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:Hi there [[User:Lbcstud562|LBC]], nice to meet you. I'm sorry you found my edits "inattentive". Do you know about the page history? You can read about page histories here: [[Help:Page history]]. That will show how my edits were explained in my edit summaries. You can read about edit summaries here: [[Help:Edit summaries]]. If you look at the [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lewis_%26_Clark_Law_School&curid=3936687&action=history history of the LC Law School page] you can see my rationale for removing the images. (Also, if you click on what we call [[WP:DIFF|"diffs"]] you can compare the old and new versions of the article.) Basically, as far as I could tell, most of the images are in violation of copyright despite claiming on [http://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special%3AListFiles&user=Lbcstud562&ilshowall=1 Commons] that these images are your own work. If you can fix the licensing on Commons to prove you own the rights to those images, feel free to restore them. As far as the alumni section, be sure to read up on [[WP:CIVIL|civility]] and [[WP:AGF|assuming good faith]]. I realize that my reversion of the alumni section was probably not ideal, in that there were probably some missing entries and citations. I felt reversion would be less work than removing the headings and re-alphabetizing the more recent version of that section. I didn't have time go back through and fix it, sorry about that! Feel free to do so, and make the other edits you suggested above, remembering of course that on Wikipedia our standard for notability when listing people in alumni sections is that they already have a Wikipedia article. I hope that explains. Have a fantastic day! P.S. Don't forget to sign your posts with 4 tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). [[User:Valfontis|Valfontis]] ([[User talk:Valfontis#top|talk]]) 00:59, 8 June 2014 (UTC) |
:Hi there [[User:Lbcstud562|LBC]], nice to meet you. I'm sorry you found my edits "inattentive". Do you know about the page history? You can read about page histories here: [[Help:Page history]]. That will show how my edits were explained in my edit summaries. You can read about edit summaries here: [[Help:Edit summaries]]. If you look at the [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lewis_%26_Clark_Law_School&curid=3936687&action=history history of the LC Law School page] you can see my rationale for removing the images. (Also, if you click on what we call [[WP:DIFF|"diffs"]] you can compare the old and new versions of the article.) Basically, as far as I could tell, most of the images are in violation of copyright despite claiming on [http://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special%3AListFiles&user=Lbcstud562&ilshowall=1 Commons] that these images are your own work. If you can fix the licensing on Commons to prove you own the rights to those images, feel free to restore them. As far as the alumni section, be sure to read up on [[WP:CIVIL|civility]] and [[WP:AGF|assuming good faith]]. I realize that my reversion of the alumni section was probably not ideal, in that there were probably some missing entries and citations. I felt reversion would be less work than removing the headings and re-alphabetizing the more recent version of that section. I didn't have time go back through and fix it, sorry about that! Feel free to do so, and make the other edits you suggested above, remembering of course that on Wikipedia our standard for notability when listing people in alumni sections is that they already have a Wikipedia article. I hope that explains. Have a fantastic day! P.S. Don't forget to sign your posts with 4 tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). [[User:Valfontis|Valfontis]] ([[User talk:Valfontis#top|talk]]) 00:59, 8 June 2014 (UTC) |
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::Lbcstud562, also review [[WP:UNIGUIDE]], the guideline for university articles, which explains some of this. [[User:Aboutmovies|Aboutmovies]] ([[User talk:Aboutmovies|talk]]) 03:58, 8 June 2014 (UTC) |
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1. South Wasco County High School, per User talk:Tedder#South Wasco County High School Valfontis (talk) 22:48, 23 December 2010 (UTC)
2. Talk:Caulk boots Valfontis (talk) 13:55, 20 January 2011 (UTC)
3. Hermiston, Oregon Valfontis (talk) 15:27, 11 February 2011 (UTC)
4. Hope Abbey Valfontis (talk) 15:27, 11 February 2011 (UTC)
5+ Roy, USCGC Fir (WLM-212), Laurelhurst. Valfontis (talk) 18:27, 5 March 2011 (UTC)
6. Edgar M. Lazarus--add Teague info
7. Scan legislator bios for AM
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reverts of Oregon edits
