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Subject: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 22 Aug 99 - 12:55 PM Late next month I'll travel to Ohio to take delivery of a new vehicle for my department. My boss, usually a highly reasonable man, is concerned that if I don't come right straight home to California I'll be kidnapped or the truck will be vandalized or I'll wear out the tires or dog knows what. This is where you come in. I'd love to send the boss postcards from the road, going in the opposite direction. If you would like to contribute to the charade please do this: Find the tackiest tourist postcard you can lay your hands on, send it to me in an envelope, I'll stamp and inscribe it, put it in an envelope and send it back to you with a little something for your trouble and a mailing date. Can't wait to needle the boss via postcard. If you care to play, please e-mail me at dswan@piedmont.com or cygnus@sirius.com. Thanks. Cheers, E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: JedMarum Date: 23 Aug 99 - 12:05 AM sounds like a great gag. have fun! (I cant help, from Dallas) |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: catspaw49 Date: 23 Aug 99 - 12:22 AM Actually you could Dan's brother.......... El Swanno.....you're ending tomorrow at about 7, a long shift and your great mind is thinking too small. Why just the opposite direction???? Why not from everywhere? You know at least alison and Helen will play from Oz.......We got a slew of fun loving cats in great Britain.......There,s the big crew in Toronto and we have other Canadians,eh? Even the west coast could be funny. And what about skarpi in Iceland? His computers down right now I think, but a message may get through in time. And written with the right message, they could even arrive after you get back!!! Spaw---Who's been talkin' to PJ on the phone. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 23 Aug 99 - 12:29 AM Tacky jackalope will be on its way, tomorrow. Maybe you should send it on to the Kansas Bd. of Ed and see what they make of THAT!**BG** |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 23 Aug 99 - 12:38 AM Spaw, of course you're right. I'm guilty of thinking small. The more the merrier. Bring 'em on. E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 23 Aug 99 - 12:43 AM Me again, still stuporous. How do I edit the thread title to include accomplices worldwide. Is this a mission for Father Joebro? E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: bseed(charleskratz) Date: 23 Aug 99 - 01:51 AM Hell, Dave, I think some of these guys might be smart enough to figure it out without the intervention of the Rev. Fr. Joebro. I could post one from El Cerrito--you could say you were almost home when you got a flat, discovered there was no spare so had the vee-hickle towed to the railroad station and shipped back to Ohio to get the flat fixed and pick up a spare (er somethin'). --seed |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Helen Date: 23 Aug 99 - 07:26 AM 'Spaw, You beat me to it. I was all ready to offer an Oz postcard. I've just e-mailed Dave but I don't know how we are going to work this out because it takes 2 weeks for mail to get to the U.S. from Oz. Oh well, count me in anyway. Helen |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: bill\sables Date: 23 Aug 99 - 11:38 AM Hi Dave, Count me in on this one a card from the UK might be interesting from Whitby Folk Festival Cheers Bill |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Susan A-R Date: 23 Aug 99 - 10:34 PM If I didn't have horriffic post office phobia I'd be in on this one. Not reliable at mailing ANYTHING, but have fun. Susan |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: DonMeixner Date: 23 Aug 99 - 10:47 PM I'll be happy to contribute to this foolishness. Don |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 24 Aug 99 - 11:40 AM This is great. The e-mails are coming in as the jokers and loons come out. Thanks so much to everybody, this could be a success. E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 24 Aug 99 - 11:46 AM hey, Dave, I sent out a tacky jackalope one AND, I found a nifty one from Block Island, RI, which I'd never used. You can send it to my daughter in CT to post when ready. watch yer mail! kat |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 24 Aug 99 - 01:51 PM Heh, heh, heh. E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: KathWestra Date: 24 Aug 99 - 04:08 PM What fun! Will choose something horrible from the many possibilities here in Our Nation's Capital, and send it on to you pronto. Kathy |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: catspaw49 Date: 24 Aug 99 - 04:17 PM Got any of the syphllitic penes (according to Bert, that's the correct plural) from the Med History museum at Walter Reid??? Karen's a lab tech and loved the place....I damn near threw up, but you get used to a lot of strange stuff living with a lab tech....Like you're about to cut into your stuffed pepper and your wife says, "Hey guess what? We had a 4 pound uterus in today." When this happens, you know a bit of the romance is gone, but you ARE DEFINITELY MARRIED!!! Oh well, still love her more than ever and she's still the best thing that ever happened to me. Spaw |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: alison Date: 27 Aug 99 - 04:00 AM Count me in from OZ....... send me your email address.... is it just me or did the email addresses disappear when Max refixed this. Or personal message me your address. slainte alison |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dani Date: 27 Aug 99 - 09:43 AM Would love to play! Would North Carolina help? Might could get SC if I move quickly. