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Wikipedia:Requests for rollback

If you could explain your 3RR block in October at the above page, that'd be helpful; we're trying to understand the circumstances of it. Ral315 (talk) 06:22, 10 January 2008 (UTC)

I've responded on the project page. Thanks! Bstone (talk) 06:25, 10 January 2008 (UTC)
In regard to this, rollback isn't an honor or a sign of community trust, it is merely technical feature and getting it is no more momentous than installing Twinkle. John Reaves 16:17, 10 January 2008 (UTC)
You haven't been granted the trust of the community though. John Reaves 16:21, 10 January 2008 (UTC)
No, no, no. This is the same as someone putting Twinkle in your monobook - it's meaningless. You do not have more power or more responsibility no one is putting trust in you. The admins that thought you should have rollback were only protesting the reason for denying it. There was nothing personal about it. John Reaves 16:29, 10 January 2008 (UTC)

change to user page

I changed the verify link on you user page (to verify that you have rollback) so it only displays you. I hope you think the change is better (if not - just roll it back!). Jon513 (talk) 19:19, 10 January 2008 (UTC)

WP:AIV

This board is for reporting blatant vandalism. Reporting an administrator at AIV because you are unhappy with an action of theirs is not appropriate and could be seen as disruptive. I suggest discussion might be a better way to resolve your disagreement with Moreschi. WjBscribe 19:18, 11 January 2008 (UTC)

Your behaviour here has not been acceptable. You added a templated message to Moreschi's talkpage despite a big red notice on this page that makes it pretty clear you acknowledge that issuing some messages with a patronising "Welcome to Wikipedia" element is rude. You reported a longstanding editor and administrator of this project to a board designed for dealing with simple vandalism based apparently on a single edit you disagree with. Perhaps you'd like to review every edit Moreschi has made to this project before dismissing him as a "vandal". I removed a report that was completely inappropriate - we would not block a user based on one bad edit anyway, let alone one with a long and productive history of contributing to this project. Frankly I don't appreciate the tone you've taken in discussing the matter with me either. If your idea of dispute resolution is to slap a template on the talkpage of the person you disagree with and report them as a vandal, I think you need to rethink your approach. I suggest you might want to take a break from Wikipedia and cool down a little. WjBscribe 19:32, 11 January 2008 (UTC)
Let me put it this way. You indicate on your userpage that you would like to be an administrator someday. Are you telling me that, were you an administrator, you would have blocked Moreschi for the edit you cited at WP:AIV? WjBscribe 19:47, 11 January 2008 (UTC)


Obviously I agree with Friday. If you want a page unprotected you could try WP:RFPP. If you want an admin's behaviour reviewed WP:AN/I might be a good start. But I strongly recommend taking a more neutral tone and dropping the casual allegations of vandalism and demands for people to be blocked. WjBscribe 19:56, 11 January 2008 (UTC)

RE: Uncomfortable

What do you mean? When did I ever say anything about knowing what does and doesn't make you uncomfortable? I simply said you could have asked him on his talk page to stop, rather than report it to AN — threads like that on AN and ANI regularly cause drama and fighting. I then said that JohnReaves should stop and that I was archiving the thread because therre was nothing more to be siad there. That's it. JohnReaves is a respected member of the community and an administrator. He actually ran for arbcom in this years elections.--Phoenix-wiki 20:34, 11 January 2008 (UTC)

Annie Leonard

What are you talking about? The reason for deletion was given in the edit summary. Deb (talk) 17:34, 14 January 2008 (UTC)


I agree with Deb. If you want to write about Ms. Leonard, you should (1) write more than 2 sentences, and (2) provide reliable independent sources to show why she is notable. NawlinWiki (talk) 17:38, 14 January 2008 (UTC)

