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Lourdes

About me

Hello, I am Lourdes. I write and edit articles, contribute to the AFD, CSD, UAA/AIV, RFP and Help desks, and try to keep Wikipedia free of vandalism wherever I notice it. I have a bot account^(approval) and also have an alternative account ❤️^{(usage policy)} that I use purely for handing out WikiLove messages and barnstars to brilliant contributors across Wikipedia. There are a few scripts too that I've chipped in with; one for Page Curation,^[1] another for the new pages feed,^[2] three more for tracking all Afds^[3] or those opened^[4] and closing today,^[5] and the last one for today's featured article watchers.^[6] If you want any help, please do leave a message below. Lourdes

Some contributions

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Port Phillip, etc etc

Hope you are well. I've just added quite a big chunk of background to cricket in Australia, which I think we were a little light on before; I managed to unearth quite a bit of background. I've reworked quite a lot of that section, so feel free to take a look and have a hack at it yourself. One other thought I had, which I will raise on the talk page when I get a chance, is that our title is probably wrong. Modern cricket (and sports in general) practice is to put the name of the home team first when naming the teams; by that rule, it should be "Van Diemen's Land v Port Philip, 1851". I might ask one or two others, but it's really not worth bothering with a RFC or anything so formal. It's pretty straightforward and not a big issue at all. Sarastro1 (talk) 00:59, 21 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Sarastro1 hello. Yes, your point about the name seems to be right. We can change the article name anytime you wish. I'll just take a look at the additions in some time. Thanks for the effort you're putting in. Lourdes 02:08, 21 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

We may have a little issue or two. I'll mention it here first as I'm still working out what it might mean and any possible ways around it. First, I'm not sure that the book/pamphlet of Phillpot is reliable enough to pass muster at FAC. I'm not sure myself, and have asked for a second opinion. If not, we will have to re-source anything cited to that. The only problem I foresee is the claim that Phillpot was instrumental in arranging the match. I've already found a few other things on Trove that might plug any gaps. The second issue is the claim, given in that history of the MCC, that the match was arranged to celebrate "the impending separation of Victoria from New South Wales". That is all we have to back up the fact in our article, but I'd feel happier if we had something more substantial. The article on Intercolonial cricket in Australia makes the same claim but is not referenced. It may come from a book listed in the sources, Two Hundred Years of Australian Cricket, but there is no way that I can get hold of that. That might make it difficult to source that particular claim more fully, but there is a deeper issue. I wonder if that book has more about our match? The source I mentioned on the talk page, The formative years of Australian cricket, almost certainly has a bit more as well. So, my issue is how close can we get to FAC standard without access to these print books, and without the Phillpot source? I'm becoming a little worried that we might hit a brick wall. I'll ponder for a bit, then stick some more thoughts on the talk page. Sarastro1 (talk) 00:56, 22 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Very good points. I've noted down some stuff on Nikkimaria's talk page about the source in question. In the meanwhile, I've also changed the introduction part of the article to match the title move. Thanks. Lourdes 03:23, 22 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

I noticed that we are using "Tasmania and intercolonial cricket to 1891" as a source. It is behind a paywall, but I don't suppose you have a copy of it? Or do you know who used it as a source? It might have a little more on the background that we could use. Sarastro1 (talk) 22:57, 22 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Sarastro, I had used this as a source. I had access to this source at that time; unfortunately, I've lost that access since then to this source. I'll try and get hold of a copy and will inform you in a couple of days if I've managed that. Thanks. Lourdes 04:17, 23 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

I've managed to add a little more from the sources that you found, and I really must compliment you on your research skills; I have no idea how you had the patience to dig some of these things out. You really should be writing far more cricket articles! Meanwhile, I've asked someone if they can get hold of two of the useful book sources from their local library. It may take a while, and may only confirm what we've already got, but it's worth a try. I apologise for the slow going, but I really think this could be very, very good when it's all done. Sarastro1 (talk) 23:00, 28 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you Sarastro1 for your kind words. I like cricketing articles because of one of my close friends being a cricketer. I'll surely try and contribute to some other cricketing articles. In fact, the last cricketing article List of Indian Premier League seasons and results I contributed to made me realize how the sport is growing. Anyway, will chip in on the article. I really don't mind the slow going. I actually am grateful to you that you're working on the article with much diligence. Thanks once more for your kind words. Lourdes 04:13, 1 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

