Author Topic: Sending postcards by General Delivery to Ennis in Riverton, WY. (Read 39554 times)

bokano · « **on:** Mar 01, 2006, 11:23 PM »

I am just thinking of sending a post card by "general delivery" to Ennis in Riverton. Maybe it will get on news coverage if there are many enough sending out theirs.......

Riverton Postcard Campaign

Ennis Del Mar
General Delivery
Riverton, Wyoming 82501

Please join others to mail this postcard as general delivery to Ennis Del Mar.

ethan · « **Reply #1 on:** Mar 01, 2006, 11:25 PM »

Quote from: bokano on Mar 01, 2006, 11:23 PM

I am just thinking of sending a post card by "general delivery" to Ennis in Riverton. Maybe it will get on news coverage if there are many enough sending out theirs.......

Hello bokano, welcome and thanks for your first post. Can you please elaborate the details?

Cowboy Cody · « **Reply #2 on:** Mar 01, 2006, 11:33 PM »

Can you imagine the post office in Riverton, getting a postcard from each member here addressed to
Ennis Del Mar
General Delivery
Riverton, Wyoming
82501

That is the correct zip code for Riverton by the way.

They'd have a herd!

bokano · « **Reply #3 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 06:39 PM »

Quote from: ethan on Mar 01, 2006, 11:25 PM

Quote from: bokano on Mar 01, 2006, 11:23 PM
I am just thinking of sending a post card by "general delivery" to Ennis in Riverton. Maybe it will get on news coverage if there are many enough sending out theirs.......

Hello bokano, welcome and thanks for your first post. Can you please elaborate the details?

Hi. ehtan.

Here is my thought. Since BBM will win the best film (It must win, and I am sure it will win!

). journalists and reporters may need some interesting follow-up stories about this film. I plan to find a cheap but interesting way of making a story for them while at the same time showing my thanks to BBM.

I am thinking of sending a postcard to Ennis Del Mar by general delivery to Riverton, Wyoming, just as what Jack had done in the movie. Imagine the scene - postoffice in Riverton are overwhelmed by tons of postcards sent to Ennis Del Mar. It must be very exciting and will be an interesting story for journalists. It only costs me less than 50 cents to get on news coverage. Worth it.

We can say anything on the postcard about our feelings toward this movie. Or we can just copy what Jack had written on the postcard "Freind this letter is long overdue. Coming through on the 24th. Drop me a line say if your there." Are there other better suggestions? (I especially want to say: Uncle Del Mar, congradulations!!! My dad used to say you were his fishing buddy and you can fish very well. Can I go up to Wyoming and learn how to fish from you? I know it is cold there, so I will bring my blue parka with me. Sincerely, Bobby Twist"

And I will expect (although I guess it may be impossible) that Focus are willing to spend some money to send the postcard back to us with "You bet" and Heath Ledger's signature

Thanks Cowboy Cody to provide the address:)

Ennis Del Mar
General Delivery
Riverton, Wyoming 82501

I am from Taiwan and I am struggling with my graduate student life in the US. I am so proud to say I come from the same country as Ang Lee!!!!

ethan · « **Reply #4 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 06:57 PM »

bokano, thanks for clarifying. I think it is a good idea.

I splited your posts as a new topic for further discussion. Is there still general delivery these days?

Cowboy Cody · « **Reply #5 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:03 PM »

Ethan - Yes there is. A friend of my Dad's lives in Vermont. You just address the letter to him and put the name of the town...lol

I think sending cards there with the message is a great idea! Esp. What better way to keep it kickin~!

Bokano - Tough time adjusting in the states? I had grad school with a girl from Taiwan, she was really nice. I enjoyed talking with her and learning about Taiwan.

bokano · « **Reply #6 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:04 PM »

Thanks ethan.

It is the link I have found from USPS website: http://www.usps.com/receive/choicesfordelivery/receivemailinotherplaces.htm. I guess general delivery still works today, especially in some rural areas...

ethan · « **Reply #7 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:06 PM »

Thanks, Cody. Perhaps there is a real person in WY named Ennis Del Mar.

Yes, the postal office gets a bunch of undeliverable postcards -- maybe it will turn into a news story. I hope they will not be wasted.

If there are more people interested in doing this, I will organize a GD campaign.

bokano · « **Reply #8 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:11 PM »

Hi, Cowboy Cody,

Thanks for your reply! Yes. Life is super tough here. I am almost like a mute and deaf person here who can only write and speak K-12 level English. But in fact I am a graduate student here!! OMG!!

