Selected messages in Nova-Roma group. Nov 1-30, 2014
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94364 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-01
Subject: Great find!
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94365 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94366 From: Filippo Zizzo Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: R: [Nova-Roma] Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94367 From: alicia mann Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94368 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: R: [Nova-Roma] Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94369 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94370 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94371 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94372 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Ordo Equester
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94373 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-04
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94374 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-04
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94375 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-05
Subject: Latest Tax list
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94376 From: Holden Spain Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Tribe and government
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94377 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Tribe and government
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94378 From: Adedayo Adetolu Onasanya Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94379 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94380 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94381 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94382 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-05: StCVIA CAC: De funere censorio Ti. Galerius
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94383 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-08
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94384 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94385 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the State M
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94386 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the State M
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94387 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the Sta
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94388 From: sextus_lucilius_tutor Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Apollonius of Tyana
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94389 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94390 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94391 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94392 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94393 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: in honor of all who fought for their nations ...
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94394 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94395 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Thoughts after funeral, today on the last day of mourning
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94396 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94397 From: Diana Octavia Aventina Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94398 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94399 From: Tiberius Cassius Atellus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Tribute to Paulinus on the Chronicle
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94400 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94401 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94402 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Re: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the Sta
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94403 From: Bruno Zani Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: My candidacy for a praetorship
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94404 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen education i
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94405 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94406 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94407 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94408 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94409 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94410 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94411 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94412 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94413 From: Filippo Zizzo Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94414 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94415 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94416 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94417 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94418 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94419 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94420 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94421 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94422 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94423 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94424 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94425 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94426 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94427 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94428 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94429 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-06: StCVIA CAC: Appointment of Quaestores for th
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94430 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Last day of the call for candidates for the comitia centuriata elect
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94431 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Last day of the call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa e
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94432 From: Bruno Zani Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: My introduction
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94433 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Call for candidates and official list of candidates
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94434 From: Holden Spain Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Provincial office
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94435 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Provincial office
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94436 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Calls for candidates are closed
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94437 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94438 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94439 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94440 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94441 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94442 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94443 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94444 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94445 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94446 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94447 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94448 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94449 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Official candidates list for the elections in the Comitia Populi Tri
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94450 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Elections in the Comitia Centuriata
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94451 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94452 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94453 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94454 From: C.Maria Caeca Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94455 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94456 From: qfabiusmaximus Date: 2014-11-20
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94457 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94458 From: muskegcorner Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: [Nova-Roma] PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94459 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Scholastica, please check in
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94460 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94461 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94462 From: Marcus Prometheus Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: FROM QUORA: ​What would the world be like today if we were still u
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94463 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94464 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-07: Appointment of Diribitor for the Comitia Pop
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94465 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94466 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94467 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tributa
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94468 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tributa
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94469 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-23
Subject: Re: **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tribut
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94470 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-25
Subject: Revised Dates **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Pop
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94471 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-25
Subject: Re: Revised Dates **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94472 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Official candidates list for the elections in the Comitia Centuriata
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94473 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Election schedules changes
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94474 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Wishing all of you ...
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94475 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94476 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: [NovaRoma-Announce] VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94477 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: [NovaRoma-Announce] VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94478 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94479 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94480 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94481 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94482 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94483 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Plebeian Elections - Final Call for Candidates - Revised Voting Peri
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94484 From: iulius_sabinus Date: 2014-11-28
Subject: Activities of the Collegium Pontificum
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94485 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-28
Subject: CALL TO CONVENE A FORMAL MEETING OF THE SENATE - December 4th to Dec
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94486 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-29
Subject: Brief notice
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94487 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-29
Subject: Plebeian Elections - Announcement of Candidates


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94364 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-01
Subject: Great find!
Salvete Omnes!

I just found a very nice site, with interesting articles about Rome and the
ancient world, so I thought I'd share the link, in case some of you haven't
discovered this, yet.

http://classicalwisdom.com/

Enjoy!

Valete bene!
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94365 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Taxes and elections

Avete omnes,

Soon election season will be upon us.  If you wish to have your vote count more strongly in the tribes and centuries you need to pay the tax.  Over the next two weeks is the final Window in order for each citizens to be placed in assidui status and thusly in a rural tribe and in one of the 5 classes for the comitia centuriata. 

Also, If you are in a lower class (5th or 4th class) you can purchase placement in the higher (and thusly less populated) centuries. 

If anyone has any questions please feel free to respond...or contact me privately @ robert.woolwine@...

Respectfully,

Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix
CFO and Censor of Nova Roma
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94366 From: Filippo Zizzo Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: R: [Nova-Roma] Taxes and elections
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Dom 2/11/14, Robert Woolwine robert.woolwine@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Oggetto: [Nova-Roma] Taxes and elections
A: "Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com" <nova-roma@yahoogroups.com Data: Domenica 2 novembre 2014, 20:36

Ave Sodalis mi,
I'd like to know how much I've to pay in order to be regular citizen in N.R.; I'm a new citizen and I depend from the dear friend Lentulus, cause I live in Italy. I've no idea what to do. Please, tell me how much and where may I pay ( bank draft or card ) and if may I have an invoice or not.
Thank you very much in advance.
Cura ut valeas.
Albius Scribonius Nasica ( aka Filippo Zizzo kanjinogo@... )















 









Avete omnes,
Soon election season will be upon us.  If you
wish to have your vote count more strongly in the tribes and
centuries you need to pay the tax.  Over the next two weeks
is the final Window in order for each citizens to be placed
in assidui status and thusly in a rural tribe and in one of
the 5 classes for the comitia centuriata. 
Also, If you are in a lower class (5th or 4th
class) you can purchase placement in the higher (and thusly
less populated) centuries. 
If anyone has any questions please feel free to
respond...or contact me privately @ robert.woolwine@...
Respectfully,
Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix

CFO and Censor of Nova Roma
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94367 From: alicia mann Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Salve, Felix

How much are the taxes?


Vale,
S. L. Macra



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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94368 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: R: [Nova-Roma] Taxes and elections

Ave,

You would pay the 5th class rate which is $9.68.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94369 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections

Ave,

You also would pay the 5th class amount.  But in the US the amount is $9.58.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94370 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections

Salve Sulla Censor et Salvete omnes!

 

If I remember correctly, a citizen can go to their page on the Album Civium, and they will find a link to pay their taxes.  Does that still work, has it changed, or am I misremembering?

 

Vale et valete!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94371 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections

Ave,

Yes.  And I believe it still works.  If anyone uses that link please let me know and I can confirm receipt of the tax payment immediately.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94372 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-02
Subject: Ordo Equester
Avete Omnes,

In compliance of the Lex Cornelia de classibus et ordine equestri I have begun sending some requests for those citizens who meet the qualifications to join the Ordo.  They have 30 days to respond to the request.  If there is no response received I will consider that a rejection of the offer, since there must be an acceptance of the invitation to join.

Respectfully,

Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix
Censor of Nova Roma
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94373 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-04
Subject: Re: Taxes and elections
Salve,

I paid with that link. It updated my status and superficially appears to work.

Vale,

P Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94374 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-04
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo

Salve!

Pontifex, thank you for the warm welcome, it is very nice to be home and to have time to dedicate to Nova Roma.

I could not agree with you more. The wiki is one of the greatest online assets of NR. I also believe we have only just scratched the surface of what we can build in regards to our wiki and the online presence of the res publica. I do believe an online journal would only further promote the development of well constructed wiki pages. In fact, I can imagine a single well crafted manuscript in our journal lending itself to the improvement of multiple wiki pages. 

If I may interject with a few additional comments. 

After watching NR grow, witnessing its triumphs and failures, I think, as a private citizen, we are at somewhat of a cross roads. After pondering the future for sometime I'm convinced that at least part of our future should exist in promoting credible academic works. In doing this we would establish ourselves a respected academic organization where citizen and non-citizen can come and learn about ancient Roman culture. In doing so we will raise a new generation of citizens and retain current citizens and grow our respublica. I believe we have the core human resources to accomplish this, its a matter of building the infrastructure. 

So what is this infrastructure? Part of it is expanding the wiki. That's our main face to the world. Unfortunately, very few posts have been made on the wiki list lately. Certainly some renewed vigor is needed. How could we encourage this further development? Well the journal mentioned could assist in driving research and academic activity. I suspect there may be a synergistic effect.

However, the more I think about this, the more I wonder if a journal alone is enough. Ultimately, I think we will need more. Why not a centralized NR place of education. It was a shame to see the Academia Thules close. It approach such an aim. Yet, still it left many things to be desired. What if we had a NR endorsed and operated Academia. We would offer automated online courses. The technology exists to make this happen. I've been part of such courses at multiple universities. From within the infrastructure of the Academia the online journal would exist. Maybe some courses would require one to publish. Thus, the academia proposed would educate, promote research and also be a forum of cross disciplinary discussion, bringing the expertise of the Sodalitas together under one virtual roof.

If we pulled this off we would have a self propagating academic engine within our community. The wiki would benefit, the journal would benefit, the cultus deorum would benefit, politics would benefit. More people would learn about Rome, and our citizenship and tax income would grow. All of these individual components are stronger together than in isolation. They seem to naturally fit together. 

Ancient Roman culture spread throughout the ancient world behind the vanguard of the legions. Maybe such an academia could form the vanguard of the 21st century. Lets build an Academia which has within it an academic journal. 

Thoughts?

Vale,

P. Claudius Caecus


---In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, <cn_corn_lent@...  
Salvete omnes!

I've been silent on the forum for quite some time. However, I've been following things at a distance. Please give me a moment to reintroduce myself. 

I've been around Nova Roma for over ten years. I've largely grown up as a citizen having spent most of my adult life in Nova Roma. When I first became a citizen I had an interest in Rome. However, by holding citizenship in our res publica I have found a true love for Rome. It has inspired over a decade of learning and related formal academic activity. Nova Roma inspired a love and passion for all things Roman. I hope it will always continue to do so. I largely thank Nova Roma for igniting this passion. I hope many of you reading this share similar sentiments. 

From early on I have realized that one of the greatest resources we have as Nova Romans are our fellow citizens. I've always been amazed by the vast array of knowledge held by many of our citizens. Just look at our wiki and list archives! What a treasure trove of information! I think this and our many other works stand as testament to the incredible knowledge many of our citizens possess. 

I'm wondering if we could do more to tap this knowledge. To preserve current knowledge. To inspire the acquisition of further research and the further dissemination of all Roman history and culture. I hope we could further inspire others, both citizen and non-citizen alike to learn more about Rome.  If we can do this we are only furthering the mission set by the founders of Nova Roma.

To achieve this I'm curious if any other citizens would be interested in founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic journal. 

Pretty much all academic journals are fully digital these days. Yes, many are subscription based. But more recently (the last 10 yrs) they are free, digital and open source. I proposed our academic journal be free and digital. However, it should still be professionally published online. I have many of the resources needed to publish online in this manner. I'm more than happy to volunteer towards this ends. 

This journal would be open for anyone to submit well researched, well sourced review articles or original research relating to ancient Roman history, religion or culture. Most importantly articles will need to be vetted for academic rigour and receive approval by a peer review panel which is experienced in various Roman topics eg. religion, military, law, medicine, engineering etc. I think we many have more than a few citizens who have such expertise. This peer review process would be key to establishing the academic credibility of the journal. I would also suggest opening submissions to non-citizens. This way our journal could serve as an outreach tool and also a means for dialogue with non-Nova Romans.   

Ultimately, I would hope this project would further inspire Nova Romans to rediscover the culture and to find a formal outlet to gain experience in contributing in an academic manner. It would also hopefully serve to further the academic activity already going on in the res publica. Personally, I believe that the promotion of high quality academic works is essential in teasing out our ancient Roman culture, religion and our history. Maybe this project could play a role in this?

With all this said, there is no way I can succeed in launching such an ambitious project alone. In fact, I think that in order for such a project to succeed it must involve several citizens and be a community directed project. I write this message to see if others may share my desire and would be welling to dedicate some time to discussing this proposal further. 

I eagerly await your thoughts and opinions!

Valete!


Publius Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94375 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-05
Subject: Latest Tax list
Avete Omnes,

I have prepared the latest tax roll.  

As of today we have 80 Assidui (tax payers).  I will be updating the list for the next week so any tax payments that come in will be credited before the elections.  

If you wish to make payment and need information please reply or send a private note to me @ robert.woolwine@...

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94376 From: Holden Spain Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Tribe and government
Salve

This is Gaius Octavius Tranquillus, I have a couple of quick questions, firstly I believe I am a paying citizen but as far as I can tell from my album page I am not placed in a tribe, I would like to know what I need to do to be placed in a tribe and have my vote count more fully in the elections. Secondly, I live in the province of America Mississippiensis, there is currently no one in the provisional government, having been in nova Roma for a while now I would like to enter into government service for my province. Any information you can give me about getting into a try and and entering into governmental service for my province would be great and much appreciated.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94377 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Tribe and government
Ave,

Yes you are a tax payer (Assidui).  The Censors are currently working on the Tribes and the Centuries.  You do not have to do anything else - just pay attention to the ML when we announce the reorganization of the Tribes and Centuries are completed.

Respectfully,

Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix
Censor
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94378 From: Adedayo Adetolu Onasanya Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
My name is Decimus Calidius Gemellus. I became 4 months old Citizen of Nova Roma. I want to know what becoming a citizen entails, what are the benefits. Thank you

Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone.
From: publiusclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]
Sent: Wednesday, 5 November 2014 1:49 AM
To: Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Reply To: Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Nova-Roma] Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic journal

 


Salve!

Pontifex, thank you for the warm welcome, it is very nice to be home and to have time to dedicate to Nova Roma.

I could not agree with you more. The wiki is one of the greatest online assets of NR. I also believe we have only just scratched the surface of what we can build in regards to our wiki and the online presence of the res publica. I do believe an online journal would only further promote the development of well constructed wiki pages. In fact, I can imagine a single well crafted manuscript in our journal lending itself to the improvement of multiple wiki pages. 

If I may interject with a few additional comments. 

After watching NR grow, witnessing its triumphs and failures, I think, as a private citizen, we are at somewhat of a cross roads. After pondering the future for sometime I'm convinced that at least part of our future should exist in promoting credible academic works. In doing this we would establish ourselves a respected academic organization where citizen and non-citizen can come and learn about ancient Roman culture. In doing so we will raise a new generation of citizens and retain current citizens and grow our respublica. I believe we have the core human resources to accomplish this, its a matter of building the infrastructure. 

So what is this infrastructure? Part of it is expanding the wiki. That's our main face to the world. Unfortunately, very few posts have been made on the wiki list lately. Certainly some renewed vigor is needed. How could we encourage this further development? Well the journal mentioned could assist in driving research and academic activity. I suspect there may be a synergistic effect.

However, the more I think about this, the more I wonder if a journal alone is enough. Ultimately, I think we will need more. Why not a centralized NR place of education. It was a shame to see the Academia Thules close. It approach such an aim. Yet, still it left many things to be desired. What if we had a NR endorsed and operated Academia. We would offer automated online courses. The technology exists to make this happen. I've been part of such courses at multiple universities. From within the infrastructure of the Academia the online journal would exist. Maybe some courses would require one to publish. Thus, the academia proposed would educate, promote research and also be a forum of cross disciplinary discussion, bringing the expertise of the Sodalitas together under one virtual roof.

If we pulled this off we would have a self propagating academic engine within our community. The wiki would benefit, the journal would benefit, the cultus deorum would benefit, politics would benefit. More people would learn about Rome, and our citizenship and tax income would grow. All of these individual components are stronger together than in isolation. They seem to naturally fit together. 

Ancient Roman culture spread throughout the ancient world behind the vanguard of the legions. Maybe such an academia could form the vanguard of the 21st century. Lets build an Academia which has within it an academic journal. 

Thoughts?

Vale,

P. Claudius Caecus


---In Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com, <cn_corn_lent@...
Cn. Cornelius Lentulus P. Claudio Caeco s. p. d.

Welcome back to our forum, optime P. Caece, sodalis Palatine! It's good to see that you are coming back full of enthusiasm and initiatives!

As for myself, I will support your project as much as my other commitments will permit. You can count on my help and assistance. I think we should also focus on expanding and enhancing our greatest resource, the Nova Roma wiki website. There are plenty of articles which need yet to be written or need to be polished and improved. Maybe this is something we could do in parallel while creating the online journal -- or before it. What do you think?

Vale optime!


Da: "publiusclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com A: Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Inviato: Mercoledì 29 Ottobre 2014 3:14
Oggetto: [Nova-Roma] Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic journal

 
Salvete omnes!

I've been silent on the forum for quite some time. However, I've been following things at a distance. Please give me a moment to reintroduce myself. 

I've been around Nova Roma for over ten years. I've largely grown up as a citizen having spent most of my adult life in Nova Roma. When I first became a citizen I had an interest in Rome. However, by holding citizenship in our res publica I have found a true love for Rome. It has inspired over a decade of learning and related formal academic activity. Nova Roma inspired a love and passion for all things Roman. I hope it will always continue to do so. I largely thank Nova Roma for igniting this passion. I hope many of you reading this share similar sentiments. 

