Apollo BBS Archive

Apollo BBS Archive - May 31, 1989


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Message: 5544
Author: $ Dean Hathaway
Category: Get-Togethers
Subject: Idea
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 20:41:41

  How many people could make it to a GT at my house this weekend? We live in
the northeast part of town, near Cave Creek Road and 12th Street. It is not
a very big place, but I think it could handle the turnout of any GT I have
been to yet. It could be Saturday or Sunday or maybe even both. It could be
a cookout, a drunken brawl, or whatever. We live on the edge of the Phoenix
Mountain Preserve, so hiking and biking are even a possibility.
  If people are interested we need to decide how and when and what people
want to bring. It will be largely Bring-Your-Own on consumables if it
happens, since we don't drink.
  Let me know if people are interested and we will put something together. I
even have some photos and videos of past GTs to show to anyone who is
interested. You could even gaze upon the video image of James Taranto from
the JB's GT. You will even hear him speak.
   See You Later
      Dean H.

Message: 5545
Author: $ Beauregard Dog
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: GT
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 23:15:16

I vote for Saturday, as my Sunday from around 4pm on is already spoken
for...

Message: 5546
Author: $ James Hawley
Category: Answer!
Subject: Last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 02:13:59

Saturday is fine with me.  As long as there is a beauty contest.

Message: 5547
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: Dean/GT
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 06:11:25

Hey - that sounds great! I'd go. -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 5548
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: James/last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 06:12:20

Fine with the beauty contest. What type of bathing suit are you going to
wear? -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 5549
Author: $ James Hawley
Category: Answer!
Subject: Last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 06:34:23

I think I'm going topless.  How about you?

Message: 5550
Author: $ Michael James
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: GT
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 09:29:54

I'll go if it's still going on after 6PM Saturday.

Message: 5551
Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: GT
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 09:57:06

        I'm with Michael James.... if it is AFTER 6pm Saturday.....

*=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

Message: 5552
Author: $ James Hawley
Category: Answer!
Subject: Last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 11:38:25

I'll drop by for an hour or so, but I can't stay any longer than 7pm.

Message: 5553
Author: $ Dean Hathaway
Category: Get-Togethers
Subject: Time
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 12:15:37

  So far Saturday starting at around 6pm seems popular. Does that sound ok
to most who would attend?
  See You Later,
    Dean H.

Message: 5554
Author: $ James Taranto
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: GT
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 17:33:58

I can't make it.

Message: 5555
Author: $ Rod Williams
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: GT
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 19:53:18

        What kind of drugs will you be serving?

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Message: 2288
Author: $ Dean Hathaway
Category: Kontest
Subject: Withdrawal
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 16:07:41

  I didn't feel good about the possibility of winning this contest when I
started it, made up the rules, and ended it. I would be a lot happier just
writing a story for fun and encouraging others to do some writing also. If
we have another contest in which I don't make up the rules, etc then I will
be happy to enter.
  See You Later,
    Dean H.
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Message: 2289
Author: $ Sandy SYSOP
Category: Review/Critique
Subject: Last
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 18:10:53

        I will not hold a grudge against you, Dean, if you win.
I do not think you will hold any grudges against me when you find yourself
in the Phantom Zone for life either.

Message: 2290
Author: $ Peter Petrisko
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: CLIFF
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 19:20:52

     Maybe we can vote on whether or not to close the story vote.

Message: 2291
Author: $ Dean Hathaway
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: Last
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 20:29:14

  Shouldn't we vote first on whether or not there should be a vote to
decide on closing the story vote?
   See You Later
      Dean H.

Message: 2292
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: Dean/last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 06:16:55

Forget the Kontest - you won fair and square it looks like to me! Why?
Simply because most of the voters thought your's was the best. There is no
reason why your good story should not have been included because you started
the Kontest. So forget it - sit back and get your Glory, Laud and honor that
is due you. Congratulations! Lets do it again soon. -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 2293
Author: $ Rod Williams
Category: Chit-Chat
Subject: do it again
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 19:56:52

        Yeah, I've got another twisted story idea.  Just another way the
world could end, that's all.  And as my last story pointed out a very real
way this planet could become meaningless to humans, the other idea is just
as viable, in fact, it is happening right now, under our noses.

