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Looking Ahead, v. 2, issue 2, whole no. 6, April 21, 1940

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      Statement of Ownership
         And Responsibility.

         “Looking Ahead” is owned by Jack Robins, 51 Humboldt St., Brooklyn, N. Y. who is also the editor., reporter and art director.  Address all inquiries to the above address.  It is issued as a supplement to “Science Fiction Weekly,” the editor of which does not necessarily hold the same views as the editor of “Looking Ahead.”

              Interview With Michel
(Concluded from page 1 col. 2)

-sive one.” He still had that lecturer’s demeanor about him.
   “What topics do you think the Chicon ought to discuss?” we continued.
   “The topics,” Johnny asserted, “should be an evaluation of what has been accomplished in science fiction for the last ten years.  Also, an evaluation of the work of science fiction fandom.  Thirdly, a symposium on ’Where Do We Go From Here.’”
   “Can you think of any immediate topics of the day that the Chicon ought to discuss?  ” we asked.
   “Having a hangover,” Johnny declared, “I feel myself inadequately equipped at the present time to say anything at all regarding this.”
   “Do you think the present War in Europe is a good topic for discussion at the Chicon?” we suggested.
   “I sincerely believe,” said Johnny, “that the question of the War should be discussed at the Convention in as much as it directly affects the immediate future of all fandom.”
   “What do you think of Kyle’s idea of ’The Science Fiction Club’” we asked, not wishing to spend all the available time on the Chicon.
   “I oppose all forms of national fan organizations save those conducted purely on a correspondence basis, or of a sort such as the FAPA," he stated.
      “Do you think the Futurian League could fit into your idea of ’The Science Fiction Club?’” the asked.
   “It is my opinion,” he dictated, “that the Futurian League can form an excellent basis for such a club.” Johnny stated he felt that this notion of “The Science Fiction Club” should be discussed at the Chicon.
   “What is your opinion of Fan feuds?” we asked.
   “I am in favor of intellectual discussion between fans,” he said, “In my opinion, fan feuds should be conducted purely on an intellectual basis.”
   “What do you think of the Science Fiction League?” we asked.
   “I think that the SFL is a worthy club,” he replied albeit briefly.
   “How do you stand on the Science Fictioneers?” we asked as a final question.
   “Since the formation of the Science Fictioneers, I am ever convinced that the future of science fiction fandom lies in reality with this type of organization.”

     STF Writers Take Notice!

   Imagine someone committing suicide by stabbing himself with a safety pin!
   The Michigan State Police could not believe this to be possible til Mrs. Anna Ellis showed them the body of her husband, George, 44, who had ended his life,  April 14, by repeatedly jabbing a straightened pin into his heart.
   Dr. J.  H.  Ahronheim, who performed an autopsy, found that the pin had pierced the apex of the heart, permitting so much blood to enter the heart sack that beating was halted.
   Mrs. Ellis said that her husband had been ill and despondent at the time. (U.P. dispatch. Apr. 15.)

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Statement of Ownership And Responsibility. “Looking Ahead” is owned by Jack Robins, 51 Humboldt St., Brooklyn, N. Y. who is also the editor., reporter and art director. Address all inquiries to the above address. It is issued as a supplement to “Science Fiction Weekly,” the editor of which does not necessarily hold the same views as the editor of “Looking Ahead.” Interview With Michel (Concluded from page 1 col. 2) -sive one.” He still had that lecturer’s demeanor about him. “What topics do you think the Chicon ought to discuss?” we continued. “The topics,” Johnny asserted, “should be an evaluation of what has been accomplished in science fiction for the last ten years. Also, an evaluation of the work of science fiction fandom. Thirdly, a symposium on ’Where Do We Go From Here.’” “Can you think of any immediate topics of the day that the Chicon ought to discuss? ” we asked. “Having a hangover,” Johnny declared, “I feel myself inadequately equipped at the present time to say anything at all regarding this.” “Do you think the present War in Europe is a good topic for discussion at the Chicon?” we suggested. “I sincerely believe,” said Johnny, “that the question of the War should be discussed at the Convention in as much as it directly affects the immediate future of all fandom.” “What do you think of Kyle’s idea of ’The Science Fiction Club’” we asked, not wishing to spend all the available time on the Chicon. “I oppose all forms of national fan organizations save those conducted purely on a correspondence basis, or of a sort such as the FAPA," he stated. “Do you think the Futurian League could fit into your idea of ’The Science Fiction Club?’” the asked. “It is my opinion,” he dictated, “that the Futurian League can form an excellent basis for such a club.” Johnny stated he felt that this notion of “The Science Fiction Club” should be discussed at the Chicon. “What is your opinion of Fan feuds?” we asked. “I am in favor of intellectual discussion between fans,” he said, “In my opinion, fan feuds should be conducted purely on an intellectual basis.” “What do you think of the Science Fiction League?” we asked. “I think that the SFL is a worthy club,” he replied albeit briefly. “How do you stand on the Science Fictioneers?” we asked as a final question. “Since the formation of the Science Fictioneers, I am ever convinced that the future of science fiction fandom lies in reality with this type of organization.” STF Writers Take Notice! Imagine someone committing suicide by stabbing himself with a safety pin! The Michigan State Police could not believe this to be possible til Mrs. Anna Ellis showed them the body of her husband, George, 44, who had ended his life, April 14, by repeatedly jabbing a straightened pin into his heart. Dr. J. H. Ahronheim, who performed an autopsy, found that the pin had pierced the apex of the heart, permitting so much blood to enter the heart sack that beating was halted. Mrs. Ellis said that her husband had been ill and despondent at the time. (U.P. dispatch. Apr. 15.)