  • Thanks for your note. It's easier on everyone if you take some time to compose a complete article, with sources, before posting it. There's no need to post "placeholder" articles -- the title isn't going anywhere. Thanks, NawlinWiki (talk) 17:42, 14 January 2008 (UTC)
Yes, I'd recommend you take note of the above advice. If we hadn't deleted the article, other admins certainly would have. Deb (talk) 21:29, 14 January 2008 (UTC)
You describe yourself as a long-standing contributor. That being the case, you should be familiar with the Wikipedia:Deletion and Wikipedia:Notability guidelines. The article you've created has no categories, no list of sources, and very few citations. There is no indication of how many people have accessed "The Story of Stuff", and the web link doesn't appear to work. Deb (talk) 21:59, 14 January 2008 (UTC)

RE: Wikipedia:Appeals

Thanks. I plan to be a part of this discussion. - Rjd0060 (talk) 04:17, 22 January 2008 (UTC)

My comment toward you at admin noticeboard

Hi Bstone! I didn't think you were being terribly uncivil, but you were starting to focus on GWH's attitude (or at least the attitude you perceived in his comments) instead of the substance of his comments, and not only is that a distraction from the core topic but it also raises a red flag in my mind that things could get nasty if not checked. I trust you'll tread carefully. Cheers, alanyst /talk/ 03:34, 25 January 2008 (UTC)

Southern New England School of Law

Good clarification to that article. I had put some stuff in on a legal case involving its accreditation that is relevant, but needs secondary sources incorporated. Its on Talk:Southern New England School of Law with more appropriate sources, pending my getting around to doing it, but if you wanted to take a stab at it, that would be cool. MBisanz talk 01:54, 28 January 2008 (UTC)

User Cat

Just an FYI that your userpage "gag" places your user page in the Category:Wikipedia official policy which I'm fairly certain is anathema under some policy I can't remember at this hour. Maybe if you copy the template code to your page and remove the cat? MBisanz talk 09:01, 28 January 2008 (UTC)

i used subt:policy so it shouldn't, unless i am wrong, which could be right. Bstone (talk) 13:33, 28 January 2008 (UTC)
You are in the cat, not sure how to fix it other than remove it. Tiptoety talk 21:50, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Blah. Ok. Removing. Bstone (talk) 21:53, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Thanks! Cheers, Tiptoety talk 21:57, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
I think I can fix it if you'd let me edit your user page? MBisanz talk 23:02, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Oh, just curious to know how you might fix it? I think it would be cool if I, the famous Bstone, would become "official" policy. :) Bstone (talk) 23:20, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Take a look now. I just had to tweak the template code. MBisanz talk 23:44, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Lol, well it looks like he fixed it, good work. Tiptoety talk 23:44, 29 January 2008 (UTC)
Oh excellent! Thanks!!!! Bstone (talk) 23:59, 29 January 2008 (UTC)

Apology accepted

Don't worry about it - it is a rather foolish system they have set up, and if you don't know the details of what it looks like to admins, it's easy to presume intent. Adam Cuerden talk 08:10, 1 February 2008 (UTC)

Re. To talk page post

It was a joke. ;) Rudie M. (talk) 23:27, 3 February 2008 (UTC)

Might have been a bit of a pointy one, though. No harm done, I hope. Rudie M. (talk) 23:30, 3 February 2008 (UTC)

Beyt Tikkun

Thanks for the heads up. — Malik Shabazz (talk · contribs) 23:24, 5 February 2008 (UTC)

What I'm saying is that you can criticize the sources on the Talk page, but please wait to delete them until other editors have stopped their editing (which will be only a few hours). Your deletion of portions of the article while other editors are literally adding to it is disruptive. — Malik Shabazz (talk · contribs) 18:59, 6 February 2008 (UTC)
It's an article about a specific synagogue, not about Judaism. An expert in Judaism won't be able to contribute anything meaningful to the article. — Malik Shabazz (talk · contribs) 23:56, 6 February 2008 (UTC)

Beyt Tikkun

Hi Bstone: You recently nominated the Beyt Tikkun for deletion. Perhaps you may have wanted to contact the editors at Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Judaism first to see what they think, since you have previously not been part of editing many Judaic articles. Also, when nominating Judaic articles for deletion, it is helpful to also place a notification at Wikipedia:WikiProject Deletion sorting/Judaism to let other editors who may have an interest in these kinds of articles and topics know about the nomination. Thanks, IZAK (talk) 01:35, 6 February 2008 (UTC)

There is no obligation to do what is being asked of you here, Bstone. IZAK, although I agree it would have been nice for this to happen, it is not required of Bstone. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:05, 8 February 2008 (UTC)

RFA thanks

.: RFA thanks :.

