26th of foot

The above cannot be true. Stuart Cosgrove has spoken, O'Halloran will not join Rangers. He will leave Saints in the summer for an English Championship side for circa £750,000. Of course, Stuart has two Rangers supporting pals, season ticket holders for quarter of a century. However, both ceased to attend Ibrox five years past, because they don't believe Rangers are the same club. Just like Graham, Stuart will be naming them?

Okay Robbie, I'll bite. When John McGuire, owner of Phoenix Honda decided to remove several pages of full page, full colour advertising(three days of each week) in protest at the Daily Record printing the headline, 'Thugs and Thieves', what did you write? Remember, Sellik players chased, and ran down a reporter and photographer during their Christmas night out in Newcastle? They stripped the snapper of his most expensive equipment and lobbed it into the river. Hence, 'Thugs and Thieves'. McGuire exercised his right and went further, he transferred the entire advertising budget to Radio Snyde on a five year deal. McGuire was delighted that the then Chief Execuitive of the station was former Sellik PRO(when did he ever cease) and stated, "delighted to invest in a Celtic friendly environment". I would wager that as a man of principle, you penned a hard hitting article in support of your fellow NUJ members, didn't you?

Oh Graham, you protest too much. Often, you remind what's left of your readership/listenership that you completed a degree in Divinity/Theology at St Andrews. There may have been a calling; but a constant failure to tell the truth(remember Klinsmanns a Klansman) and a desire to perform the act of fingering your organ live on TV(twice), ensures ridicule is your fate. Return to tertiary education, look for a red brick edifice providing a course on 'Indignation'. Demand Monday morning lectures on, 'I was nearly quite important'.

There appears to be a bit of momentum building on off field matters. Obtaining a few favourable verdicts in court and a Spiers apology. Earlier this week, I noted Phil McFournames had to delete his blog page, due to Spurs objections. Apparently, Phil claimed a mate had attended an official Spurs Q and A including Oduwa. He claimed said mate was appalled at Oduwa's revelations of his time in Glasgow. He had to move hotel three times, often had to pay cash for food at hotels because hotels were not confident they would receive payment on account, the training facilities were run down, .................. etc. The thing is the supposed Spurs Q and A did not take place, let alone Oduwa spouting off. It's what we are up against day and daily. Michael Stewart utilises his column to offer Warburton will be reconsidering his position because of the club's failure to secure O'Halloran's transfer. Kris Boyd piles in, the usual suspects reinforce the trend, and suddenly another fire has to be dealt with.

Yesterday's perceived wisdom on BBC Radio Scotland reference O'Halloran, by the usual suspects. Cosgrove believes Rangers have unsettled the player and St Johnstone should table a bid of £50,000 for Waghorn. Remember, Jum Spence proclaimed both Rangers bids, "a joke". Further, Cosgrove is of the opinion that O'Halloran will continue his career down south. During the Dundee United/Killie game, Allan Preston on hearing Saints equaliser at ra Stydome and O'Halloran's involvement, was more strident, "right, Saints must tell Rangers, you have until noon Monday to make your last bid. Saints and Tommy have an extremely important game next week against Hibs and they need to prepare without constant unsettling interference from Rangers". Quite a statement from Tannadice on events elsewhere. Fingers have been pointed, Rangers are het again. The thing is, the leaks on both bids, timings and levels have emanated from St Johnstone. Both broadcast and print media are complaining loudly that Warburton continues to utilise the word 'respect' and will NOT talk about any player until he has signed for Rangers. Thus, Saints have unsettled their own player. Facts and degrees of comfort being exhibited by the usual suspects?

As we know, Ashley has a couple of cases pending against the SFA. The perceived legal wisdom is he will lose both cases. I wonder how close big Mike is from being the recipient of a contempt order for vexatious litigation?

PhilCo told us that Big Mick's tanks were parked on the Ibrox lawn. I do hope those 80 ton behemoths are equipped with reverse gears? Still, the usual suspects can assist by resorting to crowd funding to provide Big Mick with the means to get a dozen low loaders down to Edmiston Drive.

