User talk:Tide rolls/Archive 52

Help me, and excuse me, i want only to help

Hello!

Excuse me, for my interrupting, i know i'm not very good in English, but I want to help how I can, to describe Romanian celebrities and their life/biography, a administrator Schmidt, or something like that promise me, that will help me. Please help me to add a new photo for Delia page, review my description , and improve my English or help me to find a person who can help me. Consiliul, 15.07.2013 — Preceding unsigned comment added by Consiliul (talk • contribs) 14:41, 15 July 2013 (UTC)

Cosplay photos

Is Wikipedia a place for cosplay photos?[1] If not, could you inform user Canoe1967[2] about that?-68.75.18.106 (talk) 07:05, 19 July 2013 (UTC)

I have no particular editorial opinion on the use of those images and, as I see no policy problems, my "instruction" as an administrator seems unwarranted. If I've missed something please let me know. Regards Tiderolls 10:51, 19 July 2013 (UTC)

Spacing

It is a rule here on Wikipedia not to put in spacing? Because some pages here have run on sentences and the article is not readable. That seems to be a problem on the Alyx Vance page[3] 99.159.251.163 (talk) 12:35, 28 July 2013 (UTC)

There is no rule as such; however, the guideline found at Wikipedia:Manual of Style explains the framework within editors are expected to work. This guideline serves as a foundation upon which, through disucssion and collabration, editorial decisions are taken. Regards Tiderolls 13:54, 28 July 2013 (UTC)

RevDel AnonymousDom

Thank you for blocking AnonymousDom (talk · contribs · block log).

Common vandalism is usually reverted and left in the page history. However, do you think you could examine AnonymousDom's edits to National Security Agency to see whether or not they meet the criteria for revision deletion? I thought they were particularly disruptive, and they were live for quite some time (40 minutes first instance, 25 minutes second instance).

Thanks, Michaelzeng7 (talk) 19:51, 4 August 2013 (UTC)

Hi, Michael. Those contribs certainly demonstrate "little or no relevance or merit" to me, but I've been concerned by the over-broad scope of Purely disruptive material for some time now. My personal requirement for RevDel concentrates on BLP problems and copyvios. I'm not saying you don't have a point, it's just my preference to deny attention to those that choose WP as forum for their rants. I have no problem with you seeking out more admin opinion on this particular instance, but I advise you to be as discrete as possible so as to avoid granting the perpetrator the audience they seek. See ya 'round Tiderolls 20:03, 4 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks. :) Michaelzeng7 (talk) 20:11, 4 August 2013 (UTC)

List_of_football_clubs_in_England_by_major_honours_won

I'd say IP is right. The article text itself, as well as its very first ref don't mention the super-cups at all or reports them as major titles. -17:13, 5 August 2013 (UTC)

Wiki page vandalism

Even though it is back in 2010 when I supposedly did these edits, haven't seen the message until now, and while it is very likely my IP has changed a few times, those edits were not me. No need to respond to this as it will probably be another user on this IP that gets it as the internet provider apparently cycles through them. 69.183.26.128 (talk) 20:26, 7 August 2013 (UTC)

wat

no i didnt — Preceding unsigned comment added by 216.121.210.207 (talk) 14:04, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

Edit request

I want to add the coordinates top the page for Kuala Namu International Airport. That page is semi protected, so I can't edit it. How do I get the airport coordinates on that page? Günther Eichhorn 22:03, 15 August 2013 (UTC)

Hi, Günther Eichhorn. I found the following instructions. Message me again if you require further help

• To request an edit to a semi-protected page, place this template on the corresponding talk page by writing {{edit semi-protected}}. The template should be accompanied by a clear and specific description of the requested change. For any change that might be controversial, obtain consensus before placing the template. See Wikipedia:Edit requests for further guidance.

Regards. Tiderolls 23:06, 15 August 2013 (UTC)

User:Benedictdilton

I notice you have just blocked User:Benedictdilton for abusing multiple accounts. I notice that a few minutes after the block, User:Podimaladusthill made very similar edits to the K. P. Yohannan article. StAnselm (talk) 04:47, 19 August 2013 (UTC)

Actually, it was the edits by Podimaladusthill (talk · contribs) that prompted the block. Tiderolls 04:52, 19 August 2013 (UTC)

Why was I blocked when I had done nothing wrong.