Username

Did you ever have a previous username, perhaps Bkstone? You don't need to answer. I was just curious. =) нмŵוτнτ 20:57, 11 February 2008 (UTC)

Oh, alright. I just knew there was a user by that name once, and thought it could possibly be you. Nevermind. Carry on! нмŵוτнτ 07:18, 12 February 2008 (UTC)

Beyt Tikkun

Well, I only saw two admins give their opinion, one of who became an admin after he did so. Either way, an admin may have a demonstrated knowledge of policy, but their opinions should be treated just like any other editor, as long as everyone has made good arguments. Besides, I certainly don't know all 1500+ admins, so that doesn't really make a difference, anyway. Do I necessarily agree that the article should be included? Not necessarily, but it seemed to be that the overwhelming consensus was for keep. Feel free to submit it to AFD again in the future. Jauerbackdude?/dude. 19:55, 12 February 2008 (UTC)

Oh, by the way, there are also two admins who voted "Keep". Jauerbackdude?/dude. 20:05, 12 February 2008 (UTC)
Nice try, but your analogy is incorrect. It's not like a whole bunch of people came in and voted "Keep" based on bad arguments without any knowledge of policy. If that were the case, you would have a valid point. However, we both know that's not the case, because the "Keep" arguments were inline with policy, too. You tried to use the "several admins" argument in your first contact with me for deletion, but are you now trying to say that the two admins who voted "Keep" did so without knowing policy? Either let it go, or resubmit to AFD in the future, but I'm not going to reverse my decision merely because you don't agree with it. Jauerbackdude?/dude. 20:20, 12 February 2008 (UTC)
I'm not sure how much better I can explain this to you other than restating what I already said. I apologize for being confusing. So, in conclusion: The consensus was to "keep". The arguments/opinions expressed were for "keep" were valid and followed policy, therefore your "mob keep" argument doesn't work. Since you obviously disagree, feel free to resubmit it to AFD in the future. Jauerbackdude?/dude. 20:44, 12 February 2008 (UTC)

SMU insider

Yeah, I see some POV issues. I'll watchlist the page and keep an eye on him. I'm also going to issue a POV notice. - Philippe | Talk 22:46, 12 February 2008 (UTC)

Speedy deletes of synagogues

Hi Bstone: Please slow down your nominations of synagogue article stubs via the "speedy delete" process because it does not allow editors familiar with Judaic topics to make a serious judgment about each case. Please go through the regular channels of regular deletions. Place a notice on Wikipedia:WikiProject Deletion sorting/Judaism that will then let a broader spectrum of editors know what you are doing and why. Thanks a lot for your understanding! IZAK (talk) 02:44, 15 February 2008 (UTC)

Note

See [1]: Note to Bstone: Since this matter has now drawn the attention of some serious Judaic editors may I respectfully request that before you continue on your rampage of deletions, that you first list and discuss what it is that you plan on doing and why. You fail to realize something very important, that Wikipedia articles are not produced overnight, especially articles relating to Jewish topics may start as stubs and then develop over time. That is why Wikipedia has the entire institution of stubs, not to line articles up like sitting ducks to be deleted, but rather to give editors a chance to put down topics and then have them develop. You are violating this spirit and hindering the growth of articles by destroying them through prods at their early stages. I would strongly advise you to stop and discuss the matter fully here before you go any further or stronegr action against your moves will unfortunately be necessary very soon. Yours sincerly, IZAK (talk) 22:02, 15 February 2008 (UTC)