OK, I think I've managed to get VERY solid sources and rejigged everything up to the start of the match now. I've taken out the CricketCountry source and replaced it with a cn tag for the moment; I'm 99% sure I can find everything that was in the CC article without too much difficulty, and I think I've got the hardest part out of the way. The next step is the match report, which shouldn't be too bad as we don't want too much detail. However, I was wondering what you are like with tables on here. There is a format that has been used to produce simple scorecards for articles like this: for example here. I'm truly dreadful at creating them. I don't think one is essential, but it wouldn't hurt either. If you are any good and feel like cobbling one together, that would be fantastic. Otherwise, if you think we need one, I could ask around a few people and see if they can conjure one up for us. Finally, any joy on "Tasmania and intercolonial cricket to 1891" yet? I doubt it's essential in any case; nor are those books if we can't get hold of them. Sarastro1 (talk) 23:44, 8 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Sarastro1, I've worked on tables in the past so I'll try to get this one up. No luck with the book though. Sorry for that. Lourdes 08:41, 10 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Match done; I've cut it back quite a bit (which was something that came up at the PR and the FAC) and managed to reference it without cricket country. I've taken out everything about "the first instance of..." as that is self-evident in the first first-class game, and it is not something the players would have been aware of. We can maybe mention this at the end. Almost there now, I think. Sarastro1 (talk) 23:30, 11 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

That's brilliant. I'll work on the article once you're through and also add the table. Do give me a headsup when you're more or less done. You're the best. Thanks. Lourdes 04:47, 12 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

OK, I think that's it. I've probably missed quite a few links, as I'm terrible at those, and it still would benefit from the scorecard if you are interested. I haven't checked through and I'd like to give it a last copy-edit and polish before going anywhere near FAC. I'm going to ask a couple of people to take a cold hard look at it too, including Wehwalt who was interested before, so that it has the best chance possible. But we should be able to nominate in the next week or so if all goes well and I've not done anything too stupid. Sarastro1 (talk) 20:47, 30 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Fantastic Sarastro1; I'll go through the article and also put in the scorecard this weekend. Have a great one. Lourdes 17:00, 31 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Update: Wehwalt has had a look now, and I've added a scorecard. I think it is just about ready, and if you have no objection I'll nominate this for FAC in the next day or two. Sarastro1 (talk) 21:39, 7 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Sarastro1 thanks so much for the scorecard work. You're simply doing everything leaving me nothing to do :) I have no objection at all. Thanks again for all the outstanding work on the article. Lourdes 03:24, 8 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

My mistake on the double quotations... long week!! Or I need my eyes testing... Sarastro1 (talk) 16:23, 8 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Oh come on :) You've done the mountain of impeccable work on this and you don't need to worry about the mistakes. I'm just doodling through the stuff. Lourdes 16:30, 8 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Most of the sources say 11am, but the grand cricket match one gives 10:30. I've gone for 11, as that's what most modern sources say. I got a scan of "200 Seasons of Australian Cricket" as well, from which I added in some more details last week; that gives 11am too. Sarastro1 (talk) 20:59, 9 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Sarastro1. I'm done copy editing the article. If there's anything else you'd like me to go through within the article, do please tell. Otherwise, you can nominate the same for FA whenever you decide. Thanks. Lourdes 16:49, 12 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

No, I think we're good. I've nominated it now, so let's see what happens. Sarastro1 (talk) 22:46, 12 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks. Lourdes 01:53, 13 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for getting all the points at FAC, I've been rather busy these last few days! Sarastro1 (talk) 19:14, 17 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Sarastro1, no problems at all. I'm just chipping in after you've chiseled out the mountain. Lourdes 15:15, 18 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Congress of people

Hi,

Thank you for editing and reviewing the our page congress of people. Thank you for adding in the term unrecognised" party. I would request you to undo the deleted article, as we are planning to nominate our candidates in coming loksabha elections from the sates mentioned in the article.

Since you have deleted the whole article,it is demoralising for our party members.

Kindly undo the changes you did, and request you to remove/edit only the matter that you feel inappropriate.

Looking forward for your positive response

Thank you Santoshbhagat82 (talk) 04:43, 7 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hello. I've deleted content that did not adhere to our core content policies, so I don't believe I can add the same back. You could discuss this issue on the talk page of the article, so that other editors can also comment. Also, while you're around, please give a quick look to Wikipedia's conflict of interest guidelines, which suggests that you exhibit extreme caution in contributing to articles that you may be associated with. If there's anything else where you might wish my help in, feel free to ask. Thanks. Lourdes 06:19, 7 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, will check the details thanks Santoshbhagat82 (talk) 07:30, 7 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Sharp catches

Sharp catches on Carmen Lagamagna. For some reason I thought VC was referring to venture capitalist, perhaps reflecting my own internal bias. Also, unfortunate that you had to withdraw your recent RfA. I am sure you will get it soon enough, you are an outstanding team member. Ies (talk) 10:54, 13 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks I enjoy sandwiches. No problems with your edits. I've done worse. See you around. Lourdes 14:25, 13 March 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Issues with Page Curation Toolbar installation

Hey there. I'm trying to get the page curation toolbar working, but I'm having some issues. I added it to the js file, and the "Page Curation" link is in the top section, but the toolbar isn't showing up, and I don't have a link in the Tools section. Any ideas? Thanks! bojo | talk 20:40, 19 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hello bojo1498, please click on the page curation link at the top, and from the list of new articles that are shown, click on any article, and then notice the small vertical menu that pops out at the right side of the screen. If no vertical menu pops out, check the items in the left tool bar (below the heading titled "Tools") and see if you have the link "Curate this article". Check all this and tell me if this works. Thanks. Lourdes 07:17, 22 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