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Message: 3122
Author: $ James Taranto
Category: Cosmos-Chatter
Subject: Joke
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 16:20:11

Where do Vermont cows go on dates?
 
 
 
 
 
 
To the Mooooooovies!

Message: 3123
Author: $ Sandy SYSOP
Category: Cosmos-Chatter
Subject: Last
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 18:15:42

        I give up .........

Which one of those two lines was the punch line?

Message: 3124
Author: $ James Taranto
Category: Cosmos-Chatter
Subject: Joke
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 17:34:45

What was the cow doing on Interstate 89 in Vermont?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
About 4 mph!

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Message: 58962
Author: $ James Taranto
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Hello
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 16:18:23

I guess Frank Lopinto says hi.

Message: 58963
Author: Lee Warren
Category: Bulletins
Subject: other systems
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 16:37:04

ST Base Express no longer in service.*
The phone is now other use.
from: Lee Warren
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Message: 58964
Author: $ Daryl Westfall
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Cliff/Greek
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 19:06:45

Cliff, I think your "Greek" feature is illegal in some states, including
Arizona.

Message: 58965
Author: $ Daryl Westfall
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Jim Lippard/Genii CS
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 19:10:14

Do you think they would offer a free promotional copy if it were used to the
purpose of re-broadcasting in the Phoenix area?

Message: 58966
Author: $ Daryl Westfall
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Ann/Grand Prix
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 19:11:14

I plan to stay away from it as possible for the entire day. Including TV and
radio coverage.

Message: 58967
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Daryl/last
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 19:43:26

Not me! I'd give my eye teeth to go to the Grand Prix. Wish my husband would
surprise me with tickets - but I really can't take the sun and don't wish to
pay $200 a seat for shade - if there's any left! I doubt that we will get TV
coverage. -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 58968
Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Daryl/Greeking?
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 22:23:57

        Why is it 'illegal'?   I hardly think so.....

Are you sure you know what I mean by Greeking text so a person on this side
of the BBS can not see private mail or the ote of other users!

*=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

Message: 58969
Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Grand Prix
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 22:25:38

        I hope it is a FLOP!

*=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

Message: 58970
Author: $ Beauregard Dog
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Grand Prix
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 23:13:47

ESPN will cover it live.
 
Yes, we've paid for it, but the city is hoping to get back some of the costs
by charging those who actually 'use it' (that is, attend).  Think of it as a
toll road.

Message: 58971
Author: $ Beauregard Dog
Category: Tales & Tall Stories
Subject: Mana from Uncle Sam
Date: 05/30/89  Time: 23:14:38

I have in front of me, a check made out to me for $406.27 - now all I need
to do is to find a bank that will let me open an account in my name...

Message: 58972
Author: $ James Hawley
Category: Answer!
Subject: Last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 02:16:42

If it's a legitimate check, I can cash it for you.  

Message: 58973
Author: $ James Hawley
Category: Answer!
Subject: Ann
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 02:18:12

I do believe that there are less expensive seats available.  It's like the
Fiesta Bowl parade.  It's nice for the city, but I don't really have any
desire to see it.

Message: 58974
Author: $ Nick Ianuzzi
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Ann/pollution
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 04:03:22

When the emissions control system of a late-model automobile is functioning
in "closed loop" mode, tailpipe emissions are very low. After your car has
warmed up, and assuming that you haven't been idling for an extended period
(more than 5 minutes or so), your vehicle will switch to closed loop.
Basically that means that the car adjusts it fuel/air ratio according to the
oxygen sensor's input, and that the catalyst is sufficiently warm to
function properly. Since today's cars warm up rather quickly, and most
people don't waste gas idling for extended periods, you're usually operating
in closed loop. The purpose of the emissions test is to confirm that the
system is functioning properly when it is in closed loop, at both idle and
cruise speeds. Most emissions are produced at cruise (when the car would be
in closed loop if functioning properly), so the test is useful enough.

I can't understand why anyone would want to remove the catalytic converter
on a late model car. The fuel savings would be negligible at best, and
converters are covered by a 5 year warranty on all new cars.

