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Prod

Sorry about that. The article had the wrong prod (the "sticky" blp prod doesn't exist in policy yet) so I removed it. But I agreed that it should be proded. Maybe I shouldn't have used Prod-2? Not certain and sorry for the confusion. Hobit (talk) 03:10, 3 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I guess I thought the prod blp existed officially now, as the category was/is populated. I tried keeping up with the BLP discussion, but it got rather convoluted and unfriendly for my taste. Nonetheless, I added a standard prod to the article. PDCook (talk) 03:58, 3 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Yeah, people were using it before it was policy (and it was and wasn't policy off and on in the last few days). It's live now (or for now at least...) Hobit (talk) 18:02, 3 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Ah, perhaps that's the source of my confusion. Thanks, PDCook (talk) 18:34, 3 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Faster than light

Sorry, I don't know if you'll see this. But I've been blocked from articles, discussion pages, and even, it seems, most talk pages. And as I pointed out that the blocking was unjustified, I don't expect that will change any time soon. So I don't know if you'll even see this. 216.239.82.80 (talk) 10:50, 5 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Seems that your block has expired now. PDCook (talk) 13:12, 5 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Thanks

Dear pdcook:

Thanks for your help, I will try to use the reference tools you provided. Keep in touch. OH ... those comments you kept on your other page from Sean Energy or whomever ("... lick my balls, long and hard ...) CRACKED ME UP! :-)

Best regards:

Cliff L. Knickerbocker, MS (talk) 10:27, 13 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, I think it's best to find the humor in such insults. Supposedly the gentleman who left that comment was CEO/president/owner of Sean Energy. I wonder if he treats his employees similarly. Anyhow, if you need additional help, please ask a question here or at WT:MED, since you are very interested in medical topics. PDCook (talk) 12:23, 13 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hello

I was in the process of editing the page when I all my edits were removed mid stream

(Informer1113 (talk) 16:15, 14 April 2010 (UTC))[reply]

You removed maintenance templates from the article, and I reverted your edits. You need to stop removing the maintenance templates and review WP:BIO, WP:RS, and WP:MOS. I've tried explaining all of this to you, but if you continue this with your current editing behavior, you could be blocked. Regards, PDCook (talk) 16:18, 14 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

the zoo

tennis blogspot you deleted is a published topic regarding robert lansdorp who has coached 6 #1 ranked professional tennis players including pete sampras. There were multiple former world ranked profesional players including myself who offered commentary in that article. the zoo, are the united states junior tennis championships nickname, a takeoff on the host city of kalamazoo.

Mr Seals is clearly worth a page having not only been one of only 16 players to have ever reached 100 USTA tournament finals, but for having trained the winners of 17 united states national junior champions, an NCAA mens singles winner and numerous professional players and celebrities. His tennis services are highly sought after at a rate of $125 an hour.

After leaving tennis full time he has become of of the top online professional poker players in the world with over 900k in earnings. The high school link was note worthy because that school has produced so many accomplished graduates in sports.

Please advise as to how to complete this page in a manner that makes it acceptable. Thank You —Preceding unsigned comment added by Informer1113 (talk • contribs) 00:31, 15 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for participating in a dialogue regarding this issue. To put it simply, if this person is indeed notable, then there should be no problem finding multiple reliable sources such as newspapers, books, or magazine articles. Blogs are not considered reliable sources, and the other references you've provided may be reliable for biographical information, but they don't demonstrate notability in terms of Wikipedia's standards. I really urge you to familiarize yourself with the policies I've suggested you read. You might also want to review WP:Writing your first article. Finally, I know many people think Wikipedia is like the Wild West, where anyone can modify articles however they want. Anyone can edit Wikipedia, but there are policies and guidelines that must be followed to maintain the integrity of this project. Regards, PDCook (talk) 00:56, 15 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Follow up on Solitary Fibrous Tumor (Dead Link)

Dear PDCook:

Thanks for calling my attention to the (somewhat baffling) dead link to the WHO lung tumor classification .pdf online. I tried a couple times to fix the link. For some reason, it kept coming up "Page does not exist", even though the correct address was there, etc.

After a few choice curse words, I decided to just "back off" one level - I changed the link to the "download page" that contains a link from that page direct to the WHO classification .pdf (and other classification system .pdf's). I checked the new link and it seemed to work. When you get a minute, please check it yourself to make sure.

If it doesn't, well, you know what to do ... (lick my etc. - LOL)! Thanks again for checking up on it.

Your friend: Cliff —Preceding unsigned comment added by Uploadvirus (talk • contribs) 18:23, 14 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Seems to work fine that way. Thanks for taking care of it. Let me know if you need any other help (perhaps not so much as far as medical content goes, as I'm a biochemist, but I'm happy to help with general article writing/navigating the complexities of Wikipedia). Regards, PDCook (talk) 20:58, 14 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I will do that. BTW, there was a proposal made to merge pleural fibroma with solitary fibrous tumor, and a suggestion for discussion on the Wikimedicine Portal. I wrote what's there for both of those (prelim draft) "articles", and posted comments at WikiMedPort which - in essence - talked about (a) why I did what I did, and concluded (b) "go ahead and merge them".

If you wanted to, you could do the merger, assuming no one else objects. Thanks again for your courtesy, sir.

Your friend: Cliff L. Knickerbocker, MS (talk) 03:02, 15 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I think the merger will be agreed upon, but I'll give it more time for discussion. PDCook (talk) 00:43, 16 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Astrology

I don't know much about editing. Perhaps you might like to improve the articles in these links here:

https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/User_talk:Indu_(usurped)#Muhurta.2C_Rahukal.2C_Chaugadia Verycuriousboy (talk) 09:04, 15 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Responded here. PDCook (talk) 19:59, 15 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Sorry for the over-posting, as I thought you might be interested in editing astrorelated sites. --Verycuriousboy (talk) 09:07, 17 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
No problem, but it's not really an area I'm involved much (at all) in. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me!

no references

You set a no reference tag on List of large volcanic eruptions, but quote "This is a sortable summary of the pages Timetable of major worldwide volcanic eruptions, List of potentially dangerous volcanic eruptions, and Large volume volcanic eruptions in the Basin and Range Province; date uncertainties, tephra volume uncertainties and references are not repeated." --Chris.urs-o (talk) 19:11, 16 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I've had a discussion at Wikipedia:Stand-alone lists, and it was stated that all lists need references. If you feel your hatnote relieves this list of such requirements, then you are free to remove the tag. Regards, PDCook (talk) 19:25, 16 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you

The Userpage Shield
Thanks for reverting that userpage vandal. Best wishes Immunize (talk) 18:27, 16 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
You are quite welcome. PDCook (talk) 18:29, 16 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I have recently noticed that although you are a rollbacker, you frequently use WP:TWINKLE to revert vandalism rather than "real" rollback,. Is tere any reason that using twinkle is better, or is it just a personal preference? Immunize (talk) 17:28, 18 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I do use both, but you're right in that I tend to use TW more often. I like the TW Vandal edit summary, as it indicates specifically that the edits I'm reverting are vandalism. I also like that I can make a custom edit summary if I'm not 100% sure that the edits I'm reverting are vandalism. I requested rollback rights to give Huggle a whirl, but I have yet to be a heavy Huggle user. If I get more involved with vandal fighting in the future, I might use Huggle more, as it will revert and warn with one click. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:32, 18 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I have not used huggle all that much either-only about 550 huggle edits so far. Currently I mainly use the regular rollback rather than twinkle rollback because I feel it is somewhat faster. Immunize (talk) 18:34, 18 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks!

