User talk:Paul Pieniezny/2006

Vladimir Khodov

Sorry I thought the article was saying the womans name was Sveta Borik, it is much more clear now.- Moshe Constantine Hassan Al-Silverburg | Talk 12:40, 23 March 2006 (UTC)[reply]

OK, but you know, the topic was discussed between me and Sherurcij on the talk page. That was why he reverted. I suppose I better edit out the part about your intervention on the talk page. User:Pan Gerwazy--pgp 21:57, 1 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I have removed the unreferenced tag, since now we have four external links. abakharev 21:49, 1 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks. Of course, I now realize I should have done that before. Perhaps thought it was some else's task. User:Pan Gerwazy--pgp 21:57, 1 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Vitebsk

In response to your message, I made some googling and hit upon circumstantial accounts of Vitebsk history here and here. I will ask other editors to help you too. Cheers, Ghirla ^-трёп- 17:49, 31 March 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Paul, Please see my message on Ghirla's talkpage. --Hardscarf 11:38, 1 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Quick reply

I am just leaving for Ottawa right now, but just a quick note that the story can still be found where archived, so best to just include the new url instead :) Sherurcij ^{(talk) (Terrorist Wikiproject)} 12:33, 6 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

If you have the complete text of the Villager's letter, it would be suitable for WikiSource, and then a link in VK's article to it. Or do you just mean mentioning it? I thought we already mentioned his mother's phonecall, but apparently not, so I definitely agree :) I feel According to police files, Vladimir now joined a terrorist training camp in Ingushetia. should use a different word than "terrorist training camp", and should probably be mentioned as part of Despite being a wanted criminal, Vladimir was released by the police shortly after. Shamil Basayev has claimed that this was when Vladimir was given the choice of prison or helping to infiltrate the Chechen warlord's movement.[2] since they are referencing the same thing. (VK's entry into Basayev's system, in 2003, after his brother's death). I think I am confused about when Anatoly died, but you are right, it was after Borik's funeral, since VK said he wanted him to die. Sherurcij ^{(talk) (Terrorist Wikiproject)} 15:55, 24 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

If you are willing to translate the letter yourself, then it can go as a Translated text to Wikisource, and assuming there's also a .ru Wikisource, the untranslated letter can go there.

Do you have a name for The journalist asked the Militia minister of Northern Ossetia whether the freeing of VK proved that he had powerful protectors in the local police department (ROVD). "I do not exclude that possibility" who that Minister is?

Similarly, Vladimir did not arrive at the funeral on his own, but in the company of two bearded friends, one of whom villagers later recognized amongh the dead Beslan hostage takers, do we have a name for him? I hate referencing anonymous people. Aleksandra's earlier marriage was presumably to Vladimir's father, no?

About the word "terrorist", I much prefer terms like hostagetaker, hijacker, etcetera. Basayev, like Ibn al-Khattab whose article I was bemoaning earlier today, is called "a warlord". He became known for Killing 50-100 Russian soldiers, now is that "terrorism" or "warfare"? It's a difficult line, so as much as possible, I prefer not to call anybody "terrorist" unless necessary. Sherurcij ^{(talk) (Terrorist Wikiproject)} 22:43, 24 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Pytalovo

You shall find the modern coat here. It incorporates part of a horseshow from the pre-WWII blazon of Abrene, because "the district is renowned for its horse-breeding traditions". Of course I would use the modern coat of arms. --Ghirla ^-трёп- 16:09, 28 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Frankly, I don't know about Pytalovo's coat and am not very interested in the subject. I believe you know Russian well enough to search ru.net without my help. I don't see how I can be of much help for you there. Cheers, Ghirla ^-трёп- 16:29, 28 April 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Tourisheva's name

Thank you for your comment! I replied to you on her Talk Page. Cmapm 11:55, 1 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Mayakovskoe

I'm not really competent to help you in this discussion, because I seldom edit articles on 20th-century history if at all. I advertised this very important discussion on Portal:Russia/New article announcements in the hope that other editors would want to chime in. Please keep up the good work, Ghirla ^-трёп- 17:21, 11 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

You are welcome to rewrite the article as soon as possible. By the way, if you want to discuss some issue, you may want to post a notice on Portal:Russia/Russia-related Wikipedia notice board. This way, it may attract the attention and comments of other wikipedians interested in Russia-related subjects. Happy edits, Ghirla ^-трёп- 16:51, 15 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Xlit

Hi there, Pan! I've just noticed this edit of yours, and thought that if you are interested in transliteration issues, then maybe you would be interested in participating in the WP:CYR project, which aims to unify the Cyrillic transliteration practices in Wikipedia. Once it's completed, I very much hope to pass a policy requiring the transliteration of all Russian names according to whatever guidelines are accepted during the WP:CYR debates. Would you be interested in joining in? Take care,—Ëzhiki (ërinacëus amurënsis) • (yo?); 14:25, 30 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

DYK

- |On June 3, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Said-Magomed Kakiev, which you created. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.

