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Re: WHAT’S THAT!? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 17:31:49 -0000

Here is a story about Maggot's owner:

Serving the people who serve us
By Anonymous

“I had a longtime customer named ‘Cowboy’ Bob Dunigan. Everybody always called him ‘Buckaroo.’ He doesn’t come in anymore and it’s been years since the last time I saw him, but he used to bring his dog in a lot until he died—the dog, not Buckaroo. I think Buckaroo is probably too ornery to ever actually die.

Case in point: One time Buckaroo was sitting at the end of my bar drinking and talking to his friend who was seated next to him. At the other end of the bar was a kid minding his own business, drinking his drink.

The kid pushes his empty glass aside and stands to leave. Buckaroo, at his end of the bar, lifts himself halfway off his stool and looks down at the kid, giving him one of his mad-dog stares. The kid slowly sits back down and orders another drink. After he polishes that one off, he stands to leave once more. And once more Buckaroo lifts himself halfway up and mad dogs the kid into submission: the kid sits back down and orders another drink.

This behavior—on both their parts—repeats itself until I begin not to even notice anymore. I guess Buckaroo must have let his defenses down, too, after a while, because all of a sudden the kid is up and running along the bar towards Buckaroo, and before anyone can react he has smashed a glass ashtray he grabbed from the middle of the bar into the side of ol’ Buckaroo’s head and continues on running out the exit to glorious freedom.

I don’t think Buckaroo even knew this kid—or if he did, he never said—but I would bet my house the kid wouldn’t be interested in renewing his acquaintance.”

Re: NO LAWYER, NO PROBLEM | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:50:45 -0000

I'm digging this story, but tell us about the video surveillance from the night Star was allegedly punched while waiting in line at 7-11.
In the first story you filed, you said that Star was in possession of this tape. Has she allowed you to view it? Does the tape show Star getting punched?
I love the background material you’ve dug up, but is this case legitimate or is it a sham? What’s on the damn tape?

Re: WHEN IT’S OVER … | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:07:34 -0000

Fascinating story! And not only because you’ve managed to turn Nancy Downs into a victim! I tune into the District website on a daily basis looking for more of the Star Harris saga like it’s a favorite soap opera.
What I hope to see in upcoming episodes:
What does ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) think of favorite daughter Star Harris now that the District has dug up all the dirt? Do they have any comment? Are they still backing her?
And, when are you going to tell us what’s on the 7-11 surveillance tape? It would be a great twist if after all the false claims and lawsuits leveled by Star Harris—she turns out to be a victim in this case. Too far fetched? Why? It happened to Nancy Downs.
Keep it up, kids! Loving it so far!

Re: PRO PER, BABY! | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 13:07:54 -0000

Still looking for ACORN's comments to/reactions about-this story.
What is it that Star does for a living? She still have the salon?

Re: THE BAND | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 03:43:19 -0000

i think he likes you.

Re: WHAT’S YOUR NAME AGAIN? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 03:01:15 -0000

I've had the same experience in many a bar.

Re: FUMBLEROOSKI

selfishcauses — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 10:12:31 -0000

The Detroit Lions play in the city of Detroit, Dave. Just across the street from the Tigers.

Re: FUMBLEROOSKI

selfishcauses — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 17:45:45 -0000

Hey, Detroit has football and casinos and they're doing swell!

Re: POWER TO THE PEOPLE | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 13:38:02 -0000

Gravel likes his songs like his food...mashed.

Re: POWER TO THE PEOPLE | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:36:08 -0000

Dear Mr. Over-Reaction.
I like old people. I like you. I just couldn't pass up an opportunity at a lame mash-up joke. Sorry you didn't like it. I'll get off your lawn now.

Re: EVEL KNIEVEL R.I.P. @ 69 | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 10:59:40 -0000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYGGCVE2lKY

Re: “LONG BEACH” RESTAURANT “GREEN”, “HEALTHY” LEAVES “NOTE” | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:37:04 -0000

The submitter "said" not "sad."