Thanks for the Barnstar! After this past week of (unrelated) editor conflict this acknowledgement was quite welcome. SQGibbon (talk) 09:11, 19 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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70.53.76.128 Vandalizing Again

Hi. I noticed you chimed in back in February when 70.53.76.128 vandalized Snowmobile. He seems to be at it again, see Louis Blériot for details. Any thoughts as to where we should go from here? Thanks. Ebikeguy (talk) 18:06, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

They are all relatively minor (no profanity, racism, libel, etc), and I think a 4th level warning on Srobak's part was a little harsh. Your level 2 for vandalism at Louis Blériot seems appropriate. Thing the to do is to wait and see. The next time this person vandalizes, they should get a level 3 if it's minor or level 4 if it's something serious. After level 4 they should be reported to WP:AIV for possible blocking. I'd be happy to help if you're unfamiliar with these matters. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:19, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks! I'll ping you if I run into any unfamiliar territory. Ebikeguy (talk) 18:37, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Gina Lollobrigida

What's your problem? Buzz Aldrin admitted that he tagged Gina Lollobrigida last week on the Stern show. Don't be so uptight about it. I placed it under Personal life, so I have no idea why it wouldn't go there. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.126.30.177 (talk) 23:55, 21 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Then you have to cite a reliable source. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 23:57, 21 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Reliable source? I just told you Buzz Aldrin admitted it. If you need proof: listen to last week's Stern shows. Wednesday's show had Jesse Jane and Buzz Aldrin as guests. He admits to tagging Gina as well as several others. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.126.30.177 (talk) 00:40, 22 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please review WP:V and WP:RS. Your recollection of last week's radio show is not a valid citation. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:18, 22 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
The best I could find quickly is this, although I'm not sure it constitutes a valid source. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:32, 22 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're not sure it's a valid source! How much more sure can you get? You post plenty of things on Christianity and various other religious that were without argument CREATED by man. And yet, you don't see this is ridiculous. A person admits to a sexual conquest and for some reason, you're so uptight you won't just post that a woman slept with a man. If it makes you feel any better, Lola won't know you soiled her reputation by allowing the truth to be posted. Seriously, stop taking yourself and your limited power given to you because of your position on this website too seriously, huh?

Please take a look at the article's talk page, where I asked others what they thought about the issue and references. Unfortunately, folks didn't seem to think the source was terribly reliable. Please feel free to discuss it there, as further discussion here won't really be very useful. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 00:27, 26 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I had no idea that me not writing complete sentences had anything to do with my plight. But, then again, humorless pigs like you will find anything to validate their own self-righteousness. Here's some good news, I'll just drop the whole thing. You don't want people to know about Gina sleeping with Buzz for whatever reason. I think it was Thomas Jefferson who said, "To truly measure a man of his worth, give him a little bit of power." As frustrating as you have made my one and only attempt at adding to Wikipedia, I would still wish to impart some advice. That is, stop taking yourself so seriously.—Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.126.30.177 (talk • contribs)

First, please continue any further conversions within this thread, not in the next one down. As for your "plight", Wikipedia articles are written in complete sentences (except for lists), so your additions should accordingly comply. I told you what the issue was, and that a discussion about it should go on the article's talk page. I don't appreciate you insulting me, so I'm not very willing to help you anymore (I did find a couple of possible sources on the article's talk page, if you bothered to look there). Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:36, 26 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I didn't attack any editor. I was asking why on earth someone would so meticulously investigate something when there is much more controversial material on Wikipedia. I mean, the Bible is all of the sudden a credible source? That's nuts. I mean this not as an attack. I was being honest, and that's all. The only thing worse than being unnecessarily confrontational is being shamelessly condescending. If you have a problem with my post, admit it's for personal reasons and not because of the "community". If that were the case, you wouldn't be so concerned with getting the last word, would you?

Again, please put material germane to this conversation in this thread. You engaged in a personal attack when you called me a "humorless pig." I've already explained the salient policies, and my personal feelings on the edits are not at issue. I kindly ask that you cease editing my talk page, and direct any concerns regarding the edits in question to the article's talk page, where there is already a discussion about this. You are more than welcome to edit there, but you have worn out your welcome here by calling me a humorless pig. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:05, 26 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Valley Entertainment Monthly

I hear what you are saying. It is pretty hard to stay civil when an article you endeavor to contribute is ruthlessly attacked by a pack of herd mentality wikinazis. Starting on Day One, the article on VEM was stubbed, orphaned, threatened with image deletion, cited for missing references and external links and finally, nominated for demolition as an affront to the Sensibilities of Modern Man. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 04:59, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares—Preceding unsigned comment added by Nineteen Nightmares (talk • contribs) 04:49, 23 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Right there. You just called editors "wikinazis." I'm going to ask you one more time to cease such name-calling or my next step will be WP:ANI. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 04:52, 23 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

What would you call people who subjectively attack an article? All of the concerns have heen addressed but these people cannot let it go until the article dies. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 04:59, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

Just an accident. Didn't mean to not sign. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 05:01, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

I would call people by their registered usernames, and comment on their editing and the strength of their arguments per policy. Ad hominem attacks really do nothing to advance this project. I sympathize with your frustration, and I think you can appreciate that I am fairly independent of this issue, learning about it from its AfD listing and commenting therein. To put it simply, the article, even in its current state, simply does not demonstrate the sort of notability required for a Wikipedia article. New users are often surprised to find out that Wikipedia is not the Wild West (or MySpace), that there are in fact rules here that get enforced. If you'll recall, when you started this article, there was a message that prompted to you first read Wikipedia:Your first article. My guess is you skipped that step. Many users do and learn about Wikipedia policies the hard way. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:44, 23 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I hear you. But no one came on here and tried to help me, at least it appeared to be several people hostile to the article pointing out everything wrong before I could do much improve it. I have no problem with Wikipedia standards but you are mistaken. This publication is notable, who are you or anyone else to say otherwise? I see that you have added professors and others in your list of contributions that don't have the backing that this article has. Are people hounding you because you listed an individual who has only a couple of local newspaper references and no appreciable reason to be on Wikipedia other than you obviously respect him as you both work in the same field? The sickle cuts both ways. If I were to apply the same standard as is being applied to the VEM article, half the articles on Wiki would be removed, including your professor.

None of the people criticizing the article (including "neutral" you) are responding to anything legitimate I am saying to support it, rather nitpicking and finding everything wrong with it. Anyone put in that situation would be angry. The majority of people have provided no help whatsoever, simply nominating it for deletion or nominating the pictures for deletion without notice and without pointing out any way that it could be improved. Get it, I am not asking for help from anyone but I do appreciate the result, which is a vastly improved article. But it is a crock to say the paper is not notable. You could say that about thousands of articles on Wiki, but they aren't ruthlessly beaten into the ground as this one has been. And none of you are in any position to determine notability or merit. None of you were there, none of you know the stir it caused in an area that is mostly rural and boring ala The Last Picture Show, and none you you are willing to accept that it was a working, professional newspaper with a staff, reporters, sales people and a business office and separate mailing address. It is in no way comparable to a blog or personal web page but it is receiving like treatment and its flat out wrong.

This publication was produced when only nerds and rich people had computers and almost no one had the internet, at least back then I knew NOT ONE PERSON that had the internet, so why is it supposed to have some big online presence? It is ridiculous reasoning and faulty at the core. There were at least three (3) references to the VEM in area papers, and they are all listed in the article. It appeared in The Denair Dispatch, The Hughson Chronicle and Vortex Two, another local entertainment publication with a much more narrow focus. Basically, the reference issue is moot, but because of personal reason this is not being reviewed objectively. The internet is not the ONLY place to get information and Google does not list everything known to man. I mean, be real, guys. If it doesn't appear on Google, it doesn't exist or never has?

It is easy to shoot holes in the passive aggressive nature of arguments being presented here. What stinks is that I have had to spend most of my time fending off attacks (these people have no desire to help, only criticize and destroy) rather than trying to improve the piece. If it had been out there for a month or so and I had developed it and then it wasn't good enough, fine, kill it.

Which brings me to the question: If it is such an affront to the Sensibilities of Modern Man, why is it still up? Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 14:30, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

AfD discussions normally last 7 days. If consensus has not been achieved, then it may get relisted. If consensus is to delete, perhaps you can ask for it to be userfied so you can gather more sources. As for the articles I've created, they all meet WP:PROF, WP:POLITICIAN or WP:GNG. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:40, 23 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Also, does it not strike you as strange that an article on Wiki that CAUSES a now shuttered publication to appear in a Google search is being treated as a negative phenomenon? We have added to the available information here, people. What exactly is wrong with that? I started this article because I found an almost complete run of VEM in my garage a couple weeks back. I had completely forgotten about it. Who exactly are these people to decide that someone else who finds their old copies and wants to check it out on the net will not be able to find a simple article detailing it? The arguments for delete are hollow shams. Seriously, we could poke holes in almost any article on Wiki if we have these same "editors" take after it like they have this one. And I have done everything expected, one after the other, only to be told after all that work that VEM is not "notable," which is the most subjective determinating factor on this site, and further evidence of game playing by the individuals involved. Small minds produce small results. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 14:39, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

Again with the personal attacks (small minds). I'm done talking with you. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:41, 23 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

That't not directed at anyone. Just wisdom. Sorry if it stings for some reason. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 14:45, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

And I should note it is very small minded to ignore three paragraphs of academic argument in favor of getting your panties in a bunch over a simple statement directed at no one in particular. Get over yourself. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 14:46, 23 April 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

AfD nomination of Wild West Online: Gunfighter

An editor has nominated one or more articles which you have created or worked on, for deletion. The nominated article is Wild West Online: Gunfighter. We appreciate your contributions, but the nominator doesn't believe that the article satisfies Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion and has explained why in his/her nomination (see also Wikipedia:Notability and "What Wikipedia is not").

