Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "1973 in comics" in English language version.
I helped with the third Metro Con in 1973. The first two, organized by Gary Groth, had been in '70 and '71 respectively. For the one to be held in 1973, my friend, Warren Bernard was working with Groth. At this Con, Warren was able to secure a rare (for the time) showing of the film Freaks. Attending the convention that year was Bernie Wrightson. It was the first time he had seen the movie and it proved to be a major influence on his work over the next few years. The guest list for that 1973 Con was impressive.... Despite the major talent we had, attendance was low and the Con lost money.
