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Cyclops, v. 1, issue 1, 1941

Page 9

CYCLOPS    PAGE 9

"Alchemist has shown a remarkable rise from its inception last spring in '40. From unreadable hectoed issues to beautifully mimioed master pieces is its remarkable history. Publication has been suspended until the editor, Lew Martin, is finished with DENVENTION activities. Roy Hunt illustrates very nicely, and some highly interesting departments on weird and black practices are presented. It was monthly quarterly and bi-monthly, with from thirty to seventy small pages, but it has always sold for a dime."

"Science Fiction Fan is the oldest Fm in existence, being capably guided by Olson F. Wiggins. Monthly publication is still continued in some strange manner. Wiggins is to be complimented on being able to drag in a dollar from every fan for four years straight, because however, the editor put up a valiant battle by correcting past mistakes, and bringing the magazine up to previous standards 'plus', after a terrific struggle. Here is a magazine that taken a beating and comes up for more to make the antagonist like his rival."

"CFS Review hails from Denver assdo the above two magazines. Roy V. Hunt is the editor of this four pager which is obtainable only through membership in the Colorado Fantasy Society, sponsors of the Denvention. The blue ink is quite attractive as are alllheadings. Publication is somewhat irregular, but the latest issue promises to correct this fault. This is a necessity in Stfandom, so join the CFS!"

"Denventioneer is quite a collector's item being composed of some of the above magazines and more. It is only fifteen cents, yet offers a rare opportunity to sample all of the better magazines for a small price. Stapled and mailed by Lew Martin, it is worth your money and time. There may never be another issue according to the founder, so buy this while there are still available copies. A few of the magazines that are known to be included are: Snide, The Comet, Voice of the Imagi-Nation, Alchemist, Spaceways and Science Fiction Fan."

"Drawing to the conclusion: this review coupled with a few running commentaries has brought to light one point as never before so strongly. It is a need that fandom unconsciously starves for, cries for and yearns for.  Fandom needs a couple of good jolts that have started, but never carried through with full impetus. It also needs a nonexistent type of magazine which is regular in appearance every month with a large circulation and good size. The circulation is simple enough, needing but an all-fan atmosphere which is neat in appearance, and unrestrictive in regard to policy. The size comes with a large audience, as does the regularity if the editor is capable. This dream mag should be all embracing, wide in scope and strong in deep mature understanding of fandom's needs."

"Such an affair would serve all fans regardless of their individual promag preferences, their interpretations of Stf, or their queer viewpoints (outlooks on life are always queer to the other fellow). Perhaps the National Fantasy Fan Federation holds the solution or let us hope for as much; maybe the Colorado Fantasy Society will bring the source to light. An F.A.P.A. member may have the tip just in back of his mind needing but a hint to bring it to the fore, or it may be 

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CYCLOPS PAGE 9 "Alchemist has shown a remarkable rise from its inception last spring in '40. From unreadable hectoed issues to beautifully mimioed master pieces is its remarkable history. Publication has been suspended until the editor, Lew Martin, is finished with DENVENTION activities. Roy Hunt illustrates very nicely, and some highly interesting departments on weird and black practices are presented. It was monthly quarterly and bi-monthly, with from thirty to seventy small pages, but it has always sold for a dime." "Science Fiction Fan is the oldest Fm in existence, being capably guided by Olson F. Wiggins. Monthly publication is still continued in some strange manner. Wiggins is to be complimented on being able to drag in a dollar from every fan for four years straight, because however, the editor put up a valiant battle by correcting past mistakes, and bringing the magazine up to previous standards 'plus', after a terrific struggle. Here is a magazine that taken a beating and comes up for more to make the antagonist like his rival." "CFS Review hails from Denver assdo the above two magazines. Roy V. Hunt is the editor of this four pager which is obtainable only through membership in the Colorado Fantasy Society, sponsors of the Denvention. The blue ink is quite attractive as are alllheadings. Publication is somewhat irregular, but the latest issue promises to correct this fault. This is a necessity in Stfandom, so join the CFS!" "Denventioneer is quite a collector's item being composed of some of the above magazines and more. It is only fifteen cents, yet offers a rare opportunity to sample all of the better magazines for a small price. Stapled and mailed by Lew Martin, it is worth your money and time. There may never be another issue according to the founder, so buy this while there are still available copies. A few of the magazines that are known to be included are: Snide, The Comet, Voice of the Imagi-Nation, Alchemist, Spaceways and Science Fiction Fan." "Drawing to the conclusion: this review coupled with a few running commentaries has brought to light one point as never before so strongly. It is a need that fandom unconsciously starves for, cries for and yearns for. Fandom needs a couple of good jolts that have started, but never carried through with full impetus. It also needs a nonexistent type of magazine which is regular in appearance every month with a large circulation and good size. The circulation is simple enough, needing but an all-fan atmosphere which is neat in appearance, and unrestrictive in regard to policy. The size comes with a large audience, as does the regularity if the editor is capable. This dream mag should be all embracing, wide in scope and strong in deep mature understanding of fandom's needs." "Such an affair would serve all fans regardless of their individual promag preferences, their interpretations of Stf, or their queer viewpoints (outlooks on life are always queer to the other fellow). Perhaps the National Fantasy Fan Federation holds the solution or let us hope for as much; maybe the Colorado Fantasy Society will bring the source to light. An F.A.P.A. member may have the tip just in back of his mind needing but a hint to bring it to the fore, or it may be (CONCLUDED ON NEXT PAGE)