I'll kick in fifty.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-fot@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-fot@autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of BillDentin@aol.com
Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2005 11:58 AM
To: fot@autox.team.net
Subject: Toly's Ghost
Amici:
>From time to time, it is necessary for us to come to the well...
Author, racer, shameless scam artist, award-winning motorsports journalist,
notorious racecar ride mooch, and definitely a friend of TRIUMPH, Burt Levy
has announced that Toly's Ghost, the fourth book in his Last Open Road
series will debut on Halloween (October 31st, 2005). As popular as
Vintage/Historic motorsports is, it is a limited market, and therefore such
publishing efforts require creative financing. So similar to past efforts,
the publishing of Toly's Ghost will be partially funded through sponsorships
and advertising. Recall the FOT participated last time. I have discussed
the matter with our Grand Poo Bah, Joe Alexander, and he agrees we should do
so again. He has asked me to act as Point (or Lead Man, if you're a
bricklayer) in this effort. Burt Levy is a long time friend, and I am happy
to do so.
Therefore...the FOT will take a business card sized ad at a cost of $350.
The ad copy will be as approved last time, that is our name and full color
logo, along with some text that reads, "An ad hoc group of avid racers and
aficionados dedicated to the common good, and the preservation and
utilization of TRIUMPH SPORTS CARS." The original FOT logo (using the
passing and debris flags) will be used to compliment Burt's tongue in cheek
style. Because time is of the essence, and hard copy is required by the
26th of this month, I will fund the $350 required for the ad ($100 of which
will be my own contribution). The balance $250 is being solicited from
other FOT members. Completely voluntary.
No pressure. If you feel the FOT needs some public exposure from time to
time, well then make a $10, $20, or whatever you can spare, contribution to
the cause. Contributions should be sent to our Grand Poo Bah, and
Disbursing
Clerk:
Joe Alexander
645 1st Street
Jesup, Iowa, 50648
Joe will collect the money, and when appropriate, he will reimburse me for
the $250 balance due. The FOT will be advised of the success of the effort,
and any money collected over $250 will go into the 'FOT account pending
future worthwhile efforts.
I remind all FOT members who raced at MOSPORT, that Burt Levy made a
significant contribution (a check that actually cleared, of all things) to
our hospitality efforts there. He is a friend of TRIUMPH. While you are
encouraged to participate, it is strictly voluntary. Contact me with any
comments or questions, or to see a copy of our ad.
Bill Dentinger
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