User talk:Icaldonta

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Icaldonta (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

Your reason here Hi there, I had this account for years, I didn't know that contribution history was public until recently. In an attempt to mask this, I added '-' on a load of random pages and then removed it. Wikipedia picked this up as vandalism, though this wasn't my intention at all. I would then use different accounts for all of my different interests, hence the sockpuppeting. I never meant for any of this to happen. Please consider my account for unblock. I have a lot of history of constructive edits.

Decline reason:

What you are describing is vandalism. Your claim to set up multiple accounts, one for each interest, is bizarre. I can't tell if you are trolling with that excuse or if you really believe us to expect that's a reasonable thing to do. Yamla (talk) 10:43, 29 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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Icaldonta (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

Thank you for taking the time to reply to my unblock request. I understand that using multiple accounts like this is unconventional, though please understand my rationale. Recently, I have taken my online privacy very seriously, which includes my digital footprint. The rationale behind using multiple accounts stems from the concern that if people are aware of my individual interests on the same account, they will be able to trace back all of the interests (such as edits to places in town, for example) and find out my identity. I did not know that contribution history was public until recently, so using multiple accounts was purely a measure to attempt to protect my privacy in this sense. If this is a cause for concern, I am happy to revert to using the singular account again. Please understand that it was purely a cursory measure that I was taking. I would like to highlight that the response above does not take into consideration the many years of constructive edits across my accounts, which I would welcome an administrator to view. I fully accept that editing random pages with '-' and instantly removing them to mask the first few pages of my contribution history was wrong, and I was cease to do this ever again going forward and apologise for doing it in the first place. Please review the constructive history across my accounts, and I would really appreciate it if at least one of my accounts is made available for editing again. Many thanks. Icaldonta (talk) 17:47, 29 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Decline reason:

I am declining your unblock request because it does not address the reason for your block, or because it is inadequate for other reasons. To be unblocked, you must convince the reviewing administrator(s) that

the block is not necessary to prevent damage or disruption to Wikipedia, or
the block is no longer necessary because you
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3. will make useful contributions instead.

Please read the guide to appealing blocks for more information. UtherSRG (talk) 15:06, 9 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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Icaldonta (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

Thank you for taking the time to review my unblock request again, in addition to the comments made above, I completely understand what I have been blocked for. I accept my mistake and I will not damage or disrupt Wikipedia should I be unblocked again and I will make useful contributions. Since my block, I have made a list of articles that I would like to improve. I understand the error of my ways and I am hoping to return to Wikipedia where I will be constructive going forward.

Decline reason:

Rephrasing the instructions back at us is not convincing. If you understand why you were blocked, then explain it instead of saying "trust me, bro, I know the answer to this question". NinjaRobotPirate (talk) 19:04, 11 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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Icaldonta (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

In the most respectful way, I hope you can understand that the appeal comment on the October 2023 unblock request from UtherSRG used the phrase "does not address the reason for your block, or because it is inadequate for other reasons". This phrase using the word "or" does not specifically clarify what is being misunderstood, and comes across to me as vague. I hope you understand that for me to convince you, I need to understand what "inadequate for other reasons" specifically means, and what is not being understood. In addition to my comments made above, following my ban, I have read Wikipedia's policies regarding sock-puppeting and fully understand Wikipedia's rationale as to why this is not permitted. I have also read Wikipedia's policies regarding vandalism as well. I believe I have established that I did not know I was engaging in vandalism at the time, but on reflection I now fully understand and will not engage in this behaviour going forward. I can confidently say the same regarding the sock-puppeting. I also encourage whoever is reviewing this to view my years and years of constructive edits prior to the block. I am very happy to add further clarification, but for this to happen please let me know what you are not understanding, if the October 2023 appeal and subsequent half of this appeal request has not addressed this. Thank you.