Your opinions on whether the article meets inclusion criteria and what should be done with the article are welcome; please participate in the discussion(s) by adding your comments to Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Wild West Online: Gunfighter. Please be sure to sign your comments with four tildes (~~~~).

You may also edit the article during the discussion to improve it but should not remove the articles for deletion template from the top of the article; such removal will not end the deletion debate.

Please note: This is an automatic notification by a bot. I have nothing to do with this article or the deletion nomination, and can't do anything about it. --Erwin85Bot (talk) 01:09, 27 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

RN.ORG

I have cleaned up the page, tried to make it look less like an advertisement, fixed the ambiguous references as suggested and removed some of the duplicate wording.. The courses on RN.ORG are indeed accepted by the various state boards of nursing within the US. California, Florida and West Virgina have unique requirements which require specific courses be approved by them thus the provider numbers from these specific states however other state boards of nursing accept CEUs approved by these boards of nursing. If you have any questions please feel free to email larry@lsnyder.com. THanks for all the work you guys do.. 190.157.60.26 (talk) 12:57, 27 April 2010 (UTC)

Greetings. I copied your statement on the talk page of the AfD discussion into the actual discussion, so others are more likely to see it. If you make additional comments, please make them there. The reason I nominated the article for deletion wasn't really because of its tone, but because I'm not so sure about its notability. None of the references seem to indicate that the organization is particularly notable. Please review the WP:N policy, which states that organizations need significant coverage in multiple reliable sources. Press releases and pieces from PR firms might be OK for verifiability, but they cannot be used to demonstrate notability, because they are not independent from the subject. Also, if you are Larry Snyder, you should only be editing with one account: the one you registered, User:Beachdude2k. It's a bit misleading to start an article with a registered account and then edit the article anonymously, and it borders on sockpuppetry. Furthermore, as you have indicated an affiliation with RN.ORG, you really should review Wikipedia's conflict of interest policy. Generally, you should not be writing or editing articles if you have a close connection (like employment) with the subject. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:32, 27 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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RfA

I have started an RfA for you, which you may either accept or decline. Best wishes. Immunize (talk) 16:30, 1 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Replied on your talk page. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:00, 2 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Pdcook

Hi Pdcook. I noticed you created a Requests for Adminship page some time ago; I was wondering as to what the status of that request might be. If you are still intent on running for adminship with that RfA, please do let me know; otherwise, I'll go ahead and delete the RfA page for you in about a week or so from today. Regards, FASTILYsock(TALK) 04:14, 2 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Replied on your talk page. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:00, 2 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Barnstar

Thank you for the barnstar and thank you for helping with the GVSU page! Together i really think we can make it A quality. Demhem (talk) 01:08, 7 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're welcome. I think the article has come a long ways in the past few months. I have spent a lot of time finding and formating sources and removing unsourced statements. The history section needs to be lengthened and a few other sections need referencing. Perhaps in the next couple months it will be ready for a GA nom. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:29, 7 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

quick on the draw

Hi Pdcook, I saw you tagged Fairland High School (Proctorville, Ohio) with a citation request - and removed the offending section minutes later. Perhaps in the future you could give new editors some more time to clean up their work? --JaGatalk 20:02, 9 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I was troubled by the user's edit summary: "The information is a compilation of information written by Danna Deaton in 1990. Additional information was gathered from various yearbooks and individuals who had first-hand accounts." It didn't sound like the user was interested in sourcing any information. I did welcome the user and was hoping s/he was willing to work on the article more. I intended to leave them a personalized message about this issue, but got side tracked. I'm still willing to help. Of course you can restore the information if you find my removal of it entirely inappropriate; I won't remove it again. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:42, 9 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Stewart Lee's page

Hi Pdcook,

Thank you for your message with regard to my amendment to Stewart Lee's page. I work for Debi Allen Associates and we represent Stewart. I am trying to work out how best to make reference to Debi Allen (his agent) without the update being removed. The reason I thought a link could be used is because another agency wrote this: 'She is represented by Jaine Brent and Antony Read www.jainebrent.com'on Gail Porter's page and it has not been removed. Is this just a case of one slipping through the net? I'm afraid I'm new to this so I'm not completely sure of the rules but would like to comply. We believe it would be a useful tool to add the names of some of our high profile clients' agents on their Wikipedia page so that people know who to contact if they would like to send fan mail etc. Would I be able to simply write 'Stewart is represented by Debi Allen' without adding a link to the website?

Your advice would be really appreciated.

Best,

Becky —Preceding unsigned comment added by Beckyboobah (talk • contribs) 11:13, 10 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

There are a couple of issues here. The first one is that it is a conflict of interest for you to be editing Mr. Lee's page. That issue aside, I don't see a problem mentioning that Mr. Lee is represented by Debi Allen Associates, but that addition needs to cite a reliable source. If Mr. Lee has a page of his own at Debi Allen Associates webiste, then that might be an OK external link, but I don't see how providing a link to the Debi Allen Associates main page is encyclopedic. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 11:58, 10 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Stewart does have his own page on our company website - http://www.debiallenassociates.com/clients_detail.asp?id=21. This page contains a biography, photos and Stewart's showreel so I feel that it is encyclopedic. Would this addition be taken down or do you feel that mentioning that Stewart is reperesented by Debi Allen and then providing a link to his page would be acceptable? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Beckyboobah (talk • contribs) 12:52, 10 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I went ahead and added that link to the External links section of the Lee article. I feel it does provide some useful information, but some might find it inappropriate and it's possible someone would remove it. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:08, 10 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Barnstar!!!

The Barnstar of Recovery
For meritorious conduct and diplomacy in regards to the Valley Entertainment Monthly article. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 00:34, 11 May 2010 (UTC) Nineteen Nightmares[reply]
Thanks! And I'm glad to see the article is back in the article space (and well sourced!). Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 00:36, 11 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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My first

Thanks Pd for my first barnstar! Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 17:13, 11 May 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

Oops / Peter North

Thanks - I was a bit hasty with that one.. (New editors and juvenile section names are usually a safe bet to be vandalism). Cheers Clovis Sangrail (talk) 15:21, 12 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I've done my fair share of getting the diffs backwards. It looks like you're doing good work otherwise. Keep it up! P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:27, 12 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Emboldening

Thanks for the tip on putting the title in the intro section in bold. I have been doing this to each of my articles since you suggested it. Please feel free to pass on any others when you get a chance. Marshallsumter (talk) 22:00, 11 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

One thing you might consider is making subpages for your userpage (it's quite long). You can do this by simply making a redlink on your user page (User:Marshallsumter/MySandbox for example), clicking on it, and then creating that article like any other WP page. This might make navigation easier. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:59, 12 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

PatchJohnson

Why did you edit my Ron Santo post —Preceding unsigned comment added by PatchJohnson (talk • contribs) 17:17, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You you seem to be predicting the future with that edit. If you can provide a source that backs up the claim, then perhaps it can go back in the article. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:20, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I made the right correction on the Top 500 Home Run Hitters List. It needs to be the way I had it Hank Aaron #1 Barry Bonds left off the list.. Alex Rodriguez should be off the list too. —Preceding unsigned comment added by PatchJohnson (talk • contribs) 17:20, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You need to discuss such changes on the article's talk page first. You also need to provide sources. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:22, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The Home Run list needs to be Hank Aaron #1. There is no reason why a cheater should be ahead of him.. Alex Rodriguez Admitted to using steroids since he was 16 yrs old and still uses to this day.. He should not be on the Top 500 Home Run List either. Patch--PatchJohnson (talk) 17:29, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Is this your opinion or can you back it up with sources? You'd be better off discussing this on article's talk page anyways. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:32, 13 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

RE:Grand Valley State Lakers

You're welcome, I'm sure there's still more to be done so don't cross it off the to-do list yet. It's a good start though. --Bhockey10 (talk) 00:47, 18 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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RfA thanks

Thank you for voting in my RfA, which passed at with 99 support, 9 oppose, and 2 neutral. Your support was much appreciated.

