Re: MtMan-List: Releif, gratitude, thanks

[Linda Holley <tipis@mediaone.net>]

Etiquette??? what etiquette?  I didn't know we had any.  Thought this sight was
guided by freedoms of speech,  who had knowledge, big brass ones,  choices to
stick your foot in your mouth and who could run the fastest after throwing the
first punch.

Linda Holley

"Marion D. Watts" wrote:

> My apologies to all for showing individual gratitude on the list.  I'm a
> new comer, thus not aware of proper etiquette.  Your understanding is
> appreciated.
> Your most humble and obedient servant,
> mdwatts@naxs.com
> HolstonRiverRat@yahoo.com
> M. D. Watts
>
> ----------
> > From: TetonTod@aol.com
> > To: hist_text@xmission.com
> > Subject: MtMan-List: Releif, gratitude, thanks
> > Date: Thursday, December 17, 1998 10:43 AM
> >
> > Fellow group members,
> >
> > May I say what a relief and pleasure it is to have recently gotten back
> to
> > some good historical based discussions. That's what this group is all
> about.
> > Not arguing and attacking each other and taking offense over which rifle
> is
> > best etc. And certainly not telling someone what you intend to do to
> their
> > Wives and Daughters!
> >
> > For almost three years I've hung out here learning and have come to enjoy
> and
> > respect the opinions of many of you. Unfortunately some of the best have
> > dropped off the list due to the large amount of drivel that occasionally
> takes
> > over. I'm not sure Dean had any idea what kind of monster he created back
> > then.
> >
> > As long as we remember the basic parameters of the group (sharing of
> > historical information and ideas) then all seems to go well. Many of the
> > comments are best suited for private mail, not for the whole group. Take
> the
> > time to respond directly to individuals rather than thanking or making
> > personal comments  posted to the whole group.
> >
> > Once again, discussions of late on fabric, clothing patterns, mileage,
> traps
> > etc...that's what we're about.
> >
> > Thanks for your time and comments and HAPPY HOLIDAYS ONE AND ALL!!!!!!!
> >
> > Todd Glover