[DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms

2003-11-27 Thread Tony Martin W4FOA
It saddens me to read all of the negative comments flying around regarding the current TO4E dxpedition. None of us really understand the environment in which the team is operating, nor do we know the difficulties they may be experiencing, be it health, weather or technical. They have only

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms

2003-11-27 Thread w4wx
I agree with Tony! He was nice about it. It makes me ashamed for others that make such comments. I couldn't believe my eyes when I looked at the comments on the cluster this morning. The reason these guys went on this trip is to provide you with a contact on as many bands as possible! Give

[DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread K3BU
from ARRL news bulletin: The FCC has issued an Order to Show Cause to a Texas Amateur Radiolicensee who's now serving a 32-year prison sentence for killing his wifein 1996. The FCC's show cause order released November 21 is the openingbell in a hearing process that could end with the revocation

[DX-CHAT] DXpeditions for All

2003-11-27 Thread Dave Anderson, K4SV
Hi All, For everyone critical of a DXpedition I have a few words for you. Take the time and go on a DXpedition yourself. There is nothing like walking a mile in someone elses shoes. I guarantee that you will have a whole new view of DXpeditioning. God Bless! Have a nice Turkey Day Dave,

[DX-CHAT] QSL INFO

2003-11-27 Thread William F Beyer Jr.
Hello: ANYONE haveQSL info on 9N7WE, TNX. -*See you in the pileups! William/N2WB ARMY Rangers Lead The Way! "Unless we stand for something, we shall fall for anything." -- Peter Marshall -- *This email is intended only to be read or used by the addressee. It is confidential

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms

2003-11-27 Thread Steve Rutledge
It is apparently the instant gratification thing that many Americans seem to suffer from these days. They want it right now! Of course, we have been fortunate and haven't had to endure any significant hardships for several generations so that may be the reason. Personally, with all but five

Re: [DX-CHAT] QSL INFO

2003-11-27 Thread Fred Souto Maior
SP9FIH Lookups: 5724JANUSZ WEGRZYNPO. BOX 480PL-44-100 GLIWICE POLAND Via SP9FIH. Best regards Fred - PY7ZZ -Mensagem Original- De: William F Beyer Jr. Para: DX-CHAT Enviada em: Quinta-feira, 27 de Novembro de 2003 12:58 Assunto: [DX-CHAT] QSL INFO

[DX-CHAT] QSL Info for OH7RR??

2003-11-27 Thread Walter O'Brien
Hello list, Does anyone have QSL info on OH7RR in Finland? Thanks, 73! Walter O'Brien W2WJO Clinton NJ USA Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA

Re: [DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread John and Mari Minke
Whatever! His license is going to run out anyway and he will not be in a position to renew it. Once upon a time when renewing your license one was to have proof that he or she had been on the air within a period of time prior to renewal. Obviously, he will fail here. John N6JM [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread Ron Notarius WN3VAW
According to the published reports, W5EBC has already renewed his license while incarcerated... and his address is the prison's address. The old rule of proof of operating disappeared sometime in the 1970's or early '80's during one of the Part 97 streamlines. Actually, I am more concerned not

Re: [DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread Paul Playford
Anyone who had to certify recent operating time to renew their amateur radio license the last time they renewed has been operating illegally for a long, long time. de Paul, W8AEF -- ZF2TA FO8DX FO0PLA 8Q7AA XZ0A

Re: [DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread Steve Rutledge
Ron Notarius WN3VAW wrote: The precedent is now set that non-amateur activities (legal or illegal) that someone in the government may decide is of questionable character can determine whether or not your ticket is renewed or revoked. Isn't this action based simply on the fact that the fellow

[DX-CHAT] Good and Bad DXpeditions

2003-11-27 Thread Steve Lawrence
Good = You worked it Great = You worked it on all bands and modes including moon bounce SSTV lower sideband per your carefully detailed scheds where they were QRV ONLY for you and then went QSY Excellent = Great + you got instant confirmation on-line and via LOTW or quick reply (a week?) to

Re: [DX-CHAT] FCC in action

2003-11-27 Thread Ron Notarius WN3VAW
Yes, but... The rules don't say persons convicted of a felony can not hold a license. The rules don't say persons serving time in jail can not hold a license. I could accept either of those as they are not ambigous. Unfair, perhaps, probably, but not ambigous. The rules do say that an

[DX-CHAT] TO4E

2003-11-27 Thread WC7N
Sorry I can't find the url for the Europa guys. Will some one please send it to me. Rod WC7N [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E

2003-11-27 Thread Ryszard Tymkiewicz
: Sorry I can't find the url for the Europa guys. Will some one please send : it to me. : : Rod WC7N : [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://europa2003.free.fr/europa_2003-e.htm 73 Rys SP5EWY Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a

[DX-CHAT] TO4E

2003-11-27 Thread WC7N
Found it guys thanks much Rod WC7N Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org

[DX-CHAT] FR/G

2003-11-27 Thread WC7N
Gosh I wonder if those French Military Gentlemen who are giving us Europa now could be convinced their next adventure should be Glorioso Island. From what I read on the web in addition to a French weather station it has a aircraft landing strip Dream on, I guess Rod WC7N

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms

2003-11-27 Thread Bill Hawkins
A word to the wise should be sufficient! Bill W5EC Eat your turkey, be thankful and shut up! Bill W4WX

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Criticisms

2003-11-27 Thread Bill Hawkins
I recall when YA came on in the early 90s. I didn't own an amp. I must have called them several thousand times over a period of nearly a week. I finally made it on 15 meters. And then there was the Banaba operation. I only had a vertical. I was getting up every morning at about 3a in