From early on I have realized that one of the greatest resources we have as Nova Romans are our fellow citizens. I've always been amazed by the vast array of knowledge held by many of our citizens. Just look at our wiki and list archives! What a treasure trove of information! I think this and our many other works stand as testament to the incredible knowledge many of our citizens possess. 

I'm wondering if we could do more to tap this knowledge. To preserve current knowledge. To inspire the acquisition of further research and the further dissemination of all Roman history and culture. I hope we could further inspire others, both citizen and non-citizen alike to learn more about Rome.  If we can do this we are only furthering the mission set by the founders of Nova Roma.

To achieve this I'm curious if any other citizens would be interested in founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic journal. 

Pretty much all academic journals are fully digital these days. Yes, many are subscription based. But more recently (the last 10 yrs) they are free, digital and open source. I proposed our academic journal be free and digital. However, it should still be professionally published online. I have many of the resources needed to publish online in this manner. I'm more than happy to volunteer towards this ends. 

This journal would be open for anyone to submit well researched, well sourced review articles or original research relating to ancient Roman history, religion or culture. Most importantly articles will need to be vetted for academic rigour and receive approval by a peer review panel which is experienced in various Roman topics eg. religion, military, law, medicine, engineering etc. I think we many have more than a few citizens who have such expertise. This peer review process would be key to establishing the academic credibility of the journal. I would also suggest opening submissions to non-citizens. This way our journal could serve as an outreach tool and also a means for dialogue with non-Nova Romans.   

Ultimately, I would hope this project would further inspire Nova Romans to rediscover the culture and to find a formal outlet to gain experience in contributing in an academic manner. It would also hopefully serve to further the academic activity already going on in the res publica. Personally, I believe that the promotion of high quality academic works is essential in teasing out our ancient Roman culture, religion and our history. Maybe this project could play a role in this?

With all this said, there is no way I can succeed in launching such an ambitious project alone. In fact, I think that in order for such a project to succeed it must involve several citizens and be a community directed project. I write this message to see if others may share my desire and would be welling to dedicate some time to discussing this proposal further. 

I eagerly await your thoughts and opinions!

Valete!


Publius Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94379 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-06
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
P. Claudius Caecus Decimus Calidius Gemellus S.P.D

Salve civis, libenter te! Good and reasonable question.

There are several ways to be active as a citizen. I would start by contacting your provincial govonor. You can find information about your province here: http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Provincia_(Nova_Roma)

By doing this you can become connected with citizens who live near you.

Additionally, you can join one of the many interest groups called sodalitas. More info found here: http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Sodalitas

Also search for "sodalitas" within yahoo groups. You will find some other non-official groups which may interest you.

If you are interested in the Roman Reglion join this group: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/ReligioRomana/info This group is a terrific resource for those who are curious in this aspect of Roman life.

Another useful task to do is adding and improving pages on the wiki over at novaroma.org.

Most importantly, join in on the conversations here on the main list of the forum. Many opportunities for further involvement come up here. It looks like you are already on track.

Nova Roma is very young. We are still growing. If you have an idea which you think will enhance our community go out and do it! I'm currently getting together a few projects of my own and other citizens are doing the same. It are these citizen driven projects which build our community!

Let me know if you have any other questions! Pleasure to meet you!

Vale,

Publius Claudius Caecus.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94380 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections that will occur as soon as possible.

Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC" and with the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Censor - 1 position
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor or Consul for at least 6 months OR held the position of Senator for one year.

Consul - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor, or Tribune of the Plebs for at least 6 months, or Provincial Governor for at least 3 years, or Senator for one year.

Praetor - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 27 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 3 years.
Must have previously held one or more of the following positions for at least six months: Tribune of the Plebs, Plebeian Aedile, Curule Aedile, Quaestor, or Senator for 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94381 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections that will occur as soon as possible. Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC", and the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for.

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Curulis Aedilis – 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 25 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 2 years.
Must have previously held the position of Plebeian Aedile, Provincial Governor, Quaestor or a Senator for at least 6 months.

Quaestor – 8 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least a year.
Must have previously have held the position of an Apparitor for at least 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94382 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-07
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-05: StCVIA CAC: De funere censorio Ti. Galerius
C. Aemilius Crassus Quiritibus SPD,

Ex officio Consularis Novae Romae:

CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-05: StCVIA CAC: De funere censorio Ti. Galerius Paulinus

Pursuant to the Senatus Consultum de funere censorio Ti. Galerius Paulinus and to honour the memory and service of the late Ti. Galerius Paulinus the Consules have determined that:

I- The funus censorium of Ti. Galerius Paulinus funerary ritual and sacrifice will be held at a.d. III Id. Nov. (November 11th).
a) The ritual and sacrifice will be officiated by Pontifex Cn. Cornelius Lentulus in behalf of both Consules.
b) The ritual and sacrifice and state mourning dates were set with the officiating Pontifex.

II- A state mourning is declared from a.d. IV Id. Nov. (November 10th) to pr. Id. Nov (November 12th). In accordance with the Senatus Consultum de funere censorio Ti. Galerius Paulinus those days are declared Dies Nefasti Publici (NP).

This edictum shall take effect immediately.

a.d. VII Id. Nov. St. Cornelia C. Aemilio cos. MMDCCLXVII AVC
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94383 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-08
Subject: Re: Project Proposal: Founding a Nova Roma peer reviewed academic jo
TM.Quadra  P. Claudius Caecus Decimus Calidius Gemellus Salutem plurimum dicit,
This is an unofficial opinion, my personal experience.
Benefits to being a Nova Roma Quirite (citizen) is I get to practice Roman ways, both modern & ancient; people share Roman food recipes; I get to experience freedom of religion with Roman tradition, e.g., Mars, agriculture etc; they teach as well we speak Latin; periodically Nova Roma offers items i.e. calendars etc; there are discussions debates elections ludi (games) with an ancient Roman flair or spirit; we learn about our Roman forefathers - remember, there's two sides to every story (think Caligula, Nero).
I would suggest more discussions about Roman architecture, real estate development.
Being a purist, I feel we should be called eRoma (Electric Rome) because technically, "New Rome" or "Nova Roma" already exists from the time period 1,083 a.u.c. (330 a.D.) during Roman Emperor Constantine in the "Eastern Roman" empire surrounding the Sancta Sophia or Sancta Sapientia in Constantinople (Istanbul).
Also, Nova Roma has a very useful website.
Most importantly, my fellow Romans herein really care about our Roman culture, so much in my case, that I attended in full Augustus Caesar form with toga, a friend's beach side wedding. The pastor asked me "what is this" to which I replied, I'M A ROMAN (it's part of freedom of religion & speech USA 2nd Amendment) and he just smiled and went on with his business... it helps that I believe I'm a descendant of Mars, and my friend a descendant of Apollo.
Salvete,
Tiberius Marcius Quadra




On Friday, November 7, 2014 9:29 AM, "publiusclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  

P. Claudius Caecus Decimus Calidius Gemellus S.P.D

Salve civis, libenter te! Good and reasonable question.

There are several ways to be active as a citizen. I would start by contacting your provincial govonor. You can find information about your province here: http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Provincia_(Nova_Roma)

By doing this you can become connected with citizens who live near you.

Additionally, you can join one of the many interest groups called sodalitas. More info found here: http://www.novaroma.org/nr/Sodalitas

Also search for "sodalitas" within yahoo groups. You will find some other non-official groups which may interest you.

If you are interested in the Roman Reglion join this group: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/ReligioRomana/info This group is a terrific resource for those who are curious in this aspect of Roman life.

Another useful task to do is adding and improving pages on the wiki over at novaroma.org.

Most importantly, join in on the conversations here on the main list of the forum. Many opportunities for further involvement come up here. It looks like you are already on track.

Nova Roma is very young. We are still growing. If you have an idea which you think will enhance our community go out and do it! I'm currently getting together a few projects of my own and other citizens are doing the same. It are these citizen driven projects which build our community!

Let me know if you have any other questions! Pleasure to meet you!

Vale,

Publius Claudius Caecus.


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94384 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

It is with great sadness that I remember all citizens and friends of Nova Roma that we observe today the first day of the state mourning for the depart of our esteemed Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

His long and constant services will not forgotten neither is dedication and friendship to many of NR citizens and friends.

Tomorrow the funus censorium ritual will be held.

I ask all citizens and friends of Nova Roma to honor the memory and your prays for Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94385 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the State M
Salvete, Quirites!

RIP Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

I announce you that the NR website, first time in NR history, upon the order of the senate, has been darkened and filled with black flags in remembrance of Ti. Galerius Paulinus, whose NR funeral is held tomorrow. I will officiate the ceremony as pontifex.

Please take a visit at the NR website to see our public appearance during the State Mourning:



RIP Paulinus! Valete!

Cn. Lentulus, pontifex
scriba magistri aranearii

 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94386 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-10
Subject: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the State M
M. Pompeius Caninus preator Cn. Cornelio Lentulo pontifici S.P.D.

Gratias Lentule! I deeply appreciate your work on the website for the
period of State Mourning. I have visited the website on my laptop and my
iPhone and the design conveys the deep sense of loss many of us feel.

Fac valeas!

Marcus Pompeius Caninus
Praetor
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94387 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the Sta
Salvete,
What does "Dis Manibus" mean?
Then what would "manibusan" mean?
Valete,
Tiberius Marcius Quadra



On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 10:49 AM, "'M. Pompeius Caninus' caninus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
 
M. Pompeius Caninus preator Cn. Cornelio Lentulo pontifici S.P.D.

Gratias Lentule! I deeply appreciate your work on the website for the
period of State Mourning. I have visited the website on my laptop and my
iPhone and the design conveys the deep sense of loss many of us feel.

Fac valeas!

Marcus Pompeius Caninus
Praetor
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94388 From: sextus_lucilius_tutor Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Apollonius of Tyana

Salvete omnes, 


 I read very interesting biography of Apollonius of Tyana, a Greek Neopythagorean philosopher. His life is very similar with life of Jesus Christ and they lived in same time. Do you think that Nova Roma can restore his cult? Some part of ideas: 


Flavius Philostratus: The Life of Apollonius of Tyana

Apollonius of Tyana - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


Valete 
Tutor

 



Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94389 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

It is with great sadness that I remember all citizens and friends of Nova Roma that we observe the second day of the state mourning for the depart of our esteemed Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

Today the funus censorium ritual will be held.

I would like to remember all Ti. Galerius Paulinus services as Magistrate of Nova Roma, indeed he served as:
TWICE Quaestor,
THREE times Tribunus Plebis,
Praetor,
Consul,
TWICE Censor,
Senator,
Province governor for many years.

Without counting all his service outside the scope of Nova Roma offices. Besides all service Paulinus was a good man, a good Roman and friend to many in Nova Roma. We all miss him deeply.

I ask all citizens and friends of Nova Roma to honor the memory and your prays for Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94390 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Cn. Cornelius Lentulus pontifex C. Aemilio Crasso et St. Corneliae Aeterniae consulibus, senatui populoque Novo Romano S. P. D.
 
Consules, Senatores, Quirites!
 
I report you that I have fulfilled my very sad duty and I have buried Censorial Senator Ti. Galerius Paulinus for Nova Roma. The ceremony was attended by me and by T. Popillia Laenas, who assisted me as popa during the ceremony. I know, Quirites, I know how sad is that this is how Nova Roma had to say goodbye forever to our Paulinus, it is so sad that we could not assemble in great numbers for the funeral, which was, by all means, let's face it, only a symbolic action. But I do believe, Quirites, that it mattered. It mattered to the Gods, it mattered to the Divine Genius of Nova Roma, it mattered to the immortal soul of Paulinus, it mattered to our Roman ancestors who are watching upon us and who are glad to see however small is what we can do currently, we still try to do things in the proper way, as our circumstances allow. At the moment, it would have been absolutely impossible to assemble in any great numbers for such a funeral ceremony. But we had to do it, it was the right thing, the Roman thing to do. So we can now proudly say: Nova Roma said official goodbye to Paulinus in the Roman way, even if symbolically, even if in tiny, primitive dimensions. But it WAS his Roman funeral, a funus censorium, the greatest award to any Roman, and Nova Roma also financed part of his real funeral, so our little ceremony today, together with the donation to his actual physical funeral, constitute a real, true, meaningful way to have our own Roman funus censorium for the dear late Ti. Paulinus.
 
On a personal note: it was a psychically very demanding thing to do, and a very sad day for me that I had to do this, but I feel also honored that I could say goodbye to Paulinus on behalf of the entire Nova Roman community, representing the consuls.
 
My report follows:
 
 
 
REPORT ON THE NOVA ROMAN CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS
 
 
Since the actual burial of the body happened earlier, now I had to rely on symbolism when conducting the funeral of Ti. Paulinus. A printed image of Paulinus substituted his body during the ceremony.
 
 
BEFORE THE CEREMONY: REPRESENTING THE CONSULS
 
Before we would do anything, I requested the gods to accept me as a substitution and as a representative of the consules C. Aemilius and Sta. Cornelia. The consules are the ones who actually offer this funerary ceremony, and what I do they are doing through my person.
 
Di immortales,      
vos consules et ego precamur,     
uti me Cn. Cornelium Lentulum pontificem
sacra funeris censorii facientem     
pro se ipsis consulibus
C. Aemilio Crasso et Sta. Cornalia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
sacra funeris censorii facientibus accipiatis!     
Huius rei ergo macte hoc ture estote fitote volentes propitii     
consulibus C. Aemilio Crasso et Sta. Cornaliae Valerianae Iulianae Aeterniae,     
rei publicae Novae Romanae,     
mihi, domo, familiae.
 
"Gods Immortal,     
the consuls and I ask you     
that you accept me Cn. Cornelius Lentulus pontifex
as the performer of the funus censorium,     
in place of the consules themselves,
C. Aemilius Crassus and Sta. Cornalia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia.     
For the sake of this be you blessed benevolent and propitious by this incense     
to the consules C. Aemilius Crassus and Sta. Cornalia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia,     
to the Nova Roman Republic,     
to me, to my household and to my family."
 
After this incense sacrifice, the sacred preparations for the funeral started.
 
 
THE PREPARATIONS
 
I. LAMENTATIO
 
I had to substitute the mourner choir. For a couple of minutes, I was calling on Ti. Galerius Paulinus by his Roman name, once or twice using his native USA name, Timothy Paul Gallagher, too. I applied ritual cry, as it is required at this part of the ceremony, lamenting and wailing in a ceremonial, formular way.
 
II. PURIFICATION
 
The image was symbolically washed (I poured some drops of water on it), anointed, and placed on the ground. I recited the prayer of purification.
 
III. CENSORIAL PROCESSION
 
I elevated the image of Paulinus from the ground, and, covered by a Nova Roma flag, I went around in three circles, while crying the following words: "Ti. Galerius Paulinus, vir censorius, ad funus censorium fertur." Then I placed the image of Paulinus on my home altar.
 
IV. LAUDATIO FUNEBRIS
 
This is the most famous element of Roman funerals, the eulogy: funeral oration or funerary praises. I first read my own speech aloud, then I read the speeches of the consuls, then, the speeches of the praetors and censors, and then all farewell messages or speeches that were sent to me or to the Main List during September. You can read here all the texts that I have read aloud as Laudatio Funebris for Ti. Paulinus:
 
http://novaroma.org/nr/In_memory_of_Ti._Galerius_Paulinus#Tributes_by_Nova_Roman_citizens
 
After I have finished reading aloud the speeches and messages, I started the funerary sacrifice and the symbolic cremation-burial.
 
 
THE FUNERAL
 
I recited the following prayers in front of the image of Ti. Galerius Paulinus, covered by Nova Roman flag:
 
Favete linguis!

"Take care of your tongues!"

I. PRAEFATIO

I.1.a. Prayer

Iane, deus initii et exitii,
te hoc ture commovendo
bonas preces precor,
uti sies volens propitius
Ti. Galerio Paulino mortuo,
domo et familiae suae!

"Ianus, God of Beginning and End,
by offering this incense to you
I pray good prayers so
that you may be benevolent and propitious
to our dead Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
to his household and to his family."

I.1.a. Sacrifice

I placed incense in the focus of the altar.

I.1.b. Prayer

Iane, deus initii et exitii,
uti te ture commovendo
bonas preces precatus sum,
eiusdem rei ergo
macte hoc libo esto!

"Ianus, God of Beginning and End,
as by offering to you the incense
I have prayed good prayers,
for the very same reason
be thou blessed by this libum."

I.1.b. Sacrifice

I placed a libum in the focus of the altar.

I.2.a. Prayer

Di Manes,
vos hoc ture commovendo
bonas preces precor,
uti sitis volentes propitii
Ti. Galerio Paulino mortuo,
domo et familiae suae!

"Gods of the Underworld,
by offering this incense to you
I pray good prayers so
that you may be benevolent and propitious
to our dead Ti. Galerius Paulinus
to his household and to his family."

I.2.a. Sacrifice

I placed incense in the focus of the altar.

I.2.b. Prayer

Di Manes,
uti vos ture commovendo
bonas preces precatus sum,
eiusdem rei ergo
macte vino inferio estote!

"Gods of the Underworld,
as by offering to you the incense
I have prayed good prayers,
for the very same reason
be you blessed by this sacrificial wine."

