[UC] Porch sale July 1
Porch/Sidewalk Sale July 1st 11:30-2:00 A lot of Kids’ stuff--tons of books, puzzles, a telescope and more! Halloween decorations And then some! Stop by 922 S. Farragut Street
Re: [UC] our neighbors go a-wilding
Ross is right, so let me just say... Disclaimer to the List: The opinions of Samuel Nicolary are not necessarily those of Sharon Nicolary and/or her affililiates. Mentioning the word shot gun in any shape or form, albeit joking, is never acceptable. However, I do the like the idea of the camera. Sharon Nicolary Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Sharon, did you know your husband is out on the loose again, yammering about Charles Bronson and ass whipping? Would you please come out with the leather handcuffs and restrain him again? Or the whips and boots -- whatever it takes to keep him happy and away from the computer. Thanks. Ross Bender http://rossbender.org/exorcism.html In a message dated 4/18/2005 9:43:17 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You can also sit on your back porch with a shotgun full of rock salt and when they come 'round - use some good ole fashioned Pavlovian training. I worked for me back in high school - I've never gone cow tipping ever again. Don't listen to all these sappy turn-the-cheekers, pseudo-hippies or washed up old beatniks. A good ass whipping goes a long way with a child that has gone astray. If someone threw a broken bottle at me - I don't care how old they are - they'd think twice about ever doing it again to anyone. If you don't think you have it in you then just go rent (or buy if you need the conditioning effect of more than one viewing) the whole Charles Bronson (RIP) Death Wish series (I - V) - it's just what the doctor ordered. At the very least invest in a cheap motion activated camera, catch the culprits on video and get the police involved. I am more of a fan of the CBDW approach though... You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
[UC] Re: 3-Pack of Dangerous Dogs, seen near 4600 Springfield Ave on Tuesday at 2:30 PM
Thank you for informing us, Liz. Thank you for doing all that you did to keep these children safe. I am so sorry for that poor man that was attacked. We have to stop this from happening as much as it does. I am very upset by this as this is a common problem in our neighborhood. (I suppose that is why the unleashed dog subject line occurs so often on the list.) I cannot believe that any owner could be that irresponsible. I wonder if you could talk to Paul as well and ask him not to leave that food out as this is just going to attract these horrible dogs to our neighborhood. Is there any action we can take as a community against this? Sharon Quoting Elizabeth F. Campion [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Dear Neighbors, On Tuesday at 2:30 PM, as I was headed to an appointment, I encountered a pack of 3 dogs, running loose. Two were obvious Pit mixes, the third seemed terrier like. The largest was about 75#s and cinnamon colored, one was brindle, the smallest was brownish and about 35#s. They were travelling north on 46th toward Springfield. Lucky for me, the cats that hang out at 4601 Springfield proved a more tempting target. The dogs tore across the street, up the lawn and onto the porch, seemingly in hot pursuit of cat snack. I did not wait to see if they caught any cat or kittens. Despite the press of my appointment, I was aware that SFDS would be dismissing 600 children in less than 5 minutes, and I was not prepared to see cat-snack be redirected to kiddies--bits. I made a mad dash for the crossing guard at 47th (I didn't even realize I can still run), while calling the school on my cell. The call was a hope for time for the school to generate a Public Announcement of the imminent danger. It is amazing what flashes through minds when there is danger to self or children. I realized I was mentally accounting for parents who walk their kids to and from school and assigning them a value as practical assistants in the herding of children into larger groups and away from the danger of the dogs. I also dialed 911, but the dispatch service didn't get potential / preventable risk and demanded I take down the number for PACA (Philadelphia Animal Control). So, with a Crossing Guard restraining the kids to 47th and Springfield, and Terry B. holding firm on Farragut, and a boiling mass of children along all of that block of Springfield, we provided a noisy incentive for the dogs to move on. The pack headed West on Springfield and than South on 47th (with a brief dash into one of the alleys on the West side of 47th) to Chester. Children were instructed to travel in groups and several adults volunteered to walk the kids to the trolleys. Parents, who normally drive, helped by positioning cars to separate the kids and the dogs until imminent danger was passed. There were reports that an adult male had been attacked, on 46th, before I first saw the pack. One of the parents claimed the man was dragged into the street, and that the parent used his car to tap the largest dog, which let go and led the other dogs to 4601. That Driver claims he also called 911, and expected some response. I