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Episode #198 - Lincoln and Davis Elections, and Online Companies Using the Postal System

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episode #198 - Today we are discussing the elections of President Lincoln and Jefferson Davis, who were elected on the same date one year apart. We also discuss online modern companies and startups going back to using the postal system for advertising. Scott and Tom will be at Chicagopex next week and there will most likely not be a show then. Enjoy.

Episode #197 - The Colombian Exposition, H. H. Holmes, USPS Supreme Court Patent Case, and Colombian Stamp Issue

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episode #197 - Today we are discussing the Colombian Exposition of 1893 including its link to H. H. Holmes, the nations first serial killer. Also the U.S. Supreme Court is going to hear a patent case involving the USPS, and the Colombian Issue of stamps that came out for the Exposition. We also discuss United Kingdom and Canada Christmas issues and upcoming shows, including the Black River Stamp Clubs Ohio show that is going to feature an airmail exhibit. Enjoy.

Episode #196 - First person over Niagara Falls in a Barrel, U.S. leaving the UPU, and Pan-American Exposition

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episode #196 - Sorry I got to this one a little late. Today we are discussing the first person to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel, The United States leaving the Universal Postal Union, and a discussion on the Pan-American Expositions postal showcase and the stamps that were issued by the United States. We also discuss a new Canadian Issue and upcoming stamp shows. Enjoy.

SSHT Short - The History of Madagascar from the SESCAL Stamp Show

An EXTRA Episode - because you all have been so good.

Episode #195 - Chuck Yeager, Largest USPS Internal Stamp Theft, and the Yehudi Menuhin Award

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #194 - Today we are discussing the Anniversary of Chuck Yeager Breaking the sound barrie, What may be the largest interal theft of postage stamps in USPS history, and the Yehudi Menuhin award for music depicted on stamps. Enjoy.

Episode #194 - National stamp collecting month, Post office break-in, early zip code adoption and special interests

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #194 - Today we are discussing national stamp collecting month, a post office break-in in Alabama, the difficulties of early zip code adoption, and the APS' special interest page. Also there is a give away for the remainder of this month in clebration of National stamp collecting month. Enjoy.

 

 

Episode #193 - Special Delivery, Royal Mail's stock drop, and Patent Cancels

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #193 - Today we are discussing special delivery, a 24% drop in stock price for Royal Mail, patent cancels and more. Enjoy.

Episode #192 - Gold Star Mothers, Canada Posts E-Commerce Award Winners and Self Adhesive Stamps

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #192 - Today we are discussing Gold Star Mothers, College students not being able to use the internet, Canada Posts e-commerce award winners, and collecting self-adhesive stamps. Enjoy.

Episode #191 - Capitol Building, Mark Cuban and Duck Stamps

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #191 - Today we are discussing the United States Capitol building, The USPS facing eviction in Milwaukee, Mark Cuban, and the just completed Federal Duck Stamp Competition. We also discuss the new United States Birds of Winter issue and upcoming shows. Enjoy.

Episode #190 - Mao Zedong, Missing Inverted Jenny found, and Plate Blocks

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episode #190 - Today we are discussing Mao Zedong and the recently discovered C3a "Inverted Jenny" discovered in a Chicago area bank vault. We will also discuss plate numbers and plate blocks and new issues including both the United States and Canada's first responder stamps, and the final release of the United Kingdom's World War I centenary issue. Enjoy