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[engineer27]

Now that we have heard a bit of history from Stargzer and the erstwhile Dr. Language, perhaps we ought to return to our original subject.

(There must be a word for the uncontrollable urge to keep internet discussion threads on track -- how about antigoradigressomania?)

[Cacasenno]

Hey, Doc, I was just filling in some history for our new recruits, especially since one seemed to take an untoward interest in the old site!

No need to be concerned, Larry, my erst(er?) request was not a serious one , my hands are more than full with this one only English Language forum