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World Stamps Feb 27, 2017, 10 PM
Born Feb. 28: Thomas Newcomen
by Michael BaadkeThomas Newcomen's invention of the steam engine in the 18th century "changed the history of engineering," according to Royal Mail. -
US Stamps Feb 27, 2017, 2 PM
Two recent finds, both scarce, document invalid use of U.S. airmail stamps
by Tony WawrukiewiczThere is often a question with airmail postage regarding the circumstances under which its use was invalid. Let's learn some answers. -
US Stamps Feb 27, 2017, 9 AM
When the USPS Northern Cardinal stamped envelope was actually issued
by Michael BaadkeAfter initially posting that the forever stamped envelope was issued Jan. 8, 2017, the USPS revised that issue date. -
US Stamps Feb 27, 2017, 6 AM
WPA Posters ceremony open to the public
by Michael BaadkeTen stamps showing Depression-era artwork from posters created by the Work Projects Administration will be issued with a ceremony in Hyde Park, N.Y. -
US Stamps Feb 26, 2017, 10 PM
Born Feb. 27: Alice Hamilton
by Michael BaadkeDescribed as a "crusader for industrial medicine," Alice Hamilton sought to improve dangerous workplaces while fighting for social reforms. -
US Stamps Feb 26, 2017, 2 PM
What is Donald Trump saying from the White House featured on this stamp?
by John M. HotchnerGiven that President Trump inspires strong reactions on both ends of the political spectrum, please keep your entries printable. -
World Stamps Feb 26, 2017, 12 PM
The legend of William Tell, as told on Switzerland’s stamps
by Richard T. HallSwitzerland is known as the land of William Tell. His story, historically accurate or not, is an important part of the Swiss heritage, even today. -
World Stamps Feb 26, 2017, 9 AM
In case you hadn’t noticed, Royal Mail updated several postal products in 2016
by Larry RosenblumRoyal Mail decided to update several of its products to better reflect its corporate branding. What changed? -
US Stamps Feb 25, 2017, 10 PM
Born Feb. 26: Buffalo Bill Cody
by Michael BaadkeWestern frontiersman and adventurer Buffalo Bill Cody, a Medal of Honor recipient in 1872, later became a world-famous showman and entertainer. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2017, 2 PM
Stamps to look for from the South African Republic
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerStamps listed in the Scott catalogs under Transvaal, another name for the South African Republic, were issued by three different political entities. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2017, 9 AM
How to collect Australia’s Kangaroo and Map issues
by Janet KlugOn Jan. 2, 1913, stamps in 15 different denominations and colors, all depicting a Kangaroo and Map (a design also known as “Roo and Map”), were issued. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2017, 3 AM
Longtime collector’s No. 1 tip to prospective stamp exhibitors: enjoy yourself
by Donna HousemanHave you ever considered exhibiting your collection? If so, Donna Houseman has the book for you. -
World Stamps Feb 24, 2017, 10 PM
Born Feb. 25: Anthony Burgess
by Michael BaadkeBritish-born writer Anthony Burgess is best known for his 1962 novel A Clockwork Orange, but he wrote dozens of other fiction and nonfiction books. -
US Stamps Feb 24, 2017, 2 PM
Sleuthing out the tantalizing origins of a waterlogged 1929 CAM 25 cover
by Wayne L. YoungbloodNice finds are made in stamp show junk boxes. So it shouldn't be a surprise this waterlogged cover is more than something salvaged from a damp basement. -
US Stamps Feb 24, 2017, 12 PM
Mystery solved: Readers explain ‘Remember S-D Day’ label
by John M. HotchnerWhat is SD Day? Thirty-five Linn’s readers responded to that question posed by John Hotchner after he came across a label promoting it. -
US Stamps Feb 24, 2017, 8 AM
Counterfeit United States 2014 Flag and Fireworks coil stamps have surfaced
by Charles SneeOn March 3, 2014, the Flag and Fireworks stamp was issued. It didn’t take counterfeiters long to start cranking out realistic fakes. -
Postal Updates Feb 24, 2017, 7 AM
Former PMG Benjamin Bailar, in 1976 speech, predicted troubles ahead for USPS
by Bill McAllister, Washington CorrespondentBailar laid out his vision for the Postal Service’s future in a March 8, 1976, speech to the Economic Club of Detroit. -
US Stamps Feb 24, 2017, 3 AM
Explaining the $1 black violet Eugene O’Neill stamp, seeing Hillary as president on Liberia sheet: Week’s Most Read
by Joe O'DonnellAlso this week, Liberia souvenir sheets featuring Hillary Clinton as president surface, and we looked at the market for Amelia Earhart stamps. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2017, 10 PM
Born Feb. 24: Gen. John Burgoyne
by Michael BaadkeFollowing his success against the Continental Army in Quebec, Gen. John Burgoyne was forced to surrender to Gen. Horatio Gates at Saratoga in 1777. -
Postal Updates Feb 23, 2017, 4 PM
Australia Post boss resigns weeks after his $4.4 million salary was revealed
by Joe O'Donnell"He said his departure has nothing to do with outrage over his salary, but rather because he has finished the job he set out to do."