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Stamp Associations And Societies

A fundamental rule of Web surfing is: If you want to learn something, find someone who already has launched the site. And for stamp collectors, the best sources about individual stamp topics are stamp associations, stamp clubs and stamp societies online. Who else could tell you about a stamp's non-standard usages or obscure postmarks than a group that hordes and studies the stamp with a passion?

For example:

The American Air Mail Society (AAMS) Aerophilately site is the contact point for US air mail and the home of the "The Airpost Journal" and the American Air Mail Catalogue. The society features auctions, sales, translations, slide presentations, an advance bulletin service and 16 chapters around the country, as well as nine study units.

The American Air Mail Society
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/aams/

The American Society for Netherlands Philately publishes the illustrated "Journal" three times a year with original and reprinted articles. Their quarterly newsletter features news and information, new issues, library acquisitions, advertisements, collector penpal addresses and member ads.

You can learn about them and other member benefits by visiting their Web site. They also hold auctions and have established a superior library on Netherlands and related area philately.

The American Society for Netherlands Philately
http://www.cs.cornell.edu/home/rvr/NL/neth_philately.html

Similarly, the American Belgian Philatelic Society is a US-based group fixated on philately abroad, and serves as a hub for activities and information for collectors with an interest in Belgium and their colonies.

The American Belgian Philatelic Society
http://groups.hamptonroads.com/ABPS/

The United States Stamp Society is the new name of the Bureau Issues Association and focuses on all U.S. classic and modern issues. Their monthly "The United States Specialist", covers all aspects of U.S. philately

Always strong on stamp production and plate varieties, specific issues and the latest data on plate numbers for sheet, coil and booklets receive full coverage.

The USSS has many committees and study groups. Aimed at research and philatelic education of members, the groups are open to all in the USSS. You've probably heard of some of their study groups like the Washington-Franklin Head Issue, and the Presidential and Liberty Study Groups.

The United States Stamp Society
http://www.usstamps.org/

FEATURED SOCIETIES

ADPS Stamp Dealers Society
Founded in 1966 this Society is for full-time and part-time dealers in the U.K. and abroad. Run by an elected committee made up from Society members services include chasing of bad debtors, monthly magazine or newsletter, regular auctions, etc. Surprisingly low annual membership fee. Email the secretary at the contact address shown.

American Air Mail Society (09/16/02 Andrew McFarlane USA) Links (Specialties: Covers/Air Mail,Stamps/Air Mail,Topicals)

American Society for Philatelic Pages & Panels
The web site of the American Society for Philatelic Pages & Panels, the only source of information on Souvenir Pages and Commemorative Panels for collectors of these items

American Topical Association
"Serving the World of Thematic Philately"

Austria Philatelic Society (US)
The Austria Philatelic Society (US) was formed in October 2000 and consists of about 150 colelctors who are interested in Austrian philately. A quarterly journal anchors the collector group. The AUSPS currently conducts two auctions a year for its members. If you are interested in the stamps fo Austria - visit our site and ask for a free copy of a recent journal.

Baroda Philatelic Society
Baroda Philatelic Society is an organisation devoted in the promotion of philately.

Czech Philately
Philatelic societies, Bibliography of philatelic literature, list of phil. exhibitions from 19th century, articles, hologram postal cards, new stamps, news etc.

Dogs On Stamps Study Unit
DOISSU is devoted to the study of dogs on postage stamps from around the world. The quarterly Journal that is issued with membership notifies the members of all new issues and has interesting articles about dogs on stamps. Checklists are available by Country or by Subject.

Federation of Central New York Philatelic Societies
It was on March 17, 1940, that the Federation of Central New York Philatelic Societies was founded. It seems that the idea for such an organization came up between 1939-40. Area clubs were contacted through a personal visit by Ed Richardson and Bill Hassan of Ithaca. The clubs approached were Cortland, Watkins Glen, Elmira, Syracuse, Geneva, Auburn, Binghamton, Utica and Corning clubs. All accepted the idea except Geneva and Utica. Today, well over 40 groups are members, from Albany in the east

Hampshire Philatelic Federation
The Hampshire Philatelic Federation represents the Stamp and Philatelic Societies of Hampshire and is affiliated to ABPS. The pages provide information and contacts regarding Hampshire Societies, Stamp Dealers and Events in the locality.

Hampshire Philatelic Federation
The Hampshire Philatelic Federation represents the Stamp and Philatelic Societies of Hampshire and is affiliated to ABPS. The pages provide information and contacts regarding Hampshire Societies, Stamp Dealers and Events in the locality.

International Society of Worldwide Stamp Collectors
The International Society of Worldwide Stamp Collectors serves the interests of all worldwide collectors. It strives to promote the fun and fascination of worldwide stamp collecting to young and old alike, and has an active outreach program serving youth, their leaders and beginners of all ages. We offer several sales and exchange programs, auctions, and an award-winning bimonthly publication, The Circuit.

Joint Stamp Issues
Official web site of the International Philatelic Society of Joint Stamp Issues Collectors - Presents all information related to Joint Issues (recent issues, stamps to be released, future programs), definitions, news from the Society as well as links to other relevant sites

Liechtenstudy: Liechtenstein Stamp Society
The Liechtenstudy philatelic organization consists of stamp collectors with an interest in Liechtenstein philately. Yearly dues are only $5 and the group publishes a quarterly bulletin. The Liechtenstudy group alos conducts two auction a year for its members. visit our site to request a free copy of a recent club bulletin and to learn more.

Philatelic Music Circle
The web site for the Philatelic Music Circle. Both public and members only pages. If your interest is music philately then this is the site (and society) for you

Rochester Philatelic Association
Whether you're a beginner or specialist, the RPA offers you many services and benefits. Our bimonthly newsletter, "Hinges & Tongs," is filled with articles about collecting in general and informs members about upcoming meetings and events. The club's philatelic library holds several hundred books, magazines and periodicals, including the most recent worldwide catalogs. These may be borrowed without cost by RPA members. For those in the upstate New York area, we invite you to attend RPA

New Listings

Astro Space Stamp Society (10/31/00 Jeff Dugdale UK)
Journey to new horizons - Collect space stamps,postcards, covers, etc and join the Astro Space Stamp Society. (Specialties: Topicals)
Australian Philatelic Society (09/08/00 John R. Tollan Australia) Links
Australia's premier philatelic society - Traditional Philately and Postal History; Research and Publishing; Quarterly Journal. (Specialties: Miscellaneous)
BGSV (12/02/98 Norbert Sehler Germany) Links
Berliner Ganzsachen-Sammler-Verein von 1901 e.V. (Specialties: Stamps,)
Baroda Philatelic Society (10/08/01 Prashant H. Pandya India) Links
Established in 1975, with 17 founder members, this society is one of the oldest societies in the state of Gujarat. It is dedicated to the cause of philately and all its executives are working on voluntary basis. (Specialties: Country-Specific,Miscellaneous,Stamps)
Canadian Forces Philatelic Society (12/26/98 David Gronbeck-Jones Canada) Links
The Canadian Forces Philatelic Society (CFPS) was formed in 1975 for stamp collectors who are members of the Canadian Forces, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Department of National Defence civil servants, and their families.
Croatian Philatelic Society (10/08/01 contact USA) Links
The CPS is a non-profit organization devoted to the study and exchange of information on Croatian and related postal issues, postal history and numismatics. (Specialties: Coins,Postal-Related,Postal History,Topicals)
Dakshina Kannada Philatelic Association (05/04/00 YV Jeppu India) Links
promoting philately in the young and the old. Win a stamp every fortnight. (Specialties: Miscellaneous,Stamps,Topicals)
Dogs on Stamps Study Unit (03/02/99 Morris Raskin USA) Links
A non-profit organization specializing in the collection, study, and enjoyment of stamps and other postal items that pertains to dogs. (Specialties: Stamps,Topicals,Topical/Animals)
Great Britain Philatelic Society (12/29/98 Graeme Sherman UK) Links
The GBPS covers all aspects of GB philately: postal history back through the ages; postal stationery; booklets; college stamps; philatelic conservation and postage stamps. (Specialties: Booklets,Postal History,Postal Stationery,)
Haiti Philatelic Society (02/12/00 Gerald L. Boarino USA) Links (Specialties: Postal History,Postcards/Picture)
High Wycombe and District Philatelic Society (12/26/98 Paul Herber UK) Links
This is a society for collectors of stamps, postal history and associated interests in the High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire area. (Specialties: Postal History,Stamps,)
Hong Kong Philatelic and Numismatic Society (04/13/99 contact Hong Kong) Links
To provide a media for students to know more about stamps, coins and cards and to foster student's interest in collecting stamps, coins and cards. (Specialties: Coins,Stamps)
International Society for Japanese Philately (03/23/97 Lois M. Evans-de Violini. USA)
Irish Airmail Society (12/26/98 Mr Karl Winkelmann, USA) Links
The main objectives of the Society are to study Irish Airmails in all its aspects, Early Flights, Rates, Routes, Recent Irish Flights, Aerogrammes, Airmail Stamps and Etiquettes, etc. (Specialties: Aerogrammes,Airmails,Flights,)
Liverpool Philatelic Society (12/29/98 Dr P H Dangerfield UK) Links
One of the oldest Philatelic Societies in the United Kingdom. Devoted to the study, research and dissemination of the knowledge of Philately, its members have a wide range of collecting and research interests. (Specialties: Miscellaneous,)
Malta Philatelic Society (06/15/01 Walter Rizzo Malta) Links
Site promoting the specialised study of Malta, its stamps, postal history and related areas. (Specialties: Country-Specific,Postal History,Stamps)
Military Postal History Society (02/09/00 Myron Fox USA) Links
The Military Postal History Society (a non-profit corporation) was founded in 1937 as the War Cover Club, American Philatelic Society Unit #19. It promotes the study of the postal aspects of all wars and military actions of all nations. (Specialties: Covers,Topicals)
National Philatelic Society (11/06/00 Peter Mellor UK) Links
One of the largest general philatelic societies in the UK with members drawn from all over the UK and abroad. Monthly Meetings and auctions. A comprehensive philatelic library. Bi-monthly magazine 'Stamp Lover'.
Navicula, Ships On Stamps (07/08/99 Bjoern Moritz Germany) Links
Maritime Motive Philately, ships and navigation, English and German. (Specialties: Stamps)
Nicaragua Study Group (09/15/98 Erick Rodrigues USA)
International Society of Nicaragua Collector corner. (Specialties: Stamps, Postal History)
Ohio Postal History Society (03/20/97 contact USA)
Philatelic Shows And Societies On The Web (12/26/98 USA) Links
Alphabetized Links for shows, societies, and clubs. (Specialties: Links,Resources,)
Romsey and District Philatelic Society (12/26/98 contact UK) Links
Rossica Society of Russian Philately (10/03/99 Gary Combs USA) Links
The Rossica Society is a worldwide society devoted to all aspects of Russian philately, from the pre-stamp days of Imperial Russia to current post-Soviet philately.
SMPS - Swedish Military Postal History Society (02/07/99 Lars Lindblad Sweden) Links
A military postal history club grouping members interested in Swedish military, field posts, marine post, covers and cancellations from United Nations peace keeping operations. (Specialties: Country-Specific)
Scouts on Stamps Society International (03/13/99 Keith Larson USA)
A non-profit philatelic organization specializing in the collecting, study, and enjoyment of stamps and other postal items celebrating the Boy Scout and Girl Scout (Guide) movements. (Specialties: Topicals)
Society of Israel Philatelists (07/02/99 Kristy USA)
Our organization has been around since 1948 with members all around the world. (Specialties: Stamps)
St. Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha Philatelic Society (03/15/97 Mr. Everett L. Parker.)
Swiss Postal Stationery Society (10/03/99 P. Bamert Chad) Links
Gives information about the Swiss Postal Stationery Society and the Perfins study Group. (Specialties: Miscellaneous,Postal-Related,Postal Stationery)
The International Machine Cancel Society (10/03/99 Bob Swanson USA) Links
Dedicated to the study of Machine Postal Markings, the machine inventors, patents, and other related history
The Perfin Society of Great Britain (10/27/01 Alastair Walter UK) Links
Founded in 1957 to study PERFINS (perforated initials), primarily on GB stamps. (Specialties: Stamps)
US Philatelic Classics Society, Inc. (04/02/02 Mark Rogers USA)
Universal Ship Cancellation Society (04/10/99 Elgin Sink USA)
 

MORE ASSOCIATIONS

Master Association List
There are over 200 Associations in this data base. You may want to select a collecting specialty.

