President's Message

STAMPTROTTER NEWS - January 2026

Hello all,

     8 attended last night's meeting.

     The freebie table was cleared out.  As I continue to sift through the consignment remainders I am sure to generate more gently used philatelic items, so we will do this again.

     Ed reports that only about 50% of the club has renewed their membership as of last night.
If you haven't renewed, you can give your check made out to Stamptrotters in the amount of $15 to Ed at any meeting or auction.  You can also mail him at:  Ed Canfield 38 Wildflower Ridge, Poughkeepsie NY 12603.

     Craig was unable to attend but let me know that our checkbook balance is close to $8,300.
I am unsure if we have any outstanding bills at this time.

     Bill McC brought along 3 letters he has received from Stamps for the Wounded, thanking him and the club for our donations.  Garry, Shari and I have dropped off a few things for the next shipment.  
Thanks go to Bill for doing this for the members and SFTW.
     A motion was made and seconded to pay Bill for the postage required to get send these donations.
Those attending agreed with a unanimous show of hands.

     Ed is updating the membership roster and will share his efforts after the dust settles from our 2026 renewals.
     The creation of a member collecting interest list was discussed.  It was agreed that this would be for "in house" dissemination only.  
     This information could help sellers organize their auction lots and improve the opportunity of buyers seeing more material they need.
     Along the same lines, Ed will work on a basic club application / contact form for new members.

     The Boston World Expo, 23-30 May was discussed.
     A number of members will be attending,  It was suggested those attending might get together for lunch, happy hour, supper or all 3.  If you are going and would like to participate let us know the dates you will attend and we can try and put something together.
     Also, the APS has announced that more discounted hotel rooms have been opened for Expo attendees.  Here's a link for the Expo, scroll down to latest news and click the hotel link.  https://www.boston2026.org

     Last thing - As part of my consignment clean up efforts starting in February the club will make available US and worldwide stamps to club members.
     They will be packaged in 1 quart, numbered zip locks.  Take home whatever you can go through in a month, keep what you need for 5 cents each or 25 for $1 and return the leftovers at the next meeting.  All on the honor system.  You just might fill in some stubborn blanks that just don't show up at auction or shows.  Expect duplication and don't expect to hit the jackpot.

Be well and hope to see you soon.
Charlie