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ROPEX-NTSS 2013
Friday, May 17 - Sunday, May 19

A Joint APS "World Series of Philately" Event Featuring Two Shows in One:

The ROPEX Rochester National Stamp Exhibition by the Rochester Philatelic Association --- celebrating the club's 100th anniversary --- and The National Topical Stamp Show by the American Topical Association with almost 3,000 members in 60+ countries

*** This is the place to be in 2013! ***

The Main Street Armory, 900 East Main Street, Rochester
Daily Admission $2. RPA Members, ATA Members and Kids Free. Free Parking.
Hours: Friday 11-6, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-3

ROPEX Theme: Railroads 100th Anniversary- Grand Central Terminal Empire State Express Engine 999 Trans-Continental Railroad

General inquiries about the show may be emailed here or addressed to: ROPEX, PO Box 10206, Brighton Station, Rochester, NY 14610-0206 Phone: 585-752-6178 Click to see our Show Poster! Click to see our Preshow Flier! Click to see our Show Program! Click to see Show PHOTOS!

NTSS Themes: 200th Anniversary- War of 1812 Lake Ontario Battle 50th Anniversary- Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" Speech 150th Anniversary- Civil War Battle of Vicksburg

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First Day of Issue "A Flag for All Seasons" set of 4 Forever booklet stamps Friday, May 17 10:30 AM (Free public ceremony before the show opening.)

Linn's Technical Details here

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2013 Special Events

2013 Schedule & Events

For Exhibitors...

Grand Award Best in Show French Halga Limoges Stamp Box (circa 1900)

Reserve Grand Award Second Best in Show Bavarian China Stamp Box

One-Frame Grand Award 19th Century Victorian Stamp Box

Most Popular Cup Trophy as Voted by ROPEX Visitors

Larry R. Moriarty, Sr. Memorial Award 19th Century Chinese Stamp Box

Dusty Miller Award Best Postal History Exhibit by a RPA Member Bird Stamp Box

Andy Hale Award Best Non-Postal History Exhibit by a RPA Member Book- The History of North American Steam

The Rochester Philatelic Association sponsors the major awards at ROPEX shown above.

129 Competitive Frames, 25 Competitive Exhibits

2013 ROPEX Awards Palmares

* denotes an exhibiting RPA member
-Title page - Plan page - Synopsis page

(click the image above to see the exhibit layout)

