User talk:Silver seren/Archive 26

Norman C. Deno
Hey Silver! I just started an article for Norman C. Deno. He is one of the most important researchers of seed germination ever, but he has very little recognition. Feel free to do some digging! He's definitely an excellent DYK candidate!! Best, Thriley (talk) 03:34, 13 February 2021 (UTC)
 * I think Professor Deno is good to go. I'm planning on heading over to DYK to submit it. Anything you want to add? And any ideas for a good DYK hook? Silver  seren C 22:59, 13 February 2021 (UTC)
 * I'm not sure. I have never written one! DYK "Penn State professor Norman C. Deno was one of the foremost researchers in seed germination theory, performing germination research on 150 families, 800 genera, and 2500 species over the course of his career"? Or perhaps something about his research into the chemical basis for germination? Thriley (talk) 00:30, 14 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Did you find any mention of where he was educated? Thriley (talk) 00:31, 14 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Unfortunately, no. Biographical details were sparse. I'd bet you it's in the biographical entry I put in the further reading though. There's likely a good bit of personal detail in that, but I don't have access to it. Silver  seren C 00:32, 14 February 2021 (UTC)
 * I'll email some university library reference departments. I'm sure they can send me the info. Thriley (talk) 00:38, 14 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Here's the full info on Deno that was in the entry: Born: February 15, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois, United States Nationality: American Occupation: Scientist

PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, GERMINATION OF SEEDS Personal Data: b Chicago, Ill, February 15, 1921; m 1950, c 3. Education: Univ Ill, BS, 1942; Univ Mich, MS, 1946, PhD (chem), 1948. Professional Experience: PROF EMER CHEM, PA STATE UNIV, 1981-; prof, PA State Univ, 1950-1981; res assoc, Ohio State Univ, 1948-1950; asst chem, Univ Mich, 1942-1945. Research Statement & Publications: Reaction mechanisms; application of chemical rate theory to seed germination. Mailing Address: Dept Chem, Eberly Col Sci, Pa State Univ, 139 Lenor Dr, State College, PA 16801. Thriley (talk) 23:46, 15 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Sorry for the clunky paragraph! Best, Thriley (talk) 23:47, 15 February 2021 (UTC)

David Vetter
Hey Silver! Superb work on the Norman C. Deno article! I made a mistake only a few minutes ago by accidentally making a main space article for David Vetter (farmer). I meant to have a draft going as I gathered and dug for information about him. I think it is similar to Deno as Vetter's career really got going in the pre-internet age, so many publications might not be immediately accessible through a quick internet search. When you get a chance, can you check out the article to see if you think it will stay up based upon the sourcing it has now? I think it has DYK potential, especially since a documentary was made about him. Best, Thriley (talk) 00:10, 16 February 2021 (UTC)
 * It looks like you've got plenty of sourcing already going on there. You can also draftify it if you feel you need more time. I think I might sit this one out. Vetter is...not a topic I would be able to focus on, since he's kind of a rather strong negative figure for me. I live in Nebraska and work on plant mitochondrial genetics using biotechnology. Vetter is one of the better known anti-science names here who has historically been complicit in harming biological science in general in the region. Silver  seren C 00:28, 16 February 2021 (UTC)
 * No problem! He does have that “GMO = bad” vibe. Thriley (talk) 00:32, 16 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Have you seen any critiques of Vetter that are notable enough to be included in the article? I think it is important for Vetter and others like him in the organic movement to be documented warts and all. Thriley (talk) 02:31, 17 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Not too much coverage, unfortunately. There is an episode of The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe that seems to cover him, among other topics. I haven't listened to it myself, so I don't know how extensive it goes into the topic. But it and Steven Novella are a reliable expert source. Silver  seren C 02:44, 17 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Thank you. I'll have a listen. Thriley (talk) 03:16, 17 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Hopefully that's on the same Vetter and not the bubble boy kid. Him having the same name makes searching for sources difficult. Silver  seren C 03:20, 17 February 2021 (UTC)
 * Unfortunately, it is indeed about bubble boy David Vetter. He really does interfere with the search for sources. Hopefully farmer Vetter will get a long write up in the near future that can serve as a backbone to the article. So far, I have not really found that. Thriley (talk) 03:31, 17 February 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Red Meat Republic
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 00:01, 19 February 2021 (UTC)
 * The author noticed and thanked you here. gobonobo  + c 13:01, 19 February 2021 (UTC)
 * I'm glad they liked it. I was a bit concerned since some of the reviews were rather harsh. But they have to be presented as they are in a neutral fashion and not sugarcoated. Silver  seren C 17:28, 19 February 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Lillian Michelson
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 00:02, 22 February 2021 (UTC)