Message: 58975
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: James H./G.Prix
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 05:58:19

Yes - I heard there was seats down to $25 - but no doubt, in the sun. I
couldn't take the heat for an hour unfortunately. I'm hoping to meander
around town after dark to hob knob with the Europeans and jet set. In other
words, 'Gawk!' I'm a full fledged people watcher'. -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 58976
Author: $ Ann Oudin
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: Nick/last
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 06:10:14

That was an impressive post. You obviously know what your talking about.

I'm not knowledgable about catalytic converters and only go on here-say of
other people - my husband being the main one. Through him, I heard of many
that take them off and swear they get better milage and better preformance.
We know one guy that works in a auto shop and he says so many new models do
not function properly with the converters. Also, another guy that is a car
dealer - he said the new Thunderbirds sit on the lot because they won't pass
emissions testing with our new laws. I'm not against smog control of this
sort, but I don't think it's fair that we pay the prices we do for autos and
they don't function right from the factory. We ought to be able to at least
go three years without worrying about emissions testing with a new car.
                         -=*) ANN (*=-

Message: 58977
Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
Category: Politics
Subject: Concealed Weapons
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 11:03:15

              ARIZONA CITIZENS CONCEALED WEAPONS ISSUE

     You   may  be  aware  that  Representative  Dave Carson (542-5412) of
Prescott introduced  a bill that would allow Arizona citizens  to carry
concealed weapons.  A permit would be issued  after  the required class
hours had been completed and the permit fee paid.

     The  bill was voted on last week (May 22-25) by the Arizona House Of
Representatives and passed. The bill now goes before the Arizona State
Senate and may be voted on as early as the  first part of this week, May
29-June 2.

     If  you agree with this bill,  to be able to receive a legal permit to
carry a concealed weapon in the state of Arizona, it is VERY important for
you to call our state Senators right away!!!  A call to each Senator listed
below would be most effective. Even if they  are not from your district,
their vote  WILL  directly effect whether you can or cannot  get a concealed
weapons permit.

     Call  each  office  and tell them that you are in  favor of the
concealed  weapons  bill  (S.1272) and urge the Senator  to vote "YES"!!!
CALL ASAP!!  The vote may be early this week! 

(Phone numbers in next post of all AZ. District Senators)

Message: 58978
Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
Category: Politics
Subject: Az. Dist. Senators
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 11:09:30

 SENATOR           DIST. PHX. TEL.#      SENATOR           DIST. PHX. TEL.#

 ALSTON, LELA        20   542-4485       ARZBERGER, GUS      08   542-4321
 BARTLETT, DAVID     13   542-5911       BREWER, JANICE K.   19   542-4136
 CORBET, LEO         18   542-4480       CORPSTEIN, PETE     24   542-5284
 DE LONG, BILL       14   542-5993       DENNY, BOB          15   542-4173
 GABALDON, TONY      02   542-4486       GELLESPIE, JERRY    21   542-5288
 GUTIERREZ, JAIME    11   542-5262       HARDT, A.V."BILL"   04   542-4129
 HAYS, JOHN          01   542-5584       HENDERSON,JAMES,JR  03   542-4323
 HIGUERA, JESUS      10   542-5342       HILL, JEFFREY       09   542-5683
 MAWHINNEY, JOHN     12   542-4326       OSBORN, JONES       05   542-4139
 PATTERSON, TOM      26   542-5955       PEARCE, LESTER N.   29   542-4481
 PENA,MANUEL "LITO"  22   542-4171       RIOS, PETER         07   542-5685
 SOSSAMAN, JAMES     30   542-5325       STEINER, JACQUE     25   542-4916
 STEPHENS, ALAN J.   06   542-4178       STUMP, WAYNE        16   542-5261
 TODD, DOUG          27   542-4124       USDANE, ROBERT B.   28   542-4233
 WALKER, CAROLYN     23   542-4291       WRIGHT, PAT         17   542-3160

If you want your own directory of Arizona Phone numbers for elected
officials call 542-4900... Ask for mail room, then tell them you want a
directory. There is NO charge for this 39th Legislature (1989-1990) booklet.
You also get district maps and other assorted goodies.  Now do it!

*=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

Message: 58979
Author: $ Rod Williams
Category: Chit Chat
Subject: "Greeking"
Date: 05/31/89  Time: 20:02:13

        Arizona is an official English Language state.  

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