In news:LTuQb.8484$6O4.244627@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net,
Madra Dubh <ccaine@worldnet.att.net> radiated into the WorldWideWait:
> "Duke of URL" <macbenahATkdsiDOTnet> wrote in message
> news:10135v6k4ckhv7b@corp.supernews.com...
>> In news:S1fQb.5623$6O4.153498@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net,
>> Madra Dubh <ccaine@worldnet.att.net> radiated into the
>> WorldWideWait:
>>> "JJD" <jefdrab@newsguy.com> wrote in message
>>> news:1cr210lsu239d8g0ps8ecf837g3goigh3c@4ax.com...
>>>> On Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:33:56 GMT, "Madra Dubh"
>>>> <ccaine@worldnet.att.net> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>>>>>> We, being a civilized lot, are thinking of the metal files
>>>>>>>>> of the same name, yah low life git!
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> I have to tell you, MD, that people are spreading the rumour
>>>>>>>> that you are a
>>>>>>>> refined, Southern gentleman. I thank you for putting this
>>>>>>>> rumour to rest.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> All us refined Southern gentlemen calls a spade a spade.
>>>>>>> (Some day I must look up the true meaning of the word "Git". I
>>>>>>> have the feeling I may not understand its meaning)
>>>>>>>
>>>>>> Often used in conjunction with "scouse".
>>>>>>
>>>>> I may have to drop "Git" into me dust bin.
>>>>> Now, in gentle terms suitable for a family newsgroup, define
>>>>> "Scouse" for me.
>>>>
>>>> Are you mad?  We on scb do not deal in the dispensing of factual
>>>> information.  Next you'll be asking us to do your homework for
>>>> you.
>>>
>>> That would depend entirely on how proficient you are in such
>>> matters. I do not wish to employ third rate help.
>>> But if you do desire to be considered, you will find applications
>>> at the tradesmen entrance.
>>
>> *Very* good, Bro Conway - you're learning.
>> Get a bit better and we'll seriously consider you for Door Guard at
>> Star of the East in Yokohama.
>
> Mighty high praise you are giving a confirmed Grits eater here,
> Mose.

Sigh. Well, in an Eastern Star Chapter in the Orient, we have to allow
for all *sorts* of things being served at the dinners.
Being Associate Patron of that Chapter was an *experience*. Ever
herded cats?