I would first like to echo the sentiments expressed elsewhere to the effect that it is hoped that members have had an enjoyable holiday. During a short tour in Devon and Cornwall in August I had the pleasure of meeting one of our overseas members - Mr. Jordan C. Churchill - who returned to the U.S.A. a few days ago. Such meetings afford me immense pleasure since they provide the opportunity of ascertaining what our Circle means to those who reside so far away. Now and again I glance through journals of other societies and was most interested in an editorial comment in the August issue of "Maple Leaves" the journal of the Canadian Philatelic Society of Great Britain. It referred to the fact that many contributors to 'Letters to the Editor' received direct replies to the questions they raised. It was pointed out that whilst there was no harm in this it would be appreciated if copies of such correspondence were sent to the Editor in order that the discussions could be completed in their columns for the benefit of other readers and so 'make the journal the full record it should attempt to become'. I am in wholehearted agreement with this view. Occasionally I receive letters from members for onward transmission to other members and, with one exception, they have been un-sealed thereby enabling me to take a copy before sending them on. When doing so I have included a request that the reply be sent to me in order that I can make a copy before forwarding to the original correspondent. I feel sure that all members will readily appreciate that any matters discussed by direct correspondence which is not made available for publicity in our Bulletin cannot but undermine the primary object of our Circle. In conclusion may I request that all members who have intimated that they intend to send in material for our Sales Circuit will do so as soon as possible.
DEAR MEMBER,
Although the weather this summer has in general been most disappointing we trust you have had an enjoyable holiday and are now looking forward to spending many evenings with your stamps. In our experience, and probably yours, the philatelic season is all too short. What with attending meetings of our local societies, mounting items we had every intention of doing last season, re-writing etc., we never seem to be able to catch up, but in spite of all this our interest never fails to revive as autumn approaches. Once again we are glad to record an increase in membership, which now totals 162, which includes the following from overseas: Major W. F. Tongue (Australia), W. Butler and H. M. Daggett (Canada), E. F. Aguilar (Jamaica) and Dr. A. Kaplan (South Africa). We are always pleased to have news of our members overseas and take this opportunity of congratulating Mr. P. T. Masters of Melbourne, Australia, on his election as President of the Royal Philatelic Society of Victoria. This Society recently held a medal competition, and Mr. Peter Jaffe is also to be congratulated on being awarded a silver medal for his entry of Grenada. Another item of welcome news is that our member Dr. B. de Burca has left hospital and resumed his practice.
Whilst it is not practicable to circulate the envelopes to members overseas any surplus material they care to send me will be most welcome. The proceeds of any sales, less commission, will be remitted by International Money Order to those residing in the sterling area. I understand that a number of members in non-sterling countries transact business with our advertisers and I shall be pleased to pay over any proceeds to be held to a member's credit. I would emphasise that such payments can only be paid to any one of those who take space in our bulletin.
Many members will be aware of this excellent publication. In addition to many interesting articles, it includes a review of the Stamp Market for 1956, Guide to the World's Philatelic Literature and a Directory of Philatelic Societies and Exchange Clubs. In our opinion it is worth much more than the modest 3/6d asked by the Publishers, Harris Publications Ltd. of 29 Buckingham Street, Strand, W.C.2. It will be appreciated if those members who wish to secure a copy will send an order without delay to the Hon. Secretary accompanied by a remittance for 3/8d to include postage. By so doing a small discount will accrue to the Circle's funds.
It will be appreciated that our Bulletin constitutes the vital link between us and is mainly dependent upon a steady flow of contributions from members. These may either afford information or raise points upon which enlightenment is sought, and it will be helpful if S.G. numbers are) quoted wherever possible. ALL contributions should be addressed to the Hon. Secretary.
ADVERTISERS: When communicating with any of our advertisers, Members are requested to make a point of mentioning our Bulletin.
BULLETINS: Copies of back issues are available as follows:- 1954 No. 2 (l/6d.), 1955 Nos. 4-7 (1/3d) and 1956 Nos. 8-10 (1/-). Orders should be addressed to the Hon. Secretary, accompanied by the appropriate remittance.
OPINIONS SERVICE: Facilities are available for opinions to be given on most stamps of the B.W.I. group. A fee of 1/- per stamp is charged. Members wishing to take advantage of this service should send the stamp(s) to the Hon. Secretary, enclosing the requisite fee and stamped addressed plain (or registered) envelope. Every endeavour will be made to return the stamp(s) within seven days.
SUBSCRIPTIONS: Members desiring to pay by Banker's Order can obtain the necessary form on application to the Hon. Secretary.
Members who can supply any of these should send them, quoting price asked, to the Hon. Secretary for onward transmission. If the member requiring them decides to purchase, a remittance in favour of "B.W.I. STUDY CIRCLE" should be sent to the Hon. Secretary and the amount (less 10 per cent and postage) will be remitted to the owner.
(NOTE: S.G. Nos. except where otherwise stated.
C.W.= Commonwealth M=mint U= used)
Bahamas: 16, 21, 23. (U), Barbados: 2. 16, 16a, 45, 59, (U), British Guiana: 19th century covers and code cancellations, Cayman Islands: 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 27, 28, 29, 30, 30a, 31 & 32 (Specimens), Grenada: 31, 36, 39, (M), Jamaica: 32a (M), St. Lucia: 10, 27, (U), 53, (M), St. Vincent: Cancelled c.d.s. "St. Vincent" code letter C used between 1889 & 1893.
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