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QUOTE(Milkman delivers @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 02:10 PM) Well, my Armenian cousin once bought a churro at the park while standing next to JR. He claims that JR and KW did indeed try to contact Frank. POTM.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 02:26 PM) Maybe, maybe not. I don't much care. I would rather wear the name of a class act on my back, vs some of the two bit ass clowns we used to seem to breed on the southside... Pfffttt... Baj has a BIG mouth too. :rolly

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/obit_weaver;_yl...zkxBHNlYwN0bQ-- LOS ANGELES - Dennis Weaver, the slow-witted deputy Chester Goode in the TV classic western "Gunsmoke" and the New Mexico deputy solving New York crime in "McCloud," has died. The actor was 81. Weaver died of complications from cancer Friday at his home in Ridgway, in southwestern Colorado, his publicist Julian Myers said. Weaver was a struggling actor in Hollywood in 1955, earning $60 a week delivering flowers when he was offered $300 a week for a role in a new CBS television series, "Gunsmoke." By the end of his nine years with "Gunsmoke," he was earning $9,000 a week. When Weaver first auditioned for the series, he found the character of Chester "inane." He wrote in his 2001 autobiography, "All the World's a Stage," that he said to himself: "With all my Actors Studio training, I'll correct this character by using my own experiences and drawing from myself." The result was a well-rounded character that appealed to audiences, especially with his drawling, "Mis-ter Dil-lon." At the end of seven hit seasons, Weaver sought other horizons. He announced his departure, but the failures of pilots for his own series caused him to return to "Gunsmoke" on a limited basis for two more years. The role brought him an Emmy in the 1958-59 season. In 1966, Weaver starred with a 600-pound black bear in "Gentle Ben," about a family that adopts a bear as a pet. The series was well-received, but after two seasons, CBS decided it needed more adult entertainment and cancelled it. Next came the character Sam McCloud, which Weaver called "the most satisfying role of my career." The "McCloud" series, 1970-1977, juxtaposed a no-nonsense lawman from Taos, N.M., onto the crime-ridden streets of New York City. His wild-west tactics, such as riding his horse through Manhattan traffic, drove local policemen crazy, but he always solved the case. He appeared in several movies, including "Touch of Evil," "Ten Wanted Men," "Gentle Giant," "Seven Angry Men," "Dragnet," "Way ... Way Out" and "The Bridges at Toko-Ri." Weaver also was an activist for protecting the environment and combating world hunger. He served as president of Love Is Feeding Everyone (LIFE), which fed 150,000 needy people a week in Los Angeles County. He founded the Institute of Ecolonomics, which sought solutions to economic and environmental problems. He spoke at the United Nations and Congress, as well as to college students and school children about fighting pollution and starvation. "Earthship" was the most visible of Weaver's crusades. He and his wife Gerry built a solar-powered Colorado home out of recycled tires and cans. The thick walls helped keep the inside temperature even year around. "When the garbage man comes," Jay Leno once quipped, "how does he know where the garbage begins and the house ends?" Weaver responded: "If we get into the mindset of saving rather than wasting and utilizing other materials, we can save the Earth." The tall, slender actor came by his Midwestern twang naturally. He was born June 4, 1924, in Joplin, Mo., where he excelled in high school drama and athletics. After Navy service in World War II, he enrolled at the University of Oklahoma and qualified for the Olympic decathlon. He studied at the Actors Studio in New York and appeared in "A Streetcar Named Desire" opposite Shelley Winters and toured in "Come Back, Little Sheba" with Shirley Booth. Universal Studio signed Weaver to a contract in 1952 but found little work for him. He freelanced in features and television until he landed "Gunsmoke." Weaver appeared in dozens of TV movies, the most notable being the 1971 "Duel." It was a bravura performance for both fledgling director Steven Spielberg and Weaver, who played a driver menaced by a large truck that followed him down a mountain road. The film was released in theaters in 1983, after Spielberg had become director of huge moneymakers. Weaver's other TV series include "Kentucky Jones," "Emerald Point N.A.S.," "Stone" and "Buck James." From 1973 to 1975, he served as president of the Screen Actors Guild. Weaver is survived by his wife; sons Rick, Robby and Rusty; and three grandchildren.

Whatever the hell it is... it's scaarrryyy to watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGTl6tgVEFw&eurl=

QUOTE(White Sox Josh @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 12:46 PM) i know somebody whose friends with one of the minority share holders. He is from Israel I think. He said that Kenny made no attempt but JR did want to bring him back but wanted medical information first. Kenny made no attempt to see how he was doing. :rolly I hate Kenny, and would do nothing to defend him... but this is absolutely not true.

QUOTE(White Sox Josh @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 12:40 PM) that is what i have been trying to tell people. Kenny made no attempt at bringing him back or even checking on his health. It was pretty much a "don't let the door hit you on your way out" kind of thing. Source...?

QUOTE(Flash Tizzle @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:59 AM) Alright, this discussion is becoming too light hearted for my tastes. LMAO!!!

