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    yeah, when we first opened...
    that feature was turned on. Unfortunately it seems inextricably linked to the surrealism problem, i.e. posts suddenly appearing wildly out of order. You know, three answers, an unrelated post, and then the original question. If we can get that pesky little issue solved I think it would be great to restore the feature, though. I'll mention it to the intrepid techs.
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    Self Edit Enable Please!!!
    Being able to edit our own posts would be the best solution, IMO. Maybe it does the same thing as what marye is describing but most web boards I frequent are able to allow that feature without any problems. The Dude Abides!
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    ....GRTUD needs that function, STAT! I, on the other hand, am a Doctor of Journalism! "All energy flows according to the whims of the Great Magnet. What a fool I was to defy him."
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    hm...
    Well, the short version is that at the moment you can't, because we turned off that function because it was creating some really bizarre side effects. I'd suggest doing what they do on Freecycle (and if you don't know about Freecycle, it's the best!), and just make a new post that the tapes are taken. I could go back and manually delete it if you're still getting deluged with hopeful emails, though. Just lemme know. This does point to an interesting problem; if I delete it it might throw off subsequent conversation, and if I don't delete it somebody comes along six months from now and in a wild burst of optimism thinks the tapes are still there... Hm.
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    Hi, guess I'm pretty dumb, BUT, how do I delete a message I have posted? I posted a msg for free tapes, now, the tapes have found a new home, & we don't need to leave that msg posted any longer...Thanx, Timmy
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    Sure thing. Will do it the next time I see the black box.
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    bizarre
    I'm using Firefox too, but on a Mac. I've had the occasional weirdness, but never black boxes... TigerLilly, next time this happens, can you do a screen shot and email it to us so we can pass it to the techs? The problem may not be on this end, but at least they can check it out.
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    the black box
    I'm using Firefox - latest release - tigerlily, and have had the same thing a few times. I have no idea what's causing it, but it happens on other pages for me,too. Not as often as you're describing though.
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    I am using Mozilla as a browser. Whole column under the cursive text "dead community" is just a black box. Can see no individual text in the box, other than the who's online text. Also cannot click on anything in this black field. Happens about 30% of the times that I log in. Also happens that if I log out, close Mozilla, and then log back in, all text and functions are back. Seems to be a temporary black hole or something-I have no clue what it could be. Was wondering if I were the only one with this, as I took my own advice and looked for someone else asking about this before I posted ;-)
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    whoa, that's a strange one...
    What browser are you using? I very occasionally have instances of pages loading weirdly, but it doesn't persist. So say more about this.
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Submitted by bozomark on Sat, 11/08/2008 - 15:58

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Hey now, please tell the boys that David Nelson should be asked to play witj tjem. I believe he was actually an original Warlock. He has played in more bands with Jerry than anyone in the dead. He has similar style as Jerry but not the same. He is also a familiar face that we have known for forty years. Bringing out new people,(Warren, Molo, etc distracts me more than adds to my trip. I wouldn't even know David was there he would fit in so well..
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Submitted by pitdoug1998 on Tue, 11/25/2008 - 06:39

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How can I find a CD or tape from this incredible show? Sirius does a 'set 2 jam' that makes me dance. Any info would be really cool. Thanks, Doug
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Submitted by grdaed73 on Tue, 11/25/2008 - 08:56

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hey pitdoug,try archive.org, there is 1 audience you can download and 2 soundboards you can stream!
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Submitted by pitdoug1998 on Tue, 11/25/2008 - 16:54

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HEY MAN THUMBS UP ON LOOKIN' OUT. I HAVE NO IDEA HOW TO NAVAGATE archive.org BUT I'LL DO MY LEVEL BEST. CHECK THIS SHOW OUT WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE AND GOT THE ENERGY TO DANCE A LITTLE DURING THE 2nd SET. LATER DAZED AND CONFUSED...............................
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Submitted by sandit93 on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 08:49

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I just bought the Winterland boxed set, and I was wondering if there is a poster for that as well. If there is please let me know because I am buying it for my husbands birthday. Kind Regards, Sandi Van De Vere sandit93@yahoo.com
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Submitted by marye on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 09:50

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I don't THINK so, but I'll ask.
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Submitted by celticode on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 12:06

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I am new but have no idea where to get help. I was shorted an item with a big order from the store and after many many attempts over the course of a month I can't get anyone with the store to respond to an email or anything. Are there real people working over there and what is a customer to do with a real issue when they won't provide a phone number to use or respond to any email inquiries. Any help to find a live body at the Dead store would be very much appreciated. I hate to give up on them all together and just get a refund from my cc company, but what choice do they leave me. Thank you and happy bird day, Greg
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Submitted by marye on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 13:01

