Jeremy Sente knew the true spirit of philately
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A mother who is herself interested in philately, remembers fondly her young son, dead at 15, who was also a collector. She supported rather than controlled the direction of his interests. Anecdotes about some of the special items in her son's collections are shared.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1996
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The "first lady" of philately
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Washington was the first woman pictured on a postage stamp. The design of the 1902 stamp, and how Washington was ultimately decided to be pictured, are described.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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Youth philately: accepting the challenge
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Young adults need to be encouraged to collect stamps by older collectors. Ways to introduce stamp collecting to youths are described.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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