Regards -- Александр Дмитрий (Alexandr Dmitri) (talk) 16:12, 20 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I think you'll make a fine admin. Only one !vote shy of 100! P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:14, 20 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Wicked Wonka

I am outraged that you want to delete my article. If you do not back down I will blow up Wikipedia headquarters and every administrator's house. Thanks, Mohammed.TheWickedWonka (talk) 16:28, 21 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Noted. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:31, 21 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

OOH article

Dear PdCook,

I am following OOH trends and would like to add a paragraph about recent trends in OOH. In particular, attempts to aggregate disparate pricing and availability information in the field. Currently, there is only one company in the US that i am aware of that is attempting to do this: book-a-billboard.com. Please suggest a way to post a relevant info without it being removed. OOHTrends —Preceding unsigned comment added by OOHtrends (talk • contribs) 21:23, 21 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks. —Preceding unsigned comment added by OOHtrends (talk • contribs) 21:06, 21 May 2010 (UTC) --OOHtrends (talk) 21:24, 21 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The way you just placed links to places selling billboard space certainly gave the appearance of spam. If you wish to contribute to the article, then you'll have to cite reliable sources that verify the paragraph you post. Also please be aware that articles cannot contain original research. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 22:20, 21 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you. I changed the submission & moved the article to a different section. Please review and edit if necessary. --OOHtrends (talk) 02:20, 22 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

It seems another editor found your additions to be "too spammy." Please review WP:What Wikipedia is not. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:56, 22 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

EAN

Look into it for yourself, my friend, this isn't just something that I invented for the hell of it. It is, perhaps, as you say, "original" research, but so what . . . it doesn't change the fact that EAN is only found on the back of books written or transalted by jews. I would be just as curious about this fact if it was on the back of books written by Irish people. If you would have asked me about the jews six months ago I would have had nothing negative to say about them. My favorite artists, poets, and writers are all jews; nevertheless, I find it somewhat suspicious that this EAN symbol is only on the back of their books and not on the back of books that weren't either written or translated by jews. This might be original research but it doesn't make it untrue. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Carlmelanson (talk • contribs) 03:32, 22 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

First of all, you cannot add original research to Wikipedia articles. Secondly, some of your comments are grossly inappropriate (particularly suggesting that the Jews deserved the Holocaust). I highly recommend you change your attitude and stop your anti-semitic tirades. If you do not, I will request that you be blocked. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:49, 22 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Same sex marriages

First you delete a well referenced relevant link and now you are threatening me? Please reread NPOV andycjp (talk) 12:57, 29 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Can you provide the offending diffs? I'm not sure I know what you're talking about. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:30, 29 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

sorry, what`s a diff?andycjp (talk) 04:13, 30 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

A diff is a comparison of two versions of a page (an edit, essentially). For example: this diff. I looked back at my history, and I can't find evidence that I edited the same-sex marriage article, so I'm not sure what you are complaining about here. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 04:58, 30 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Since you haven't replied to this, I'm going to assume you sent me the above message by mistake, and I'll just ignore it. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 23:23, 30 May 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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AfD nomination of Classic moped

An article that you have been involved in editing, Classic moped, has been listed for deletion. If you are interested in the deletion discussion, please participate by adding your comments at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Classic moped. Thank you.

Please contact me if you're unsure why you received this message. Dbratland (talk) 23:24, 1 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the message. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:05, 2 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Dale Doig

Mr. Doig's page needs some attnention. Steve —Preceding unsigned comment added by 66.201.52.98 (talk) 05:32, 4 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Well it needs some work, but there's not much I can do unless someone finds sources. I did remove an unsourced allegation of fraud. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:14, 4 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hallade method

Thanks for working on getting the article I wrote on the Hallade method tidied up. I've noticed that you changed my heading 'References' to 'External Links', and the 'This article does not cite any references or sources' tag is still on there. Is that not a good enough source? I wrote the article from my own understanding from talking to rail industry colleagues and from that article, because there doesn't seem to be anything much on the internet that explains the method. If that's no good, I'll try to have a look around to find something better. Also, what else needs to be done to 'wikify' the article?

Thanks for your help. Ro234 (talk) 14:43, 4 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I don't think the btconnect.com source can be considered a reliable source, but might be OK as an external link (further reading, essentially). It looks more or less like a personal website with no editorial oversight. What are the sources for that website? The other link looks a little better and probably could be considered a true reference. I would recommend finding a published book that mentions this method. Also, check out WP:CITE for information on how best to cite sources, including using footnotes. I took down the wikify tag, as the page format and linking has improved. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:02, 4 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I agree on the reliability of the btconnect.com source - it's because it does indeed appear to be a personal website that I thought it could do with something better when you Google for 'Hallade method'. A book is a good idea - I'll see if I can find one, and check out WP:CITE. Thanks again. Ro234 (talk) 15:16, 4 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

RfA

Some time ago now I offered to nominate you at WP:RfA, which you declined. Do you feel ready to accept the nomination currently? Immunize (talk) 19:31, 5 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Immunize. Thanks again for suggesting it, but right now I've got a lot going on at work and wouldn't be able to put the proper amount of effort into the RfA. Let's revisit this in another couple of months. Thanks, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:24, 6 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you!

Thank you!

Pdcook - Thank for your participation and support in my RfA.

I can honestly say that your comments and your trust in me are greatly appreciated.

Please let me know if you ever have any suggestions for me as an editor, or comments based on my admin actions.

Thank you!  7  23:11, 5 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You are quite welcome! P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:26, 6 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Byron Tyrer

Hi,

I am a little confused, I am unsure what exactly I have to change on the page - Byron Tyrer to make it valid. There are articles online from the newspaper supporting the verifiability of the person but it does not seem to be accepted.

What else do I need? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lozzarockdog (talk • contribs) 02:50, 9 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The first issue with the article is that it was created by User:Byrontyrer11, and thus is an autobiography. Therefore, the autobiography tag needs to stay up until the article is significantly altered by other editors. The article definitely needs additional sources for verifiability, as there is much information in the article that is not supported by references. Furthermore, additional sources are needed that demonstrate the notability of this person. One mention in a newspaper is not enough, as significant coverage in multiple reliable sources are needed. Please review the policies I've outlined and don't remove maintenance tags until these issues have been dealt with. I hope this helps. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:01, 9 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Wow, thank you

Thanks for the review! Enjoy!

Tommy2010 has given you a cookie! Cookies promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by giving someone else a cookie, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy munching!

Spread the goodness of cookies by adding {{subst:Cookie}} to someone's talk page with a friendly message, or eat this cookie on the giver's talk page with {{subst:munch}}!

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You're quite welcome. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 23:25, 10 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

what is wrong

Dear pdcook,

I don't understand why do you want to block me!

I was just editing some pages. If you don't want me to do so, why you allow the edit of such pages? Is it a trick?

BahTab (talk) 22:38, 10 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Read WP:Vandalism. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 23:21, 10 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank spam!

Hello, Pdcook. You have new messages at User:TFOWR/Thankspam.
You can remove this notice at any time by removing the {{Talkback}} or {{Tb}} template.

TFOWR 21:26, 11 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Well this is one kind of spam I don't mind! P. D. Cook Talk to me! 21:33, 11 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I have reviewed you

I have reviewed you! Derild4921 23:50, 11 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks! It's much appreciated. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:27, 12 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanx

Thank you Mr. cock,

I really appreciate that you gave me a last chnce.

It seemed at the beginning that you are dic tating what sho uld I write, but now i kno how to write by myself

BahTab (talk) 05:42, 12 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please do not leave messages on my talk page anymore. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:56, 12 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Know how to copyedit and want a barnstar?

