A. Merritt's Fantasy Magazine, April 1950 — page 125: what you’re looking at

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=~ READERS’ COLUMN. reprinted the fine stories that came out in 1 the 40’s in Argosy. Stories like Ray Cummings’ “Lama of the Light Country,” “The Fire Peo- ple’ and others by the master. “Earth’s Last Citadel” by Kuttener and Moore is another must. With stories like these I know A. MER- RITT’S FANTASY MAGAZINE is going to be another collector’s item. Sincerely, Ned Reece Kannapolis, N. C. ED. Thanks for your enthusiastic support. “ FROM CANADA Dear Editor: Congratulations on your new magazine, I have been following Merritt for a number of years in other magazines and am delighted to see him being republished. Could you also reprint some of M.P. Shiel’s tales? Recently I read “The Purple Cloud” in another magazine and it was my first acquaint- ance with this author. A friend also lent me “Lord of the Sea,” and while it might be con- sidered too controversial for some people, it is well done. Best of luck with your new venture. Douglas R. Weston Montreal, Canada ED. We'll try to give you some stories by M. P. Shiel. HAPPY Dear. Editor :. Enclosed you will find a postal note for $1. 50 for a years subscription to A. MERRITT’S FANTASY MAGAZINE. I think A. Merritt was the greatest fantasy writer who ever lived. I am so happy that at last his devotées may have a complete library of his works. I wouldn’t miss a copy for many times the subscription price. Yours truly, Hazel C. Bradford ED. We are glad you like it. WORRIED Dear Editor: I have just finished chapter 8.of “Creep, Shadow” and sure find it interesting. I’m look- ing forward to. the copy containing “Ship Of Ishtar”—and also those which will contain “The Moon Pool,” “Seven Footprints To Satan,” “The Face In The Abyss” and Merritt’s other great stories. By the way—what will happen to A. Mer- ritt’s. Fantasy Magazine when all of his stories have been printed? Will you just start in all over again or what? Are you Boing to have a Reader’s Page in A.M.F. soon? I sure hope so! With... _ SALESMEN! C2: in COMPLETE Waters up to Owner Installs It in One Evening, No Damage to Lawn or Garden! Salesmen . . . Distributors Wanted at Once Dramatic dcionatsntion on prospect’s own lawn makes him “*Yes,’’ Thousands sold last year. say Demand bigger than ever. Provides Underground Sprinkler System at a price» even the smallest home owner can afford. Installed quickly and easily without special tools. No pipe-cutting or threading. Can’t freeze as automatic valve drains entire system after every use. Made of solid brass and copper—can’t rust or rot! Easy to move if owner changes residence. “JACK-POT” PLAN PAYS SALESMEN 10 for 1! Amazing Sales Plan turns one order into 10 or more. Land first order quick and easy. Then EXTRA orders start pouring in without - pil your part. Exclusive Territories or Distributors and 2 FREE! SEND NAME on postcard for illustrated Folder, offer of pocket size Demonstrator and details of sensational ‘‘Jack- Bot A heats Sales Plan. All information is FREE. Rush name ay to EVERHOT PRODUCTS CO., (Everspray Division) 2001 CARROLL AVE, Dept. 244 CHICAGO 12, ILL. ces oie nce iin linia tices pc nieces etna: ee ee Keeps Cars Rolling by Making Repaire® Ve Whttzz and Adjustments Easy! - AUDELS AUTO GUIDE For Every. Mechanic, Driver, Owner and Repair Shop. Sent on 7 Days Approval Shows How to Tune Up—Keep Brakes Safe— Batteries Power- ful—Tire Mileage Up—Save Gas— Lubricate Correctly, ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS Contains all you need to know about 1—Construction, 2—Operation, 3—Service; 4—Repair of Modern Cars, Trucks, Buses & Diesel Engines in every detail. NEW FLUID DRIVE TREATED Easy to understand— 1540 Pages, 1540 Illustrations. Gives definite directions on How to handle service jobs. ASK -_— SEE IT- Get this information f re —simply fillin and mail coupon tod nah peta $4 COMPLETE ¢ PAY ONLY #1 A MO. AUDEL, Publishers, 49 West 23rd St., New | York Mall AUDELS AUTOMOBILE GUIDE ($4) for. free examination. If 0. K., mit $1 monthly until $4 Is paint AUDELS au TOMOBILE ni se ou $1 in 7 days; then re Stherwie’t will patuce enh promptly. NON@.. ccc eueanmaene oe PD ES es Ss ee Address. nse eee hee ewe ee ee oy yy ts tS ty) td tS Occupation... naan m= wan om se ee Oe Ewe a Oe a ee eS Reference. aauaxasequuneansaansneemeaaenawseanenuns FER 125 com oO cS) micboo. (C0)