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Alchemist, v. 2, issue 1, Autumn 1946

Page 33

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33 Kirkham is ordered to appear before Satan - a hooded figure in black - to determine his fate by walking up the seven foot-prints. He treads on the fatal steps and by agreement becomes Satan's servant for a year. This incident is followed by more escapades through weird and elaborate settings until finally Even and Kirkham wander into a vast hall where the large assortment of queer people are holding a banquet. And side by side they see friend and foe of their adventures, eating and chatting amiably. At the head of the tables Kirkham gets his greatest surprise as he sees his uncle. "I am Satan" states Uncle to nephew, and explaining how the whole fantastic affair was all arranged for his benefit to give him a fill of adventure and cause him to forget his African trip. eve, the wench, was in on the whole plot! So Kirkman, stout fellow, has had his fill of adventure; Even hooks Kirkham. and everyone has a good time all around except the audiance. [[cartoon text]] IVAN
 
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