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send me a PM with the order number and reelvant details and I'll pass this to those wo an straighten it out. So sorry for the trouble.
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Submitted by marye on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 18:28

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as we suspected, nope, no poster. Sorry about that!
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Submitted by grdaed73 on Thu, 11/27/2008 - 07:18

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go to archive.org, click on "live music archive" (2nd row of boxes)... look at top bar on page, see "grateful dead", click on that and have fun! i like the "this day in grateful dead history" feature! like the zig-zag man says... enjoy!peace
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Submitted by jdecker on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 10:21

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How do I become eligible for presales?
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Submitted by sheric1969 on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 13:31

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Does anybody now of any good ones in northern NJ?
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Submitted by marye on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 14:17

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presale info will be posted very visibly in due course!
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Submitted by johnman on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 17:29

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$5,000 that they don't need for awhile?
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Submitted by sternicelli on Thu, 01/08/2009 - 07:39

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What's up with the presale for 09. Trying for Denver, do I use this website or ticketbastard?
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Submitted by hoagyx6 on Thu, 01/08/2009 - 08:34

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I am also curious about presale and how to do it. I know how to handle mail order but if I can get them easily throught pre-sale I would rather. Anyone have a scoop on it? Thanks
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Submitted by eboy on Sat, 01/10/2009 - 06:54

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This might not be the place for this question but, if not I would appreciate some direction. I am trying to learn how to be able to get presale tickets? Thanks for any help.
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Submitted by marye on Sat, 01/10/2009 - 17:05

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check the homepage early and often is my best advice.
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Submitted by Germain on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 16:34

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A friend sent me this link for tour tickets. I can not link to it through this site. I also signed up for email notification and have received nothing. The information in this link says they are only accepting money orders. Is this legit or is someone pulling a scam? http://gdtstoo.com/GDTSTOOTheDeadSpring09.html
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Submitted by jdecker on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 16:58

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Seems like a scam to me... I'm going to wait for info on the website
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Submitted by marye on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 17:00

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is legitimate. It's the descendant of Grateful Dead Ticket Service. They're handling the mail order, which is different from the presale.
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Submitted by batcavejoe on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 17:07

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I ahve been using GDTS sine the mid 1980's and never was shut out of a show, they are very legitimite, they have a new addy but Frankie is very good, we will miss Ruby for her love and service for us deadheads!!
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Submitted by flashing on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 18:25

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I am trying to help my boyfriend get a book published, with a fresh spin. He has taken hundreds of amzing photos of fans over the years - and has an impressive and interesting collection to share. We have been told that Jill is in charge of all things related to the band and mechandizing. We would like to get some official endorcement if possible - permission to use lyrics - and maybe even have it offered through the official website if possible. He's not looking to make a fortune on it - just feels it's time the photos got out there for others to appreciate. If anyone knows how to contact Jill, I would really appeciate it. I tried Google, but got no-where. And, if she is not the right person and there is someone else - that name and contact info would be equally appreciated. Thanks a lot! Carmen
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Submitted by marye on Sun, 01/11/2009 - 18:31

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for permissions, licensing, etc., go to the Ice Nine Publishing site, www.iceninepublishing.com If you're looking for Jill personally, you'll probably have better luck on phillesh.net.
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Submitted by Shalooby on Mon, 01/12/2009 - 07:18

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Can anyone tell me exactly what "pre-sale" is all about? Can anyone purchase tix at this time? I've searched for answers to this question and come up empty. The only thing I found is the GDTSTOO site which while legitimate looks like a vendor. Is that the only place to go through to get pre-sale tickets? Thanx.
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Submitted by Dorkian on Mon, 01/12/2009 - 10:14

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how does the pre sale work and what is the best way to purchase tickets. remember I am Canadian eh.
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Submitted by antoine2u2 on Mon, 01/12/2009 - 10:42

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I think this will work for you....http://gdtstoo.com...from that page you can get all the venues and what GDTSTOO will be charging for tickets.......Hope this is not going to be the only option........Even tho this is what we did in tn\the old days...
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Submitted by Grateful Canuck on Mon, 01/12/2009 - 17:59

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Just go to the GDTSTOO site and follow along with the instructions, they even have a u-tube video of the procedure. Lengthy process but like Marye said it's all good, tommorrow is the first day you can mail in, all the letters can not have a post mark before the 13. In the Great White North up here it takes 7 to 10 days by regular mail to reach Cali. So ya gotta send it by Priority post to get it there in time.
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Submitted by pather on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 05:21

