Recognition for Oswego John
Moderator: Jim Walsh
Recognition for Oswego John
I would like to say a few words in recognition of the contribution Oswego John has made and continues to make to this board. Recently "OJ" went out of his way to help me trouble shoot and solve an electrical problem I had been having for 3 years with my outboard motor, by means of postings and numerous private messages which cris-crossed the country for days. His knowledge, expertise and wisdom are an asset to us all and exemplify what this board is about. During the 3 years I have been a member, I have always been impressed by the thoughtful advice and impressive detail he puts into his posts. I, for one, lift my glass to you, OJ, and I hope to keep seeing your posts for a good long time to come. Thanks and "bottoms up", (your glass, not your boat).
S. Calder sv Falcon
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Warren Kaplan
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- Location: Former owner of Sine Qua Non CD27 #166 1980 Oyster Bay Harbor, NY Member # 317
Aw....now yer gonna' give him a swelled head!! He'll be totally unbearable to live with around here from now on! 
Seriously...his posts are always informative and are also downright entertaining!!
I'd lift a glass to him too, but I have to go to work right now so it'll have to wait until I get home!!!
Seriously...his posts are always informative and are also downright entertaining!!
I'd lift a glass to him too, but I have to go to work right now so it'll have to wait until I get home!!!
"I desire no more delight, than to be under sail and gone tonight."
(W. Shakespeare, Merchant of Venice)
(W. Shakespeare, Merchant of Venice)
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barfwinkle
- Posts: 2169
- Joined: Feb 6th, '05, 10:34
- Location: S/V Rhapsody CD25D
To Quote a famous Priate Movie
(And changing a pronoun) "there will be no living with him now" 
But truer words have never been written. Bottoms up OJ!
But truer words have never been written. Bottoms up OJ!
Bill Member #250.
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NevisTyphoon
- Posts: 81
- Joined: Feb 22nd, '07, 22:48
- Location: 1980 Typhoon Daysailer
Hull # 47
Here's to OJ!
When I posted that I needed a new rudder for my Ty, OJ promptly sent me a template and complete instructions to build one better than was original!
I swear, OJ must just spend his whole time helping others, and is a true gentleman in how he does so.
A pitcher of rum punch for you OJ, when you next make it by Nevis!
Regards
I swear, OJ must just spend his whole time helping others, and is a true gentleman in how he does so.
A pitcher of rum punch for you OJ, when you next make it by Nevis!
Regards
Chris Thompson
Nevis, West Indies
Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it-but sail we must, and not drift, nor lie at anchor
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Nevis, West Indies
Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it-but sail we must, and not drift, nor lie at anchor
Oliver Wendell Holmes
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Parfait's Provider
- Posts: 764
- Joined: Feb 6th, '05, 13:06
- Location: CD/36 #84, Parfait, Raleigh, NC
berthed Whortonsville, NC
And Besides That
He is FUN. OJ is definitely the cream of the crop.
Keep on sailing,
Ken Coit, ND7N
CD/36 #84
Parfait
Raleigh, NC
Ken Coit, ND7N
CD/36 #84
Parfait
Raleigh, NC
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Sea Hunt
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- Joined: Jan 29th, '06, 23:14
- Location: Former caretaker of 1977 Cape Dory Typhoon Weekender (Hull #1400) "S/V Tadpole"
I completely agree with S. Calder and everyone else.
Oswego John has been immensely helpful in my efforts to own a sailboat. When I have found one of interest in the New York area he has volunteered to investigate the boat for me if I remain interested. He has sent me PMs making very helpful suggestions and suggesting caution with certain ones on the market.
In fairness, others on this board have also offered assistance and encouragement in my efforts. I cannot begin to express my gratitude to Oswego John and all, except to say
THANKS AND FAIR WINDS
Oswego John has been immensely helpful in my efforts to own a sailboat. When I have found one of interest in the New York area he has volunteered to investigate the boat for me if I remain interested. He has sent me PMs making very helpful suggestions and suggesting caution with certain ones on the market.
In fairness, others on this board have also offered assistance and encouragement in my efforts. I cannot begin to express my gratitude to Oswego John and all, except to say
THANKS AND FAIR WINDS
Fair winds,
Robert
Sea Hunt a/k/a "The Tadpole Sailor"
CDSOA #1097
Robert
Sea Hunt a/k/a "The Tadpole Sailor"
CDSOA #1097
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Tom in Cambria
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- Location: Cape Dory 31
Hear, Hear
Hear Hear, one and all! Three cheers for the sage of Oswego. Couldn't agree more with all of the above. You're great, John, and thanks from all of us lucky enough to know you on the board.
