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To: rustbucket
I had previously posted the information in post 108 in bits and pieces over many years. When it came time to find a specific quote or data, I had to search through my thousands of posts or find them in a small index I have of some of my posts.

I have exactly this same problem, both with what I post, and with information that I find, but don't post. Many's the time I wanted some piece of information that I had previously posted, and could no longer find it.

I struggled with how to simplify my searches and make them less time consuming. Putting a large number of quotes and data into one post will make it easier for me to find specific related pieces of information in the future. I decided I would put a lot of information in one post. I'll be able to check post 108 to find information on secession, the ratifying conventions, statements by Founders, etc. That was why I made the post so long. I had an ulterior motive.

Funny you should mention that. I had the same thing in mind regarding your post. I have it bookmarked. Of course I have a forest of bookmarks, so it's not always easy to find a particular one when you want it.

Both sides should provide backup for their arguments and try to avoid insults.

Insults are rather pointless. Nobody is going to mock or shame someone into agreeing with them.

152 posted on 07/09/2018 11:24:46 AM PDT by DiogenesLamp ("of parents owing allegiance to no other sovereignty.")
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To: DiogenesLamp; rustbucket; rockrr; x
DiogenesLamp: "Many's the time I wanted some piece of information that I had previously posted, and could no longer find it."

Much as it pains me, I'll do you a serious favor and show you how to find every post you've ever made and every comment or link in every post.
Do a word search here:

Posts by DiogenesLamp

No problem, you're welcome, and no I never, ever, look at any old posts except my own, for exactly the reason you state here.

168 posted on 07/10/2018 10:19:41 AM PDT by BroJoeK ((a little historical perspective...))
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