Hi, I'd like to invite you to participate in the Guild of Copy Editors July 2010 Backlog Elimination Drive. In May, about 30 editors helped remove the {{copyedit}} tag from 1175 articles. The backlog is still over 7500 articles, and extends back to the beginning of 2008! We really need your help to reduce it. Copyediting just a couple articles can qualify you for a barnstar. Serious copyeditors can win prestigious and exclusive rewards. See the event page for more information. And thanks for your consideration. Derild4921 13:34, 12 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I'm sure I could help out. Thanks for the invitation. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:50, 12 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Sorry

I think I clicked on the wrong "edit" button. Sorry. Heymid (talk) 18:55, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I think you should read WP:RFA very carefully. I think Empty Buffer has been doing good work, but I'm almost certain it's a WP:NOTNOW case. Let me know if you have any questions. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:56, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

3rd Bean Movie

I tried to copy the link but wikipedia wont let me —Preceding unsigned comment added by ASHMAN234 (talk • contribs) 19:01, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

If Wikipedia's filters didn't like a link you've provided, then I highly doubt it's a reliable source. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:03, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

how can i prove that this is real??????? —Preceding unsigned comment added by ASHMAN234 (talk • contribs) 19:09, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

By providing a link to a reliable source such as a magazine or newspaper article. Heck, I'd even say IMDB would be something, but even it has no record of this movie. The onus is on you, my friend. Please also read Wikipedia's verifiability policy. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:13, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Beans holiday followed by [not vandalism]

when i was editing Mr Bean's Holiday i just added followed by Bean 3 i wasn't trying to vandalise the page --ASHMAN234 (talk) 20:45, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

At first it was not vandalism. It was only adding unsourced information. Then you continued to re-add the information (and damage the contents of the infobox, I might add) and edit war with other users. At that point your edits became destructive and were therefore vandalism. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:54, 13 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Buildings in Madison

I see you are cleaning up some of the Madison architecture articles that I created. Thank you. I was trying to add a template to List of tallest buildings in Madison (the one that lists all the cities that have a list of tall buildings). Every time I add the template, it messes up the page. Would you be able to add that template, since I don't have a clue how to put it on the page without messing it up. Thank you. Zonafan39 (talk) 02:45, 15 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Greetings. I added the template (and added Madison to the template). I think the issue was that the table you used had a stray dash in it and it was causing the software to freak out. I fixed it and the article is coming along nicely. We should find additional references for the article. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:08, 15 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

WMEJ

Since you voted on the AfD, I bring this to your attention. The AfD for WMEJ has been reopened, primarily by Guy, but also User:Stifle. Guy has also gone to AfD Review (see here). This is clearly an admin wasting the community's time and ignoring clear consensus and notability. - NeutralHomer • Talk • 08:15, 15 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I honestly figured it would be reopened, as a non-admin snow closure will always raise eyebrows. Oh well, it's closed again. We'll see what happens at review. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 11:25, 15 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Pdcook

My registered name is sinlinlin, and I am updating an entry on Janet Romano/Lizzy Borden. I received a note that I am abusing the editing.

I am adding a line that she was released from prison on May 10th. That email came from her mother-in-law AND her. How do I prove this??

Here is a copy of the Facebook message..

JoAnn Zicari and You 

Mike Stack June 16 at 7:04pm Hey JoAnne. Can you give me the info as to when or what dates Janet and Rob ( if he was yet) were released??

I'd like to update their Wikipedia pages... I just don't want to guess or say, "they were released" I'd appreciate any response.. Mike . 

JoAnn Zicari June 16 at 7:09pm Report

They are both out and living in halfway houses. Janet May 10 Robert June 3. J . 

Mike Stack June 16 at 7:10pm Thanks so much.

I am happy for them and that you have them back.

Hope that you can add my original text. You can contact me at any time. I am just trying to update it because these are the facts. (Sinlinlin (talk) 23:50, 16 June 2010 (UTC)) Mike Stack <contact info removed> "sinlinlin"[reply]

I looked over the edits in question, and I believe that Tide rolls and Falcon were correct for reverting you. All content added to Wikipedia must be verifiable and must cite reliable sources. Someone sending you an email/Facebook message is not verifiable to the wider community, and thus such personal communications are not reliable sources. If you can find a newspaper or magazine source that confirms the information you've presented, then you can re-add and properly cite the information. Please review the links that I and others have presented. Let me know if you have any other questions. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:14, 17 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Perhaps you are mistaken...

... but I wouldn't know any of it. I just think if a newbie introduces something that might become a suitable article, I'd rather AGF and move than hit him with a RSD. Next time I just might CSD the redirect myself. Thanks for drawing my attention to this. Regards, --G-41614 (talk) 13:05, 16 June 2010 (UTC) A second look at your page suggest you know a whole lot more about this than myself. :)[reply]

I don't see anything wrong with userfying such articles, but it's good practice to clean up cross-namespace redirects, so people reading a page in the article namespace aren't directed to a page in the user namespace (which has far lower standards than the article space). Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:50, 16 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you for alerting me to that. Maybe I should have thought of it myself. But then again, after trying to read through at least a maiority of wp-rules and - guidelines, and failing spectacularly, I've decided on a learning-by-doing approach. Patience very appreciated ... Regards, --G-41614 (talk) 12:01, 18 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Teddy the War God

The page I am trying to create is very personal to many people, including myself. Because of this I find my frustrations being vented in a personal manner. I did not intend to appear frustrated with you or any of the other user-editors personally. I understand you all volunteer for this task of protecting Wikipedia from random irrelevant articles. For that I thank you. Keep up the good work ensuring correct protocol posture on Wikipedia. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Bullmoosebell (talk • contribs) 19:09, 18 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're welcome. I hope you're becoming familiar with Wikipedia's policies. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:41, 18 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Wikiquette Proposal

This is a quick note to inform you that a proposal has been added to the discussion at the Wikiquette report for the user Nineteen Nightmares, which you have been previously involved. This is because a firm proposal had not yet been made. Feel free to indicate your opinions on the proposal under the appropriate heading. GiftigerWunsch [TALK] 19:53, 19 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

RfA

Thank you very much for your contribution to my Rfa. I have made a comment about it at User talk:JamesBWatson#Your Request for Adminship which you are, of course, very welcome to read if you wish to. JamesBWatson (talk) 14:15, 21 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

recently added commentary to an article, European Union

Let me first thank you for un-doing my stuff :) I was very surprised to see on the main page itself, so I just learned that I should have used the new section function... *blush* —Preceding unsigned comment added by 88.134.130.91 (talk) 16:25, 21 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're welcome. Feel free to engage others on the article's talk page. If you feel like no is paying attention there, you could post a comment at Wikipedia talk:WikiProject European Union, which might have more traffic. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:28, 21 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

WQA for Nineteen Nightmares

I have referred Nineteen Nightmares for personal attacks and incivility at Wikipedia:Wikiquette_alerts#Pattern_of_Personal_Attacks_by_Nineteen_Nightmares. Since you have been involved in this matter in the past, I believe that it is appropriate for you to be made aware of this matter. Regards, GregJackP (talk) 17:44, 19 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

<Sigh>. Thanks. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:38, 19 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Hey Pd! I left a response to your comment on my talk page. I hope you have a great day and I'll see you around the site hopefully. Nineteen Nightmares (talk) 16:20, 22 June 2010 (UTC)Nineteen Nightmares[reply]

The Wikipedia Signpost: 21 June 2010

Why are MY entries and references being deleted?

Good afternoon.

We have developed free, educational content for our website that we want to make available to the public (no one has to subscribe or anything--it is for website visitors). Two Wikipedia pages (Purchasing Card, ePayables) are scanty or terribly out of date and we feel we can help. Is it wrong to add some content to the Wikipedia page, then direct people to free content on our site (again, this is for all site visitors)? Most of the other organizations "referenced" on these pages are for-profit orgs that publish books, magazines, etc.

Also, if you actually take a look at the ePayables page http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epayables and click on ANY CURRENT reference...you will see that you have to be a member or pay for reports and articles, e.g., "You must be a member to view the full content." Take a look...these must be violations. Then take a look at our page http://www.napcp.org/autopayables or http://www.napcp.org/P-CardIntro--the other content reference that was deleted today.

What is allowed and what isn't? Thought that referencing free, helpful content was acceptable. Thank you. Lyssa Campbell (talk) 21:07, 22 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The most obvious issue here is that of conflict of interest. You seem to be associated with these companies, and should not be editing on their behalf. I reverted your addition of an internal wikilink to a page that did not exist. Please create the article before linking to it. Others seem to think that your additions of links constitute spam. The material linked from the article must be useful to others and the link must not be there to promote the entity to which it is linked. Please review Wikipedia:External links. I will review your additions and see what I think. As for other links you find inappropriate, I will review them and remove them as necessary. Thanks for bringing them to my attention. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 22:01, 22 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Andrew Miller (physician)

thanks for the invite. (Suturestudyreview (talk) 20:59, 23 June 2010 (UTC))[reply]

why doesnt wiki auto sign for me. im already logged in? the tilde thing is annoying.