RE: User

If you're available to IRC for a moment, that would be easiest. - Rjd0060 (talk) 01:14, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

  • Hi guys: If you're talking about me here, no need to keep secrets. We are all big boys here and can handle whatever needs to be said in the open rather than leaving these glaring hints of "behind the scenes" manipulations! May I suggest that you do the correct thing and post all concerns and responses where the main discussion is taking place at Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Judaism#Deletion of synagogue articles where other more experienced Judaic voices are involved rather than all this "hush-hush" behind the scenes. Thanks and take care. IZAK (talk) 04:59, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

I have moved the talk page you requested

Hi, I have moved the talk page you wanted moved to here Fr33kMan (talk) 05:13, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

Withdraw nominations

Bstone: The Adas Israel Congregation and Adath Jeshurun Congregation articles, now renamed Adas Israel Congregation (Duluth) and Adath Jeshurun Congregation (Minnetonka) to differentiate them from other similar sounding congregations elsewhere, are now a full articles. They meet all criteria for such articles. It is requested that your nominations be withdrawn! (See what a little work on an article can do?! So rather for calling to delete articles, first check out with other Judaic editors if they are able to, or if they have an interest in expanding such articles that bridge important parts of Jewish history.) Thank you. IZAK (talk) 08:40, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

May as well let them play out, considering some people still say they should be deleted, even after the expansion. - Rjd0060 (talk) 16:02, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

Re

I have not understood your question. Otolemur crassicaudatus (talk) 17:50, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

Thank you

Hi Bstone: Thank you for putting your nomination at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Adas Israel Congregation "on hold" for now. I feel bad that you are not making yourself more heard at the discussions as your point of view could then be debated. Thanks again! IZAK (talk) 08:26, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

Follow-up with creator of Minnesota synagogues stubs

Hi Bstone: You may be interested to know that I have contacted User Grika (talk · contribs) who was the editor who originally created all the stub articles about synagogues in Minnesota that have now become the focal point of much debate, and he, as creator of the stubs has neither responded, participated nor defended himself in any discussions AFAIK. Please see User talk:Grika#Requesting your attention. Feel free to add your comments. Thanks, IZAK (talk) 09:39, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

RfCU

IZAK appears to have a history of contentious behavior. Unfortunately, he also appears to be a rather valuable editor regarding Judaism. The question to I guess be addressed is whether such an RfCU would be of any use, or whether it would possibly alienate him from other, non-Jewish editors, even further, maybe exacerbating the situation. You probably know more of his history than I do, so it's your call there. I'd probably be willing to participate, if I had reason to think that it would actually produce more positive than negative results. John Carter (talk) 18:27, 21 February 2008 (UTC)

I knew of his previous block in fact. And the fact that several editors on the Judaism project themselves consider him a bit extreme. Unfortunately, several also seem to be more than willing to side with him, maybe "protecting" him in a sense. I guess my response would be I'd probably be willing to take part, and point out how he may have acted less than acceptably. But I would probably like it best if we could have some comments from some of the more reasonable editors involved in the Judaism project, maybe User:Shirahadasha and a few others, who might have a better grasp of IZAK's thought processes. John Carter (talk) 18:44, 21 February 2008 (UTC)
Let me know as soon as possible. John Carter (talk) 15:53, 22 February 2008 (UTC)

STOP the incitement

While you are free to launch a RFC you have no right to violate Wikipedia:Canvassing and WP:NOT#BATTLEGROUND in your desire to cross swords with me that in itself shows your own lack of good faith. IZAK (talk) 06:06, 24 February 2008 (UTC)

Get well soon

I hope you have a great recovery from your surgery. Hang in there, and I hope that feeling better soon! нмŵוτнτ 20:50, 27 February 2008 (UTC)

Temple Shalom article

Dear Bstone,

Your latest revisions do clean up the article, but remove the information about our new building. Hopefully this can be restored.

all the best,

Jacobadlerarkansas (talk) 17:23, 28 February 2008 (UTC)Jacob

Warning: please stop blanking Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas Page

Dear Bstone,

This is our humble and sincere request that you stop removing important information from the Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas article.