was less optimistic after my contact with 911. The parent headed toward the school, because he saw the attacked man stand up and appear okay, but the driver feared for his children who were expected to be on a path that would intercept that of the dogs. I write for three reasons. First is in warning. I am concerned that these dogs pose a danger to neighbors. I fear that they will come back to 4601, as there is almost always dry food, water and cats on that porch. I called Paul (owner 4601) and suggested he look out before he steps out, to avoid meeting the pack on his porch. I also let him know that it was animals not any human that had wreaked havoc on his porch. I am faxing a copy of this note to PACA, and I ask you, my neighbors, to please stay away from these dogs, and to please report their movements or regular hangouts. I do not think these are pets, I do not remember seeing collars, only the blood on the ruff of the largest dog, and the kids I was hoping to protect. Second, I'd like to see a greater willingness on the part of Police Dispatch to deal with preventable incidents. The Crossing Guard, other mothers and I should not have to become the perimeter defense for close to 300 children. The Principal, Sr. Constance, followed up with Police who claimed they responded, but it was not while the danger was imminent ( a period of at least 12-13 minutes). The dogs spent at least 2-3 minutes at 4601, at least 5 minutes of sassy posturing as they investigated our group from the south side of Springfield, and several more minutes each, on 47th street and in the alley. The kids had time to see that the lead dog was covered in relatively fresh blood from his muzzle to behind his ears. It was not clear if it was his own blood, that of one of the cats, or even from the male dragging victim. Some of the kids were terrified.
Re: [UC] crime warning
Thank you for the information John. -- Sharon Nicolary Quoting John Ellingsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Neighbors Some of you may recall the recent incident regarding the shooting of an individual at 45th pine. This individual was shot, in the face, after surrendering his belongings to the perpetrators. He survived the shooting. It has come to my attention that there was an incident several days ago, wherein a couple was sitting on there porch on 49th street and a young man came onto the porch, displayed again and tried to gain entry to the house. The couple, entering first, slammed the door on him, at which point he fired the gun into the house. No one was injured. And last night, a man was approached by three guys at (45th Locust) who took his backback, cell phone and car. They made him lay face down in the street and beg them not to kill him. We have not heard anything from the University regarding these incidents (the first incident involved a University employee). We have not heard anything from the police. Neighbors, be careful! Look out for each other, and don't hesitate to call 911 if you see something suspicious going on on your block. -- Thanks, John Ellingsworth 2005-01-05 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] Another shooting
Jonathon: Don't you mean Penntrified? Sharon Nicolary Quoting Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED]: If both sides of Sansom Street had been included in the Catchment area, that block would already be gentrified and people would be exchanging tips on planting winter daisies rather than shooting each other. Damn Penn. Damn UCD. Damn proposed HD. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Michael Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2004 12:58 PM To: University City List Subject: [UC] Another shooting http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/news/11232004_nw_argumentshooting.html Remember, violent crime is NOT on the rise, the reporting has just gotten a lot better ;) Carry on! Cheers, _Michael. -- .. Michael Jastremski .. Network Systems Engineer .. .. www.oldtimeynerd.net ... .. www.openphoto.net ... You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] Bush Victory
For those of you who are ashamed to be an American, shame on you. We are lucky to be in a country where we have the right to express our opinion, and yes, vote for whomever we want... For those of you who want to move to Canada, why all the talk? Move to Canada. If you think you'll be happier there, I say go ahead. However, perpetuating such views as the president is dumb and I'm ashamed to be an American is disgusting to me. I know it is disappointing to have wanted a change in regime, but this doesn't mean we can continue to throw outrageous remarks around and continue this hatred. It is this kind of negativity that divides us as a country. We must consider a change in attitude. Sharon Quoting Dan Myers [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Anybody up for a mass move to Canada? I am utterly disgustedI thought this country knew what was good for them. Obviously, they are interested in making themselves look smarter by having a dumb president. It's really pathetic. I am hoping for a recount. Florida decision was made quite quickly this year, possibly to avoid cynicism. Dan Myers - Original Message - From: Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 9:09 AM Subject: [UC] Bush Victory The only silver lining I can see is that Bush is going have to deal with the mess that he created in Iraq and the next terrorist attack that will likely occur on his watch. I don't even want to think about what is going to happen with the Supreme Court. I think I am going to puke. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 1:02 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] Melinda E Salmon/Health/Phila is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 11/02/2004 and will not return until 11/05/2004. I will reply to your email upon my return. Thanks. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] Bush Victory