You get used to it. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:58, 24 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please do not delete my page ... i see many non profits

have pages up on wiki - like united way, big brothers big sisters etc ... we are just the same. A nonprofit with a mission. I did not see where all the rules were nor did i think i was breaking any - i'm sorry for not reading it more carefully. I did take the content from our website but i wrote that entire site ... if i have to redo the words i will but it is in my own words. ... I am new to this - will take time to read and learn how to post on wiki like the other non profits do and then would like to post again ... help. —Preceding unsigned comment added by UMMACenter (talk • contribs) 02:35, 29 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You cannot copy and past material into Wikipedia, as it is a copyright violation. Please read this guide on how to start a new article. Also please be aware of Wikipedia's conflict of interest policy, which states that if you're closely affiliated with a person or group, you should not be creating or editing an article about that subject. Regards. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:01, 29 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I've gone ahead and blocked this user; I did intend to do so. I guess I was a bit distracted. He's breaking at least three rules with the username, the COI and the copyvio. Thanks for letting me know.  :) --PMDrive1061 (talk) 14:23, 29 June 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Dean Holdsworth Marriage

I got name wrong. It's Susanna Cobham. Was announced in paper this evening that they married inlocal methodist church. I'm not sure I want to say which town as would give away where they live. Privacy to them and all that. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Holyremimoses (talk • contribs) 22:17, 1 July 2010 (UTC) Excuse me did you block my profile? http://www.bromsgroveadvertiser.co.uk/news/weddings/8239554.Dean_Holdsworth___Susanna_Cobham/?ref=mr —Preceding unsigned comment added by Holyremimoses (talk • contribs) 22:39, 1 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I did not block anything (nor can I). a glance at the block log suggests you haven't been blocked, so I'm not sure what you're getting at. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:30, 5 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Matthew Le Merle

Could you look again at my father's wikipedia biography and see if it now has sufficient references and validation

I created it cos I think he deserves the entry.

But I don't know how to address your concerns further

Max Le Merle (17)

216.52.164.188 (talk) 13:59, 6 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I'll take a look at this page, but you should be aware of Wikipedia's conflict of interest policy. If you are affiliated with the subject, you really shouldn't be contributing to the article. If your father is notable, then others will take note and edit his article from a neutral point of view. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:15, 6 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I looked at the article, and it appears no one has edited it for months. The citation, notability, and conflict of interest issues still remain. I'll do some editing if I get the time. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:23, 6 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Henry Mena page delete

Hello,

I was looking for musician Henry Mena's page and discovered that it has been recently deleted. I read that the WikiPedia criteria for a musician bio's was not met so I followed the link to be better informed. Curiously, as I went thru all 12 points, it seemed that only those musicians of large international repute would satisfy this criteria. As a matter of fact, I've come across--and in quite a few cases, I am a fan of--a significant quantity of artists that would also merit deletion under these rather narrow WikiPedia guidelines. In any event, I'd like to see Henry Mena's page restored not anyone else's removed. Thank you for your time. 24.193.91.154 (talk) 11:15, 7 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're right that only musicians of large repute would be likely to meet the criteria (they need not be internationally known). Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, not a promotional source, and as such we have to maintain some notability standards. You can review the deletion discussion and recreate the Henry Mena article if you address the issues spelled out in the deletion discussion. It appears that the artist doesn't meet the criteria of WP:MUSICBIO. However, notability can be demonstrated by significant coverage of this person in reliable sources. If there are articles in newspapers, magazines or other media that are about this person, then he might be an appropriate topic for Wikipedia. If there is no such coverage, then the person has not achieved the level of notability required by this encyclopedia. If you feel that the notability guidelines are too strict, you can comment at the guidelines's talk page. I hope this helps. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:20, 7 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

AN/I involving Nineteen Nightmares

Hello. This message is being sent to inform you that there currently is a discussion at Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Incidents regarding an issue with which you may have been involved. Thank you.

Thanks for telling me, but there's nothing more I can add. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:37, 12 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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LAXXE

What do i need to do to keep the Laxxe article live on Wikipedia? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Laxxeofficial (talk • contribs) 18:19, 23 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You need to provide reliable and independent sources that demonstrate the company's notability. If you are affiliated with the company, however, you should not be creating or editing articles about it per Wikipedia's conflict of interest guideline. Please review the Writing your first article page. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:23, 23 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Ok, delete it :-). —Preceding unsigned comment added by Laxxeofficial (talk • contribs) 18:26, 23 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Grand Rapids metropolitan area

Thanks. Just trying to get everyone on the right track. Grand Rapids is a big place, it should have its own metropolitan area article like the others.Thomas Paine1776 (talk) 18:56, 23 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please help fill in the blanks for any missing information so I can assist more. Thomas Paine1776 (talk) 19:16, 23 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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Wanted to rename Advanced_Integrated_Manufacturing to AIM Corp

Hi Pdcook,

Article Advanced_Integrated_Manufacturing needs to be renamed/redirected to proper title 'AIM Corp'. In an uncompleted attempt, a copy-pasted version with 'AIM Corp' has been created. Can someone complete it? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Drowsydream (talk • contribs) 20:48, 28 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

What makes you say that "AIM Corp" is the correct title? The company's website uses "Advanced Integrated Manufacturing Corp" with "AIM Corp" in parentheses. At the very least, both names seem acceptable, and as long as they are both present in the opening line of the article, I think it can just remain as is. If you're still really concerned about it, you can bring the issue up on the article's talk page or request a move. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 01:14, 29 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The Wikipedia Signpost: 2 August 2010

IPM Informed Portfolio Management

Hi - I am a new user and learning that you blocked my entry to the IPM page for copyright infringement. Q: Is it sufficient for me to 're-write' this material ? (I wrote the original text on the wbe site) many thanks, Paul Roberts PaulAVRoberts (talk) 10:52, 4 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

It may be that you wrote it on the website, but you yourself might not own the copyrights. If you do, or if someone at your company does, then you/they can follow the directions at WP:CONSENT to give Wikipedia permission to use the information. However, I always think it's better to rewrite the material so that in the future others don't think it's a copyright violation. Furthermore, it is a conflict of interest to write about a company you are associated with, and generally you should wait for someone unaffiliated with the subject to edit the article. You can certainly raise issues or concerns on the article's talk page. Let me know if you anymore questions. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:59, 4 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Minor Question

How can I change the title of the article "Assyrians in America," to American Assyrians? —Preceding unsigned comment added by HeyItsAlex (talk • contribs) 20:41, 4 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

In general, to rename a page, you "move" it. Once you've had an account for 4 days and made 10 edits you are autoconfirmed and you move pages (by clicking on the "move" button at the top of the article). However, you might want to discuss moving this particular page, as others have tried to move it in the past. You should probably make a move request on the article's talk page. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 21:29, 4 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

GVSU Victory

Greetings. Can you userfy this article for me, so I can merge (and reference) any useful content into the Grand Valley State University article? I didn't know about the deletion discussion. I have no intention of recreating the article. Thanks, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:13, 5 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

 Done, User:Pdcook/GVSU Victory. Stifle (talk) 15:30, 5 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks! P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:53, 5 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Bara-Hack, Connecticut

I sourced it, removed the prod, and then saw your efforts to stubbify this. I hope it is better. Comments? Bearian (talk) 18:15, 7 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Wow you certainly did source it! I only stubbed it down because the original content seemed to be OR and was oddly worded. It looks good now. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:07, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Superman

But it is true. I saw it when I was watching the internnet

Please review WP:V and WP:RS. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:16, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I can't type there, there is a lock thingy on the pages that you wanted me to go to. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lion barmen (talk • contribs) 02:19, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please read and understand those pages; do not edit them. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:24, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Yep, read all that, I agree with all that stuff. Can we put the Superman being rated #1 in now? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lion barmen (talk • contribs) 02:25, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Good. Then you should have no problem citing your sources. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:29, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I did, I saw it on the Internnet, can you put that in the article now for me? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lion barmen (talk • contribs) 02:30, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You telling me you saw it somewhere is not verifiable. Please indicate the website you saw it at and be sure the site meets Wikipedia's reliable source guidelines. Also, please sign your posts with ~~~~. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:32, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I saw it on the internnet, if you get the internnet you can type like this: http://www.kidzworld.com/article/8033-top-10-cartoon-superheroes-pg-2 (its real long) but if you don't watch the internnet, I will tell you that it says Superman is #1. Can we put that on Superman now? Thank you, I hope you like Superman to. ```` signed my post. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lion barmen (talk • contribs) 02:40, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I don't think that's very notable, so I'm not interested in adding myself. I would suggest bringing the issue up on the Superman article's talk page. Please direct any future comments there, as I have helped you all that I can. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:43, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Why did you make me read all of that stuff then? You asked me to indicate (you said that word), and I did, if you get the internnet and type that you will see that Superman is #1 like I said. So if you don't think it is wrong, I should put it there right? It was there when I typed it in, but now its gone, can you put it back in since I showed you the internnet place where it shows that superman is #1? Please help me with this.~~~~ I typed what you said above.