Aerophilatelic Society, Canadian  (APS# AF0189)
Journal: The Canadian Aerophilatelist: quarterly.
Dues: Canada $CAN20; U.S. $CAN22; others $CAN25.
Services: special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study and collection of Canadian aerophilately.
Contact Person: MAJ R. K. Malott, 16 Harwick Cres.  , Nepean , ON  K2H 6R1  Canada
E-mail: rmalott@magma.ca
Website:

Air Mail Society, American  (APS# AF0077)
Journal: The Airpost Journal: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $23; outside U.S. $28.
Services: local chapters, study groups, sales book circuits,auctions, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To foster, develop, protect, and further the collecting of aerophilatelic material.
Contact Person: Mr. Stephen Reinhard, P. O. Box 110  , Mineola , NY  11501 
E-mail: SR1501@aol.com
Website: www.AmericanAirMailSociety.org

Air Post Society, Metropolitan  (APS# AF0192)
Journal: MAPS Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services: auctions(members only), special awards, annual convention .
Purpose: To promote th education of Aero and Astrophilately.
Contact Person: Mr. Frederick C. Dietz, 14834 S. Hadcock Dr.  , Sterling , NY  13156-4196 
E-mail:
Website: homepage.mac.com/airmails/index.html

Alaska Collectors Club  (APS# AF0218)
Journal: The Alaskan Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: To promote interest in and to encourage research and study on all subjects pertaining to Alaskan Postal History.
Contact Person: Mr. Eric R. Knapp, 4201 Folker St., #C102  , Anchorage , AK  99508 
E-mail: eknapp@gci.com
Website:

American First Day Cover Society  (APS# UN0033)
Journal: First Days: 8 per year.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $28.
Services: local chapters, study groups, auctions, expertizing, slide programs, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention, insurance, mentors.
Purpose: Organized solely to promote interest in and knowledge of first day covers.
Contact Person: Mr. Douglas A. Kelsey, P. O. Box 65960  , Tucson , AZ  85728-5960 
E-mail: afdcs@aol.com
Website: www.afdcs.org

American Philatelic Congress  (APS# AF0139)
Journal: American Congress Book: annually.
Dues: U.S. $30; outside U.S. $35.
Services: handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To engage in all forms of philatelic research activity.
Contact Person: Mr. David L. Straight, P. O. Box 32858  , St. Louis , MO  63132 
E-mail: dls@library.wustl.edu
Website: hometown.aol.com/TongaJan/APC.html

American Topical Association  (APS# AF0177)
Journal: Topical Time: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $30.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Promote Topical collecting, encourage Topical research, provide exchange of ideas among members.
Contact Person: Mr. Paul E. Tyler, P. O. Box 50820  , Albuquerque , NM  87181-0820 
E-mail: americantopical@msn.com
Website: home.prcn.org/~pauld/ata/index.html

Americana Unit  (APS# UN0040)
Journal: Americana Philatelic News: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $6.
Services: auctions, annaul convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of any aspect of philately concerning the history, culture or ideals of the United States.
Contact Person: Mr. David A. Kent, P. O. Box 127  , New Britain , CT  06050 
E-mail: ddengel@bestweb.net
Website: www.americana.org

Arizona-New Mexico Postal History Society  (APS# AF0188)
Journal: The Roadrunner: quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services: directory, handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage, create, sponsor and guide research in the postal history of Ariz- ona and New Mexico.
Contact Person: Jewell L. Meyer, 20112 Westpoint Dr.  , Riverside , CA  92507-6608 
E-mail: jlmeyer_2000@yahoo.com
Website:

Art Cover Exchange Society  (APS# AF0243)
Journal: From Cover-to-Cover: monthly
Dues: U.S. $7; outside U.S. $14.
Services: directory, auctions, slide programs, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: The exchange of philatelic covers of an artistic nature, and to promote friendly correspondence among members with a similar interest.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert Fritz, 6108 Saddleback Dr.  , Oklahoma City , OK  73150 
E-mail: rfritz8283@aol.com
Website: www.geocities.com/artcoverexchange

Asociacion Mexicana de Filatelia  (APS# AF0194)
Journal: Revista AMEXFIL: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $37.
Services: auctions.
Purpose: Study of Mexican Phlately.
Contact Person: Mr. Alejandro F. Grossmann, Apartado Postal 18-933  , 11800 Mexico DF ,     Mexico
E-mail: alejandro-grossmann@yahoo.com
Website:

Australasian Specialists/Oceania, Society of  (APS# UN0022)
Journal: The Informer: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $17; outside U.S. $24.
Services: sales book circuits, auctions, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Specializing in the Pacific Islands mainly south of the Tropic of Cancer.
Contact Person: Dr. Paul E. Tyler, 1023 Rocky Point Ct., N.E.  , Albuquerque , NM  87123-1944 
E-mail:
Website: members.aol.com/stampsho/saso.html

Austria Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0246)
Journal: The Austrian Philatelic Society Journal; quarterly
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $22.
Services: journal,auctions,mentoring program.
Purpose: To promote Austrian Philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Louis W. Ricker, 725 Iris Lane  , Media , PA  19063-5456 
E-mail: lwros@comcast.net
Website: www.apsus.esmartweb.com

Belgian Philatelic Society, American  (APS# AF0138)
Journal: The Belgiophile: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $9; Canada $10; others $16.
Services: directory, auctions, library.
Purpose: To promote all philatelic aspects of Belgium and former colonies.
Contact Person: Mr. Ralph Yorio, 1123 Cheyenne Dr.  , Indian Harbor Beach , FL  32937 
E-mail: kcos32@cox.net
Website: groups.HamptonRoads.com/ABPS

Bermuda Collectors Society  (APS# AF0186)
Journal: Bermuda Post: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $22; outside U.S. $25-30.
Services: directory, auctions, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote all aspects of Bermuda philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Thomas J. McMahon, Villa Del Sol, Apt. 5I  11000 S. Ocean Dr., Jensen Beach , FL  34957 
E-mail:
Website:

Biology Unit*  (APS# AF0172)
Journal: Biophilately: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20.
Services: annual convention.
Purpose: To form an international cooperative study of biological postage stamps and related material.
Contact Person: Mr. Carl H. Spitzer, Jr., 610 N. Bedford Dr.  , Tucson , AZ  85710-2620 
E-mail: A.Hanks@aci.on.ca
Website:

Brazil Philatelic Association  (APS# UN0032)
Journal: Bull's Eyes: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: annual convention.
Purpose: To promote Brazilian philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Kurt Ottenheimer, 462 W. Walnut St.  , Long Beach , NY  11561-3133 
E-mail: oak462@juno.com
Website:

British Caribbean Philatelic Study Group  (APS# UN0027)
Journal: Brit Caribbean Phil Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $18; outside U.S. $21.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To study, report, and create new interest in the philately of the present and past Brit. Caribbean area.
Contact Person: Dr. Reuben Ramkissoon, 3011 White Oak Lane  , Oak Brook , IL  60523-2513 
E-mail: rramkissoon@juno.com
Website: ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/BCPSG/

British North American Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0144)
Journal: BNA TOPICS: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $18: Canada $24; UK *L12.
Services: local chapters, study groups, sales book circuits, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: The collecting/study of the stamps and postal history of Canada, Newfoundland, and the pre-Confederation colonies of Bristish North America.
Contact Person: Mr. Jerome C. Jarnick, III, 108 Duncan Dr.  , Troy , MI  48098 
E-mail: bnaps@wep.2b.c2
Website: www.bnaps.org

Bullseye Cancel Collector's Club  (APS# AF0108)
Journal: The BCCC Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $15
Services: directory, auctions, round robin trading cricuits.
Purpose: Promote Bullseye collecting with bulletins & annual membership list of coll. preferences for trading purposes.
Contact Person: Mr. Donald Landis, Urb. La Cerca 37, Bajo B  , Collado Villalba 28400 (Madrid) ,     Spain
E-mail: donaldj@teleline.es
Website:

Canada, Postal History Society of  (APS# AF0067)
Journal: PHSC Journal: quarterly.
Dues: $25.
Services: exhibition awards.
Purpose: To promote the study of the postal history of Canada and its Provinces.
Contact Person: F. Narbonne, 216 Mailey Dr.  , Carleton Place , ON  K7C 3X9  Canada
E-mail:
Website:

Canadiana Study Unit  (APS# AF0213)
Journal: The Canadian Connection: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $10; others $15.
Services: auctions, slide programs, new issue service.
Purpose: The collecting, studying and dissemi- nation of knowledge of stamps and philatelic material dealing with Canada.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert A. Haslewood, 2144 Decarie, Apt. 3  , Montreal , QC  H4A 3J3  Canada
E-mail: john.peebles@sympatico.ca
Website:

Canal Zone Study Group  (APS# UN0042)
Journal: Canal Zone Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: $8.
Services: auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the collecting and study of philately and postal history of the Canal Zone and the Isthmus of Panama.
Contact Person: Mr. Richard H. Salz, 60 27th Ave.  , San Francisco , CA  94121-1026 
E-mail:
Website: www.czsg.org

Carriers and Locals Society  (APS# AF0211)
Journal: The Penny Post: quarterly.
Dues: $35.
Services: directory, auction, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage the collecting and study of US carriers and locals.
Contact Person: Mr. John D. Bowman, P. O. Box 38246  , Birmingham , AL  35238-2436 
E-mail:
Website: www.pennypost.org

Cats on Stamps Study Unit*  (APS# AF0179)
Journal: Cat Mews: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./CAN/MEX $8; others $10.
Services:
Purpose: The collection and study of philatelic material portraying various breeds, and the history of the cats.
Contact Person: Mr. Richard H. Sattinger, 1862 E. 14th St., Apt. 3D  , Brooklyn , NY  11229-2847 
E-mail:
Website:

Censorship Civil, Study Group  (APS# AF0086)
Journal: Civil Censorship Study Gp Bul: quarterly
Dues: $20.
Services: auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, library.
Purpose: To study censorship of civilian mail, all countries, all time periods.
Contact Person: COL Charles J. LaBlonde, 15091 Ridgefield Lane  , Colorado Springs , CO  80921 
E-mail: clablonde@aol.com
Website: members.aol.com/ww2censor/ccsg.html

Ceremony Program Society, The American  (APS# AF0217)
Journal: The Ceremonial: bimonthly.
Dues: $15.
Services: directory, auctions, annual convention.
Purpose: To unite all collector of Ceremony Programs and related philatelic organiz ation of knowledge and experience.
Contact Person: Monte L. Eiserman, 14359 Chadbourne  , Houston , TX  77079 
E-mail: litvaks@earthlink.net
Website: webacps.org