I.2.b. Sacrifice

I poured a libation of wine on the altar.
I.4.a. Prayer

Geni Ti. Galeri Paulini,
te hoc ture commovendo
bonas preces precor,
uti sis volens propitius
Ti. Galerio Paulino mortuo,
domo et familiae suae!

"Genius of Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
by offering this incense to you
I pray good prayers so
that you may be benevolent and propitious
to our dead Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
to his household and to his family."

I.4.a. Sacrifice

I placed incense in the focus of the altar.

I.4.b. Prayer

Geni Ti. Galeri Paulini,
uti te ture commovendo
bonas preces precatus sum,
eiusdem rei ergo
macte hoc vino esto!

"Genius of Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
as by offering to you the incense
I have prayed good prayers,
for the very same reason
be thou blessed by this wine."

I.4.b. Sacrifice

I poured a libation of milk on the altar.

I.5.a. Prayer

Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
huc ades, huc ades, huc ades,
exaudi nos, exaudi nos, exaudi nos!
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
te hoc ture commovendo
bonas preces precor,
uti sis volens propitius
domo tuae, familiae tuae, genti tuae,
Populo Novo Romano Quiritibus,
Reique Publicae Populi Novi Romani Quiritium,
magistratibus, consulibus, praetoribus Populi Novi Romani Quiritium,
tribunis Plebis Novae Romanae,
Senatui Novo Romano,
Collegio Pontificum,
omnibus civibus, viris et mulieribus, pueris et puellabus Novis Romanis,
mihi, domo, familiae!

"Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
be present, be present, be present,
listen to us, listen to us, listen to us!
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
by offering this incense to you
I pray good prayers so
that you may be benevolent and propitious
to your household, to your family, to your gens,
to the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the Republic of the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the magistrates, the consuls, the praetors of the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the tribunes of the Nova Roman Plebs,
to the Nova Roman Senate,
to the College of Pontiffs,
to all Nova Roman citizens, men and women, boys and girls,
to me, to my household and to my family.

I.5.a. Sacrifice

I placed incense in the focus of the altar.

I.5.b. Prayer

Ti. Galeri Pauline,
uti te ture commovendo
bonas preces precatus sum,
eiusdem rei ergo
macte hoc thure esto!

"Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
as by offering to you the incense
I have prayed good prayers,
for the very same reason
be thou blessed by this incense."

I.5.b. Sacrifice

I placed incense in the focus of the altar.


II. PRECATIO DEORUM MANIUM

II.1. Prayer

Di Manes, Dis Pater,
vos precor quaesoque:
uti animam Ti. Galeri Paulini,
viri censorii et consularis,
in numero vestro accipiatis,
et Ti. Galerio Paulino
pacem aeternam et beatitudinem infinitam
detis, tribuatis, concedatis;
utique Ti. Galerius Paulinus Novos Romanos protegat,
Novam Romam custodiat,
restaurationem, restitutionem, renovationem
populi Romani Quiritium
reique publicae populi Romani Quiritium adiuvet,
nobisque Novis Romanis, atque domo suae, familiae suae
semper volens propitius sit;
utique sitis volentes propitii
animae Ti. Galeri Paulini,
mihi, domo, familiae!

"Gods of the Underworld, Father Dis,
I ask and beseech you so
that you may accept the soul of Ti. Galerius Paulinus
this censorial and consular man,
into your order,
and that you may give, grant, concede
eternal peace and infinite happiness
to Ti. Galerius Paulinus;
and that Ti. Galerius Paulinus may protect the Nova Romans,
he may watch over Nova Roma,
he may help therestoration,  reconstruction and revival
of the Roman people, the Quirites,
and the republic of the Roman people, the Quirites,
and he may always be benevolent and propitious
to us Nova Romans, to his housegold  and to his family,
and so that you may be benevolent and propitious
to the soul of Ti. Galerius Paulinus
to me, to my household, to my family."

II.2. Prayer

Sicut verba nuncupavi,
quaeque ita faciatis,
uti ego me sentio dicere:
harum rerum ergo macte
hoc libo libando,
hoc vino libando,
hoc ture ommovendo
estote fitote volentes propitii
Ti. Galerio Paulino,
animae, domo et familiae suae,
omnibus Novis Romanis,
nobis, domibus, familiis!

"As I have these words pronounced,
you shall do exactly
what I mean I am saying:
for all these reasons, you blessed
by offering this libum,
by offering this wine,
by offering this incense,
be benevolent and propitious
to Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
to his soul, to his household, to his family,
to all Nova Romans,
to us, to our households, to our families."
 
II.2. Sacrifice

Libum, wine and incense are sacrificed.

III. PRECATIO CERERIS

III.1. Prayer

Ceres,
te precor quaesoque:
uti Ti. Galerium Paulinum,
virum censorium et consularem,
in gremium tuum accipias
utique sis volens propitia
domo suae, familiae suae, genti suae,
Populo Novo Romano Quiritibus,
Reique Publicae Populi Novi Romani Quiritium,
magistratibus, consulibus, praetoribus Populi Novi Romani Quiritium,
tribunis Plebis Novae Romanae,
Senatui Novo Romano,
Collegio Pontificum,
mihi, domo, familiae!

"Ceres,
I ask and beseech you so
that you may accept Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
this censorial and consular man,
into your bosom,
and that you may be benevolent and propitious
to his household, to his family, to his gens,
to the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the Republic of the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the magistrates, the consuls, the praetors of the Nova Roman People of Quirites,
to the tribunes of the Nova Roman Plebs,
to the Nova Roman Senate,
to the College of Pontiffs,
to all Nova Roman citizens, men and women, boys and girls,
to me, to my household and to my family.

III.2. Prayer

Sicut verba nuncupavi,
quaeque ita facias,
uti ego me sentio dicere:
harum rerum ergo macte
hoc libo libando,
esto fito volens propitia
Ti. Galerio Paulino,
animae, domo et familiae suae,
omnibus Novis Romanis,
nobis, domibus, familiis!

"As I have these words pronounced,
you shall do exactly
what I mean I am saying:
for all these reasons, you blessed
by offering this libum,
be benevolent and propitious
to Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
to his soul, to his household, to his family,
to all Nova Romans,
to us, to our households, to our families."

III.2. Sacrifice

Libum was sacrificed.

 
IV. CREMATIO
 
This was the most important part of the ceremony, but it could only happen on a symbolic level, since the corps of Ti. Paulinus had already been buried in September. We symbolically buried it by burning the image of Ti. Galerius Paulinus, used during this ceremony to represent him. First, I invoked Vesta, goddess of fire, to guide Paulinus to among his ancestors:
 
IV. Prayer
 
Vesta,
hoc thure dato te precor,
uti per hunc ignem
animam Ti. Galeri Paulini
ad Deos Manes suos adducas!
 
"Vesta,
by offering you this incense I ask you
that through this fire
you guide the soul of Ti. Galerius Paulinus
to among the ancestral deities."
 
IV. Sacrifice
 
Incense was sacrificed.
 
After Vesta had been invoked, I burned the image of Ti. Galerius Paulinus with a piece of the same sacrificial libum cake, as sacred tradition requires, which was offered to Ceres previously. After the ceremony, I placed the ashes into a beautiful little box, which I will preserve until there will be an opportunity to bury it together or next to the real remains of Ti. Galerius Paulinus.
 
At the end of the ceremony, the usual phrase was pronounced:
 
Ilicet!

"It's permitted to go."

(End of the ceremony.)
 

V. PIACULUM

V.1. Prayer

Iane,
Dis Pater,
Di Manes,
Lares Familiares Ti. Galeri Paulini,
Geni Ti. Galeri Paulini,
Ti. Galeri Pauline,
Ceres et Vesta,
Omnes Di Immortales quocumque nomine:
si quidquam vobis in hac caerimonia displicuit,
hoc ture et vino inferio dato veniam petimus
et vitium meum expiamus.

"Iane,
Di Manes,
Lares Familiares of Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Genius of Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ti. Galerius Paulinus,
Ceres and Vesta,
All Gods Immortal by whatever name I may call you:
if anything in this ceremony was displeasing to you,
with this incense and sacrificial wine we ask forgiveness
and expiate our fault."

V.1. Sacrifice

I placed incense on the altar and poured libation of wine on the altar.

REST IN PEACE!
FAREWELL, OUR DEAR PAULINUS!


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Valete!
CN. CORNELIUS LENTULUS
PONTIFEX
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94391 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
SALVE ET SALVETE!

Thank you amice, awesome ceremony. Paulinus shall be proud of it.

Dis manibus Galeri Pauline!
RIP Timothy Gallagher!

VALETE,
Sabinus



"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94392 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.

Salvete,

I would like to second the sentiments of our Pontifex Maximus. The transcript of the censorial state funeral was quite moving. Cornelius Lentulus, thank you for sharing that detailed description. A magnificat ceremony for a Roman who gave so much and was so influential to the history of our res publica. 

I didn't know Galerius Paulinus well, but his accomplishments and and dedication to Nova Roma are clear upon reading the numerous stellar accounts of him. Clearly this is a Roman who has raised the bar high for those who follow in his foot steps. 

Valete,

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94393 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: in honor of all who fought for their nations ...
Omnibus in foro S.P.D.

Before this became Veterans' Day, it was Armistice Day, and it was a solemn
celebration of the end of World War I. It was also a time set aside to
honor and remember all the war dead of all Nations, but especially those who
lost their lives during that horrific war.

As a child, we celebrated November 11th at our school in a simple but
profoundly moving manner. At 11:11 AM, taps would play over the loud
speaker system, and we would all stop what we were doing, stand with bowed
heads, and keep silence for a minute or so. Even before I understood why we
did this, I understood that what we did was important and necessary.

As I always do on this day, I offer this very beautiful and familiar poem,
in memory, honor and gratitude to all who gave their lives for their Nations
in time of war.

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields

In Flanders Fields, by John McCrae

The other day, I was trying to explain to a 23 year old young man why the
original purpose of this day is so important, and should be remembered. He
couldn't understand why something that happened almost 100 years ago is
still so significant, or why we should bother about it. I explained to him,
finally that, like it or not, that global conflict not only changed the face
of war forever, but it changed society, as well, and that he and I, albeit
indirectly, are products of those changes. So, we remember, and I hope
that, in our remembering, we pray, and determine that Nations will never
embroil themselves in situations that cost the world an entire generation of
young people again.

Valete Bene
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94394 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-11
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
Salve Lentulus!
 
It is a pleasure to have attended a ceremony, albeit virtually, of such sincerity and beauty.  I commend you for a job well done for our dear Paulinus! He and his ancestors must be proud.
Vale,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS


On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 9:46 PM, "Publius Claudius Caecus publiusclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  

Salvete,

I would like to second the sentiments of our Pontifex Maximus. The transcript of the censorial state funeral was quite moving. Cornelius Lentulus, thank you for sharing that detailed description. A magnificat ceremony for a Roman who gave so much and was so influential to the history of our res publica. 

I didn't know Galerius Paulinus well, but his accomplishments and and dedication to Nova Roma are clear upon reading the numerous stellar accounts of him. Clearly this is a Roman who has raised the bar high for those who follow in his foot steps. 

Valete,

P. Claudius Caecus

On Nov 11, 2014, at 6:36 PM, "iulius sabinus iulius_sabinus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94395 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Thoughts after funeral, today on the last day of mourning
Salvete, Quirites!

First of all, thank to all of you who commented and reflected on the report of the funeral ceremony. I hope it was meaningful and it performed the role well what we intended with this funus censorium. And thanks to all who have helped make this happen, to the members of the collegium pontificum, who supported the initiative, to the senate, which accepted it, to both consuls, who administered the process, especially to consul Crassus, who was in charge of the administration. Thanks to L. Vitellius Triarius for creating the beautiful picture of grave stone for Paulinus with my epitaph poem on it, to Popillia Laenas, who helped me during the funeral, thanks to all citizens who prayed for Paulinus, during the funeral, and finally, thanks to Nova Roma for the generous donation to the family of Paulinus, supporting his real physical funeral.

Yesterday, Paulinus was buried in the Roman way: after the Underworld Gods, Paulinus' ancestors and Ceres and Vesta had been invoked, I burned the ritual image of Ti. Galerius Paulinus with a coin to Charon, and with a piece of the same sacrificial libum cake, as sacred tradition requires, which was offered to Ceres previously. After the ceremony, I placed the ashes into a beautiful little box, which I will preserve until there will be an opportunity to bury it together or next to the real remains of Ti. Galerius Paulinus. I have already offered the box containing his symbolic Roman ashes to Paulinus' brother, his closest living family member.

After his Roman burial yesterday, now we are spending this day in quiet reflection and prayer for Paulinus. The website is still in black, our souls are still heavy, but tomorrow a new day comes, a new life begins, and we uphold the sacred red flag of Nova Roma for Paulinus, and we carry on to continue the mission he always served with honor. Let tomorrow be a renewal of our efforts to become a better Roman, and a better man.

If you haven't paid a visit to our mourning website, you can still do it today:

http://novaroma.org/nr/Main_Page

VALETE!
Lentulus pontifex
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94396 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: State mourning for Ti. Galerius Paulinus
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

We observe today the last day of the state mourning in honor of Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

May we honor his memory in all our actions not only today but in all our actions towards Nova Roma.

Farewell Ti. Galerius Paulinus, may your memory live long in Nova Roma.

I ask all citizens and friends of Nova Roma to honor the memory and your prays for Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94397 From: Diana Octavia Aventina Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Re: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
That was lovely Pontifex.
 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94398 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: CENSORIAL STATE FUNERAL OF TI. GALERIUS PAULINUS R.I.P.
C. Aemilius Crassus Cn. Cornelio Lentulo SPD,

Thank you very much for this wonderful ritual in memory of Ti. Galerius Paulinus.

Vale optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94399 From: Tiberius Cassius Atellus Date: 2014-11-12
Subject: Tribute to Paulinus on the Chronicle
Salvete omnes,

It's been awhile since I've been on the fora, but today it is fitting that I offer a tribute of my own to Paulinus, even though I did not know him personally. I have posted this tribute on the Nova Roma Chronicle, having been given helpful insights from various citizens into the character and achievements of the man, and I am grateful to have seen him in action in Nova Roma during my time here.

Please find the tribute here:
http://novaromachronicle.blogspot.com

I pray my little contribution will be found acceptable and worthy of this man I wish I could have known.

Valete optime!

Ti. Cassius Atellus
Chronicler of Nova Roma
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94400 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to remember all citizens that the call for candidates for the offices of Quaestor and Curul Aedilis are open till November 15th.

Valete optime,
Crassus

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Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections that will occur as soon as possible. Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC", and the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for.

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Curulis Aedilis – 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 25 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 2 years.
Must have previously held the position of Plebeian Aedile, Provincial Governor, Quaestor or a Senator for at least 6 months.

Quaestor – 8 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least a year.
Must have previously have held the position of an Apparitor for at least 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94401 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to remember all citizens that the call for candidates for the offices of Praetor, Consul and Censor are open till November 15th.

Valete optime,
Crassus

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Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections that will occur as soon as possible.

Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC" and with the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Censor - 1 position
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor or Consul for at least 6 months OR held the position of Senator for one year.

Consul - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor, or Tribune of the Plebs for at least 6 months, or Provincial Governor for at least 3 years, or Senator for one year.

Praetor - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 27 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 3 years.
Must have previously held one or more of the following positions for at least six months: Tribune of the Plebs, Plebeian Aedile, Curule Aedile, Quaestor, or Senator for 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94402 From: Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: Re: Nova Roma Website Is Blacked Flagged and Darkened During the Sta
Lentulus Quadrae sal.

"Dis Manibus" means "To the Gods Manes". The Manes were gods of the Underworld, benevolent spirits of ancestors who died before us.

"Manibusan" would mean nothing, it's not Latin.

Vale!
Lentulus

Da: "Robin Marquardt remarq777@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
Salvete,
What does "Dis Manibus" mean?
Then what would "manibusan" mean?
Valete,
Tiberius Marcius Quadra



On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 10:49 AM, "'M. Pompeius Caninus' caninus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
 
M. Pompeius Caninus preator Cn. Cornelio Lentulo pontifici S.P.D.

Gratias Lentule! I deeply appreciate your work on the website for the
period of State Mourning. I have visited the website on my laptop and my
iPhone and the design conveys the deep sense of loss many of us feel.

Fac valeas!

Marcus Pompeius Caninus
Praetor
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94403 From: Bruno Zani Date: 2014-11-13
Subject: My candidacy for a praetorship
A. Liburnius Hadrianus C. Aemilio Crasso consuli Quiritibus omnibus S.P.D. 

I (Aulus Liburnius Hadrianus) announce  my candidacy for the position of praetor in the upcoming elections in the Comitia Centuriata .

I fit the requirements for the position since:
 
1) I have been an assiduus for over 3 years,
2) I am older than 27 years of age,
3) I have been a Tribune of the Plebs and Plebeian Aedile.

Vale et valete optime
ALH

 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94404 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen education i
P. Claudius Caecus omnibus SPD.

Today I have the pleasure of introducing a project which I hope will
inspire. For years I've been desiring to undertake this project, yet
only recently have I found the necessary time this initiative disserves.