Hitler? Oh so now Bush is Hitler. That's an intelligent thing to say. If I were you and I believed that, I would get the hell out and stop talking about it. Sharon Quoting Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED]: It is not the democratic process that is pathetic, it is the people who are engaging in the democratic process. Remember, Hitler was very popular for a period of time too. As to the Slate article, I don't see John Edwards as being a particularly strong candidate- what did he bring to the ticket for Kerry? Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Samuel Nicolary Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 10:17 AM To: Dan Myers Cc: Jonathan Cass; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [UC] Bush Victory On Wed, 3 Nov 2004, Dan Myers wrote: Anybody up for a mass move to Canada? I am utterly disgustedI thought this country knew what was good for them. Obviously, they are interested in making themselves look smarter by having a dumb president. It's really pathetic. I am hoping for a recount. Florida decision was made quite quickly this year, possibly to avoid cynicism. Dan Myers Why is the democratic process pathetic simply because the majority of americans disagreed with you or I? If it had gone the other way you wouldn't be saying the same thing by why would it be any less pathetic to you? Simply because your side won? The same statement you made would be coming from the mouths of the republicans. vision of the annointed ? I will mark this up to misguided disappointment. It would serve this country and its inhabitants considerably if all sides had some respect for the democratic process even if their candidate didn't win. This shortage of tolerance for opposing viewpoints is precisely why the majority of inhabitants of our country will never evolve beyond the state of being easily manipulated party goons. -- Sam Nicolary - Original Message - From: Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 9:09 AM Subject: [UC] Bush Victory The only silver lining I can see is that Bush is going have to deal with the mess that he created in Iraq and the next terrorist attack that will likely occur on his watch. I don't even want to think about what is going to happen with the Supreme Court. I think I am going to puke. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 1:02 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] Melinda E Salmon/Health/Phila is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 11/02/2004 and will not return until 11/05/2004. I will reply to your email upon my return. Thanks. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] Bush Victory
Well-said. -- Sharon Nicolary Quoting Clinton, J. Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I'm not exactly sure how this all relates to west philly, but I suppose that the election is the most newsworthy topic of discussion for most people; all of the lists I subscribe to are temporarially election discussion lists. So here's my plea. Try not to blame the outcome of the election on moralists or religious whackos or whatever. I'm not sure that is where this discussion is going, but it sure did on other lists and so I'd like to try and prevent that here. I'm not a member of a political party because I don't see that either group represents my interests very well. I toss my tiny bit of support one way or another depending on the election. I am also a Christian, though I certainly don't identify with the conservative Christian ideology. The problem is, the Democrats can't seem to put a candidate on the ticket that I can wholehartedly support. Folks like me are tired of being told who we must vote for because of our faith when neither group really takes positions that we hold as important. There are lots of other progressive Christians out there, but they need to be courted and split away from the religious right. This would take a mighty chunk from the Republican base of support. I don't think the Democrats are going to do this though, because to court these people, they run the risk of turning off some of the more liberal elements of their support. So maybe someone out there has an idea how to organize the Religious Left to help counter the Religious Right or what that might look like. I truly feel for folks (in Ohio and elsewhere) who may have wanted to vote for John Kerry but couldn't quite do it because the national discussion of religious