The British North America Philatelic Society held its annual national exhibition in Kingston this year, at the St Lawrence College Event Centre. Featured among the many framed exhibits were those profiling Kingston history in philatelic items. Here's a selection of photos of some specific exhibits on transportation/industrial subjects that caught my eye, albeit with pesky glass reflections from the exhibit frames:
When I visited BNAPEX 2024 on Saturday I found an 1856 envelope addressed to the Secretary-Treasurer of the Rome and Watertown Railroad from E.J. Barker at the Daily British Whig. On the front of the envelope was a handwritten note saying that it contained confirmation of payment from the R&W, presumably for the advertisement published in the Whig with their timetable. The dealer wanted $200 for it, so alas, it did not come home with me. - Andrew Jeanes
ReplyDeleteSo many rabbit holes to go down historically, and that sounds like a good one, Andrew. But history at what price? If only the BNAPSers could just post these neat artifacts on the internet for all to enjoy. Oh, I guess they have a business to run and all....
ReplyDeleteThere was a lot of neat material there that requires time, a warm or cold beverage, and good lighting to sit, mull over and enjoy the historical significance contained therein!
Thanks for your comment,
Eric