I want to introduce you to a new Nova Roma citizen driven educational
institution. It’s called Academia Minervalis.

www.academiaminervalis.org

Why am I passionate about this project? It is because of the mission
which Nova Roma strives towards, to create a Roman culture for today.
This is something I've believed and lived for over a decade. I’m
convinced that we cannot achieve our mission without dedicated
educational outreach. Yes, Nova Roma has done this in the past. But
citizens, we can do so much more! I firmly believe that the foundation
upon which we build our culture is education.

Academia Minervalis can become a new social hub of Nova Roma, the
educational and cultural soul of our res publica. The courses the
academia will provide gives new citizens something to do besides
politics and yahoo email groups. It connects new citizens with old,
experienced with inexperienced. All of this in the name of Nova Roma and
a mutual love of Rome. Through this new hub of our community I hope that
we can reach out to the world in a new way. Recruit new citizens, and
inspire them to action. Idealistic? Yes indeed! But didn't our founders
create Nova Roma with such a mindset?

We have such talent within our ranks to make this possible. We have
citizens who are experts in Roman military history, literature,
language, politics, law, religion and more. Literally we have a bank of
knowledge on everything that could fall under the umbrella of culture. I
hope the Academia Minervalis will provide a welcoming community within
the larger Nova Roma society to those citizens who desire to share their
passions. The sodlitas are great resources. Yet, they exist in isolation
and in unorganized yahoo group archives. They have no advanced tools to
educate. I hope that the Academia Minervalis will provide a central
location where citizens of various interests can meet, exchange ideas
and build and take courses all towards furthering their own connection
with our culture and Nova Roma. I believe that this project has the
potential to provide a new outlet of expression for the sodlitas beyond
anything ever provided in Nova Roma’s history. It provides yet another
way to live as a Roman through formal education.

This is not the first academia. Some may recall that the Academia Thules
grasped at this goal and faltered. But the Academia Minervalis desires
to go much beyond what Thules attempted. This new academia’s first
primary goal is formal recognition of the Nova Roma senate. Written
directly into the founding charter of Academia Minervalis is the intent
to exist within Nova Roma under its constitution and laws. The Academia
Minervais will not be controlled by one person or one group. It has a
leadership structure designed to link it to leading Nova Roma citizens
from outside the institution and will also have regular leadership
change.


Okay, so what is Academia Minervalis exactly?

(A) It is an online school. It uses the latest in open source internet
technology to provide online courses to anyone at any time for free. It
does not have courses yet, but two are under development with more to
come. The courses contain recorded lectures, readings, assignment,
exams. Therefore, you can learn anytime you want, at your own pace
following a course syllabus. Because of the technology utilized many
exams can be graded automatically, providing instant feedback to the
learner. This is the very same software that is used by many
universities. I'm putting the finishing touches on implementing this
online system right now as the first courses are developed.

(B) Academia Minervalis also provides those citizens who want to
develop their own courses the infrastructure to so easily. Citizens
developing courses will be the lifeblood of this organization. Any
citizen can develop a course which is then reviewed by their peers and
published.

(C) Real time discussion between students and instructors is provided by
a message board operating independent of yahoo. Academia Minervalis
controls its entire infrastructure directly under its own server. You
can see our message board here: www.academiaminervalis.org/phpbb/. Why
don’t you drop by and say hello!

(D) Academia Minervalis also contains a peer reviewed academic journal
where original review articles and research will be published. This
could become a showcase for student assignments and a tool for
instructors who develop course readings.


How you can help:

I can’t make this project a success alone. I care deeply for Nova Roma,
and I believe this project can be an important part of its future. Yet,
without your passion mine will not be enough to carry this through.

(1) We need instructors to develop courses. More info at:
www.academiaminervalis.org/teach.html

(2) We need to make sure we have a solid operating structure. Help us
develop our operating procedures at:
http://www.academiaminervalis.org/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=1&sid=5ce5a78df0d80d12fa647ce6e57f9d15
These structures will protect the organization from abuse and guarantee
that it reflects the best of Nova Roma

(3) We will need students, but not yet! We are developing the courses
right now, so stay tuned! Are you knowledgeable on a topic? Then first
help us develop a course!

I've built this project out of a love for Nova Roma. I want to see Nova
Roma grow into its next phase of development, to become known as the
premiere place to celebrate Roman culture in all its colors. With this
web site I feel like I have built an empty vessel. Without you, my
fellow Romans, Academia Minervalis is nothing but a romantic idea. So I
now go before you all, hoping that you will assist me in nurturing this
fledgling institution into something great.

Now, I leave it in your hands and look forward to your comments.

Valete!

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94405 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Marcus Cornelius Varro P.C. Caeco omnibusque quiritibus s.p.d. 

Excellent !! This is probably the best way to do things: simply go forward and do it. I am much impressed by the setup of the website. 

I can offer a course in Facultas Artis et Scientiae: Roman Engineering and Architecture. I'll sign up for that one shortly, and record a first part during the Christmas holidays. Main focus of that first course: Vitruvius. 

Question: In the Literature Faculty, you propose a course on the Iliad. Why not the Odyssey ? I could do a one-hour talk on the Odyssey right now, without preparation. Care to add it ? 

Keep up the good work !! 

Salve, 

Varro. 



Fortuna audaces adiuvat - hos solos ? 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94406 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to recall all citizens that the call for candidates for elections in the Comitia Populi Tributa is open till tomorrow.

Valete optime,
Crassus

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Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections that will occur as soon as possible. Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC", and the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for.

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Curulis Aedilis – 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 25 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 2 years.
Must have previously held the position of Plebeian Aedile, Provincial Governor, Quaestor or a Senator for at least 6 months.

Quaestor – 8 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least a year.
Must have previously have held the position of an Apparitor for at least 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94407 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Fwd: Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to recall all citizens that the call for candidates for elections in the Comitia Centuriata is open till tomorrow.

Valete optime,
Crassus

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Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections that will occur as soon as possible.

Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:
C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC" and with the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name
- Your age
- The office you intend to run for

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Censor - 1 position
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor or Consul for at least 6 months OR held the position of Senator for one year.

Consul - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 30 years old
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.
Must have previously held the position of Praetor, or Tribune of the Plebs for at least 6 months, or Provincial Governor for at least 3 years, or Senator for one year.

Praetor - 2 positions
The minimum requirements are:
Must be at least 27 years old.
Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).
Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 3 years.
Must have previously held one or more of the following positions for at least six months: Tribune of the Plebs, Plebeian Aedile, Curule Aedile, Quaestor, or Senator for 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia
C. Aemilius Crassus
Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94408 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
SALVE ET SALVETE!

My first questions:
- which is the conection between this Academia and NR? It is official or unofficial? (if official requires the Senate approval)
- The Academia will be only representative for NR or allow other forms of representation outside NR? (for example groups which are in competition with NR)
TY

VALETE,
Sabinus


"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94409 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Salvete omnes,
 
This looks like an outstanding adventure, and one that is definitely and significantly needed at this particular time in our history.  We have lost many, many great minds and citizens, due to many factors of varying degrees in our history. Hopefully, this will present an opportunity for some of them to return, as well as fueling the fire for new membership from the academic community. The potential of this project is absolutely astounding, once you sit down and ponder the possibilities.  As far as formal recognition, I would wholeheartedly support this project in the Senate. I encourage anyone willing and able to contribute their time to this endeavor to do so immediately.  The faster this thing gets up and running, the faster people will have something fresh and productive to do, instead of lurking around the Forum.  Not to mention it could lessen the frequent and often useless, unproductive political squabbling that often occurs around here for lack of anything else to do. 
 
Well done, Caecus, well done!

Optime valete,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS


On Friday, November 14, 2014 3:56 AM, "iulius sabinus iulius_sabinus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
SALVE ET SALVETE!

My first questions:
- which is the conection between this Academia and NR? It is official or unofficial? (if official requires the Senate approval)
- The Academia will be only representative for NR or allow other forms of representation outside NR? (for example groups which are in competition with NR)
TY

VALETE,
Sabinus

"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94410 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Salvete omnes!

What a great news!!! Its a great step forward for our organization. We need such projects. 
I hope that Journal will be a piece of good work too. I can print it and give to our
faculty library or to Cabinet of History (Faculty of Arts - Charles University in Prague).

Optime valete!

Tiberius Iulius Nerva
Aedilis Plebis




Dne Pátek, 14. Listopad 2014 14:09 , "Lucius Vitellius lvtriarius@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
Salvete omnes,
 
This looks like an outstanding adventure, and one that is definitely and significantly needed at this particular time in our history.  We have lost many, many great minds and citizens, due to many factors of varying degrees in our history. Hopefully, this will present an opportunity for some of them to return, as well as fueling the fire for new membership from the academic community. The potential of this project is absolutely astounding, once you sit down and ponder the possibilities.  As far as formal recognition, I would wholeheartedly support this project in the Senate. I encourage anyone willing and able to contribute their time to this endeavor to do so immediately.  The faster this thing gets up and running, the faster people will have something fresh and productive to do, instead of lurking around the Forum.  Not to mention it could lessen the frequent and often useless, unproductive political squabbling that often occurs around here for lack of anything else to do. 
 
Well done, Caecus, well done!

Optime valete,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS


On Friday, November 14, 2014 3:56 AM, "iulius sabinus iulius_sabinus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
SALVE ET SALVETE!

My first questions:
- which is the conection between this Academia and NR? It is official or unofficial? (if official requires the Senate approval)
- The Academia will be only representative for NR or allow other forms of representation outside NR? (for example groups which are in competition with NR)
TY

VALETE,
Sabinus

"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94411 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave,

I have the same questions as our Senator Sabinus.

This, like many ideas, is outstanding in paper, but it depends on implementation and controls.  I am a college professor, I have been teaching for 8 years. I also have other concerns regarding other aspects given Nova Roma's past experience with the defunct academia thules.

Respectfully,

Sulla

 

SALVE ET SALVETE!

My first questions:
- which is the conection between this Academia and NR? It is official or unofficial? (if official requires the Senate approval)
- The Academia will be only representative for NR or allow other forms of representation outside NR? (for example groups which are in competition with NR)
TY

VALETE,
Sabinus

"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94412 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Omnibus in foro S. P. D.

 

While I find the concept of this project exciting, and would very much like to see it here, I do have some concerns.  First, I find myself somewhat uncomfortable with the way in which it was presented.  It was presented as an existing part of Nova Roma, almost ready to open its doors for business.  The approval of the Senate seemed to me to be merely an afterthought, of little, if any importance.

 

Now, I completely understand passion, and I completely understand and sympathize with enthusiasm. These things are much needed, and a breath of fresh air.  In fact, the larger the project, the more passion and enthusiasm are needed, because of the huge amount of effort that will be required to bring the project into full fruition.

 

However, to minimize or discount the role of the Senate in any major project that claims kinship with our organization, and represents itself as such is, to my mind, unwise, and verges on arrogance.  I would have thought that this would have been presented as a proposal, and that it would have first been presented to the Consuls (with full documentation, or a request for what documentation is needed) with a request to present the proposal to the Senate, and that this would have been made clear to citizens in the initial post.

 

I also have the same questions asked by the CFO and the Pontifex Maximus.  I have no problem with noncitizens participating in one of our projects, because such projects can and do generate interest, and attract new citizens.  However, I also think that, if this initiative is an acknowledged part of Nova Roma, a few decisions must be made.

 

For example, would a former citizen who has been banished for cause be allowed full access to this site?  On the surface, I can see why people might not see this as an issue, but this kind of access allows someone who, for example, is a member of an organization that the Senate has deemed hostile to Nova Roma and therefore a competing organization access not just to the courses, but to the forum, allowing that person to interact with new and potential citizens to draw them away from Nova Roma and in to their own organizations.  Yes, this sounds paranoid, and no, it isn’t. This is based on my observations of the conduct of particular individuals in other public venues.

 

Also, it must be understood that if this is to be a part of Nova Roma, it must not only be approved by the Senate, but accountable to the Senate in some way, on a continuous basis.

 

If it is to be separate from Nova roma (and I hope that is not a choice that is made), then of course, this organization has no input into the way it is run, or to whom full access is given.

 

Whatever happens, I wish you, Caece, the best of fortune in this, and I hope to be able to at least take a few courses, when they are ready.  Perhaps there will be other ways in which I can help, though I am not an academic, so I am unqualified to teach anybody anything.  Still, there are always jobs to be done, J.

 

Vale et valete bene!

C. Maria Caeca

Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94413 From: Filippo Zizzo Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Avete Quirites,
I'm a new entry in this organization and I see, I'm not surely just the right person to participate in this discussion because I'm not an academic fellow in University for literary matters, on the contrary I'm only a lecturer for Psychiatry in Medicine faculty and only a latinist for pleasure and my satisfaction but I think that this proposal (Academia Minervalis) is a wonderful occasion to express important contents and to build a correct image of New Rome, where men and women with "good will" give their time and part of their life for a project, that will be useful for scholars and lay people all over the world. Moreover, I think the words of  Caeca are deeply correct. Festina lente! ( make haste slowly!) . We need enthusiasm and joy in creative work but also assurance  that, what is done, cannot be used against  New Rome.
Forgive me, please, if I wanted to express my opinion, but I read you carefully and I feel sincere admiration for your positive desire to create substance from a wonderful dream. Yours sincerely.
 Albius Scribonius Nasica


Il Venerdì 14 Novembre 2014 21:21, "'cmc' c.mariacaeca@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
Omnibus in foro S. P. D.
 
While I find the concept of this project exciting, and would very much like to see it here, I do have some concerns.  First, I find myself somewhat uncomfortable with the way in which it was presented.  It was presented as an existing part of Nova Roma, almost ready to open its doors for business.  The approval of the Senate seemed to me to be merely an afterthought, of little, if any importance.
 
Now, I completely understand passion, and I completely understand and sympathize with enthusiasm. These things are much needed, and a breath of fresh air.  In fact, the larger the project, the more passion and enthusiasm are needed, because of the huge amount of effort that will be required to bring the project into full fruition.
 
However, to minimize or discount the role of the Senate in any major project that claims kinship with our organization, and represents itself as such is, to my mind, unwise, and verges on arrogance.  I would have thought that this would have been presented as a proposal, and that it would have first been presented to the Consuls (with full documentation, or a request for what documentation is needed) with a request to present the proposal to the Senate, and that this would have been made clear to citizens in the initial post.
 
I also have the same questions asked by the CFO and the Pontifex Maximus.  I have no problem with noncitizens participating in one of our projects, because such projects can and do generate interest, and attract new citizens.  However, I also think that, if this initiative is an acknowledged part of Nova Roma, a few decisions must be made.
 
For example, would a former citizen who has been banished for cause be allowed full access to this site?  On the surface, I can see why people might not see this as an issue, but this kind of access allows someone who, for example, is a member of an organization that the Senate has deemed hostile to Nova Roma and therefore a competing organization access not just to the courses, but to the forum, allowing that person to interact with new and potential citizens to draw them away from Nova Roma and in to their own organizations.  Yes, this sounds paranoid, and no, it isn’t. This is based on my observations of the conduct of particular individuals in other public venues.
 
Also, it must be understood that if this is to be a part of Nova Roma, it must not only be approved by the Senate, but accountable to the Senate in some way, on a continuous basis.
 
If it is to be separate from Nova roma (and I hope that is not a choice that is made), then of course, this organization has no input into the way it is run, or to whom full access is given.
 
Whatever happens, I wish you, Caece, the best of fortune in this, and I hope to be able to at least take a few courses, when they are ready.  Perhaps there will be other ways in which I can help, though I am not an academic, so I am unqualified to teach anybody anything.  Still, there are always jobs to be done, J.
 
Vale et valete bene!
C. Maria Caeca


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94414 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Figulus Caecae Sullae Sabino et. al. sal.

Maybe I'm reading this differently than you are, but the announcement didn't appear to me to imply that the institution is a part of, or recognized by, Nova Roma. I got the impression rather that it is an independent organization with one of its early goals being to seek recognition from the Senate in order to become part of Nova Roma.

Obviously only the original poster can clarify this, but that was the impression I got, which is apparently different from the impression the rest of you got...

Valéte!
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94415 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave,

You might want to re-read it again beginning with this paragraph.

Academia Minervalis can become a new social hub of Nova Roma, the
educational and cultural soul of our res publica.

The connection is explicitly stated.  Hence our concerns.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94416 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Figulus Sullae sal.

Yes, indeed I read "can," which is much different than "will," and depends on other circumstances, including accomplishment of the stated goal, which you might also have done well to re-read:

"This new academia’s first 
primary goal is formal recognition of the Nova Roma senate."

It is indeed explicit that it is not yet a part of Nova Roma.

Vale!
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94417 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave,

Hence you can see the reasons that we have voiced concerns.

I frankly have plenty of other concerns because the words peer review mean something very specific in academia...compared to the general population. 

If peer review is used as the most generic term possible...well we already have that with the wiki.  In which anyone can publish almost anything...and anyone can revise almost anything.   If we are talking academic standard peer review I'd hate to burst anyone's bubble but it's unlikely to work.  I worked with the Pontifex Maximus to establish minimum standards for members of the college.  My idea was to include academic papers every 3 or 6 months on a topic of the cultus deorum with minimum page length and minimum references.   I believe, part of it got adopted but it required compromises. 