Court of Honor		Title	Description
American Philatelic Society	Non-Comp 1 Frame	C3a- The Inverted Jenny Rarity	One of the 100 "upside down" 24 cent Curtiss Jenny airplane stamps purchased by W.T Robey in a Washington, DC post office in 1918.
One-Frame		Title	Description
Dr. Edwin J. Andrews	One-Frame 1 frame	The 1929 Inauguration of Union Airways Service Routes- South Africa's First Commercial Airmail Service	One frame aerophilately exhibit detailing the inauguration of Northern and Southern routes for South Africa's first commercial airmail service. [Postal] reference
Larry Fillion	One-Frame 1 frame	FDCs With 'The Big Six Of Malaria' Art Craft Cachet	Uses of Art Craft 'The Big Six Of Malaria' cachets issued for the United Nations "World United Against Malaria" stamp set of 1962. [Illustrated Mail] Exhibit Online
Kurt W. Laubinger	One-Frame 1 frame	Bruce R. McIntyre and his Visiting Firemen of Philately	Illustrated hand painted cachets by Bruce McIntyre, founder of the Visiting Firemen of Philately. [Illustrated Mail]
Keith E. Maatman	One-Frame 1 frame	Americana- Cachets for Every Letter	Single frame FDC exhibit showing an aspect of Americana, beginning with each letter of the alphabet. [Illustrated Mail]
Tony Wawrukiewicz	One-Frame 1 frame	U.S. International Mail Franked with Definitive Non-denominated Letter Stamps A to G 1978-1995	This exhibit demonstrates how the non-denominated definitive letter stamps A through G were handled in the international mails. [Postal] reference
Multi-Frame		Title	Description
Michael Anderson	Postal 5 frames	What Do I Do Now?	Based on the stamps of Hawaii, an exhibit to show the many different ways to continue a collection when you think you reached the end. [Postal]
Dr. Edwin J. Andrews	Postal 4 frames	The 5 Garfield Memorial Stamp of 1882	Four frame traditional exhibit detailing the creation, production and use of the 1882 large banknote Garfield stamp. [Postal]
Douglas N. and Nancy B. Clark*	Postal 8 frames	The U.S. 1903 Hartford Postal Stationery	A traditional postal stationery exhibit of the 1c, 2c, 4c, 5c and 2c recut envelopes and wrappers, showing essays, proofs, specimens, domestic and international uses. [Postal]
George DeKornfeld*	Postal 10 frames	The Marcophily of Hudson, New York 1793-1919	A study of the evolution of postmarks and postal markings of Hudson, NY from the earliest recorded to 1919. [Postal History]
Christopher Dahle	Thematic 4 frames	The Universal Declaration of Human Rights	A thematic exhibit on history and development of International Bill of Rights showing the full text of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. [Thematic]
Darrell Ertzberger	Thematic 6 frames	Beguiling Orbs of Beauty	A history of the female breast from a Western perspective. [Thematic]
Greg Galletti	Postal 5 frames	United Nations Postal History - The Forerunner Period (1942-1951)	A special study of the formation of the United Nations organization before the completion of the UN Headquarters building and issuance of UN postage stamps. [Postal]
Robert R. Henak	Illustrated Mail 5 frames	The U.S. Prevent Drug Abuse Stamp and Its First Day Covers	A "traditional" first day cover exhibit of the Prevent Drug Abuse stamp of 1971. [Illustrated Mail] Reference
Gary G. Hendren	Postal 5 frames	St. Louis Street Car Mail 1892-1915	A look at the routes, markings, usages of mail posted on the first street car mail service in the U.S. [Postal]
John Lighthouse*	Postal 4 frames	U.S. Revenue Stamps- First Issue Using the Documents of Commerce to Fund the Civil War	This postal history exhibit covers the usage of first issue U.S. revenue stamps on commercial documents during and after the Civil War. [Revenue]
Andrew McFarlane	Illustrated Mail 10 frames	The 1947 U.S Postage Stamp Centenary Commemorative	A traditional study of the first days covers of a 1940s classic. [Illustrated Mail]
Robert Meegan*	Postal 10 frames	The United States Large Bank Note Issues of 1870 to 1890	A study of the domestic, territorial, and international rates in effect, and usage of the stamps, during the era of the Large Bank Note issues. [Postal]
Thomas Peluso	Postal 2 frames	USPS Scrambled Indicia Issues 1997-2004 on First Day Covers	Cacheted first day covers USPS released with Scramble Indicia to thwart counterfeiters during 1997-2004, what to look for and how to use decoder lens. [Postal]
Alan Parsons*	Postal 5 frames	Corning NY Postal History Including DPOs Now Served by the Corning Post Office	An examination of mail handling from 1834 to date in the area now covered by the Corning, NY Post Office. [Postal]
Jack Rosenstein*	Postal 2 frames	Postmarked Rochester	A two frame overview of Rochester postal history from pre-stamp to modern times. [Postal]
Jack Rosenstein*	Postal 3 frames	The Forerunner Posts of the Holyland	A look at the territories and their post offices that comprised the region in and around current day Israel. [Postal]
Jeffrey N. Shapiro	Postal 10 frames	The Prexies at Work	Selected examples of the varied usages of the 1938 Presidential Series, commonly known as the "Prexies." [Postal]
Gregory Shoults	Postal 6 frames	Washington and Franklin Rotary Press Coils 1914-1922 Perforated 10 Issues Production and Uses	The exhibit features production material from both coil issues and coil waste as well as domestic and foreign uses on cover. [Postal]
Stephen L. Suffet*	Display 10 frames	Woody Guthrie: His Life and His Songs	This display division exhibit tells the story of American folk musician Woody Guthrie and illustrates some of his song lyrics [Display]
Gregory Scott Ward	Postal 10 frames	Use of U.S Parcel Post Stamps 1913-1926	Postal exhibit showing the uses of all 17 U.S. Parcel Post and Due stamps with domestic and foreign uses. [Postal]

2013 NTSS Exhibits

125 Competitive Frames, 28 Competitive Exhibits

2013 NTSS Awards Palmares

(click the image above to see the exhibit layout)

The Jury
Douglas N. Clark, Massachusetts Chief Judge     Yavuz Corapcioglu, Maryland     Robert R. Henak, Wisconsin
Thomas M. Lera, Virginia     Jay B. Stotts, Texas     Christopher E. Dahle, Iowa (Apprentice)

