On Tue, 19 Jun 2001, Michael McNeil wrote:
>  I have discovered an effective method of teaching a subscriber *why*
> long quotes are undesirable, without going into the argument over
> constructing archives that are actually benefiicial.  I just place them
> on digest for a week.  <g> I am seriously considering placing all new
> subscribers on digest for their first week during which I usually hold
> back posting privaleges.

I considered that long ago, and warned co-owner I might, but never did,
though I do keep it in reserve.  If I did that MAIL subscribers would be
in no doubt as to whether I was a "nice guy" or not (actually, I am, just
obey the list rules), though it might be a salutary education for some.
  Douglas

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