Again, I don't think it should go into the article, so I'm not going to add it. Bring it up on the Superman article's talk page. I'm happy to help you with other things, but please don't leave me any more messages about the Superman thing. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:53, 8 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for offering to help me with other things, I put the #1 stuff on Superman, can you make it print for me? You don't have to put it in, because I did it for you. I hope that because I read the stuff you left me and I put the internnet place here that it is good now. Thank you for helping it print for me. 03:00, 8 August 2010 (UTC) —Preceding unsigned comment added by Lion barmen (talk • contribs)

The Wikipedia Signpost: 9 August 2010

Hello

Hello I SHOULD BE ABLE TO CHANGE MY PAGE!Justindrewbieber1994 (talk) 18:44, 11 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I highly doubt you're who you claim you are. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:30, 11 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]


Hey PD Cook

Wassup? Paul in space (talk) 19:34, 11 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The Signpost: 16 August 2010

York University Faculty of Health

Brexter (talk) 15:33, 17 August 2010 (UTC)August 17, 2010Brexter (talk) 15:33, 17 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hello, I will try to rewrite the article to avoid sounding like an advertisement. Any suggestions?

Cheers, —Preceding unsigned comment added by Brexter (talk • contribs) 15:32, 17 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Brexter (talk) 15:42, 17 August 2010 (UTC) How long do I have to edit 'York University Faculty of Health' before it is deleted?[reply]

The article may be deleted within a few seconds or never. It depends if an administrator also feels if that it is an advertisement. The issue is that the article has been repeatedly recreated, so some folks will give it little leeway. I recommend immediately removing any promotional sounding material. Phrases such as "the Faculty has an ambitious mission" and "It is uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional educational and research opportunities" clearly violate WP:NPOV and sound like advertising. It would also help if you could add independent reliable sources that demonstrate the notability of the department. I am also concerned that you are affiliated with the department and have a conflict of interest. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:29, 17 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I went ahead and removed much of what sounded like advertisement also removed the speedy tag. It would help if you could find reliable independent sources (such as newspaper or magazine articles) that mention the faculty. Often such articles are merged into the University article unless notability can be demonstrated. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:39, 17 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Brexter (talk) 16:46, 17 August 2010 (UTC) Thank you so much for your help. I will continue editing the article to reflect your suggestions.[reply]

Aquatic Access

Hi -- I am not sure what is wrong with the article I posted, and would appreciate a brief critique. It seemed pretty cut and dried to me. I am pretty sure the problem may be with the reference cited. How exactly should that be worded? Would you mind giving a newbie a hard? Lizwaters (talk) 15:40, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I am now totally confounded by posting my first article and my note to you seemed to disappear. Liz Waters Lizwaters (talk) 15:42, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Your note is above, you didn't put it under a heading so it got grouped with the previous post. I fixed it. The issue is that the article reads like an advertisement. Wording like "offers a full line of..." and "Often copied but never duplicated exactly," are not encyclopedic, but more advertising. Furthermore, I'm not sure this company is significant or notable enough for inclusion in Wikipedia. See WP:WHYNOT. You might also check out WP:Your first article. If, after reading the above pages, you feel this company is notable, then an article that is neutrally worded and encylopedic may be in order. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 15:47, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for answering

I apologize for starting another topic, but I could not add to the current string. Will try to find more info about how to do this correctly. I really do think that this company needs to be included. It created a new and original item that fills a need in the array of access equipment for disabled people, but I bow to your greater knowledge of such matters. Thanks for your prompt assistance -- I will learn how to do this correctly! Liz Waters Lizwaters (talk) 16:00, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The key here is WP:CORP. Even if what I'm calling advertising gets removed and an administrator doesn't delete the page on spot, someone may nominate it for deletion through a different process, and WP:CORP will be called upon. The company would need multiple non-trivial mentions in independent reliable sources to be kept. I hope this helps. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:02, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
If you'd like I can WP:Userfy the article for you. You can work on it in your own userspace without the immediate threat of deletion (though advertising is still not allowed). P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:04, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Well, I see the page has been deleted. If you still want to make a page for this company, I recommend creating a userspace draft first. I'd be happy to review it for you. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 16:18, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

hey

How do you go beyond the radio show's page as it pertains to references? If it had a transcript or something, you could have it in print. However, the show's archives on the site only go back a week, and there's no other certifiable way to find the information I posted, other than listening to the show. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 3stanleycups (talk • contribs) 21:10, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You can use the Template:Cite episode. Granted a transcript linkable via the internet would be preferred, but if none is available, the most complete citation as possible will have to suffice. The key policy here is WP:Verifiability. You might wish to review WP:Citing sources. You also might consider initiating a discussion about your desired edits on the article's talk page. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 21:14, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you.

I am "Can't disclose" and I am very grateful for you sending the letter to inform me of my erorrs. I greatly appreciate it and thank you for informing me. Yours sincerely:

Can't disclose. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Can't disclose (talk • contribs) 22:47, 19 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

iNFCIS

Thanks for the merger. I had the the initial plan of developing each module into separate articles. But it seems fine that they can be further elaborated in the main article itself. Tharikrish  13:40, 20 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You're welcome. I think it's a little easier on readers when they're together in one article like that. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:43, 20 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hare Krishna

Why do you want to delete Hare Krishna portal??? Today on holy day of Ekadashi??? Usually only demons or big sinners do this... Are you one of them???

Probably. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:11, 20 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Block etc... what about eternal hell??? Do you want this?

You may block adding Hare Krishna portal to wikipedia, but I argue then you remove atheism portal instead... Or you have to suffer consequences like demons do - they are usually killed by Godhead Himself... Yes... So why do you risk your life? You want death life after life??? WHY??? You look like Vandal... real one who wants to remove Hare Krishna portal... Hm... Something for you...: "Anyone who does not float in this inundation is most condemned. Such a person cannot be delivered for millions of kalpas. PURPORT The kalpa is explained in the Bhagavad-gītā (8.17): sahasra-yuga-paryantam ahar yad brahmaṇo viduḥ. One day of Brahmā is called a kalpa. A yuga, or mahā-yuga, consists of 4,320,000 years, and one thousand such mahā-yugas constitute one kalpa. The author of Śrī Caitanya-caritāmṛta says that if one does not take advantage of the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, he cannot be delivered for millions of such kalpas."

Because of people like you - many people make offences to Vishnu. Why do You do this??? —Preceding unsigned comment added by HareKrishnaPortal (talk • contribs) 17:12, 20 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please review WP:5 pillars and do not leave me messages of this nature anymore. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:14, 20 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Hello Pdcook

Thanks for correcting FutureSkills name. Could you kindly change "Futureskills" to "FutureSkills"(S for Skills is capital)? Arash P (talk) 16:29, 21 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

 Done P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:22, 21 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Re; Ken Harycki

Why are you deleting my post? How can anything about a sitting Mayor running for re-election be "neutral? Are you being paid by him to censor remarks? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 3concernedcitizens (talk • contribs) 18:53, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please review WP:NPOV. Of course the article can be written neutrally, but you must cite reliable sources and not state your own personal opinions. I will continue to remove any violations of Wikipedia's neutral point of view policy. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 18:56, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

How can a discussion be had about a political candidate be held without opinions? He added during the campaign season that he is a Mayor. Why can't folks comment on his abilities to be Mayor, since he felt it necessary to bring it up? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 3concernedcitizens (talk • contribs) 18:59, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Because Wikipedia is not a discussion forum or a place to debate politics. It is an encyclopedia. If you can find reliable sources that report on such commentary, then they can be quoted in the article, given proper weight. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 19:03, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I see that you are going to delete that page based on your deletion conversation. I will not comment further, since I also believe that is the best resolution to this matter. If we can't comment on his viability as a small town mayor, then he should not be able to advertise that fact. I simply think he is a terrible mayor and don't want him to get free publicity without a contrasting viewpoint. Thanks. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 3concernedcitizens (talk • contribs) 20:00, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You almost had the hang of it there, but you went way beyond neutral and violated WP:UNDUE and were subsequently reverted. Hopefully you'll read the policies I've highlighted and you can gain an understanding of what Wikipedia is - and what it is not. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:07, 22 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Ken Harycki

Why do you censor comments about a mayor who is using your media as a free ad instead of simply deleting it as already suggested? Elections have finite time frames and every day he gets your unabashed support is un-American! Either allow comments about his failed mayorship, or take the topic totally down. If you do not, I will file a complaint with the election board regarding your campaign ad. —Preceding unsigned comment added by New Mayor (talk • contribs) 01:05, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please read the above thread. There is nothing in the article in its current form that violates WP:NPOV, and it certainly is not an advertisement or promotion. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 03:23, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Wrong... how is a website linked to your site designed to promote a politician not an "advertisement"? http://www.kenforstillwater.com/kenforstillwater.com/About_Ken.html

Ken Harycki.