J. Russell Smith
Hi Silver, I just started an article for J. Russell Smith. He's a fascinating interdisciplinary figure. I came across his Tree Crops when I was young and it left a lasting influence. I think his life story has many different aspects that would make good DYKs. I'm going to try to get a book about his work from a library at some point over the next few weeks. There's probably enough material in that for a very extensive article. All the best, Thriley (talk) 20:44, 22 February 2021 (UTC)

Some drafts I started
Hi Silver! Another salute to your incredibly good research and editing! I cannot say enough how honored I am to work with you.

I started a few drafts recently that you might be interested in. They all seem like articles that would make compelling DYK's: Draft:Edmund G. Love, Draft:Heath Freeman (businessman), Draft:Michael DeVine (innkeeper), and Draft:Avocado production in the United States. There are plenty more but I don't want to feel like I'm throwing them at you. Best, Thriley (talk) 22:25, 28 February 2021 (UTC)

One-arm (restaurant)
Edmund Love used the term "One-arm" to describe the kind of restaurant he would not bother trying. I had never heard the term used before. It seems they were very common at the turn of the 20th century. Feel free to do a deep dive: Draft:One-arm (restaurant). Best, Thriley (talk) 22:40, 28 February 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Rosemary Margaret Smith
Cwmhiraeth (talk) 12:04, 2 March 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Norman C. Deno
— Maile (talk) 12:02, 6 March 2021 (UTC)

Mottahedeh
Hi Silver, you may be interested in hearing that Mildred Mottahedeh has passed a good article review. Thanks for your work on the article and elsewhere. Cheers, Eddie891 Talk Work 16:45, 9 March 2021 (UTC)

DYK for J. Russell Smith
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 12:01, 12 March 2021 (UTC)

Everydays: the First 5000 Days
I quickly made an article for Everydays: the First 5000 Days when I noticed it didn't have an article yet. It certainly would be a good DYK and will probably have a considerable amount of views per day over the next year or more. Best, Thriley (talk) 20:18, 13 March 2021 (UTC)
 * I think i'm going to skip on this one,, since I have some other things IRL to work on and I already spent my time today on Looking Horse. So this article is up to you to expand it! Silver  seren C 03:35, 14 March 2021 (UTC)
 * No problem! I think I'm not going to bother improving it. It has gotten enough publicity already. Such things are not a subject that makes me happy. Thriley (talk) 18:11, 15 March 2021 (UTC)

Arvol Looking Horse
I made an article for Arvol Looking Horse two days ago. I meant to make it a draft but accidentally put it into article space. Feel free to improve it if you have time over the next few days. I think the article has great DYK potential. Best, Thriley (talk) 18:53, 13 March 2021 (UTC)
 * Thank you so much! Thriley (talk) 18:12, 15 March 2021 (UTC)

Incomplete DYK nomination
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Some drafts you might be interested in
Hi Silver! I have started some drafts recently you might be interested in. They are all agriculture related: Draft:Elwyn Meader, Draft:Albert F. Yeager, Draft:Chicken of Tomorrow Contest. Hope all is going well with your thesis. Best, Thriley (talk) 20:30, 18 March 2021 (UTC)

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ITN recognition for Robina Asti
And it's got 5,622 page views on March 24. I added a page views widget to the Talk page, which is always about 24 hours behind, so only shows an empty graph right now, but by tomorrow, it might show something. Because of the ITN notification, the March 24 number may be the highest number of views the article ever gets. I imagine it will drop down to less than 50 per day, but will be interesting to watch. Thanks, Mathglot (talk) 11:03, 25 March 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Brenda Banks (animator)
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 12:02, 31 March 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Arvol Looking Horse
Cwmhiraeth (talk) 00:01, 2 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Edmund G. Love
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 00:02, 3 April 2021 (UTC)