You reverted a number of (or all) my edits to Oregon places. Please explain why. You edits generally do not match the text of the articles which govern what categories can be used for the articles. In addition, a place cannot both be an incorporated community and a ghost town. A community must by definition have people; a ghost town has no people. Hmains (talk) 16:42, 2 March 2014 (UTC)
- That is very black and white thinking. The term is actually somewhat ambiguous. (Although I'm about to use Wikipedia as a reference, the following article is cited.) See Ghost town:
- "The term can sometimes refer to cities, towns, and neighborhoods which are still populated, but significantly less so than in years past; for example those affected by high levels of unemployment and dereliction."[1]
- "The exact definition of a ghost town varies between individuals, and between cultures. Some writers discount settlements that were abandoned as a result of a natural or human-made disaster, using the term only to describe settlements which were deserted because they were no longer economically viable; T. Lindsey Baker, author of Ghost Towns of Texas, defines a ghost town as "a town for which the reason for being no longer exists".[2] Some believe that any settlement with visible tangible remains should not be called a ghost town[3] others say, conversely, that a ghost town should contain the tangible remains of buildings.(Thomsen, Clint. "Ghost Towns: Lost Cities of the Old West") Whether or not the settlement must be completely deserted, or may contain a small population, is also a matter for debate. Generally, though, the term is used in a looser sense, encompassing any and all of these definitions. The American author Lambert Florin's preferred definition of a ghost town was simply 'a shadowy semblance of a former self'.[4]"
- A place can be classed as a "populated place" by the USGS (possibly erroneously--GNIS is not perfect), and the townsite still be largely (although not completely) abandoned. I have endeavored to keep these articles true to the boom/bust definition. Some may be subject to debate, but the term "ghost town" should have a citation in each article, it is not just my opinion. The category scheme should be an aid to navigation for these types of places. Cheers, Valfontis (talk) 19:48, 2 March 2014 (UTC)
- I work on categories and minor items in articles. Whatever is in the article content at the time of my work is what I use. So first: If an article (Antelope, Oregon says a place is a city and does not mention it ever being a ghost town, then it goes into city categories not ghost town categories. Your revert of my edit put such a city back into a ghost town category. You were simply reverting everything I did to Oregon articles or inserting your opinion when no facts (cited or otherwise) were present. Similar situation regarding other of your reverts. Hmains (talk) 05:19, 5 March 2014 (UTC)
- I feel the original versions were more accurate so I reverted. I don't have time to do the requisite research and writing right now. The Antelope article is long on Rajneeshees and short on ghost town history. Here are a couple examples of how it is a ghost town [5] [6], obtained within the first few Google hits. Ghosttowns.com is not a reliable source, nor is the photography site but the book by Henry Chenowith that is cited (he didn't add the content from what I understand) is a good starting point although it is old. I get it out from the library once in a while. When I have time to do the research I try to back up any "ghost town" claims with multiple sources. I'll get around to fixing it eventually. There is in fact even a photo of an abandoned building in the infobox, but of course that is original research. I note that Finetooth, who is a better editor than me, has worked extensively on this article. You might ask him for his opinion. Good for you for insisting on sources. So fair enough, but I have to insist that "populated place" or "city" and "ghost town", are not mutually exclusive. Good luck, Valfontis (talk) 11:18, 5 March 2014 (UTC)
Thank you
… for attending the meetup this afternoon. It was a pleasure meeting you. I hope to see you at another Wikipedia event soon! --Another Believer (Talk) 04:10, 9 March 2014 (UTC)
- ... also, you might be interested in this newly-created entry. --Another Believer (Talk) 21:33, 17 March 2014 (UTC)
- Nice! I'm sure I have a pic...on my old, inaccessible hard drive. If the light is good this evening I'll try to get a new one. Valfontis (talk) 22:13, 17 March 2014 (UTC)