Chemistry and Physics on Stamps Study Unit*  (APS# AF0123)
Journal: Philatelia Chimica et Physica: quarterly
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $17-$20.
Services: slide programs, handbooks, special award.
Purpose: Collecting and study of stamps pertaining to chemistry, chemists, chemical industries, as well as physics and physicists.
Contact Person: Dr. John B. Sharkey, 1559 Grouse Lane  , Mountainside , NJ  07092-1340 
E-mail: mmorgan@lausd.k12.ca.us
Website: www.cpossu.org

Chess on Stamps Study Unit*  (APS# AF0180)
Journal: Chesstamp Review: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada/Mexico $15; others $25.
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: To promote the collecting and knowledge of chess on stamps.
Contact Person: Mr. Russell E. Ott, P. O. Box 9789  , Midland , TX  79708-9789 
E-mail: reott@nts-online.net
Website: www.russott.com/stamps1.htm

China Stamp Society  (APS# AF0010)
Journal: The China Clipper: bimonthly.
Dues: $18
Services: local chapters, auctions, expertizing, slide programs, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To create a spirit of fraternity, to encourage research, and to promote Chinese and related areas philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Paul Gault, P. O. Box 20711  , Columbus , OH  43220 
E-mail: secretary@chinastampsociety.org
Website: www.chinastampsociety.org

Christmas Philatelic Club*  (APS# AF0074)
Journal: Yule Log: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $15; outside U.S. $22.
Services: auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual meeting.
Purpose: To promote Christmas topicalists in the common growth in knowledge and enjoyment of Christmas philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Walton U. Beauvais, 1068 Medhurst Road  , Columbus , OH  43220 
E-mail: cpc@hwcn.org
Website: www.hwcn.org/link/cpc/

Christmas Seal & Charity Stamp Society  (APS# AF0101)
Journal: Seal News: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $15; Mex/Canada $17.50; others $27.50
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, bienniel convention.
Purpose: Organized for collectors of local, national, and foreign TB seals, as well as other charity seals.
Contact Person: Betsy Berry, 3606 S. Atherton St.  , State College , PA  16801 
E-mail: betsychuck@att.net
Website: cscss.home.att.net

Churchill Society, International*  (APS# AF0049)
Journal: Finest Hour: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $40.
Services: local chapters, cover service, annual convention.
Purpose: To preserve the memory and legacy of Sir Winston S. Churchill, to study Churchill books, stamps & memorabilia.
Contact Person: Sue M. Hefner, 1837 Latham Ave.  , Lima , OH  45805-1635 
E-mail: wsc_1874@msn.com
Website: www.winstonchurchill.org

Cinderella Stamp Club  (APS# AF0091)
Journal: The Cinderella Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $24; outside U.S. *L16
Services: study groups, sales book circuits (UK only), auctions,handbooks, exhibition awards, special award, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Association of philatelists with interests in local, telegraph, fiscal, and bogus stamps, phantom issues, etc.
Contact Person: Mr. Joseph E. Foley, P. O. Box 183  , Riva , MD  21140-0183 
E-mail: Conrad-Graham@yahoo.co.uk
Website: www.cinderellastampclub.org.uk

Colorado Postal History Society  (APS# AF0200)
Journal: Colorado Postal Historian: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services: local chapters, expertizing, slide programs, speaker bureau, handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the collecting and study of the postal hisotry of the Territory and State of Colorado.
Contact Person: Mr. Roger Rydberg, 354 S. Nile St.  , Aurora , CO  80012 
E-mail: rrydberg@attbi.com
Website:

Columbus, Christopher, Philatelic Society*  (APS# AF0124)
Journal: Discovery!: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15: outside U.S. $20.
Services: directory.
Purpose: To study philatelic and allied material related to the life and voyages of Christopher Columbus.
Contact Person: Mr. James P. Doolin, Suite 105  11258 Goodnight Lane, Dallas , TX  75229-9828 
E-mail: meganddon@monad.net
Website: home.prcn.org/~pauld/ata/units/columbus.htm

Confederate Stamp Alliance  (APS# AF0073)
Journal: Confederate Philatelist: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S./Canada/Mexico $24; others $32.
Services: directory, expertizing, slide programs, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the collecting and encourage the study of the stamps and postal history of the CSA.
Contact Person: Mr. Richard H. Byne, 7518 Buckskin Lane  , San Antonio , TX  78227-2716 
E-mail: rhbcsaps@flash.net
Website: www.csalliance.org/

Connecticut Postal History Society  (APS# AF0195)
Journal: The Journal;CPHS: quarterly.
Dues: $12.
Services: auctions, slide programs, speakers bureau, exhibition awards.
Purpose: Investigation, preservation, and study of all phases of the postal history of the Colony and State of Connecticut.
Contact Person: Mr. Willliam Duffney, P. O. Box 2151  , Meriden , CT  06450 
E-mail:
Website:

COPAPHIL (Columbia-Panama Philatelic Study Group)  (APS# AF0142)
Journal: COPACARTA: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $10; others $15.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, bi-annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the philately of Colombia and Panama and to research and publish their philatelic history.
Contact Person: Ms. Debby Friedman, 10 Reddy Lane  , Loudonville , NY  12211 
E-mail: rbreuer1@nycap.rr.com
Website:

Costa Rica Collectors, Society of  (APS# AF0096)
Journal: Oxcart: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $12; outside U.S. $15.
Services: directory, auctions, new issue service, cover service, handbooks, exhibition awards, library.
Purpose: Promotion of Costa Rica Philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Raul Hernandez, 4204 Haring Road  , Metairie , LA  70006 
E-mail: rherna3870@aol.com
Website: www.socorico.org

Cover Collectors Circuit Club  (APS# AF0215)
Journal: CCCC News: 6 per year.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $5.
Services:
Purpose: To promote peace and understanding through the exchange of covers and stamps.
Contact Person: Mr. Thomas M. Fortunato, 42 Maynard St.  , Rochester , NY  14615-2022 
E-mail: stamptmf@frontiernet.net
Website: www.geocities.com/coverccc/index.html

Croatian Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0053)
Journal: The Trumpeter: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $24; outside U.S. $25.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, expertizing, slide programs, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Devoted to the study and exchange of information regarding Croatian, Balkan, and Central European philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Eck Spahich, P. O. Box 696  , Fritch , TX  79036-0696 
E-mail: ou812@arn.net
Website: www.croatianmall.com/cps/

Cuban Philatelic Society of America  (APS# AF0173)
Journal: The Cuban Philatelist: 3 times per year.
Dues: U.S. $15: outside U.S. $30.
Services: local chapters, directory, sales book circuits, auctions, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote philately and philatelic friendship and knowledge among its members.
Contact Person: Mrs. Silvia C. Garcia, P. O. Box 141656  , Coral Gables , FL  33114-1656 
E-mail:
Website: www.philat.com/cpsa/

Czechoslovak Philately, Society for  (APS# UN0018)
Journal: The Czechoslovak Specialist: 6 yearly.
Dues: U.S. $18; outside U.S. $23.
Services: directory, sales book circuits, expertizing, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Devoted to the philately of Czechoslovakia and related areas.
Contact Person: Mr. Henry Hahn, 2936 Rosemoor Lane  , Fairfax , VA  22031 
E-mail: hhahn25@aol.com
Website: www.erols.com/sibpost/

Dakota Postal History Society  (APS# AF0216)
Journal: Dakota Collector: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $30.
Services:
Purpose: Promote knowledge of postal history and related subjects for Dakota Territory and North & South Dakota.
Contact Person: Mr. Gary Anderson, P. O. Box 600039  , Saint Paul , MN  55106 
E-mail: garyndak@ix.netcom.com
Website:

Disabled Collector's Correspondence Club  (APS# AF0214)
Journal: Stampabilities: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $5; outside U.S. $15.
Services: directory.
Purpose: Encourage fellowship amongst disabled stamp collectors.
Contact Person: CDR Donald T. Rohde, 532 Woodland Dr.  , Los Osos , CA  93402 
E-mail: siosal@hotmail.com
Website: members.aol.com/DisabledCC

Disinfected Mail Study Circle, The  (APS# AF0219)
Journal: Pratique: 3 per year.
Dues: U.S. $36; UK*L15; others*L18.
Services: auctions, expertizing, speakers bureau, annual convention.
Purpose: Researching and publishing accounts of the treatment of mail in way thought to prevent the spread of infectious disease. Also the postal history of quarantines and of vaccinations.
Contact Person: Mr. William A. Sandrik, P. O. Box 3277  , Arlington , VA  22203 
E-mail: vdvpratique@aol.com
Website:

Duck Stamp Collectors Society, National  (APS# AF0210)
Journal: Duck Tracks: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20.
Services: directory, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote and encourage the collecting and study of migratory waterfowl, hunting, and conservation stamps.
Contact Person: Ms. June E. Berwald, 1821 Zanzibar Lane, N.  , Plymouth , MN  55447-2850 
E-mail: ndscs@hwcn.org
Website: www.hwcn.org/link/ndscs

Ebony Society of Philatelic Events and Reflections  (APS# AF0239)
Journal: Reflections: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services: directory.
Purpose: To promote and foster an interest in the study and collection of African-Americans on United States and foreign philatelic material.
Contact Person: Mr. Manuel Gilyard, 800 Riverside Dr., #4H  , New York , NY  10032-7412 
E-mail: esper@stx.rr.com
Website: www.slsabyrd.com (then click of ESPER)

Eire Philatelic Association  (APS# AF0021)
Journal: Revealer: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $12 Canada/Mexico $15; others $20.
Services: local chapters, directory, auctions, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To facilitate the sharing of an interest in the stamps and postal history of Ireland.
Contact Person: Mr. David J. Brennan, P. O. Box 704  , Bernardsville , NJ  07924 
E-mail: brennan704@aol.com
Website: www.eirephilatelicassoc.org

El Salvador, Associated Collectors of  (APS# AF0089)
Journal: El Faro: quarterly.
Dues: $24.
Services: auctions, expertizing.
Purpose: An international organization devoted to all phases of the philately of El Salvador.
Contact Person: Mr. Jeff Brasor, c/o FALCORP  P. O. Box 140605, Irving , TX  75014-0605 
E-mail: jbrasor@aol.com
Website:

Empire State Postal History Society  (APS# UN0028)
Journal: ESPHS Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual meeting.
Purpose: To advance the knowledge of the postal history of New York State.
Contact Person: Mr. William J. Hart, P. O. Box 167  , Shrub Oak , NY  10588 
E-mail:
Website: www.westelcom.com/users/gestus/esphs/esphs1.html

Errors, Freaks & Oddities Collectors Club*  (APS# AF0103)
Journal: EFO Collector: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $16; outside U.S. $30.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, expertizing, speakers bureau, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of and interest in EFO material, domestic and foreign.
Contact Person: James E. McDevitt, 955 S. Grove Blvd., #65  , Kingsland , GA  31548-5263 
E-mail: cwouscg@aol.com
Website: www.EFOERS.org

Ethiopian Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0145)
Journal: MENELIK'S Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $7.50; others $12.
Services: directory, auctions, expertizing services, library.
Purpose: The promotion of research and study of all aspects of Ethiopian philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Ulf J. Lindahl, 640 S. Pine Creek Road  , Fairfield , CT  06430 
E-mail: fbheiser@attbi.com
Website: home.attbi.com/~fbheiser/ethiopia5.htm

Europa Study Unit*  (APS# AF0017)
Journal: Europa News: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $10; Canada $11; others $16.
Services: auctions, handbooks, library.
Purpose: To further the study and collecting of stamps and philatelic material and to foster interest in Europa philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Henry S. Klos, P. O. Box 611  , Bensenville , IL  60106 
E-mail: eunity@aol.com
Website:

Exhibitors, Philatelic, American Association of  (APS# AF0157)
Journal: The Philatelic Exhibitor: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $25.
Services: local chapters, exhibition awards, special awards, convention.
Purpose: To desseminate information, techniques, and methods to educate and inform philatelists involved in exhibiting.
Contact Person: Mr. R. Timothy Bartshe, 13955 W. 30th Ave.  , Golden , CO  80401-1503 
E-mail: vergec@sympatico.ca
Website:

Falkland Islands Philatelic Study Group  (APS# AF0083)
Journal: The Upland Goose: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $20; Europe*L10; others*L15.
Services: study groups, directory, sales book circuits (Great Britain only), auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To research all aspects of philately connected with the Falkland Islands and their dependencies.
Contact Person: Mr. Carl J. Faulkner, Williams Inn, On The Green  , Williamstown , MA  01267 
E-mail:
Website:

Federation Quebecquoise de Philatelie  (APS# AF0169)
Journal: Philatelie Quebec: 6 per year.
Dues: U.S. $30; outside U.S. $42.
Services: local chapters, study groups, expertizing, speakers bureau, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To unite philatelic clubs of Quebec so they can benefit from related materials and a revue of standard in French.
Contact Person: Mr. Paul Desjardins, 972 Montarville  , St. Bruno , QC  J3V 5A7  Canada
E-mail: paul.desjardins@sympatico.ca
Website:

Fine Arts Philatelists*  (APS# AF0160)
Journal: Jrl Fine/Performing Arts Phil: quarterly
Dues: U.S./CANADA/MEXICO $22; others $30.
Services: directory, new issue service.
Purpose: For a wider understanding and enjoyment of all aspects of fine arts through philately.
Contact Person: Mrs. H. Ruth Richards, 10393 Derby Dr.  , Laurel , MD  20723 
E-mail:
Website: www.philately.com/philately/fap.htm

Fire Service in Philately  (APS# AF0080)
Journal: Fire Stamp News: bimonthly.
Dues: $15.
Services: auctions, new issues service, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study and collecting of philatelic items related to fire service.
Contact Person: Mr. Edward Flory, 149 Sopher St.  , East Stroudsburg , PA  18301 
E-mail: brenglersr@mail.enter.net
Website: www.firestamps.com

First Issues Collector Club  (APS# AF0232)
Journal: First Issues; quarterly.
Dues: $6.
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: Promotes the collection of the first postage stamps issued by any nation, province, city, army or other entity and facilitates the exchange of information among stamp collectors.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert K. Sylvester, 13 Idlewood Pl.  , New Orleans , LA  70123 
E-mail: bobsyl@prodigy.net
Website: www.firstissues.org

Florida Postal History Society  (APS# AF0227)
Journal: FL Postal History Journal: biannually
Dues: $10.
Services: study group, directory, slide programs, speakers bureau, book, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To cultivate and promote the study of Florida Postal History.
Contact Person: Dr. Deane R. Briggs, 160 E. Lake Howard Dr.  , Winter Haven , FL  33881 
E-mail: drb@gte.net
Website:

France & Colonies Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0045)
Journal: France & Colonies Philatelist: quarterly
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: expertizing, slide programs, handbooks, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Study of the stamps and postal history of France and the French community.
Contact Person: Dr. Edward J. J. Grabowski, 741 Marcellus Dr.  , Westfield , NJ  07090 
E-mail: edjjg@bellatlantic.net
Website: www.drunkenboat.net/FrandCol/FCPSHome.html

G.B. Overprints Society  (APS# AF0072)
Journal: The Overprinter: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S.*L13.
Services: study groups, sales book circuits, auctions, expertizing, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Organized for collectors who specialize in the overprinted stamps of Great Britain and related areas.
Contact Person: Mr. Francis E. Kiddle, Punch Tree House  Reading Road North, Fleet, Hants ,   GU51 4HS  England
E-mail:
Website:

Gay & Lesbian History on Stamps Club*  (APS# AF0205)
Journal: Lambda Philatelic Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Mex/Canada $10; others $15.
Services: directory, slide program, handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote study & dissemination of knowledge of philatelic material depicting homosexuel or bisexual behavior.
Contact Person: Mr. Joe Petronie, P. O. Box 190842  , Dallas , TX  75219-0842 
E-mail: glhsc@aol.com
Website: www.glhsc.org

Georgia Postal History, Society  (APS# AF0224)
Journal: Georgia Post Roads; quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services: handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: To bring together collectors of and further the study of the postal history of the state of Georgia.
Contact Person: Mrs. Nancy B.Z. Clark, P. O. Box 427  , Marstons Mills , MA  02648-0427 
E-mail: nbc@cape.com
Website:

German Colonies Collectors  (APS# AF0236)
Journal: VORLAUFER: quarterly
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $24.
Services: exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage the philately of the German Colonies and Post Offices abroad and related areas.
Contact Person: Mr. John S. Miller, P. O. Box 27  , Newton Upper Falls , MA  02464 
E-mail: miller02464@yahoo.com
Website: www.gps.nu/studygroup/colonies/info.html

Germany Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0048)
Journal: The German Postal Specialist: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $25; Canada/Mexico $35; others $40.
Services: local chapters, study groups, auctions, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote German philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Christopher D. Deterding, P. O. Box 779  , Arnold , MD  21012-4779 
E-mail: germanyphilatelic@starpower.net
Website: www.gps.nu/

Golf Society, International Philatelic *  (APS# AF0183)
Journal: Tee Time: quarterly.
Dues: $12.
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: To further the knowledge of collectors and students of golf philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Ron Spiers, 8025 Saddle Run  , Powell , OH  43065 
E-mail: rwspiers@aol.com
Website: www.ipgsonline.org

Graphics Philately Association*  (APS# AF0133)
Journal: Philateli-Graphics: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S $20.
Services: directory, checklist.
Purpose: To promote and encourage the collection and study of all aspects of Graphic Arts philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Bruce L. Johnson, 115 Raintree Dr.  , Zionsville , IN  46077-2012 
E-mail: indybruce1@yahoo.com
Website:

Great Britain Collectors Club  (APS# AF0191)
Journal: GBCC Chronicle: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $18.50; others $27.
Services: sales book circuits, auctions, handbook, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To expand knowledge and interest in all aspects of Great Britain philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Parker A. Bailey, 17 Greenwood Road  , Merrimack , NH  03054 
E-mail: larry@gbstamps.com
Website: www.gbstamps.com/gbcc

Guatemala Collectors, International Society of  (APS# UN0036)
Journal: El Quetzal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./CAN/MEX $18; Guatemala $15; others $22.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards,library, annual convention. .
Purpose: To promote the study and collection of the postal history and materials from Guatemala.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert Lebow, 1322 E. Brooklake  , Houston , TX  77077-3204 
E-mail: info@guatemalastamps.com
Website: www.guatemalastamps.com

Haiti Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0081)
Journal: Haiti Philately: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $23.
Services: directory, auctions, expertizing.
Purpose: To promote the study of the philately and postal history of Haiti.
Contact Person: Mr. Carroll L. Lloyd, 2117 Oak Lodge Road  , Baltimore , MD  21228 
E-mail: clloyd@bcpl.net
Website: www.waypt.com/users/~glb/

Hawaiian Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0136)
Journal: Po'Oleka O Hawaii: quarterly.
Dues: $12.
Services: expertizing (Hawaii stamp only), library.
Purpose: To stimulate, encourage, create, sponsor advance and guide the collection and study stamps and postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Harry A. Foglietta, 1012 Palm Dr., Apt. 1  , Honolulu , HI  96814-1926 
E-mail: bannan@pixi.com
Website: www.stampshows.com/hps.html

Hellenic Philatelic Society of America  (APS# AF0120)
Journal: HPSA News Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; Canada $20; others $25.
Services: local chapters, expertizing, handbooks, special awards, library.
Purpose: The advancement of knowledge of Greece and related areas. To unite Greek collectors and share collective information.
Contact Person: Dr. Nicholas Asimakopulos, 541 Cedar Hill Ave.  , Wyckoff , NJ  07481 
E-mail: nick1821@aol.com
Website:

Helvetia Philatelic Society, American  (APS# AF0052)
Journal: Tell: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S.21; Canada/Mexico $26; others $31.
Services: sales book circuits, slide programs, exhibition awards,special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: The oldest Swiss philatelic society outside Switzerland devoted to all facets of Swiss area philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Ernest L. Bergman, 1421 Harris St.  , State College , PA  16803 
E-mail: secretary@swiss-stamps.org
Website: www.swiss-stamps.org

Honduras Collectors Club  (APS# AF0229)
Journal: El Hondureno: quarterly.
Dues: $24.
Services: auctions, expertizing, new issue service.
Purpose: To promote the study of the stamps and postal history of Honduras.
Contact Person: Mr. Jeff Brasor, c/o FALCORP  P. O.Box 140605, Irving , TX  75014-0605 
E-mail: jbrasor@aol.com
Website:

Hong Kong Stamp Society  (APS# AF0209)
Journal: Hong Kong Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; Canada/Mexico $15; others $20.
Services: auctions, expertizing, handbooks, library.
Purpose: Promoting the collection and study of Hong Kong stamps and postal history.
Contact Person: Ming W. Tsang, P. O. Box 206  , Glenside , PA  19038 
E-mail: hkstampsoc@yahoo.com
Website: hkss.org

Hungarian Philately, Society for  (APS# UN0034)
Journal: News of Hungarian Philately: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: study groups, directory, sales book circuits, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: A national society serving all collectors of philatelic material relating to Hungary.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert B. Morgan, 2201 Roscomare Road  , Los Angeles , CA  90077-2222 
E-mail: info@hungarianphilately.org
Website: www.hungarianphilately.org

Illinois Postal History Society  (APS# AF0112)
Journal: Illinois Postal Historian: quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services: expertizing, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, semi-annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage the distribution of materials for understanding and collecting Illinois Postal History.
Contact Person: Dr. Harvey M. Karlen, 1008 N. Marion St.  , Oak Park , IL  60302-1373 
E-mail: aubreyb@email.msn.com
Website:

India Study Circle  (APS# AF0111)
Journal: India Post: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $32; outside U.S.*L18.
Services: auctions, slide programs,handbooks, exhibition awards, library.
Purpose: To study the stamps, postal history and postal stationery of all portions of the Indian Sub-continent.
Contact Person: Mr. John Warren, P.O. Box 7326  , Washington , DC  20044 
E-mail: warren.john@epa.gov
Website: www.indiastudycircle.org/

Indiana Postal History Society  (APS# AF0241)
Journal: Indiana Postal History Society Newsletter: quarter
Dues: $10.
Services: directory, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards,annual convention.
Purpose: To obtain, preserve information, books, document and tangibles pertinent of post office operations in state and territory of Indiana.
Contact Person: Mr. Vincent A. Ross, R 3, Box 717  , Spencer , IN  47460 
E-mail: var@bluemarble.net
Website: www.theryles.com/iphs/

Indo-China Philatelists, Society of  (APS# AF0038)
Journal: Indo-China Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada/Mexico $15; others $20.
Services: study group, directory, auctions, handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: Study of postal issues and postal history of Indo-China, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.
Contact Person: Mr. Ron Bentley, 2600 N. 24th St.  , Arlington , VA  22207 
E-mail: ron.bentley@veridian.com
Website: www.imnahastamps.com/sicp.cfm

Iowa Postal History Society  (APS# AF0168)
Journal: IPHS Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: $16.
Services: auctions, expertizing, exhibition awards.
Purpose: To collect and preserve postal history information of Iowa, and to share the knowledge of individual research.
Contact Person: Mr. Alfred E. Mack, Apt. 210A  2571 Guthrie Ave., Des Moines , IA  50317-3019 
E-mail: suealmack@mchsi.com
Website:

