place to submit the page for reviewers' consideration. Is it on the discussion tab of my talk page, or as a new section? Alternatively, should I submit for review as a talk page under Onyx Pharmaceuticals? I would appeciate any insights you could share so I can ensure to allow for a conversation about this page and follow appropriate protocols. Thank you. Adam Silverstein (talk) 18:26, 23 September 2011 (UTC)

Denver Mountain Parks etc.
Buaidh referred me to you in hopes you can guide me a bit on some editing. As I told him (?) I've been attempting to do some cleanup on pages (e.g., Dedisse Park and Bergen Park) and discovered Denver was credited with Elk Meadow Park, so fixed that. That latter page needs work! They all do-- but Elk Meadow was so different I almost didn't know how to start! Is there a good pattern/model/template that should be followed for pages like these? (Parks, communities?)

I'm trying to get back in to editing, but am not up on the gadgets. Or the lingo. I joined WP:Colorado, and would like to focus on content for parks and history, but may need some backup or cleanup until I get up to speed. Buaidh says you need a page on Jefferson County Open Space, and maybe I can get to that sometime. If you could take a look at the Elk Meadow piece and jump in or give me suggestions, it'd be appreciated.

Also, is anyone else working on Jeffco history-- could that be a subproject or task force? Just a thought... I'm off to add a history section to Indian Hills. Another thought: how about a page listing CCC projects in Colorado?

Thanks!! Araucana (talk) 18:49, 27 October 2011 (UTC)