Pyotr Leshchenko

Thanks for starting this article and Serdtse. When you write new articles, please don't forget to announce them on Portal:Russia/New article announcements. Happy edits, Ghirla ^-трёп- 11:08, 16 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

DYK

On June 17, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Pyotr Leshchenko, which you created. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.

--Cactus.man ✍ 08:12, 17 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Polfbroekstraat

Thank you very very much for your support on Polfbroekstraat and Eiland. You can't imagine how frustrating it was to have to convince some Admins / editors who now nothing of the situation that a bunch of people could indeed be creating a parallel universe. It's quite a relief that I'm not dreaming after all. I hope your explanation can convince some people of my view. Fram 19:29, 17 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Unfortuantely, as seen from below, some people prefer the slow administrative approach. --pgp 19:35, 17 June 2006 (UTC)

I think the admin in case is correct (I had to learn the rules for Speedy as well), as this article looks a if it could contain correct info. Speedy is only for articles that are clearly nonsense or non notable for even an outsider.

and, Pan G., you have not completed the Afd for Polfbroekstraat. Check out the article and WP:AfD to see how to continue, if you shouldn't know what to do. Fram 20:14, 17 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Geographic locations

Hi,

I believe you completely, and understand your frustration -- the problem is that Wikipedia historically has had a very liberal attitude to real places. There were once long arguments over whether vacant spits of land off Norway, just a few meters wide, deserved articles. From what you say, these unimportant places could probably be PRODed (see WP:PROD), but I can't speedy them in good faith. The WP:CSD are deliberately narrow, and none apply here. In particular, the definition of "nonsense" is very narrow (see CSD G1). Unfortunately, these things are similar enough to genuine content such that the rules require a five day wait through PROD. Best wishes, Xoloz 19:31, 17 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Goeiedag

LOL, yeah, I know how it's pronounced... :) :) - CrazyRussian talk/email 03:02, 18 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Gotem

If you could visit the area and take a few photos for us that would be much appreciated. Please make sure you are at the correct location (50° 47' 60" N, 5° 17' 60" E). Merci beaucoup et bon voyage. Gotem. --Charlesxavier 23:29, 17 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Heroicities

"On account of these heroicities, User:Charlesxavier on his userpage promoted me to member of the rycerz Szlachta [2]."

That doesn't seem very accurate to me. I will go put a ridiculous claim on my user page relating to you. syphonbyte 22:16, 24 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Oops - cannot stand a joke, even when it is built on one? In any case, go ahead. Be prepared to see it quoted here. For some days. No reason to get uncivil, by the way. User:Pan_Gerwazy--pgp 22:39, 24 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I wasn't being uncivil, I just wanted you to know that you gave me a barn. syphonbyte 23:43, 24 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Important

Please vote: Wikipedia:Templates for deletion/Log/2006 June 28#Template:POV-tag --Ghirla ^-трёп- 18:34, 28 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Please do not edit the text in POV because tag

The purpose of the tag is to represent the view opposite to that represented in the article. The present version of the article reflects the view of one side of the dispute. In my opinion, it is not neutral. I marked our disagreement with the tag, which reflects my view. You may disagree with my view. Then let's work together to find a common point. Please do not edit the tag.--AndriyK 21:10, 28 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Your Signature...

...needs service (I think). I noticed it here. Wanna step inside my shop? :NikoSilver: 22:15, 28 June 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Summary by Alex Bakharev at Wikipedia:Requests_for_comment/Irpen

Your have endorsed the summary by Alex Bakharev at Wikipedia:Requests_for_comment/Irpen which misinforms the community. Alex Bakharev wrote about Russian architecture: "There is no discussion on the talk page, no suggestions on improving the article". In fact there was (and still is) a discussion on the talk page and solution has been proposed. (Please see Wikipedia:Requests_for_comment/Irpen#Comment_to_the_summary_by_Alex_Bakharev_and_others). I suggest you to withdraw your signature under the summary.--AndriyK 08:49, 3 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Al-Qaida on Chechen article

