Next week I plan to issue a media release, "Mark Twain's Voice is Missing," a draft of which may be seen at http://www.marktwainperforms.com/media.html. It has about 1,200 words and 18 images attached. One never knows how various media may treat it, but there is reasonable chance it will generate interest and coverage. I am a writer and performer, not a scholar, and would be pleased to list on the release the contact information for knowledgeable persons who are willing to respond to any direct media questions on the subject. I do not care if respondents plan to endorse or oppose my remarks in the release. In fact, controversy is desirable. My aim is to "stir the pot" on this idea of finding a recording of Twain's voice. As a member of the Mark Twain Forum, if you would want your contact information included with the release, please send me an email by noon (EST), Wednesday, Oct. 3rd. Thank you. -- Rod Rawlings 941-713-4446 Direct [log in to unmask] www.MarkTwainPerforms.com