In this way, I was especially moved by a scene in BBM. which is almost ignored by many audiences. That scene touched my deep heart because it is just my everyday experience.

[Ennis enters the grocery store where Alma works]

Ennis Del Mar: Hey, Monroe. Is Alma here?

Monroe: Uh, yeah, she’s in the condiments aisle.

Ennis Del Mar: The what?

Monroe: Uh - ketchup.

[points]

Ennis Del Mar: Thanks.

karind1 · « **Reply #9 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:20 PM »

Quote from: ethan on Mar 02, 2006, 07:06 PM

Thanks, Cody. Perhaps there is a real person in WY named Ennis Del Mar.

Yes, the postal office gets a bunch of undeliverable postcards -- maybe it will turn into a news story. I hope they will not be wasted.

If there are more people interested in doing this, I will organize a GD campaign.

unless they throw it in dead letter file or return to sender as undeliverable. computers do the work probably and not people like the old days.

bokano · « **Reply #10 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:28 PM »

Quote from: ethan on Mar 02, 2006, 07:06 PM

Yes, the postal office gets a bunch of undeliverable postcards -- maybe it will turn into a news story. I hope they will not be wasted.

Hi, ethan,

This concern also has come into my mind once. I hope those postcard won't be wasted or just simply be threw away.

I suggest we can use those materials more creatively. For example, we can collect them and organize an exhibition (or exhibitions) of BBM creative postcards. They can also be kept somewhere as records of our participation. Or we can scan them and upload as a gallery collection. (I have seen many creative postcards in this website. But I guess not all people know how to use Photoshop to design pics. So it might be a way for those people to participate).

I am willing to do this.

ethan · « **Reply #11 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:30 PM »

Quote from: bokano on Mar 02, 2006, 07:28 PM

I suggest we can use those materials more creatively. For example, we can collect them and organize an exhibition (or exhibitions) of BBM creative postcards. They can also be kept somewhere as records of our participation. Or we can scan them and upload as a gallery collection. (I have seen many creative postcards in this website. But I guess not all people know how to use Photoshop to design pics. So it might be a way for those people to participate).

I am willing to do this.

Do you mean to have one single return address should it become undeliverable?

bokano · « **Reply #12 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:39 PM »

Quote from: ethan on Mar 02, 2006, 07:30 PM

Do you mean to have one single return address should it become undeliverable?

It is definately one way of doing this. (Maybe we can find someone willing to do this in Childress, Texas? It will be interesting!)

Or maybe we can ask the postoffice there to hold the mail, and find a time to pick it up? (but maybe they will be mad at it)

Cowboy Cody · « **Reply #13 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:44 PM »

Bokano - You don't have to worry buddy, your english is just fine. And probably much better than some of my students! I wish you great success in grad school!

bokano · « **Reply #14 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:46 PM »

Quote from: Cowboy Cody on Mar 02, 2006, 07:44 PM

Bokano - You don't have to worry buddy, your english is just fine. And probably much better than some of my students! I wish you great success in grad school!

Hey, Cowboy Cody, thanks for your comfort :-[

You can know how mute and deaf I am if you get a chance to talk to me ..... ha :'(

Cowboy Cody · « **Reply #15 on:** Mar 02, 2006, 07:48 PM »

That never stopped no one from success..just keep at it! Anytime you need a helping hand or a some support, the Cowboy is here!

*Froggy* · « **Reply #16 on:** Mar 03, 2006, 01:36 PM »

Quote from: ethan on Mar 02, 2006, 07:06 PM

Thanks, Cody. Perhaps there is a real person in WY named Ennis Del Mar.

Yes, the postal office gets a bunch of undeliverable postcards -- maybe it will turn into a news story. I hope they will not be wasted.

If there are more people interested in doing this, I will organize a GD campaign.

Yeah!! I want to send a card there!!!!!!

BBM Obsessed · « **Reply #17 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 12:47 AM »

I like this idea a lot... count me in!!! We must keep "The Brokeback Phenomenon" going!!

Patriot1 · « **Reply #18 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 01:02 AM »

Quote from: bokano on Mar 02, 2006, 06:39 PM

I am thinking of sending a postcard to Ennis Del Mar by general delivery to Riverton, Wyoming, just as what Jack had done in the movie. Imagine the scene - postoffice in Riverton are overwhelmed by tons of postcards sent to Ennis Del Mar. It must be very exciting and will be an interesting story for journalists. It only costs me less than 50 cents to get on news coverage. Worth it.