Hi, I was recently blocked by you for abusing multiple accounts. I am using only this account in wikipedia. Can you please let me know what led you to block me so that I can avoid such situation in the future. Benedictdilton (talk) 03:09, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

I believe you are already familiar with the process and its consequences. Simply cease editing from other accounts and/or "soliciting other people to come to Wikipedia in order to influence the editorial process". Tiderolls 03:36, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

The account we are talking here is not mine and I don't ask any body to do any edits. how can I prove my innocence here. Benedictdilton (talk) 12:33, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

I do not understand exactly what you mean by prove your innocence. If you are referring to the recent situation that resulted in your block, your best course of action is to pursue your edting future without breaking Wikipedia policy. Proving your innocence would be a waste of time for several reasons but mainly because what's past is past. Tiderolls 13:30, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

That means I can get blocked again if someone else had done some thing wrong. The edit I have done I know is a sensational issue. The time a senior editor reverted my edit I asked him politely on his talk page why my edit was reverted. I don't try to indulge in edit war or any thing like that. Not even tried to revert what he had done. I was waiting for his response and he requested you to block me. After the first incident when I was warned for the same issue a few months back I am extremely careful with my actions on wikipedia. I am under going an adoptee course as well. My request to you is - Is there a way I can prove I have not used any other account or like requesting for checking how the other person becomes a puppet of me.Benedictdilton (talk) 14:06, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

Who has adopted you? Tiderolls 14:43, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

I Am an adoptee under Go Phightins here. Thats why I am feeling embarassed on getting a block. I am telling you sir I had done nothing wrong. I dont do the second edit nor did I ask any one to do it. Thats why I want to recheck the issue and block the ip address from which the second edit was made if possible. Once a senior editor reverted my edit I felt some thing was wrong and because of that I asked the senior editor on his talk page why my edit was reverted. Benedictdilton (talk) 15:31, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

Hi Tide rolls, I am not sure if we have ever met, but I am Go Phightins!. Feel free to call me Ben, my real name. Anyway, would you mind (via email if you prefer) explaining to me what happened? I haven't been around much lately and seem to have missed something. Thanks, Go Phightins! 15:41, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

Hi,Go Phightins. For background you can check the revision history here. If you have further questions, let me know. Tiderolls 15:48, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

Sigh. Yeah, that would be quite the coincidence and behaviorally, I would assume sockpuppetry. A checkuser was not run, correct? Go Phightins! 16:01, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

I didn't request a checkuser as my reading of the situation tended more toward meat than sock. Tiderolls 17:24, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

Cosplay

Are cosplay photos of characters allowed at wiki?[4] Or why is this user allowed to put up these photos?[5]108.82.5.85 (talk)

I'm not an image expert so I would ask you, are they not allowed? Also, it'd be helpful if you'd log in before you respond. Regards Tiderolls 15:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

Roll tide

W = W, right? Drmies (talk) 03:03, 1 September 2013 (UTC)

Of course. Tiderolls 04:48, 1 September 2013 (UTC)

Concept (Rapper)

Hi may I politely ask why you deleted my article on a well known rapper/friend around the Boston area? Thank You Johnhoward217 (talk) 02:26, 8 September 2013 (UTC)

Sorry about this, but on my talk page, I gave you two good policies about why your article got deleted. buffbills7701 02:28, 8 September 2013 (UTC)

Your article did not, per WP:42 or WP:BAND, prove why the person was notable. Thus the article was speedily deleted from Wikipedia. ~Charmlet ^-talk- 02:30, 8 September 2013 (UTC)

(EC)The claim of notability was not credible to me and the individual was not mentioned on the website of the organization with which you stated they had an affiliation. You should acquaint yourself with the appropriate guideline (WP:MUSBIO) and since you mention "friend", read WP:COI. Tiderolls 02:33, 8 September 2013 (UTC)

Roll tide

W = W, right? Drmies (talk) 00:48, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

Of course. If the W was accomplished against a top ten team, an inter-divisional rival and a team that had won the last meeting, then one could make a case for the W having more significance. However, this is would be a subjective view based on intangibles and overall irrelevancies. RMFT Tiderolls 00:58, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

Opinion

i think you did make a mistake im sorry to say! by the way your page is very interesting and i love it!!! But my recent change to prophet is actually true information so.... i would appreciate it if you put it back up — Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.159.73.238 (talk) 14:05, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

plllllllleeeeaaaaaassssse put it back up why dont you think it is right? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.159.73.238 (talk) 14:07, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

plllllllleeeeaaaaaassssse put it back up why dont you think it is right?