Hi Pan, i was about to change the idiotic title "Al-qaida and pro-war" to pro-separatist web sites when you made the change "pro-umarov." Thank you very much. I think there are lots of Russian nationalist POV pushers on that article. We have to maintain NPOV and respect the most important pillar of Wiki. There was no indication on web sites of being Al-Qaida associates or having pro-war views. Prague Watchdog is one of the most respected Human Rights Watch organizations in Europe (and their web site was under "Al-Qaida and pro-war"). Thanks again. Ldingley 20:42, 5 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Pan, Your judgement seems to be right (and anyway you are in the better position to judge - you are westerner and you been there during the second war). Please go ahead with reclassifying the references. abakharev 00:16, 7 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

AfD Nomination List of tango singers

An article that you have been involved in editing, List of tango singers, has been listed at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/List of tango singers. Please look there to see why this is, if you are interested in it not being deleted. Thank you.

AdamBiswanger1 15:47, 12 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

You are welcome :-) [1] - Tobias Conradi (Talk) 14:08, 13 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Re: Aux armes, citoyen!

Merci et bon 14 Juillet à vous aussi! ^_^

List of Tango musicians

Dear Pan:

Como tale vous? Merci for your message on my page.

I guess I got carried away on the vote page, but that's because of all the anti-hispanic things going on in this side of the United States. I truly believe we are in a moment where we are making history, like the overturning of the Berlin Wall or Apartheid government in the late 1980's and early 1990's but let me tell you a lot of people don't like that and they even threaten to shoot Hispanics who walk in front of their houses, and so it wouldn't surprise me that an anti-Hispanic would try to erase articles and lists about things that mean so much to our culture, like Tango.

I did over react but hopefully my opinion can deter some real racists from making this a personal site where to perform their "duties".

I hope you understand. Once again thanks and God bless you!

Sincerely yours, Antonio Champ d' Elysse Statue Martin

TfD

As of now, I think the best bet is to contact an admin and ask him/her to close the vote and delete the template. Certainly enough time has passed, and the delete share of the vote high enough, to delete right now. Thanks for your efforts. 172 | Talk 18:45, 19 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Socks and stuff

I don't know if it was him indeed, what I know for sure, is that it wasn't me. And how do I know? See, I wrote to Telex "exeis gramma", after pressing the plus sign on top, with no heading. "exeis gramma" would be correctly transliterated from Greek as "éhis grámma" (έχεις γράμμα) meaning "you have a letter" (or mail).

When I typed that, I had no idea what was above. What I only know, is that I notified Telex for e-mail. That's all. Good luck. :NikoSilver: 19:03, 28 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Nemmersdorf/Evac of E. Prussia

I read Mayakovskoye article, I don't see any place where the credibility of neutral observers is questioned. I actually see it reinforcing my viewpoint. But then again that article also needs reworked as it is full of weasel words and POV problems.

--Jadger 03:31, 4 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

that doesn't really attack their credibility though, it more reinforces the idea that the Nazis made some of it up in a propoganda ruse. it was a massacre, the total death count is not the only thing that matters when it comes to being called horrendous. Personally, I see all intention murder (as well as the rapes and tortures) of civilians as horrendous.

it is indeed POV, for instance you or a previous editor have written "Nazi propaganda machine disseminated its description of the event", instead of the more neutral Nazi propoganda ministry.

you (or someone else) have also written "as an example of the alleged worst behavior in Eastern Germany." Cases of rapes and murder by the Soviets in Historical eastern Germany is well documented, they are not "alleged".

also here: "his has been re-inforced by people repeating the accusations who would not normally be associated with Nazi propaganda, for example the post war co-publisher of the weekly Die Zeit, Marion Gräfin Dönhoff,..." that was in 1962, before the new evidence was found, and not to mention that they are not "accusations" but the massacre actually did happen, if not on as large of a scale as the Propogandaministerium claimed.

--Jadger 15:59, 4 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I agree, our opinions are very much the same but our viewpoints are slightly different. alas, I do not have much time on my hands either, but together we should work to bring the articles up to snuff.

--Jadger 02:31, 7 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks a lot

Your statement in my support was not expected and I really appreciate your boldness to gainsay a number of administrators in this matter. I don't think that you could do anything to salvage me, if ArbCom had decided in advance. OK, we shall see. By the way, I was disappointed when you called yourself a dwarf. This is simply not true! Your work in Wikipedia is greatly appreciated. --Ghirla ^-трёп- 17:56, 6 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Re Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Makpal Isabekova

I might reconsider my decision for Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Makpal Isabekova, but please answer the question I posted on the AfD page first.

Thanks.

