John Baltadonis

John Baltadonis
Born February 7, 1921
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Died July 19, 1998(1998-07-19) (aged 77)
Nationality American
Known for Artist, Fan, Publisher, Editor, Art Teacher

John V. Baltadonis (February 7, 1921 – July 19, 1998)[1] was elected to First Fandom's Hall of Fame in 1998 for his early contributions to science fiction, including being a founding member of the Philadelphia Science Fiction Society.

Career

Wrote, art directed, and Published first science fiction fan magazine in Philadelphia in October 1936 "Fantasy Fiction Telegram", using a process called hectography.

Edited the "Science Fiction Collector" for 17 issues through 1921.

Fought in World War II in the Seventh Air Force.

Taught art at Haverford High School for 35 years.

Elected to First Fandom Hall of Fame

Baltadonis died in 1998, at the age of 77

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