Anyway,  I'll wait to see the response of the thread originator and I'll review the item when it hits the senate.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94418 From: A. Vergilius Figulus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Figulus Sullae sal.

Understood. And I didn't mean to start a debate over specific wording, just to mention that my impression of the whole was contrary to the impression that apparently everyone else got.

I like the idea of the project, and think if it were successful it would be a wonderful thing for Nova Roma. Nevertheless, even without the benefit of the experience with Academia Thules, I do share some of your concerns. It is a massive undertaking, not just with the founding of a peer-reviewed academic journal, but with quality control for the courses, etc. It's hard to expect success in such an endeavor.

And although I think an academic institution would be great for NR, I'm not sure NR is the best place for an academic institution. A liberal arts curriculum (and let's be real, we aren't going to be teaching much modern science and engineering in a classics-oriented school) needs a certain amount of independence that, considering past issues hinted at in this thread, the Senate would probably (understandably) be reluctant to grant.

Well, I'll watch with interest and see what comes out of this...

Vale!
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94419 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Vergili Figule omnibusque sal.

This is a open letter to those who have raised concerns. 

Figulus, thank you for pointing out our intentions. You are exactly correct. I'm quite confused as to where this confusion stems. 

Let my reiterate Academia Minervalis intentions explicitly for their is no uncertainty. 

Academia Minervalis is a CITIZEN driven initiative. 

From it's founding we seek eventual recognition of the senate. The form which this takes is open to discussion. But we seek this recognition once we are operational. All I've personally done so far is to build a framework to get the ball rolling and facilitate healthy discussion. I've donated my personal financial resources towards getting this early framework set up as gift to a cause I'm passionate about. This cause is Nova Roma and our community. Academia Minervalis is made for you, my fellow citizens of Nova Roma. It's a project of passion, optimism and love for this community.  It is nothing more or less. 

I have the highest respect for the senate and the leading bodies of our community. This is why I have raised the suggestion of inviting senators, magistrates, and even a pontifex to sit on the it's board of directors which consists of academia instructors. Of course, it is their personal choice if they wish to accept this invitation because we are, after all, just a group of private, but passionate Nova Roma citizens. But I do hope they would offer their time as it would be an effective way to address any concerns they may have while also working towards bringing a positive organization into Nova Roma. Also if think our board should after a different make up then we can discuss this too our the academia message board. 

For those who believe our intentions are otherwise, or that we are moving "too fast", I urge you to revisit the actual site, academiaminervalis.org. View our mission statement and more importantly view our charter on the message board. I've attempted to draft operating procedures which address many of the concerns raised. Yet, I know this is just a beginning. That's why I've asked all of you to help write our charter. If you have concerns I urge you once more to join us in developing the charter. Let's discuss on our message board (www.academiaminervalis.org/phpbb/) about how we can make Academia Minervalis best serve our community and how we can spread our mutual passion of all things Roman to each other and the world. To better achieve Nova Roma's mission. 

For those who say peer review cannot be achieved, or that our task is "too large" or "too hard" I ask you to encourage us rather than do the otherwise. When Nova Roma was young many viewed it with skepticism regarding its chances for success. Yet here it is today. Instead of being defeatist or being disheartened by the size of our task I urge my fellow citizens to unite behind a project which can strengthen our community. Yesterday there was no Academia Minervalis. Today there is one. We are making progress. The next part of this project's success is dependent on our citizens and their participation. I have faith in our community to achieve this goal, and I must say the support thus far as been overwhelming! After reading the messages of support both public and private I've never been prouder to be a Nova Roman. So much talent and so many willing to dedicate to this cause! I'm excited about the team which we are assembling. 

To all who have posted messages about Academia Minervalis, even those with doubts, thank you all for being interested. That's the most important thing at this point! We are together talking about a community project and in doing so shaping its future. That's a terrific thing to witness and Nova Roma is better for it!

Optime valete!

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94420 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave Publius Claudius,

Thank you for your response.  But, could you please answer the questions that Caeca raised?

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94421 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve Maria Caeca,
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94422 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve Caece and Salvete omnes!

 

Thank you so much for your clarification!  I will be visiting your site and message board, probably tomorrow, and I expect (smile) to be impressed.  I say that in a very positive mindset, BTW, not as a challenge!

 

If I like what I see as much as I think I will, then, of course, I will help in any small way I can.  I, also am passionate about this community … and will both help it and yes, become fierce if I think it needs protecting J.

 

Meanwhile, I have a more clear idea of how you are attempting to proceed, and what you are doing makes sense to me.

 

Vale et valete bene!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94423 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Salutem plurimam dicit,
Is there a salary, compensation, tax credit to those who teach?
How many hours per week is the instructor expected to work?
Tiberius Marcius Quadra
 



On Saturday, November 15, 2014 10:53 AM, "'cmc' c.mariacaeca@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  
Salve Caece and Salvete omnes!
 
Thank you so much for your clarification!  I will be visiting your site and message board, probably tomorrow, and I expect (smile) to be impressed.  I say that in a very positive mindset, BTW, not as a challenge!
 
If I like what I see as much as I think I will, then, of course, I will help in any small way I can.  I, also am passionate about this community … and will both help it and yes, become fierce if I think it needs protecting J.
 
Meanwhile, I have a more clear idea of how you are attempting to proceed, and what you are doing makes sense to me.
 
Vale et valete bene!
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94424 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave,

Are you referring to a tax credit within NR?

I have to be honest and ask...is this a serious question?

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94425 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-14
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve,

Like all NR related activities instructors are teaching for pleasure and as a voluntary service to the mission of Nova Roma. Academia Minervalis is entire non-profit. 

I want to raise a serious point here and something I'm excited about.  Because of the online system being used actual time demands on the instructors are minimized. We are all busy after all. Efficiency is important. Lectures are recorded and saved. Many types of exams are automatically graded etc. Interaction with the instructor is via the message board. How long an instructor spends on the board is their decision. The rest of the course is self directed. This overcomes two obstacles. First, instructor student scheduling. Second, time zone barriers. This technology being used is the same which is utilized at many universities. It really is what makes this whole thing possible. 

Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence? Something we can discuss on our message board. 

In a nut shell, Academia Minervalis gives the instructor the tools to design a course. After this initial time investment most of ones time would be spent answering questions and maybe marking assignments. 



P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94426 From: Robin Marquardt Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
TM.Quadra P. Claudius Caecus Salutem plurimam dicit,
Do we use our Roman name for the Instructor Application Form?
Tiberius Marcius Quadra


On Saturday, November 15, 2014 2:54 PM, "Publius Claudius Caecus pclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  

Salve,

Like all NR related activities instructors are teaching for pleasure and as a voluntary service to the mission of Nova Roma. Academia Minervalis is entire non-profit. 

I want to raise a serious point here and something I'm excited about.  Because of the online system being used actual time demands on the instructors are minimized. We are all busy after all. Efficiency is important. Lectures are recorded and saved. Many types of exams are automatically graded etc. Interaction with the instructor is via the message board. How long an instructor spends on the board is their decision. The rest of the course is self directed. This overcomes two obstacles. First, instructor student scheduling. Second, time zone barriers. This technology being used is the same which is utilized at many universities. It really is what makes this whole thing possible. 

Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence? Something we can discuss on our message board. 

In a nut shell, Academia Minervalis gives the instructor the tools to design a course. After this initial time investment most of ones time would be spent answering questions and maybe marking assignments. 



P. Claudius Caecus




On Nov 14, 2014, at 10:13 PM, Robin Marquardt remarq777@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94427 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve!

Yes, please. Your Roman name is preferred. Your citizenship number is also useful as it allows us to easily identify your Nova Roman identity. 

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94428 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Salvete, 

Just applied for the Roman Engineer and Architecture course ( and proposed to do it with a strong bias upon the works of Vitruvius ). 

M.C. Varro



Fortuna audaces adiuvat - hos solos ? 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94429 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-06: StCVIA CAC: Appointment of Quaestores for th

Ex officio Consularis Novae Romae:

CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-06: StCVIA CAC: Appointment of Quaestores for the office of Diribitor

Due the lack of electoral officers and in accordance with Lex Cornelia de quaestoribus the Consules have determined that:

I- The Quaestor Gaius Decius Laterensis is appointed Diribitor from this date till the end of the year 2767 AVC (2014 CE).
II-  The Quaestor Publius Quinctius Petrus Augustinus is appointed Diribitor from this date till the end of the year 2767 AVC (2014 CE).
III- The Consules express their gratitude to both Quaestores for accepting these increased responsibilities.

This edictum shall take effect immediately.

a.d. XVII Kal. Dec. St. Cornelia C. Aemilio cos. MMDCCLXVII AVC
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94430 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Last day of the call for candidates for the comitia centuriata elect

C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to remember all citizens that today is the last day for the call for candidates for the comitia centuriata elections.

Valete optime.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Centuriata elections that will occur as soon as possible.

Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:

C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC" and with the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name

- Your age

- The office you intend to run for

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Censor - 1 position

The minimum requirements are:

Must be at least 30 years old.

Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).

Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.

Must have previously held the position of Praetor or Consul for at least 6 months OR held the position of Senator for one year.

Consul - 2 positions

The minimum requirements are:

Must be at least 30 years old

Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (tax payer).

Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 4 years.

Must have previously held the position of Praetor, or Tribune of the Plebs for at least 6 months, or Provincial Governor for at least 3 years, or Senator for one year.

Praetor - 2 positions

The minimum requirements are:

Must be at least 27 years old.

Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).

Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 3 years.

Must have previously held one or more of the following positions for at least six months: Tribune of the Plebs, Plebeian Aedile, Curule Aedile, Quaestor, or Senator for 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia

C. Aemilius Crassus

Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94431 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Last day of the call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa e

C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to remember all citizens that today is the last day of the call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections.

Valete optime.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections.

The Consules of Nova Roma call for candidates for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections that will occur as soon as possible. Anyone wishing to run for these offices must send an email to:

C . Aemilius . Crassus @ gmail . com with subject "Elections CC", and the following information:

- Your Nova Roman name

- Your age

- The office you intend to run for.

The call for candidates is open from today, 7th November, to November 15th; the final list of candidates will be posted after the closing of the call for candidates.

The positions available are:

Curulis Aedilis – 2 positions

The minimum requirements are:

Must be at least 25 years old

Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax payer).

Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least 2 years.

Must have previously held the position of Plebeian Aedile, Provincial Governor, Quaestor or a Senator for at least 6 months.

Quaestor – 8 positions

The minimum requirements are:

Must be at least 21 years old.

Must be an Assiduus/Assidua (Tax Payer).

Must have been a citizen of Nova Roma for at least a year.

Must have previously have held the position of an Apparitor for at least 6 months.

Valete optime.

Sta. Cornelia Valeriana Iuliana Aeternia

C. Aemilius Crassus

Consules Novae Romae
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94432 From: Bruno Zani Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: My introduction
Aulus Liburnius Hadrianus Quiritibus omnibus S.P.D.

Cives, I am introducing myself to you since I am seeking your support for a praetorship in the upcoming elections. 

While I have generally maintained a low profile and I have nor sought office before, I have been  elected, by write in, to the position of tribune in year 2765 a.U.c.  and of aedilis plebis in the current year 2767 a.U.c. Thinking  about the responsibilities put twice in my hand by trusting citizens, made me take the decision to increase my involvement in the running of the res publica.

I am familiar with what the praetorship entails and I will be an absolutely fair and impartial moderator of the various mailing lists. I am currently managing several Yahoo, Google and Facebook lists. I believe in solving controversies and in conflict resolution before they become more serious and incurable.

I have spent the last 40 years in  the computer industry of Silicon Valley, prevalently on IBM mainframe software in the MVS,  VM and Unix versions. Even though I am retired, I am still available for consultations. My first P.C. was a Commodore 64 and I have built from scratch my own P.C. on several occasions.

Professionally I have always preferred the "doing" over  the "talking", and I have developed my own, sometimes laconic, way to communicate.

I am an Italian citizen, and speak fluently  Italian, English and French. I also dabble, in order, in Spanish, Portuguese, Latin, German and ancient Greek.

I became familiar  with the ancient myths and heroes of Rome and Greece at a very early age and I have always been fascinated by the richness and the relevance of their lessons to modern events.

If you have questions, please ask me. If you like this short profile, please vote for me.

Valete optime
ALH

 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94433 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-15
Subject: Call for candidates and official list of candidates

C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I would like to clarify that the call for candidates will be open till the end of the 15th and candidacies will be accepted till 11h59 am of 16th on GMT, the last moment when it is still the 15th somewhere on our planet.

The candidates are welcome to make any announcement they wish but only after all requirements are checked the final candidates list will be published and they are effectively candidates to the elections.

I expect to be able to publish the final and official list of candidates no later than 17th and the comitia will be called to order shortly after.

Valete optime.

Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94434 From: Holden Spain Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Provincial office
Salve 

This is Gaius Octavius Tranquillus 
 With the call for candidates coming to a close And elections coming up I would like to ask you how I might be a pointed to one of the offices and my province, America Mississippiensis. There is currently no governor and no one in the lower offices, Please let me know what I can do to be appointed to any office and my province. 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94435 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Provincial office

Ave,

They are appointed by the Senate.  You need to correspond with the consuls who set the Senate agenda.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94436 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Calls for candidates are closed
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

Since 11h59 am GMT the calls for candidates for the elections on the Comitia Centuriata and Comitia Populi Tributa are closed.

I would like to thank all citizens that have presented themselves as candidates for the elections.

The final and official list of candidates will be published as soon as all requirements for running for each office are checked.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94437 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
"Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence?"
 
I would be comfortable and content with a box of those gold foil-wrapped chocolate denarii...


Valete,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS


On Friday, November 14, 2014 11:55 PM, "Publius Claudius Caecus pclaudiuscaecus@... [Nova-Roma]" <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com  

Salve,

Like all NR related activities instructors are teaching for pleasure and as a voluntary service to the mission of Nova Roma. Academia Minervalis is entire non-profit. 

I want to raise a serious point here and something I'm excited about.  Because of the online system being used actual time demands on the instructors are minimized. We are all busy after all. Efficiency is important. Lectures are recorded and saved. Many types of exams are automatically graded etc. Interaction with the instructor is via the message board. How long an instructor spends on the board is their decision. The rest of the course is self directed. This overcomes two obstacles. First, instructor student scheduling. Second, time zone barriers. This technology being used is the same which is utilized at many universities. It really is what makes this whole thing possible. 

Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence? Something we can discuss on our message board. 

In a nut shell, Academia Minervalis gives the instructor the tools to design a course. After this initial time investment most of ones time would be spent answering questions and maybe marking assignments. 



P. Claudius Caecus




On Nov 14, 2014, at 10:13 PM, Robin Marquardt remarq777@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com


Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94438 From: Lucius Vitellius Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Salvete,
 
I just signed up to teach the Gods an Goddesses of Rome course.  I think the project is a great venture.  I have the same concerns about this project as I did with the Mons Aventinus wiki project years ago...nothing.  I never sought Senate approval and never will.  I turned it over to community members and it is still running.  If the project grows and the Senate chooses not to approve it, then it can grow and become what it will.  If it takes non-NR students or instructors or board members or whatever, then the more the merrier.  Maybe it could become one of NR's greatest funnels for new membership. 
 
What we do NOT need to do is slap a pile or NR rules, regulations and directives on the project, stunt its growth, and doom it to utter and complete failure before it gets started.  If there is that much Senatorial concern, which I have not heard at all, then the Academia Thules/Ebola scare is unwarranted.  The problem with AT was it was pretty much controlled by Saturninus, who got pissed off and took his toys and left the playground.  This happened before the "big civil war" issue and does not need to be alluded that it was part of it...just for reference for those who were not here then.
 
IMO, this is no different that starting a sodalitas.  Yes, there are more detailed issues.  Concerning the peer review, I find it impossible to expect this aspect to be successful if the peer review is to be conducted from the sole perspective of the NR Senate or contained solely within the NR membership.  It will require collaboration with others outside of NR to work, otherwise, it is not a peer review but a joke. That is what a peer review is-a third party review.
 
This is a great project with a lot of potential, however, it is the same exact project, whether it has the NR stamp of approval or not.


Valete,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS


On Sunday, November 16, 2014 11:37 AM, Lucius Vitellius <lvtriarius@...  

Salve,

Like all NR related activities instructors are teaching for pleasure and as a voluntary service to the mission of Nova Roma. Academia Minervalis is entire non-profit. 

I want to raise a serious point here and something I'm excited about.  Because of the online system being used actual time demands on the instructors are minimized. We are all busy after all. Efficiency is important. Lectures are recorded and saved. Many types of exams are automatically graded etc. Interaction with the instructor is via the message board. How long an instructor spends on the board is their decision. The rest of the course is self directed. This overcomes two obstacles. First, instructor student scheduling. Second, time zone barriers. This technology being used is the same which is utilized at many universities. It really is what makes this whole thing possible. 

Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence? Something we can discuss on our message board. 

In a nut shell, Academia Minervalis gives the instructor the tools to design a course. After this initial time investment most of ones time would be spent answering questions and maybe marking assignments. 



P. Claudius Caecus




On Nov 14, 2014, at 10:13 PM, Robin Marquardt remarq777@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com




Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94439 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
SALVE ET SALVETE!