Iran Philatelic Study Circle--No. American Chapter  (APS# AF0208)
Journal: I.P.S.C. Bulletin; 5 per year.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S.*L8.
Services: directory, sales book circuits(UK only), auctions, handbooks.
Purpose: To study the philately of Iran.
Contact Person: Mr. T. P. McDermott, 25 Hillside Ave.  , White Plains , NY  10601-1111 
E-mail: stampstp@msn.com
Website: www.iranphilatelic.org

Israel Philatelists, Society of  (APS# AF0105)
Journal: The Israel Philatelist: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $20; Can/Mex $26; others $33.
Services: local chapters, study groups, slide programs, speakers bureau, new issue service, cover service, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Devoted to the philately of the Holy Land and Israel.
Contact Person: Mr. Howard S. Chapman, 28650 Settlers Lane  , Pepper Pike , OH  44124 
E-mail:
Website: www.israelstamps.com

Italian American Stamp Club  (APS# AF0175)
Journal: Italian Am Stamp Club Nwlter: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $6; outside U.S. $10.
Services:
Purpose: To provide regular meetings for members and guests, interested in Italian Philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Ralph L. West, 1135 S. 75th St.  , West Allis , WI  53214 
E-mail:
Website:

Italy and Colonies Study Circle (GB)  (APS# AF0132)
Journal: Fil-Italia: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $28; others*L18.
Services: sales books circuits, auctions, special awards, library.
Purpose: To promote and encourage the study of all aspects of Italian philately and postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Richard Harlow, 7 Duncombe House  8 Manor Road, Teddington, Middx. ,   TW11 8BG  England
E-mail: L.R.Harlow@btinternet.com
Website: www.icsc.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk

Italy and Colonies Study Circle (USA)  (APS# AF0140)
Journal: Mare Nostrum: quarterly.
Dues: $18.
Services: annual convention.
Purpose: To aid and encourage the collection and study of stamps and other philatelic material of Italy.
Contact Person: Dr. Robert E. Lana, P. O. Box 7  , Narberth , PA  19072 
E-mail: jhlana@hotmail.com
Website:

Japanese Philately, International Society for  (APS# AF0058)
Journal: Japanese Philately: bimonthly.
Dues: $12.
Services: local chapters, directory, expertizing, new issues service, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library.
Purpose: To promote an intelligent interest in the philately and postal history of Japan.
Contact Person: Dr. Kenneth Kamholz, P. O. Box 1283  , Haddonfield , NJ  08033-0760 
E-mail: isjp@comcast.net
Website: www.isjp.org/

JAPOS (Journalists, Authors and Poets on Stamps) Study Group *  (APS# AF0068)
Journal: JAPOS Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $6; outside U.S. $8.50.
Services:
Purpose: To unite collectors of stamps featuring journalists, authors, and poets.
Contact Person: Mr. George Houle, 7260 Beverly Blvd.  , Los Angeles , CA  90036-2545 
E-mail: Houleg@aol.com
Website:

Junior Philatelists of America  (APS# UN0026)
Journal: Philatelic Observer: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $9; outside U.S. $14.
Services: local chapters, study groups, auctions, exhibition awards.
Purpose: To encourage stamp collecting among youths.
Contact Person: Mr. Kenneth P. Martin, P. O. Box 8084  , State College , PA  16803-8084 
E-mail: kpmartin@stamps.org
Website: www.jpastamps.org/

Korea Stamp Society  (APS# AF0113)
Journal: Korean Philately: quarterly.
Dues: $25.
Services: directory, expertizing, handbooks, library.
Purpose: To further the study of and publication of information concerning the postal history and stamps of Korea.
Contact Person: Mr. John E. Talmage, Jr., P. O. Box 6889  , Oak Ridge , TN  37831 
E-mail: jtalmage@usit.net
Website: www.pennfamily.org/KSS-USA/

Latin American Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0104)
Journal: Latin American Post: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $15; others $17.50.
Services: directory, library.
Purpose: To study Latin American philately and to disburse information.
Contact Person: Mr. Jules Beck, 3007 Cavell Ave., S.  , St. Louis Park , MN  55426 
E-mail: beck0391@umn.edu
Website:

Liberian Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0176)
Journal: Journal of the Liberia Philatelic Society: quarte
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $18.
Services: expertizing, slide programs, annual convention.
Purpose: To enhance the avocation of stamp collecting, particularly Liberian Stamps for the benefit of its members.
Contact Person: Mr. Wm. Thomas Lockard, P. O. Box 106  , Wellston , OH  45692-0106 
E-mail: tlockard@zoomnet.net
Website: faculty.carlow.edu/~trichard/liberia.htm

Lighthouse Stamp Society  (APS# AF0221)
Journal: The Philatelic Beacon: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $12; outside U.S. $20.
Services: directory, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To study philatelic material showing lighthouses and to share this information.
Contact Person: Mrs. Dalene T. Thomas, 8612 W. Warren Lane  , Lakewood , CO  80227-2352 
E-mail: dalene1@wideopenwest.com
Website: www.LighthouseStampSociety.org/

Lions International Stamp Club *  (APS# AF0153)
Journal: Lions Intl. Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $12.
Services: local chapters, directory, new issue service, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote philately and our hobby to others.
Contact Person: Mr. Leonard C. Schwab, 400 Le Fevre Road  , Cumberland , MD  21502-2613 
E-mail:
Website:

Lithuania Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0223)
Journal: Lithuania Phil. Soc. Journal; semiannual.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $15.
Services: auctions, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of the stamps and philatelic history of Lithuania.
Contact Person: Mr. Stanley J. Alsis, P. O. Box 102  , Feeding Hills , MA  01030 
E-mail: variakojis@earthlink.net
Website: www-public.osf.lt/~vasaris/e_bend_0.htm

Local Post Collectors Society  (APS# AF0126)
Journal: The Poster: quarterly
Dues: U.S./Canada $9; others $15.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks.
Purpose: To promote interest in modern day local posts.
Contact Person: Mr. Peter Pierce, 7 Pratt Ave.  , Oxford , MA  01540-2826 
E-mail: p.oxbou@verizon.net
Website:

Machine Cancel Society  (APS# UN0024)
Journal: Machine Cancel Forum: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $24.
Services: study groups, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Organized for collectors of machine cancellations and to expand the body of knowledge about them.
Contact Person: Mr. Gary M. Carlson, 3097 Frobisher Ave.  , Dublin , OH  43017 
E-mail: gcarlson@columbus.rr.com
Website: www.machinecancel.org

Mailer's Postmark Permit Club  (APS# AF0100)
Journal: Permit Patter: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $7; outside U.S $9.
Services: directory, auctions, expertizing, special awards.
Purpose: To promote interest in the collecting and use of mailer's postmarks.
Contact Person: Mr. Joseph LoPreiato, 165 Old Farm Dr.  , Newington , CT  06111-1819 
E-mail: enotriaLP@aol.com
Website: www.philatelic.com/mppc/

Maritime Postmark Society  (APS# UN0037)
Journal: Seaposter: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $15.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks.
Purpose: To encourage the study and collecting of all merchant marine mail marking and postmarks and Paquebot marks/postmarks and seaposts.
Contact Person: Mr. Tom Hirschinger, P. O. Box 497  , Wadsworth , OH  44282 
E-mail:
Website:

Mask Study Unit of A.T.A.  (APS# AF0244)
Journal: Mask Lore: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $5; Canada $6; Others $7.50
Services: directory
Purpose: The collection and study of philatelic material portraying various aspect of masks and related objects.
Contact Person: Mr. Basil E. Schumacher, 7104 Brian Crescent  , Niagara Falls , ON  L2J 3P6  Canada
E-mail: kencar@venturalink.net
Website: home.prcn.org/~pauld/ata/units/masks.htm

Masonic Study Unit *  (APS# AF0094)
Journal: The Philatelic Freemason: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $8; others $16.
Services:
Purpose: The collecting and study of philatelic material protraying various aspects of Masonic personages.
Contact Person: Mr. Stanley R. Longenecker, 930 Wood St.  , Mount Joy , PA  17552-1926 
E-mail:
Website:

Massachusetts Postal Research Society  (APS# AF0093)
Journal: The Massachusetts Spy: quarterly.
Dues: $8.
Services: handbook, annual conventions.
Purpose: To encourage research in Mass. postal history and faciliate publication of the same.
Contact Person: H. J. W. Daugherty, P. O. Box 1146  , Eastham , MA  02642 
E-mail: hjwd@cape.com
Website:

Mathematical Study Unit *  (APS# AF0130)
Journal: PHILAMATH: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $13.
Services: auctions, checklist, quarterly newsletter.
Purpose: To further the collection and study of stamps and philatelic materials that pertain to mathematics and mathematicians.
Contact Person: Dr. Monty J. Strauss, 4209 88th St.  , Lubbock , TX  79423 
E-mail: m.strauss@ttu.edu
Website: www.math.ttu.edu/msu/

Maximum Card Study Unit  (APS# AF0106)
Journal: North American Maximaphily: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services:
Purpose: Organized to promote the study and collecting of maximum cards.
Contact Person: Mr. Daniel Olsen, P. O. Box 9168  , Naples , FL  34101 
E-mail: olsenaples@att.net
Website:

Meter Stamp Society  (APS# AF0193)
Journal: Meter Stamp Society Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $36.
Services: auctions, handbooks.
Purpose: To support the study of that segment of philately and postal history that deals with the use of postage meters.
Contact Person: Mr. Alexander J. Savakis, P. O. Box 609  , Warren , OH  44482-0609 
E-mail: joel5215@aol.com
Website: www.meterstampsociety.org

Mexico-Elmhurst Philatelic Society International  (APS# UN0043)
Journal: Mexicana: quarterly.
Dues: $23.
Services: local chapters, study group, directory, auctions, expertizing, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Dedicated to the advancement of the philately of Mexico.
Contact Person: Dr. Mark Banchik, P. O. Box 222125  , Great Neck , NY  11022 
E-mail: mebanchik@aol.com
Website: home.mepsi.org

Military Postal History Society  (APS# UN0019)
Journal: M.P.H.S. Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; Canada $23; others $25.00.
Services: auctions, handbooks, quarterly journal, slide programs, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Collecting and analyzing world wide military postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert T. Kinsley, 5410 Fern Loop  , West Richland , WA  99353-9806 
E-mail: kinsley@owt.com
Website: homepage.mac.com/mphs/

Minnesota, Postal History Society of  (APS# AF0084)
Journal:
Dues: $5.
Services: auctions, exhibition awards.
Purpose: To encourage the study of postal history in general and that of the state of Minnesota in particular.
Contact Person: Mr. John T. Grabowski, P.O. Box 536  , Willernie , MN  55090-0536 
E-mail: minnjohn@alum.mit.edu
Website:

Mobile Post Office Society  (APS# AF0064)
Journal: Transit Postmark Collector: bimonthly.
Dues: $18.
Services: directory, auctions, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To study postal history of mail transit, transfer, and distribution by rail, water, highway, and street car.
Contact Person: Mr. Douglas N. Clark, P. O. Box 427  , Marstons Mills , MA  02648-0427 
E-mail: dnc@math.uga.edu
Website: www.eskimo.com/~rkunz/mposhome.html

Music Circle, Philatelic *  (APS# AF0141)
Journal: The Baton: 3 per year.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S.*L8.
Services: sales book circuits (UK only), slide programs (UK only), handbooks, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the collection, study and display of music philatelic material internationally.
Contact Person: Mrs. Cathleen F. Osborne, P. O. Box 1781  , Sequim , WA  98382 
E-mail: Irene.Lawford@btinternet.com
Website: www.philatelicmusic.com

