Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Vienna

message: Hello from the German Wikipedia! I recommend you guys to ask on the talk pages of the German articles whether there will be any larger edits/additions to the respective in the near future. Many of the German Vienna articles are also work in progress, as we are aiming to improve their contents. So, it might be quite a waste of effort to translate the text first, just to discover that someone added much information the week after. -- Herr Klugbeisser 11:46, 21 Jan 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Wikipedia is in a permanent flux. Hence, I think that current work on the German articles should not deter anyone from doing work here. Martg76 18:32, 26 Jan 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: You are of course right. On the other hand, it doesn't cost anything to co-ordinate with the guys from the German Wiki. -- Herr Klugbeisser 05:25, 27 Jan 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Make a note on the talk page of the date of the last co-ordinated version.  That could simplify checking. --hans 12:20, 6 Feb 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Translation of German articles 

message: Voting ends, say, August 1! (gotta end it sometime) Done! Pages will be moved to not include the word Vienna in their names. 
Currently, the names of the district pages have two separate styles:
:Table removed for brevity
For all District, Vienna styles, District redirects to the District, Vienna version, with the exception of Simmering, which has a short description of the cooking term. I think it would be useful to make all the names consistent and provide redirects for the alternate version. So, I would like everyone to cast a vote, and provide a comment if you like.
=== Leave it the way it is ===
Support: 
# none yet
    
Comments:  
* none yet
=== Content in District, Vienna, and District is a redirect page to the content ===
Support: 
# grubber 10:22, 2005 July 14 (UTC)
    
Comments:  
* This seems the clearest method, but the disadvantage is that all links will probably end up looking like Hernals.
=== Content in District, the District, Vienna pages are handled as described below ===
Support: 
# Martg76 21:24, 14 July 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Vote! Making the district names uniform 

message: Support: 
# Martg76 21:24, 14 July 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Content in [[District]], the [[District, Vienna]] pages are handled as described below 

message: I have noticed a trend towards translating the titles of articles from German into English, even where the English phrase is not (widely) used. Is there a reason for this? Has there been some kind of discussion? Or is it just something that happened without being thought about too much? "Vienna Western Station" is more or less meaningless; even Anglophones (such as myself) call it Wien Westbahnhof. And strange mixtures like "Danube-Auen National Park" make no sense whatsoever. I would recommend that, where no good English translation exists (e.g. "Vienna" is a widely used name but "Danube-Auen" is not), the German title be used, with appropriate redirections, and a translation in the first line of the article:
:Wien Westbahnhof (from the German: Vienna western station) is a railway station in Vienna, Austria, which…
Any comments? Will anyone complain if I move the existing articles? --Stemonitis 12:40, 18 August 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: This is indeed a difficult question. Normally when I show my english-speaking friends the town, I use first the German term and then translate it into english. I used to say "Western Train Station", which does sound odd but would be the verbatim translation. In such a case where the translation could be odd, I would support your proposal by leaving it as "Wien Westbahnhof", redirects leading to it, and then giving a translation at the beginning of the article. The Wiener Linien nor the ÖBB give an english version either to my knowledge. Train tickets that I've bought (to Ausland and back) just said Wien-Westbahnhof or Wien-Hütteldorf. Gryffindor 18:47, 28 August 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Or even "Purkersdorf Sanatorium" if you have a permanent pass for Vienna :-) Martg76 13:01, 29 August 2005 (UTC)

text: I just received an email from the Postsparkasse regarding their name in English, because I have encountered different translations. They call themselves the "Austrian Postal Savings Bank". I wonder how the word Postsparkassengebäude would have to be translated in that case, any ideas? I would say "Austrian Postal Savings Bank Building" although that sounds a little cumbersome. Maybe we can just leave it as "Austrian Postal Savings Bank" even for the Gebäude?  Gryffindor 10:22, 29 August 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: If they insist that their English name is "Austrian Postal Savings Bank", as it is their right to do, then their building must logically be the "Austrian Postal Savings Bank Building", but until the article is so big that the organisation and the building need to be separated, I say leave them together. --Stemonitis 11:05, 29 August 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Translations of Article Titles 

message: User:83.65.187.238 has recently created templates of the format :Template:Districts of Josefstadt for all districts to show the names of their subdivisions. The term "districts" does not really seem to be a good choice. Apart from the historical connotations, the only significance of those subdivisions I know of is that they serve as "Katrastralgemeinden" in the land register (Grundbuch), and that they somehow deliniate the borderlines of Catholic parishes. (For example, the historical border between Hütteldorf and Baumgarten is Deutschordenstraße, while the border between the parishes is, I think, Bahnhofstraße). So it seems that these names are not used consistently in the two contexts where they are relevant, and they are irrelevant for purposes of administration. Any suggestions for renaming? I would prefer "Neighborhoods of ...", which sounds sufficiently vague. Martg76 17:14, 18 September 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: hm, I took a look at the German-language version of these templates. It says "Bezirksteile von.." , which would not really translate as "Neighbourhoods of...". Maybe "subdistricts", "areas", ..? Gryffindor 00:31, 19 September 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  [[:Template:Districts of Josefstadt]] et al 