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 27 Aug 99 - 09:52 AM Alison, it's not you. I asked Max, right after the changes, and he said he did take them out, as they didn't seem to get used too much. There are still the ones on bbc's page, though. katlaughing - hey, El Swanno: did you get the jackalope, yet? |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 27 Aug 99 - 10:49 AM Kat, not yet, I wait with baited breath, which, being a vegetarian is tough. As my departure date has been moved to late October, there's more time for hatching plans. Cheers, E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 27 Aug 99 - 11:13 AM You, too, huh??? I never could stand the taste of fishbait! Maybe I'll start a thread on How many Mudders are veggies! katlaughing |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: BBJfla (Bruce Johnson) Date: 27 Aug 99 - 11:24 AM Be happy to send a t-back card from Clearwater Beach FL. Send me a snail mail address if you want one. bbjfla@yahoo.com |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 07 Sep 99 - 05:20 PM El Swanno sent me back the jackalope p-card I'd sent him for this. Dave, I hope your Chief is understanding, now, he's not gonna sue us er anythin', right?*bg* Anyway, phoaks, if ya haven't done this, yet, just know this: El Swanno keeps his promises, along with the postcard to be mailed out on a later date, I also received a nice little packet of Califour-knee-ah-nah, I just can't figure out something, though Dave, do I plant them or smoke them???***BG** katlaughing |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 07 Sep 99 - 05:46 PM That, my dear Kat, is entirely up to you. Just send me pictures either way. My departure date remains uncertain, so I'll post when the time comes. I'm hoping for a staggered mailing approximating the fictional trip home. M'catters have been great about this. I spent the better part of yesterday afternoon returning cards to folks from New Hamster to Florida. The plot thickens daily. Cheers, E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 07 Sep 99 - 07:35 PM If I plant them, pix won't be a prob. Now....smokin', well....hafta see if I kin phocus!:-) |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: kendall morse (don't use) Date: 07 Sep 99 - 07:46 PM There is still a spark of Puck in me.. would a card from Maine help? |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 07 Sep 99 - 09:25 PM Ayuh, Maine would be just fine. Thanks Kendall, e-mail me your address and I'll send SASE if you like. Thanks again, Dave |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Helen Date: 08 Sep 99 - 04:24 AM Dave, You still want me to send it 12 days before the due date, though, don't you. It'd be too complicated mucking around with Oz stamps wouldn't it? I'll send one over now if you think the timing will work, but whichever way you think is best. Just let me know when the card has to arrive and I'll calculate it to work - hopefully. So, also tell me when it would be *too soon* to arrive. Helen |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: alison Date: 08 Sep 99 - 04:36 AM I sent you Ayres Rock and Sydney Harbour last week.. have they arrived yet? slainte alison |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Liam's Brother Date: 08 Sep 99 - 09:23 AM Ok, Dave. Here you go... 1. HOBOKEN, NJ - The Clam Broth House. Possible inscription could read, "Dear Boss, Always been a big Frank Sinatra fan. Just couldn't resist visiting Hoboken when I was soooooo close!" 2. NEW YORK, NY - The New York City Ballet. Shows a pair of dancers doing twinkle toes in tights. Possible incription could read, "Dear Boss, Thanks for helping me give (insert) the first real vacation of her life!" 3. ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - Claridge Casino Hotel. Possible inscription could read, "Dear Boss, Think I can get get the truck back and get even too. Please wire $1,800 to me C/O this hotel!" Let me know if you need 'em.
All the best, |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 08 Sep 99 - 10:53 AM Oh yes, oh yes indeed. Helen, I'll e mail you when it's time to mail. You're still writing for me 'cause my arm's in a cast, right? Alison, Ayres Rock arrived Firday and is on its way home to you this afernoon. Dan, Sign me up for Hoboken please. What a pal, you even supply an inscription. Still waiting for a departure date and enjoying the wit and genrerousity of the 'cat. Cheers, D |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: KathWestra Date: 08 Sep 99 - 01:41 PM Hey Dave -- Hope four cards have made their way to your mailbox. You'll have to choose among the D.C. ones -- I kinda liked the advertisement for the 1600 Pennsylvania Bed & Breakfast (call 1-800-LincolnBedroom), but the Titanic Memorial seemed to have possibilities too. So they and two others are on their way. Received the packet of "California Gold" and wish this was May instead of September (literally and figuratively, now that I think about it!). Your partner in crime, Kathy |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 17 Oct 99 - 09:50 PM TO: ALL OPERATIVES, PROJECT POSTCARD FROM: POSTAL COMMAND SUBJ: STAND BY YOUR MAILBOXES Will take delivery of apparatus 29 Oct. In transit same day. Operatives Maine to New York inclusive, and all international locations, drop intel between 30 Oct and 2 Nov. South of New York to Florida drop intel 3 Nov to 5 Nov. All others not specified drop intel 6 Nov. Success of mission now in your hands. This message is authentic. Cygnus sends. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 18 Oct 99 - 12:23 AM Roger, willco, out. