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Nolan Nash

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06-11-2004 17:37

Don't they usually at least wait until the next year to have a "day" for statesman?

Do we have a FDR day? JFK Day? I know the anniversary of JFK's death is observed as are the birthdays of Washington and Lincoln, but does Reagan warrant his own day and on such short notice? I tried to go to the bank and post office and I find out I can't because it's Reagan day?

I do not know for a fact that it's "Reagan Day", just going by what some people said at the post office... Can anyone clarify or expand on this? Does anyone know if this is actually going to be a federal holiday from now on?

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Siggy Romulus

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06-11-2004 18:09

As much as I dearly wish to reply, I work in News, and thus must abstain.

(anyone who has even LOOKED at a TV in the last 5 days should understand my reasons).

I will say though: A good point Nolan, and I'm glad someone brought it up.

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Teeny Leviathan

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06-11-2004 20:45

Friday, June 11 2004 was declared a national day of mourning for Reagan. Federal employees got the day off. As far as I can tell, this was a one day observance. I don't see it becoming a holiday.

Nolan Nash

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06-11-2004 20:54

OK, thanks Teeny

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Chip Midnight

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06-11-2004 20:59

Adding his face to Mt. Rushmore should be plenty

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Siggy Romulus

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06-11-2004 21:43

There is an (unscientific) call in poll going on for the 11pm News tonight on the subject of replacing Alexanander Hamilton on the 10 dollar bill... thus far 61% No and 39% Yes.

To tell the truth that seems a worthwhile way to honor someone -- maybe reintroduce the $2 bill in a limited run as they did in 1976 (is that right.. I found one in 1977 - but I assume it was for 1976).

*shrug*

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Teeny Leviathan

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06-12-2004 04:31

At this point, everyone who wants to rename and change stuff in honor of Reagan should pause and wait a decade. Let a few years pass and allow for new and otherwise forgotten facts to rise to the surface. Then, decide if the 2nd most polarizing president ever deserves any of it.

Lets all remember the FBI headquarters they named after J Edgar Hoover. If we knew then what we know now about him, would they have named a building after him?

Edited for a minor typo.

Alek Wu

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06-13-2004 10:07

Just so you know, some state employees and schools got the day off too... the State of California was one of them. (:

I know a lot of the Legislators were going to fly to DC on Friday to attend the funeral.

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Nolan Nash Frischer Frosch Join date: 15 May 2003 Posts: 7,141	06-11-2004 17:37 Don't they usually at least wait until the next year to have a "day" for statesman? Do we have a FDR day? JFK Day? I know the anniversary of JFK's death is observed as are the birthdays of Washington and Lincoln, but does Reagan warrant his own day and on such short notice? I tried to go to the bank and post office and I find out I can't because it's Reagan day? I do not know for a fact that it's "Reagan Day", just going by what some people said at the post office... Can anyone clarify or expand on this? Does anyone know if this is actually going to be a federal holiday from now on? _____________________ “Time's fun when you're having flies.” ~Kermit
Siggy Romulus DILLIGAF Join date: 22 Sep 2003 Posts: 5,711	06-11-2004 18:09 As much as I dearly wish to reply, I work in News, and thus must abstain. (anyone who has even LOOKED at a TV in the last 5 days should understand my reasons). I will say though: A good point Nolan, and I'm glad someone brought it up. Siggy. _____________________ The Second Life forums are living proof as to why it's illegal for people to have sex with farm animals. From: Jesse Linden I, for one, am highly un-helped by this thread
Teeny Leviathan Never started World War 3 Join date: 20 May 2003 Posts: 2,716	06-11-2004 20:45 Friday, June 11 2004 was declared a national day of mourning for Reagan. Federal employees got the day off. As far as I can tell, this was a one day observance. I don't see it becoming a holiday.
Nolan Nash Frischer Frosch Join date: 15 May 2003 Posts: 7,141	06-11-2004 20:54 OK, thanks Teeny _____________________ “Time's fun when you're having flies.” ~Kermit
Chip Midnight ate my baby! Join date: 1 May 2003 Posts: 10,231	06-11-2004 20:59 Adding his face to Mt. Rushmore should be plenty _____________________ My other hobby: www.live365.com/stations/chip_midnight
Siggy Romulus DILLIGAF Join date: 22 Sep 2003 Posts: 5,711	06-11-2004 21:43 There is an (unscientific) call in poll going on for the 11pm News tonight on the subject of replacing Alexanander Hamilton on the 10 dollar bill... thus far 61% No and 39% Yes. To tell the truth that seems a worthwhile way to honor someone -- maybe reintroduce the $2 bill in a limited run as they did in 1976 (is that right.. I found one in 1977 - but I assume it was for 1976). shrug Siggy. _____________________ The Second Life forums are living proof as to why it's illegal for people to have sex with farm animals. From: Jesse Linden I, for one, am highly un-helped by this thread
Teeny Leviathan Never started World War 3 Join date: 20 May 2003 Posts: 2,716	06-12-2004 04:31 At this point, everyone who wants to rename and change stuff in honor of Reagan should pause and wait a decade. Let a few years pass and allow for new and otherwise forgotten facts to rise to the surface. Then, decide if the 2nd most polarizing president ever deserves any of it. Lets all remember the FBI headquarters they named after J Edgar Hoover. If we knew then what we know now about him, would they have named a building after him? Edited for a minor typo.
Alek Wu LEFT-HANDED ELF! Join date: 16 Apr 2003 Posts: 237	06-13-2004 10:07 Just so you know, some state employees and schools got the day off too... the State of California was one of them. (: I know a lot of the Legislators were going to fly to DC on Friday to attend the funeral.