- Fantastic! Thanks so much. Do let me know if there are other notable sculptures in Salem. This seems inadequate! I am trying to improve coverage of Sculpture in Oregon as part of the Oregon Arts Project. Needless to say, you are more than welcome to help, if you are interested! --Another Believer (Talk) 16:07, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- There is a sort of stupid temporary(?) "sculpture garden" next to convention center that has works by notable artists. Critique can be found here, I may or may not be affiliated with the bloggers but they discuss sculpture quite a bit for a transportation blog. More here. Not a "reliable source" but a place to start anyway. Salem isn't the artiest place... but.. Earthball! We need an article on Riverfront Park (Salem, Oregon) first though (hint, hint!). There is also a carousel there with hand-carved animals, not sure that counts. Also fairly recently a statue of Tom McCall was installed. I'll think about Salem some more. All the public buildings have 1% for Art type-installations. For Eugene, write about Big Red. Valfontis (talk) 18:37, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- Good list here. Cricket and Fly were written up in the Salem Is online magazine recently, the "Chicken Fountain" (Hatfield fountain) at WU and the doughboy on the grounds of vets' affairs should all have a decent amount of interesting bits to write about. Valfontis (talk) 18:51, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- Wonderful! Thanks for the suggestions. I created a short stub for Riverfront Park and added several sculptures to the list of articles to create. --Another Believer (Talk) 20:49, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- Good list here. Cricket and Fly were written up in the Salem Is online magazine recently, the "Chicken Fountain" (Hatfield fountain) at WU and the doughboy on the grounds of vets' affairs should all have a decent amount of interesting bits to write about. Valfontis (talk) 18:51, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- There is a sort of stupid temporary(?) "sculpture garden" next to convention center that has works by notable artists. Critique can be found here, I may or may not be affiliated with the bloggers but they discuss sculpture quite a bit for a transportation blog. More here. Not a "reliable source" but a place to start anyway. Salem isn't the artiest place... but.. Earthball! We need an article on Riverfront Park (Salem, Oregon) first though (hint, hint!). There is also a carousel there with hand-carved animals, not sure that counts. Also fairly recently a statue of Tom McCall was installed. I'll think about Salem some more. All the public buildings have 1% for Art type-installations. For Eugene, write about Big Red. Valfontis (talk) 18:37, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- Fantastic! Thanks so much. Do let me know if there are other notable sculptures in Salem. This seems inadequate! I am trying to improve coverage of Sculpture in Oregon as part of the Oregon Arts Project. Needless to say, you are more than welcome to help, if you are interested! --Another Believer (Talk) 16:07, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- Nice! I'm sure I have a pic...on my old, inaccessible hard drive. If the light is good this evening I'll try to get a new one. Valfontis (talk) 22:13, 17 March 2014 (UTC)
Awesome! The same blog has lots of talk about the urban renewal district. See also Finetooth's excellent article on Pringle Creek and Union Street Railroad Bridge. Lots of material for expansion. Now I need to get off my butt and write about Minto-Brown Island Park and also Wallace Marine Park--they are all going to be connected eventually. Some things about So-Lame are actually pretty cool... Valfontis (talk) 22:05, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
- I need to come spend a day or weekend and visit the sites. Historic buildings, parks, public art, etc. Have you seen the photography projects we've started in Portland and now Eugene as well? Perhaps we could do one for Salem, too, either a one-off or a series. If you enjoy taking pictures and would be interested, let me know, otherwise User:Visitor7 and I might have to plan one for later this year. --Another Believer (Talk) 22:29, 18 March 2014 (UTC)
(belated reply) I love taking photos, I hate uploading them. So I can't really commit to any photo projects. I'd be glad to show you (or anyone else who's interested) around though. There is a pass that gets one in to Deepwood Estate, Bush House, Hallie Ford Art Museum, and Mission Mill, if you're up for all that history. Plus three historic districts. Valfontis (talk) 19:08, 6 April 2014 (UTC)
- In case you happen to be in Portland this weekend! --Another Believer (Talk) 01:59, 18 April 2014 (UTC)
DYK for Margaret Jewett Smith Bailey
Thank you Victuallers (talk) 20:46, 28 March 2014 (UTC)
DYK for Frank M. Warren, Sr.