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Helen Date: 18 Oct 99 - 02:22 AM gotcha, Dave. Helen |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Helen Date: 18 Oct 99 - 02:29 AM Did you hear about the (well, she wasn't blonde, really!) person who rang the fire station in hysterics because her house was on fire. The fireman who answered the phone said "Okay, calm down, and tell us how to get there." She replied, "Der-r-r-r, big red truck?" Maybe it loses impact in written translation. (Sorry, sorry, three Hail Mary's - and one bloody Mary.) Helen |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Roger the skiffler Date: 18 Oct 99 - 05:39 AM Helen, (warning, thread creep). Did you hear about the man who fell into a vat of chocolate at the sweet factory? Shouted "Fire". Fire crew asked why. He replied:"Would anyone have come if I'da shouted 'chocolate!'?". |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: bbc Date: 18 Oct 99 - 05:48 AM Roger dodger! bbc |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Banjer Date: 18 Oct 99 - 06:46 AM November 3 to 5. Roger. In order to maintain complete secrecy of this mission it is suggested that all operatives print out a hard copy of this mission, commit it to memory and then eat the hard copy. Isn't that how all the classic spy movies go? |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: MudGuard Date: 18 Oct 99 - 06:51 AM No, nowadays you just eat the computer after committing the mission to memory! |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: katlaughing Date: 18 Oct 99 - 08:26 AM Naw, the message just self-destructs ala Mission Impossible, taking your computer with it! |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Big Mick Date: 18 Oct 99 - 08:37 AM And remember, if you are captured we will disavow any knowledge of possum ass blowing. That's a Rog, Skipper, we are locked and loaded and ready to launch on your mark. And buddy, if you feel like a bit of a road trip while you are in the area, why don't you come about 4 hours north, 3 hours from Toledo and visit Pete Brown's Office, a bar on Plainfield Ave in Grand Rapids on November 6. I understand that a very good Irish band is playing..........First jar is on me.........between sets. Mick |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: MudGuard Date: 18 Oct 99 - 08:59 AM Kat, did I say anything about the message NOT destroying itself (of course only after you have eaten the computer)? This way it serves also the purpose of the formerly used cyanide capsule... |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 18 Oct 99 - 10:04 AM Thanks everybody. I'll keep this refreshed for a couple of days. I came from a frugal Scots family. We memorized the messages and destroyed ourselves. Mick, I would LOVE to make your gig. Nov 6 is late for me to be that far east unless something dreadful, but repairable happens to the rig. I'll call 'spaw for a consultation. Cheers, D. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Big Mick Date: 18 Oct 99 - 10:26 AM I figured it was a little late in your time, but what the hell, it was worth a shot! I am pissed that this is getting in the way of our get together.......but the show must go on. I will hoist one on your behalf,........and 'Spaw's..........and Karen..........and Max.........and Bert.........and a jar apiece for all the Mudcatters...............and a jar apiece for the FSGW'ers......this might be a great night........ Mick |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: KathWestra Date: 18 Oct 99 - 10:56 AM Dave -- The game is afoot, and I'm ready! Have had those items sitting on my dining room table, awaiting your orders. Mick -- be sure to hoist one for me, and say hi to my dad who is threatening to come hear you in G.R. Kath |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 18 Oct 99 - 09:33 PM Aye aye, el Swanno Capitaine!! |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Bob Jovi Date: 19 Oct 99 - 09:50 AM Dave Swan: Ready Lucius
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 26 Oct 99 - 12:40 PM Here I come. Arrive Toledo tomorrow night. Thanks again to everyone about to head for the mailbox. I'll let you know how it goes when I get back. Cheers, E.S. |
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Subject: RE: Accomplices sought, eastern U.S. (BS) From: Dave Swan Date: 04 Nov 99 - 03:30 PM Thanks again to everyone who continures to be part of this. Although I'm home earlier than expected (the result of a rig well executed by the manufacturer, my co-pilot's hurry to get home, and my illness) the postcards continue their work. The needles are now in, and every successive missive tweaks them a little bit more. I dropped off my co-pilot and drove to the station alone. As it happened both my boss, the Fire Chief, and his boss, the City Manager, were on the sidewalk as I arrived. The Fire Chief walked to the driver's side window and said "Glad you're home, by way of Rhode Island." I could tell he was a little twisted, but still didn't know what he knew. The City Manager, who was in on the joke before I left made a "wind him up" gesture behind the Chief's back. I looked innocent and said "Oh?". The Chief then explained that he'd tried to rationalize a trip to Rhode Island to work out the kinks in the rig and that maybe the card from Pennsylvania was part of the loop, but when a card from Connecticut follwed that,he'd reported to his boss that I'd gone off the deep end and maybe he'd have to fire me when I got back. Then another couple of cards arrived and he realized he'd been had. Each successive card reminds him that he's a fish on the line. Heh,heh,heh. Mess not with the mighty forces of the Mudcat, for you may be joked with. Thanks again my friends. I am in your debt. When I can drag my sorry self out of bed again, I'll tell the story of why Cleigh had to rescue 'spaw and E.S. Cheers, E.S. |
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