tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,265 
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Jul 4, 2021 23:19:57 GMT
I mentioned in the last Newsletter issue ( V5.4) that the American Philatelic Society has re-instituted Chapter Newsletter and Website competitions, now named Star Route Awards. Yesterday, I entered our Forum/Chapter in both competitions. I don't know when the APS intends to announce the competition results, but it will be sometime after the entry deadline of August 5, 2021. The following image provides a brief description of Star Routes and the APS intent behind the competitions' re-launch. |
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stanley64
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Posts: 1,825
What I collect: Canada, USA, Netherlands, Portugal & Colonies, Antarctic Territories and anything that catches my eye...
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Post by stanley64 on Oct 17, 2021 17:44:33 GMT
Congratulations! To all involved, again, congratulations as both The Stamp Forum website and newsletter were recognized with 2021 Star Route Awards!!
With not wanting to create a spoiler, individuals are encouraged to watch the awards presentations for themselves...
Happy collecting! |
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Londonbus1
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Cinderella Stamp Club Member 3059
Posts: 4,876
What I collect: Cinderellas and some Ephemera from Great Britain, France and Israel plus a few beautiful bits from elsewhere !! Topical interests include Flags & Judaica, the latter with an emphasis on the Jewish National Fund.
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Post by Londonbus1 on Oct 17, 2021 18:49:57 GMT
Congratulations to TSF, The Newsletter and it's Team of editors & writers. Congratulations to all the members for making the forum a great place to be, to hang out, to learn and to observe. Congratulations to the members for all their amazing posts, knowledge and the time they give to make it such a great venture. Thanks to Steve for running the show.  Londonbus1 |
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renden
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Posts: 8,711
What I collect: World W collector with ++ interests in BNA (Canada etc) and USA
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Post by renden on Oct 17, 2021 19:05:23 GMT
BRAVO ! Congratulations ! to TSF and its Editorial Team  René |
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Philatarium
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Los Angeles, CA
Posts: 1,032
What I collect: Primarily focused on Japan, but lots of other material catches my eye as well ...
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Post by Philatarium on Oct 17, 2021 23:54:05 GMT
Two -- count 'em, TWO -- awards for TSF!!
Congratulations to everyone, and especially to Steve, the moderators, and editors!
Well done!
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stainlessb
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Posts: 4,642
What I collect: currently focused on most of western Europe, much of which is spent on France, Belgium, Germany and Great Britain Queen Victoria
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Post by stainlessb on Oct 18, 2021 0:15:21 GMT
WELL DONE!!!!!!
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nikhil
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Working on Australia, GDR, Japan
Posts: 552
What I collect: I collect WW. Looking for early issues.
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Post by nikhil on Oct 18, 2021 4:45:49 GMT
Wow Great! Congratulations to the Admin, moderators and editorial team!!!!
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hrdoktorx
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Posts: 6,604
What I collect: France (and French territories), Africa, Canada, USA, Germany, Guatemala, stamps about science, flags, maps, stamps on stamps...
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Post by hrdoktorx on Oct 18, 2021 7:10:20 GMT
Congrats to all! A well-deserved pair of accolades.
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stanley64
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Posts: 1,825
What I collect: Canada, USA, Netherlands, Portugal & Colonies, Antarctic Territories and anything that catches my eye...
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Post by stanley64 on Oct 21, 2021 10:23:17 GMT
Further to the APS 2021 Star Route Awards, whilst many of the sites in the winner's circle are anglo-centric and specific to North America, the list of winning entries includes a number of dedicated websites that are worthy of one's attention.
Northern Philatelic Society
These sites have plenty to offer and you are encouraged to check them on depending upon your own collecting interests. At the same, whether local or remote, I am sure they would welcome an application for membership to join their group or society. At the end of the day, whether it is to broaden your knowledge, support the hobby or other collaborate with other collectors with similar interests, support your 'local' clubs...
Happy collecting!
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tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,265
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Nov 5, 2022 14:57:24 GMT
It is with great sadness that I must report that we performed poorly in this year's competition, receiving Silver (the bottom tier) for our website and not even being evaluated for the Newsletter. As to the latter, I'm attempting to get APS to explain why the Newsletter wasn't considered, even though the 4 most recent issues were submitted. |
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Londonbus1
