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October 24, 2003
Open Thread
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Posted by Anthony at October 24, 2003 12:44 AM
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A friend has suggested that maybe the name "Coconut Telegraph" is trademarked. Maybe we will need a new name - does anyone have a suggestion?
Posted by: Anthony at October 24, 2003 10:37 AM
I agree, I think I've heard of the Coconut name before. How about, "Paradise Paragraphs", or "V.I. Musings", or "The Caribbean Counter"(or Desk Top)...something along those lines..
Posted by: Bert at October 24, 2003 11:33 AM
Flotsam and Jetsam.... flotsam is floating debris or wreckage, and jetsam is stuff thrown overboard to lighten the load! You choose what applies! Don't pay any attention to Bert! JSS3. PS I figured out how to see the postings, so ignore my email! A case of new tricks and old dog!
Posted by: JSS3. at October 24, 2003 04:43 PM
I believe the phrase "Coconut Telegraph" was coined by Jimmy Buffet...I myself like the song and name of this message board, however you may have some legal repercussions? Speaking of the law, any word on those drinking cops?
Posted by: Chad at October 24, 2003 05:30 PM
Leave it to JSS3 - I do like Flotsam and Jetsam - it also leaves the whole scope of this thing a little more open ended I think. I haven't heard from Jimmy Buffet's lawyers yet, but maybe the change will come soon (or soon come) anyway.
Posted by: Anthony at October 25, 2003 12:36 PM
Quite frankly I believe that Coconut Telegraph is public domain. We have been using that long before Jimmy even played at Yesterday's here on Backstreet. I even called our newsletter at Rotary that. I won't worry about it Anthony. Double-check with your lawyer if you like.
Ronnie
Posted by: Ronnie at October 25, 2003 02:15 PM
Does anyone know what is going on over at the Grande Bay construction project? We purchased a condo there, and heard there is nothing going on after all the excavation. Many thanks to anyone who knows.
Posted by: Peter at October 26, 2003 01:02 PM
The excavation is active. I was over there on Friday and there was heavy equipment working, so I wouldn't worry. The whole is looking pretty shaped up - some kind of construction will probably be happening soon.
Posted by: Anthony at October 26, 2003 05:02 PM
Thank you Anthony for the Grande Bay update. We were getting a little worried, it seemed like the excavation was taking forever. Nice to hear a reply from someone who is actually on the island.
Posted by: peter at October 26, 2003 11:53 PM
Where can I go can I sunbathe in the nude? Just kidding. I think this site will be a great addition. I try to keep current with USVI events, especially the financial situation, and this will be a more appropriate place. Thanks Anthony
Posted by: Rob at October 27, 2003 09:25 AM
how about the Ganip Gazette? I love those little things!!
Posted by: Barry McSvenson at October 28, 2003 06:57 PM