Jacobadlerarkansas (talk) 00:20, 3 March 2008 (UTC)Rabbi Jacob Adler, jacobadlerarkansas

Temple Shalom Article

Dear Mr. Stone,

Thanks for your note.

It's true I know almost nothing about editing wikipedia articles.

It's also true that your edit undid much of the work of the authors. The initial history written by L. J. Rosenberg is a primary source, written by someone who was present at the founding of the organization.

Your edit removes much of the essential information: that after many years of using rented quarters, Temple Shalom is building a new building. Without that, it is entirely unclear what building you are referring to.

You might say that it's COI, or you might say that it's replacing information from knowledgeable sources with information from someone who knows nothing about Temple Shalom.

Perhaps you'd like to come and visit us and learn something--and then try to write.

All the best,

Jacobadlerarkansas (talk) 03:19, 3 March 2008 (UTC)Rabbi Jacob Adler

your suggestion?

Dear Mr. Stone,

Here is the continued history of Temple Shalom written by Judith Levine (see below). It is quite true that she is a member of Temple Shalom, but that fact alone doesn't make her statement non-neutral. It DOES contain significant information about the Temple. Perhaps, instead of simply elminating most of the information, you would be willing to suggest a neutral way of expressing it.

Sincerely yours,

Jacobadlerarkansas (talk) 03:34, 3 March 2008 (UTC)Rabbi Jacob Adler, jacobadlerarkansas

In 1999, the University of Arkansas Hillel began leasing a building from the University at 608 N. Storer Ave. in Fayetteville. Temple Shalom continued its long tradition of supporting University of Arkansas Hillel by leasing space in this larger building. Larger gatherings continued to take place at the Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship down the street. Religious School was held every Sunday morning.In 2004, just when Temple Shalom was rapidly growing out of that building, some members from the Rogers and Bentonville area decided to form a new congregation in Bentonville, Congregation Etz Chaim, thus doubling the Jewish presence in Northwest Arkansas.By the very next year it was becoming obvious that Temple Shalom needed to own its own building. The project to find or build a new building was launched by then president Joe Ratner. Longtime member Miriam Ella Alford proposed donating seed money to encourage others to donate to the building fund. The temple briefly considered buying and renovating a beautiful Fay Jones house, but those plans fell through.In 2006, local builder, Fadil Bayyari, a Palestinian Muslim from Springdale approached Temple Shalom member Ralph Nesson at a Rotary Club meeting. Mr. Bayyari proposed to build a new building for Temple Shalom at his cost. This generous offer spurred much interest in the local and national press. In 2007 Temple Shalom purchased about an acre of land at the corner of Sang Avenue and Cleveland Street to create a Temple Shalom / University of Arkansas Hillel home that will also house a multicultural library. In October of 2007, there was a groundblessing ceremony that was attended by religious leaders from a wide variety of faith traditions. Later that month, the former Sam Barg Hillel House at 607 Storer was sold to the University of Arkansas.Over the years, the important holidays and life-cycle events have been celebrated with help from visiting rabbis and cantors, student rabbis and lay leaders. In 2006, University of Arkansas professor of philosophy Jacob Adler, having newly acquired his rabbinical degree, became the first resident Rabbi.Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas has now grown to include nearly 60 families. There are about 30 children attending Religious School, several of whom become bar or bat mitzvah each year.by Judith Levine November 7, 2007Presidents:1981-1984 Jay Lewis1984-1987 Jeremy Hess1987-1990 Michael Lieber1990-1992 Daniel B. Levine1992-1996 L. Joseph Rosenberg1996-1998 Barry Brown1998-1999 Darla Newman1999-2000 Jeremy Hess2000-2002 Peter Ungar2002-2006 Joe Ratner2006- Bill Feldman

History of Temple Shalom

Dear Mr. Stone,

The "History" section contains the history of Temple Shalom up through 1997.