values was given up to the conservatives and nobody really talked about the flaws in the theology of just wars, the inconsistancy of being anti-abortion and pro-death pentalty, the invasion of foreign lands flying in the face of Christs' call to turn the other cheek, etcetera, etcetera. My $.02 for what it is worth. To read what someone who really knows how to write said about some of this, there is a statement put together by some theologeans at Fuller Seminary at: http://www.fullerseminary.net/sot/faculty/stassen/Resource_files/confessingc hrist.pdf -j. scott clinton -Original Message- From: Wilma de Soto [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 10:50 AM To: Mark Krull; Jonathan Cass; UnivCity listserv Subject: Re: [UC] Bush Victory Yes, it certainly is. Moreover, the Heartland which decides the course of this country is the least likely place where a terrorist attack will occur. They are prone to attack major metropolitan areas large, financial districts or seats of national government; namely the Eastern Seaboard and West Coats which went heavily for Kerry. Anyway, he was duly elected and we have to respect that we live in a different country from The Heartland. Fortunately, we are exposed to many more things and have a larger point of view that they do not see. I went to college in Ohio and I know whereof I speak. On 11/3/04 9:48 AM, Mark Krull [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Its depressing really. It was values that led to this. -Original Message- From: Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Nov 3, 2004 9:09 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] Bush Victory The only silver lining I can see is that Bush is going have to deal with the mess that he created in Iraq and the next terrorist attack that will likely occur on his watch. I don't even want to think about what is going to happen with the Supreme Court. I think I am going to puke. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 1:02 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] Melinda E Salmon/Health/Phila is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 11/02/2004 and will not return until 11/05/2004. I will reply to your email upon my return. Thanks. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive
RE: [UC] Bush Victory
I agree that criticism is vital to the process. Your point is valid there. But there is a difference between intelligent criticism and some of the things I read on this list or hear on CNN. I agree also with your that both candidates being deeply flawed. White males with Yale degrees and wealthy families and/or spouses--well that's all we have to choose from. -- Sharon Nicolary Quoting Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hitler? Oh so now Bush is Hitler. That wasn't my point. My point was that a popular leader -- and Bush appears to have won the popular vote -- is not necessarily a good, worthy leader. I think the emerging flaw in our democratic process is that the process itself is causing this country to have to consistently choose between two deeply flawed candidates. I would get the hell out and stop talking about it. That sounds a lot like America -- love it or leave it, a narrow-minded view that fails, nay refuses, to understand that criticism in vital to the democratic process. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: Sharon Nicolary [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 11:09 AM To: Jonathan Cass Cc: 'Samuel Nicolary'; 'Dan Myers'; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [UC] Bush Victory Hitler? Oh so now Bush is Hitler. That's an intelligent thing to say. If I were you and I believed that, I would get the hell out and stop talking about it. Sharon Quoting Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED]: It is not the democratic process that is pathetic, it is the people who are engaging in the democratic process. Remember, Hitler was very popular for a period of time too. As to the Slate article, I don't see John Edwards as being a particularly strong candidate- what did he bring to the ticket for Kerry? Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Samuel Nicolary Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 10:17 AM To: Dan Myers Cc: Jonathan Cass; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [UC] Bush Victory On Wed, 3 Nov 2004, Dan Myers wrote: Anybody up for a mass move to Canada? I am utterly disgustedI thought this country knew what was good for them. Obviously, they are interested in making themselves look smarter by having a dumb president. It's really pathetic. I am hoping for a recount. Florida decision was made quite quickly this year, possibly to avoid cynicism. Dan Myers Why is the democratic process pathetic simply because the majority of americans disagreed with you or I? If it had gone the other way you wouldn't be saying the same thing by why would it be any less pathetic to you? Simply because your side won? The same statement you made would be coming from the mouths of the republicans. vision of the annointed ? I will mark this up to misguided disappointment. It would serve this country and its inhabitants considerably if all sides had some