The A.A. Grapevine — March 1948 — Vol. IV, No. 10
An original March 1948 issue of The A.A. Grapevine, published during the magazine’s early large-format years.
This issue includes Bill W.’s editorial “On the 4th Tradition,” written while A.A.’s Traditions were still being developed and circulated throughout the Fellowship. In the essay, Bill discusses the balance between group autonomy, consultation with neighboring groups, and responsibility to A.A. as a whole.
The cover story, “The Saga of a Coat That ‘Belongs’ to A.A.,” comes from Akron and tells how a shared overcoat helped struggling newcomers regain dignity, find employment, and begin rebuilding their lives.
Other contents include:
- “Resentment Described as Spiritual Alcohol”
- “There’s One in Every Group—The Politician”
- Early discussion of open and closed meeting formats
- Reports from A.A. groups across the country
- Letters from members in the United States and abroad
- Humor, illustrations, and early recovery experiences
Item Details
Publication: The A.A. Grapevine
Date: March 1948
Volume: IV
Issue: No. 10
Format: Original stapled, large-format magazine
Notable content: Bill W.’s editorial on the Fourth Tradition
Condition
The issue is in good condition.
It shows age toning, scattered staining, edge and corner wear, creasing, and general handling wear. Several holes have been punched near the bound edge, likely from earlier binder storage. There is also rusting around the staples and wear along portions of the folds and page edges.
The magazine appears complete, and the printed text and illustrations remain clear and readable.
Please review all photographs carefully for a complete understanding of the condition.
A desirable early Grapevine issue preserving Bill W.’s original discussion of the Fourth Tradition and the developing principles of A.A. group autonomy and common welfare.