The section I quoted on your talk page contains the history from 1997 to the present.

Best, Rabbi Jacob Adler


Jacobadlerarkansas (talk) 03:45, 3 March 2008 (UTC)jacobadlerarkansas

Wikipedia:NotTheWikipediaWeekly

that's the label I've given to our experimental skypecast scheduled for March 4th 1am UTC (god knows what time that is for you - sorry!) - check out the page, because I've put a few details there (and been cheeky enough to note you down as a participant). I hope it works out for you to join - and I've got my fingers crossed for the technology too....

I'll be on IRC beforehand anyways to set it up etc. - and I look forward to it!

cheers, Privatemusings (talk) 09:07, 3 March 2008 (UTC)

Thank you

Dear Mr. Stone,

Thanks for your most recent note.

I will see what I can do--I'm just learning about this process.

By the way, the first part of the history needs a citation: Leon Joseph Rosenberg, "A History of the Jewish Community of Fayetteville," OZARKS WATCH vol. 12, nos. 1-2 (1999). I'm not quite sure how to put it in.

All the best,

Rabbi Jacob Adler —Preceding unsigned comment added by Jacobadlerarkansas (talk • contribs) 03:58, 3 March 2008 (UTC)

WP:COI

Just a reminder. WP:COI does not prohibit people from editing articles with which they have some form of connection. Rather, it requires extra care and supervision. They are discouraged, but not prohibited, and blanket reversion of edits with the tag "COI" are really unhelpful. If you could point out where the editor with the COI was violating WP:NPOV and call in an univilved admin, that would be much more helpful. Thank you. -- Avi (talk) 00:52, 4 March 2008 (UTC)

I've been dealing with the same issues on the new account-el list and the unblock list, so I have my eye peeled for it, yes. Thanks. -- Avi (talk) 03:59, 4 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks!

Thanks for being part of the inaugural NotTheWikipediaWeekly - it's all online now and I know some folk are giving it a listen.. I'm looking forward to further feedback, and thank you again for your involvement! Privatemusings (talk) 06:49, 4 March 2008 (UTC)

ps. have you noticed that the next possible chat is actually thursday evening 8pm for you? (i think?) - this one could well be delayed (there's no rush....) but I thought I'd see if there was interest out there to chat about 'GodKingGate' at all.... Privatemusings (talk) 00:56, 6 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks

Thanks so much for everything. You're so kind. DRosenbach (Talk | Contribs) 01:28, 6 March 2008 (UTC)

The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar

The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
To Bstone for acting swiftley in regards to the "Plano" situation. Much appreciated. Hu12 (talk) 16:46, 10 March 2008 (UTC)

CWii(Talk|Contribs) 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 their talk page with a friendly message.

You know why ;) CWii(Talk|Contribs) 02:09, 13 March 2008 (UTC)

you never know.....

probably unrelated - but who knows...? " Haun Elementary School was in partial lockdown as a precautionary measure, said Nancy Long, Plano ISD spokeswoman." .... Privatemusings (talk) 19:49, 13 March 2008 (UTC)

Another one

From An/I. Regards, -Jéské (v^_^v Detarder) 01:31, 14 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks. I've let the ISP know that they should inform their local police of the street address of this suicide threat. Bstone (talk) 03:31, 14 March 2008 (UTC)

Barnstar

The Real Life Barnstar
I award User:Bstone this barnstar for the user's work in dealing with real life threats on Wikipedians in WP:ANI Lenticel (talk) 09:34, 14 March 2008 (UTC)

WP:TOV

I nominated it for deletion. The nomination is at Wikipedia:Miscellany for deletion/Wikipedia:Threats of violence. This by no means indicate that you are not valued. You contributions are valued. Please feel free to participate in that discussion. Regards, NonvocalScream (talk) 02:13, 15 March 2008 (UTC)

Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas

Dear Bstone,

I just wanted to check in with you.  I have returned to the real world for two weeks and am able to communicate finally.  Thanks so much for all your hard work on the Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas site.  I'm afraid that my geographic location has been a severe handicap... that and my total novice status at things Wikipedia... not a good combination... also, overzealous friends trying to "correct" misperceived wrongs... oh my... please forgive me, and them.  I have posted a possible rewrite on the site talk page.  If you are feeling up to it, I would really appreciate some constructive criticism.   I hope I have understood COI and NPOV.  I really hope this site is not beyond repair.

