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Heruka:
Didn't 120 some odd people just die at a soccer match? I was mistaken. The gag rule thingy is not the UN, but NATO. More details as I find out myself.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:15:40 pm)

Footie:
126 died in Ghana after police fired tear gas into the crowd to subdue them, thus creating a stampede
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:19:18 pm)

Heruka:
Looks to be a good book.

(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:20:50 pm)

m©:
a gagging stampede.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:20:56 pm)

Chewing Wax:
but... Al Gore got more votes. I know, I know, Electorial College and all, but that Katherine Harris bitch. Even you have to concede she should die slowly and horribly.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:23:21 pm)

Chewing Wax:
Hello mooch.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:23:36 pm)

Chewing Wax:
I think the Washington Times endorced Hitler too.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:24:04 pm)

Chewing Wax:
endorsed?
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:24:12 pm)

Queenie:

(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:25:24 pm)

Chewing Wax:
You gotta have fenders.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:26:25 pm)

Heruka:
I know you know what really went on. But you help perpetuate the lies that Bush 'stole' the election from Gore by not condeming them. Gore lied to the American public about the whole thing. He attemted to use their misguided trust in him in order to get into power. I'll stop there. Nice buke Queenie.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:28:54 pm)

Heruka:
Not sure what a 'buke' is. But I'm sure it's nice..
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:29:25 pm)

Chewing Wax:
Doesn't matter. Gore was an idiot. He deserved to lose.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 2:30:17 pm)

Queenie:
I don't like all this recent talk about missle defense systems and broken missile treaties and whatnot... it seems like we never heard about this stuff with Clinton. He just didn't care about it I guess. Must be a Bush thing.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 3:28:57 pm)

Chewing Wax:
The AT-5000 autodialer episode
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 5:12:14 pm)

Frink:
Why, it's the AT-5000 autodialer, my very first patent. Oh... listen to the gibberish they have you saying... it's sad and alarming. You were designed to notify school children of snow days and such. Well... time to come back to Frinky. Hope your wheels still work.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 5:26:59 pm)

Queenie:
Painting is hard work. And very messy. i don't like the messy part.
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 5:53:27 pm)

