[UC] Parables for the Virginia Tech Killings

2007-04-20 Thread Joe Clarke
From a very thoughtful friend. Joe Guys, I almost never forward stuff, but this reflection --- by the storyteller with whom we have traveled so many times seems worth a wider transmission than just us. Judy/Judith --- Travellersstorybook <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: To: Wilhelm Rober

[UC] What Type of American Accent Do You Have?

2007-05-06 Thread Joe Clarke
I came up with an Mid-Atlantic or Philadelphian accent. even though they didn't ask if you pronounce "ows" in the Windows like the oes in does. Joe C. (juvenile grandeloquent) --- Begin Message --- Odd, I was placed in Midland. Odd because I was born and raised in the Philadelphia/Delaware Co

Re: [UC] What Type of American Accent Do You Have?

2007-05-06 Thread Joe Clarke
I remember meeting some young women from N.Y. and remarked to them about their accents. They did not notice the difference in the way we spoke with our Philly accents and what they thought normal was. We do not pronounce Chocolate with an O that sounds like the au in Chauk. or Coffee with the s

Re: [UC] Stop and Frisk

2007-05-09 Thread Joe Clarke
its of individual political rights against the complex and diverse demands of the greater good, which has the protection of everyone's rights to these same privileges. Joe Clarke I don't agree with the characterization that the police will be given free reign to stop and fri

Re: [UC] Stop and Frisk

2007-05-10 Thread Joe Clarke
UNIVERSITY*CITOYEN wrote: Joe Clarke wrote: I would have liked Michael Nutter to respond to his critics in the debate at WHYY that the primary rights to_ life, liberty_ and the pursuit of happiness are denied when your kids can't play in the street and where criminal (versus martial

Re: [UC] Stop and Frisk

2007-05-10 Thread Joe Clarke
I think that the truth is not necessarily to be found in the center but that the process by which we arrive there is essential to the integrity of the answer. So, I don't think that we can find it without some real human, face to face, encounter with the holder of the opposing view. I agree t

[UC] Penngemony takes over another soul...

2007-05-13 Thread Joe Clarke
them and with them - that is certain departments - but do not think that they engineer our elections. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tuesday's election is not between 2 candidates, it is between 5. The press (and Penn) has used polls and newspaper endorsements to convince people there

[UC] Measured Catholic Response to Knox leafletting

2007-05-14 Thread Joe Clarke
I WOULDN'T VOTE FOR HIM NOW, IF HE WAS THE POPE!!! Joe (mea maxima culpa) Clarke ref: http://www.philly.com/inquirer/home_top_left_story/20070514_Religious_attacks_late_in_mayors_race.html You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or fo

[UC] Re: Penngemony takes over another soul...

2007-05-14 Thread Joe Clarke
Franklin & Marshall did political polls before Fry ever got there. PS: you never answered any of my questions. How would Penn-gemony be furthered by Michael Nutter's peformance in the debastes and his record on ethics reform and the police advisory board? Joe Clarke [EMAIL

[UC] Re: garden thief takes hosta hostage

2007-05-16 Thread Joe Clarke
person to go to all that trouble if they didn't know that it was there and that was the only thing that they wanted. A good head scratcher. Joe Clarke PS: Fun fact: Hoss Cartwright's favorite perennial Hosstas of course. Marielena Mata wrote: I have a funny/weird/disturbing tale

[UC] Lay in ruins? - another perspective

2007-05-29 Thread Joe Clarke
I've always enjoyed a nice, post-apocalyptic evening in the park. I think it helps clear the air and freshen up the fauna. The gurgling rivulets of blood are reminiscent of the sounds of the old Mill Creek trundling its way through the park . The empty swings, where recently raptured kiddos pl

[UC] [Re: Auntie Ruth's Hemp Bar]

2007-06-07 Thread Joe Clarke
Joe Clarke wrote: What! No Acapulco Gold? Seriously, I tried lighting one up and just got a lot of molten caramel all over my Frodo Lives tee shirt. Joe (I hate when that happens) C. PS: Oh, I didn't know that you were supposed to _eat_ them (duh). Ross Bender wrote: I dropped b

[UC] Birdification becoming a threat to UC?