I had a two hour drive beginning before noon on Saturday, rescuing a family member from Carlisle. I passed the Lamington viaduct twice and could see for myself; just as well, as the Scottish Transport Minister, Derek McKay appears to have an aversion to imparting full information reference bridges. Anyways, Cosgrove and Cowan were on and announced Jum Spence was their guest, seeking greater employment. Amazing, in his last six months at Pacific Quay, Jum refused to cross the Tay bridge, Apparently, Jum was in a state of high alarm and confined his reports to the Dens/Tannadice/Station park triangle. The first ten minutes confirmed Jum's vicTIMhood, Cosgrove informed the listenership that both the Sons of Struth and Rangersmedia lined up either side of Jum, to fire at him. We were not informed as to what was being fired. Finding himself swimming in soothing, comfortable waters, Jum warmed his intent and offered, "Stuart, you know me? I am leftist in my politics, a nationalist with broad shoulders, a libertarian. Offensive chanting doesn't bother me, water off a ducks back". Now, I am lifting from BBC Scotland's own amplification of an incident in Jum's own village. Jum was out of an evening with his wife when a teenage Rangers supporter(evidence) began shouting at Jum from across the road. Jum was interviewed by a news colleague and told of his state of heightened alarm. He reported the incident to the Police. I don't know if the investigation has arrived at a conclusion? Maybe the next time Stuart is lunching with the Lord Advocate, he can enquire on the listenerships' behalf, in between mouthfuls of succulent lamb of course. Again, given Jum's statement reference libertarianism and broad shoulders, he appears to have pushed the national socialist button in tolerance of a teenage Bear standing across the road. Finally, Jum was continually anxious to flash his job seeking credentials and his answer to the question theme of the show, 'what wouldn't you do'? Petty and ill-informed is Off the Ball's strapline, it should be changed to scripted and rehearsed, "I couldn't continue to support United if they went into administration. I take the Fergus McCann line on humiliation, it would be too much, I would be off to watch Lochee Harp". This, a few months after Cosgrove told us he has two long term mates who are Rangers supporters, and were season ticket holders for in excess of twenty years. However, they have not seen Rangers these last five years because they recognise that they are NOT the same club. Tune in next Saturday for further Pacific Quay fantasies.

It was a compiled report, thus it was okayed for broadcast by the News Editor. Find out who is the News Editor that allowed a subjective report to go out, and bring the necessary pressure to bear.

His report for BBC Scotland news was subjective. His voice over highlights sectarian singing at a recent Rangers game, footage shows Rangers against Hibs on the 28th December. Further, he highlights growing concerns on pyrotechnics, footage shows ra Sellik at Stranraer. He interviews Alloa's Mike Mulraney on strict liability and to be fair, Peter's protege neatly sidesteps Scrote. Chris ends with a quote from Nil By Mouth and a promise that the Scottish Parliament will ride to the rescue.

Ah, so says the man who reveled in his ten year Sellik park nickname, 'PROVO'!

Ah, the story goes; after the war, James Bowie was on his Jack Jones in Brixton. He endured the darkness of an evening in an Anderson shelter with a local waitress, called Peggy. If you play Ziggy Stardust backwards, you can here Bowie proclaim, 'I am a Brixton Billy Boy'.

Charles of Normandy should be ordered to submit.

It's a well known fact in deepest, darkest Lanarkshire that David Bowie was the lovechild of former Rangers player and Director, James Bowie.

Travis was the real deal Scott is a real Bear. The Royal Marine connection is strange, most of them are excused boots. Take several hot soapy showers each day, share a hot hammock, buckle your swash, and you get to wear a green rag on your napper. Add luster to the venture by including a few Paras in the team. All the best mate, I hope at least one of the bootnecks remains with you at Fort William.

He was number one around the globe with, 'Ranger on the Shore'. Kenny Ball and his Jazz men RSC.

Ah, the charms of Ershur!