theo:
Did you know that Jimmy Carter was the first U.S. president to have been born in a hospital?Or that Eskimos use refrigerators to keep food FROM freezing?The sentence "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog." Uses every letter in the alphabet. (developed by Western Union to test telex/twx communications)In every episode of Seinfeld there is a Superman somewhere.Average life span of a major league baseball: 7 pitches.A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.In the 1940s, the FCC assigned television's Channel 1 to mobile Services (two-way radios in taxicabs, for instance) but did not Pre-number the other channel assignments. That is why your TV set has channels 2 and up, but no channel 1. The San Francisco Cable cars are the only mobile National Monuments.The only 15 letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is uncopyrightable.Hang On Sloopy is the official rock song of Ohio.Did you know that there are coffee flavored PEZ?The reason firehouses have circular stairways is from the days of yore when the engines were pulled by horses. The horses were stabled on the ground floor and figured out how to walk up straight staircases.The airplane Buddy Holly died in was the "American Pie." (Thus the name of the Don McLean song.)When opossums are playing 'possum, they are not "playing." They actually pass out from sheer terror.The Main Library at Indiana University sinks over an inch every year because when it was built, engineers failed to take into account the weight of all the books that would occupy the building.The highest point in Pennsylvania is lower than the lowest point in Colorado. Nutmeg is extremely poisonous if injected intravenously. If you have three quarters, four dimes, and four pennies, you have $1.19.You also have the largest amount of money in coins without being able to make change for a dollar.No NFL team, which plays its home games in a domed stadium, has ever won a Super Bowl.The first toilet ever seen on television was on "Leave It to Beaver".The only two days of the year in which there are no professional sports games (MLB, NBA, NHL, or NFL) are the day before and the day after the Major League all-star Game.Only one person in two billion will live to be 116 or older.The name Wendy was made up for the book "Peter Pan."In Cleveland, Ohio, it's illegal to catch mice without a hunting license.It takes 3,000 cows to supply the NFL with enough leather for a year's supply of footballs.Thirty-five percent of the people who use personal ads for dating are already married.There is an average of 178 sesame seeds on a McDonald's Big Mac bun.The world's termites outweigh the world's humans 10 to 1.Pound for pound, hamburgers cost more than new cars.The 3 most valuable brand names on earth: Marlboro, Coca-Cola, and Budweiser, in that order.When Heinz ketchup leaves the bottle, it travels at a rate of 25 miles per year.It's possible to lead a cow upstairs...but not downstairs.The Bible has been translated into Klingon.Humans are the only primates that don't have pigment in the palms of their hands.Ten percent of the Russian government's income comes from the sale of vodka.Ninety percent of New York City cabbies are recently arrived immigrants.On average, 100 people choke to death on ballpoint pens every year.In 10 minutes, a hurricane releases more energy than all the world's nuclear weapons combined.Reno, Nevada is west of Los Angeles, California.Average age of top GM executives in 1994: 49.8 years.Elephants can't jump. Every other mammal can.The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.Five Jell-O flavors that flopped: celery, coffee, cola, apple, and chocolate.According to one study, 24% of lawns have some sort of lawn ornamentin their yard.Internationally, Baywatch is the most popular TV show in history. Now some weird labels:Those wonderful instructions on the sides of packets, tins and just about anything else you ever buy. And we've all seen them, the ones that make you wonder whether some people really are that stupid.Well here are a few prime examples of the Label Copy-writer's art.The label on the chain-saw warning that: You should not try to stop the blade with your hand.The label from the company manufacturing wing mirrors for cars and bikes warning; Remember, objects seen in the mirror are behind you.The label on the camera stating; To take photographs this camera must have a film in it.The labeling on Sainsbury's Peanuts stating; Contains nutsAnd on the subject of nuts, the instructions on the packet of Peanuts provided by an airline which states; Instructions: Open Packet. Eat Contents.The cigarette lighter label which warned; Do not light the flame near the face.The Marks and Spencer Bread and Butter pudding whose label states the classically obvious: Take care - Product will be hot after heatingRowenta, manufacturers of electric irons felt the need to instruct users that; Do not iron clothes whilst on the body.Nytol, the herbal sleeping mixture whose label proclaims; Warning may cause drowsiness.The American manufactured insect spray whose proud boast 'Kills all Insects' and was then labeled; Warning - this spray is harmful to beesOn a Sears hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping.On a bag of Fritos: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary.Details inside. (The shoplifter special.)On a bar of Dial soap: Directions: Use like regular soap.On a Swann frozen dinners: Serving suggestion: Defrost. (But it's justa suggestion.)On Tesco's tiramisu dessert (printed on the bottom of box): Do notturn upside-down.On Marks & Spencer bread pudding: Product will be hot after heating.On Boot's children's cough medicine: "Do not drive a car or operatemachinery after taking this medication."On Nytol sleep aid: Warning: May cause drowsiness.On most brands of Christmas lights: "For indoor or outdoor use only."(As opposed to what?)On a Japanese food processor: Not to be used for the other use. (Igotta admit, I'm curious.)On Sainsbury's peanuts: "Warning: contains nuts."On an American Airlines packet of peanuts: "Instructions: Open packet,eat nuts."On a child's Superman costume: "Wearing of this garment does notenable you to fly." (I don't blame the company, I blame the parentsfor this one.)On a Swedish chain saw: "Do not attempt to stop chain with your handsor genitals." If you yelled for 8 years, 7 months and 6 days, you would have produced enough sound energy to heat one cup of coffee. (Hardly seems worth it!) If you pass wind consistently for 6 years and 9 months, enough gas is produced to create the energy of an atomic bomb. (Now that's more like it!) The human heart creates enough pressure when it pumpsout to the body to squirt blood 30 feet. A pig's orgasm lasts for 30 minutes. (In my next life I want to be a pig!) Banging your head against a wall uses 150 calories an hour. Humans and dolphins are the only species that have sex for pleasure. On average people fear spiders more than they do death. The strongest muscle in the human body is the tongue. A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out. The ant can lift 50 times its own weight, can pull 30 times its own weight and always falls over on its right side when intoxicated. (From drinking little bottles of...? Did the government pay for this research ??) Polar bears are left handed. The flea can jump 350 times its body length. It's like a human jumping the length of a football field. A cockroach will live nine days without it's head, before it starves to death. The male praying mantis cannot copulate while its head is attached to its body. The female initiates sex by ripping the males head off. ("Honey, I'm home. What the....") Some lions mate over 50 times a day. (In my next life I stillwant to be a pig ... quality over quantity!) Butterflies taste with their feet. (Oh, jeez!) Elephants are the only animals that can't jump. An ostrich's eye is bigger than it's brain. (I know some peoplelike that.) Starfish don't have brains. (I know some people like that too!) Remember, when someone annoys you, it takes 42 muscles in your face to frown. BUT, it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and smack them upside the head. Rubber bands last longer when refrigerated.Peanuts are one of the ingredients of dynamite.There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.The average person's left hand does 56% of the typing.A shark is the only fish that can blink with both eyes.There are more chickens than people in the world.Two-thirds of the world's eggplant is grown in New Jersey.The longest one-syllable word in the English language is screeched."On a Canadian two dollar bill, the flag flying over the Parliament building is an American flag.All of the clocks in the movie "Pulp Fiction" are stuck on 4:20.No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver, or purple."Dreamt" is the only English word that ends in the letters "mt".All 50 states are listed across the top of the Lincoln Memorial on the back of the $5 bill.Almonds are a member of the peach family.Winston Churchill was born in a ladies' room during a dance.Maine is the only state whose name is just one syllable.There are only four words in the English language which end "dous": tremendous, horrendous, stupendous, and hazardous.Los Angeles' full name is "El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de los Angeles de Porciuncula"A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.An ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain.Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur.In most advertisements, the time displayed on a watch is 10:10.Al Capone's business card said he was a used furniture dealer.The characters Bert and Ernie on Sesame Street were named after Bert the cop and Ernie the taxi driver in Frank Capra's "It's a Wonderful Life."A dragonfly has a life span of 24 hours.A goldfish has a memory span of three seconds.A dime has 118 ridges around the edge.It's impossible to sneeze with your eyes open. (DON'T try this at home!)The giant squid has the largest eyes in the world.In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak. The microwave was invented after a researcher walked by a radar tube and a chocolate bar melted in his pocket.Mr. Rogers is an ordained minister.The average person falls asleep in seven minutes.There are 336 dimples on a regulation golf ball."Stewardesses" is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand
(Fri May 11, 2001 - 7:27:01 pm)

