Jeremy Sente knew the true spirit of philately

Article Abstract:

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.

Column, Appreciation, Children, Biography, Child death, Covers (Philately), Sente, Jeremy

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The "first lady" of philately

Article Abstract:

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.

Washington, Martha

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Youth philately: accepting the challenge

Article Abstract:

Young adults need to be encouraged to collect stamps by older collectors. Ways to introduce stamp collecting to youths are described.

Young adults

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