Napoleon Age Philatelists  (APS# AF0245)
Journal: Campaign: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada/Mexico: $12; Others $16.
Services: journal.
Purpose: Dedicated to philatelic items concerning Napoleon and the Napoleonic Era (1789-1815).
Contact Person: Mr. Donald W. Smith, P. O. Box 576  , Johnstown , PA  15907-0576 
E-mail:
Website:

Nepal and Tibet Philatelic Study Circle  (APS# AF0122)
Journal: Postal Himal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $19; outside U.S.*L12.
Services: auctions, slide programs, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of the philately of Nepal and Tibet in all its aspects.
Contact Person: Mr. Roger D. Skinner, 1020 Covington Road  , Los Altos , CA  94024 
E-mail:
Website: www.fuchs-online.com/ntpsc/

Netherlands Philately, American Society of  (APS# AF0060)
Journal: Netherlands Philately: 3 per year.
Dues: U.S. $20; Canada $25; others $30.
Services: library.
Purpose: To promote and support the collecting of philatelic material related to the Netherlands and its former colonies.
Contact Person: Mr. J. Enthoven, 221 Coachlite Ct., S.  , Onalaska , WI  54650-8710 
E-mail: jenthoven@centurytel.net
Website: www.angelfire.com/ca2/asnp

New Jersey Postal History Society  (APS# AF0095)
Journal: NJPH: 4 per year.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: directory, auctions, slide programs, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Research and dissemination of the postal history of the colony and state of New Jersey.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert G. Rose, P. O. Box 1945  , Morristown , NJ  07962 
E-mail: Njpostalhistory@aol.com
Website: members.aol.com:/njpostalhistory/phsindex.htm

Nicaragua Study Group  (APS# AF0234)
Journal: Nicarao: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services: directory, handbooks, exhibitioin awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To study the postal and fiscal emissions of Nicaragua and its postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Erick Rodriguez, 11817 S.W. 11th St.  , Miami , FL  33184-2501 
E-mail: nsgsec@yahoo.com
Website: clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/nicaraguastudygroup

North Carolina Postal History Society  (APS# AF0155)
Journal: North Carolina Postal Historian: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services: speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Promote the study and publication of North Carolina postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Tony L. Crumbley, P. O. Box 219  , Newell , NC  28126 
E-mail: TCrumbley@charlottechamber.org
Website:

Ohio Postal History Society  (APS# AF0066)
Journal: Ohio Postal History Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. By Arrangement.
Services: study groups, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual meeting.
Purpose: To cultivate and promote the study of the postal history of the state of Ohio.
Contact Person: James L. Baumann, Ph.D., 5248 Sheila Dr.  , Toledo , OH  43613-2442 
E-mail:
Website: members.aol.com/OPHS3/ophs.html

Old World Archaeological Study Unit  (APS# AF0092)
Journal: Old World Archaeologist: quarterly.
Dues: $10.
Services:
Purpose: To promote the collection and study of material related to the archaeology of the old world.
Contact Person: Mr. Merle Farrington, 10 Clark St.  , Medway , MA  02053 
E-mail: merle.farrington@fmglobal.com
Website:

Orange Free State Study Circle  (APS# AF0196)
Journal: Orange Free State Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $16; outside U.S.*L10.
Services: auctions, expertizing, speakers bureau, special awards.
Purpose: The study of the Orange Free State and the Orage River Colony.
Contact Person: Mr. Alan MacGregor, 'Kinglets',1 Forder's Close, Woodfalls  , Salisbury, Wilts. ,   SP5 2QB  England
E-mail:
Website: www.ofssc.org

Ottoman and Near East Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0247)
Journal: The Levant; 3 issue per year.
Dues: North America $20; other $25.
Services:
Purpose: Promote the collection and study of the postage stamps, postal stationery, revenues and postal history of the Ottoman Empire, Republic of Turkey, and Ottoman successor states.
Contact Person: Mr. Gary Paiste, 4249 Berritt St.  , Fairfax , VA  22030 
E-mail: rstuchell@msn.com
Website: www.oneps.org

Pacific Islands Study Circle  (APS# AF0226)
Journal: Pacifica: quarterly.
Dues: US/Others$ 20; UK/Europe*L7.50.
Services: auctions, speakers bureau, handbooks, special awards.
Purpose: To foster the study of philately and postal history of the Pacific Island Area.
Contact Person: Mr. John D. Ray, 24 Woodvale Ave.  , London ,   SE25 4AE  England
E-mail: secretary@pisc.org.uk
Website: http://www.pisc.org.uk

Pacific Northwest Postal History Society  (APS# AF0147)
Journal: The Oregon Country: quarterly
Dues: $15.
Services: study groups.
Purpose: The study of the postal history of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.
Contact Person: Mr. William R. Beith, P. O. Box 301263  , Portland , OR  97294-9263 
E-mail: wrbeith@attbi.com
Website:

Papuan Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0228)
Journal: Papua New Guinea Calling: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $22; outside U.S.*L10.
Services: auctions.
Purpose: Promotion of all aspects of philately of Papua New Guinea and its forerunner.
Contact Person: Mr. Steven G. Zirinsky, P. O. Box 230049  , New York , NY  10023-0001 
E-mail: szirinsky@cs.com
Website:

Pennsylvania Postal History Society  (APS# AF0050)
Journal: Pennsylvania Postal Historian: quarterly
Dues: $17.50
Services: handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To research and promote knowledge of Pa. postal history through publication, exhibition and covention.
Contact Person: Dr. Norman Shachat, 382 Tall Meadow Lane  , Yardley , PA  19067 
E-mail: nshachat@aol.com
Website:

Perfins Club, The  (APS# AF0057)
Journal: The Perfins Bulletin: 10 per year.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $20.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: An organization devoted to the collection and study of Perforated Initials and Insignia in postage and revenue stamps.
Contact Person: Mr. Kurt Ottenheimer, 462 W. Walnut St.  , Long Beach , NY  11561 
E-mail: oak462@juno.com
Website: www.perfins.com/perfclub.htm

Petroleum Philatelic Society International *  (APS# AF0170)
Journal: The Petro-Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $11; outside U.S. $15.
Services:
Purpose: To promote the study and collection of petroleum postal stamps and related materials.
Contact Person: Mr. H. Victor Copeland, 615 Orion Dr.  , Colorado Springs , CO  80906-1016 
E-mail: corwin@pdq.net
Website:

Philatelic Computing Study Group  (APS# AF0212)
Journal: The Compulatelist; quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; Canada/Mexico $12; others $15.
Services: directory, annual convention. .
Purpose: To assist computer-using stamp collectors in combing the two areas of interest.
Contact Person: Mr. William F. Sharpe, 455 Lincoln Blvd.  , Santa Moncia , CA  90402 
E-mail: dviolini@west.net
Website: www.pcsg.org

Philatelic Pages and Panels, American Society for  (APS# AF0165)
Journal: Page & Panel Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $21.
Services: directory, auctions, expertizing, slide programs, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: to promulgate interest in US Souvenir Pages and Commemorative Panels.
Contact Person: Mr. Gerald L. Blankenship, P. O. Box 475  , Crosby , TX  77532 
E-mail: gblank1941@aol.com
Website: www.asppp.org

Philatelists and Numismatists, Society of  (APS# AF0116)
Journal: ExSPANsion: 3 per year.
Dues: $10.
Services:
Purpose: International organization whose members specialize in the collection of philatelic numismatic combinations.
Contact Person: Eunice Alter, 19472 Catfish Circle  , Huntington Beach , CA  92646-2806 
E-mail: span@atsecure.net
Website: span.atsecure.net

Philaticians, Society of  (APS# AF0143)
Journal: The Philatelic Journalist: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services:
Purpose: To unite philatelic writers and to support activities which create interest in philately and philatelic Literature.
Contact Person: Mr. Israel I. Bick, P. O. Box 854  , Van Nuys , CA  91408 
E-mail: iibick@aol.com
Website: www/bick.net

Philippine Philatelic Society, International  (APS# AF0054)
Journal: Philippine Philatelic News: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $25.
Services: study groups, auctions, expertizing , speakers bureau, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote Philippine philately.
Contact Person: CAPT David S. Durbin, 3604 Darice Lane  , Jefferson City , MO  65109-6812 
E-mail: yacano@advi.net
Website:

Pitcairn Islands Study Group  (APS# AF0046)
Journal: Pitcairn Log: quarterly
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S.*L9.
Services: local chapters, study groups, auctions.
Purpose: To study the stamps, postal history and people of the Pitcairn Islands.
Contact Person: Rev. Nelson A. L. Weller, 2940 Wesleyan Lane  , Winston-Salem , NC  27106 
E-mail: nalweller@aol.com
Website:

Plate Number Coil Collectors Club  (APS# AF0185)
Journal: Coil Line: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $10; Canada/Mexico $15; others $20.
Services: directory, auctions, slide programs, exhibiton awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To seek and gain information and pursue a variety of collecting interests concerning plate number coil stamps.
Contact Person: Mr. Gene C. Trinks, 3603 Bellows Ct.  , Troy , MI  48083 
E-mail: ron.maifeld@pnc3.org
Website: www.pnc3.org

Plate Number Single Society, American  (APS# AF0178)
Journal: Plate Numbers: bi-monthly.
Dues: U.S. $8, outside U.S. $9.
Services: sales book circuits, auctions, library.
Purpose: To study the plate numbers that were used to print US issues. To exchange and share knowledge with other members.
Contact Person: Mr. Richard E. Burdsall, P. O. Box 1023  , Palatine , IL  60078-1023 
E-mail: reb608@attbi.com
Website:

Plebiscite-Memel-Saar Study Group, GPS  (APS# AF0197)
Journal: PMS Study Group Bulletin: 3 per year.
Dues: U.S. $12; outside U.S. $22.
Services: library, annual convention.
Purpose: To advance the philately of Allenstein, Marienwerder, Schleswig, Upper Silesia, Memel and Saar.
Contact Person: Mr. Clayton J. Wallace, 100 Lark Ct.  , Alamo , CA  94507 
E-mail: clay11@directvinternet.com
Website:

Polar Philatelists, American Society of  (APS# UN0031)
Journal: Ice Cap News: quarterly.
Dues: $22.
Services: study groups, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage and support the study of philately and postal history of the polar regions.
Contact Person: Mr. Alan Warren, P. O. Box 39  , Exton , PA  19341-0039 
E-mail: alanwar@att.net
Website: www.south-pole.com/p0000010.htm

Polonus Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0119)
Journal: Polonus Bulletin: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $25; outside U.S. $30.
Services: expertizing, exhibition awards, annual covention.
Purpose: To promote and encourage philately of Poland.
Contact Person: Mr. Arkadiusz Walinski, 7414 Lincoln Ave., #D  , Skokie , IL  60076 
E-mail: biistamp@charter.net
Website: www.polonus.org

Portuguese Philately, International Society for  (APS# AF0035)
Journal: Portu-Info: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $25.
Services: auctions, expertizing, handbooks, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage and promote the study and collection of philatelic material of Portugal and past/present territories.
Contact Person: Mr. Clyde J. Homen, 1491 Bonnie View Road  , Hollister , CA  95023-5117 
E-mail: cjh@hollinet.com
Website: www.portugalstamps.com

Post Mark Collectors Club  (APS# AF0062)
Journal: PMCC Bulletin: 11 per year.
Dues: U.S. $18; outside U.S. $26.
Services: local chapters, directory, auctions, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To facilitate and encourage the exchange of postmarks, postal markings, covers and related items.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert W. Govern, 404 Rustic Ridge Road  , Cary , NC  27511-3752 
E-mail: bobgovern@juno.com
Website: www.postmarks.org