Myk Mürphy:
güten morgen, furry chums. digging germany... me and the missus! quite a few german people here, i believe. as for bikes, gary fisher does indeed do both road and mountain bikes. i just helped my friend pick out a sweet GT mtn bike. a hardtail called avalanche. as for germany, the beer is good, but it doesn't rival your fine lounge. auf wiedersehn, or however the hell you spell it. still, it was nice to see bernt balz... he says hi.
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 3:59:07 am)

Detlef Sping:
Dont forget to have some kaisershmarnn for me. Actually have a lot.
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 2:03:18 pm)

Detlef Sping:
Balz is speaking again?
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 2:03:55 pm)

Chewing Wax:
Goodbye Mr. Adams

(Sat May 12, 2001 - 2:56:08 pm)

Zaphod:

So long big guy. See you at the restaurant at the end of the universe.
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 2:57:23 pm)

Myk Mürphy:
hi guys... checking in again, cuz it's rather convenient! a lot of drunk people tonight, and a successful soccer match for the local boys, FC Bayern München. since they won, the looting has been minimal. a fine thing.
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 6:18:48 pm)

Chewing Wax:
42
(Sat May 12, 2001 - 10:38:41 pm)

theo:
Hiya all...I almost bought a bike..but instead bought another guitar. It was love at first site and touch.

Here's a review I found about my new toy.....Price Paid: US $850 usedPurchased from: N/AFeatures: 10ABSOLUTE BEAUTY FOR THE EYE AND EAR. Curled Maple sides and back.Sound: 10This is a great all around guitar , strong straight neck, hard frets. full rich sound without the muddy loss of highs. Not extra heavy in the low end as some martins are. Clean and clear , clearer than my taylor.Action, Fit, & Finish: 10Guitar was set up meticulously and it shows through its lasting endurance.Reliability/Durability: 8The finish on the top is a little soft and is easily marked by the pick.Customer Support: N/AGreat never had to deal with them im not sure if this is a 10 or a 1Overall Rating: 1035 years of playing and I wish I had started with quality guitars like these Yairi's. They are a pleasure to play and own I now own 3 of them. Including My favorite acoustic a Yairi Wy-1. As far as I'm concerned nothing that Ive owned, Martin , Taylor, Favilla,Takamine, Gibson can compare to the Yairi's ,,,except for my classical Martin. But thats another class altogether.Submitted by Anonymous at 09/23/2000 13:30
Have a nice weekend......................grill......grill....grill.......yeah.
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 12:04:48 am)

rOb!:
Awful news about Douglas Adams. The increasingly innacurately named trilogy was among the first books I really got into during my childhood. Put on yer Peril Sensitive Sunglasses, fellers, the ride's about to get choppy.
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 1:21:49 am)

rOb!:
I think the flower said it best, "Not again."
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 1:23:19 am)

Heruka:
Don't even get me started on those damn Krauts. Doug Adams? The flower? Zen Haiku:

I have lost my smile

But don't worry

The dandalion has my smile
I have no idea why I wrote that. The flower thing I suppose.
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 2:07:15 am)

(Sun May 13, 2001 - 2:29:53 am)

Queenie:
I wish you guys could see my kitchen. It looks so lovely!
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 4:18:28 am)

Bowl of petunias:
Oh no, not again
(Sun May 13, 2001 - 8:45:53 am)