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Astronaut, v. 1, issue 1, September 1947
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10 Article A CALL TO YOUNG FANDOM By Rick Sneary SAY, YOU! Yes, you -- the young fan reading this. What are you getting out of fandom? I hope you answer, "A lot!" for you should. Fandom is big -- a wonderful place. Full of swell people. But there are many stumbling blocks in the way of new fans. They are there for two reasons: First, because of the neofan's natural lack of knowledge or what is to be done, and second, because of the unwillingness of a few unthinking older fans to help him learn. Now, however, you and all neofen have the chance to be helped across some of these blocks. There is a new and growing club, called Young Fandom, which is run by, and for, young fans with less than three years' experience in the field. Members of this organization help each other in fan activities, and exchange suggestions for increasing enjoyment of their hobby. George Caldwell is the founder, and you can write him or me for further information. His address is 1115 San Anselmo, Avenue, San Anselmo, California. Young Fandom already has a constitution, and 15 members, and the first election of officers will be held sometime very soon, if all goes right. Our founder has gotten hold of a number of original drawings that have appeared in the promags, and these will be awarded to members submitting useful ideas. As yet, the club has no dues. A club organ has been arranged for, but for the time being, Caldwell's own mag, Lunacy, will carry club news. We of Young Fandom wish to make it clear that we are not in opposition to any other fan organization, nor will we lure members from another club. I personally am a good NFFF member, and would not think of undermining that organization. Young Fandom exists for the sole purpose of assisting new fans. We plan to help new fans publish their own fanzines by giving them the information and assistance they need. We plan to help the new fan meet other fans. A system for the facilitation of correspondence between young fans of similar "likes" is under advisement. I would say something regarding the slightly new form of government under which we will operate, except that it might seem like bragging -- I suggested it. However, I will say that it assures that the best men get the best jobs. So if you are a new fan, the place for you is Young Fandom. Being a small, homogeneous group, we will be able to act quickly, and perhaps, eventually, we will be able to make our weight felt in fandom. The fan that speaks for many speaks with power that even the editors might listen to. So, come one, come all, join Young Fandom! THE END
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10 Article A CALL TO YOUNG FANDOM By Rick Sneary SAY, YOU! Yes, you -- the young fan reading this. What are you getting out of fandom? I hope you answer, "A lot!" for you should. Fandom is big -- a wonderful place. Full of swell people. But there are many stumbling blocks in the way of new fans. They are there for two reasons: First, because of the neofan's natural lack of knowledge or what is to be done, and second, because of the unwillingness of a few unthinking older fans to help him learn. Now, however, you and all neofen have the chance to be helped across some of these blocks. There is a new and growing club, called Young Fandom, which is run by, and for, young fans with less than three years' experience in the field. Members of this organization help each other in fan activities, and exchange suggestions for increasing enjoyment of their hobby. George Caldwell is the founder, and you can write him or me for further information. His address is 1115 San Anselmo, Avenue, San Anselmo, California. Young Fandom already has a constitution, and 15 members, and the first election of officers will be held sometime very soon, if all goes right. Our founder has gotten hold of a number of original drawings that have appeared in the promags, and these will be awarded to members submitting useful ideas. As yet, the club has no dues. A club organ has been arranged for, but for the time being, Caldwell's own mag, Lunacy, will carry club news. We of Young Fandom wish to make it clear that we are not in opposition to any other fan organization, nor will we lure members from another club. I personally am a good NFFF member, and would not think of undermining that organization. Young Fandom exists for the sole purpose of assisting new fans. We plan to help new fans publish their own fanzines by giving them the information and assistance they need. We plan to help the new fan meet other fans. A system for the facilitation of correspondence between young fans of similar "likes" is under advisement. I would say something regarding the slightly new form of government under which we will operate, except that it might seem like bragging -- I suggested it. However, I will say that it assures that the best men get the best jobs. So if you are a new fan, the place for you is Young Fandom. Being a small, homogeneous group, we will be able to act quickly, and perhaps, eventually, we will be able to make our weight felt in fandom. The fan that speaks for many speaks with power that even the editors might listen to. So, come one, come all, join Young Fandom! THE END
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