Unless the IP edits are vandalism or simply clearly not trying to help, I would say they should be allowed. I notice the page was already protected though, so I guess BLP enforcement has changed since I was active a couple of years ago. I'll default on Barek's judgement on this one, even if I don't entirely agree. Cheers, · Andonic Contact 07:26, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

OK. Thanks for your insight. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 13:42, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Just thought I'd let you know there's a couple more comments on my talk page related to this discussion. Haven't had any further problems, I hope? · Andonic Contact 15:59, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks for the note. No further problems, other than the user(s)'s inability to grasp Wikipedia's policies, as indicated in the discussions above. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:13, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Portal:Hare Krishna

"Delete - I can see no need for this portal in the first place. Aren't portals supposed to be about very broad topics? Won't the Hinduism portal suffice? Furthermore, this portal is so POV that even if it's to be kept, it needs to be completely restarted. Aren't portals subject to the same policies and guidelines as the rest of Wikipedia in that they shouldn't contain OR and POV? P. D. Cook" [1] If you insist on deletion Hare Krishna portal, then delete atheism portal. Then it would be right. Also you say - not this portal on first place... Well, I am not interested in great advertisement, and this portal now doesn't look very presentable, but anyway something like this must have more priority than those atheism portals anyway. You may think of deletion of Hare Krishna portal, but this seems you do not understand your position - in this life and next. You attained rare human form of life, and if you misuse this for materialism, nonsense - you risk very much. So this is solution - Hare Krishna portal... Well, at least as alternative to those atheism portal here. Hare Krishna. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 95.133.117.5 (talk) 20:10, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Well I see you've been blocked, so I guess I need not really reply to this. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 20:40, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

WP:UAAHP

Hiya, this is just to alert you that some username reports are being moved from UAA to the holding pen whenever people want to talk about the issues involved. I just moved your report for User:Sfnativesfortruuth. Thanks for your patrolling work. - Dank (push to talk) 02:45, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I noticed and commented there. Thanks. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 02:46, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
You bet. - Dank (push to talk) 02:48, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

???

Why do you chase me??? Do what you do and do not intrude

I have already explained Wikipedia policies to you. Please follow them. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 04:49, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

You think, this that speculation - can go on for millions of lifetimes... YOu think... I do not care

We do not take seriously your claims that "you think that that is not good"... YOu must provide scriptural reference. Wikipedia is not a scripture, and its rules like verifiability is materialistic, so unlsess you say that this is said in Vedas that Hare Krishna is not to be here - you must sit silently, or Yamaraja would come to you and teach you a lesson. Either in dream or alive... Do you want that I also tell you that whatever materislism you do is nonsense and Vedas say that you are ignorant rascal and go to hell? No? So leave me alone. If you make me angry - I use my anger against you in Krishna consciosuness. It means - you either become devotee and chant Hare Krishna as well, or suffer hellish life in this life, and maybe in next. Or would be ultimately Killed by Supreme Persoanlity of Godhead. So, do you think it is smart to go against true religion??? What ARE YOU DOING, FOOL? —Preceding unsigned comment added by HareKrishnaPortal (talk • contribs) 04:58, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

MY USERNAME

Hello Mr. Cook,

I received your message in regards to my username REVIVEMUSICINC.

I don't understand why i would have to change this username? This is my company. Everything i would post on Wikipedia would have to do with the artists that i represent. I am writing on behalf of my clients in which i work for.

Please advise, Best, Meghan Stabile 8/24/10 Revivemusicinc (talk) 13:54, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Your username violates the WP:CORPNAME policy. Accounts need to be registered to individuals, not companies. To change your name, go to Wikipedia:Changing username. However, please be advised that Wikipedia is not a place for promoting artists, and that if you are affiliated with the subjects of the articles you are editing, that you have a conflict of interest. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:00, 24 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Proposed deletion of The Pivot of Civilization

Hey, I thought you might be interested in this, since you'd edited the page.

The article The Pivot of Civilization has been proposed for deletion because of the following concern:

This page is almost completely unmaintained (only six edits in the six months since its original author was indefinitely blocked from editing Wikipedia), almost completely unlinked (only from Eugenics and Margaret Sanger), completely unreferenced (and unlikely to be referenced in the future; I can't find any articles about the book), and almost completely unread (stats.grok.se says it was viewed about three or four times a day last month). The original author of this article appears to have written it as a way to push their POV that Margaret Sanger was evil. As a result of these circumstances, the article is of very poor quality; aside from its grammatical errors, before my recent edit, it entirely failed to mention the main subject of the book it's ostensibly written about, which is birth control (or, as Sanger wrote, Birth Control.) Given the non-notability of the book, as manifested by all of these circumstances and by the fact that the book has only four reviews on Amazon despite having been published 88 years ago, it is very unlikely that anyone will ever take the trouble to bring this article up to Wikipedia standards.

While all contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, content or articles may be deleted for any of several reasons.

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{dated prod}} notice, but please explain why in your edit summary or on the article's talk page.

Please consider improving the article to address the issues raised. Removing {{dated prod}} will stop the proposed deletion process, but other deletion processes exist. The speedy deletion process can result in deletion without discussion, and articles for deletion allows discussion to reach consensus for deletion. Kragen Javier Sitaker (talk) 02:55, 15 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the note; prod2 added. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 14:06, 15 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
An IP user (does "— [[User:{{{1}}}|{{{1}}}]] ([[User talk:{{{1}}}|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/{{{1}}}|contribs]]) has made few or no other edits outside this topic. " apply to IPs?) deleted the prod with no comment, also removing your cleanup notice. I suppose I should AfD it now, sigh. Kragen Javier Sitaker (talk) 01:49, 18 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Hmm, now you've replaced the entire page contents with a redirect to Margaret Sanger, without merging anything into it. I guess that's sort of an improvement, but it seems like it violates the spirit of the AfD process. But I don't care enough to hassle with reverting, AfD, etc., myself; it hardly seems worth it for a garbage page that gets visited three times a day. If someone else does care enough about it, maybe they'll go through the whole rigmarole. Kragen Javier Sitaker (talk) 18:56, 23 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Sorry, I didn't see your message here. Yes, I went ahead and boldy redirected it to Margaret Sanger. The original page creator was a eugenics POV-pushing editor who was blocked. Another book article he created, Woman and the New Race, was redirected there as well, so it seemed fitting. I took by your <sigh> above that you didn't want to deal with it! Nonetheless, I don't think making a redirect violates anything. If someone doesn't like it, they certainly can undo it. The page history is still intact. If you'd like to take it to AfD to get more input, you're more than welcome to. Best regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 17:53, 26 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]
No worries. You have a good point about the history remaining accessible. Kragen Javier Sitaker (talk) 18:54, 26 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The Signpost: 23 August 2010

Hello, Pdcook. You have new messages at Boing! said Zebedee's talk page.
You can remove this notice at any time by removing the {{Talkback}} or {{Tb}} template.

User:Sopher99

After seeing this user once again biting a new contributor with a 3-minute A1 tag (and an incorrect one at that), I've started a new AN/I report. -- Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 03:33, 27 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the note. Unfortunately there's no shortage of folks adding A1s and A3s too quickly. P. D. Cook Talk to me! 04:56, 27 August 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The Signpost: 30 August 2010

Colin Currie - don't delete!

Hello, the reason the biography on Colin Currie's Wikipedia page is duplicate is because we (Intermusica Artists Management) manage Currie Worldwide (http://intermusica.co.uk/artists/percussion/colin-currie/biography) and this biography is one which is used by promoters and collaborative artists who work with Currie. We wrote the biography and therefore own it, and update it regularly. Opus 3 Artists manage Currie in the US, which is why the biography is also on their website.

How can I ensure that this page stays up?

With thanks and all best wishes, Rosamond De Vile, Intermusica Artists Management —Preceding unsigned comment added by Intermusica (talk • contribs) 12:06, 3 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]

It will have to be deleted. Please review Wikipedia's copyright policy. Also, please note that Wikipedia is an encyclopedia and not a promotional tool. Furthermore, you have a clear conflict of interest, and your username is against policy because it represents a group instead of an individual. If this musician is truly notable, then someone uninvolved will surely create a neutral Wikipedia article about them soon. You can nudge the process if you go to Requested articles and suggest the article be made. Regards, P. D. Cook Talk to me! 12:10, 3 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]
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