slakr\ talk / 16:12, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
Hooray! Valfontis (talk) 16:33, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
- Woot! --17:12, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
- Who was man or woman of mystery? Valfontis (talk) 20:00, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
- Wow, never seen that before! --Esprqii (talk) 20:56, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
- 3,000+ views...wow, tilikum love their Titanic trivia! --Esprqii (talk) 19:20, 16 April 2014 (UTC)
- Is that the final answer? Just don't call it a bicycle bridge or the taxpayers will come after you. Máh-sie. Valfontis (talk) 19:47, 16 April 2014 (UTC)
- 3,000+ views...wow, tilikum love their Titanic trivia! --Esprqii (talk) 19:20, 16 April 2014 (UTC)
- Wow, never seen that before! --Esprqii (talk) 20:56, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
- Who was man or woman of mystery? Valfontis (talk) 20:00, 15 April 2014 (UTC)
You tagged this section of the article for cleanup without specifying a reason. Please clarify. EagerToddler39 (talk) 03:47, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
- It's a mess. Sigh. Valfontis (talk) 03:48, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
- That vague comment is not much helpful either. EagerToddler39 (talk) 03:52, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
- Did you see my note on the article's talk page as per the tag? Your note here triggered said cleanup. Cheers, Valfontis (talk) 04:01, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
- That vague comment is not much helpful either. EagerToddler39 (talk) 03:52, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
For future reference: Example and FAQ. Valfontis (talk) 19:10, 19 April 2014 (UTC)
A barnstar for you!
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The Original Barnstar |
Good job with the sources on Astro Pops. You managed to find a lot of references I didn't. Howicus (Did I mess up?) 19:40, 19 April 2014 (UTC) |
Thatcher Road post office
Anyone is invited to come to the Thatcher Road post office on May 4th, 2014 around 1pm. 5901 Thatcher Road, Forest Grove, OR. You will be able to meet the family (children) that lived there when the building was purchased while still in the post office format and they will be able to describe in detail the remodel of the post office to a residence. I hope to have historical photos of the building there on May 4th, if I do not get them printed out in time, they will be posted on this Wiki site.
There is also another building directly across from 5901 that was the Thatcher Grange Hall. It is now in very poor condition as it was used to house cattle.
The building (5901) is set to be destroyed and May 4th, 2014 will be the last opportunity for anyone to visit it. — Preceding unsigned comment added by MJduyck (talk • contribs) 16:08, 22 April 2014 (UTC)
- Thank you for the kind invite, it sounds like a great opportunity. I probably won't be able to make it but maybe others who live in the area would like to go. Uploaded photos would be great. I didn't know there was a Grange hall. Do you know if any of the historic info has been published, say by the Washington County Historical Society? Valfontis (talk) 16:15, 22 April 2014 (UTC)
- I have not had time to research public archives. My grandparents, Carl & Wilma Mayer, and my mother and her siblings lived in the post office building, which is why I have photos. I used to visit the Thatcher Grange Hall with my grandfather as he tended his cattle across the road before it was in the terrible shape that it is now. My grandparents had a solid history of the area. This is an area where everyone knew/knows everyone. The family welcomes anyone that is interested to come by on May 4th.
- MJduyck (talk) 17:03, 22 April 2014 (UTC)
- Have you invited anyone from the local paper? If they were to write up and publish the history we would instantly have a reliable source for this information. Not that we don't believe you but we call that original research. Valfontis (talk) 20:07, 22 April 2014 (UTC)
My family is well established in the Forest Grove community (Duyck). The FG Fire Dept is doing the burn on the building. We will request that the FG News Times be in attendance. We will offer them photos (old and current), for both the post office and the Grange Hall. MJduyck (talk) 22:03, 22 April 2014 (UTC)
Yeah, I saw from the history that you were the main person on that... I took liberties with a few titles adding the city name, figuring that having 5 papers listed as The Times wasn't as useful as Smalltown Times and Littleville Times etc. I think it works.
