[TowerTalk] Wench vs Winch

[Terrence R. Redding PH.D.]

Hi guys.

I have appreciated the fun with the name for wench and winch - with winch
being the correct term.

I have been asked to make a presentation to the local club, and submit the
write-up to a club newsletter  - and yes - it is an indication that many are
hard-up for presentations and news - but I would appreciate any feedback
associated with the correct way to recover from a winch failure with the
tower raised.

I will include the definition of wench and winch, I think they will enjoy
the humor at the club - doubt it would play in the newsletter.  At least now
I wont be making that particular spelling or typing error.  But in addition
to the word definition does anyone have comments that I should consider as I
prepare the presentation and article?

Again, as said before, all comments and feedback appreciated.

Terry - W6LMJ


On 12/30/07 9:01 AM, "towertalk-request at contesting.com"
<towertalk-request at contesting.com> wrote:

> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 30 Dec 2007 10:30:39 -0500
> From: Martin Ewing AA6E <aa6e at ewing.homedns.org>
> Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Wench vs Winch
> To: Towertalk List <towertalk at contesting.com>
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> N7KA at comcast.net wrote:
>> Wench    (definition)   1. A young woman: derogatory term.  2. A servant.
>> 
>> 
>> Winch    (definition)    1. A crank with a handle used to transmit motion  2.
>> A machine, for hoisting or pulling,with a cylinder on which a chain or rope
>> tied to a load is wound.
>> 
>> These definitions from The Pocket Webster School & Office Dictionary I keep
>> in the shack.
>> 
>> Arne N7KA
> Towertalk: Your one-stop source for grammar, vocabulary, and antenna info.
> 
> I try not to comment when I see language errors in ham radio
> discussions, as long as the meaning is clear.  Use the energy to support
> your local school system!
> 
> Happy new year to all
> 
> 73,
> Martin AA6E