2007-06-16 Thread Joe Clarke
The blatantly anti-cat bias of the article cited by Brian Siano should not be missed, it is a sly attack on our feline members under the guise of biodiversity. (http://www.newscientist.com/channel/life/mg19426086.400-cats-could-be-scaring-birds-out-of-our-cities.html) Puh-leese! Give me a break

Re: [UC] unsub again.. thanks

2007-06-16 Thread Joe Clarke
Vivianne, I believe that you can go to the website and unsubscribe from there. Otherwise you are stuck in Listserve Limbo which is a Twilight Zone episode everytime you read your email and find all these unwanted emails. Good Luck (waiting for Godot) Joe Clarke Vivianne T. Nachmias wrote

[UC] Incident at 47th & Baltimore?

2007-06-18 Thread Joe Clarke
At around 8 pm I was heading west on Baltimore when I saw about 4 or 5 patrol cars converged at the Southwest corner of 47th. 1 or two of the patrol cars took off lights flashing further west on Baltimore. Anyone know what happened. I figure that Nick at Fuh Wah might know but I haven't ma

[UC] Safety Precautions

2007-06-19 Thread Joe Clarke
ds on the street. I agree with Al that anyone can be the target. A young man who was courting a young women next door had his bike snatched from him as he sat on the stoop in front of the apartment building. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mario's experience on Farragut & Sansom

[UC] Recyle Question - Light bulbs

2007-06-22 Thread Joe Clarke
I have a low energy flouresent bulb that I need to recycle. Does anyone know where to recycle this type of thing? Thanks in advance, Joe You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see

[UC] Reducing Junk Mail

2007-06-25 Thread Joe Clarke
service but is very reasonable considering the reduction of paper sent to my house. Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

RE: [UC] Sa-ád's

2007-07-03 Thread Joe Clarke
Love Saads. He's always a good host and the food is always delicious and reasonably priced. My grandson rates Saad's french fries second only to Abbraccio which he declares are the world's best. I've never tried any of the steaks, but the burger and fries are generous portions that really hi

[UC] Earthlink WiFi vs DSL

2007-07-03 Thread Joe Clarke
ended up using my laptop but had to find unsecured signals since our IT department was having problems getting us hooked up. Let me know what you think or if you know of a forum where they're discussing this topic. Thanks in Advance, Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are

[UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Culture Beyond Clark Park - 40th Street Summer Series

2007-07-11 Thread Joe Clarke
Craig, You are into Subliminal Orphans!? I've seen them perform twice at the Prince theater with the Chosen Dance Co. and once at the UC Youth Talent show at 48th & Baltimore. They are very thoughtful and good. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Keeping the young and the wild

[UC] Our Lady of the Grid Iron

2007-07-18 Thread Joe Clarke
When I played football as a youth, we always said a(n) Hail Mary before we went on the field. It didn't matter what faith you were; the Hail Mary was it. I used to think that one the the coaches should of exhorted us onto the field with "OK, Boys Let's slaughter them for Our Lady!" Joe (the

[UC] Attempted Assault/ Robbery on 4800 Beaumont

2007-07-18 Thread Joe Clarke
s saw this on Beaumont; one was there to help with the identification. Please everyone, be on the alert. This guy was really screaming. If you see/hear something like this act. It can make a big difference. Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "Uni

[UC] Kids "Accosting" - (was 4800 assault)

2007-07-22 Thread Joe Clarke
I say all of this mindful of the different stages of development. We treat five year olds different from 10 year olds, of course. Joe Clarke Wilma de Soto wrote: I have been working with kids a long time. Kids accost me all the time. By that I mean I could be sitting in a restaurant and a

[UC] Teen Crashes - Nature or Nurture

2007-07-22 Thread Joe Clarke
I haven't read the article yet, but I do think that the constant barrage of car commercials showing professional drivers (very fine print of course) having fun doing 120 mph on the Bonneville Salt flats may be influencing the weak willed among us to step on it a little and have some real fun. I

Re: [UC] Listserv protocol question

2007-07-26 Thread Joe Clarke
It would be likepreemptive recommendations, that would be AWESOME! (just being silly) Joe C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: hi. Rie and I had a great experience this a.m. with a small business in Philadelphia. I'd love to just shout it out, since it's such an unusual experience for us. But is

Re: [UC] How do you join the list?

