Register to win with Newt's Dog Deck Contest...
http://www.newtscards.com/email/E-mail%20Form%203/dog_deck_contest.htm

Do to the tons of emails and phone calls asking the same basic questions, we have decided to release a compilation listing the "10 Most Wanted" questions or FAQ's.  Keep in mind that some of these have to do with actual product, while others have to do with just general questions about playing cards.  We have mingled in a few jokes and other notes to keep it lighthearted and informational.

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Contents this "Stumped" Newsletter:

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NAME THE DOG DECK CONTEST

The name of the deck is still in the air, but the theme is simple.  DOGS!  Using our seek-n-find techniques (called semi-transformational in the playing card world) we will invite Central Ohio folks and their dogs into our store for a mini photo op.  To find out more information about the Dog Deck go here.

What we need from you is help on deciding what to call the deck of cards!
Go here for your chance to win and choose the name for this deck...
http://www.newtscards.com/email/E-mail%20Form%203/dog_deck_contest.htm

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CARD CHEATER (JOKE)

John:  "Why have you stopped playing cards with my sister ?"
Sally:  "Well would you play with someone who cheats all the time, is a poor loser and keeps tearing up the cards?"
John:  "No I wouldn't."
Sally:  "No, well, she wouldn't either!"

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WHAT IS THE STORY CONNECTING A DECK OF CARDS WITH THE BIBLE?

Although recent events have inspired an e-mail-circulated version featuring a soldier serving in Afghanistan, the tale about a serviceman using a deck of ordinary playing cards as an aid to prayer and meditation dates at least to ...
For more go to... http://www.newtscards.com/history_biblestory.asp

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VISION IMPAIRED OR LOW VISION PLAYING CARDS

Here is one email, "I have a relative who is vision impaired. He has an old deck of Hoyle cards that have numbers of a one inch size and can play alright with them . Do you know of any products that would satisfy this need. He has shuffled the ink off the cards he has now."
To view all of the Low Vision cards go to... http://www.newtscards.com/main_cards_low_vision.asp

Email number 2, "Hi, I'm looking for regular deck of cards for my 81 year old mom to use.  She is currently using the Jumbo size, but she is going blind and has trouble seeing even this size.  Do you have regular size cards but with Super Jumbo indexing on them?  If you don't have these, would you know of whom I could contact.  I appreciate any help you can give me.  She really gets bored and loves playing old sol', cards is one of her favorite pastimes."
To view all of the Low Vision cards go to... http://www.newtscards.com/main_cards_low_vision.asp

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PLAYING CARD COLLECTORS' ORGANIZATIONS

For more go to... http://www.newtscards.com/history_clubs.asp

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LARGE OR COLOSSAL PLAYING CARDS

I am looking for large size playing cards for my sister who is in a rest home.  They are looking for 4-1/2 by 7 size or larger for a game they play.
Folks love these large decks!
Jumbo from Piatnik (7"x4")... http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=P-1399
Kids Big Cards (4 1/2" x 7")...  http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FX-3290
Big Bicycle Cards (4 5/8" x 7") ... http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=USP-8082-01
Colossal Playing Cards (12"x8") ... http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=USG-CPC54

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MARRIAGE LIKE PLAYING CARDS (JOKE)

Marriage is Like Playing cards,  Man needed, a heart to win his Wife, needed to be a joker, to make her smile, then a home, so he could make her his Queen, and plenty of cash, to be her King.  He also Needed, a Diamond to Marry her.

The Woman, needs a club, to keep him right, and a spade to bury him.  This is where the Jack usually steps in, to start all over again.

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MAKE MONEY WITH YOUR WEBSITE

It's finally here!  With the rollout of our new website we have an affiliate program where you can earn money for links on your website to us.  It's a great way to make a little extra cash and the best thing is, it doesn't cost a dime to join.
To find out more about our affiliate program go to... http://www.newtscards.com/affiliate.asp

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DESIGN-A-CARD IS ON THE BACKBURNER

The email question was, "When will you have the print your own cards available?"

Our dream is to have playing cards that you can run through your printer at home then easily tear them out and play cards or make flash cards.  The options are unending and the fun is awesome.
We have been working on this for well over a year now!  All the bugs were almost worked out, then Microsoft XP came out.  Now we wait...and wait...and wait!  We get one excuse after another as to why it is not done yet.  Honestly, we are about ready to branch off in another direction with new programmers.  So stay tuned for more information.
To view what we are talking about go to... http://www.newtscards.com/design_a_card.asp

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LIMITED EDITION OF WILD! ARRIVES IN ZOOS

Our limited edition of WILD! (drawn by playing card artist Peter Wood) hit the streets about 3 months ago.  The specific style of cards that Newt's Playing Cards likes to produce are what we call "seek-n-find" playing cards.  To the card industry they are known as semi-transformational playing cards.  About three weeks ago the deck started shipping to various zoos throughout the USA in an effort to bring our fun twist to the world.  If you work in, or know someone who works in a zoo (no pun intended), pass on our information to them.

