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Post by OldStokie on May 13, 2014 0:11:38 GMT
My problems at the club last season are well documented on here so I won't bother to repeat them other than to say I'd thrown a Benny and decided to call it a day. But Malcolm Clarke in his SC capacity decided to sort it out. So he contacted Anthony Emmerson of Customer Support - a new post created by the club - and on Monday, after my lad had done the original negotiations because I was still throwing a benny, I had a meeting at Stoke with Anthony. I expected some smarmy bugger, but I was pleasantly surprised. 'Tea with no biscuits' is how I'd describe him. But how else would you describe a young man who's roots are set firmly in the bogs of the Victoria Ground at Hartlepools of all places? In a suit that is. But I wouldn't have expected him to wear a Compo hat like me, and a muffler. But he was polite and he was respectful, and I felt I wasn't eating humble pie for accepting his verbal and written apology on behalf of the club for the way I was treated last season. So I'm sorted and he'd made sure my six season tickets had been locked firmly down before he contacted me. So thank you, Anthony, and you Malcolm. Now I can look forward to next season knowing that both in the ground and on the park, things are much improved in my regard. BTW, Anthony's credentials before he came to Stoke have been grounded in the same job at Middlesborough, where, by all accounts, he did a fantastic job. Now all you have to do, Anthony, is get the Stoke supporters the same as you got the 'Borough supporters... all under 11's in free, and a free pint of beer before every game for every supporter. No pressure. And if Victor Momo on here gets on at you, give me a nod. I can handle him.  OS. Ps. Don't forget my singular Kryptonite Card.  |
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Post by kristoff on May 13, 2014 0:59:30 GMT
Can you add free under 11's but include both physical and mental ages to it  |
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Post by Lakeland Potter on May 13, 2014 4:47:41 GMT
My problems at the club last season are well documented on here so I won't bother to repeat them other than to say I'd thrown a Benny and decided to call it a day. But Malcolm Clarke in his SC capacity decided to sort it out. So he contacted Anthony Emmerson of Customer Support - a new post created by the club - and on Monday, after my lad had done the original negotiations because I was still throwing a benny, I had a meeting at Stoke with Anthony. I expected some smarmy bugger, but I was pleasantly surprised. 'Tea with no biscuits' is how I'd describe him. But how else would you describe a young man who's roots are set firmly in the bogs of the Victoria Ground at Hartlepools of all places? In a suit that is. But I wouldn't have expected him to wear a Compo hat like me, and a muffler. But he was polite and he was respectful, and I felt I wasn't eating humble pie for accepting his verbal and written apology on behalf of the club for the way I was treated last season. So I'm sorted and he'd made sure my six season tickets had been locked firmly down before he contacted me. So thank you, Anthony, and you Malcolm. Now I can look forward to next season knowing that both in the ground and on the park, things are much improved in my regard. BTW, Anthony's credentials before he came to Stoke have been grounded in the same job at Middlesborough, where, by all accounts, he did a fantastic job. Now all you have to do, Anthony, is get the Stoke supporters the same as you got the 'Borough supporters... all under 11's in free, and a free pint of beer before every game for every supporter. No pressure. And if Victor Momo on here gets on at you, give me a nod. I can handle him. OS. Ps. Don't forget my singular Kryptonite Card. Mick, I like the idea of a free beer for every supporter. But, for those under 11s who don't drink (and there are a few!) perhaps a free small packet of fags, or an e cigarette,could be offered instead? PS - I'm glad the new man has the Old Stokie seal of approval - he should march into Scholes' office and demand a pay rise on the strength of it. PPS. I have suggested to Malcolm Clarke and Angela Smith that they process your co-option onto the Supporters' Council ASAP. |
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Post by mcf on May 13, 2014 6:30:08 GMT
Employee in doing his job shocker!!!!
Christ cried!!
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Post by OldStokie on May 13, 2014 6:49:34 GMT
Employee in doing his job shocker!!!! Christ cried!! As against employees not doing their job properly... and Christ was resurrected, you know. Now you shut your fat gob and let me know the date you're playing at The Brit. My Thomas can't wait to see a whale out of water. OS. Edit... Specsavers again. I read you as saying 'christ died'. But I can't be arsed to edit the whole lot.  |
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Post by sheikhmomo on May 13, 2014 6:49:49 GMT
I think that after 151 years of existence, 10 years of Scholes' cuntery and 6 years in the Premier League the fact we have finally employed someone in a customer services role is a positive step. We are truly honoured. Good luck to you 'Boro boy but if Scholes interviewed you and rates you I personally doubt whether you could tie your shoe laces without losing a finger.
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Post by robinreliant on May 13, 2014 6:54:31 GMT
No biscuits ?
It's the thin end of the wedge.
