Vintage 1965 Laurel & Hardy Stan Laurel Tribute Fanzine Magazine Men o' War No30

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Rare 1965 Stan Laurel Memorial Tribute Fanzine - Men o' War Newsletter No. 30 Up for sale is an incredibly scarce, authentic piece of film appreciation history: Issue No. 30 (June 1965) of the "Men o' War" newsletter. This historic fanzine was the official publication of the "Helpmates" joke-share tent, one of the earliest UK branches of the international Laurel & Hardy appreciation society, The Sons of the Desert. Historical Significance: Published shortly after Stan Laurel's passing in February 1965, this entire issue serves as a dedicated period memorial tribute to his life and career (1890–1965). It represents a vital archival document featuring unique, mid-1960s fan community content, tributes, and rare photos that were never distributed in mainstream media. Key Specifications: • Publication Date: June 1965 (100% original period printing, not a reprint) • Issue: Number 30 • Theme: Dedicated Stan Laurel Memorial Issue • Association: Sons of the Desert / Helpmates UK Tent Condition Report: • Overall: Excellent vintage condition given it is a 60-year-old fragile paper document. • Paper: Displays honest, uniform age-related toning/browning consistent with mid-century newsprint. • Integrity: The binding/folds are secure. All internal text and photo pages are fully complete, flat, and entirely free of cutouts, heavy stains, or missing pages. • Storage: Carefully preserved in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. A premier, museum-grade acquisition for any serious Laure

• Year: 1965
• Condition: Good

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