From: "MPCgram" To: Subject: MPCGram 654 (possible duplicate, important stuff) Date: Saturday, June 29, 2002 10:04 AM ============================================== MPC GRAM ============================================== Covering the entire World of Military Numismatics Series 003 - Number 654-Wednesday 26 JUNE 2002 The War Bond Story By Lawrence Olney (submitted by Fred Schwan) The following discussion by Lawrence Olney in The War Bond Story describes how it was decided to use he Minuteman statue/vignette on defense savings stamps and in general as part of the defense and war bond campaigns. This was I believe the first use of this vignette which ultimately found its way to MPC Series 651. Early in the planning it was agreed to have two methods of installment buying of Defense Bonds payroll savings and a stamp to be sold and turned in for a bond. The payroll savings had to have the cooperation and approval of labor and management which was a part of organization and sales promotion. The stamps needed a name and symbol to aid their introduction and acceptance by the people. If you've ever tried to get several people to agree on a symbol or emblem for a program, you've really had a problem. Each has his own idea and your suggestion doesn't represent his idea at all. Maybe it's because we all have different reactions to subjects and backgrounds. Odegard consulted with Dr. Harold D. Lasswell, a well-known authority on propaganda, public opinion formation and the mobilization of consent. Lasswell was then working part time in Washington for the Rockefeller Foundation, through Archibald Macleish, Library of Congress. At a luncheon, Odegard explained to Lasswell the purpose for which a name and symbol was needed. President Roosevelt had shortly before made his speech to the people in which he defined the Four Freedoms. It was thought that these could in some way be tied in with the new stamp series. Lasswell said he had to make a trip to New England and in about a week he would bring back a suggestion. His suggestion was to use the arrow as a symbol for each of the Four Freedoms and to have the stamp with the top line titled, "For Defense." Under it there would be a large figure 4, and to the right of that four arrows. Lasswell's idea was that the arrow is a vigorous, affirmative symbol. It represents attack, action and strength. Three arrows had been the symbol in the old Weimar Republic of the German Social Democrats. He believed the use of a symbol of this sort by America would have revolutionary values to the masses of the German people; that millions of them would identify it with their own lost democracy; and that posters and leaflets dropped over Germany could lead to an uprising in Hitler's Reich. The idea of using the symbol as a propaganda weapon in Germany was certainly not entertained and the entire idea was rejected by Odegard and the Treasury. Attention was turned to the Four Freedoms and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing was asked to try out a separate stamp on each home, a New England cottage; school, a building; religion, a church steeple; and government, the capitol dome. These were shown to the Secretary who remarked "I think they are terrible." So the search went on. One evening I was having dinner with Graves and Odegard at the Cosmos Club. The discussion turned to the subject of a symbol. I suggested the idea of using the Statue of Liberty with the American flag in the background. Both Graves and Odegard objected for the reason that the people didn't associate the statue with defense or war. Probably to some she doesn't, but to me she represents much more than liberty and freedom. She has said, "Goodbye, come back soon," to thousands and thousands of American soldiers, and when they return, she has always greeted them with her arms outstretched. You see, I know, for she said it to me as I stood at the rail of the troop ship bound for France in the early part of World War I. Two years later, wounded and just able to hobble on crutches, I met her again as our hospital ship sailed into the harbor. Odegard then brought up the idea of using Daniel Chester French's famous statue of the MinuteMan. He explained that it was definitely American; that its use in school textbooks, the country over, made it familiar to the public; and that it was a civilian and not a military device. My only question was, would it fit as a symbol if we got into war. Anyway, Graves and the Secretary approved it and for over 30 years it has been the symbol of the Defense, War