No need to be sorry about a difference of opinion. Your changes did not help; I will not reinstate them. If you do, make sure the content is constructive and sourced. Also, please attempt to follow talk page guidelines. Tiderolls 14:09, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

I actually think you are being so rude!

and no! i do not love your page

ok so maybe the thing about the fact that prophets poo alot isn't true but i did put something helpful on afterwards! it was alot of information and within 10 seconds you had deleted it! if you don't think its helpful i'm fine with that but actually thats exactly what i wrote in my essay and my teacher loved it, if you can't see the difference between fake information and real information then really you shouldn't be deleting stuff you are not sure if it's true or not. I can understand about the poo thing but seriously?! My most recent one was real information! Please make sure you actually know if it's right or not because other wise it really isn't fair! — Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.159.73.238 (talk) 16:29, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

ok fine but you really need to be aware that some stuff is real and not just a stupid comment... — Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.159.73.238 (talk) 16:31, 15 September 2013 (UTC) I just got another message saying you recently undid some of my contributions!!!! i only said " a prophet was a man or a woman who was chosen by god to be his messenger!" i cant believe you deleted that I think you just have an urge to delete anything i do

I've relocated your post to a section that makes sense. If you want me to continue this discussion, you will have to learn how to correctly use talk pages. See WP:Talk page guidelines. Tiderolls 16:38, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

Stephen Ireland Vandalism

On The Page Of Stephen Ireland You Wrote "Fuk Off" For A Reason Which I Cannot See. It is Clear Vandalism. Please Do Not Do Anything Similar Elsewhere. Thanks. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Maarlon (talk • contribs) 15:24, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

Hi, Maarlon. Actually, I removed the edit you reference. I'm an administrator on this site; I'm fairly well-versed on the definition of vandalism. It would probably be best if you make sure of the targets for your warnings in future. And sign your posts. Tiderolls 15:28, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

Explanation

I was only correcting a geographical mistake. Poitiers is the capital/chief-town of Poitou , a present French region, before the French revolution, it was also a "province". Perigord is a different province, around 200 km south of Poitiers. Poitou is not adjacent to Perigord. Therefore i was correcting a geographical mistake, not your article. Sorry I was not trying to steal your authorship. I am a French national and I was a pupil in Poitiers. Cordially

Alaarm — Preceding unsigned comment added by Alaarm (talk • contribs) 16:15, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

I see no contribution from your account to any page but this one and your message contains no diff for the edit. I'm sorry, but without some direction I have no idea what you're talking about. You do, however, need to acquaint yourself with WP:Verifiability and WP:Identifying reliable sources. One's familiarity with a subject does not directly impact the reliability of their edit(s). Tiderolls 16:28, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

UTRS Account Request

I confirm that I have requested an account on the UTRS tool. Tiderolls

• I tried to send the request but received a database error message. I'm leaving this message here in the event some malformed request was received. Tiderolls 13:41, 17 September 2013 (UTC)

Opinion on deletion

Hi Tide rolls. I seem to recall that one of your areas of expertise/ activity is deletions. I am somewhat disillusioned with the WP, more and more pages are controlled by 'groups' who gang up on anyone with a dissenting view. Worst of all, you only find out after innocently chaging something and then all hell breaks loose. Then you read the page history and discover that the same group of people have resisted that specific change numerous times. Anyway, I recently proposed for deletion a complete unknown BUT an anti-Castro/ anti-Cuba person, and within minutes I was surrounded by opposing the deletion. He the same guy was pro-Castro/ pro-Cuba, the page would have been gone within minutes. Enough getting it off my chest, and my apologies. So, to the point: I came across this guy Abdullah Ayasrah and I really feel that it has no merit. But before expending any further energy and time, am I wrong? Do you think it has merit? Regards, Rui ''Gabriel'' Correia (talk) 12:50, 20 September 2013 (UTC)

Hi, Gabriel. Sorry to hear that you've been stressed. I know it is easy for me to write the words, but you should never look at AfD as an "us against them" arena. I know the process can deteriorate into a messy struggle but its ideal function is for editors to exhange ideas about a subject so that the encyclopedia can be improved. If you can keep focus on this goal it may help you avoid stress causing over-investment. Just make your case and be prepaired to answer any inquires; you needn't worry about addressing every point raised by those that do not share your view. If, in the future, you feel set upon by a group of editors, please come to me so that I may observe and offer any guidance that I can. As to your current case, Abdullah Ayasrah, the subject looks borderline notable to me. The article smacks a bit of promotion and could use more references, but this is a perfect example a subject that could use more input into the decision. That should be the goal of any AfD case; bringing more eyes and minds to an article to determine if the subject needs improvement or it doesn't meet policy or guidelnes. See ya 'round Tiderolls 13:34, 20 September 2013 (UTC)

