Monthly Archives: August 2002

Leading edge

Posted on Saturday, August 31, 2002 by Rex Hammock

What did I say? David Carey is a natural note writer. He responded to the previous post with a kind e-mail and upbeat reports on his magazine’s improving performance, which I’ve applauded here previously. However, our household is most envious … Continue reading →

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Switched

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2002 by Rex Hammock

Hey, wait a minute. I know that guy. He’s a magazine publisher and he’s switched to the Mac. He’s no Ellen Feiss, but he’s one of the best pitch men I know, David Carey, publisher of the New Yorker. (Here’s … Continue reading →

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It’s a grand ole flag

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2002 by Rex Hammock

Hammock Publishing’s flag was waving against a crystal-clear blue sky yesterday in West Allis, Wisconsin. It is always a pleasure visiting a printing plant where the pride shows. And it doesn’t hurt if they serve tenderloin for lunch, either. And … Continue reading →

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Ripley’s Believe it or Not

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2002 by Rex Hammock

MRI analysis reveals the shocking truth: Magazines readership is UP! Here is the press release from the MPA regarding the study: NEW MRI REPORT ANALYSIS SHOWS MAGAZINE READERSHIP INCREASED Up More than 5% Overall with Women Outpacing Men NEW YORK, … Continue reading →

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Who cares?

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2002 by Rex Hammock

A review of the new magazine, Simmons Tongue. Quote: Simmons Tongue is a busty men’s magazine that wants to help define a lifestyle for would-be Gatsbys who still fondly recall that time they had to have their stomach pumped at … Continue reading →

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