The phrase “spoken word poetry” is copyright Poetryco and may not be used hereafter without written consent. Any such use is subject to a licensing fee and/or fine. Also, the words “spoken,” “word,” and “poetry” are each trademarks of Poetryco, as are all of their separated phonemes. So-called promotion agents of bars, clubs, concerts, and venues of all kinds, including radio, are hereby ordered to discontinue use of these words in their advertising and promotional material both separately and in context. The issue of ownership of the brand names “Performance Poet” and “Performance Artist” is currently before the courts, but all users of these phrases should be advised that in the event Poetryco, as expected, wins its suit, all users are being tracked and at such time will be subject to licensing fees plus any accrued interest. The logos “Beat Poet” and “Language Poet” are temporarily retired from service and are not to be used under any circumstances until they are redefined by Poetryco’s board of directors.
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Please consult Poetryco’s free on-line index for information on our copyrights of the following words and names: “Literature,” “Racist,” “Freedom,” “Terror,” “Billie,” and “McDonald.”
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