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I created an account for the pre-sale, but saw nothing to get an access code - which some info says I need. It's hard to read parts of the instructions cause it's purple print on black background. How do I get an access code and how does the pre-sale work? Please tell me I don't have to go back to mail order and cashiers checks ; ) Help!!!
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Submitted by kristeljack on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 06:23

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I'm also having concerns with the access code....I never got one, so I'm a little nervous....please HELP! Thanks ~kristel
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Submitted by Althea-Terrapi… on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 14:22

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This is really frustrating! After waiting on the puter for hours, while the musictoday.com website was down, finally got on only to find all presale tix for the showz i needed were UNAVAILABLE. So, back to mail order, and their site is down too, as well as busy circuits on phone for them. I miss the days of yore! :)
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Submitted by lookatitright on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 14:43

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I ordered tickets for D.C. and did not need an access code.
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Submitted by irish888 on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 14:46

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Hi, I'm trying to purchase tickets to the May 7th show in Denver. I'm disabled, and I need handicap accessible seating. However, when ordering online, I'm unable to specify my seats. Do you know if there is any mechanism in place to order handicap accessible seating as a part of the pre-sale? Is there a phone number I can call?
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Submitted by lookatitright on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 14:48

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Does anyone know if the D.C. show will be an end stage or a center stage? When you look at the Verizon Center seating chart (from ticketsnow) it shows the center one first, but there is also a link for the end stage. Just curious. I'm going to show up either way!!
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Submitted by marye on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 18:35

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I dunno, but I'm trying to find out.
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Submitted by raspanama on Wed, 01/14/2009 - 20:45

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Dudes, the online pre-sale was a fucking disaster. I played by the rules, took precious time off of work and by the time I was able to log into your system, all seats were sold out. WTF? I want a back stage for me and my lady for free and access to the piles of coke in the VIP room. Isn't there a more adult way to get a decent seat? JFC.
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Thu, 01/15/2009 - 05:21

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My two posts this morning got queued for moderation by the site administration? I assume a snafu...or my name has gotten onto a subversives list.
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Submitted by marye on Thu, 01/15/2009 - 17:12

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only that the spam filter gets excited from time to time for no discernible reason. Many folks have had this experience; it does stop eventually. Meanwhile I'll try to get any snagged posts turned loose asap.
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Submitted by wickeddeadhead on Thu, 01/15/2009 - 20:49

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Hi All!! Been about all things Dead for a long while now...but new to the forum. Just wondering if anyone on here had any thoughts on the Relix magazine? I used to love the magazine back in the day when it had all the art work, fun articles, games and stuff. I gave up my subscription a couple years ago because it seemed I wasn't reading much of the material in it. Just wondering if they made any improvements or added any depth to it the last couple years. Thanks....Have a Grateful night!!
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Fri, 01/16/2009 - 04:14

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Still getting snagged this morning. I'll keep plugging away...
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Submitted by Vairocana on Fri, 01/16/2009 - 04:49

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"Chat Room is open in another window" this means I did a bad joo joo and I was moderated, right. I restarted the cable connex, cleaned up the cookies, and whatever else i thought it could be on my end.......i miss my friends... Thanks for any suggestions.. Vairocana
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Submitted by Vairocana on Fri, 01/16/2009 - 05:41

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in case you need a bit more info... I cannot acess chat and the message that appears is....SEE ABOVE
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Submitted by marye on Fri, 01/16/2009 - 10:00

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If you're still having this problem send me a PM and we'll figure it out. I suspect some maintenance was happening and the chat room was down for a bit; seems to be working okay now. Speak up if the problem persists. Thanks!!
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Submitted by atl_smiles on Sat, 01/17/2009 - 15:03

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Hi, I just wanted to let someone in the Dead Administration know how terrible the online ticket sales service was from a Systems Administrators perspective. I have been working on computers for more than 15 years and with today's technology there is simply no reason an online order should take 45 minutes other than completely incompetent administrators or technical staff. Anyways I am certain that other heads that went the online route had similar gripes - but as someone that knows the tech - that was the worst experience online I have ever had. It needs to be fixed. Sincerely tmcguinness
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Submitted by Moye on Sat, 01/17/2009 - 16:14

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Whats shakin guys,Just curious, what ever happened to the grateful dead almanac?I havent received one of those since 2002, I used to love the artwork in the centerfold (with lyrics) Phatmoye