Hi Tide rolls. Thanks for your reply. A a really great thank you for your words on my unburdening - I wasn't expecting that. It is a welcome change. Thank you. I'll take that as a sign that I should just let go, get up right away and go a good walk outside - spring is here in my neck of the woods and I haven't set a foot outdoors for months. Thanks. If ever in South Africa, do look me up. Regards, Rui ''Gabriel'' Correia (talk) 14:54, 20 September 2013 (UTC)

Vandalism, IP users and Blocking

Hi noticed that you blocked a IP user 96.38.31.82, Thank you for doing that, Several IP's including the one that i mentioned have been removing and Vandalizing WBIR-TV and WTNZ-TV's pages adding Lies, chnaging peoples last names, removing anchors and adding other people who were just filling-in for the anchors. Is there a way to keep IP's from editing these articles? ACase0000 (talk) 04:33, 22 September 2013 (UTC)

Hi, ACase0000. The articles can be semi-protected but I think the articles are being watched sufficiently at the moment. If the problem is persistent then the situation can be reviewed. You should be aware that editors cannot be told not to edit articles by individuals. They can be warned regarding their editing against policy and Wikipedia's guidelines but only the community can issue article and/or topic bans. Thanks for all your help with these articles. Tiderolls 11:59, 22 September 2013 (UTC)

Thank you for your help as well, and you are welcome. ACase0000 (talk) 14:57, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

Possible incoming edit war - Clan Gregor article

Hi there Tide rolls, some months back you helped with an edit war situation, mainly regarding the Clan Davidson article, which resulted in an IP user (User talk:24.188.32.225) being blocked and banned for vandalism. I fear another similar situation will arise with another Scottish clan article, this time Clan Gregor. If you check the article history, prior to the 28th Septmeber 2013, the article contained absolutley masses of unsourced information. The article had also been tagged since March 2013 as having a lack of sources/inline citations. There were some website sources that no longer worked but I'd say 90% of the article, which was quite large, was unsourced. Bearing in mind that unsourced information can be removed from Wikipeida, I re-wrote much of the article with complete inline/citations. However any existing well sourced information I left alone and did not remove. The article was brought up to a good stnadard with all the information sourced. Since then another IP user, (User talk:98.148.29.143) has come along and reverted the entire article back to its unsourced state - removing all the sourced information - without discussion. Wikipedia rules state that you should discuss before removing sourced information. I do not want to get into an edit war with IP user but at the same time I believe I have edited in accordance with the rules of Wikipedia, as explained, and that the IP user has not. Any help much appreciated. QuintusPetillius (talk) 15:00, 3 October 2013 (UTC)

Benedict Cumberbatch

Dear Tide Rolls,

I have something to add to Benedict Cumberbatch's page. Under theatre, it says that it is unknown what his character was in The Children's Monologue. His character was the Shepard. ref: http://www.benedictcumberbatch.co.uk/biography/ Thank you for taking consideration.

Sincerely, Kayla — Preceding unsigned comment added by KaylaTheKat (talk • contribs) 02:38, 4 October 2013 (UTC)

Ban Appeal of AKonanykhin

Hi. Since you contributed to the discussion resulting in the ban of Wikiexperts, you may want to consider the CEO's appeal at Wikipedia:AN#Ban Appeal of AKonanykhin. --Anthonyhcole (talk · contribs · email) 17:34, 20 October 2013 (UTC)

Thanks for the notice, Anthonycole. Tiderolls 18:40, 20 October 2013 (UTC)

Glc72

I am an involved party, so take it with a grain of salt, but I can confirm the user is considering legal threats. A translation of the relevant comment is: "Please, I am already bearing the received offense. What I decide to do in the future on the legal side will depend on my mood. Another thing, for now there is (in case is needed) only the Lei [a grammatically formal way of addressing people]. Let's keep the necessary distances". You can ping a neutral Italian-speaking editor to confirm. I honestly apologized to him, repeatedly (I don't want to cause distress to anyone): but it seems this has enraged the user even more. I was considering going to AN/I since, vague legal threats apart, the editor is not really constructive in my opinion, but let me know what you think. Thanks for your interest . --cyclopia^speak! 13:23, 22 October 2013 (UTC)

Oh, I see that while I wrote my comment you blocked him already. Well, hope this helps. Thanks. --cyclopia^speak! 13:26, 22 October 2013 (UTC)