2007-07-27 Thread Joe Clarke
You put your right foot in You take your right foot out You put your right foot in And you open up your mouth Do the Gristy Listy and You really grind it out And that's what it's all about. Joe (the wedding crasher) Clarke Vincent/Roger wrote: I have a friend who might wish to join the list. I'

[UC] Alert on Break-ins and Get-aways

2007-07-27 Thread Joe Clarke
the crime is committed. Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

[UC] Correction: How do you join the list?

2007-07-27 Thread Joe Clarke
Joe Clarke wrote: You put your right foot in You take your right foot out You put your right foot in And you open up your mouth Join the Gristy Listy and You really grind it out And that's what it's all about. Joe (the wedding crasher) Clarke --- Begin Message --- You put your

[UC] Incontinence or the superiority of an uncontrolled list

2007-07-30 Thread Joe Clarke
The individual is supreme - except when he controls the list? The so-called uncontrolled list ends up being controlled through intimidation and other power or agressive behavior. The right wing demagogues declare that their discourse is an open uncontrolled dust up, where the average guy can

Re: [UC] Carjacking at 44th & Larchwood

2007-08-03 Thread Joe Clarke
Al,My cajones applaud you!! Joe C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/3/2007 8:17:22 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Perhaps something like this supercedes list protocol. I don’t know. What it really does is expose the wrong-headedness of the [EMAIL

[UC] Re: Clackity Cojones

2007-08-03 Thread Joe Clarke
, Joe. I hope you meant 'mis cojones' (maybe you didn't) 'se lo de mi apoyo'. O si nó, discúlpame. On 8/3/07 12:23 PM, "Joe Clarke" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Al,My cajones applaud you!! Joe C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated

Re: [UC] Carjacking at 44th & Larchwood

2007-08-03 Thread Joe Clarke
x27;Reilly, Limbaugh and their lot who dispense with civility in order to revert back to school yard bullying. But I guess boys will be boys. Joe Clarke Wilma de Soto wrote: Excuse me, Joe. I hope you meant 'mis cojones' (maybe you didn't) 'se lo de mi apoyo'. O si

[UC] Get a life, Glenn

2007-08-03 Thread Joe Clarke
member of this list as you are, at least until you made it into a juvenile, name calling "us versus them". As I said before Glenn in so many words, Get a life. Hopefully, not the one you got stuck with this time. Joe Clarke Glenn wrote: Dear list, From a barking cheesehead. This

[UC] As a follow up to DN article on taxes

2007-08-14 Thread Joe Clarke
Brett Mandel of Philadelphia Forward wrote: tell a friend make a donation

[UC] Yet more help from Hollywood (was stickups on 43rd & 45th streets)

2007-09-04 Thread Joe Clarke
her films which simply aim to titillate with their erotic horror, the exhibition of violence, itself, shapes peoples minds towards it as a way of conflict resolution. Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for

[UC] Yet more help from Hollywood (was stickups on 43rd...