--Nishkid64 21:26, 7 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Please trim your statement on Requests for arbitration

Thank you for making a statement in an Arbitration application on Requests for arbitration. We ask all participants and commentators to limit the size of their initial statements to 500 words. Please trim your statement. If the case is accepted, you will have the opportunity to present more evidence. Neat, concisely presented statements are much more likely to be understood and to influence the decisions of the arbitrators.

For the Arbitration Committee. -- Drini 18:23, 8 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Kazachstan Music Competition

see talk contribution from user nishkid (above). It looks without the articles the main article about the TV show becomes substanceless and boring. All of the pages use layout, include a picture. There is no direct guideline for WP:NOTABILITY, means, it is possible to consider an article noteable, even if it does not meet the criteria for WP:MUSIC. My suggestion is to keep them for now, and reconsider deletion if they do not improve/expand. There are much worse articles about music records. Editors are so scared about the content, they do not suggest them for deletion. Including me. I take this topic serious in terms to establish guidelines for music records, in extension of WP:MUSIC. It makes a difference if an article is pleasant, or unpleasant (though this is not descision making). Maybe they are more famous soon... User:Yy-bo 17:58, 9 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Ghirla Arbitration Case

Hello Pan, please be as bold and annoying as you wish! I'm glad you enjoyed my rantings and found some virtue in my arguements. I felt I first had to set the record straight regarding Wiglaf's departure, since he is no longer here to do so himself. He is entitled to that much respect and dignity at least. His reasons are personal and private. But suffice it to say, the article on the Varangians, was not the last reason he had to stay. Then I, suddenly, found myself defending Ghirla and (by extension) others like him...cantankerous, quarrelsome but still great contributors (you know the type;). This group has become a persecuted minority around here. I don't care for all of Ghirla's behavior, I'm sure he feels likewise towards me, but I detest scapegoating, kanagaroo courts, inquisitions and witch hunts far, far more! So I will gladly serve as his Voltarian Advocate by defending to the death his right to be a vodka-pissing asshole and a great editor. Given what the Clerk of the court seems to think of me [2] I'm surprised he hasn't yet "conservatively trimmed", my stements already. But fear not, the original is still in the history and diffs, as well as saved elsewhere, EXO-Pedia if you catch my drift. Should the editing task fall to me, I'll take care not to prune off or tone down too much. As for User:Molobo, check his contribs. For a "Banned" users he seems quite active of late...not to mention the absence of that scary "THIS USER HAS BEEN BANNED" sign on his page. I check in occasionally to see what the old boy is up to. I'm truly amazed he's lasted so long. At the rate things are going, he will win by simply outlating all his foes. Maybe that is his strategy...suffice to say I hope it fails. Thanks again for stopping by, for the compliments and helpful suggestions.--R.D.H. (Ghost In The Machine) 00:17, 11 September 2006 (UTC)(Or simply Ghost, to his friends;)[reply]

Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Kven

Hello,

An Arbitration case in which you commented has been opened: Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Kven. Please add any evidence you may wish the arbitrators to consider to the evidence sub-page, Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Kven/Evidence. You may also contribute to the case on the workshop sub-page, Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Kven/Workshop.

On behalf of the Arbitration Committee, --FloNight 23:42, 14 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

talk:Erika Steinbach

While we may be on opposing sides, we are the only major actors that are being atleast a little sensible on this issue. We have not engaged in wild accusations or personal attacks, and we have not removed other people's postings. Balcer has done all of that, Stettiner, SuW and PP have donethe first two.

In case Balcer continues to delete it, I offer a new vote that is more neutral and actually has two choices to vote for, and has both sides represented. here is the link to our my edit if Balcer continues to remove it [[3]]

I wish we could get all the others to just shut their mouths while those of us that are willing to continue intelligent discussion debate the matter.

--Jadger 05:32, 17 September 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Hadise

I will leave the language technicalities to you. I was of the impression that Flemish is similar to but not identical to Dutch. Thanks for clearing it up--Hboss 07:00, 20 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Muchas gracias

Hey Pan Gerwazy, thanks a lot for supporting me in my recent RfA. It succeeded, and I am very grateful to all of you. If you ever need help with anything, please don't hesitate to ask. Also, feel free point out any mistakes I make! Thanks again, —Khoi khoi 04:54, 21 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Turkish Genocide in Peloponnese

I have semi-protected the article as you have requested. Sorry for been slow, just was not around my computer Alex Bakharev 11:07, 24 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Elonka

