baaugfes@hotcity.COM (Kent Keltner) (02/13/91)
For those who have inaccurately heard about it before, here's some info on
our Upcoming Fest which should be considered a Major kick in the pants for the
lazy users. This is a BIG boost to the Apple II world, and it shouldn't be
taken lightly.
--
The BAAUG The
BAAUG
<B>AY <A>REA <A>PPLE ][ <U>SERS <G>ROUP
You've probably heard about it before, and it has been described as a simple
user's Fest, but it has gone beyond more than that. When the rumours flew
abundant, they called it FriscoFest. But now, it has arrived and you can play
a
vital role in this game just by attending...and now, we present to you the:
Unveiling BAAUGFest '91-The grandest Apple II show in history-EVER!
BAAUGFest is the event to mark on your calendars that you don't want to miss.
You may believe that Apple wants to drop the II, and some of the people there
want you to think that. BAAUG was a forming of users who are a network which
knows all sides of the story. We're here not to fight, not to have our
knowledge squeezed out for the mere reason of turning a profit, we CARE.
Just because Apple pulled their Ad from InCider, doesn't mean much-AppleFest
has been using crude and unethical marketing techniques. Their current PR
brags
35 Confirmed exhibitors with more on the way... why so few? According to local
stores, if you want your money back for AppleFest, Apple could delay shipments
and put a squeeze on your store, forcing an inevitable Chapter 13 Filing. It
is
obvious what has happenned. Apple Claimed they didn't provide any funds, and
now they probably know the whole truth.
The BAAUGFest works on the same principles of the FTA. Using past programmer
experience, we're really going to pack all that is humanly possible into one
weekend, and set the real truth straightforward in everyone's mind. The small
companies that contain the real gems in the industry now have a chance to
shine. Most companies aren't being asked to our fest to just sell products,
they will be there to show that when it really counts, they care enough to be
there. All funds raised will have a major say in the future of this computer,
and now, you the owners of said computer have your chance to raise your voice,
too.
BAAUGFest has been scheduled for April. This time was selected so that
it would not interfere with the schedule of the southern California AppleFest
in December and the East Coast Fest in the spring (which has now been
cancelled).
Why? With the reality of "AppleFest" being moved to southern California so
that it could be held in conjunction with the Macintosh show, it may be
assumed
that:
a... the convention developers feel that the Apple ][ cannot support a show of
its own and that it is a crippled and antiquated system.
b... they apparently intend to eventually phase out this show in the future.
This is clearly incorrect and unacceptable. We believe that with advertising
alone the dynamic capability of the Apple ][ will become apparent to the first
time home computer buyer, small businesses and other interested parties.
Factually, there is NOTHING that any other personal computing system can do,
including Macintosh and MS-DOS based systems, that an Apple ][ cannot do. If
basic design developments are made to the ][ by Apple Inc it would serve to
further enhance its appeal to this available market. The keyword is exposure.
I'm sure that with proper attendance figures, many eyes will open and
something can be said for the computer, instead of brushing it off with just a
biased opionion. Do your part now and extend the lifesblood of this
immesurable
asset to the future of computing...
If you really care about your computer, then isn't it worth showing your
support? All it takes you right now is One Stamp. Simply mail off the enclosed
form, and when available, future updates will be mailed to you. It's that
simple. (People who sent in "The Frisco Festival" Flyers, we still have your
names, expect to hear something soon!)
Right now, most people probably don't think we're too serious. But if you're
trying to save a worthwhile computer, doesn't it take a little faith? Fill
this
out and send it in today!
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Yes! Please place me on the mailing list. I really want to help support the
Apple II and plan to really enjoy doing it by attending. I understand that if
everything goes as planned, you, the person recieving this, will do his best
to
make this an enjoyable event for years to come. Apple II Forever!
Name____________________________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________ Apt. #__________
City_____________________________ State_______ Zip/Postal Code__________
Country____________________ Age______ Computer Type_____________________
Now mail the following off to:
The 1991 BAAUGFest
750 La Playa, Suite 522
San Fransisco, CA 94121
--
(Current Projected Date is September '91, but it may change until we can
afford
a suitable location <Previous Locations are due to financial difficulties> but
when the hotel is paid for, it'll all roll into place!)
Be Seeing You.
-the Prisoner
(ack. 79 Colum editor moved some of the text. oh well...
If you have any questions, send them to "prisoner@darkside.com"..thanks..
And if you guys really show some support, Programs such as "Vindicators" will
actually have a chance at seeing the Market! <I saw it, I work for Tengen! :)>
<They believe that you all are figments of my Imaginationm
and the IIgs is nothing. If you all show up and by attending, you will prove
that we still have a machine to work with.)