2007-09-05 Thread Joe Clarke
What's the matter, Al, nobody your age around to play with? Joe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 9/5/2007 8:59:53 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You have to admit one thing: violence can be pretty frickin' glorious. Hey, if you're gonna talk dirty, keep

Re: [UC] Cafe Pier One : 4505 Baltimore

2007-09-19 Thread Joe Clarke
Liz, It's one of my favorites too. Fresh food, well presented and a fair price. Free Wifi too. Joe C. Elizabeth F Campion wrote: Finally... ... A frothy Latte and a real, fresh cooked breakfast! *CAFE PIER ONE* has been at 4505 Baltimore for a while, but I just noticed, walked in, and

Re: [UC] A serious block cleaning

2007-10-23 Thread Joe Clarke
We received the same instructions for the 4800 block of Beaumont however no signs have been posted nor bags provided to assist with this effort. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I got a message on Sunday about a fairly robust block cleaning that will happen in concert with the usual trash

[Fwd: Re: [UC] Best Places for Breakfast in UC]

2007-10-26 Thread Joe Clarke
--- Begin Message --- Pier One Cafe gets my vote. Delicious Eggs Benedict, homefries, toast and all for a reasonable price. Joe Clarke Manuel McDonnell-Smith wrote: My wife and I finally have some time off next week, and we'll go our to grab some breakfast. We usually go outsid

[UC] Re: Best Places for Breakfast in UC]

2007-10-26 Thread Joe Clarke
Muriel, Pier One is on Baltimore Ave, North side, several doors west of 45th Street (across from the gas station). Enjoy!! Joe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Joe, where is this place? Muriel See what's new at AOL.com

[UC] Re: Best Places for Breakfast in UC]

2007-10-27 Thread Joe Clarke
Did I mention the French Toast?? Delicious!! Joe C. Joe Clarke wrote: Muriel, Pier One is on Baltimore Ave, North side, several doors west of 45th Street (across from the gas station). Enjoy!! Joe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Joe, where is this place? Muriel

[UC] [Fwd: Traffic Advisory - 10/30/07]

2007-10-29 Thread Joe Clarke
Cindy Miller wrote: Joe- Send to the UCList, please? -cm `·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><º> On October 30, 2007, between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., Drexel University will host a Democratic Presidential Debate at 3141 Chestnut Street. As a result of t

[UC] More humane methods required in shootouts

2007-10-30 Thread Joe Clarke
Isn't there a glue trap or some other humane alternative to respond to people with guns? Sheeesh. Joe (stickin' to my guns) Clarke Mariellen Smith wrote: Yeah it's probably the cops fault. I wish the police would stop stirring up all of this gun violence. What /were /they doing patrolling th

[UC] [Fwd: [Ucneighbors] Halloween parade]

2007-10-31 Thread Joe Clarke
B Andersen wrote: Ghosts and goblins! Don't forget the 10th Annual Spruce Hill Halloween Parade tomorrow! We got a mention in the Daily Pennsylvanian !

[UC] [re: looking for window builder]

2007-11-03 Thread Joe Clarke
--- Begin Message --- We have used Lloyd Sterret to hang some doors and put in a thresh hold for the doorway. He was excellent although he might not be available for a month or so. Greg Schopp is also a possibility - 215-729-1655. Joe Clarke Elisabeth Dubin wrote: I am still looking for

Re: [UC] Halloween : Photo Link to the "Haunted Garden"

2007-11-04 Thread Joe Clarke
Ray, Great photos but can Jim Roebuck ever become a serious candidate for Mayor or Governor once he's been photographed in a Tina Turner wig? I think he needs damage control real quick. Joe (Torre not a Wig) Clarke UNIVERSITY*CITOYEN wrote: Elizabeth F Campion wrote: Here is a link to pho

[UC] [Ucneighbors] Nouveau Polling place regulations]

2007-11-07 Thread Joe Clarke
Joe Clarke wrote: I don't know what the old regulations were but now that the polling place has been moved to Abraccio, I was told that I had to purchase a latte or chai before entering to cast my vote!. Something about feng shui and the new polling cachet!? Is this democratic? (I p

[UC] Heating strategies

2007-11-15 Thread Joe Clarke
Hello everyone, I'm wondering about supplementing our expensive house heater with individual space heaters in the rooms we use most often. I was looking at Consumer Reports and it seems that some of these heaters do a great job and may reduce the overall cost of heating. Has anyone tried