Here is not about the project, which by the way is great, or the Senate approval. Anyone should be able to do whatever want as time is not official. When it comes about the relation with Nova Roma is another thing. The official relation shall be very clear. It is or it is not.
And Saturninus was not bored. He used Nova Roma for his project and when the project started to work, he took care to delimit the project from Nova Roma. When the project get down of course was the Nova Roma fault. I for one want as Nova Roma to not be used for specific interests. Therefore I will always sustain a project which has a bound with Nova Roma, but a project which states very clear which is the relation between the two entities.

VALE,
Sabinus


"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94440 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
 
L. Vitelli Triari omnibusque sal.
 
Our newest instructor raises good points. For any academic institution to thrive there needs to be a degree of independence. I personally don't see this being any different for Academia Minervalis. Senate approval could take various forms, the exact form it eventually would take is something the stakeholders, the Nova Roma citizens, should discuss. The message board at www.academiaminervalis.org/phpbb/ shows the early draft of the rules around these issues. As Vitellius Triarius mentioned, could this proposed draft have too many rules? Maybe? Again we need your input. It would be contrary to the principles of Academia Minervalis for me to hand such rules out in their final form. I also believe Vitellius Triarius' points demonstrate why we should polish these rules up on the message board. There is certainly room for improvement. 
 
Currently the Academia Minervalis is in an embryonic form. It's depending on a few dedicated individuals, one being L. Vitellius Triarius, to grow and thrive. Right now simple collaboration between passionate citizens is enough. But as the academia grows beyond this group of founders it will need some operating procedures to stand on its own two feet. I certainly plan on handing the reigns to someone else in the future. What I don't want happening is what happened in Academia Thules. I hope that our finalized rules will prevent a group or an individual from hijacking the organization for their own purposes. I also want to prevent indoctrination politically. The solution I've proposed is inviting a limited number of individuals for a limited term to sit on its board. This board in my mind would be ideally nearly balanced between external reps and internal reps. I don't think we need to fear any external representation as long as academic integrity is maintained. I think the academia can be better for the external view points. 
 
Can the senate and Nova Roma reject Academia Minervalis? Of course, absolutely! Will both organizations be weaker for it? I believe they will. But I also believe that the Academia Minervalis would not simply go away under these circumstances. It would continue as a organization where many Nova Roma citizens work and learn. It would want to remain close to Nova Roma. I sincerely believe that Nova Roma has more to lose from turning down the academia. Nothing would make me happier than to raise the majestic red SPQR flag on the homepage right next to the emblem of the Academia Minervalis on www.academiaminervalis.org. 
 
I want to digress for a moment and talk about something I feel is of critical importance. This issue is bigger than Academia Minervalis. I want to briefly discuss Nova Roma's view on external collaboration. Ancient Rome, the spiritual ancestor of Nova Roma was a melting pot of ideas and cultures. It attempted to bring peoples from across its territories into the fold. It survived the centuries, in part, because of this. The concept of this far flung citizenship is one pioneered by Rome. We must not shy away or fear external peoples from interacting with the res publica. I understand bad experiences have been had in the past. But we must embrace, dare I say it, positive foreign influences. This is essential for the growth of Nova Roma and its future. After all, prior to citizenship we were all outsiders at one time.  Of course we need regulations in place to safe guard Nova Roma from malicious intent. I'm not saying Nova Roma must be vulnerable, quite the contrary. But we must remember that most such collaboration holds the potential of being overwhelmingly positive. I would hope Academia Minervalis reaches out to any individual who wants learn about of share knowledge regarding to Rome without a prerequisite being citizenship. This process is essential to peer review, as Vitellius Triarius mentioned. But it is also essential to gaining more knowledge and getting closer Rome itself. The details on, limits and processes of how external collaboration will work needs to be written. I urge those interested to visit our message board (www.academiaminervalis.org/phpbb/) to propose ideas on this important topic.
 
If Nova Roma is to succeed in its mission. To grow beyond a wiki and a yahoo group, it needs to adopt this open attitude, and recover from past trauma. We need to tear open the gates and reach out. Academia Minervalis is poised to point many people towards Nova Roma. It desires to gather up the people and send them to Rome. To enrich our community.  I beseech you my fellow Romans, when our provinces are quiet and the conversation within the sodlitas infrequent, can we afford to not reach out? 
 
Few things are more powerful than education. Cliche, yes, but true. Education as a form of outreach and as a way of building a community is what Academia Minervalis is about. From the support received thus far, I do believe that we, as a community recognize this. The inspirational volunteers such as, L. Vitellius Triarius have convinced me of this fact. The many citizens who have exemplified voluntary industriousness towards the lofty goal of Academia Minervalis are the future of Nova Roma. I am utterly convinced of this and excited to see where they will take this project.
 
Valete!
 
P. Claudius Caecus
 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94441 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve Sabine, Triari omnesque,

I agree with Sabinus in that the relation should be very clear.

I too completely agree with Triarius, let the project stand as citizen project and grow by itself. If it strives great for it and will attract more citizens if not it would be sad but that it is life.

The connection to NR won't be lost if many citizens work on it but not everything needs to be state organised or sponsored.

Just my opinion about it.

Valete optime,
Crassus

 

SALVE ET SALVETE!

Here is not about the project, which by the way is great, or the Senate approval. Anyone should be able to do whatever want as time is not official. When it comes about the relation with Nova Roma is another thing. The official relation shall be very clear. It is or it is not.
And Saturninus was not bored. He used Nova Roma for his project and when the project started to work, he took care to delimit the project from Nova Roma. When the project get down of course was the Nova Roma fault. I for one want as Nova Roma to not be used for specific interests. Therefore I will always sustain a project which has a bound with Nova Roma, but a project which states very clear which is the relation between the two entities.

VALE,
Sabinus

"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94442 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
A. Tullia Scholastica L. Vitellio Triario quiritibus bonae voluntatis S.P.D. 

 

Salvete,
 
I just signed up to teach the Gods an Goddesses of Rome course.  I think the project is a great venture.  I have the same concerns about this project as I did with the Mons Aventinus wiki project years ago...nothing.  I never sought Senate approval and never will.  I turned it over to community members and it is still running.  If the project grows and the Senate chooses not to approve it, then it can grow and become what it will.  If it takes non-NR students or instructors or board members or whatever, then the more the merrier.  Maybe it could become one of NR's greatest funnels for new membership. 

ATS:  Indeed.  
 
What we do NOT need to do is slap a pile or NR rules, regulations and directives on the project, stunt its growth, and doom it to utter and complete failure before it gets started. 

ATS:  Exactly.  

If there is that much Senatorial concern, which I have not heard at all, then the Academia Thules/Ebola scare is unwarranted.  The problem with AT was it was pretty much controlled by Saturninus, who got pissed off and took his toys and left the playground. 

ATS:  As one of the two teachers from the AT who is still in NR, please allow me to correct some points here.  The course server (there were two servers, one for the courses, one for the AT as a whole) broke, possibly because its tender, Quintilianus, shut it off every time there was a dark cloud in the Swedish sky.  Methinks the switch broke from overuse.  Saturninus has a fetish about time management, and refused to devote the time necessary to repair the server.  Without the course server, obviously there could be no courses offered.  We had flourishing Latin courses taught by two different methods, a preliminary course finishing up, and numerous other courses listed at the AT (not sure if others were in progress, but one taught by MMA might have been) when the server failed.  We found a separate home for the Latin courses (and may add to them next year; Greek may be on the menu for the future, and more Latin surely is), but I suspect that any other courses in progress simply vanished.  
I don't think Saturninus took his toys and went home (Quintilianus owned the course server, not Saturninus), but his refusal to have it repaired or to repair it himself was fatal.  I hear that he walked away from the RPR, taking his toys with him, but that was not strictly the case with the AT. 

This happened before the "big civil war" issue and does not need to be alluded that it was part of it...just for reference for those who were not here then.

ATS:  Yes, some must be reminded about ACTUAL history, rather than the imagined version.  
 
IMO, this is no different that starting a sodalitas.  Yes, there are more detailed issues.  Concerning the peer review, I find it impossible to expect this aspect to be successful if the peer review is to be conducted from the sole perspective of the NR Senate or contained solely within the NR membership.  It will require collaboration with others outside of NR to work, otherwise, it is not a peer review but a joke. That is what a peer review is-a third party review.

ATS:  Exactly.  I might say more on this topic, but shall refrain.  Schoolwork beckons.  
 
This is a great project with a lot of potential, however, it is the same exact project, whether it has the NR stamp of approval or not.

ATS:  Yes, and we have reenactment legions which work very well quite apart from any supervision from the NR Senate; at least one of the most successful legions wants no part of that. There is no need for such supervision, which might be more harmful than helpful..  


Valete,
 
L VITELLIVS TRIARIVS

Vale, et valete.  


On Sunday, November 16, 2014 11:37 AM, Lucius Vitellius <lvtriarius@...

Salve,

Like all NR related activities instructors are teaching for pleasure and as a voluntary service to the mission of Nova Roma. Academia Minervalis is entire non-profit. 

I want to raise a serious point here and something I'm excited about.  Because of the online system being used actual time demands on the instructors are minimized. We are all busy after all. Efficiency is important. Lectures are recorded and saved. Many types of exams are automatically graded etc. Interaction with the instructor is via the message board. How long an instructor spends on the board is their decision. The rest of the course is self directed. This overcomes two obstacles. First, instructor student scheduling. Second, time zone barriers. This technology being used is the same which is utilized at many universities. It really is what makes this whole thing possible. 

Maybe we could offer teaching awards (not financial) to motivate instructors to strive for excellence? Something we can discuss on our message board. 

In a nut shell, Academia Minervalis gives the instructor the tools to design a course. After this initial time investment most of ones time would be spent answering questions and maybe marking assignments. 



P. Claudius Caecus




On Nov 14, 2014, at 10:13 PM, Robin Marquardt remarq777@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com




Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94443 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati


Salve,

If this is the case, why does the state sponsor Sodlitas? What different principles are at play here than with the Academia? What does the state have to loose from endorsing the academia? Not many organizations would refuse to extend a hand to an organization looking to better educate their members on topics of relevance. Especially considering this organization asks for nothing material in return. 

State sponsorship could assist in the growth of the academia and this in return assists the growth of Nova Roma, a symbiotic relationship. Right now Nova Roma's only constant daily presence is a wiki and a yahoo list. This is after 16 years. I'm surprised that some citizens desire it to remain as such. Academia Minervalis offers to build a solid academic community within Nova Roma. It's curious to me why the state would be reluctant to formally endorse and get behind such an activity. Maybe I'm missing something?

State sponsorship does not have to equate to total state control. That seems awfully black and white and contrary to Nova Roma's history with the sodlitas and mission statement. 

Again, what relationship is formed with the senate is a matter for healthy discussion. But an attitude of, "survive and that's awesome for us, die than oh well". That's not the type of attitude which is going to make citizens motivated towards growing our small organization or taking on increasingly ambitious projects which will extend our influence beyond a yahoo email list. 

I don't think this attitude generally reflects the will or interest of the citizen. 

Valete, 

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94444 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Ave,

I hope you have controls to prevent the "Scholastica affect."

Vale,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94445 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-16
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
Caninus sal.

I support this education project. However, if a relationship with Nova Roma is desired, as the website and discussion here suggests, then we should enter into a memorandum of understanding so the academy and Nova Roma can agree on the general outline of the project. An MOU gives both parties a written document to guide the relationship in broad terms without any legally binding terms. This would likely be a very brief document and it would probably contain much of the same kind of language as the academy's website regarding the mission of the academy and its relationship to Nova Roma. Given the statements made regarding the intended make up of the board for the academy, there will likely be at least a few NR Senators providing guidance. The academy's board and the MOU will provide adequate protection for Nova Roma without placing an undue burden on the academy.  

Bene valete! 

Marcus Pompeius Caninus
 
 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94446 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

Salve M. Pomei Canine,

Have you seen the charter? The draft was released at the time the academia was launched.

Founding Documents - Academia Minervalis

 

This is the document which this relationship is outlined. It's not perfect, but it is a start. I've been encouraging citizens to discuss this document on our message board and improve it.


This could be the document we eventually approach the senate with.


Vale,


P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94447 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
M. Pompeius Caninus P. Claudio Caeco spd.

The founding document will probably be of some interest to members of the Senate; however, it does not define the relationship between Nova Roma and Academia Minervalis. More importantly, it does not define what Nova Roma expects from the project nor does it specify and duties or obligations Nova Roma may have towards the project. A memorandum of understanding will define in broad terms what the two parties expect to achieve through collaboration in the project. It will outline the duties of Nova Roma as well as the duties of Academia Minervalis. For instance, the MOU will likely need a clause something like this:

"The Academia Minervalis and Nova Roma will use or display the name, emblem, or trademarks of the other organization only in the case of defined projects and only with the prior, express, written consent of the other organization."

Such a clause provides a means for Academia Minervalis to use the Nova Roma trademark while also limiting the use of Nova Roma's trademark so it will not be abused. A clause like this will also help protect the name and emblems of Academia Minervalis. 

Other clauses in the MOU might spell out a code of conduct, a termination date, and a requirement for annual or periodic joint reviews to go over metrics, strategic goals or to develop new plans. It might even spell out what happens when one of the two organizations decides to pack up their toys and go home. 

Fac valeas!

Marcus Pompeius Caninus
Senator
 
 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94448 From: iulius sabinus Date: 2014-11-17
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati
SALVETE!

Exactly. That is. Thanks Canine!
Such initiative how the Academia is awesome. I will be near those who endorse it. A formal agreement document is necessary between Academia and Nova Roma. This document will not limit the Academia's other initiative or relations. But it will assure the safety of Nova Roma. I am sorry to disappoint a few who are more emotional but I and a few other here witnessed too much how Nova Roma was sacrificed for other interests. Usually things start with good intention but in time change.

Note:
And NR is not only on wiki and yahoo. It is also in Second Life where we have great interactions with educational sims, where in collaboration with Roma sim we organize conferences, relaxing activities and so on.

VALETE,
Sabinus

"Every individual is the architect of his own fortune" - Appius Claudius

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Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94449 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Official candidates list for the elections in the Comitia Populi Tri
C. Aemilus Crassus omnibus SPD,

I'm glad to inform that all citizens that present themselves for these elections fulfill the legal requirements.

The official list of candidates is:

Aedilis Curulis:
There aren't candidates for this office.

Quaestor:
Ti. Cassius Atellus
Gaius Claudius Quadratus
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus
Tiberius Iulius Nerva
Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis

The elections will be hold in final of November, starting the contio few days from now.

My thanks to all citizens that have present themselves for these elections.

Valete optime,
Crassus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94450 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Elections in the Comitia Centuriata
C. Aemilius Crassus omnibus SPD,

I regret to inform that due the need to clarify some technical data the elections in the Comitia Centuriata will be moved to December, tentatively from December 4th to Deccember 10th.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94451 From: publiusclaudiuscaecus Date: 2014-11-18
Subject: Re: Introducing Academia Minervalis: A new Nova Roma citizen educati

P. Claudius Caecus Senatui M. Pompeio Canino S.P.D.

Superb suggestion. Your advice is very sensible, and I can clearly see what you are recommending from your example which you posted. This is a exactly the type of advance we need regarding our founding documents. I will encourage that such a memorandum of understanding be discussed on the academia message board. Maybe you would like to contribute some further suggestions or provide insight into what the senate may find useful in this regards?

Academia Minervalis - Index page


P. Claudius Caecus
www.academiaminervalis.org


 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94452 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Salvete omnes!

This is new FB page by Officium Aedilicium Plebis. 


I hope that my succesors will manage this page too. They should inform about events and so on.


Valete bene!

Tiberius Iulius Nerva
Aedilis Plebis
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94453 From: Jan van Oort Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Salvete omnibus, 

given the proven volatility of social media in the recent past, I can only wonder about the appropriateness of tying communications regarding a Nova Roma ( high ) public office to such a medium, renowned for the instability of its privacy and commercial re-use terms ? 

( The same is true, IMHO, for such hype-laden, quickly-appearing and fast-disappearing environments as Second Life, which would hardly stand any test as "serious medium". ) 



Valete. 

M.C. Varro



Fortuna audaces adiuvat - hos solos ? 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94454 From: C.Maria Caeca Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
Omnibus in foro S. P. D.

Social media have become an integral part of the cyber environment,
and participation in them offers several fairly obvious possible
advantages. They give us a more public presence. They can, and do,
attract new citizens. They allow us to interact in new ways with both
our own citizens and people who share some, or all, of our interests.
We have had an active Facebook group for some years, and I know of
several individuals who began their association with us on that group
and have, since, become citizens. We have had a Nova Roma Facebook
page for some time, and it has received over 1,000 “likes”. “Likes”,
BTW, are a kind of social media “currency” so getting them is a loose
gauge of the page’s popularity. So far as I know, there have been no
serious security issues with either of these, and I doubt there will
be.

In addition, we have a Twitter presence, as well as our own Pinterest
board. In short, we are becoming active in the 21st Century, and this
is, and will continue to be, to our benefit.

