Play Meter

Issue: 1984 November 15 - Vol 10 Num 21

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Volume 10, Number 21/November 15, 1984
FEATUI\ES
Mylstar Closed
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Columbia Pictures closed Mylstor because " ... the coin-op game business does not
offer us appropriate growth opportunities," said a Columbia executive . The details of
the closing and a history of Mylstor appear on page 8 .
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NAMA, IAAPA Programs
In addition to operating amusement equipment, many operators operate vending
machines or ore in the parks industry. Here's a report on NAMA and IAAPA. the associa-
tions that support these businesses, and the programs they offer.
Frank's Philosophy
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" Frank's Cranks" readers ore going to be a bit surprised when they read Frank
Seninsky's column this issue. He offers readers his usual service tips. but he also gives
his opinions on the industry's condition .
DEPARTMENTS
6 Up Front
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15
23
28
37
Letters to the Editor
News
Tournaments
Equipment Poll
Critic's Comer
Cover Credit: Konomi. Inc.
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49
52
54
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Our 'Cades
Technical Topics
New Products
Classified Advertising
Commentary
Publisher and Editor:
Ralph C. Lally II
Editorial Director:
Valerie Cognevich
Managing Editor:
Laura R. Braddock
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Editorial Assistant:
Dawn Adorno
Art Director:
Korey Schwark
Typographers:
Jo Ann Anthony
Diane Cooper
Graphics Designer:
Margret Vincent
Contributing Editor:
Mike Shaw
Technical Writers:
Randy Fromm
Frank Seninsky
Correspondents:
Mary Claire Blakeman
Dill Drohaugh
Dill Kurtz
Gene Lewin
Charles C. Ross
Roger C. Sharpe
Advertising Manager:
David Pierson
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Classified Advertising:
Karen Gray
Circulation Manager:
Renee' C. Pierson
Accounting Manager:
Susan Diggs
European Representative:
Esmay Leslie
Counsel
Rufus King
PLAY METER. November 15, 1984.
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