Mechanical Memories Magazine

Editorial
Hello again, and here we are with the June magazine, the last now until September. By
the time we get there, we'll all be looking forward to the annual Coventry auction, so
this is my last chance, for the time being, to remind you all that the event is booked for
Sunday 25 th November. As usual, entry forms will be included in the October
magazines. So mark the date in your diaries - it will be here sooner than you think!
Some news this month, firstly the magazine binders are ready and can now be
ordered. Those of you who contacted Brian initially should already be in possession of
your smart new binders, so the remaining stock is available for sale (see page 21). Get
in quick, as there is no guarantee there will be a second batch produced.
Now, Nostalgic Machines allwin spares have been advertised in this magazine for
almost as long as the magazine' s been in print. You've probably all noticed that the
regular ad. disappeared some time ago. Well, I can confirm that Nostalgic Machines
ceased trading last year. Nigel Crew (the principal of the business) and I intend
writing a history of Nostalgic Machines at some point in the future, but in the
meantime, I just wanted to let you all know that I have purchased the remaining stock,
including a few machines and a ton of spares. So very soon, the Nostalgic allwin
spares will once again be available. I intend setting up a website to market the spares,
which should be online in a few weeks. More details in the September magazine, but
before then, look out for updates on the pennymachines site.
Well, that's just about it for now. Sharron and I are going away for a few days. When
we get back, there'll be just a couple of weeks to prepare for the school summer
holidays, when I shall be open daily at Brighton. Can't say I'm looking forward to
spending six weeks staring at an empty beach 'cos no one can afford the extortionate
parking (don't worry, I'm not going into another rant.. ........... .I'm saving that for the
September magazine)! Anyway, if you're down that way (and can afford the parking)
do pop in to see me at the arcade - you know where it is, about 100 yards east of the
Palace pier. It's always good to see you, but do contact me first if you're making a
special journey, as I do usually have a couple of days off during August.
So, enjoy the summer (if it ever arrives)
Until September, all the best
Jerry
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