[UC] An Apology

2007-11-16 Thread Joe Clarke
OK, I am sorry to have impugned our neighbors to the North, the refuge of Loyalists, (Why did they hate General Washington and his rag tag army of patriots?) And for my penance my spiritual director, in his words wants me to "write oat" a list of all the great Canadians who have enriched our cu

[UC] Amber Alert: Car Jacked 3 & 6 year old

2007-12-26 Thread Joe Clarke
I just saw this come across the TV screen. Two kids were kidnapped at 3300 Baring Street in Powelton Village. They left in a silver BMW license GDF 1692. There is an Amber Alert out for these kids. Joe C. 19143 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCi

[UC] News Link of Amber Alert

2007-12-26 Thread Joe Clarke
http://www.nbc10.com/news/14927651/detail.html You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see .

Re: [UC] Extremely Poor Taste by the Sunday Inquirer

2008-01-07 Thread Joe Clarke
Karen, I get the Inquirer from Thursday til Sunday and I believe that they had two forewarnings in Thursday and Friday's issue about the Parade interview where they announced that it had been done before her death. Joe KAREN ALLEN wrote: When I scanned today's Sunday Inquirer, I came acro

Re: [UC] Peace Pole

2008-01-20 Thread Joe Clarke
I think that it is at 5 PM. Joe Cindy Miller wrote: I seem to remember that today, Jan. 20, a short service for peace will be held at our newly-installed West Phila. Peace Pole. (Calvary Community Center) Anyone know what time? I can't remember(and I know this is short notice.Sorry!

[UC] a Recycle directory

2008-01-21 Thread Joe Clarke
. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send CTCNet mailing list submissions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://mailman.dca.net/mailman/listinfo/ctcnet or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to

Re: [UC] Mugging this Monday morning

2008-01-21 Thread Joe Clarke
h dignity which helps people take their civic duty seriously and act so for the process. Joe Clarke JAFDesmond wrote: Salutations, gentlefolk Got up early this Monday morning, decided that my best chance to get something useful done today was to head in from Lansdowne to the campus, and that &#x

[UC] Texas Village Missing an Idiot?

2008-02-15 Thread Joe Clarke
I think that the International Village Idiots Convention (IVIC) is being held again this year in Minsk*. So the missing idiot may still be enroute to the affair, or, in some instances, the conventioneers never make it back from the previous year's festivities and often end up in places tha

[UC] Car broken into Baltimore Near Clavary ( 48th)

2008-02-17 Thread Joe Clarke
Just saw a car with a broken passenger side window. It was a black volkswagon, jetta, or similar model. It had a yellow club on the steering wheel. I saw the smashed glass in the curb next to the car. Hope that this message finds the owner. Joe C. You are receiving this because you ar

[UC] Hit and Run at 48th & Baltimore

2008-02-21 Thread Joe Clarke
I came home around 4 PM and found an accident in the intersection. I asked one of the witnesses and he said someone in a black car had ran a red light and slammed into a young woman. The car took off, turned on Beaumont and according to this report the occupants ditched the car there. The gu

[UC] Prices for Copies

2008-02-27 Thread Joe Clarke
I have a large number (200X2) copies to be made. I wondered if anyone knows of a good place to get them done. Price is a significant factor. You can reply off list, Joe C. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive inform

[UC] Sluggish Verizon Services

2008-03-10 Thread Joe Clarke
r of Cape May, itself, but it seems like the convenience store has leap-frogged over large areas of Philadelphia. I guess it's all just the ebb and flow of the free market, unless they are receiving special aid or consideration from the city or state while doing business in the city. Then

[UC] Recommendations for other Broadband Providers

2008-03-10 Thread Joe Clarke
Just wondered if anyone has wandered past the two gallootish providers of DSL & phone service in our area? Are there viable choices beyond the big TWO? It feels like Philadelphia may be a closed shop when it comes to broadband service. Let me know. Joe You are receiving this because you

[UC] How Do You Spell Price Fixing?