As far as Second Life is concerned, before dismissing it as
insignificant and not serious, I suggest strongly that people actually
establish a free account, and look to see what Consuleris and former
Censor Gn. Iulius Caesar and our current Pontifex Maximus, former
Consul, and former Censor T. Iulius Sabinus have created. It is more
than worth seeing, and like all things, one can find both the serious
and the trivial in Second life, and you will get out of it what you
are willing to put into it. However, to simply dismiss this, or any
of our efforts out of hand is unfair, narrow minded and arrogant, in
my opinion.

I wish the Plebeian Aedile good fortune with this new page, and look
forward to watching it flourish.

Vale bene!
C. Maria Caeca



On 11/19/14, Jan van Oort exercitussolus@... [Nova-Roma]
<Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94455 From: Publius Claudius Caecus Date: 2014-11-19
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
P. Claudius Caecus Aedili Ti. Iulio Nervae omnibusque S.P.D.

Well done! I applaud your efforts! I personally am not at fan of Facebook. However, despite my own personal preferences I see and appreciate the value of the work you have done here. Nova Roma must grow. Anything which can draw new citizens to our res publica is a great thing! When our provinces are quiet, and our sodalitas nearly silent we do not have the luxury of being hypercritical of the media in which we reach out to the world. Especially when such media is free. Ti. Iulius Nerva's efforts appear professional and innovative. They will potentially bring new enthusiastic and fresh minds into our community. That is never a bad thing. 

Again, thank you Aedile!

Curate, ut valeatis!

P. Claudius Caecus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94456 From: qfabiusmaximus Date: 2014-11-20
Subject: Re: Nova Roma - Officium Aedilicium Plebis
 
 
In a message dated 11/19/2014 3:33:44 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com writes:
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94457 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Salvete Quirites et omnibus in foro!

This is a second call for candidates to run for the positions of Tribunus Plebis (5 positions) and Aedilis Plebis (2 positions) to be elected by the Comitia Plebis Tributa.

The tentative schedule for these elections is as follows:

Call for Candidates:  To expire at 11:59 p.m. (Rome time) on November 28th.
Announcement of Candidates:  November 30th.
Contio:  December 3rd through 5th.
Voting Period:  December 7th through 9th.
Announcement of Results:  December 10th.

Any eligible citizen who wishes to run for Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis should respond to this announcement with the following information:

Full Roman name,  age,  position sought.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (per the Lex Pompeia de cursu honorum):

Tribunus Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 25 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 18 months.

Aedilis Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 18 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 6 months.

NOTE TO CURRENT PLEBEIAN MAGISTRATES

The Lex Salicia de prorogatione et cumulatione prohibits a magistrate from being a candidate to succeed himself in the same office.  However, there is an exception in the case where the number of candidates is fewer than the number of offices to be filled.  Accordingly, any current Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis who wishes to run for another term of office should respond.  If at the conclusion of this Second Call of Candidates there are fewer other eligible candidates than positions to be filled, the candidacy will be allowed.

If anyone wishes to make a private inquiry, I may be reached at c.claudius.quadratus@...

Valete!

C Claudius Quadratus
Tribunus Plebis
Presiding Magistrate
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94458 From: muskegcorner Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: [Nova-Roma] PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Salivate,

I wish to run for this years election of Tribune Plebs, I am 45 years of age; Titus Sicinius Lupus and a citizen of good standing.

Valet,
Lupe

Sent from Surface Pro

From: charlesaronowitz@... [Nova-Roma]
Sent: â€ŽFriday‎, ‎21‎ ‎November‎ ‎2014 ‎05‎:‎12
To: nova-roma@yahoogroups.com, backalley@yahoogroups.com, religioromana@yahoogroups.com, novaroma-announce@...

 

Salvete Quirites et omnibus in foro!

This is a second call for candidates to run for the positions of Tribunus Plebis (5 positions) and Aedilis Plebis (2 positions) to be elected by the Comitia Plebis Tributa.

The tentative schedule for these elections is as follows:

Call for Candidates:  To expire at 11:59 p.m. (Rome time) on November 28th.
Announcement of Candidates:  November 30th.
Contio:  December 3rd through 5th.
Voting Period:  December 7th through 9th.
Announcement of Results:  December 10th.

Any eligible citizen who wishes to run for Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis should respond to this announcement with the following information:

Full Roman name,  age,  position sought.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (per the Lex Pompeia de cursu honorum):

Tribunus Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 25 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 18 months.

Aedilis Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 18 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 6 months.

NOTE TO CURRENT PLEBEIAN MAGISTRATES

The Lex Salicia de prorogatione et cumulatione prohibits a magistrate from being a candidate to succeed himself in the same office.  However, there is an exception in the case where the number of candidates is fewer than the number of offices to be filled.  Accordingly, any current Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis who wishes to run for another term of office should respond.  If at the conclusion of this Second Call of Candidates there are fewer other eligible candidates than positions to be filled, the candidacy will be allowed.

If anyone wishes to make a private inquiry, I may be reached at c.claudius.quadratus@...

Valete!

C Claudius Quadratus
Tribunus Plebis
Presiding Magistrate
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94459 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Scholastica, please check in
C. Maria Caeca A. Tulliae Scholasticae S. P. D.

I just learned of the severe weather conditions in your area, and I am
concerned for your safety and well-being. Please check in to the list so
that we know all is well, and if you need any help I can arrange over the
phone, please advise.

Gratias tibi ago!

Vale bene!
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94460 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
A. Tullia Scholastica C. Mariae Caecae aliisque bonae voluntatis S.P.D. 

Fortunately for those of us in my immediate area, we are not in the hardest-hit areas, and did not receive four to six feet of snow Tuesday or another foot or two Thursday.  We did get about a foot and a half over the last few days.  Even in the less affected areas, schools, colleges, and universities have been closed since Tuesday, Amtrak was cancelled from Albany to Cleveland (may still be; not sure), the Thruway has been closed from near Rochester to the Pennsylvania line (they are about to reopen it, but not the exits); people have been stranded there for days.  There have been deaths and roof collapses, and due to many driving bans, people are running out of food and gasoline.  The situation is terrible, but unfortunately for those not bonae voluntatis, I am not among the worst affected; we got a good bit of snow, but the roads are clear and good neighbors helped one another, although I have plenty of shoveling to do.  

Hope you are well, Maria, and not suffering too much from the polar vortex.  I hear it got rather nippy in Atlanta, too.  Maybe it even snowed…many thanks for asking, and for your note, which, however, did not make it to my primary mail system.  Neither did a post from Mr. Gallagher yesterday, although both made it to the secondary one.  Will try to respond via other means (though not the telephone); the normal mail systems seem to be ailing from the snow.    

Valeas!  

 

C. Maria Caeca A. Tulliae Scholasticae S. P. D.

I just learned of the severe weather conditions in your area, and I am
concerned for your safety and well-being. Please check in to the list so
that we know all is well, and if you need any help I can arrange over the
phone, please advise.

Gratias tibi ago!

Vale bene!
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94461 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in

Salve Scholastica!

 

I am extremely relived to hear from you!  I was in the process of unearthing your address, preparatory to calling the PD in your town to do a “check on the welfare of”, which would have annoyed them, being busy I’m sure, and you, no doubt, inordinately, but I was determined to make sure you were OK, and had food and such. 

 

Glad all is at least passably well with you, and no, we didn’t get snow, just cold and lots of wind.

 

Vale bene!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94462 From: Marcus Prometheus Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: FROM QUORA: ​What would the world be like today if we were still u
 World History
From your digest email
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Caesar Berlusconi I, having overthrown Matteo Renzi to recapture power, gazed at the map of his Roman Empire plastered on the palace wall. He smiled with satisfaction—the Empire now ran the breadth of the Western Hemisphere. 

Americus, Britannia, Gaul, Germania, Espana, Italia, Jerusalem...all his provinces. He’d even made peace with the Vatican, though he knew from the disapproving glances that Pontifex Maximus Francis was no fan of his lifestyle.

Looking out the large window at the Imperial Palace, he could see his fleet of chariot-cars: the Ferraris, the Lamborghinis, the Maseratis and the one Alfa Romeo he kept as a private joke. 

Not that taking the Ferrari chariot-car to work was all that quick. Damn the peasants and their little Fiats, clogging up the lanes and cutting around like the lines were invisible. Even the Gauls drove better than that.

Caesar Berlusconi glanced back at the map. There was still so much to conquer, but it had been years since his legions had been sent out to seize more countries and turn them into Roman provinces.

He knew who was to blame. Americus Senator Baracus Obami’s peace-at-all-costs attitude was driving him crazy. Why was he not sending the legions to battle the gladiators in the desert? It’s not like he didn’t have a big army at his disposal…what were they all doing, playing Call of Duty on their XBoxes?

​

He’d had such high hopes for Obami too. He’d appointed him the first black Senator. He might have even considered letting Obami be his successor after his passing… he’d have been only the second black Emperor after Septimius Severus in A.D 146. 

But not now. No, he’d let him stay just two more years while deciding who to replace him with. Maybe that ambitious Hilari Clintona, he could make her the first woman Senator in that part of the empire. 

Or maybe he should elevate Dickus Cheni, sidekick of a former Senator, but who rumours claimed was the real power at that time. He seemed like a straight shooter too, except for that one time when he went quail-hunting and his aim was a bit off.

Damn, just thinking about that Obami made him mad. He was letting little punks like Justin Beiber run around and corrupt the people with his terrible music...what did they call it, pop? How he missed Pavarotti; his mood was aways better when the fat man was there to sing in his court. 

His mind drifted in recollection… 

'o sole mio sta nfronte a te!
'o sole o sole mio
sta nfronte a te ... sta nfronte a te

My sunshine, your bright face? Obami was not spreading any sunshine on his face, that was for sure. Why had he not converted everyone to Roman Catholicism yet was beyond him. Look at what was happening because of that. When Obami told him the citizens in Americus were having a gay old time, he didn’t think he meant men were prancing around with men, and women with women. Though, come to think of that… 

Maybe he should take the Alitalia Flying Chariot and spend some time to mingle with the women at the White House Piazza. He’d bring his own Chianti though. What was that lousy gift offering of wine that Obami sent him last Caesar’s Day? Napa Valley? What kind of a name was that for a wine anyway?

And what about that other important province, Britannia! Was SenatorDavid Cameroni losing his grip? He almost let Scotland break away from the Empire and become independent. Today it would be tiny Scotland, tomorrow it might be mighty India. Wait, what...when did that happen? Hadn’t a previous Emperor sent Sonia Maino of Vicenza to India to become Senator? Damn it, he should learn to use this new-fangled internet thing to get the news, the courier pigeons couldn’t be trusted to bring him bulletins any more.

He heard this internet thing had a whole library of information on a site called Wikipedia. But the site was run by some Jimmy of Wales. Didn’t sound very Roman. Hopefully this Jimmy of Wales wasn’t going to do a Scotland and try to get independence for Wales too. If he had true allegiance to the Caesar, he’d change his name to Walesi or Waleso or Walesa…not that adding the vowels made it sound much better.

Luckily he heard there was a new internet House of Knowledge being built, and it had a grand Roman name too, Quora. And it had fine contributors with authentic Roman names like D'Angelo and Balaji and Saito and Vranaand Beixi and Virali and Siri.

Hey, wasn’t Siri the name of that fine performer he watched on the Roman XTV network last night? Nah, what was he thinking, a performer like that who was also intelligent? Ha, ha. That reminded him, he should throw another “bunga bunga” party. He could invite Sabina and Mara and Angelaand Alessandra. It wasn’t like Empress Veronica was around anymore to throw a fit.

Or maybe he could ask Obami to send over that woman from Americus with the sex tape, what was her name, Paris Hilton?

Yes, he could always have Paris.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94463 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Salve, Lupe!

I acknowledge receipt of your request to be registered as a candidate for Tribunus Plebis.  Please advise me as to whether or not you meet the requirements of being assiduus (a taxpayer), having 18 months of citizenship, and 6 months of prior service as set forth in the call for candidates.

Vale!
Quadratus

To: Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
From: Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 16:26:01 +0000
Subject: Re: [Nova-Roma] PLEBEIAN ELECTIONS - 2nd CALL FOR CANDIDATES

 

Salivate,

I wish to run for this years election of Tribune Plebs, I am 45 years of age; Titus Sicinius Lupus and a citizen of good standing.

Valet,
Lupe

Sent from Surface Pro

From: charlesaronowitz@... [Nova-Roma]
Sent: â€ŽFriday‎, ‎21‎ ‎November‎ ‎2014 ‎05‎:‎12
To: nova-roma@yahoogroups.com, backalley@yahoogroups.com, religioromana@yahoogroups.com, novaroma-announce@...

 

Salvete Quirites et omnibus in foro!

This is a second call for candidates to run for the positions of Tribunus Plebis (5 positions) and Aedilis Plebis (2 positions) to be elected by the Comitia Plebis Tributa.

The tentative schedule for these elections is as follows:

Call for Candidates:  To expire at 11:59 p.m. (Rome time) on November 28th.
Announcement of Candidates:  November 30th.
Contio:  December 3rd through 5th.
Voting Period:  December 7th through 9th.
Announcement of Results:  December 10th.

Any eligible citizen who wishes to run for Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis should respond to this announcement with the following information:

Full Roman name,  age,  position sought.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (per the Lex Pompeia de cursu honorum):

Tribunus Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 25 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 18 months.

Aedilis Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 18 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 6 months.

NOTE TO CURRENT PLEBEIAN MAGISTRATES

The Lex Salicia de prorogatione et cumulatione prohibits a magistrate from being a candidate to succeed himself in the same office.  However, there is an exception in the case where the number of candidates is fewer than the number of offices to be filled.  Accordingly, any current Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis who wishes to run for another term of office should respond.  If at the conclusion of this Second Call of Candidates there are fewer other eligible candidates than positions to be filled, the candidacy will be allowed.

If anyone wishes to make a private inquiry, I may be reached at c.claudius.quadratus@...

Valete!

C Claudius Quadratus
Tribunus Plebis
Presiding Magistrate
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94464 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-07: Appointment of Diribitor for the Comitia Pop

Ex officio Consularis Novae Romae:

CONSULAR EDICTUM 67-07: StCVIA: Appointment of Diribitor for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections

Due the few number of electoral officers and in accordance with the emergency clause of the Lex Cornelia de vigintisexviris it is determined that:
I- Gaius Aemilius Crassus is appointed Diribitor for the Comitia Populi Tributa elections that have been called to order from November 21st to November 30th, occupying such duties till the moment the official results are given to the presiding magistrate.
II- Gaius Aemilius Crassus will not receive any Century Points for this assignment.

This edictum shall take effect immediately.

a.d. XI Kal. Dec. St. Cornelia C. Aemilio cos. MMDCCLXVII AVC
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94465 From: A. Tullia Scholastica Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in
A. Tullia Scholastica C. Mariae Caecae S.P.D. 

I am using the Yahoo version of webmail as other mail is spotty at present, and have copy-pasted your note below.  They are indisposed to do that.  

Salve Scholastica!

 

I am extremely relived to hear from you!  


I am happy to hear from you as well!  


I was in the process of unearthing your address, preparatory to calling the PD in your town to do a “check on the welfare of”, which would have annoyed them, being busy I’m sure, 


I'm sure!   


and you, no doubt, inordinately, but I was determined to make sure you were OK, and had food and such. 


I'm in reasonably good shape.  Today the absence of snow and presence of sun has helped get the roads open; even most of the Thruway exits are open now, although many roads are still closed.  Not right here, though.  My immediate area rarely gets the worst of this type of storm, and this time did not.  We got snow, but not impossible volumes thereof.  

 

Glad all is at least passably well with you, and no, we didn’t get snow, just cold and lots of wind.


Glad to hear you are doing well, and did NOT get snow!  I know you have no love for that stuff!  Still, anything below 90 must be unpleasant in Hotlanta…  ;-) 

 

Vale bene!


Et tu!


C. Maria Caeca


A. Tullia Scholastica 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94466 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: Re: Scholastica, please check in

Salve Scholastica!

 

Um, last time I checked, Atlanta isn’t on the equator, quite …so anything below, oh, 40F or so is cold, and anything below freezing is …unthinkable.  As to snow, well, I have reached the point in my life when I can look out the window, pretend it’s all a pretty postcard, turn up the heat, wrap up in something, and just ignore the whole show J.

 

Vale bene!

C. Maria Caeca, who, in fact, has no love for snow, except in snow globes or on postcards.  Same goes for ice, but even more so.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94467 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tributa
Sta. Cornelia Aeternia Consul Omnibus in foro S.P.D.


It is with great  pleasure to summon the Comitia Populi Tributa. With the summoning of this Comitia the election season is officially launched.

This Comitia will elect the Quaestors 

The schedule will be as follows:

9:00 pm (Arizona Time) November 21st - Contio is Open
9:01 pm  (Arizona Time) November 26th - Contio is Closed
9:01 pm(Arizona Time) November 27th - Voting is Open
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 1st - Voting is Closed
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 2nd - Comitia is officially closed.

Presiding Magistrate: Statia Cornelia Juliana Aeternia Consul


The Candidates for Quaestor are as follows:

Ti. Cassius Atellus
Gaius Claudius Quadratus
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus


Valete bene,
Statia Cornelia Aeternia
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94468 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-21
Subject: **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tributa
Sta. Cornelia Aeternia Consul Omnibus in foro S.P.D.

