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Sherry

03-14-2000 17:42:55




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Good grief fellas...I heard I was getting slammed pretty good on this page so I thought I would take a look. The NOV/DEC, JAN/FEB issues and a newsletter were all mailed throughout February. I'm sorry they are late, but I don't have time for this job and the board won't find a replacement for me, thus you are stuck with a late magazine for a while. I work 2 jobs and go to school, built a house over the course of the last year as well as writing a book. These are not excuses, but you have a right to know why things are behind schedule. I'm doing the best that I can considering I get absolutely no help from the board of directors or those who do the most complaining. If any of you had e-mailed me directly (my address is listed in the front of every magazine) I would have responded with some sort of answer. I assure you that if you subscribed for 1 year you WILL receive 6 issues no matter how long it takes for you to get them. There is another magazine going to the printers next week. After it leaves my hands I have no control over how long it takes for you to get it. I am completely putting my own life on hold until this magazine is back on schedule. We will be back on schedule by the July issue. In the meantime, look for a new editor because I don't need this kind of harrassment over an antique tractor magazine. You get your Antique Power magazine on time because they employ a full staff with full time positions and that magazine is run like a business. Unfortunately ours isn't. This bothers me even more than it does you. I too would like to see the club auditted. I know that I have nothing to hide. You'll never find an editor that will work as cheap as I do.

OK, I've vented and now I can get back to work on your magazine. How about sending a little support instead of a lynch mob.

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Mark

03-18-2000 08:00:54




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Sherry-
No matter when I receive the mag, I'm just happy to see it. Since its the only one out there, these lynchers are barking up the wrong tree. I got the membership book last week and it should be fun "calling on" fellow members when in their neck-o-the-woods. Don't concern yourself with the self-centered complainers. Some people are going to find fault with everything. Maybe you should just take the month indicator off the cover. Then it wouldn't ever actually be late. Whatever the case, just wanted to thank you for a tremendous job. I joined the club last year after hearing about it right here! I'm sure the majority of Oliver enthusiasts would agree that its a joy to get the magazine and if the mailing date is a bit of a surprise, so is receiving it. Hope the house is coming along good and you are doing well.
Mark Nugent

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Phil auten

03-16-2000 11:06:22




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Sherry,
How do I subscribe?

Phil



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Roger A.

03-15-2000 15:13:45




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Sherry, Please don,t get upset with a few people complaining about the magazine schedule. Although I didn't get on the internet and say so, when I didn't get my magazines for some time I was very concered, not about the magazine but that something had happened to YOU! As someone that recently spent over a week in the hospital and six weeks at home recovering I was afraid you were sick (or worse), and no one else could possibly take your place.

As far as help I know what it is like. I was president of our local club and still am a director and I have always said that 10% of the people are willing to help out and another 10% will help if you back them in a corner and threaten them. The rest are along for the free ride and to complain and do nothing else. (Some say my percentage for helpers is to high).

Most of us really do appreciate you and what you do for us, and don't say it is a thank less job The pay may be lousy but the thanks, even though we don't say it enough, is there.

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU a thousand times.

With my upmost respect and appreciation

Roger A. Karn

PS Don't ask me to be the editor as I can't spell and it has taken me forever to type this so the magazine would be years behind if I ever did get it out. Of course maybe that would serve some of them right.

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Mongo

03-15-2000 12:23:58




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Sherry, your mag is the best thing going for Oliver people right now. Late or not, it IS a value and an asset. I did not understand the language or the posturing of those who were complaining nor do I now. I am pleased with your performance and judge your product by it's content and not by the delivery date. Keep up the good work and I hope things only get better for you. I am proud of the magazine and share it often with friends and they are amazed at what it is, what is has and how little it costs. I belong to other clubs with higher dues and fewer rewards. I would only be prone to gripe if you weren't associated with the mag, because it seems you have made a lot of improvements. You deserve only the highest regards for your efforts.

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Don Nelson

03-15-2000 11:16:39




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Sherry,
Not everyone is upset with you. I think you do a terrific job with the magazine. I am sorry to hear that you are so overburdened. I hope the board can see their way to offer some more help to you.
You really put out a nice magazine. I am just coming up on the end of my first year of membership, and yes, I will be renewing my membership.
I do know something of how you must feel. I have had some similar situations. I do not know what I could do to help, but if you have some ideas I would be receptive to listening. I do not have a lot of spare time and I certainly am not looking to be the editor.
Thanks again for all you do. Please let the board know that some of us think they should be doing more to support you. I would not even object to a small dues increase if it would help.
Thanks,
Don Nelson

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Joe

03-15-2000 08:22:41




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 Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
Don't worry Sherry, While I for one am like several others who goes through withdraw if I can't get my Oliver magazine fix every couple of months, I am mature enough to realize that it's just a tractor magazine tied to a hobby I enjoy, not a life or death matter. I also am very busy at work, so busy in fact that I have not really noticed the extended delay. I think those that complain the most must really have alot of time on their hands and would make good candidates for the next editor :-).

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    Gary Hearn

    03-14-2000 20:22:10




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     Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
    My concern still remains the same. I have yet to receive my magazines or any other form of communication from HPOCA since receipt of the September/October edition in November. And let it be noted that I DID SEND an e-mail to Sherry on March 3rd (to her correct address) that I have not received a response to. However, Mary Ann Townsend at the Charles City office did respond to the copy I sent her on March 4th.

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    Sherry

    03-14-2000 21:21:52




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     Re: Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Gary Hearn, 03-14-2000 20:22:10  
    Let it be noted that I DID respond. However I just discovered that when you "reply" to Gary's message, his entire address does not appear and his message is floating around out there in space.



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    highboyford

    03-14-2000 19:09:41




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     Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
    Hey if it would make you feel any bettor,I DONT WANT YOUR JOB.I think with what you have to deal with you are doing a great job,look forward to recieving the magazine(Reminds me of waiting for christmas)whenever it does show as far as audit goes it is only $20.00 big deal I have lost alot more than that.If you ever want to vent e-mail me but dont hang yourself:}Waiting is alot bettor than not getting one at all.

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    Wrenchbender

    03-14-2000 18:40:41




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     Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  
    Sherry I'm glad you got to vent some of your frustrations about the magazine. I feel the magazine and the club were both defended here and only a couple of people are causing a fuss. I haven't asked but these people may be new members and have yet to receive a magazine at all, if they had, they would have known what the circumstances are. You have explained this in previous issues, MOST people understand that ONE person can only do so much by themselves. I personally think you do an EXCELLENT job and the quality of the magazine is second to none! Just remember,there are people who appreciate what you do, so HANG in there and don't get HUNG up about it!!!

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    Dick L

    03-14-2000 18:25:14




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     Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 17:42:55  

    Hang in there Sherry we still loves ya.
    If you could see how far behind I am in my work you would think you were all cought up.



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    Sherry

    03-14-2000 21:28:58




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     Re: Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Dick L, 03-14-2000 18:25:14  
    Thank you for your support. I'm glad there are are few out there who have a clue what this is like. The offer still stands...anyone interested in a low paying, thankless job requiring hours of research and critisism can have it.



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    DAVE

    03-15-2000 10:12:45




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     Re: Re: Re: Let's hang the editor! in reply to Sherry, 03-14-2000 21:28:58  
    Keep up the good work Sherry. Just think, while these guys complain and wait for their magazine, the rest of us die hards are out finding the olivers in their backyards. Ha, Ha, Ha !!!



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