I guess it had to eventually happen. Like most forums, the Purple Page now requires registration. Previously, posting was anonymous. This did create a lot of the problems as people would post whatever they wanted by using anonymitity.
It was great to just go there and be able to post right off the cuff. Of course, I see no problem with registering since I don't bash anybody or hide behind my computer. Anything I post is something that I would gladly say to another human being in person.
The only people who would have a problem with the registration would be cowards and those who wish to attack others by name.
I see alot of the regulars have already registered and posted. I think this move will be for the better, especially for people trying to ask a legitimate question and hoping for a helpful answer.
Time will tell I guess. The big discussion so far seems to be the upcoming trial of an ex Nativity football coach who is accussed of taking video of girls at the school without their knowledge. This upcoming case can be seen as akin to the O.J. Simpson trial on a Schuylkill County level.
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Friday, September 22, 2006
Today on the Schuylkill CountyPurple Page of Pottsville
The biggest thing being talked about within the past few days happens to be a high school football game. The game between Minersvill and Shenandoah has drawn the most posts. While it is great to support the kids playing, one has to wonder who is doing all the bashing - kids or parents. If it is parents, that would show some more classless people who manage to find their way to the Purple Page of Schuylkill County http://www.members.boardhost.com/purplepage/
More posts has to do with such things as contractors, food, and pretty much the same old, same old for the Pottsvllle, Minersville, Shenandoah area.
Schuylkill County was never more shown for all it is than this forum that really does have a large cross section of viewers and posters. A lot of people just like to read the posts. I guess it is similar to staring at a car wreck.
Till next time Schuylkill County. Don't forget that the upcoming Pottsville celebration will be here soon. Be sure to check out all the festivities and enjoy! See you on the Schuylkill County Purple Page. Pottsville, PA
More posts has to do with such things as contractors, food, and pretty much the same old, same old for the Pottsvllle, Minersville, Shenandoah area.
Schuylkill County was never more shown for all it is than this forum that really does have a large cross section of viewers and posters. A lot of people just like to read the posts. I guess it is similar to staring at a car wreck.
Till next time Schuylkill County. Don't forget that the upcoming Pottsville celebration will be here soon. Be sure to check out all the festivities and enjoy! See you on the Schuylkill County Purple Page. Pottsville, PA
Poor Bush Gets No Respect
From being dissed by foreign leaders of third world countries to the late night comics, President Bush has a hard time getting any respect. Most of this is his fault. No former President has problems speaking English more than Bush. He is often viewed as a cowboy or hillbilly and his policies are of no help.
Bush also is viewed as a spoiled child. His demeanor seems to be of someone trying to make his mark in the world and always falling short. Any business Bush has ever run did not do well or eventually went bankrupt. It really is no surprise that he has great difficulty managing a country.
It really is hard to imagine when the United States had such strained relations with foreign countries including our allies.
While Bush continues to slide in public approval ratings, he maintains a stubborn course that shows little promise. I believe most people are just holding their breath and hoping for good candidates for 2008.
God knows we need it.
Bush also is viewed as a spoiled child. His demeanor seems to be of someone trying to make his mark in the world and always falling short. Any business Bush has ever run did not do well or eventually went bankrupt. It really is no surprise that he has great difficulty managing a country.
It really is hard to imagine when the United States had such strained relations with foreign countries including our allies.
While Bush continues to slide in public approval ratings, he maintains a stubborn course that shows little promise. I believe most people are just holding their breath and hoping for good candidates for 2008.
God knows we need it.
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
What happened to the service in Schuylkill County?
I believe there was a time in Schuylkill County, PA when you could go to a store or business and be treated as a good customer. I mean afterall, I think customers are useful and important to a business. That just doesn't seem to be the case anymore.
Whether I go to a coffee shop, restaurant, shop for appliances, or go for clothes; the attitude seems to stay the same. It's always these people with the shitty attitude that act like they are doing you a favor by letting you buy from them. Please people, I think your job depends on your customers. Is is too much to say, "Hello! Can I help you?"
I guess it is!
Whether I go to a coffee shop, restaurant, shop for appliances, or go for clothes; the attitude seems to stay the same. It's always these people with the shitty attitude that act like they are doing you a favor by letting you buy from them. Please people, I think your job depends on your customers. Is is too much to say, "Hello! Can I help you?"
I guess it is!
What happening today? Sept. 13 2006
Well, today on the Purple Page, it was picture day in Minersville for the school kids. Some people have commented that the Pottsville Republican is not a quality paper like it once was. Steve Irwin is still fascinating for some people. I know I'm a little twisted, but I have no real interest in seeing a guy get stung by a stingray and then die.
Gas prices are a big topic today, with some people saying the prices reported were false.
Belive it or not, some interesting posts had to deal with the history of Schuylkill County and where it was said you can find that information online.
Some of the typical bashing occurred as usual, until it was deleted.
Until next time, keep your nuts dry.
Gas prices are a big topic today, with some people saying the prices reported were false.
Belive it or not, some interesting posts had to deal with the history of Schuylkill County and where it was said you can find that information online.
Some of the typical bashing occurred as usual, until it was deleted.
Until next time, keep your nuts dry.
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Cloning Can Help Humans and Animals
History was made in 1996 when scientists Ian Wilmut and Keith Campbell cloned a sheep. The scientists contend that cloning can produce more suitable laboratory animals, more productive dairy cows, and help reproduce endangered species. Cloning will allow a measure of control over life’s processes.
