Decoy (Star Trek fan club)
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| Fan Club | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Decoy |
| Dates: | 1979-1995 |
| Founder(s): | Ruth Dick-Smith |
| Leadership: | Anne Richardson |
| Country based in: | Australia |
| Focus: | Star Trek |
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Decoy (or more specifically "Decoy Australia") was a Star Trek fan club formed with actor DeForest Kelley's approval in 1979.
This fan club was formed by members of Aussietrek in Sydney. It moved operations to Adelaide in 1984 and closed in 1995.
It had a Dr McCoy focus and published a newsletter, The McCoy Tapes, and the fanzine, Medical Journal.
A Description
From the January 1984 WKFS Journal:
DECOY AUSTRALIA... The only DeForest Kelley/Doctor McCoy fan club in existence. Others have tried to capture the spirit of this wonderful, sensitive man. DECOY is still trying. Founded in 1979, we are a small but active group of people. Our members come from all walks of life and from allover the world. Joined in our love for Mr. Kelley and his portrayal of Doctor Leonard McCoy, we strive to uphold some of the caring and sharing ideals expressed by this man.