2008-03-10 Thread Joe Clarke
- *From:* Suzanne B. Anderson <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> *To:* Joe Clarke <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ; University City List <mailto:UnivCity@list.purple.com> ; UCneighbors <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> *Sent:* Monday, March 10, 2008 2:12 PM *Subject:* Re: [Ucnei

Re: [UC] "Excess" WaWa's - (was Sluggish Verizon Services)

2008-03-10 Thread Joe Clarke
ns of providers, so that they can renew their licensure. Somehow I'm not reassured.) Joe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -Original Message- From: Joe Clarke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: University City List ; UCneighbors <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Mon, 10 Mar 2008 1:23 pm Subject:

[UC] Sluggo Pummeling by providers...

2008-03-10 Thread Joe Clarke
The Citizens at the new Cira building has no parking unless you want to pony up the 9-14 dollars required to park in the pay lot. Very frustrating. Sorry about your troubles. I switched my landline to Vonage and when I tried to switch my DSL to something cheaper, Vonage told me that the only

[UC] Re: How Do You Spell Price Fixing?

2008-03-11 Thread Joe Clarke
Sande, Yes, broadband just means an expanded bandwith of the wire(s) bringing TV, Phone and Internet Access into your home.It includes DSL, cable and FIOS that bring voice, digital, HD TV and video transmissions into your home at speeds that can support your computer, TV or phone line.

Re: [UC] I weep for him.

2008-03-13 Thread Joe Clarke
feel good self righteousness that the media indulges and of which we are the "mighty obliged" consumers. Joe Clarke * The cynic knows the price of everything and the value of nothing. Oscar Wilde ana kostich wrote: His case is not comparable to typical dominant man

Re: [UC] I weep for him.

2008-03-13 Thread Joe Clarke
Melani, Yes, they have their discrepancies too: Privilege has its privileges even when they are, in the very least, unethical. I think of Robert Hanson, the hyper-traditional Catholic, who never did any of the naughty things that the other men in the bureau (F.B.I.) did; instead he sold st

Re: [UC] I weep for him.

2008-03-13 Thread Joe Clarke
ho taped those sex sessions with his wife to send to other men. No, he didn't indulge in moral relativism at all. Sande Knight - Original Message - *From:* Joe Clarke <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> *To:* [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ; Univer

[UC] Wheww! Saved from another Do Gooder ----was I weep for him.

2008-03-16 Thread Joe Clarke
ing higher and loftier than the emperor. This time the headline or "I told you so" ordered by Pilate is written and hung on top of his inhuman instrument of execution: "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews." According to the accounts shaden freude was just as much a crowd pl

[UC] Police Action

2008-03-16 Thread Joe Clarke
what happened. Joe Clarke 19143 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

[UC] Bad news for Campus Apartments from the FCC

2008-03-20 Thread Joe Clarke
Wendy, Just a correction: You can't have 1 choice. Choosing means you must have more than one selection option to choose from. I don't have cable in large part because it is a racket, an expensive racket. Now phone and internet are involved. They have us by the _ (fill in the appe

[UC] Re: Cable service: Pass the Nachos, woodja

2008-03-21 Thread Joe Clarke
Tony, That is the larger questions, isn't it? Is cable just one more of the tubes that fasten to our domicile and abett our sedentary lifestyle? I was watching Fanny & Alexander (not the acrobats) last evening and marvelled at the activities that they had to entertain each other: Singing,

Fwd: [UC] Re: Cable service: Pass the Nachos, woodja?

2008-03-21 Thread Joe Clarke
Tony, That is the larger question, isn't it? Is cable just one more of the tubes that fasten to our domicile and abett our sedentary lifestyle? I was watching Fanny & Alexander (not the acrobats) last evening and marvelled at the activities that they had to entertain each other: Singing, r

[UC] Nailing Advertisements to Trees

2008-03-25 Thread Joe Clarke
I caught a small work crew preparing to attach a sign to a sycamore on Baltimore Av opposite the Coöp. They had a step ladder, a white pick-up truck and a bag of blue & white signs for one of those "We buy Houses" enterprises. I went over and stopped them and almost had an altercation as the

[UC] Re: [Ucneighbors] Nailing Advertisements to Trees

2008-03-25 Thread Joe Clarke
lto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joe Clarke Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 3:16 PM To: UCneighbors; University City List; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Ucneighbors] Nailing Advertisements to Trees I caught a small work crew preparing to attach a sign to a sycamore on Baltimore Av opposite the Coöp. T

[UC] Nailing Advertisements to Trees: Is it legal?

