From: utzoo!decvax!harpo!uwvax!rodolf
Newsgroups: net.nlang
Title: Re: Spelling is not language
Article-I.D.: uwvax.504
Posted: Sat Jul 24 14:51:49 1982
Received: Tue Jul 27 02:09:11 1982
References: watmath.3071

I think what is just as important to remember, however, is that if a language
is to be represented (i.e., spelling) there must be an agreed-upon convention,
namely, that a specific idea be represented in a specific manner (spelling).
To flout these conventions invites criticism. To stifle the argument 
concerning color and colour, humor and humour that I know will be forthcoming,
I point out that already in many European countries there are two forms of
"English": English English and American English. If you are trying to form an
alternate language, you may try, but I suggest a little more backing might be
in order.

					Rick Lindsley
					uwvax!rodolf