{"product_id":"1973-texas-state-aa-celebration-dallas-lois-w-flyer","title":"Texas State A.A. Celebration — Dallas, Texas — June 28–July 1, 1973","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOffered here is an original program flyer for the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e28th Texas State A.A. Celebration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, held June 28, 29, 30, and July 1, 1973 at the Statler-Hilton Hotel in Dallas, Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis colorful piece of Alcoholics Anonymous convention ephemera captures a large regional gathering during a period when A.A. had already grown into an established international fellowship, yet still retained many of the personalities and traditions closely connected to its earlier generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOne of the most notable features appears stamped prominently at the top:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“IMPORTANT LATE BULLETIN!!! LOIS W. (OUR CO-FOUNDER’S WIFE) WILL BE WITH US ALL 4 DAYS!”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eLois Wilson’s presence gives this piece added historical interest. As the wife of A.A. co-founder Bill Wilson and co-founder of Al-Anon Family Groups, Lois remained an important and widely recognized figure throughout the recovery community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Four-Day Texas A.A. Gathering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe flyer lays out the full schedule of events across the four-day celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThursday opened with an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEarly Bird Jamboree\u003c\/span\u003e, entertainment, and fellowship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFriday included speakers from A.A. groups throughout Texas and other states, a presentation of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e“The 12 Steps Story,”\u003c\/span\u003e and an evening session featuring \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNorm A. of Hollywood, California\u003c\/span\u003e, promoted on the flyer as “one of the greatest A.A. speakers.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSaturday featured nationally known speakers, a banquet and dance, entertainment, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eJack B. of Hollywood, California\u003c\/span\u003e, billed as the special banquet speaker and “Queen For A Day.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSunday concluded with a delegates breakfast and a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClosing Spiritual Farewell\u003c\/span\u003e led by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFather Ed M. of Boston College\u003c\/span\u003e, with the theme “A Fine Analysis of Spirituality.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe program also advertises special \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAlkie, Al-Anon, and Alateen programs\u003c\/span\u003e, reflecting the broad recovery community gathered around the convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIssue Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvent:\u003c\/b\u003e 28th Texas State A.A. Celebration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e June 28–29–30 and July 1, 1973\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Dallas, Texas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVenue:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Statler-Hilton Hotel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Original printed convention flyer \/ program\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatured Guest:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Lois W.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Speakers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Norm A., Jack B., Father Ed M., and speakers from A.A. groups throughout Texas and beyond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe bold red-and-blue design incorporates a stylized Dallas skyline, a large “28th” anniversary graphic, and the complete four-day schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis original flyer remains in very good condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe front retains strong color and clear printing, with light age toning, scattered surface marks, minor edge and corner wear, and a few small areas of spotting. There is a horizontal fold through the middle, consistent with the piece having originally been folded for storage or distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe reverse is blank and shows corresponding toning, light handling wear, minor staining, and the original fold line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThere are no major losses affecting the printed program, and the entire schedule remains clear and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for a complete understanding of the condition and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA visually striking piece of 1970s Alcoholics Anonymous convention history, made especially collectible by the prominent announcement of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLois Wilson’s attendance for all four days of the celebration\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recovery Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49876207337714,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/4625\/0120\/files\/BE4A2359-F6C8-4662-83DC-A6FD9BA60161.jpg?v=1785775197","url":"https:\/\/recoverycollectibles.com\/products\/1973-texas-state-aa-celebration-dallas-lois-w-flyer","provider":"Recovery Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}