A bit weird having the first section alphabetical by city and the second section alphabetical by title, but even that has a little bit of logic if one things about it from the perspective of a person searching for information, i.e., they'd be looking for the paper TODAY published in a given city or the history of a given PAPER published in the past. Anyway, have fun with it, I'm done with that piece for now. —Tim Davenport, Corvallis /// Carrite (talk) 19:47, 23 April 2014 (UTC)
- I think the two different alpha schemes work but as long as it is organized in some fashion, that's all that really matters. And yes, it seems like there is quite a bit of research needed to figure out the correct dabs for newspapers. Like the Forest Grove News-Times is really News-Times (Forest Grove) since it doesn't call itself by the former title. But we can figure that out as we go. By the way, the Catholic Sentinel isn't defunct. Or is a different one? Valfontis (talk) 19:59, 23 April 2014 (UTC)
Hi
Thanks for welcoming me. I have one question: normally do I answer to new threads on my talk page or on the page of a person who wrote to me? In my home, Polish wiki it's the latter, but I noticed that here that the whole conversation seem to be on the same talk page. Thanks, Jasiekzar (talk) 08:02, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
- Hi. I think the trend here on the English wiki is to keep all the threads on the same page, but it depends somewhat on the preferences of the the user. I like having it all on one page so I can better track the conversation. Some people put a notice on the top of their page on how they would like the threads to be answered. I also like using the {{talkback}} template to notify another user there is a reply, especially if she or he is not used to watching talk pages or isn't around a lot. WP:TALKPAGE has a lot more. I hope that helps! Valfontis (talk) 11:17, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
- Ok, thanks for your help! Jasiekzar (talk) 11:39, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
- (talk page stalker) To User:Jasiekzar, if you address your comment to another user, with their username in brackets as in [[User:Valfontis]], they will get an automatic notification that someone has mentioned them - so "talkback" is no longer necessary IMO. The automatic notification, which appears as a red number at the top of the person's page, will summon the other person to wherever the conversation is. --MelanieN (talk) 23:02, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- Nice to meet you MelanieN. ;-) Valfontis (talk) 23:10, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- You too, Valfontis. I came across your name because of your comment about the articles "Timeline of Foo". (There, Jasiekzar, see how that works? I knew Valfontis had posted a note to me here, because they cited my user name in brackets. That's also called "pinging" the person.) --MelanieN (talk) 23:20, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- (talk page stalker) When you want to mention someone but don't want to trigger the notification system. Use {{noping}} :) Jim Carter (talk) 06:33, 4 May 2014 (UTC)
- You too, Valfontis. I came across your name because of your comment about the articles "Timeline of Foo". (There, Jasiekzar, see how that works? I knew Valfontis had posted a note to me here, because they cited my user name in brackets. That's also called "pinging" the person.) --MelanieN (talk) 23:20, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- Nice to meet you MelanieN. ;-) Valfontis (talk) 23:10, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- (talk page stalker) To User:Jasiekzar, if you address your comment to another user, with their username in brackets as in [[User:Valfontis]], they will get an automatic notification that someone has mentioned them - so "talkback" is no longer necessary IMO. The automatic notification, which appears as a red number at the top of the person's page, will summon the other person to wherever the conversation is. --MelanieN (talk) 23:02, 3 May 2014 (UTC)
- Ok, thanks for your help! Jasiekzar (talk) 11:39, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
(←) OK everybody, shoo, go write an encyclopedia or something. Valfontis (talk) 18:47, 4 May 2014 (UTC)
re: welcome message
Hi Valfontis,
Thank you for your kind comment on the other page - and for the help link.
To be honest, I've read a fair few pages and used the wiki Article Wizard to create my article.
There are limits to how much one can read though, and an even smaller limit on how much one can read and actually digest.