respect for the democratic process even if their candidate didn't win. This shortage of tolerance for opposing viewpoints is precisely why the majority of inhabitants of our country will never evolve beyond the state of being easily manipulated party goons. -- Sam Nicolary - Original Message - From: Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 9:09 AM Subject: [UC] Bush Victory The only silver lining I can see is that Bush is going have to deal with the mess that he created in Iraq and the next terrorist attack that will likely occur on his watch. I don't even want to think about what is going to happen with the Supreme Court. I think I am going to puke. Jonathan A. Cass -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2004 1:02 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] Melinda E Salmon/Health/Phila is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 11/02/2004 and will not return until 11/05/2004. I will reply to your email upon my return. Thanks. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html
Re: [UC] Bush Using Drugs Response 3
I see that it is cool to hate Bush and all, but is it also cool to actually like Kerry? Just wondering. Sharon Nicolary Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: In a message dated 7/29/2004 8:54:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: He must be destroyed. Pete: What kind of TV did you watch when you were growing up? Or, were you out blowing up frogs with B2? Craig You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] Fw: [DFA-NorCal] Bush's Erratic Behavior Worries White House Aides
I second that. Do they think we are idiots? Sharon Quoting Brian Siano [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I've seen this on other sites, and frankly, I think it's bullshit. There are no sources quoted by name, so it's entirely unverifiable. And it's got two big problems. The first is that it's too good to be true, i.e., watching Bush get all Nixonian. The second is that it seems entirely out of character for the Bush administration. Bush ain't a foamer, and I can't see him getting as twisted as Nixon did; I can see him bashing-on-regardless, and never comprehending how much harm he's done to the country. Sorry, gang, but I peg this article as a complete hoax. KAREN ALLEN wrote: From: Beverly Hill [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Karen Allen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Fw: [DFA-NorCal] Bush's Erratic Behavior Worries White House Aides Date: Sat, 5 Jun 2004 08:09:17 -0700 Bush's Erratic Behavior Worries White House Aides Sent: Friday, June 04, 2004 7:26 PM Subject: [DFA-NorCal] Bush's Erratic Behavior Worries White House Aides Wow! http://www.capitolhillblue.com/artman/publish/article_4636.shtml Bush's Erratic Behavior Worries White House Aides By DOUG THOMPSON Publisher, Capitol Hill Blue Jun 4, 2004, 06:15 President George W. Bush's increasingly erratic behavior and wide mood swings has the halls of the West Wing buzzing lately as aides privately express growing concern over their leader's state of mind. In meetings with top aides and administration officials, the President goes from quoting the Bible in one breath to obscene tantrums against the media, Democrats and others that he classifies as enemies of the state. Worried White House aides paint a portrait of a man on the edge, increasingly wary of those who disagree with him and paranoid of a public that no longer trusts his policies in Iraq or at home. It reminds me of the Nixon days, says a longtime GOP political consultant with contacts in the White House. Everybody is an enemy; everybody is out to get him. That's the mood over there. In interviews with a number of White House staffers who were willing to talk off the record, a picture of an administration under siege has emerged, led by a man who declares his decisions to be God's will and then tells aides to fuck over anyone they consider to be an opponent of the administration. We're at war, there's no doubt about it. What I don't know anymore is just who the enemy might be, says one troubled White House aide. We seem to spend more time trying to destroy John Kerry than al Qaeda and our enemies list just keeps growing and growing. Aides say the President gets hung up on minor details, micromanaging to the extreme while ignoring the bigger picture. He will spend hours personally reviewing and approving every attack ad against his Democratic opponent and then kiss off a meeting on economic issues. This is what is killing us on Iraq, one aide says. We lost focus. The President got hung up on the weapons of mass destruction and an unproven link to al Qaeda. We could have found other justifiable reasons for the war but the President insisted the focus stay on those two, tenuous items. Aides who raise questions quickly find themselves shut out of access to the President or other top advisors. Among top officials, Bush's inner circle is shrinking. Secretary of State Colin Powell has fallen out of favor because of his growing doubts about the administration's war against Iraq. The President's abrupt dismissal of CIA Directory George Tenet Wednesday night is, aides say, an example