Bokano it is a wonderful idea! But, you should be aware it might not work as you think it might. If the United States Post Office follows the law and regulations, they will send your postcard back to you marked, "ADDRESSEE UNKNOWN." And again a but, I like the idea so much I am going to do it. What the heck!

GREAT IDEA!!!

chameau · « **Reply #19 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 01:04 AM »

Quote from: Patriot1 on Mar 05, 2006, 01:02 AM

Quote from: bokano on Mar 02, 2006, 06:39 PM
I am thinking of sending a postcard to Ennis Del Mar by general delivery to Riverton, Wyoming, just as what Jack had done in the movie. Imagine the scene - postoffice in Riverton are overwhelmed by tons of postcards sent to Ennis Del Mar. It must be very exciting and will be an interesting story for journalists. It only costs me less than 50 cents to get on news coverage. Worth it.

Bokano it is a wonderful idea! But, you should be aware it might not work as you think it might. If the United States Post Office follows the law and regulations, they will send your postcard back to you marked, "ADDRESSEE UNKNOWN." And again a but, I like the idea so much I am going to do it. What the heck!

GREAT IDEA!!!

Good point patriot1... however, If they are bombed by a massive attack of postcards to Ennis Del Mar...

We might make the news!

Patriot1 · « **Reply #20 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 04:42 AM »

Quote from: karind1 on Mar 02, 2006, 07:20 PM

unless they throw it in dead letter file or return to sender as undeliverable. computers do the work probably and not people like the old days.

I doubt they have computers in Riverton, WY. More than likely they have a redneck postmaster. Riverton is a very small town on an Indian reservation.

Patriot1 · « **Reply #21 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 04:59 AM »

RIVERTON, WY

Population (year 2000): 9,310, Est. population in July 2004: 9,389 (+0.8% change)
Males: 4,511 (48.5%), Females: 4,799 (51.5%)

County: Fremont

Land area: 9.8 square miles

Zip code: 82501

Median resident age: 37.8 years
Median household income: $31,531 (year 2000)
Median house value: $83,200 (year 2000)

Races in Riverton:

* White Non-Hispanic (83.1%)
* American Indian (9.6%)
* Hispanic (7.1%)
* Two or more races (2.6%)
* Other race (1.9%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (30.4%), English (15.5%), Irish (13.7%), United States (5.9%), French (4.5%), Scottish (4.1%).

For population 25 years and over in Riverton

* High school or higher: 84.5%
* Bachelor's degree or higher: 17.3%
* Graduate or professional degree: 4.6%
* Unemployed: 9.3%
* Mean travel time to work: 13.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Riverton city

* Never married: 22.1%
* Now married: 55.1%
* Separated: 1.5%
* Widowed: 7.7%
* Divorced: 13.6%

1.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -353 (-3.7%).
===============================================================

They have a pretty high median income!!!

*Froggy* · « **Reply #22 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 07:24 AM »

I still want to send the cards there!!!

Patriot1 · « **Reply #23 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 10:01 AM »

Quote from: frog123 on Mar 05, 2006, 07:24 AM

I still want to do it!!!

I do too. Now all I have to do is hire someone.

OH!! You mean send the postcards!! Yes. I am sending mine out Monday.

*Froggy* · « **Reply #24 on:** Mar 05, 2006, 10:04 AM »

Quote from: Patriot1 on Mar 05, 2006, 10:01 AM

Quote from: frog123 on Mar 05, 2006, 07:24 AM
I still want to do it!!!

I do too. Now all I have to do is hire someone.

OH!! You mean send the postcards!! Yes. I am sending mine out Monday.

hahahahhahaaha!!! Now I have to edit my post!!!

brian2006 · « **Reply #25 on:** Mar 06, 2006, 07:59 AM »

u guys really cool!!

great job!!

waiting for reports on newspaper on BBM fans' postcards to Riveton~~

stephan · « **Reply #26 on:** Mar 06, 2006, 08:37 AM »

Bokano, this was a super idea.

I don't know how the post office might react. If publicity worked, though, if it made the news and showed how the Academy Awards is completely on another planet, perhaps the post office would even help us !

Stephan

minara · « **Reply #27 on:** Mar 06, 2006, 10:17 AM »

Wow that's a great idea!! I will definitely be doing this...and I'll get my best friend to do it too, she adores BBM (we went to see it together).

BBM Obsessed · « **Reply #28 on:** Mar 06, 2006, 04:13 PM »

Mine went out today.

frenchcda · « **Reply #29 on:** Mar 06, 2006, 05:05 PM »

consider it done