message: I created some new articles, however they don't even exist in German which is kind of odd so I didn't know where to put them on the front page. I'll add them here for the moment, I hope someone can help polish it up and add more info... Hotel Imperial, Hotel Bristol, Grand Hotel (Vienna), Hotel Sacher, Hotel Metropol, Palais Rothschild, Leopoldstädter Tempel, Stadttempel. Gryffindor 00:23, 22 September 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  New articles 

message: Hi, we've got a factual question about Breughel's Procession to Calvary at Talk:Kunsthistorisches Museum, I'm guessing that someone on this project can sort it out. Please respond there, not here. -- Jmabel | Talk 01:37, 7 December 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Kunsthistorisches Museum 

message: I finally remembered to link to this project from the German-speaking noticeboard page, and would to invite editors of this project (although most of you probably know this already) to that board to discuss topics of interest to German speakers. Lists of translation resources or agreed standard translations etc. would also be helpful (we recently had a long discussion on the names of German governmental subdivisions, which was only settled by an official EU translation guide). I hope to see more Vienna and Austria-related things at the noticeboard. Kusma (討論) 11:58, 21 March 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  German-speaking noticeboard 

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message: As I've done almost every summer, I'll be in Vienna from May 30 onwards for a couple months. I'll devote sometime translating and taking photos when necessary. -newkai | talk | contribs 18:31, 23 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Let me know where photos are needed. I'll take some district ones right now because I'm horribly bored and it's a beautiful day! -newkai | talk | contribs 09:55, 6 July 2006 (UTC)

text: I just did Mauer. History translated, the rest was my own touch. Plus took photo for it. BTW, Mauer wasn't on the list, I just noticed! -newkai | talk | contribs 22:35, 6 July 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  I'll be joining for a couple months 

message: I did some work on the Austrian Parliament article. I would consider it "done" now (to the extent that any Wikipedia article can ever be considered 'done'), even though proofreading is of course always welcome. I believe more detailed information should go into sub-articles (Federal Council, National Council, etc). If any of the project members agrees, maybe you could change the status of the article on your project page.
If I can find time over the coming days, I'll also try and tidy up the Austrian Parliament Building article...
Schekuli 03:31, 18 June 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Austrian Parliament 

message: The articles of Ostmark and Ostarrîchi are the similar contents each other. I think they should be combined. --QBay 05:06, 12 September 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Ostmark, Ostarrîchi 

message: Hello, are there any guidelines for editing and proofreading translations?  I started with the article on the Karlskirche and there are several sentences that are awkward in English (meaning no disrespect to the translator;  I think that it must be very precise in German, just not the way a native Enlgish speaker would express it-- in other words, it's not the translation but the original thought in German that sounds so un-English).  For example, there is a section called "Iconography" that begins:  "The iconographical program of the church originated from the imperial official Carl Gustav Heraeus and connects St. Charles Borromeo with his imperial benefactor."  How completely can I re-write this?  I would say:  "The plan of art and symbols used in the church was designed by Carl Gustav Heraeus (insert his official title here,) to illustrate the connections between the Emperor and his namesake, St. Charles Borromeo, to whom the church is consecrated."  Or something like that.  (Still scratching my head over a non-academic word to substitute for "iconography.")  Is that the kind of thing this project seeks to do, or do you just want proofreading for spelling and grammar?  Laura1822 20:05, 22 September 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: The articles here contain good material, and are ready to be written as English language articles that stand on their own, rather than kept as awkward versions attempting to replicate German prose style. Perhaps it's time to get some assistance from Wikipedia:WikiProject Guild of Copy Editors. Djembayz (talk) 00:22, 25 November 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Guidelines for editing & proofreading translations? 

message: I just spent my morning (or early afternoon) writing up Lainzer Tiergarten. Have a look! I still need to work on the history and add some photos, but I think this could be a "Did you know?" entry. I also still need, cats, refs... It's all coming! -newkai t-c 13:05, 4 October 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Lainzer Tiergarten 

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thread_title:  Project directory 

message: I just created Schönlaterngasse. It's mostly a translation from the German version, but I also found a New York Times source. Have a look! -newkai t-c 04:55, 10 November 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Schönlaterngasse 

message: Fillgraderstiege is up for deletion (which was imported as part of this project). If you'd like to share your opinion, head to the deletion page. - grubber 04:08, 11 November 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Fillgraderstiege up for deletion 