Re: GET LOST, SoLongDeLong.COM | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 11:41:44 -0000

Are you calling Spider-Man a wussie? Batman?
You’re beginning to sound a little paranoid ala J. Jonah Jameson, Dave.

Re: WIN A BIKE! | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 11:42:54 -0000

gimmie dat bike!

Re: IDIOT BOX: CSI LONG BEACH | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:09:14 -0000

The beginning of that show is always the best. Watch as Caruso puts his glasses back on before he delivers his one liner punctuated by the opening notes from The Who's 'Who Are You?', "Drive-by...Miami Style. YEEEAAAHH!"

Best video I've ever seen is here, CSI Miami - Endless Caruso One Liners:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sarYH0z948

Re: IDIOT BOX: CSI LONG BEACH | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:11:11 -0000

God I love him and I used to hate him so much!
I used to replay the scene in King of New York just to watch Caruso die over and over.

Re: GET LOST, SoLongDeLong.COM | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:38:41 -0000

i'm wondering if you consider batman to be a wuss--not calling you batman.
i was lightheartedly calling you JJJ ("Why's does Spiderman wear a mask if he's not a criminal? What's he got to hide?")
my jokes seem to fail spectacularly around here.
i don't think i'm very funny.

Re: “FAUX REAL”: WHAT’S UP WITH OCEAN CENTER? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 11:20:52 -0000

Hey Wielinga.
Is this unsigned email worse than or equal to blogging under a phony name? Does it matter that the writer is most likely a tenant of the Ocean Center Building and is worried about reprisal? Is the writer a wussie, Dave?

Re: “FAUX REAL”: WHAT’S UP WITH OCEAN CENTER? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:43:43 -0000

To Sir, With love:
Merry Christmas (I Don't Wanna Fight Tonight)

Re: “FAUX REAL”: WHAT’S UP WITH OCEAN CENTER? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:28:01 -0000

--Joey Ramone...not his real name! :)

Re: WHEN IS ANONYMITY ON A WEBSITE OK? | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:43:14 -0000

The difference that I see is that some people are paid to do this (Dave) and risk less than those who might have a reason to hide behind an alias.
Maybe Mr. SoLongDeLong works in the DeLong offices. Maybe he’s a double secret agent gathering information that he wouldn’t be privy to were he to find himself suddenly unemployed! More likely he's wasting company time writing song parodies, but hey, that's important too!
As for me, Selfish Causes, I’m not hiding. I’m just trying to sell a few t-shirts. Hey, we got greeting cards here!
www.selfishcauses.com

Re: TIRED OF YOU, SATAN! | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 20:26:37 -0000

excellent!

Re: HOMELESS TOLD MOVE OUT OF PARK, MAKE WAY FOR STAR TREK! | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:39:51 -0000

The studios pick up the tab.

Re: VECTOR CONTROL

selfishcauses — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:43:15 -0000

It really should be a word.

Re: MIKE WALLACE: OVERRATED | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 22:05:26 -0000

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Re: PODCAST: TEAR IN MY BEER | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:52:39 -0000

Excellent song selections, Chris!
However, at the risk of sounding ungrateful, I wish these were separate mp3s.

Re: “HERE’S THE CITY OF LONG BEACH, SPONSORED BY COCA-COLA” | The District Weekly

selfishcauses — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:32:37 -0000

What is wrong with the people we elect to run our city?
And what is wrong with us that we ever allow any of them to run unopposed?

Re: REPORTER WHO HELPED TURN CARONA INTO OC’S EX-SHERRIFF ADDRESSES LB PRESS CLUB FRIDAY

selfishcauses — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:46:24 -0000

Bill Gates releases mosquitoes in Long Beach
From Staff Reports
Posted: 02/05/2009 09:11:55 PM PST

Speaking at TED Conference in Long Beach, Microsoft founder Bill Gates wanted to make a point about malaria. So he opened a jar of mosquitoes in the Long Beach Convention Center. USA Today has the story here.

This story took place in the PT's own back yard and they failed to cover it.