Oh fcuk, any Yahoo sub-Editor will be delighted. Rangers supporter proclaims preference for beer brewed by WILLIAM Bros. Still, I suppose, 'we're up to our ears in William Bros beers' has a certain ring.

Remember, 'Thugs and Thieves'? A most successful Sellik under MON took action against the Daily Record's front page headline, 'Thugs and Thieves'. The players' Christmas night out was held in Newcastle, the Record sent both a reporter and snapper to cover expected events of super hero costumes and high jinx. They caught several married Bhoys in a well known singles bar, and began taking photos. Spotted, they were chased for several hundred yards, caught, threatened, and the camera was destroyed. Hence, 'Thugs and Thieves'. Over the ensuing week, the Record was banned, the Editor was told his future was behind him, and the culminating blow came from big, big Sellik supporter, John McGuire. He owned Phoenix Honda and he pitched up on the front page of the Sun to proclaim his company would withdraw all advertising from the Record. This consisted of over a dozen full colour pages, three times per week. Further, he was transferring all advertising revenues to a more Sellik friendly environment at Radio Snyde. I agree with Bluedell, this particular incident is hardly the straw to act on, and I am most wary of banning any of the fourth estate, even Scrote. Rather, draw them out on to your ground and publicaly cut the legs from them, particularly persistent offenders. Yesterday, Chris McLaughlin got himself into a most uncomfortable tangle in attempting to avoid uttering Sellik and sectarian chanting in the same sentence. It should be pointed out that dearest Chris did NOT seek/provide a quote from Nil by Mouth in the Stranraer story, and did NOT personally demand action. In fact, Chris was of the opinion that he could NOT see how an independent judicial panel could arrive at a conclusion on Sellik supporters and sectarian chanting. Chris was most sure that the SPFL Board could deal effectively with Rangers supporters.

I was given Craig Houston's tome as a Christmas present and read it in one session on Thursday. Even an interested Bear would find it difficult to list the names of those that 'served' on the club Board these last five years. Further, the list of connected companies is just as, if not more confusing. What is becoming clear, almost without exception; is that slowly but surely, they will end up in front of m'learned gentlemen. This is not a book review, but for me, the book serves as a timely aide-memoire. I can tick off both characters and companies.

............... and yet, our separated brethren continue to lionise, 'Big Mick'. I can see 'Big Mick' following in the wake of Robert Maxwell and becoming a hazard to navigation. Sooner, rather than later would be preferable.

Yep, 'where's Chris' rivals 'where's Wally' these days. Fortunately, Chris answers all questions on his own website : chris@apyoorhaterangers.co Here's a snippet from an in depth interview awarded to BBC Scotland's doyen of hard hitting interviewer, Chic Young. Chico ; Hi Chris. Chris : Hail hail. Chico : The station is constantly inundated by Rangers supporters complaining about your lack of objectivity? Chris : Here's a line from my favourite tune, 'ah don't care what the animals say'. Chico : Your sister Connie sounds bitter, is she bitter? Chris : I am always really careful what I say about Connie, she is my sister, but also my Maw. Chico : what punishment should Rangers face on these charges of sectarian chanting? Chris : Watching my former colleague, Jim Spence seated naked on Stephen Thompson's lap whilst feeding him peeled grapes, is a warm memory. In this light, Rangers should be denied promotion and Dundee United keep their place in the Premiership. Chico : There isn't a subjective bone in your body? Chris : you can't say fairer than that.

If it's okay, I am willing to take on the match preview for Morton at Cappielow on the 25th January?

I hope the Lord Advocate will urge the PF to encourage the Police further in this matter.

Night follows day. Rangers win a BIG game and suddenly the story is all about sectarian chanting, or opposition fans being pelted with sectarian coins, bottles, and pies. The club remains in a position of weakness on this; if only a significant element of our support would wise up and sing, 'up to our eyes in Spiersy's lies', 'up to our knees in trophies', ........... etc. If, and it's a Big 'IF', we could turn this on the four or five other clubs up to their knees in Ayr United blood, Arab blood, Hibee blood, ................. etc. Get smart.