Monthly Archives: February 2009

Mark Your Calendars: March 4 is National Grammar Day!

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Jeff Puthuff

The Society for the Promotion of Good Grammar (SPOGG) is a kindred spirit in the War on Error. In their own words, “SPOGG is for people appalled by bad grammar in public spaces. The blog calls out goofs by celebrities, … Continue reading →

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Oh, AP . . . Thank You!

Posted on February 26, 2009 by Jeff Puthuff

You fixed “muddy farmer’s field” but left “smashing into three pieces.” Smashed into three pieces of what?

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"Do You Speak American?"

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Jeff Puthuff

I’ve always loved Public Broadcasting System (PBS). From “This Old House” to “Antiques Roadshow” to “NOVA,” there’s usually something interesting on the schedule. A new (to me) program—”Do You Speak American”—takes a look at the different ways that Americans speak … Continue reading →

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What Does This Mean?

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Jeff Puthuff

My condolences to the Camerons. And to this story’s writer(s).

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Publishing a Blog Exposes You to a World of Criticism

Posted on February 23, 2009 by Jeff Puthuff

On 3 February, I posted on The Truth About Cars a piece informing the site’s visitors that I wished to create a style guide for that site. I wanted to know what certain terms visitors thought we should use in … Continue reading →

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