Well, here's an update: After getting e-mail assurances from MilePoint over the past few months that the subscriptions I ordered in August 2005 were on their way, I got a postcard from MilePoint today that said:
March 9, 2006: Thank you for your subscription request. Unfortunately, this magazine is no longer available for this program. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. Please select an alternate magazine from the list on reverse....Again, thank you for being a valued MilePoint member.
To substitute for The Economist and Fortune subscriptions that I requested, I am expected to select from a limited list that includes Bassmaster, Elegant Bride, Golf for Women, Jane, Latina Magazine, Out, Rev! (Pastoral Resources), and Runner's World.
I'm going to try to get my miles refunded back into my airline account and will update this thread regarding my success or lack thereof. In the meantime,
beware of Milepoint.com magazine subscriptions!