Fannie Mahood Heath
I made a quick draft for Fannie Mahood Heath. She seems like a great DYK candidate. Thriley (talk) 04:20, 5 April 2021 (UTC)
 * , heh, I made that name wikilink on the expectation you would end up making such a draft. :P Silver  seren C 05:57, 5 April 2021 (UTC)

John Fraser Hart
John Fraser Hart is an excellent DYK candidate. A professor until the age of 91! Thriley (talk) 05:21, 8 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Marion Miley
— Maile (talk) 00:02, 12 April 2021 (UTC)

Hildegard Binder Johnson
Another geographer? Hildegard Binder Johnson has great potential. Thriley (talk) 04:34, 12 April 2021 (UTC)

Jeremiah Moss
I was shocked when I saw Jeremiah Moss did not have an article. I've read his blog for a long time. A good figure to give more visibility to. Thriley (talk) 17:17, 12 April 2021 (UTC)

Lester Eugene “Cotton” Mather
I meant to make the E. Cotton Mather (geographer) article a draft. Should I put it into draft? His name being the same as Cotton Mather and his inconsistent use of names makes him a bit more difficult to source. Thriley (talk) 21:59, 12 April 2021 (UTC)
 * , yeah, if you could put it into drafts, i'd appreciate it. I'm going to be busy for a bit and so I won't have time to get to it right away, which would likely put it out of the allowed time frame if it stays in mainspace. Silver  seren C 22:06, 12 April 2021 (UTC)
 * I put it into drafts. Have a good week in the lab! Thriley (talk) 00:02, 13 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Elwyn Meader
&mdash; Amakuru (talk) 00:02, 19 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK Review for John Fraser Hart
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DYK for Fannie Mahood Heath
— Maile (talk) 12:02, 21 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Edith Warner
Cwmhiraeth (talk) 00:02, 28 April 2021 (UTC)

Pelham Horton Box
Hi Silver, I was wondering if you could do a quick check for sources for Pelham Horton Box. I can't seem to find much. He's not really a great candidate for DYK with the lack of info. It would be wonderful to have his obit. Hope your semester is wrapping up well! Best, Thriley (talk) 21:01, 30 April 2021 (UTC)
 * I think that's the best I can do. No obit, unfortunately. I feel like there's probably more sources out there on him in non-English material. Silver  seren C 21:48, 30 April 2021 (UTC)
 * Thanks, Silver!! Thriley (talk) 22:01, 30 April 2021 (UTC)

DYK for John Fraser Hart
—valereee (talk) 12:02, 3 May 2021 (UTC)

John Fraser Hart
It is really nice to see John Fraser Hart on DYK today! Maybe someone will print out the article and mail it to him? I almost feel like doing so. Thanks so much for your help with the article. Best, Thriley (talk) 18:00, 3 May 2021 (UTC)

DYK for Albert F. Yeager
Cwmhiraeth (talk) 12:02, 8 May 2021 (UTC)

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Mule
Hi Silver, I started a draft for the American nomad Mule. He's a great DYK candidate. He's older, so I'm not sure how much longer he will be wandering. Best, Thriley (talk) 01:56, 12 May 2021 (UTC)

Some drafts
Hi Silver, here are some drafts that you may be interested in:O. A. Stevens, Harriet Pattison, J. C. Raulston, Rosalind Creasy. I need to reread the sourcing for Harriet Pattison as I think I mixed up the timeline.

Thanks for your help with the Xinjiang Victims Database! That should develop into an extensive article over the next few months, especially as there will likely be further profiles on it in major publications. Hope all is well. Best, Thriley (talk) 18:24, 15 May 2021 (UTC)


 * I was just reminded that John W. Hershey doesn't have a page while reading about cold hardy nut trees. An excellent subject with considerable influence. Thriley (talk) 20:37, 15 May 2021 (UTC)