Decline reason:

I value clarity and conciseness myself. Please describe concisely and clearly how your edits merited a block, what you would do differently, and what constructive edits you would make. Please read Wikipedia's Guide to appealing blocks for more information. Thanks-- Deepfriedokra (talk) 06:56, 22 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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Icaldonta (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

I want to make clear that the reason for my block was justified, as I fully accept that I engaged in Vandalism. From reviewing the Vandalism page (in full), I have since learned about Sandbox. This was the appropriate place for my edits live the one I was blocked for, and not on live articles, therefore I know now I can use this going forward. In addition to this, I have also reviewed Sockpuppeting. I completely accept why this is not allowed on Wikipedia, that my other accounts can remain blocked, going forward I will solely use the one 'icaldonta' account. The use of multiple accounts was purely for my benefit in terms of segregating my edits, and was in no way intended to deceive Wikipedia. I am perfectly happy to revert to just 'icaldonta'. The constructive edits I wish to engage in going forward are mainly business-related which is one of my interests.

Accept reason:

Per talk. You are welcome. And, welcome back. -- Deepfriedokra (talk) 21:26, 23 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

@Widr: Meh. OK, is it OK to unblock?-- Deepfriedokra (talk) 13:19, 22 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

PS, I'd be very careful about edits in the sandbox, or even your user sandbox. It is intended for practice edits only.

Ok. Widr (talk) 20:01, 23 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks to both of you, and note taken from Deepfriedokra regarding sandbox Icaldonta (talk) 20:51, 23 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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This is clearly written two-sentence stub with 6 references (5 independent of the source) that is a good starting stub from which a fleshed-out article can develop. Adding more, even from the existing sources, would be a good way to develop it.

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please discuss adding that info in the appropriate talk page instead of edit warring over it

thanks cogsan _{(nag me) (stalk me)} 15:52, 5 November 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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Questions about James Pringle Weavers

Hi there! Thank you for posting the article about James Pringle Weavers. UK culture is so interesting, and even what might seem minor often is very worthwhile to learn about. That makes this article definitely worth fleshing out.

As a reader of your article, I have some questions and finding the answers might improve it a little. I really hope you don't feel pestered, but the Industrial Revolution in the UK is such an interesting thing! I've searched Google and I don't see websites that talk about the company unless they're trying to flog woolens or tours.

First and foremost, I respect your privacy. Is there a way you can protect that and still tell me how you came to know about James Pringle Weavers? Do you work for them? Do you live nearby, or does everyone in the UK just know about them? I don't mean to pry; understanding how you know about them might help me figure out how to learn more about them.

James Pringle Weavers was founded in 1789. They apparently didn't sell tweed and tartan to the general public for at least 150 years or so, right? What were they doing in the interim? Where can I find information on this?

What does "rescued from administration" mean? Is that what we in the U.S. call "rescued from bankruptcy?"

So many questions, I'm embarrassing myself and hoping you don't feel harrassed... Oona Wikiwalker (talk) 01:04, 11 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hi there,

I do not know much about it, just building The Edinburgh Woollen Mill's pages on here.

Thanks for your interest! Icaldonta (talk) 10:10, 11 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Reinstatement of removed PROD tag

Hello @Icaldonta. Please undo your reinstatement of the PROD on Norton Group Holdings. My removal is an objection to the proposed deletion which permanently cancels the proposed deletion via PROD, as stated in the WP:PROD procedures. If you still want the article deleted the next step is to put it up at WP:AfD. Similar content on The Range (retailer) doesn't necessarily mean that article is the most apt redirect. Thanks. Rupples (talk) 18:48, 13 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Done. Please let me know thoughts. Cheers. Icaldonta (talk) 20:31, 13 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you. My thinking is that Norton Group Holdings is in essence Chris Dawson - technically through ownership his wife - but he's the sole driving force. There's no external shareholders and he's the sole director, which makes it different to most top holding companies. Not saying my alternative redirect target will prevail, may well not, but thought it an option worth considering. Noticed you created the article but now seek its deletion - may I ask why? Rupples (talk) 21:29, 13 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

I created the article because I thought The Range was The Range Home & Gardens plc, on further inspection, it is actually CDS (Superstores International) Limited, as per The Range's website's terms and conditions and privacy policy. Wilko sits underneath CDS (S.I.) Limited.

Norton is the complete owner, but that is only of CDS. It just seems to make sense we just have The Range / CDS. Icaldonta (talk) 00:39, 14 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, while Norton is mentioned most of the public wouldn't have heard of it as like CDS it's not public facing, which explains why the articles always refer to The Range/Chris Dawson. Nonetheless, Norton is the top holding company of the Group so a redirect is a good option. Anyway, thanks for opening the AfD. Rupples (talk) 01:48, 14 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]