of how he works. Tenet wanted to quit last year but the President got his back up and wouldn't hear of it, says an aide. That would have been the opportune time to make a change, not in the middle of an election campaign but when the director challenged the President during the meeting Wednesday, the President cut him off by saying 'that's it George. I cannot abide disloyalty. I want your resignation and I want it now. Tenet was allowed to resign voluntarily and Bush informed his shocked staff of the decision Thursday morning. One aide says the President actually described the decision as God's will. God may also be the reason Attorney General John Ashcroft, the administration's lightning rod because of his questionable actions that critics argue threatens freedoms granted by the Constitution, remains part of the power elite. West Wing staffers call Bush and Ashcroft the Blues Brothers because they're on a mission from God. The Attorney General is tight with the President because of religion, says one aide. They both believe any action is justifiable in the name of God. But the President who says he rules at the behest of God can also tongue-lash those he perceives as disloyal, calling them fucking assholes in front of other staff, berating one cabinet official in front of others and labeling anyone who disagrees with him unpatriotic or anti-American. The mood here is that we're under
Re: [UC] Political B.S
That's no way to play devil's advocate, and if it is a joke, it's a bad one. If Mr. Zardis is playing games, the list is not the place to do it. And that kind of remark is obnoxious and horrible even if he is kidding. And if he is kidding, my positive response is that he needs to take that elsewhere and off the list. Sharon Nicolary Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Well, as a butch lesbian, with kids, I feel that... Wait a minute - Oh no... You got to be kidding. Is that why your web name is devil's advacat? You're just playing the devil's advocate for sake of conversation, right?? Please tell me I'm right... M. M. Harvey You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] Political B.S
Fred: Thank you for your words. To everyone else, I would like to extend my views for a second, if I may. Marriage means a monogamous commitment between two people, not two heterosexuals, homosexuals, whatever. It means that two people decide they want to be with the other, every day, through the good, the bad, and the ugly, because the good is the best they will ever have in their life. I actually cannot believe there is even an argument here. I cannot imagine of all the heterosexual married couples I know or know of, that any one of them would stand up and say that homosexuals have no right to enjoy the same privileges of a heterosexual married couple. You have just as much a right as I, to express your devotion in a public ceremony, to be recognized as a legally married couple, as any of us do. We let anyone heterosexual get married in our legal system. You don't have to prove anything, just that you are a man and a woman. If we are going to continue to have this condition placed on marriage, why not more conditions? I wonder how the hetereosexual couple would feel if the tables were somehow turned? Let's face it. Many people don't really get monogamy. For the people like you who obviously get it and do it right and are together for thirty-two years, I feel very happy for you, and happy for our world the more I see it. Anyone who thinks they can place judgment on this is seriously deluded about their own lives and people in general. Sad to say, but many people are. I apologize on behalf of the heterosexuals who think they can make a judgment about this. Sharon Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Bill. You wrote: If gay marriage becomes legal that will make it easier for them to adopt kids and teach them to be queer too. (Not that there is anything wrong with that) I am positive that that you cannot teach someone to be gay. Either God makes you gay, or straight, or somewhere in between. One can no sooner teach someone whose orientation is heterosexual to 'switch teams than one can teach someone attracted to the same gender as themselves to go straight All those ex-gay testemonies are a bunch of BS. Why can't they stay in the closet and do this stuff behind closed doors instead of doing it in public parks and other public places ? There is a small minority of the gay population who do this. Accept my appologies for their behavior. But for myself and my partner, and our numerous friends who were created gay, don't generalize about our sexuality and we won't generalize about yours! Finally, after spending thirty-two and a half years with the same man, I've earned every benefit that the govenment gives a heterosexual married couple, but because we can't be married, our civil rights as a couple and a household are minimal! I am positive we are being screwed! Fred Wolfe WRZ PS - Positive feedback only please. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] State of the Union address