QUOTE(whitesoxfan101 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:36 AM) I'm aware Frank is a nice guy off the field and Sammy isn't. But in terms of how they talk and what you see from them through the media, there is very little (if any) difference between the two. I wouldn't even go that far. Media comments towards their previous teams, yes. But Frank is stellar with the media on things not concerning a contract or his relationship with Kenny. Charities, the roid hearings, fans... Frank can say no wrong when dealing with those things. He's going to be an awesome ambassador once he retires.

QUOTE(TheBigHurt @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:24 AM) You had to kill it Sorry.

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:22 AM) I'll rip him until he keeps his mouth shut. Until then, I will continue to pad my post totals taking shots at the Big Skirt. :rolly

QUOTE(TheBigHurt @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:20 AM) Imagine what Crazy Carl would be saying if he was still here My guess would be nothing.

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:20 AM) In related news, Frank Thomas is no longer a part of the Chicago White Sox. And personally, I couldn't be happier. Have fun on the DL big guy. Finally.. after the 38,436th time you've said so.. I think I'm starting to believe you.

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:16 AM) The Herd and GM Kevin Towers of the the Padres just put their stamp of approval on Kenny doing what he had to do. The Herd made the great point of rarely do you see a GM with enough guts to call out a star player who publicly rips an organization. He applauded KW for doing this. In fact he played KW's comments a couple of times. Towers, a good friend of KW, said that KW is a competitor and has heard enough from Frank. Good stuff. Oh cute... a playground fight.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 11:07 AM) This needs to stop NOW. Sure does... Remember the finger wagging guy...? Apparently Kenny needs a refresher.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:58 AM) In a related note, this is Chris Widgers last year with the team... Take that to the bank..

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:54 AM) LMAO, that didn't take long now did it... http://www.soxtalk.com/forums/index.php?sh...dpost&p=1051698

QUOTE(Al Lopez's Ghost @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:50 AM) Just now Joe Cowley of the SunTimes was on the Score. He said that last night Frank called Kenny and Frank said his words were twisted. Kenny told Frank you better calm this stuff down, because if it gets worse, Kenny will lay into him with more behind the scenes things Kenny knows about. Cowley said he got this from Kenny this morning. I'd LOVE to see Kenny try to pull some s***... Love, love, love to... Frank could, and I pray would, bury Kenny's ass with scandle. Kenny's got some major skeletons in his closet.

QUOTE(vandy125 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:45 AM) Thanks, I sent you a PM, we can talk about it there if you wish rather than start a big ole messy thread argument (I hate those). I responded. Pretty much the same thing I said above. I just think this matter can be discussed without getting to deep into personal specifics. JMO, of course.

QUOTE(vandy125 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:38 AM) Balta is a good poster who states what he thinks and I respect that. If he wants to say that its his own business, he has that right and should go ahead. Nice cover.

QUOTE(vandy125 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:38 AM) Way to completely change the topic. I know that you will probably go off on me, but a lot of personal opinions are given, especially in this forum. I was trying to make a counterpoint to his argument about them not being able to survive on their own. Just because of that we were not calling it killing or murder or whatever. Suddenly the issue turns into "its all a matter of personal opinion and no one can tell anyone else anything." Once you start saying that, how is it possible to say anything of consequence? If he wants to say that its his own business, he has that right and should go ahead. Why would I go off on you...? And I changed the topic? What business is it of yours, mine, anyone's, on when life begins to him, you, me, etc, etc.. ? How is that - his PERSONAL belief - relevant to the argument? From what I have read of Balta's comments.. his stance is pretty clear without giving any further details.

QUOTE(greasywheels121 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:37 AM) I could see it happening. We'll just have to wait and see. I wish I could agree... If Frank doesn't play (or play well) reporters are going to egg him on... i.e.. "the Sox (Kenny) were right to get rid of you, eh..?" I almost want to wager there will be more s*** slinging.

QUOTE(greasywheels121 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:32 AM) Sounds good to me. As I have said repeatedly, I'm not saying Frank's right in this situation. He's wrong too, but some people love to s*** on Frank any opportunity they get. I find it kind of pathetic. On this matter, I agree he should STFU also.

QUOTE(greasywheels121 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:29 AM) If all his teammates hated him for 16+ years, do you honestly believe they would've put up with it? There's some obvious exaggerating going on here. I'd have a hard time believing the franchise would put up with such an asshole/cancer for that long, if he was as bad as a select few are saying. Because as so many of you have said, the team comes first. If he was so awful, they would've done something much sooner. When there's nothing concrete to b**** about... make s*** up.

QUOTE(vandy125 @ Feb 27, 2006 -> 10:21 AM) We have people hooked up to respirators that are incapable of surviving on their own, but do have the potential to live if their body can heal. Wouldn't pulling the plug on them be considered murder? Those "embryos" do have the potential for life, and we are effectively pulling the plug on them. We are taking a step to destroy life. So, at what point does it become murder for you? Why is that anyone's business but his own?

Ray.. Bob.. same difference.