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thread_title:  Wikipedia Day Awards 

message: I have written Vienna Art Orchestra, based on the article in German Wikipedia. I will add it to the project but am having trouble categorizing it. Can someone help? There is a discography usw. in the German that I have not yet included. -- Rob C (Alarob) 02:33, 9 February 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Vienna Art Orchestra 

message: Hello all -- I've expanded the Schottenstift, Vienna stub by translating the German equivalent. Comments most welcome -- --Javits2000 19:58, 12 March 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Have also translated Virgilkapelle. A question, as I've no experience with these "Projects": when I write an entry, should I modify its status on the project's main page, or should I leave that to someone else? Best, --Javits2000 11:11, 13 March 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Go ahead and change its status on the page, if you'd be so kind. -- Rob C (Alarob) 16:13, 13 March 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Schottenstift 

message: I just tranlated Das Fest des Huhnes from de:Das Fest des Huhnes (German). I was wondering... I also translated the reviews from the Standard and the Kurier, as listed on the German page. Should I do anytihng to indicate that the original reviews was not in English? samwaltz 19:37, 14 March 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: It would be a good idea to indicate that in the footnote. Besides the link or cit., write "Translation by samwaltz." -- Rob C (Alarob) 15:42, 2 July 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Translation question

message: Shouldn't the Nußdorf article be spelled Nussdorf instead in the English Wikipedia? ß is not a familiar letter in English, and most English-speaking users probably don't even know how to find it on their keyboard. (I understand that it would have once been "Nuszdorf," but "Nussdorf" is the more common and accessible transcription.) -- Rob C (Alarob) 15:45, 2 July 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: At present Nussdorf is a redirect to a disambig page for various localities named "Nußdorf"; all the others seem to use the sigma-'s', e.g. Nußdorf am Inn. Via the following link I will create an additional redirect for Nussdorf, Vienna. --Javits2000 16:12, 2 July 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Nußdorf or Nussdorf?  

message: "Appointed" specialists, please have a look at this; and at the Festival article, too. Anything wrong? -- "Bussis" ;]] -- any IP. 12:12, 2 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: [[Donauinsel]]

message: I think it's the best place to try: i need a photo of :pl:Constantin von Economo's bust (it decorates the Arkadenhof at the University of Vienna and it's copyrighted photograph is here) and photo of plaque put up on flats in Rathausstrasse 13 where he lived. Maybe someone is living near and has a camera.. Greetings, Filip en (talk) 20:03, 30 April 2008 (UTC)
thread_title: Photo needed

message: Hello WikiProject Vienna. I am working on a list article Diplomatic missions of Russia and in desperate need of photos. Would any project members be in the position to be able to help with photos of:
* Embassy of the Russian Federation in Austria, Reisnerstrasse 45-47, 1030, Wien
* Permanent mission of Russia to the OSCE and International Organisations, Erzherzog Karl Strasse 182, 1220, Wien
* Consulate-General of Russia in Salzburg, Bürglsteinstrasse 2, 5020, Salzburg
* Trade Representative of Russia in Austria, Argentinierstrasse 25-27, 1040, Wien
* Russian Cultural Institute, Brahmsplatz 8, 1040, Wien
Any help anyone can give would be appreciated. Regards --Russavia Dialogue Stalk me 06:03, 14 August 2008 (UTC)
thread_title:  Russian offices in Austria 

message: Israilov is a Chechen soldier and government critic who was killed in Vienna, allegedly in retaliation for his accusations of human rights abuses. The article needs impartial input, and I thought it might interest editors who are concerned with Vienna. — ℜob C. alias ᴀʟᴀʀoʙ 21:37, 25 April 2009 (UTC)
thread_title:  Request for help with [[Umar Israilov]] 

message: http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demografie_Wiens  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 62.178.10.84 (talk) 05:38, 8 May 2011 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks for pointing this out. Djembayz (talk) 01:21, 25 November 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Does not exist in  english: 

message: (See comment 15 above, for editing & proofreading translations? Guidelines for editing & proofreading translations.) Djembayz (talk) 01:21, 25 November 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Is it time to hand some of these articles off to the Guild of Copy Editors? 

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thread_title:  Background 

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message: List of historical sites associated with Ludwig van Beethoven up for deletion here. Aza24 (talk) 23:38, 5 September 2020 (UTC)
thread_title:  AfD 

message: I stumbled into these two very beautiful and interesting frescos on the page about Last Adam. It's written that the paintings can be found in St Anna's Church, but I can't find any other photos from the church showing these frescos. Have anybody seen these frescos in that church?
Are there any other arguments against linking these photos to the page St._Anne's_Church,_Vienna?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Glory of the New born Christ - Annakirche Vienna.jpg
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/61/Detail_of_Glory_of_Virgin_Mary_by_Daniel_Gran_-_Annakirche2.jpg
--RC.Nilsson (talk) 22:30, 22 December 2021 (UTC)
thread_title:  St. Anne's Church, Vienna