JudithRobinsonLevine (talk) 15:51, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

 :-)

No problem. All part of the job. ScaldingHotSoup (talk) 20:15, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

Framework for clarification

Hi Bstone: I have created a "framework for clarification" to help resolve the editorial conflicts at the Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas page, see Talk:Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas#Framework for clarification that should help deal with this. Thanks, IZAK (talk) 22:42, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks IZAK (talk), Bstone (talk) and DGG (talk) for all your hard work and concern about the TSNWA site. I really appreciate your comments and suggestions on how to write a NPOV article. Thanks also for giving me the benefit of the doubt and for throwing in a positive comment from time to time. I already feel completely out of my depth in this and like an idiot for accusing you of vandalism because of my ignorance. Your kindness in the face of my misunderstanding means a lot to me. I hope I can help you rewrite an appropriately spare article. Please take a look at what I have posted on the site and let me know how far off the mark I am... JudithRobinsonLevine (talk) 04:11, 18 March 2008 (UTC)

No messages?

Maybe your draconian policy of reverting anything you disagree with has by association meant that you have no friends. 86.45.192.62 (talk) 11:20, 24 March 2008 (UTC)

Wikipedia:NotTheWikipediaWeekly

Thanks for your interest in coming and being a part of a conversation! - I'm going to host a chit chat at 00.00 UTC March 26th (which is probably tomorrow for most - it's 8.00pm east coast US) - it'd be great if you can come along, and I've created a new 'confirmed' participants section at the wiki page, which it would be great if you could pop over and sign, if you are indeed available! - I hope so, and I look forward to chatting tomorrow! best, Privatemusings (talk) 02:12, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

REQUEST x 3, again.

Hello Bstone: Please make every effort to list articles for deletion that relate to Jews and Judaism at Wikipedia:WikiProject Deletion sorting/Judaism and to then place the {{subst:delsort|Judaism}}<small>-~~~~</small> template on the AfD pages concerned. You recently nominated 3 such articles for deletion, without waiting for much discussion, at Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Judaism#WikiProject Judaism: Articles of unclear notability when more input was being awaited after User:B. Wolterding had put in a request for advice how to proceed. By placing such articles on the Wikipedia:WikiProject Deletion sorting/Judaism page you make it fairer and easier for editors who have a serious interest in such proposed deletions to take note and join in, as no-one can know where all such deletions are being proposed and taking place. Thank you for giving this matter your serious attention. IZAK (talk) 08:10, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

Yavneh Day School (Cincinnati, Ohio)

I have removed the speedy delete request that you placed. As stated in the template, and at WP:CSD, schools are not eligible for A7 deletion. If still concerned about notability then you have the option of using a Prod or taking the page to AfD. TerriersFan (talk) 17:03, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

Please recuse yourself

Dear TerriersFan, I kindly ask you to recuse yourself from closing further CSDs in the Judaism Project. I base this on your voting in such AfDs[2]. As I do not mean this personally and I completely assume your good faith. Thank you. Bstone (talk) 17:10, 25 March 2008 (UTC)

I removed the A7 template because it was placed contrary to policy. I have no interest in the Judaism Project but certainly will not be inhibited about actioning future CSDs that happen to be in the project. If you are unhappy about any future CSD actions then firstly raise the point on my talk page and if we can't reach agreement then take it to WP:DRV. TerriersFan (talk) 17:48, 25 March 2008 (UTC)