• I thought the machine translation was dependable. I was hoping more that Glc72 would rethink their position and simply retract their threat. I thought you made your case well regarding how you referred to the edit(s) and I admire you for offering your apology. Thanks for coming here to explain. Tiderolls 13:32, 22 October 2013 (UTC)
  • No, thank you. Such a frivolous threat wouldn't fly in any court, but it is always annoying to deal with this kind of attitude. --cyclopia^speak! 13:42, 22 October 2013 (UTC)

Ner

vous. Don't like playing LSU. Just as I'm copyediting your talk page (!) LSU scores. Drmies (talk) 02:34, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

I'll have to admit I had my doubts as well, professor. I came to terms with the fact that this season's version of the Tide is not the juggernaut we've witnessed in the recent past. However, they find a way to win and that's fine with me. Here's hoping there's no post-LSU lack of focus or intensity. Roll Tide Tiderolls 12:12, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

Yeah, a way to win. What a running game, even without a bruiser. Have we faked a punt since 1995? I don't remember.

I don't know, Tide; perhaps a more challenging schedule early on would have juggernauted us some more. Then again, we might not be unbeaten now. Moving right along: Auburn is looking good... Drmies (talk) 14:33, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

Dude, your talk page is boring. I've already had to archive mine since I posted here. This game is not a blowout. If we lose, which we won't, there is no way I'm getting out of running for ArbCom--stupid drunk bet, and I wasn't even drunk. Anyway, I think we can get 20 more points in this last quarter. But holy moly, that Auburn game, that was something. Drmies (talk) 03:29, 17 November 2013 (UTC)

Win = win. Drmies (talk) 04:15, 17 November 2013 (UTC)

Maybe not for the BCS, professor. However, if we can win out, we should be able to remain included in any championship conversation. Roll tide Tiderolls 07:14, 17 November 2013 (UTC)

Re:

Probably best to reply to the thread directly. Lugnuts ^{Dick Laurent is dead} 18:54, 18 November 2013 (UTC)

Except that I had nothing to contribute to the thread; thanks for the suggestion, though. Tiderolls 19:04, 18 November 2013 (UTC)

That edit nearly brings you to 100 for a rolling calendar month. Thanks for your valuable time. Lugnuts ^{Dick Laurent is dead} 19:28, 18 November 2013 (UTC)

Roll Tide

So far so good. Wait--it was better a minute ago.

Sandlot offense is tough to stop, professor. We just have to hope that fundamentals and discipline will win out at the end of the day. Roll Tide Tiderolls 22:17, 30 November 2013 (UTC)

You're right, of course. DYK I'm in New Orleans right now?

I did not know that. A good place to celebrate a Western Division championship :) Tiderolls 22:24, 30 November 2013 (UTC)

Tie game! How're y'all feeling? :) Writ Keeper ⚇♔ 00:20, 1 December 2013 (UTC) wait no, a field goal attempt! Gutsy call; I would've hail-maried it. Writ Keeper ⚇♔ 00:24, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

wait WHAT Writ Keeper ⚇♔ 00:25, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

Well, yeah.

• Apologies, I was AFK. Thankfully, I'm prevented from expounding by the TPGs. Now I will able to concentrate on other things, at least until next fall. Tiderolls 06:53, 1 December 2013 (UTC)
  • Take it easy Tide. Good seeing you, even if briefly. Drmies (talk) 16:13, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

RE: Freestyle BMX

i recently edited history of freestyle bmx and you declined it, DSAB is a very important part of bmx, if you google DSAB, it should come up with a description of it. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 86.185.160.115 (talk) 20:51, 1 December 2013 (UTC)

I did and I disagree. Tiderolls 01:59, 2 December 2013 (UTC)

Wikipedian in community notice

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Malicious vandal

58.7.42.247 is a real piece of work. Can you block him before he does more harm? Softlavender (talk) 23:26, 7 December 2013 (UTC)

Hi, Softlavender. It looks like the IP had stopped before I saw your message. Thanks for your help in undoing the damage. If they should continue you can always report them at Wikipedia:Administrator intervention against vandalism. Regards Tiderolls 02:14, 8 December 2013 (UTC)

Hi again TR. I'm not 100% convinced they have stopped. Is there any way for you to "watch" their contributions? I can check a few times for the next couple of days, but after that it's too much trouble. I'm wondering if an admin can track contributions of a specific IP with no trouble. If so, can you do so? Anyway, thanks for being there. Softlavender (talk) 03:01, 8 December 2013 (UTC)