The cloning of laboratory animals is important for the development of new drugs. Currently, when animals are used in experiments they may have certain genes that give false results. This contributes to much longer testing on animals and can still have flawed results. With the cloning of animals, certain defects and genes can be isolated to obtain what is desired for the experiment.
Cloning may allow farmers to produce much more from livestock than normal. Currently, farmers will try to make their best producing livestock reproduce. Of course, with reproduction, nothing is certain and the offspring may not produce like the parents. This is known to happen to humans too. With cloning, characteristics such as milk production would be as high as those of the original cow.
Endangered species are also another area that can be helped greatly with cloning. When species of animals are endangered, the possibility of maintaining a good gene pool is diminished. If animals of low numbers start breeding with closely related offspring, inbreeding occurs and retardation can be the result. Cloning can allow the taking of good DNA samples, wait a period of years, and then release the cloned offspring to reproduce. This would be kind of like putting two new batteries into your remote control instead of four.
Cloning is of great importance and holds many beneficial elements. New drugs may be developed to fight, or possible cure, the diseases that hinder man today. Farmers may soon be able to have livestock that can help prevent starving in the world. Endangered species may be a term of the past, as we bring back large numbers of endangered animals. Scientifically, more arguments support cloning than those against it. We cannot ignore the wonderful possibilities.
The cloning of laboratory animals is important for the development of new drugs. Currently, when animals are used in experiments they may have certain genes that give false results. This contributes to much longer testing on animals and can still have flawed results. With the cloning of animals, certain defects and genes can be isolated to obtain what is desired for the experiment.
Cloning may allow farmers to produce much more from livestock than normal. Currently, farmers will try to make their best producing livestock reproduce. Of course, with reproduction, nothing is certain and the offspring may not produce like the parents. This is known to happen to humans too. With cloning, characteristics such as milk production would be as high as those of the original cow.
Endangered species are also another area that can be helped greatly with cloning. When species of animals are endangered, the possibility of maintaining a good gene pool is diminished. If animals of low numbers start breeding with closely related offspring, inbreeding occurs and retardation can be the result. Cloning can allow the taking of good DNA samples, wait a period of years, and then release the cloned offspring to reproduce. This would be kind of like putting two new batteries into your remote control instead of four.
Cloning is of great importance and holds many beneficial elements. New drugs may be developed to fight, or possible cure, the diseases that hinder man today. Farmers may soon be able to have livestock that can help prevent starving in the world. Endangered species may be a term of the past, as we bring back large numbers of endangered animals. Scientifically, more arguments support cloning than those against it. We cannot ignore the wonderful possibilities.
Saturday, September 02, 2006
Purple Page today
Today's topics are about Sarge's Bar, a topic on some oral surgery, the Access card, a big drug roundup north of the county, and still some more about traffic tieups, crooked politicians and the rain cancelling the lawn mower races.
My comment is that the drug roundup wasn't as big as the newspaper would have you believe it was. The one guy was charged with public drunkeness and possession of a small amount of marijuana. So what that means really, is that the guy was in a place that got raided. Nothing more than a trumped up charge.
Really, how do you get public drunkeness when you are in a residence. They will just use that charge to get the guy to testify against others. If I was him, I would fight the charges. The charges are absolutely bogus and will easily be thrown out at the first hearing.
The drug roundup, as it was called, occurred in the areas of Ashland, Girardville, Ringtown, Lavelle, and Butler Township, Pennsylvania.
I guess if you don't do drugs or drink, you wouldn't have anything to worry about. Of course, this is Schuylkill County and everyone is almost expected to be addicted to something.
Just look around and listen to people. You can pick up on drug problems, drinking problems, overeating, and gambling very easily.
Just my two cents.
My comment is that the drug roundup wasn't as big as the newspaper would have you believe it was. The one guy was charged with public drunkeness and possession of a small amount of marijuana. So what that means really, is that the guy was in a place that got raided. Nothing more than a trumped up charge.
Really, how do you get public drunkeness when you are in a residence. They will just use that charge to get the guy to testify against others. If I was him, I would fight the charges. The charges are absolutely bogus and will easily be thrown out at the first hearing.
The drug roundup, as it was called, occurred in the areas of Ashland, Girardville, Ringtown, Lavelle, and Butler Township, Pennsylvania.
I guess if you don't do drugs or drink, you wouldn't have anything to worry about. Of course, this is Schuylkill County and everyone is almost expected to be addicted to something.
Just look around and listen to people. You can pick up on drug problems, drinking problems, overeating, and gambling very easily.
Just my two cents.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Today on the Purple Page
Today the discussion was on many topics. We had discussions concerning dogs, the closure of the JFK swimming pool, medical billing from home, and how to fix the Microsoft WGA problem.
Of course there is the off the wall stuff. A guy looking for a woman to have sex with, a guy asking users who they would hire for a job with their qualifications listed, and many other things.
If you would like to check it out yourself, go to http://www.members.boardhost.com/purplepage/
Join in the fun!!
Of course there is the off the wall stuff. A guy looking for a woman to have sex with, a guy asking users who they would hire for a job with their qualifications listed, and many other things.
If you would like to check it out yourself, go to http://www.members.boardhost.com/purplepage/
Join in the fun!!
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