Next it'll be a meeting with no meat in it !
Happy to hear OS is sorted, and hope that this is a sign of the Club and SC using the Oatcake to gauge opinion and make change within the club ?
Well done Malcolm and Anthony Emmerson.
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Post by OldStokie on May 13, 2014 6:54:52 GMT
I think that after 151 years of existence, 10 years of Scholes' cuntery and 6 years in the Premier League the fact we have finally employed someone in a customer services role is a positive step. We are truly honoured. Good luck to you 'Boro boy but if Scholes interviewed you and rates you I personally doubt whether you could tie your shoe laces without losing a finger. Shit! Now the two ogres of The Oatie world have joined the thread. This is like LOTR.  OS. |
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Post by mcf on May 13, 2014 7:07:17 GMT
I think that after 151 years of existence, 10 years of Scholes' cuntery and 6 years in the Premier League the fact we have finally employed someone in a customer services role is a positive step. We are truly honoured. Good luck to you 'Boro boy but if Scholes interviewed you and rates you I personally doubt whether you could tie your shoe laces without losing a finger. Shit! Now the two ogres of The Oatie world have joined the thread. This is like LOTR. OS. would you really have it any other way? psthurs 29th may - i think it's 2pm ko. pps it's just another way of saying 'jesus wept' you thick, old twat! |
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Post by jarvinski on May 13, 2014 7:22:09 GMT
He'll be the busiest bloke at the club
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Post by Kjones9 on May 13, 2014 7:25:06 GMT
I'm outraged.
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Post by sheikhmomo on May 13, 2014 7:53:18 GMT
I would like to have seen the advert for the role;
"Wanted. A deflector for professional shit storm creator, must be super absorbent. All enquiries to T.Scholes"
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Post by dexter97 on May 13, 2014 8:32:39 GMT
Now if he can just get that miserable old scrote in the ticket office sorted out... |
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Post by surreystokie on May 13, 2014 8:38:59 GMT
Well done you Old Codger. Capitals for respect but almost forgot you're younger than me.  Wondered why I hadn't seen you around and now boggle at your choice of season, the best for decades, for temporarily deserting the lads. All is forgiven, however, and am pleased that common sense has prevailed and that you, your Anthony and the jumior troops are still waving the red and white flag. You may be interested to know that I have fleetingly met Anthony Emmerson, who seems a decent fella, with credit to him for managing to look suitably unfazed, when I was introduced. Unlike a certain other employee who, ten years ago, when introducingd myself, as 'Monica Hartland', responded 'Yes, I know'!!!  Even his enemies have got to admit that, as an impromptu response, it said more than could be found in a thesaurus....... It takes all sorts, but well done to everyone at our united club and good luck to A.E., initials which I trust won't be realised as too literal. |
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Post by OldStokie on May 13, 2014 8:48:11 GMT
Shit! Now the two ogres of The Oatie world have joined the thread. This is like LOTR. OS. would you really have it any other way? psthurs 29th may - i think it's 2pm ko. pps it's just another way of saying 'jesus wept' you thick, old twat! Merk... have put the date in my *dairy.  Monica... even I tremble when I see 'the beast-of-Surrey' approaching. Only John-the Squirrel-Hunter is immune, tremble-wise, to your presence, and that's because he's usually on his knees licking your feet.  OS. Ps... I hope Daftbugger dunner see this fred. Pps. *Beast-of-Surrey, I have not missed this season. I've attended quite a few games and am impressed big style by our new style of play. |
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Post by leicspotter on May 14, 2014 17:55:01 GMT
So, pissy slippers and marmalade return to the Brit (if it is still called that next season) and hell hasn't even frozen over The prevailing of common sense and decency, whilst often all to rare, is nonetheless very welcome! So now can you please keep your toys in the pram!?  Seriously, really glad it's all sorted, just a shame it happened in the first place LP |
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Post by MarkWolstanton on May 14, 2014 18:15:23 GMT
My problems at the club last season are well documented on here so I won't bother to repeat them other than to say I'd thrown a Benny and decided to call it a day. But Malcolm Clarke in his SC capacity decided to sort it out. So he contacted Anthony Emmerson of Customer Support - a new post created by the club - and on Monday, after my lad had done the original negotiations because I was still throwing a benny, I had a meeting at Stoke with Anthony. I expected some smarmy bugger, but I was pleasantly surprised. 'Tea with no biscuits' is how I'd describe him. But how else would you describe a young man who's roots are set firmly in the bogs of the Victoria Ground at Hartlepools of all places? In a suit that is. But I wouldn't have expected him to wear a Compo hat like me, and a muffler. But he was polite and he was respectful, and I felt I wasn't eating humble pie for accepting his verbal and written apology on behalf of the club for the way I was treated last season. So I'm sorted and he'd made sure my six season tickets had been locked firmly down before he contacted me. So thank you, Anthony, and you Malcolm. Now I can look forward to next season knowing that both in the ground and on the park, things are much improved in my regard. BTW, Anthony's credentials before he came to Stoke have been grounded in the same job at Middlesborough, where, by all accounts, he did a fantastic job. Now all you have to do, Anthony, is get the Stoke supporters the same as you got the 'Borough supporters... all under 11's in free, and a free pint of beer before every game for every supporter. No pressure. And if Victor Momo on here gets on at you, give me a nod. I can handle him. OS. Ps. Don't forget my singular Kryptonite Card. Stop whining on about problems you old fart and just get behind the team. Nothing else matters as Jez used to remind us. It's time you started showing a bit more gratitude for being allowed in at all to witness that what you could have only dreamed about! |
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Post by Hugh Jorgan on May 14, 2014 18:57:52 GMT
Ok I give in, what happened in the first place?