It seems this may have been sent a bit early additional info has been added.



It is with great  pleasure to summon the Comitia Populi Tributa. With the summoning of this Comitia the election season is officially launched.

This Comitia will elect the Quaestors .

The schedule will be as follows:

9:00 pm (Arizona Time) November 21st - Contio is Open
9:01 pm  (Arizona Time) November 26th - Contio is Closed
9:01 pm(Arizona Time) November 27th - Voting is Open
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 1st - Voting is Closed
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 2nd - Comitia is officially closed.

Presiding Magistrate: Statia Cornelia Juliana Aeternia Consul


The Candidates for Quaestor are as follows:

Ti. Cassius Atellus: Date of Citizenship: 06/10/2011  
Gaius Claudius Quadratus: Date of Citizenship: 08/04/2012
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus : Date of Citizenship: 07/24/2004
Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis: Date of Citizenship: 04/17/2013
Tiberius Iulius Nerva: Date of Citizenship:  08/02/2011

All candidates are running for the Office of Quaestor and meet the minimum legal requirements.


Valete bene,
Statia Cornelia Aeternia
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94469 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-23
Subject: Re: **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Populi Tribut
Salvete omnes,

I would like to thank to all five candidates to Quaestor and I will be voting in all of them. It is very reassuring to see so many candidates to the Quaestorship to many the first step in the Cursus Honorum.

As said I will vote in all but would like to say some words concerning the candidates I had the opportunity to work closer and more often.

Ti. Cassius Atellus is actually scriba to both Consules and have shown immense dedication and work to Nova Roma including Live Broadcasting among other projects. I'm sure he will be a great Quaestor and hope to see him in other higher offices in the future.

I have been lucky to work with C. Claudius Quadratus both with him as Tribunus and Augur and always had his immediate assistance whenever I requested. More I remember the talks about the Roman calendar when he have just joined NR and keep by my side his amazing calendar he sent me.

Cn. Cornelius Lentulus doesn't need introduction and as also always been a great help whenever I need a Pontifex assistance.

I haven't the pleasure yet to work Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis and Tiberius Iulius Nerva but I'm certain they will perform well as Quaestores.

I ask all citizens to vote on all five candidates in these elections.

Valete optime,
Crassus

Belle Morte Statia syrenslullaby@... [Nova-Roma] <Nova-Roma@yahoogroups.com
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94470 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-25
Subject: Revised Dates **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia Pop
Sta. Cornelia Aeternia Consul Omnibus in foro S.P.D.

In an effort to comply with existing laws...



It is with great  pleasure to summon the Comitia Populi Tributa. With the summoning of this Comitia the election season is officially launched.

This Comitia will elect the Quaestors .

The schedule will be as follows:

9:00 pm (Arizona Time) November 21st - Contio is Open
9:01 pm  (Arizona Time) November 26th - Contio is Closed
9:01 pm(Arizona Time) November 27th - Voting is Open
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 2nd - Voting is Closed
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 4th - Comitia is officially closed.

Presiding Magistrate: Statia Cornelia Juliana Aeternia Consul


The Candidates for Quaestor are as follows:

Ti. Cassius Atellus: Date of Citizenship: 06/10/2011  
Gaius Claudius Quadratus: Date of Citizenship: 08/04/2012
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus : Date of Citizenship: 07/24/2004
Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis: Date of Citizenship: 04/17/2013
Tiberius Iulius Nerva: Date of Citizenship:  08/02/2011

All candidates are running for the Office of Quaestor and meet the minimum legal requirements.


Valete bene,
Statia Cornelia Aeternia

--
"De mortuis nil nisi bonum"
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94471 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-25
Subject: Re: Revised Dates **CORRECTION** The Official Summons of the Comitia

Salvete Omnes!

 

I think we have an excellent slate of candidates for Quaestor this year, and my only comment is that I am very happy to see the number of candidates who are running!  I can’t remember the last time we had 5 qualified candidates for these entry level, and therefore crucial, positions.  I wish each candidate the best of Fortuna’s gifts, and, because of the number of offices, will be able to vote for all of them!

 

Valete bene!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94472 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Official candidates list for the elections in the Comitia Centuriata
C. Aemilus Crassus omnibus SPD,

The following candidacies were accepted for the Comitia Centuriata elections:

For Censor:
Publius Annæus Constantinus Placidus

For Consul:
Marcus Pompeius Caninus

For Praetor:
Aulus Liburnius Hadrianus
Sextus Lucilius Tutor

The elections, pending favorable auspices, will be held from December 4th to December 10th.

My thanks to all citizens that have present themselves for these elections.

Valete optime,
Crassus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94473 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Election schedules changes
C. Aemilius Crassus Quiritibus SPD,

I would like to warn all citizens that the announced elections schedules may be changed.

As soon as the schedules are corrected and checked they will be published.

As the magistrate that has been coordinating or assisting the other magistrates with this year elections I assume full responsibility on any inconvenience the alterations may cause.

Valete optime.
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94474 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-26
Subject: Wishing all of you ...
Salvete Omnes!

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day in the US, and one of our traditions is to be
mindful of those things and people for which we are grateful. So, to those
who celebrate, I wish you the happiest of Holidays, and to those who don't,
have a great day and a great weekend. To all of you, I count among the
things for which I am grateful that you are who you are, and that you are
*here*. Sometimes we disagree. Sometimes we see things differently, but in
the long run, these differences are essentially unimportant. You have
touched my life, and by doing so, you have blessed it, and *that* is, at the
end of the day, what I remember, and what I treasure.

Valete quam optime!
C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94475 From: Belle Morte Statia Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Sta. Cornelia Aeternia Consul Omnibus in foro S.P.D.

It is with great pleasure to call the Comitia Populi Tributa to vote. 

The final voting schedule is as follows:

9:01 pm(Arizona Time) November 27th - Voting is Open
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 4nth - Voting is Closed

Citizens are advice that they should avoid voting in the days Nefasti, 1st, 2nd and 3rd of December.

Presiding Magistrate: Statia Cornelia Juliana Aeternia Consul

The Candidates for Quaestor are as follows:

Ti. Cassius Atellus: Date of Citizenship: 06/10/2011  
Gaius Claudius Quadratus: Date of Citizenship: 08/04/2012
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus : Date of Citizenship: 07/24/2004
Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis: Date of Citizenship: 04/17/2013
Tiberius Iulius Nerva: Date of Citizenship:  08/02/2011

All candidates are running for the Office of Quaestor and meet the minimum legal requirements.


Valete bene,
Statia Cornelia Aeternia
--
"De mortuis nil nisi bonum"
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94476 From: Jiri Rys Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: [NovaRoma-Announce] VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
Salve!

Elections are through Album Civium this year?

Tiberius Iulius Nerva
Aedilis Plebis


Dne ÄŒtvrtek, 27. Listopad 2014 21:25 , "Belle Morte Statia syrenslullaby@... [NovaRoma-Announce]" <NovaRoma-Announce-noreply@yahoogroups.com
 

Sta. Cornelia Aeternia Consul Omnibus in foro S.P.D.

It is with great pleasure to call the Comitia Populi Tributa to vote. 

The final voting schedule is as follows:

9:01 pm(Arizona Time) November 27th - Voting is Open
9:01 pm (Arizona Time) December 4nth - Voting is Closed

Citizens are advice that they should avoid voting in the days Nefasti, 1st, 2nd and 3rd of December.

Presiding Magistrate: Statia Cornelia Juliana Aeternia Consul

The Candidates for Quaestor are as follows:

Ti. Cassius Atellus: Date of Citizenship: 06/10/2011  
Gaius Claudius Quadratus: Date of Citizenship: 08/04/2012
Gnaeus Cornelius Lentulus : Date of Citizenship: 07/24/2004
Gnaeus Rutilius Viminalis: Date of Citizenship: 04/17/2013
Tiberius Iulius Nerva: Date of Citizenship:  08/02/2011

All candidates are running for the Office of Quaestor and meet the minimum legal requirements.


Valete bene,
Statia Cornelia Aeternia
--
"De mortuis nil nisi bonum"
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94477 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: [NovaRoma-Announce] VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Ave,

Yes.  Through the cista.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94478 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Salve Consul!

 

Are we using the cista or Votingplace?  Thanks!

 

Vale bene!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94479 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Ave,

I'm not the consul, hehe, but we are using the cista.

Vale,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94480 From: cmc Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Salve Sulla!

 

Gratias tibi ago ..and unless something happened that I don’t know about, you hold an entirely different office this year J

 

Vale bene!

C. Maria Caeca
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94481 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA

Lol and next year too. ;)
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94482 From: M. Pompeius Caninus Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Re: VOTE IS OPEN- COMITIA POPULI TRIBUTA
M. Pompeius Caninus omnibus in foro sal. 

The cista opens in about five hours for the Comitia Populi Tributa. 

Voting will be through the Cista Novae Romae, which is accessed through your Album Civium page. 

Casting a ballot

  1. Make sure you are familiar with our voting procedure.
  2. Carefully check the schedule below for your correct voting times for each comitia.
  3. Go to your Album Civium page. Make sure you are logged in via the box on the right of the screen.
  4. Click on "vote here...".
  5. Click on the "go vote" button.
  6. Cast your ballots.
  7. Make a note of your ballot number. You will need it if there are problems with your vote.


You can read about voting in Nova Roma at Voting procedure (Nova Roma). 

Optime valete!
 
Marcus Pompeius Caninus
 
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94483 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-27
Subject: Plebeian Elections - Final Call for Candidates - Revised Voting Peri
Salvete omnibus in foro!

The Plebian Elections will be held during the next two weeks for the positions of Tribunus Plebis (5 positions available) and Aedilis Plebis (2 positions available).  Following is the revised schedule:

The Final Call for Candidates is open through midnight (Rome time) on November 28th
Announcement of Qualified andidates:  November 30th
Contio:  December 3rd through 5th
Voting Period: December 7th through 13th
Announcements of Results: December 16th

Any eligible citizen who wishes to run for Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis should respond to this announcement with the following information:

Full Roman name,  age,  position sought.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (per the Lex Pompeia de cursu honorum):

Tribunus Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 25 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 18 months.

Aedilis Plebis:  Must be Plebeian, assiduus, at least 18 years of age as of the date of assuming office, have served for at least six months as apparitor, lictor, provincial governor, senator or as any elected official, and have been a citizen for at least 6 months.

NOTE TO CURRENT PLEBEIAN MAGISTRATES

The Lex Salicia de prorogatione et cumulatione prohibits a magistrate from being a candidate to succeed himself in the same office.  However, there is an exception in the case where the number of candidates is fewer than the number of offices to be filled.  Accordingly, any current Tribunus Plebis or Aedilis Plebis who wishes to run for another term of office should respond.  If at the conclusion of this Final Call for Candidates there are fewer other eligible candidates than positions to be filled, the candidacy will be allowed.

If anyone wishes to make a private inquiry, I may be reached at c.claudius.quadratus@...

Valete!

C Claudius Quadratus
Tribunus Plebis
Presiding Magistrate
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94484 From: iulius_sabinus Date: 2014-11-28
Subject: Activities of the Collegium Pontificum
SALVETE!

Based of the Collegium Pontificum schedule of activities during the month of November every year, the Pontifex Maximus, in the collegium name, send a report of activities to the Senate. The report was sent for this year.
However I want as our citizens to have an idea too about the collegium activities. For that I post here the point F of the report.
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F. Rites, sacrifices, inaugurations:


Sacred fire – permanentely keep by the Virgo Vestalis Maxima, C. Maria Caeca.


January:

New Year Ritual – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus .

Compitalia – M. Pompeius Caninus.

Concordia festival  – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.


February:

Quirinalia – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.


March:

Concordialia – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Ludi Novi Romani – L. Vitellius Triarius and Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Dies natalis Nova Roma – L. Vitellius Triarius.

Anna Perenna – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Megalesia – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Caeremonia Equiria – Q. Fabius Maximus and L. Vitellius Triarius.


April:

Parilia – Q. Claudius Quadratus in Rome, Italy; C. Decius Laterensis  and Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Vinalia – Q. Fabius Maximus.


May:

Mars Invictus – C. Decius Laterensis .

Floralia – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus .

Lemuria – Q. Fabius Maximus .

Mercuralia – T. Iulius Sabinus .


June:

Fortuna – Q. Fabius Maximus.


July:

Furinalia - M’ Titinius Silvanus.August:


August:

Nemoralia – M’ Titinius Silvanus.

Augustalia – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus and L. Vitellius Triarius.

Opiconsivia – M. Pompeius Caninus.

Volturnalia – M. Pompeius Caninus.


September:

Ti. Galerius Paulinus – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.

Volcanalia – M. Pompeius Caninus.

Temple inauguration – C. Claudius Quadratus in Montreal.


October:

Ludi Romani - L. Vitellius Triarius.

October equus – C. Decius Laterensis  and M. Pompeius Caninus.


November:

Funum censorum – Cn. Cornelius Lentulus.


G. Activities and other contributions:


Permanent: prayers, libations: C.Maria Caeca, Cn. Cornelius Lentulus, L. Vitellius Triarius, Q. Fabius Maximus, M. Pompeius Caninus.

Annales Maximi – Cn. Iulius Caesar and T. Iulius Sabinus.

Res Gestae Divi Augusti – C. Claudius Quadratus – international event.

Memorial to Ti. Galerius Paulinus – Cn. Iulius Caesar and T. Iulius Sabinus.

Religious calendar – T. Iulius Sabinus


Note: these are only a part of the rites, activities and contributions of the collegium members. The complete details are presented in the sacerdotal reports to the Collegium Pontificum. They are available for anyone interested in order to assure the transparency of the college activities. Among these many other activities were done: ludi events, template rituals,  coin contests, studies, researches, answers to inquires, legion reenactment assistance and so on.

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VALETE,

T. Iulius Sabinus

Pontifex Maximus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94485 From: Aemilius Crassus Date: 2014-11-28
Subject: CALL TO CONVENE A FORMAL MEETING OF THE SENATE - December 4th to Dec
CALL TO CONVENE A FORMAL MEETING OF THE SENATE - December 4th to December 10th

Presiding Magistrate:  Gaius Aemilius Crassus, Consul

Quorum:

Decius Iunius Palladius is on Leave - his Proxy is assigned to Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix
To our great sadness Senator Ti. Galerius Paulinus has passed away.

SCHEDULE:

00:00 AM Rome Time of pr. Non. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 4th 2014): Call to order. Debate period commences.

00:00 AM Rome Time of a.d. VIII Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 6th 2014): Recess of session.

00:00 AM Rome Time of a.d. VII Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 7th 2014): Restart of debate.

11:59 PM Rome Time of a.d. VI Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 8th 2014): Debate period ends.

00:00 AM Rome Time of a.d. V Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 9th 2014): Call to vote. Voting period commences.

11:59 PM Rome Time a.d. IV Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (December 10th 2014): Voting period ends.

11:59 PM Rome Time a.d. III Id. Dec. 2767 AVC (October 28th 2014): Call to close issued before this time.

AGENDA:
I- Budget for 2015 (Debate and vote).
II- Tax rate for 2015 (Debate and vote).
III- Increase Class fee (Debate and vote).
IV- Database migration bids (Debate and vote).

Aproved items within the Senate Policy Committee will be add to agenda till the call to order.

ATTACHMENTS:

Nil currently. Initial draft Senatus consulta required for item to be
put to the vote will be presented at the time of the call to
order,

NOTES:

A. Current tribunes to have standing right to speak at any time during
this session. No prior permission required.
B. Rome Time = GMT +1 / CET
C. Presiding magistrate: C. Aemilius Crassus
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94486 From: Robert Woolwine Date: 2014-11-29
Subject: Brief notice

Avete  Omnes,

With the elections and comitia summoned there will be no action with regards to the approval of new citizens in the censors office until the comitia's are closed.

Respectfully,

Sulla
Group: Nova-Roma Message: 94487 From: gattarocanadese Date: 2014-11-29
Subject: Plebeian Elections - Announcement of Candidates
Salvete, omnibus in foro!

The following citizens have submitted announcements of candidacy and appear to meet all of the requirements of the Lex Pompeia de cursu honorum for the respective offices sought:

For the office of Tribunus Plebis

1.  A. Vergilius Figulus,  Citizen # 14560
2.  C. Tullius Valerianus,  Citizen # 00257

For the office of Aedilis Plebis

1.  A. Iulius Paterculus,  Citizen # 13008

For information regarding the background of any candidate, consult the Album Civium.

The Comitia Plebis Tributa will be called to order at 12:01 a.m. (Rome time) on December 3rd.  The contio (debate and discussion period) will end at 11:59 p.m. on December 5th.  During the first 48 hours of the contio, additional prospective candidates for the offices of Tribunus Plebis and Aedilis Plebis may submit notices that they wish to run for office.  During the contio, a candidate may publish statements in support of his/her candidacy.

The voting period will commence at 12:01 a.m. on December 7th and end at 11:59 p.m. on December 13th.

The election results will be announced and the Comitia session will close on December 16th.

Citizens with inquiries should contact c.claudius.quadratus@...

Valete!

C Claudius Quadratus
Tribunus Plebis
Presiding Magistrate