For me, the easiest way to learn is by actually doing it and looking at specific articles close to what I am writing about, which is what I have done and why I am confused as to why there should be any problem with my article, particularly as to date no specific errors have actually been pointed out to me as to what is supposedly wrong with it. Lack of a response from the person who doesn't like my article and lack of specific details of what I've supposedly done wrong just makes me feel like someone maybe being difficult for the sake of it - otherwise surely they'd point out specifics rather than vague guidelines which don't really tell me anything.
Anyway, I do appreciate you trying to help. I guess I'll just have to wait and see what happens.
Best,
Sarah PS I have read the yellow but am not posting an article link because it's about your comment to my comment not an article. SarahJamesorLeavesley (talk) 13:18, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
- Hi Sarah, I just noticed that Finngall hadn't welcomed you. It's not really a personal message, it's just a template: {{welcome}}. I don't really have an opinion on the speedy tag on Knives, Forks and Spoons Press--I'm sure Finngall will be along to reply to the note on his page soon but I know he is a busy person and we are all volunteers here. If you want to contest the speedy, you may remove the tag, but it's likely that Finngall will take the article to AFD. I'd spend more time reading up on Wikipedia policy and guidelines (click through the bluelinks and read them) and less time defending the article. You might also try asking for help here where there are people more available than Finngall seems to be at the moment. Good luck with the editing. Valfontis (talk) 13:42, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
Sam Baker
Thanks for the help on the Sam Baker (musician) article. I just added an Infobo and will try to add some additional content. Kmzundel (talk) 16:37, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
- You're welcome. People can totally tell from my edits when I'm listening to NPR. I just did enough to make sure it didn't get deleted again. It would be nice to expand on his music as the bombing shouldn't be the focus of the article. I imagine No Depression has some stuff on him. Cheers, Valfontis (talk) 16:44, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
- I figured you listened to NPR yesterday. :-) I was so pleased that Sam received some national attention. I had noticed months ago that his article could use some help....but I hestitate to take on more. I'm certain that No Depression has good stuff about him as well as many other sources. I'll see what I can do as time allows. *If* time allows. :-) Kmzundel (talk) 17:23, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
(←) Yes, it bummed me out. I like print. So yeah, he's not in the print archive. I found a good interview on the ND website and added a bit. I'm currently going down a rabbit hole of watching Townes Van Zandt videos, etc. but I'll try to come back to the Sam Baker article, I need to find out about going by "Dick Baker" in high school. Valfontis (talk) 19:05, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
- Here's an article in the Wall Street Journal. [7]Also....I see that the image that I uploaded has been tagged for moving to Commons but I'm not sure how to do that. Any help would be appreciated. Kmzundel (talk) 19:24, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
Talk:Kerby, Oregon
Why did you revert my edit/comment at Talk:Kerby, Oregon?? I didn't write anything obscene there, nor did I vandalize the page. — QuicksilverT @ 22:39, 13 May 2014 (UTC)
- Per my edit summary ("please don't copyedit other people's posts") you changed other people's posts so I changed it back. But if you look closely at the page history, you will see I restored your new message after the reversion per the edit summary "restore new post". It's considered very rude to copy edit other people's posts, even if there are typos and misspellings. See WP:TPOC for more information. To summarize, it's OK to fix formatting on talk pages (spacing, indents, etc.) but don't correct spelling in other people's posts. I hope that explains. Valfontis (talk) 01:19, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
The only reason I replaced the first photo is that we felt that the Timbertown USA photo better represented the beauty of our town - would you be willing to let me put the current photo further down in the body of the article? Thank you!