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Post by basingstokie on May 14, 2014 19:05:39 GMT
Ok I give in, what happened in the first place? I was wondering the same thing |
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Post by Lakeland Potter on May 14, 2014 19:29:26 GMT
Ok I give in, what happened in the first place? I was wondering the same thing Old Stokie has covered it on the Supporters Council minutes thread. Not a particularly exciting incident but very annoying to OS and his family. Basically a cock up by the club in not applying their own rules properly or using any sort of common sense and failing to sort things out until the new man< Anthony Emerson, was alerted to the problem. |
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Post by Mr_DaftBurger on May 14, 2014 22:54:11 GMT
Ps... I hope Daftbugger dunner see this fred. I was unaware you had been blarting about anything so to say your problems* are well documented is bollocks! Anyway as you know I haven't been down Stoke since Pulis came and I'm not coming back** until his name is never mentioned again. Manager of the Year my arse! *If they're medical don't want to know! **I may pop down next season if we buy a mobile striker, Crouch and Walters*** aren't playing and you give me a ticket. Can this Customer Service lackey sort that out too? ***Have a feeling one or both won't be here. |
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2014 23:36:02 GMT
I wish I knew someone who was famous.
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Post by Gods on May 15, 2014 0:18:14 GMT
I was wondering the same thing Old Stokie has covered it on the Supporters Council minutes thread. Not a particularly exciting incident but very annoying to OS and his family. Basically a cock up by the club in not applying their own rules properly or using any sort of common sense and failing to sort things out until the new man< Anthony Emerson, was alerted to the problem. What "Supporters Council Minutes thread" ? Please can someone post a link to it. You can't start a thread about something being put right when no one knows what was wrong in the first place. It's just a nonsense. |
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Post by Deleted on May 15, 2014 1:02:01 GMT
Oh fuck me. Another reason not to get off my sofa. The smell of stale piss and prep h wafting in the breeze. Street urchins kicking a ball outside delilah's and an extended family that makes the clampets look posh ;-) how long before the good ship sails again with the cockwood boy at its helm.
God help us :-)
GD
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Post by Lakeland Potter on May 15, 2014 5:12:24 GMT
Old Stokie has covered it on the Supporters Council minutes thread. Not a particularly exciting incident but very annoying to OS and his family. Basically a cock up by the club in not applying their own rules properly or using any sort of common sense and failing to sort things out until the new man< Anthony Emerson, was alerted to the problem. What "Supporters Council Minutes thread" ? Please can someone post a link to it. You can't start a thread about something being put right when no one knows what was wrong in the first place. It's just a nonsense. Yes, you can. Old Stokie has proved you can! |
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Post by Gods on May 15, 2014 11:12:58 GMT
What "Supporters Council Minutes thread" ? Please can someone post a link to it. You can't start a thread about something being put right when no one knows what was wrong in the first place. It's just a nonsense. Yes, you can. Old Stokie has proved you can! Fair enough Just that right now to the neutral observer this reads like: Something happened, we don't know what, and in the nick of time someone put it right, we don't know how  I'm all for a bit of mystery but it needs at least some crumbs of detail to sustain my interest! |
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Post by eddy on May 15, 2014 11:29:07 GMT
Never heard the expression "throwing a benny" before, but I like it, and will use it in future. In return I offer our antipodean "chucking a wobbly".
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Post by Mr_DaftBurger on May 15, 2014 12:14:30 GMT
Yes, you can. Old Stokie has proved you can! Fair enough Just that right now to the neutral observer this reads like something happened, we don't know what, and far too late someone made it good, we don't know how I'm all for a bit of mystery but it needs at least some crumbs of detail to sustain my interest! First you've got to establish if OldStokie exists! Half the people on here are the alter egos of Fornside. |
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