Postal History Foundation  (APS# AF0148)
Journal:
Dues: U.S. $25; outside U.S. $40.
Services: speakers bureau, library.
Purpose: To built an excellent reference collect- ion of western postal history.
Contact Person: Mrs. Elizabeth G. Towle, P. O. Box 40725  , Tucson , AZ  85717 
E-mail: phf3@mindspring.com
Website:

Postal History Society  (APS# AF0044)
Journal: Postal History Journal: 3 per year.
Dues: U.S. $30; Canada & Mexico $35; outside U.S. $40.
Services: exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To foster interest in writing about, studying, collecting and exhibiting postal history.
Contact Person: Mrs. Diane D. Boehret, P. O. Box 61774  , Virginia Beach , VA  23466-1774 
E-mail: boedem@cox.net
Website:

Postal Label Study Group  (APS# AF0207)
Journal: The Bulletin; quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $7; others $10.
Services: study groups, auctions, expertizing, handbooks, library.
Purpose: To bring together collectors of postal labels for the exchange of information and material of mutual interest.
Contact Person: Mr. Charles H. Smith, 13910-B Rio Hondo Circle  , La Mirada , CA  90638 
E-mail: smithplsg@aol.com
Website: wwwplsg.homestead.com/tomspage.html

Postal Order Society, The  (APS# AF0167)
Journal: Postal Order News: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S.*L5.
Services: directory, sales book circuits, auctions, new issue service, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To study, promote and encourage the collecting of Postal Orders and their history.
Contact Person: Mr. Jack Harwood, P. O. Box 32015  , Sarasota , FL  34239 
E-mail: jharwood@attglobal.net
Website:

Postal Stationery Society, United  (APS# AF0020)
Journal: Postal Stationery: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $18; outside U.S. $25.
Services: local chapters, directory, sales book circuits, auctions,slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: The world's foremost society dedicated to the advancement of world postal stationery collecting.
Contact Person: Ms. Cora Collins, P. O. Box 1792  , Norfolk , VA  23501-1792 
E-mail: Poststat@juno.com
Website: www.upss.org

Postcard Dealers, International Federation of  (APS# AF0174)
Journal: IFPD Newsletter: quarterly.
Dues: $35.
Services: directory, annual convention.
Purpose: To bring recognition and integrity to postcard dealers and coridal relations between dealers and collectors.
Contact Person: Mr. John H. McClintock, P. O. Box 1765A  , Manassas , VA  20108 
E-mail:
Website:

Postcard History Society  (APS# AF0187)
Journal: Postcard History Society: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $7; outside U.S. $9.
Services: expertizing(postcards only), slide programs, library.
Purpose: Study and research of postcards.
Contact Person: Mr. Jim Ward, 1795 Kleinfeltersville Road  , Stevens , PA  17578 
E-mail:
Website:

Precancel Stamp Society  (APS# AF0065)
Journal: The Precancel Forum: monthly.
Dues: $17.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, auctions,handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Promote precancel collecting.
Contact Person: Mr. Arnold H. Selengut, P. O. Box 16681  , Temple Terrace , FL  33687 
E-mail: arnsel@worldnet.att.net
Website: www.precancels.org

Ration Token Collectors, Society of  (APS# AF0230)
Journal: The Ration Board: quarterly.
Dues: $8.
Services: study groups, auctions, handbooks, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To collect, research, verify and promote information regarding all forms of rationing materials.
Contact Person: Mr. Dennis Dillman, North Residence Bldg., Apt. 506  601 Pennsylvania Ave. N. W., Washington , DC  20004 
E-mail:
Website:

Religion on Stamps, Collectors of  (APS# AF0206)
Journal: The COROS Chronicle: bi-monthly.
Dues: U.S. $22; outside U.S. $24.
Services: study group, directory, slide programs, exhibition awards, special awards.
Purpose: Dedicated to the collection & study of philatelic material whose design feature some element of religious significance.
Contact Person: Ms. Verna D. Shackleton, 425 N. Linwood Ave., Apt. 110  , Appleton , WI  54914-3476 
E-mail: corosec@powernetonline.com
Website: www.powernetonline.com/~corosec/coros1.htm

Revenue Association, American  (APS# AF0051)
Journal: The American Revenuer: 6 per year.
Dues: $18.
Services: local chapters, directory, sales book circuits, auctions, handbooks, exhibition award, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To stimulate the collection and study of fiscal stamps of the world, to publish and publicize the results of such study.
Contact Person: Mr. Ronald E. Lesher, Sr., P. O. Box 1663  , Easton , MD  21601-1663 
E-mail: revenuer@dmv.com
Website: www.revenuer.org

Rhodesian Study Circle  (APS# AF0107)
Journal: The Journal of the RSC: quarterly.
Dues: *L10.
Services: local chapters, study groups, sales book circuits (UK only), auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To study all aspect of philately of Rhodesia and Related Territories.
Contact Person: Mr. William R. Wallace, P. O. Box 16381  , San Francisco , CA  94116 
E-mail: bwall8rscr@earthlink.net
Website: www.rhodesianstudycircle.org.uk

Rotary-on-Stamps *  (APS# AF0117)
Journal: Rotary on Stamps Bulletin: 6 per year.
Dues: U.S. $20.
Services: study groups, slide programs, new issues service,handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Fellowship and friendship extension throughout the Rotary world through philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Donald E. Fiery, P. O. Box 333  , Hanover , PA  17331 
E-mail:
Website:

Russian Philately, Rossica Society of  (APS# AF0171)
Journal: Rossica Journal: 2 per year.
Dues: $25
Services: local chapters, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the collection and study of Russian and related philately.
Contact Person: Dr. G. Adolph Ackerman, 629 Sanbridge Circle, E.  , Worthington , OH  43085 
E-mail: gcombs@cablespeed.com
Website: www.rossica.org

Ryukyu Philatelic Specialist Society  (APS# AF0047)
Journal: From the Dragon's Den: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $12.50; outside U.S. $15.
Services: local chapters, directory, expertizing, exhibition awards.
Purpose: To promote serious study of the philately and postal history of the Ryukyu Islands under US Administration.
Contact Person: Mr. Carmine J. Divincenzo, P. O. Box 381  , Clayton , CA  94517-0381 
E-mail:
Website: users.netmdc.com/~rpss/index.htm

Samoa Specialists, Fellowship of  (APS# AF0240)
Journal: The Samoa Express: quarterly.
Dues: $15.
Services:
Purpose: To promote philatelic research and study of all aspects of Samoa.
Contact Person: Mr. Martin J. Miller, 102-20 67th Dr.  , Flushing , NY  11375-2809 
E-mail: MMiller@LadasParry.com
Website: members.aol.com/TongaJan/foss.html

Sarawak Specialists' Society  (APS# AF0110)
Journal: The Sarawak Journal: quarterly.
Dues: 10 British Pounds or US equilvent.
Services: study groups, directory, sales book circuits (England only), auctions, speakers bureau, handbooks, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Study of stamps and postal history of Sarawak, North Borneo and Labuan.
Contact Person: Mr. Stuart Leven, P. O.Box 24764  , San Jose , CA  95154 
E-mail: stulev@ix.netcom.com
Website: www.britborneostamps.org.uk

Scandinavian Collectors Club  (APS# AF0079)
Journal: The Posthorn: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $21.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, sales book circuits, slide programs, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, library, annual convention
Purpose: Promotion of Scandinavian-area philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Donald B. Brent, P. O. Box 13196  , El Cajon , CA  92020 
E-mail: dbrent47@sprynet.com
Website: www.scc-online.org

Scandinavian Philatelic Foundation  (APS# AF0137)
Journal: Semi-annual (informal newsletters).
Dues: $10 or greater donation.
Services: handbooks.
Purpose: To promote Scandinavian Philately through translation and publication of articles & other educational techniques.
Contact Person: Mr. Alan Warren, P. O. Box 39  , Exton , PA  19341-0039 
E-mail: alanwar@att.net
Website:

Scouts on Stamps Society International *  (APS# AF0202)
Journal: SOSSI Journal: bi-monthly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $18.
Services: local chapters, study groups, auctions, slide programs, speakers bureau, handbookds, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the interest of international good will through Scout Philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Walter M. Creitz, 830 Berkshire Dr.  , Reading , PA  19601 
E-mail: wcreitz@aol.com
Website: www.sossi.org/

Ship Cancellation Society, Universal  (APS# AF0098)
Journal: USCS Log: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $25.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, sales circuits, auctions, slide programs handbooks, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of the U.S. Navy and its ships, postal markings of the Navy and other maritime organizations.
Contact Person: Mr. David A. Kent, P. O. Box 127  , New Britain , CT  06050 
E-mail:
Website: www.uscs.org/

Ships on Stamps Unit *  (APS# AF0152)
Journal: Watercraft Philately: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $12; Canada $14; others $20.
Services: directory, handbooks, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of ships and to support the preservation of our maritime heritage.
Contact Person: Mr. R. P. Stuckert, 2750 Hwy. 21 East  , Paint Lick , KY  40461 
E-mail:
Website: personal.palouse.net/hobbies/shipstamps/

Southern Africa, Philatelic Society for Greater  (APS# AF0190)
Journal: Forerunners: 3 per year.
Dues: $25.
Services: study group, directory, auctions, expertizing, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To support/enhance appreciation, under- standing and knowledge in areas of mutual philatelic interest.
Contact Person: Dr. Robert F. Taylor, 674 Chelsea Dr.  , Sanford , NC  27330-8587 
E-mail: rtaylor@wave-net.net
Website:

Souvenir Card Collectors Society  (APS# AF0149)
Journal: The Souvenir Card Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $25.
Services: local chapters, auctions, annual convention.
Purpose: An organization of collectors and dealer members for the promotion of the collection of souvenir cards.
Contact Person: Mr. Douglas B. Holl, P. O. Box 234  , Annandale , VA  22003 
E-mail:
Website:

Space Topics Study Group *  (APS# AF0029)
Journal: Astrophile: bimonthly.
Dues: $15.
Services: local chapters, directory, auctions, expertizing, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Organized for collectors of philatelic space-related material including covers, stamps and rocket mail.
Contact Person: Mr. Ray E. Cartier, 2509 Buffalo Dr.  , Arlington , TX  76013 
E-mail:
Website: stargate.1usa.com/stamps/

Spanish Main, The  (APS# AF0162)
Journal: The Mainsheet: occasional.
Dues: U.S. $22; outside U.S.*L10.
Services: study groups, sales books circuits, auctions, speckers bureau, handbooks, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To further knowledge and research into all areas of Latin American philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Brian Moorhouse, P. O. Box 105  , Peterborough ,   PE3 8TQ  England
E-mail: brian@moorhouse.com
Website: brian.moorhouse.com

Spanish Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0201)
Journal: ARANA: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $22.50.
Services: directory, auction, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the knowledge, interest and study of Spanish Philatelic.
Contact Person: Mr. Jerry A. Wells, 3313 Melaine  , Plano , TX  75023 
E-mail: bj.wells@verizon.net
Website:

Spellman Museum of Stamps/Postal History  (APS# AF0166)
Journal: Spellman Museum of Stamps/Postal History Update; 5
Dues: Individual $30 (Contact museum for other membership category prices)
Services: speakers bureau, library, education programs, free admission to museum.
Purpose: A museum of stamps and postal history accredited by the American Assoc. of Museums.
Contact Person: Mr. George Norton, 235 Wellesley St.  , Weston , MA  02493 
E-mail: george.norton@spellman.org
Website: www.spellman.org

