A story of philatelic intrigue from Honduras
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During the 1920s, there was a revolution in Honduras. A story is recounted of an American's life being saved from a mob because of a kind deed done a few years earlier in the city of La Ceiba. Not only was he given a way to freedom, but rare stamps were thrust into his hand. They are described.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1995
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Philatelic Show '95 announces award winners
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A list of the awards given at the Philatelic Show '95 in Boxborough, MA, is presented. Steve Walske won the Grand Award for '1870-1871 Provisional Bordeaux Issue of France.' Peter DuPuy won the Reserve Grand Award for 'The 30-Cent and 90-Cent Denominations of the 1861 Issue.'
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1995
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