2008-03-25 Thread Joe Clarke
er and it appears to be a New York land line, but no name or address. I guess the New Yorkers are back looking for bargains. Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

[UC] Re: Nailing Advertisements to Trees - Consequences

2008-03-25 Thread Joe Clarke
It's not the pummeling so much or even the 500 dollar deductible that bothers me so much; it's waiting 5 to 6 hours in that damn HUP ER before being seen. Hell, I can read the manual and stitch myself and reset bones by the time they see me. Joe (no action hero here) C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wr

Re: [UC] The vigilante's lament

2008-03-25 Thread Joe Clarke
Al, What can I say: I've achieved poetic status along with the Light Brigade. Joe (Ours is not to reason why) C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: *The vigilante's lament* Vigilant Joseph went for a stroll, Saw a guy hanging a sign on a poll. Knowing that this was an action unl

[UC] A Favor

2008-04-09 Thread Joe Clarke
when we're ready to sell. Thank you, Joe Clarke You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

[UC] Found: Beaumont & Porch Sale Mix - this Saturday, April 19th

2008-04-17 Thread Joe Clarke
Whew! The residents of the 4800 block of Beaumont are relieved to find their first Porch sale of the season (you always remember your first). Come and see the tricks, trinkets and chatchkas, and find out why our beloved Porch Sale is an irreplaceable part of the Beaumont family. Joe C. fo

[UC] Found: Beaumont & PorchSale Mix - addendum

2008-04-17 Thread Joe Clarke
Sorry, Forgot to mention that Max, Friend and Riley the stars of the upcoming film, "Dogs in the Hood" will be there to greet people and paw autographs at the reunion. A cat demonstration may erupt with Spike, Wally, Brody & Milk Shake showing their displeasure with their roles as extras in

[UC] [Fwd: Peace Pole Ceremony]

2008-04-18 Thread Joe Clarke
]>> *Date: *April 14, 2008 6:17:53 PM EDT *To: *Joe Clarke <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>> *Subject: **Peace Pole Ceremony* Joe-- If I'm not mistaken, I think the ceremony at the Peace Pole (48th & Baltimore) is the last Sunday of the month? Just remembere

[UC] Porch Sale - 4800 Block of Beaumont!! Today!!

2008-04-19 Thread Joe Clarke
There's still time to grab a bargain. We're open til 2 PM. Come on around and find, music, books, videos, toys, clothing, household items, outdoor stuff.whatnot. Beaumont Neighbors You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for arch

[UC] Porch Sailors ONLY - This Saturday, 8:30-12:30

2008-04-24 Thread Joe Clarke
. Plenty O' Pretty things for your leisurely perusal. Joe Clarke 19143 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.

[UC] [Fwd: Volunteering Abroad]

2008-05-05 Thread Joe Clarke
This is a legitimate enterprise. Joe C. Jennifer Staple wrote: Please forward widely. Currently accepting applications for 2008 and 2009. Unite For Sight Volunteer Abroad Opportunities: As Featured Weekly On CNN International and Recently in The New York Times Volunteer Abroad in Summer,

[UC] Porch Sale this Weekend - 4811 Beaumont

2008-05-23 Thread Joe Clarke
For a very memorable Porch Sailing experience, come to our first annual Memorial Day weekend Porch sale. If you visited us before you know that There will be bargains galore. *Saturday and Sunday 5/24 -- 5/25's 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Framed pictures, wall hangings, nick nacks, bric a brac, book

[UC] Mazda Owners Manual

2008-06-10 Thread Joe Clarke
I know that there are a couple of people in the hood who drive around in 95 Mazda protege's. I need to look something up to do a repair and no longer have the manual that came with my car. If you can help email me offline and I can explain further what I need to know. Joe (stay away from that

[UC] Who else wants to own up to once having a Pet Rat?