If you have not gotten your deck of WILD! yet, you better jump now.  It is a limited edition of 5,000 decks, and they won't last long. 
Check out the cards at... https://www.newtscards.com/newts_wild.asp

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BLONDE JOKE

Andrea told me that while she was playing cards her friend called.  Her friend said, "What are ya playing?"  Andrea said,

"Solitaire."  Her friend Judi said, "Yeah?  Who are you playing with?"

As a blonde, Newt's Dad loves this joke.  Alright, as a blonde going bald!

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PUT YOURSELF, YOUR KIDS, YOUR GRANDPARENTS, YOUR CAR...ON A DECK OF CARDS

This one has more email request than I can possible list here.  I will attempt to answer some of the questions today and maybe answer more in a future edition.

Our first email says, "I am planning to order photo playing cards, and do not have a way to scan the pictures onto a disc or file.  Can I send you the actual photos."
ANSWER:  Yes, you may send them to:
     Newt's Playing Cards
     A Division of E-Quiver, Inc.
     5265 Gender Rd.
     Canal Winchester, OH  43110

Email question two, "I want to order photo playing cards and was wondering if I Could I also include Text and if so, should it be included within the graphic attached?"
ANSWER:  We are now allowing folks to include text on their photos, but we can not add the text ourselves.  Just send the picture the way you want it printed and that is what we will do!
To find out more about these cards go to... http://www.newtscards.com/search_results.asp?txtsearchParamTxt=&txtsearchParamType=ALL&txtsearchParamCat=ALL&txtsearchParamMan=15&txtsearchParamVen=ALL&txtDateAddedStart=&txtDateAddedEnd=&txtPriceStart=&txtPriceEnd=&txtFromSearch=fromSearch&iLevel=1&btnSearch.x=58&btnSearch.y=9

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NEWT'S OPENS UP FIRST PLAYING CARD RETAIL STORE IN U.S.

Attention King's, Queen's and Jokers.  If you're expecting a "full-house" for euchre this weekend and want to liven things up a bit then you should go "straight" to Newt's Playing Cards in Canal Winchester.  Newt's "deals" over 1700 different styles of cards with your favorite college and pro sports teams, NASCAR, Disney, Marvel Comic characters, and even magnetic cards for those hard to play places.  Newt's also carries collectable monopoly games, novelty gifts and much more.  You don't have to be over "21" or an "Old Maid" to "Go Fish" at Newt's.  You just have to make a decision on which decks to deal this weekend.  So, "shuffle" off to Newt's at 5265 Gender Rd. or call Crazy 8-34-9350 (area code 614) for more details on what's dealing at Newt's Playing Cards. 
Check us out online at... http://www.newtscards.com

Check out the press release here... http://www.newtscards.com/press_releases/sept_9_2003.htm

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VINTAGE CARDS MAKE IT TO NEWT'S

As we continue to grow, so goes our inventory.  We are constantly on the look-out to pick up vintage decks of cards.  At Newt's we call anything that is out of print and older than 5 years old, "vintage."  Recently we have been fortunate enough to pick up some classics.
Including...
Vintage cards from Bicycle that are currently dated 22 years old!
http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=OP-ARMY

Or vintage cards with Garfield and his first year of syndication!
http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=OP-GAR1978

This one may not be vintage, but it is old and out of print.  The Looney Tunes...
http://www.newtscards.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=USP-225-R

We search and search for old decks of cards to bring collectors.  We still have a few more to bring online so watch out for the complete rollout of our "Vintage Watch" at ... http://www.newtscards.com/vintage_playing_cards.asp

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Newt's is the first store in the U.S. dedicated to family-friendly playing cards.

Visitors to the bricks-and-mortar store or the Web site will find over 1,700 decks of playing cards to suit every taste, including kids’ cards, educational cards, sports cards, holiday cards, and many other varieties. Some are for collecting, others for playing, but all are suitable for any card games and are intended to encourage people to spend time with family, friends and loved ones, says founder James Esteph. “Playing card games is a great way to slow down and spend some quality time with other folks. In our fast food, fast-paced world we need to be encouraged to slow down and enjoy the moment,” he explained. “We also want to promote the hobby of collecting playing cards. They’re wonderful, inexpensive things to collect, and the options are unending. It’s a perfect hobby to share as a family.”

Along with carrying playing cards from major brands like Bicycle, Carta Mundi, Heritage and Congress, Newt’s publishes its own line of cards with a twist, known as semi-transformational cards in the playing card world. The first deck, WILD!, was just released; a second, called Busy Bears, is due for release in November.

Newt’s also offers 38 different Monopoly games, including Peanuts, Elvis, NFL, NASCAR and Bible versions, as well as gifts for playing card collectors and enthusiasts.

“Whether you collect playing cards, are a serious card player or just play occasionally, you will find a deck of cards that suits everyone at Newt's Playing Cards,” said Bill Dollison, store manager and COO. “We are looking forward to setting the trends for the market.”

Check out the fun... http://www.newtscards.com

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