Yes, Mr. Zardus. A chipmunk could run the US. Perhaps a chicken-hawk could also. I wish that people would really think about things before making ridiculous comments like this. Let's all just stop and think occasionally before spouting off things like that. Sharon Quoting William Zardus [EMAIL PROTECTED]: This is probably the dumbest president we've ever had in office. I don't think he has the brains of a chipmunk. Plus he's a pathetic chicken-hawk. WRZ Original Message Follows From: Knight, Sandra (US - Philadelphia) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Knight, Sandra (US - Philadelphia) [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] State of the Union address Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:38:41 -0500 Tonight is the State of the Union address. Does anyone know if Kerry has a longer pedigree than Bush? According to election lore, that candidate who has the longer pedigree (no jokes, according to Burke's Peerage) always wins. It has always been true for every election, as far as I know. I don't want to tease myself with the possibility of something that may not happen, i.e., Bush's opponent, whoever he is winning. Sande Knight tel. 215-246-2424 fax 215-405-3178 [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ Let the new MSN Premium Internet Software make the most of your high-speed experience. http://join.msn.com/?pgmarket=en-uspage=byoa/premST=1 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] Fw: Letters the Troops Have Sent Me... by Michael Moore
Are things like worthless piece of trash necessary to say? Is political commentary in such a way on this list necessary? Quoting William Zardus [EMAIL PROTECTED]: The first thing we need to do is stop electing gutless chicken-hawks to be president. Quayle beget Clinton, Clinton beget Bush Old man Bush made Quayle his running mate to clear the way for his gutless son 8 years later but none of us knew it at the time. I am 100% certain that was his only motivation for nominating that worthles piece of trash as his VP. As a Vietrnam vet I am very sad to see what this country has become. WRZ The hatred of Jews Arabs for each other will never end and eventually that is going to bring down the entire world. _ Have fun customizing MSN Messenger learn how here! http://www.msnmessenger-download.com/tracking/reach_customize You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] Avoiding Vehicular Break-Ins
That is very good advice. I would also add that you should refrain from leaving even a quarter on the floor or a penny or anything. Quoting Jonathan Cass [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I think it goes without saying, but I will say it anyway: (1) DON'T LEAVE ANYTHING THAT LOOKS REMOTELY VALUABLE IN PLAIN VIEW IN YOU CAR. (2)DON'T LEAVE ANYTING IN PLAIN VIEW THAT WOULD SUGGEST THAT THERE MIGHT BE SOMETHING OF VALUE IN THE CAR (charger of cell phone, etc). (2)DON'T LEAVE ANYTHING IN YOUR CAR THAT YOUR CARE IF IT GETS STOLEN. I walk by cars all the time and see things of value in plain view -- radar detectors; change; portable CD players; etc. We live in the City. People steal stuff from cars. Be smart and don't make your car a target. Jonathan A. Cass Silverman, Bernheim Vogel Two Penn Center Plaza, Suite 910 Philadelphia, PA 19102 Tel: 215-636-4435 Fax: 215-636-3999 E-Mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] This electronic message contains information from the law firm of Silverman Bernheim Vogel which may be confidential or privileged. This information is intended for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this information is prohibited. If you have received this electronic transmission in error, please notify use immediately by telephone, 215-569-, or by e-mail reply. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Dubin, Elisabeth Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2003 11:02 AM To: University City Subject: RE: [UC] Alert: Another Car Breakin at 48th Beaumont Someone broke in to my roomate's car on the 4600 block of Hazel. I say broke because the window was already broken from last year's break-in. Anyway, they stole a bunch of tapes (no value except personal) and for some reason her owner's manual for the car. DUH. ?? E ELISABETH DUBIN hillier ONE SOUTH PENN SQUARE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107 TEL: 215.636. FAX: 215.636.9989 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Joe Clarke [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2003 9:19 PM To: University City Subject: [UC] Alert: Another Car Breakin at 48th Beaumont Someone broke into my sister's car last night. They used a screw driver to open the trunk and stole a lot of clothes that she had in there. They also broke the read window and searched the car for valuables. I've reported this to the Police and to UCD. This is going to persist until this/these people are caught. They had to have spent a lot of time going through my sister's car, which was parked beneath the street lamp. Did anyone see or hear anything? There was a lot of stuff and it would not be easy just to make away with it. Any help would be appreciated. Joe Clarke The first casualty of war is truth. And when the elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] Re: Crime news from 900 block of 48th St.
