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TO ORGANIZE YOUR CLUE CLUB:
We’re 100% convinced of the big possibilities of this idea and so are the showmen with
whom we consulted before deciding on its formation. Here, in their opinion — and we
think you’ll agree —is the simplest and most effective procedure for introducing the Clue
Club to your town. We’ve tried to cover every detail and keep it worry-proof all the way.
FOR YOUR ANNOUNCEMENT...
We give ae these important campaign aids absolutely FREE: SLIDE @¢ MEMBERSHIP CARDS ¢ NEWSSTAND POSTERS
PLUS this material all prepared
and ready tor your use:
STORIES AND ADS ¢ LOBBY SUGGESTIONS ¢ BUTTONS BURGEE ¢ DOOR-KNOB HANGERS ¢ LETTER TO PATRONS
YMEISTER -what is the Clue Club?”
You're going to hear that question pretty often once your stuff breaks. This is your answer in a nutshell:
TELL THEM...
— that the Clue Club is an organization for the get
together of the mystery fans in town
_ that you'll have periodic meetings with interest
ing activities in each (as outlined on next page)
_— that you'll give them a chance to help police
solve local crimes and discuss major national offenses
—_ that membership makes them eligible for Black
Mask Magazine’s big mystery contest and prizes
— that a special section for members will be re
served in your orchestra at every Clue Club showing Then Slip "Em Your Membership Card and THERES A GLUE €
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IN YOUR TOWN!
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SUGGESTED PLAN FOR
FIRST 4 MEETINGS
First Meeting
Theatre manager, acting as chairman, explains aims of club and opens discussion of these aims. Secretary pro tem, appointed by manager, records proceedings. Nominations of officers are made. Manager writes Black Mask for newsstand posters and sufficient amount of membership cards (see page after next.)
Second Meeting
Manager presides as election of officers is held. Chair is turned over to newly elected chairman. He explains Black Mask contest and presides over subsequent discussion by members. Police officer is guest.
Third Meeting
Police officials, detectives are invited and made honorary members. One of them, chosen beforehand, relates some of his experiences. If possible, he makes members ‘deputy detectives.’ Black Mask contest discussed, Announcement made of Social or Story-telling Night for next meeting.
Fourth Meeting
Mystery-Story or Ghost-Story telling Night opens. Prizes are given to the best efforts. Members are permitted to bring friends to this meeting. Discussion of new Black Mask contest story.