A Class Guy
OJ has left his mark here and continues to bless us with his:
A raconteur of the first order, there is no end to his on point tales or topics. Mention a sandwich and you'll get a well told story of the Reuben he ate and the NY deli he ate it in. Mention a '47 Hudson and you'll likely get a story of a road trip to Florida. His life experience suggests a life well lived.
This guy is genuine and has a generous spirit. Many of us, including those who never met him, call him friend.
- knowledge of Tys
knowledge of sail boat repair and maintenance
dispensing of good advise
A raconteur of the first order, there is no end to his on point tales or topics. Mention a sandwich and you'll get a well told story of the Reuben he ate and the NY deli he ate it in. Mention a '47 Hudson and you'll likely get a story of a road trip to Florida. His life experience suggests a life well lived.
This guy is genuine and has a generous spirit. Many of us, including those who never met him, call him friend.
Sail on,
Jack
CD28 Sea Belle
Hailport - Rockland, ME
There are old sailors and bold sailors, but there are no old, bold sailors.
Reef early and often. It's easier to shake out a reef when one is bored than it is to tuck one in when one is scared.
When your only tool is a hammer, all your problems look like nails.
Jack
CD28 Sea Belle
Hailport - Rockland, ME
There are old sailors and bold sailors, but there are no old, bold sailors.
Reef early and often. It's easier to shake out a reef when one is bored than it is to tuck one in when one is scared.
When your only tool is a hammer, all your problems look like nails.
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Dick Barthel
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- Location: Dream Weaver, CD25D, Noank, CT
A really nice man
I had the pleasure of meeting OJ last summer. Does anyone remember Reader's Digest most unforgettable character column? I think OJ clearly falls into that category.
Dick
Dick
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Joe Myerson
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- Location: s/v Creme Brulee, CD 25D, Hull #80, Squeteague Harbor, MA
Here! Here!
All that and more.
Very few posters on this or any other board can be informative and amusing at the same time. The only trouble: Sometimes I'm laughing so hard (and my eyes are tearing) that I can't copy down OJ's helpful answers.
Bravo! Hoist another one.
Very few posters on this or any other board can be informative and amusing at the same time. The only trouble: Sometimes I'm laughing so hard (and my eyes are tearing) that I can't copy down OJ's helpful answers.
Bravo! Hoist another one.
Former Commodore, CDSOA
Former Captain, Northeast Fleet
S/V Crème Brûlée, CD 25D, Hull # 80
"What a greate matter it is to saile a shyppe or goe to sea."
--Capt. John Smith, 1627
Former Captain, Northeast Fleet
S/V Crème Brûlée, CD 25D, Hull # 80
"What a greate matter it is to saile a shyppe or goe to sea."
--Capt. John Smith, 1627
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Dick Barthel
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- Location: Dream Weaver, CD25D, Noank, CT
Wait a second Joe
I think it can be very amusing when I'm trying to be informative. It just comes natural! Dick
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Joe Myerson
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- Joined: Feb 6th, '05, 11:22
- Location: s/v Creme Brulee, CD 25D, Hull #80, Squeteague Harbor, MA
Correction
Yes, Dick, you can be informative and amusing at the same time. (It's kind of like chewing gum and walking at the same . . . never mind), as can many others (including, but certainly not limited to, John V., Carter B., Neil G. and, perhaps, even on occason, Joe M.).
What I SHOULD have said was that OJ's postings are sometimes so amusing and informative at the same time that I find myself laughing too much to absorb the useful information.
Uh-oh, have I dug myself a deeper hole?
--Joe
What I SHOULD have said was that OJ's postings are sometimes so amusing and informative at the same time that I find myself laughing too much to absorb the useful information.
Uh-oh, have I dug myself a deeper hole?
--Joe
Former Commodore, CDSOA
Former Captain, Northeast Fleet
S/V Crème Brûlée, CD 25D, Hull # 80
"What a greate matter it is to saile a shyppe or goe to sea."
--Capt. John Smith, 1627
Former Captain, Northeast Fleet
S/V Crème Brûlée, CD 25D, Hull # 80
"What a greate matter it is to saile a shyppe or goe to sea."
--Capt. John Smith, 1627
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M. R. Bober
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- Joined: Feb 6th, '05, 08:59
- Location: CARETAKER CD28 Flybridge Trawler
Complete concurrance
As they, OJ "you are the bomb!"
Mitchell Bober
Sunny Annapolis (Just 500 miles south of the lake effect snow belt,) MD
Mitchell Bober
Sunny Annapolis (Just 500 miles south of the lake effect snow belt,) MD
CDSOA Founding Member