jacey31 — Preceding unsigned comment added by Jacey31 (talk • contribs) 14:45, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
- Jacey31, I have the impression your photo additions are a bit promotional, since they are from the owner of the hotel, and along with the text about the beauty of the town, etc., I'm not feeling really charitiable about this right now, sorry. (Please read about how Wikipedia is not a tourist guide for why we try not to "talk up" a place in an encyclopedia article.) And what you called a "stock photo" was by one of our longtime active WikiProject Oregon editors, so that was bit offputting. Also, it appears the Timbertown sign image is rather blurry. Why don't you go ask over at WikiProject Oregon for some third opinions about the page layout, or ask EncMstr what he thinks, I believe he talked to the hotel owner on her talk page previously? Valfontis (talk) 18:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
- For a demonstration of how beautiful it is, perhaps a nice photo of the log yard at the mill as you come to town? It's spectacular! Aboutmovies (talk) 23:54, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
- Thanks for weighing-in on High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway article. Aboutmovies is right about the Wiki-Road folks (at least one of them)…they want things their way. I’ve been carrying on one-on-one discussion with Imzadi1979 on his Talk Page; and it’s pretty clear routes must be addressed south-to-north even when their own rules say to follow the mile post progression and there’s video evidence that Discovery byway/OR 205 is numbered north-to-south. I would probably have re-written the article to comply with Wiki-Road’s rule if the mile posts went the other way. However, it bothers me when editor quote Wiki-Road rules and then ignore the same rule when my case turns out to be a bona fide exception. In any case, just want to thank you for restoring Wiki-Oregon assessment.--Orygun (talk) 19:42, 25 May 2014 (UTC)
- No worries, I thought removing our rating was kind of absurd, so I spelled out my rationale. AM was rather more blunt, as is his wont, but he said the same thing. It's interesting I had a similar situation recently in which Imzadil reminded another editor about the jurisdiction of fellow WikiProjects. This is why I tend to stay away from road articles. Valfontis (talk) 19:52, 25 May 2014 (UTC)
- This has been an interesting experience. I like to submit articles I create for DYK spotlight...so they get some readership before they pass into the background. However, think Discover byway has caused enough trouble already, so I'll skip DYK process this time. Again, thanks for providing top-cover on this one.--Orygun (talk) 06:37, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
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Commons question
#lazyweb Hey TPSs. Why the heck is Commons looking all iPad-ready now? Yuck. Valfontis (talk) 02:49, 6 June 2014 (UTC) (being dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century)
inattentive edits and reversions to Lewis & Clark Law School
Lewis & Clark Law School you reverted changes to the alumni section and it has incorrect citations for members of the legal community. The updated version that you reverted from correctly cited the difference between federal and state judges. With your revision, the federal judges are listed as "justices." That ought to get fixed. You also dropped several alumni that had been added. And can you explain the reason you removed the photos from several sections? The overall issue with your edits is that you reverted to inaccurate references that had been painstakingly changed and cited. If there were issues, then the site needed a surgical edit not a meat clever.— Preceding unsigned comment added by Lbcstud562 (talk • contribs) June 7, 2014 (UTC)
- Hi there LBC, nice to meet you. I'm sorry you found my edits "inattentive". Do you know about the page history? You can read about page histories here: Help:Page history. That will show how my edits were explained in my edit summaries. You can read about edit summaries here: Help:Edit summaries. If you look at the history of the LC Law School page you can see my rationale for removing the images. (Also, if you click on what we call "diffs" you can compare the old and new versions of the article.) Basically, as far as I could tell, most of the images are in violation of copyright despite claiming on Commons that these images are your own work. If you can fix the licensing on Commons to prove you own the rights to those images, feel free to restore them. As far as the alumni section, be sure to read up on civility and assuming good faith. I realize that my reversion of the alumni section was probably not ideal, in that there were probably some missing entries and citations. I felt reversion would be less work than removing the headings and re-alphabetizing the more recent version of that section. I didn't have time go back through and fix it, sorry about that! Feel free to do so, and make the other edits you suggested above, remembering of course that on Wikipedia our standard for notability when listing people in alumni sections is that they already have a Wikipedia article. I hope that explains. Have a fantastic day! P.S. Don't forget to sign your posts with 4 tildes (~~~~). Valfontis (talk) 00:59, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
- Lbcstud562, also review WP:UNIGUIDE, the guideline for university articles, which explains some of this. Aboutmovies (talk) 03:58, 8 June 2014 (UTC)