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Quanta, v. 1, issue 3, August 1949
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11. - And as far as the Convention itself is concerned, tentative and preliminary inquiries indicate, even at this early date, that there would be no trouble in arranging one of the best programs ever presented at a World S-F Convention. But, I won't mention what MIGHT be in store, for to do so might be presumptious. How about hotels, food, etc? Here again, Washington is ideal for a Convention. There are about 65 hotels in Washington, with rates from $2.50 to $14 for a couple, rates, incidentally, which remain same year 'round. Within the area are 1,000 or more tourist homes or motor courts where even lower rates prevail. Approximately 2,000 restaurants assure an ample food supply. For those who imbibe, there's plenty of liquid refreshment available, with prices on alcoholic beverages comparatively low. And how about WSFA, the club asking for the Convention....can they swing a Convention? There's little doubt about the answer to this question....a resounding YES! Let's look at the record. WSFA has been officially organized for over one year, has put out two copies of a fanzine that has receive an "A" rating both times in STARTLING, and has received an excellent write-up in THE CLUB HOUSE. WASFA members, in addition, publich a number of private fanzines, including NECROMANCER, THE SCIENCE-FICTION BOOKMAN, THE CHANGELING, and HAZING STORIES. The members of WSFA are known for their outstanding support of fanacticity....almost 20% percent of the attendance at the Philadelphia Conference in 1948 were WSFA members. WSFA was extremely well represented at the 1949 New York Conclave. WSFA members have attended many of the World Conventions. As far as finances are concerned, WSFA is probably one of the richest clubs in the nation. Our comparatively high dues ($4.00/year) insure that only actively interested fans will join....but, notwithstanding our high dues, the membership usually exceeds twenty. But the one year of official organization is not a true indication of the experience of WSFA's members. The old Washington Science-Fiction Society was formed almost a year before WSFA, and had a continuous existence up to the formal formation of the new club. What about fan and pro support? Frankly, I would hesitate to quote the names of the many pros who have said they would support the Eighth Convention in Washington, D. C. But you, as active fans, no doubt know the names of the many famous fellow fans who are actively pushing for the CAPICON.
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11. - And as far as the Convention itself is concerned, tentative and preliminary inquiries indicate, even at this early date, that there would be no trouble in arranging one of the best programs ever presented at a World S-F Convention. But, I won't mention what MIGHT be in store, for to do so might be presumptious. How about hotels, food, etc? Here again, Washington is ideal for a Convention. There are about 65 hotels in Washington, with rates from $2.50 to $14 for a couple, rates, incidentally, which remain same year 'round. Within the area are 1,000 or more tourist homes or motor courts where even lower rates prevail. Approximately 2,000 restaurants assure an ample food supply. For those who imbibe, there's plenty of liquid refreshment available, with prices on alcoholic beverages comparatively low. And how about WSFA, the club asking for the Convention....can they swing a Convention? There's little doubt about the answer to this question....a resounding YES! Let's look at the record. WSFA has been officially organized for over one year, has put out two copies of a fanzine that has receive an "A" rating both times in STARTLING, and has received an excellent write-up in THE CLUB HOUSE. WASFA members, in addition, publich a number of private fanzines, including NECROMANCER, THE SCIENCE-FICTION BOOKMAN, THE CHANGELING, and HAZING STORIES. The members of WSFA are known for their outstanding support of fanacticity....almost 20% percent of the attendance at the Philadelphia Conference in 1948 were WSFA members. WSFA was extremely well represented at the 1949 New York Conclave. WSFA members have attended many of the World Conventions. As far as finances are concerned, WSFA is probably one of the richest clubs in the nation. Our comparatively high dues ($4.00/year) insure that only actively interested fans will join....but, notwithstanding our high dues, the membership usually exceeds twenty. But the one year of official organization is not a true indication of the experience of WSFA's members. The old Washington Science-Fiction Society was formed almost a year before WSFA, and had a continuous existence up to the formal formation of the new club. What about fan and pro support? Frankly, I would hesitate to quote the names of the many pros who have said they would support the Eighth Convention in Washington, D. C. But you, as active fans, no doubt know the names of the many famous fellow fans who are actively pushing for the CAPICON.
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