Thank you for participating in my recent RfA. Unfortunately consensus was not reached, and the nomination was not successful. However,I appreciate that you took the time to comment, as I find it a valuable thing to understand how I am perceived by others in the Wikipedia community. If there is anything that I can do in the future to help further address your concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. --Elonka 09:42, 25 October 2006 (UTC) - - == Thank you for supporting my RfA == - - Thank you for supporting my RfA that I have passed with 73/2/1.--Jusjih 10:07, 27 October 2006 (UTC) - - == Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Kven == - - This case is now closed and the results have been published at the link above. - - Kven-user limited to one account and is placed on probation. He may be banned from any article or set of articles which he disrupts by aggressive biased editing. The Kven-user is banned from editing articles related to Kven or making any edits regarding the topic. Should Kven-user edit under any username or IP prior to selecting a username any edit made may be removed on sight and the account indefinitely blocked. Should Kven-user violate any ban, he may be briefly blocked, up to a month in the event of repeat offenses. All blocks to be logged at Wikipedia:Requests_for_arbitration/Kven#Log_of_blocks_and_bans. - - For the Arbitration Committee --Srik e it ^{(Talk | Email)} 00:16, 4 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Ru-Sib

Why do you delete ru-sib interwiki (for ex. Ingria)?????--Ottorahn 21:34, 7 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Sauce for the goose, is sauce for the gander. There was and is no link to Russian there. I even doubt that before the bots started their work, there were any in your project. To get back on topic, I also deleted the link in English Hamlet because any link to that obscene passage is a disgrace. --Pan Gerwazy 01:02, 8 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I believed this is NOT ru-wikipedia. I'm not satisfied with your explanation. I don't care who do u think you are. Link will be restored. If delete again - I'll inform against you. It is vandalism.--Ottorahn 03:23, 8 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for your support!

Se la face ay pale, la cause est...

23:42, 7 November 2006 (UTC)

If I'm a bit pale in the face now,
it's because of the amazing support
during my recent request for adminship
and because of all those new shiny buttons.

And if in the future
my use of them should not always be perfect
please don't hesitate to shout at me
any time, sunset, noon or sunrise.

Re: User:203.61.120.169

Ah, so I see. I block enough vandals that I didn't recognize this as one I've dealt with before. If it continues to be a problem, the blocks will only keep getting longer. Do feel free to let me know, or post to WP:AIV if any such problems persist. Happy editing! Luna Santin 22:08, 9 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

RFA Thanks

Thanks!
Thanks for your input on my (nearly recent) Request for adminship, which regretfully achived no consensus, with votes of 68/28/2. I am grateful for the input received, both positive and in opposition, and I'd like to thank you for your participation.
Georgewilliamherbert 04:51, 16 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Voor moest je het niet gelezen hebben op WP:BELG...

Some members of the Dutch Wikipedia are holding a meet-up in Ghent: nl:Wikipedia:Ontmoeten#Gentse_wikimeet.--Steven Fruitsmaak (Reply) 19:52, 17 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

ru-sib

Hi. Appologies for the generic message below. --Irpen 19:07, 18 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Someone (most likely you) casted recently a vote at meta in regards to ru-sib wiki on your behalf. Due to sockpuppetry, the votes need to be confirmed as being connected with the local accounts of users at their wikis (see announcement on top of the voting page). Could you please confirm here at your talk page (preferably in English) that the vote was indeed yours? After that, you may want to add a diff to your confirmation right after your vote.

--Irpen 19:07, 18 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

"I hereby certify that this vote to support closure of sib-wiki was cast by me, Pan Gerwazy, aka Paul Pieniezny."--Pan Gerwazy 20:25, 18 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

FYI

[4] Why are you trying to make it so hard for me to vote?--Euthymios 21:46, 29 November 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Just so you know

I found the guy who posted that insult on KhoiKhoi's page, it's 66.36.141.28 (talk · contribs), Gave him an NPA2.--Vercalos 21:52, 1 December 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Take it easy!

Oh my God! Just ignore it! And here is some cure against stress! --Irpen 11:08, 2 December 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Happy New Year!

File:1953 S Novym Godom.jpg

Happy New Year! (Ukrainian: З Новим Роком!, Russian: С Новым Годом!). I wish you in 2007 to be spared of the real life troubles so that you will continue to care about Wikipedia. We will all make it a better encyclopedia! I also wish things here run smoothly enough to have our involvement in Wikipedia space at minimum, so that we can spend more time at Main. --Irpen

Anglicanism COTM

The Anglicanism Collaboration of the Month has been reactivated! Please consider going to the page to either vote for one of the nominated articles, or nominate one yourself. Thanks! Fishhead64 02:52, 23 December 2006 (UTC)[reply]