Sports Philatelists International *  (APS# UN0039)
Journal: Journal of Sports Philately: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $30.
Services: directory, auctions, cover service, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Serve as an independent focus for collectors of sports stamps and related material the world over.
Contact Person: Mr. Glenn A. Estus, P. O. Box 451  , Westport , NY  12993 
E-mail: docj3@sportstamps.org
Website: www.sportstamps.org

St. Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0085)
Journal: South Atlantic Chronicle: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $20; outside U.S. $23-$25.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, special awards, library.
Purpose: The study, research, and collecting of philatelic materials of St. Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha and study of history and socio-economic conditions of the islands.
Contact Person: Dr. Everett L. Parker, HC 76, Box 32  , Greenville , ME  04441-9727 
E-mail: eparker@midmaine.com
Website: www.atlanticislands.org

Stamp Dealers Association, National  (APS# AF0225)
Journal: NSDA Update
Dues: $50.
Services: directory, annual convention.
Purpose: To serve dealer members and promote stamp collecting.
Contact Person: Mr. Edward G. Rosen, P. O. Box 7176  , Redwood City , CA  94063-7176 
E-mail: NSDAinc@aol.com
Website: www.NSDAinc.org

Stamporama  (APS# AF0242)
Journal: The Rambler: monthly.
Dues: Free
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: Connecting philatelists worldwide through a journal, swaps, round robin and mentoring.
Contact Person: Mr. David Teisler, 268 Linden Ave.  , Red Hook , NY  12571-1032 
E-mail: teisler@aabt.org
Website: www.stamporama.com

Stamps on Stamps Collectors Club *  (APS# AF0127)
Journal: SOS Signal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $9; outside U.S. $12.
Services:
Purpose: Organized as a coming together of collectors of Stamps on Stamps and Centenary issues.
Contact Person: Mr. William E. Critzer, 1360 Trinity Dr.  , Menlo Park , CA  94025 
E-mail: wllmcritz@aol.com
Website: www.stampsonstamps.org

State Revenue Society  (APS# AF0164)
Journal: State Revenue News: 4 per year.
Dues: U.S. $12; outside U.S. $18.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study and collection of state and local revenue stamps of the US.
Contact Person: Mr. Scott M. Troutman, P. O. Box 270184  , Oklahoma City , OK  73137-0184 
E-mail:
Website: hillcity-mall.com/SRS/

Tannu Tuva Collectors Society  (APS# AF0235)
Journal: TbBA:irregular
Dues: $7.50.
Services: auctions, handbooks, library.
Purpose: Study and publicize Tannu Tuva Philately/Numismatic.
Contact Person: Kenneth R. Simon, 513 6th Ave., S.  , Lake Worth , FL  33460-4507 
E-mail: fpo09501@yahoo.com
Website: www.geocities.com/ttcsinc

Texas Postal History Society  (APS# AF0076)
Journal: Texas Postal History Journal: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $14; outside U.S. $20.
Services: directory, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Dedicated to the collection, study, exhibition and writing of Texas Postal History.
Contact Person: Mr. Lyle C. Boardman, 3916 Wyldwood Road  , Austin , TX  78739 
E-mail: lcboardman@aol.com
Website:

Thai Philately, Society for  (APS# AF0078)
Journal: Thai Philately: three times yearly.
Dues: $22.
Services: study groups, directory, auctions, exhibition awards, special awards, library.
Purpose: To promote the study of the stamps and postal history of Thailand (Siam).
Contact Person: H. R. Blakeney, P. O. Box 44142  , Oklahoma City , OK  73144-1142 
E-mail: hrblakeney@mozart.inet.co.th
Website: www.thaiphilately.com

Trans Mississippi Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0238)
Journal: Trans Mississippian; quarterly.
Dues: $16
Services: local chapters, expertizings, slide programs, speakers bureau, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention
Purpose: To cultivate a feeling of friendship among philatelist, to permit research, study, investigation and the dissemination of philatelic knowledge.
Contact Person: Mr. Alfred E. Mack, Apt. 210A  2571 Guthrie Ave., Des Moines , IA  50317-3019 
E-mail: suealmack@mchsi.com
Website:

U.S. Cancellation Club  (APS# AF0075)
Journal: U.S. Cancellation Club News: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $16; outside U.S. $25.
Services: directory, auctions, exhibition awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Devoted to the study and research of cancellations and postal markings of the United States.
Contact Person: Mr. Roger D. Curran, 20 University Ave.  , Lewisburg , PA  17837 
E-mail: rrrhoads@aol.com
Website: www.geocities.com/Athens/2088/uscchome.htm

U.S. Philatelic Classics Society  (APS# UN0011)
Journal: The Chronicle of the US Classic Postal Issues: qua
Dues: U.S. $22.50; outside U.S. $30.50.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, speakers bureau, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To study the postal issues and history of the classics period of the US, and to publish research relating to this era.
Contact Person: Mr. Grant W. Kehres, 2000 Glades Road, Ste. 302  , Boca Raton , FL  33432 
E-mail: membershipchairman@uspcs.org
Website: www.uspcs.org

U.S. Possessions Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0099)
Journal: Possessions: quarterly.
Dues: $15
Services: library.
Purpose: The collection, study, and publication of information on the U.S. Possessions, Administered Areas, and Offices Abroad.
Contact Person: Mr. Geoffrey Brewster, 141 Lyford Dr.  , Tiburon , CA  94920 
E-mail:
Website:

Ukrainian Philatelic and Numismatic Society  (APS# AF0134)
Journal: Ukrainian Philatelist: semi-annual.
Dues: U.S. $25; outside U.S. $35.
Services: local chapters, study groups, directory, expertizing,special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Dedicated to the promotion and advancement of Ukrainian stamp, coin, and medal collecting.
Contact Person: Mr. Paul Spiwak, 42 Irving Road  , New Hartford , NY  13413 
E-mail: Yurko@warwick.net
Website: www.upns.org

United Nations Philatelists *  (APS# AF0071)
Journal: The Journal of the UNP: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $25.
Services: local chapters, auctions, handbooks, exhibition awards, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To join together for the collecting and/or study of U.N. philately.
Contact Person: Mr. Alex L. Bereson, 18 Portola Dr.  , San Francisco , CA  94131 
E-mail:
Website: www.unpi.com

United States Stamp Society  (APS# AF0150)
Journal: The United States Specialist: monthly.
Dues: U.S. $25; outside U.S. $32.
Services: study groups, handbooks, exhibition award, annual convention.
Purpose: To promote the study of all postage and revenue stamps and stamped paper of the U.S. and U.S. administered areas produced by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and other contract printers.
Contact Person: Mr. Larry Ballantyne, P. O. Box 6634  , Katy , TX  77491-6634 
E-mail:
Website: www.usstamps.org/

Universal Postal Union Collectors *  (APS# AF0070)
Journal: Goble Union: quarterly.
Dues: U.S./Canada $12; others $19.
Services: directory, auctions.
Purpose: Organized for collectors interested in the collection and history of any phase of Universal Postal Union material.
Contact Person: Mr. Charles J. Rejto, P. O. Box 125  , Barrington , RI  02806 
E-mail:
Website:

Vatican Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0129)
Journal: Vatican Notes: bimonthly.
Dues: U.S. $9; outside U.S. $16.
Services: auctions, slide programs, exhibition awards, special award, library, annual convention.
Purpose: The first and oldest philatelic society in the United States devoted exclusively to Vatican City and Roman State stamps.
Contact Person: Mr. Thomas I. Crimando, 8143 Mill Road  , Bergen , NY  14416 
E-mail:
Website: members.tripod.com/~Dcelani/index-VPS.html

Vermont Philatelic Society  (APS# AF0156)
Journal: Vermont Philatelist: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $10; outside U.S. $15.
Services: directory, auctions, handbooks, special awards, library, annual convention.
Purpose: Promote the study of Vermont Postal History.
Contact Person: Dr. Paul G. Abajian, P.O. Box 475  , Essex Junction , VT  05453-0475 
E-mail: pga@surfglobal.net
Website: www.voicenet.com/~vpsoc

Virginia Postal History Society  (APS# UN0041)
Journal: Way Markings: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; outside U.S. $35.
Services: auctions, exhibition awards, annual convention.
Purpose: Advancement and dissemination of research and knowledge about Virginia's rich postal history.
Contact Person: Mr. Robert L. Lisbeth, 7525 Fairwood Lane  , Falls Church , VA  22046-1920 
E-mail: ael@virginia.edu
Website: www.virginiapostalhistory.com

West Africa Study Circle  (APS# AF0231)
Journal: Cameo; twice annually, newsletter; quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $24; Canada $36; UK*L12; others*L14.
Services: auction, speakers bureau, handbooks, library, annual convention.
Purpose: To encourage the study of stamps, postal stationery, and postal history of the West African countries.
Contact Person: Dr. Peter Newroth, 520 Marsett Pl., #33  , Victoria , BC  V8Z 7J1  Canada
E-mail: prnew@shaw.ca
Website: ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/frankwalton/homepage.htm

Western Cover Society  (APS# UN0014)
Journal: Western Express: quarterly.
Dues: $25.
Services: study group, directory, handbooks, special awards, annual convention.
Purpose: To exchange ideas and information on covers and postmarks of the West.
Contact Person: Mr. John R. Drew, 15370 Skyview Terr.  , San Jose , CA  95132-3042 
E-mail: patera@teleport.com
Website:

Wine on Stamps Study Unit  (APS# AF0233)
Journal: Enophilatelica; quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $8; outside U.S. $14.
Services: local chapter, directory, annual convention.
Purpose: The collection and study of stamps and related material portraying the various aspects of wine.
Contact Person: Dr. James D. Crum, 816 Kingsbury Ct.  , Arroyo Grande , CA  93420-4511 
E-mail: jdakcrum@aol.com
Website:

Wisconsin Postal History Society  (APS# AF0061)
Journal: Badger Postal History: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $12.
Services: handbooks
Purpose: To collect and disseminate information on the postal history of Wisconsin for educational and historical uses.
Contact Person: Mrs. MaryAnn J. Bowman, P. O. Box 1451  , Waukesha , WI  53187 
E-mail:
Website:

Women on Stamps Study Unit *  (APS# AF0118)
Journal: The Topical Woman: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $8; outside U.S $12.
Services: directory, handbook.
Purpose: To study in depth philatelic material relating to women and to share knowledge with others.
Contact Person: Davida Kristy, 515 Ocean Ave., #608S  , Santa Monica , CA  90402 
E-mail: dkristy@sprintmail.com
Website:

Worldwide Stamp Collectors, International Society of  (APS# AF0151)
Journal: The Circuit: bimonthly.
Dues: $12.
Services: directory, sales book circuits, auctions, exhibition awards, special awards.
Purpose: To promote the collecting of postage stamps of the world, particularly among youth.
Contact Person: Dr. Anthony Zollo, P. O. Box 150407  , Lufkin , TX  75915-0402 
E-mail: stamptmf@frontiernet.net
Website: www.iswsc.org

Writers Unit, APS  (APS# UN0030)
Journal: The Philatelic Communicator: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $15; Canada/Mexico $17.50; others $20.
Services: special awards.
Purpose: Organization to share common interests of philatelic writers, editors, and publishers.
Contact Person: Mr. George B. Griffenhagen, 2501 Drexel St.  , Vienna , VA  22180 
E-mail:
Website:

Zeppelin Collectors Club  (APS# AF0135)
Journal: The Zeppelin Collector: quarterly.
Dues: U.S. $23; outside U.S. $28.
Services:
Purpose: Educational, charitable, literary, and scientific.
Contact Person: Cheryl Ganz, P. O. Box A3843  , Chicago , IL  60690-3843 
E-mail:
Website: ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/aams/