This thread is starting to look like all those pulled threads during the nightmare months of mid-2003, when deranged terrorist trolls destroyed many of our threads. And a few of the same disruptors are back -- some with new names, some (who never got banned) are here with their originals. The abuse button is being furiously mashed. The mods are on full alert. And no information of any value is being exchanged.
So I herewith announce my intention to Abandon Thread!
Mr. Abuse Button is indeed back.