and Savings Bonds programs. On April 19, 1941, the 166th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the first shipments of Defense Savings stamps, bearing the slogan, "America on Guard" were shipped to post offices throughout the country, with the stamp albums. ============================================== Editorial ============================================== I am hitting the road today heading toward Colorado Springs and the Summer Seminar. I am excited, but also frazzled. I am far from ready and only a few hours to go. The good news is of course that the moment I pull away from the curb, I will be caught up. I expect to receive and send email most days—somehow. Once at the seminar, a wonderful internet connection is available, enroute I will have to use initiative. In addition, I expect to leave my cell phone on for most of the time that I am gone, do not hesitate to call me—especially for a hot deal—(419) 349-1872. However, I am not reliable about checking messages on the cell phone. Please do leave a message, but call back later anyway! I have prepared most of the next two Grams. I am not sure if Phil or I will be sending them, but you can count on them and we count on your support for articles, letters, complaints and the like! Fred ============================================== MAIL CALL Dear Editor (AKA, Fred The Delegator) In response to the inquiry yesterday, my presentation on MPC is scheduled for Saturday, July 6 at 2 PM at the City Auditorium, Kiowa Street, Colorado Springs (where the local coin show is). It is scheduled for 30-45 minutes, including questions. Lacking any other guidance, I am pitching it to an audience that knows numismatics, but probably is unfamiliar with MPC. Larry - and any other Gramsters - will be very welcome. I can use the moral support and assistance, if I get in trouble. Warner Dear Gram (Fred), Okay, I get the message. I wanted to inquire of Tom if he had any info or any "chits" from any of the following Navy Ships: USS Mahnomen County LST 912; USS Askari ARL 30 or the USS Fred T Berry DD 858. Secondly, I recently came into possession of a Post Exchange coupon book(mint condition) from the Pennsylvania State Military Reservation at Mt. Gretna, PA. The book has a total value of $2.00 with twenty 5 cent chits and ten 10 cent chits inside. Any info would be appreciated. Roger Urce Dear Roger (Tom), Bravo, this was perfect application of the power of the Gram. One Gramster writes an article, another responds with a question and we all learn. Wonderful. Fred =============================================== CALENDAR OF EVENTS ================================================ 2002 ANA Seminar: 29 June to 5 July W.W. 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(MESSAGE CENTER— (Active Monday, July 28, through Sunday, August 4) Telephone—719/499-3591) POW Conference – 5 – 8 October Iowa, Confirmed participants: Feller, Smulczenski, Schwan WESPMEX:11 - 13 October Westchester Paper Money Exposition - 100 Dealers Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY WESPMEX:29 November - 1 December Westchester Paper Money Exposition - 160 Dealers Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY 2003 CPMX 9: 20 - 23 February, Chicago, IL MPC Fest IV: 28 Feb - 2 March, Port Clinton, OH Fest Registrants: Doug Bell, Joe Boling, Guido Crapanzano, Dick Freyser, Philip M. Goldstein, Gary Hicks, Harold Kroll, Jack Lippincot, Kevin Maloy, Leo May$$, Fred Schwan, David Seelye, Nick Shrier, Larry Smulczenski, Warner Talso, Marcus Turner, Tom Warburton $$ = Paid Running total: 17 ANA:19-22 March, Charlotte, NC =================================================== HOT CONTACT LIST - DEALER & RESOURCE LIST Below is the BNR Press Hot Contact List. This list serves several functions. Obviously it is an outreach by the dealers listed for your business. Most of them buy and sell MPC. Others organize shows or publish periodicals, or furnish information dedicated to this field. They have supported the new Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates with their advertising. They deserve your support and patronage! 