From: neilg@fraser.sfu.ca (Neil K. Guy)
Subject: Ancient Infocom Ad
Organization: Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, B.C., Canada
Date: Fri, 8 Jan 1993 07:06:13 GMT

                             BILK & WHEEDLE
           FIDUCIARY INSURANCE CORPORATION OF UPPER MONGOLIA

         "It's not just a name... it's our way of doing business."


               LIFE . HEALTH . AUTO . BLIZZARD . AVALANCHE
                  MONGOL HORDE INVASION . YAK STAMPEDE
												January 1, 1984


Dear Mr., Mrs., Miss, Master, or Mr. and Mrs. Adventurer,

	Have you ever stopped to think what might befall your loved ones
(if any) in the event that you became hopelessly lost in the wiles of an
Infocom game?

	Could any amount of money possibly make up for such a loss? And
even if your insurance policy did provide for such compensation, do you
think for one second that your beneficiaries could collect from the
Bilk & Wheedle Fiduciary Insurance Corporation of Upper Mongolia? Fat
Chance.

	No, the type of insurance you need is the kind that will *prevent*
Infocom-related calamities *from happening in the first place.* And
that's precisely why Bilk & Wheedle Insurance, in cooperation with
Infocom, is now making available the Complete Deluxe Edition of
Official Infocom Hint Books.

	Sure, there's a solution to every Infocom puzzle, and a way out
of every Infocom maze. But there are those times when even the most
brilliant and daring adventurer gets stumped. That's where Infocom
Hint Books come into play. In them, you'll find everything you need to
crack the toughest nuts Infocom games can throw at you. But these
aren't crib sheets - far from it! The hints are amusingly and
cunningly written to subtly help you arrive at the solution, instead
of solving the problems for you.

	There's a handsomely illustrated and easy-to-read hint book for
every Infocom game, and scores of clues to choose from in every book.
What's more, each book features a cleverly drawn map * to help you with
locations in the game, plus the amazing *InvisiClues* (tm) invisible
ink process that reveals only the hints you need, when you need them.
Best of all, the complete hint books are yours for just $7.95 each,
including shipping and handling.

	So even though you'll get the most satisfaction out of your
Infocom game if you solve puzzles without outside help, you can feel
confident knowing you've got your hint book at your side in case of
emergencies - or just for downright reading enjoyment after you've
finished playing.

	Why not take an insurance measure that could prove a lifesaver
today? To start enjoying the newfound happiness and security that will be
yours through Infocom Hint Books, just (1) fill out the order form
below; (2) mail it with your payment to Infocom right away; and (3)
allow 1 to 4 weeks for delivery. Or to order by phone simply call
1-800-INFOCOM (in New Jersey, dial 1-800-932-0878, ext. 41). Use this
number to place orders only. There'll be a $2.00 surcharge for calls.

	With warmest personal regards, and with sincerity gushing from
every pore, I remain


				Your friendly B & W agent,

				Chase D. Bonewagon

				VP/Fair Weather Friendly Letters Department



	* Except SUSPENDED (tm), the map for which is already included
in the game package.
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