Thank you to all who replied. 911 did sound strange, but I called and they said an officer will call me back. I will also call UCD as suggested. Sharon Quoting Melanie C. Green [EMAIL PROTECTED]: As strange as it sounds, you actually call 911 to report it. They'll take your name and address, and someone from the appropriate police office will call you back to take the official report. At 10:12 AM 10/27/03 -0500, you wrote: Saturday night 900 block of Farragut, our car was broken into also. There was nothing stolen, nothing for them to take. They left quite a mess for us, however. Where do I report it? Quoting Marielena Mata [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Similarly, our car got broken into in the 4600 block of Cedar Avenue this weekend. My biggest complain is all the broken glass over the child seat in the back. Maty You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] cat poisoning
I am also very upset by this. This man has a problem. Something is wrong with him. Those poor cats have been sick and thin for some time. You can smell the cat feces from down the street. It is disgusting. I was sorry to hear that someone has poisened these poor cats, but let's not point fingers at the folks living on Farragut. I am curious as to why this man has not been brought up on charges of animal cruelty. Perhaps we should all contact the people at the PACCA and bother them enough about this that they will do something to prevent more cats from dying terrible deaths and from being left to procreate out of control and making our neighborhood a unhealthy environment. Quoting Michael [EMAIL PROTECTED]: http://citypaper.net/articles/2003-10-02/cb4.shtml Being a responsible cat owner living near Paul Kelley's residence, I must add my opinion to this thread. That man has been fueling the neighborhood cat population for years. We take very good care of our pets, neuter them, feed them, and even take care of some of the strays that live in the area. It is a disgrace to see these beautiful little guys get hit by cars, starve and have no real home, only to have him breed more . I had always chalked his irresponsibility up to not knowing any better, but now that i see that he is doing this in the name of pro-life it really makes me very very angry. Its really a shame that its come to this. Now I have to fear for the health of my animals as some of them are acting ill. If we find out who is responsible for this they are going to have some very very serious problems. Its most likely a nearby neighbor, perhaps someone living or working on farragut street.. I know most of the folks on nearby 46th and i can tell you with much certainty that its noone i know, as most are caring pet owners. Sincerely, --Michael. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] [Opinion: Bikes]
That is a ridiculous thing to say. It is dangerous on the street and Philly drivers are maniacs. If people are courteous on their bikes on the sidewalk, there is nothing wrong with sharing. Nice ending Get a Life. This list really amazes me sometimes. Sharon Nicolary Quoting John Ellingsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED]: All bicyclists riding on the sidewalk should get a ticket for doing so. Get a helmet and ride in the street, where you are supposed to; otherwise, I might accidentally knock you down if you're on the sidewalk near me. Riders cowering from autos by riding on the sidewalk do nothing to affirm that bicyclists have every right to ride in the street as automobiles, and puts often unsuspecting walkers at risk. When your parents told you not to ride your bike in the street, they were wrong. Get a life. Get a bike. And ride in the street. John Ellingsworth http://ellingsworth.org/john/ You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] [Opinion: Bikes]
What kind of intelligent comment is that? What does that even mean? Quoting Knight, Sandra (US - Philadelphia) [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Boy did you hit on one of my major pet peeves. Bike riders on the pavements can be described in two words: Candy Ass. Sande Knight Deloitte Touche Assurance and Advisory Services tel 215-246-2424 fax 215-405-3178 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: John Ellingsworth [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 10:25 AM To: UC Subject: [UC] [Opinion: Bikes] All bicyclists riding on the sidewalk should get a ticket for doing so. Get a helmet and ride in the street, where you are supposed to; otherwise, I might accidentally knock you down if you're on the sidewalk near me. Riders cowering from autos by riding on the sidewalk do nothing to affirm that bicyclists have every right to ride in the street as automobiles, and puts often unsuspecting walkers at risk. When your parents told you not to ride your bike in the street, they were wrong. Get a life. Get a bike. And ride in the street. John Ellingsworth http://ellingsworth.org/john/ You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