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Smythe(800) 622-1880 (212) 908-4047 www.smytheonline.com Mel Steinberg & Son(415) 453-9750 (415) 457-4432 melsteinberg@mindspring.com Military Trader(800) 334-7165 Scott Winslow Associates (603)472-7040 (603) 472-8773 scott@scottwinslow.com George Warner(307) 672-3700 Pam West [44] 0208 641 3224[44] 0208 641 3224 pamwestbritnotes@compuserve.com =================================================== POST / BASE EXCHANGE(PX/BX/NEX) Dump your dupes! Your classified advertisement for items for sale, purchase or trade will be run here for free. Send your ads to the gram. This service is for everyone, most humble dealer or most advanced collector. The point is to make the gram more interesting. In all cases confirm your order via email first. FOR SALE SECTION: For Sale ads will run for a period of up to 5 issues, or until sold. Germany - WW2 Notegelt 50 Pfennig red & orange Land Baden 1947 CU $150.00 Germany - WW2 Notegelt 5 note complete set from Stuttgart May 1945 issue CU $250.00 Greece - WW2 1 Drachma Ionian Islands P-M11 dr. blue scarce issue CU $28.00 Japan - WW2 domestic issue 10 Yen greens & black mishandled cu's (I have 3 in consecutive number) so I'll call them XF+ $18.00 each I have more WW2 and world notes on my website: LeosWide World of Bank Notes Contact Leo May at LeoMayEnt@aol.com (639) FOR SALE: ALLIED MILITARY AUTHORITY CURRENCY FOR AUSTRIA. 1944 ISSUE P-102b 50 Groschen XF $1 AU $2 CU $3 P-103a 1 SchillingF $2 VF $3 P-103b 1 SchillingF $1 VF $2 XF $3 P-104b 2 Schillings XF $3 AU $4 P-1055 Schillings VF $3 XF $4 AU $5 P-106a 10 Schillings (no fractional line in prefix number)F $3 VF$4XF $5 AU $6 P-106b 10 Schillings (with fractional line in prefix number) VF+ $5 P-10720 Schillings F $3 AU $8 P-10950 Schillings VF $8 XF $10AU $12 P-110a 100 Schillings(no fractional line in prefix number) F $6 VF$8AU $12 P-110b 100 Schillings(with fractional line in prefix number) F $6 VF $8 RUSSIAN OCCUPATION - WWII - 1945 issue P-113b 1 ReichsmarkVF $10 AU $20 ALLIED ISSUE FOR BELGIUM - GOVERNMENT IN EXILE - ISSUE 1-2-43 P-1215 Francs F $3 VF $4 XF $5 AU $6 P-12210 FrancsF $3 VF $4 XF $5 AU $6 P-123100 Francs F $10 VF $15XF $20 P-124500 Francs F $50 VF $75 MILITARY ISSUE OF 1-8-46 P-M11 Franc prefix 'A' F $15VF $25 P-M410 Francs prefix 'A' F $50 Please confirm availability with Ed @ hoffman@rabbitbrush.com Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates - 4th Edition by Fred Schwan Standard Edition (400 pages!) $ 50 Collectors's Edition (432 pages!) $ 95 Researcher's Edition (432 page, 46 produced, limited to availability)$125 All orders plus $4 shipping per order (NOT per book). Send snail mail payment to: BNR Press 132 E. Second Street Port Clinton, OH43452 or PayPal using email: fredschwan@yahoo.com WANTED SECTION: Collectors may submit lists of items wanted for their collections for listing here. Dealers and collectors who have these items, are then encouraged to list them for sale in the above section as a reply. Wanted listings will run for a period of 1 month. WANTED - Fancy Series 641 fractional notes - any condition. (5/18) WANTED - Philippine Guerrila Money (5/26) =================================================== MPC CATALOG CORRECTIONS & ENHANCEMENTS Page 18, Bottom - Users of Military Payment Certificates Check marks were omitted from production copies of books. Please check off the following: Australia: 641, 661, 681, 692 Canada:461 through and including 591 Korea: 641, 661, 681, 692 New Zealand:641, 661, 681, 692 Thailand: 641, 661, 681, 692 United States: All (date listed: 02 APRIL 2002) Page 201, Bottom Right - Very last sentence on this page Two serial numbers listed for the second printing of Series 472 .50 cent notes. The first serial number listed is obviously in error as a nine digit number: C040351392C Correct Serial Number is: C04035139C D Freyser (date listed 10 April 2002) Page 207, #833/4 - Series 481 .25 4th Printing (table listing serial number breakdowns) line 5 Start Number is incorrect. It appears as: (start) D14784001D(end) D14784000D Correct start number should be: D09408001D PK6 (date listed: 03 APRIL 2002) Page 214, #855/r2 - Series 541 $1 Replacements, Ending serial number is incorrect Correct number is F1112000 (date listed: 02 APRIL 2002) Page 220, #884/2r - Series 641 .50 Replacements On page 284, it is broken down into 2 printings. That's correct, BUT, on page 220 he lists only (1) printing reported. It should "list" both first and second printings. Guy Araby (date listed 04 APRIL 2002) Page 287, Series 661 Series Summary, 25 cent note: the "list" shows "#CU as 10(7) . It should read, 8(7). As only 8 are known in CU. Just recount P.289. Guy Araby (date listed 08 APRIL 2002) Page 398, Series #541 $10 on "UNC." price is $2500, on P.214 the UNC. price is $3500. Also the rest of the prices don't match all the way to "VG" on this issue. They should be the same price. 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