[Rhodes22-list] Rhodes Burgee Update

[Michael D. Weisner]

The estate of Dr. Seuss has recalled all works that reference goats or boats or things that float.

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From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of Chris Geankoplis
Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 10:08 AM
To: The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes Burgee Update

I like the new design, I think it is quite fine. I’d like it on my boat I’d like it on a goat. I think it would look nice on anything that would float.
Ted Geisel (apologies to)
Eno-Seuss

On Thu, Mar 4, 2021 at 4:47 PM Joe Dempsey <joedempsey at hughes.net> wrote:

> Okay, guys, I need your understanding (and sympathy). In talking with 
> the flag shop, The Burgee Shoppe.com, our choice of design ran into a 
> glitch and I think we should modify the design.  The design that we 
> voted on(first
> picture) had a white border on the perimeter of the blue triangle, 
> showing a bit of blue on the edge. The maker says that the blue edge 
> would have to be one half inch. This would impede on the rest of the 
> flag and need to reduce the size of the "R22" logo/font. I sent them a 
> quick modification that does two things: The original design with the 
> white border looks smaller because the white border blends into the 
> sky background and 2, actually makes the burgee stand out better. The 
> woman on the phone said she actually liked it better.
>
> This is the only supplier I found that would let us order 
> individually, but we have to give them a commitment of at least 25. In 
> doing so, a setup fee is waived. They haven't said anything about a 
> deposit (yet!) so we're counting on everybody to step it up. They have 
> quoted us $24.00 per flag but I don't have shipping terms yet.
>
> We have commitments from List Members for 38 burgees so far. I notice 
> that a number of you plan to purchase 2 burgees, as I do. I plan to 
> frame one for my den. If anyone wants to increase their order, let me 
> know.
>
> My question for The List: Does the new design meet with your approval?
>
> Please ONLY RESPOND if you DO NOT approve do not want the new design 
> OR if you want to ADD AN ADDITIONAL BURGEE to your commitment.
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