cones and cues...i dont understand???

holland said:
It's the name of the shop/pool hall in Mi. I don't think the story was worth outing the shop over.
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I don't even see what the issue is, someone was asked to play in a tournament far as I could tell. Was he not allowed to leave unless he played? Were they calling him names? Threw a drink in his face? Inquiring Minds Want To Know!!! Maybe it's a really cool story ruined by bad writing.

So there was this chick, you know I really dug her, she was all like on her balcony in her underwear and stuff being all sexy. By our parents just did not understand us, they got all in our biddiness you know man? Bummer! So we had to sneak around to do it, like in the back of my car, her friends house. Then she got a hold of some bad sh1t and died, well, I thought she died, so I ate a bullet man for her cause I'm so like that with love. And she got up and saw the mess and posted it on facebook.
 
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lastdimetaker said:
I going to the pool hall today In Monroe Michigan. Little kid Running the place I get a kick out of it.. I buy a towel A couple of drinks Hey new brake jump cue. Trade the shaft for different shaft. I spent $260. .. now i. have to work. They have a tournament tonight. The father comes in. And I overhear him say my name in the tournament. I quickly explain that I couldn't play in the tournament I have to go to work. Then they give me a hard time. I shouldn't have to explain anything I do.... if I don't wanna play in a tournament.. I don't want to play . What you get a good customer then you run them off.. all i can say is wtf..
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I'm sorry this happened to you. If I were you I'd watch out for signs of PTSD. The whole situation is just terrible all around.
 
For everyone here: the guy had some good time in this poolroom. He played good pool with good people. He bought some stuff from their pro shop. He was put on a list for a in house tournament without being asked. The owner demands the reg. fee. He doesnt wants to play in the tourney tho. He leaves after got some heavy words .... Now he is pissed...that's what I got from his writing...
I would be pissed too.

Sent from my SCH-I535
 
DoubleD said:
I hope you had a good cry and a massengill to get over the trouble they caused.
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Always the one we can count on for straightforward advice.

Is there a certain flavor of Massengill you recommend or will any one do just fine?






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it happens more than one would like to think. exact same thing happened to me but i didn't buy much equipment but when i would matchup with someone i would spend an easy $50 just on my share of table time, plus when i play the booze and tips would be another fifty. owner and son would ***** and moan about me not playing in a tournment with the likes of shannon daulton and lesser known road players with a $50 entry fee that lasts a good 30 hrs when they know i have trouble playing 5 hrs max and i can't walk for 2-3 days. and like i said they KNOW ME TOO. i finally just give up on the room.
 
thintowin said:
it happens more than one would like to think.
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I've been automatically entered into tournaments before too. I don't get angry about it, I simply base my decision on what time I have to be awake in the morning and how much Kentucky Bourbon is behind the bar.


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Ghosst said:
Seriously, still don't get it... Cones & Cues? Do they give you ice-cream with your table time? Traffic pylons?

Mondays are stupid.
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pt109 said:
Thanx, B-B....that's a strange name for a pool hall.....they deserve a little steam.
I used to go to Munroe in the 70's to play 3cushion...
..can't remember the name of the joint, but I know it wasn't Cones and Cues.
Who the hell wouldn't remember THAT name?
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"Cones & Cues" had/has a little ice cream cooler like a mini Baskin Robbins. It was always a kids place even though the original owner played a little and you could gamble and take him off sometimes. They always just had funky 7ft Connely tables and he would try to have small tournaments there even though there was absolutely nowhere to sit.

The place was small and tight where your butt was on the rail of the table next to you if you were anywhere near the rail on your table.


PT, you're thinking of "The Silver Cue" which was owned by Mike Donnely the billiard player.

It was later owned by Pam Treadways' father who had it for a few years in the early 2000's.
 
This is one of those situations were you would of had to be there to grasp level of abuse directed toward the OP, or you could just say that the guys at the pool hall were giving him the business, and the OP just wants to vent.
Very few men can walk away from a rabid TD unscathed, and lastdimetaker found that out the hard way.
 
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hang-the-9 said:
I have a pool story also. Sunday I drove my kid to the Jr League, was hanging out, I spent about $12 on a beer and some drinks for my son. Then a few hours later, the owner asked me if I wanted to watch something else on TV. I mean where did he get off asking me?? I said I was OK with what was on, but I'm never coming back there again. Hope you all enjoyed this story, it was so important in the pool world, just wanted you all to be aware that there are pool hall managers that ask players stuff, keep an eye out for them.
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"like"

You're a literal virtuoso! :thumbup2:
 
stevelomako said:
"Cones & Cues" had/has a little ice cream cooler like a mini Baskin Robbins. It was always a kids place even though the original owner played a little and you could gamble and take him off sometimes. They always just had funky 7ft Connely tables and he would try to have small tournaments there even though there was absolutely nowhere to sit.

The place was small and tight where your butt was on the rail of the table next to you if you were anywhere near the rail on your table.


PT, you're thinking of "The Silver Cue" which was owned by Mike Donnely the billiard player.

It was later owned by Pam Treadways' father who had it for a few years in the early 2000's.
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Thanx, Steve......3cushipn was my worst game...but I loved it as much as 1-hole.

I think I got lucky missing Cones and Cues.;)
 
What is the latest in the Treadway soap opera, I wonder??
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stevelomako said:
"Cones & Cues" had/has a little ice cream cooler like a mini Baskin Robbins. It was always a kids place even though the original owner played a little and you could gamble and take him off sometimes. They always just had funky 7ft Connely tables and he would try to have small tournaments there even though there was absolutely nowhere to sit.

The place was small and tight where your butt was on the rail of the table next to you if you were anywhere near the rail on your table.


PT, you're thinking of "The Silver Cue" which was owned by Mike Donnely the billiard player.

It was later owned by Pam Treadways' father who had it for a few years in the early 2000's.
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That was nice of them to put you in a tournament as a courtesy. Not their fault they didn't know your situation.
 
Black-Balled said:
You have made a few posts recently that make me question your comprehension...:confused:
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I'm sneaking some reading and responding in during sporadic opportunities while employed :smile:

There are times when I don't make the time to throughly read the entire thread.

I will still offer my opinions, but will take additional care to ensure they are appropo to the subject matter.

Much appreciation for your courtesies. :embarrassed2:
 
They are maybe talking about those 'chalk cones' seen yesteryear in the worst pool halls.
 
allanpsand said:
... There are times when I don't make the time to thoroughly read the entire thread. ...
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Allan, there is no shame in being confused by this thread. I'm still trying to figure out whether the rain will hurt the rhubarb.

To the OP: a tactful way to have left early would have been to say: "Since you don't have any Cherry Garcia, I need to go." It might have even resulted in an improvement in their business. Good luck with your new cue.
 
Warren isn't too far north of Monroe. If you get bored and feel like playing there is usually a relatively wierd guy from Montana practicing in the backroom.
 
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