2008-06-11 Thread Joe Clarke
I had one; I called it "Biggy". I caught it myself at the local park with the help of a few friends. I had to take it back to it's hole when, I was showing it off to some other kids, the neighbor's cat attacked and nearly killed the poor thing. This all happened, of course, before Play Stations

Re: [UC] walking

2008-06-17 Thread Joe Clarke
I used to practice mindfulness or meditative walking which I found in one of Tich Nat Hahn's books, Perhaps the Miracle of Mindfulness. It was a good experience but weird to be practiced on the city street. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi! Do any of you know what chi walki

Re: [UC] walking

2008-06-17 Thread Joe Clarke
s a branding movement for old things. Power yoga and such names become marketing brands for older ideas and spititual practises. I wish everyone the best in the search for minfulness through walking meditation. Glenn - Original Message - From: "Joe Clarke" <[EMAIL

Re: [UC] I am Looking for a good Dentist in the West Philadelphiladelphia area????

2008-06-18 Thread Joe Clarke
Freda, After much dissatisfaction with the "wham, bam; thank you mam" style of doing business with the Dentists who accepted DMO insurance provided, I upgraded my insurance to PPO so that I could go to Barry Sukoneck who is in the Philadelphian (2400 Pennsylvania Ave). He was recommended to

[UC] [Fwd: Re: Torture And L & I]

2008-06-30 Thread Joe Clarke
Original Message Subject:Re: Torture And L & I Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:47:47 -0400 From: Joe Clarke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Glenn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> References: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

[UC] Pennspiracy & L & I response time to torture requests

2008-07-02 Thread Joe Clarke
). In the course of his columnar duties, Hughes wrote a very interesting column on ... that's right, the Penn Alexander School and real estate! Check it out at _http://www.mahughes.org/showarticles.cfm?artid=207_. Hah! That just about clinches it ... whatever "it" means. -- Tony

[UC] Older Single Woman in search of a Room to Rent

2008-08-21 Thread Joe Clarke
I was contacted by this woman through a friend and she is looking for a room to rent in the University City area. She works part time and is able to pay rent. Let me know off line. Thanks. Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] 215-626-7332 -- No one educates anyone, and nobody is self-educated; all of

[UC] "Signature Community" - Pine Hill Apartments - ????

2008-09-02 Thread Joe Clarke
I'm looking around for a large 1 bedroom apartment, and I came across this realtor/apartment building at 48th & Pine. I just wondered if anyone had experience with them. They appear to be a national chain of some sort. Joe C. Please respond off-line if appropriate. -- Life is too important

[UC] Palin's speech

2008-09-04 Thread Joe Clarke
I thought the "tax and spend" bugaboo kind of hackneyed, especially with the fiscal mess that 8 years of Republican rule has left us. Is this a sign of desperation on the Republican's part? I think once the bubble of the convention is over, Palin will be in for a lot of scrutiny, to which sh

Re: [UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Moving Sale Today - 4811 Beaumont!!!!

2008-09-28 Thread Joe Clarke
uot; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Best wishes to you on your journey! > > > - Original Message - > > *From:* Joe Clarke <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]><[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > *To:* UCannounce <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]><[EMAIL PROTECTED

[UC] Type wood in doors

2008-09-30 Thread Joe Clarke
Hi everyone, This is a general question: We have two doors in the basement that look like originals with the house. Since we already have all the doors we need, I'm thinking of selling them. What type of wood was used for doors in these old houses (1896)? What would the original wood do

[UC] Moving Boxes

2008-10-14 Thread Joe Clarke
Hi Everyone, We need yet more boxes. Sorry to those who offered before and I didn't get to: I promise that I will come this time. Copy Paper/Computer boxes are ideal, but regular moving boxes of varying sizes are fine. Thanks in Advance, Joe (peripatetic) Clarke -- "Truth has a liberal

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