I tried this, and it isn't working, unfortunately. The "Page Curation" link shows at the top, and it takes me to the New Pages Feed, but once I click on any of the articles, no menu appears and I don't have a link in the tools section for curation. Thanks! bojo | talk 13:00, 24 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

bojo1498, I think it's basically because while you have the reviewing pending changes right, you do not have the new page reviewer right. The curation toolbar is accessible only for editors with that right. You can apply for the same at WP:PERM. Thanks. Lourdes 15:53, 24 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Okay, got it. This line in the documentation seems to contradict that, unless I'm missing something: "At the same time, any registered user can install, and use the script." I thought that might be the case, but based on the aforementioned line from the documentation I wasn't sure. Thanks! bojo | talk 19:11, 24 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

bojo1498 you have a point here. Let me try and improve the same. Thanks. Lourdes 00:30, 25 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks! bojo | talk 02:28, 25 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

TFL notification

Hi, Lourdes. I'm just posting to let you know that List of Formula One Grand Prix wins by Ayrton Senna – a list that you have been heavily involved with – has been chosen to appear on the Main Page as Today's featured list for May 8. The TFL blurb can be seen here. If you have any thoughts on the selection, please post them on my talk page or at TFL talk. Regards, Giants2008 (Talk) 22:27, 21 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks so much for this. Harrias is the main contributor to the list; so it would be good to get his views first. In my opinion, I would have preferred 1 May (the day he died), as that would hold some more relevance. But I would go by what you or The Rambling Man may decide. Thanks so much. Lourdes 07:22, 22 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Email?

I received a notification you sent me an email but I have not seen an email. Perhaps the notification precedes the email; I'll keep looking although I expect to retire for the evening very soon.--S Philbrick (Talk) 02:02, 29 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

I just realized it is in a different folder so I have it, although I have not yet read it.--S Philbrick (Talk) 02:03, 29 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Read and actioned.--S Philbrick (Talk) 02:06, 29 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Sphilbrick thanks a lot. Lourdes 04:37, 29 April 2017 (UTC)[reply]

AfD

Thanks very much for catching that; I've closed as speedy due to nom withdrawal. Dunno what I was thinking. I might have been looking at the article as it was before I filleted it; or just good old-fashioned skim-reading of the sources :) In any case, thanks again, and take care. — O Fortuna^{semper crescis, aut decrescis} 17:00, 14 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Oh. Alright. I hope my comments weren't off. I wouldn't !vote keep in any noms you've put up. That's why I simply commented. Hope you're doing well. Lourdes 17:03, 14 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Well, thanks for the !vote ;) No, not off, you made points that addressed my nomination, and I think you pointed out better sourcing than I noticed, particularly re. depth of coverage in NYT etc. Anyway, it's probably good for the soul to be wrong about something every now and again, and be called out on it-, cheers! — O Fortuna^{semper crescis, aut decrescis} 17:09, 14 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

The5

Hey Lourdes, thanks for helping in the "The5" page, can you please add to the infobox that the record label is Sony Music and that the genre is Pop because it didn't work with me. Thanks ☺ — Preceding unsigned comment added by 185.61.48.21 (talk) 14:04, 18 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hey it's the guy from the "The5" article again, thank you and sorry for bothering you again 😅 Can you please add to the infobox the first first picture that you find on Google when writing "The5"? I don't know how to put pictures. And thank you for helping me ☺☺ — Preceding unsigned comment added by 185.61.48.21 (talk) 14:40, 18 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hello and thanks for the note. Please read Wikipedia:Non-free content. I would not prefer placing any image that is not free to use. Write back for any assistance. Thanks. Lourdes 23:42, 18 May 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Hey Lourdes, thanks for telling me about the references thing. I'm going to add references but please next time don't delete the paragraph just tell me what to do. ☺ And for the image, if there's any image free to use I'd be glad if you add it until I learn how to add one...

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 Hey it's the guy from the "The5" article again, thank you and sorry for bothering you again 😅 Can you please add to the infobox the first first picture that you find on Google when writing "The5"? I don't know how to put pictures. And thank you for helping me ☺☺  <!-- Template:Unsigned IP --><small class="autosigned">—&nbsp;Preceding [[Wikipedia:Signatures|unsigned]] comment added by [[Special:Contributions/185.61.48.21|185.61.48.21]] ([[User talk:185.61.48.21#top|talk]]) 14:40, 18 May 2017 (UTC)</small> <!--Autosigned by SineBot-->
 *Hello and thanks for the note. Please read [[Wikipedia:Non-free content]]. I would not prefer placing any image that is not free to use. Write back for any assistance. Thanks. <small>[[User talk:Lourdes|<span style="color:black;">Lourdes</span>]]</small> 23:42, 18 May 2017 (UTC)
+Hey Lourdes, thanks for telling me about the references thing. I'm going to add references but please next time don't delete the paragraph just tell me what to do. ☺ And for the image, if there's any image free to use I'd be glad if you add it until I learn how to add one...