One Frame		Title	Description
Edwin J. Andrews	One-Frame 1 frame	A P-U-R-P-L-E Lexicon of Philately	One frame thematic exhibit which illustrates and defines specific philatelic terms represented by the letters of the word purple. [Thematic]
Dawn R. Hamman	One-Frame 1 frame	The Sirenians: Manatees and Dugongs	A display exhibit about these fascinating marine mammals and their struggle to survive. [Display]
Dawn R. Hamman	One-Frame 1 frame	How to Grow Tomatoes	A step by step guide to selecting, growing and harvesting your own delicious tomatoes. [Display]
George DeKornfeld	One-Frame 1 frame	Making of Whitetail Venison Sausage	A thematic exhibit in recipe form. [Thematic]
Jack Andr Denys	One-Frame 1 frame	Albrecht and Andrew- The Influence of Albrecht D rer on Andrew Wyeth	Single frame display exploring the impact of the most popular 16th century German artist on one of the most popular 20th century American artists. [Display]
Clemons Reiss	One-Frame 1 frame	Lawn Bowling- Rulers, Rules, Recreation and Results	How lawn bowling evolved from its rulers and rules. It includes recreational aspects and concludes with highlights of international results. [Thematic]
Multi-Frame		Title	Description
Edwin J. Andrews	Thematic 6 frames	Plague- The Story of the Most Infamous Bacterial Disease	A six frame exhibit detailing the cause and transmission of plague, its major pandemics, treatment, prevention and socio-economic impact on humanity. [Thematic]
Greg Balagian	Thematic 6 frames	The Lion- Most Symbolic Animal of All	The exhibit chronicles origins and development of lion symbolism in human culture. [Thematic] Exhibit Online
Jack R. Congrove	Display 7 frames	Alexander Hamilton: Soldier, Financier, Statesman, Founder	Philatelic material, postcards, and significant historical ephemera illustrate events in Hamilton's life and his influence on the U.S. [Display]
Vincent De Luca	Thematic 5 frames	The Olive- Olea Europaea	Mythology and history introduce the origin and evolution of the olive tree; its many uses and symbolism, and its essential relation to man. [Thematic]
Thomas M. Fortunato	Thematic 5 frames	The Diversity of Ceramics and Ceramic Materials	A thematic exhibit showing raw materials through finished products made of ceramics and glass, from everyday items to out of this world applications. [Thematic] Exhibit Online
Joseph F. Frasch, Jr.	Thematic 7 frames	The History of the Louisiana Purchase 1492-1804	The story of the Louisiana Purchase from the European exploration of the Americas to the purchase of the territory by the US in 1803. [Thematic]
Robert E. Gibson, Sr.	Display 8 frames	N rnberg	"It all began with a castle ". Events of N rnberg 1882 to September 1939. [Display]
Antonio Llad Homar	Thematic 8 frames	The Language of the Head- The Hat	History and development of the hat as daily wear, element, in work, religion and status. [Thematic]
Norman F. Jacobs	Thematic 8 frames	Tennis- From Game of Kings to King of Games	Let's explore tennis, from its royal origins to the modern game. Learn about the tournaments, the champions and why millions of people love this sport. [Thematic]
Alice Johnson	Thematic 5 frames	A Multitude of Angels	A thematic exhibit detailing the history of angels through the millennia. [Thematic] Exhibit Online
Robert J. Mather	Thematic 10 frames	The Donkey in Man's World	This exhibit acquaints you with the donkey and highlights its place in the world and its relationship with man. [Thematic]
Robert W. McCormick	Display 6 frames	The Orval Abbey- From Ruins to Riches	This exhibit reveals the story behind the reconstrucion associated with the abbey. The five sets of stamps that were issued to help finance the reconstruction help tell lthe story. The exhibit concludes by showing how the spirit of Orval lives on in the fruits of its labor--its beer, cheese and other products as well as its spirituality. [Display]
Robert W. McCormick	Display 7 frames	The Story of Angels as Revealed by Stamps from Around the World from Aitutaki to Zimbabwe	This exhibit explains the nature of angels by showing their characteristics as depicted in different cultures throughout the world. It shows a worldwide appreciation and understanding of angels and their story. [Display]
Martin J. Morrissey	Thematic 3 frames	Printing Stamps of the World	Traces the invention of mechanized printing through the centuries. [Thematic]
Van Siegling	Thematic 8 frames	The Magical World of Harry Potter	Do you believe in philatelic magic? See where Rowling got her inspiration for names and plotlines. Wands at the ready! [Thematic]
Clemons Reiss	Thematic 8 frames	Sailing Races: London 1662 to London 2012	A study of sail racing history. Includes basic information on the sport that a non-sailer will understand. The progression from local club races to the Olympics. [Thematic]
Anthony Wawrukiewicz	Thematic 7 frames	The Sun, Myth, Science, Effects, Culture	The exhibit follows mankind's increasing awareness and understanding of the sun and the sun-earth-humanity relationship. [Thematic]
Youth		Title	Description
Alex Fillion	Youth (Age 13) 1 frame	What A Princess Wants	What a princess wants. [Thematic] Exhibit Online
Alex Fillion	Youth (Age 13) 1 frame	Dairy Products of the Cow	Dairy Products of the Cows. [Thematic]
Annika Fillion	Youth (Age 10) 1 frame	U.S. Domestic Rates for First Class Surface Postal and Post Cards Between 1873 and Today	U.S. Domestic Rates for First Class Surface Postal and Post Cards Between 1873 and Today [Postal History] Exhibit Online
Mia Fillion	Youth (Age 12) 1 frame	The Chinese Zodiac	The Chinese Zodiac. [Thematic] Exhibit Online
Mia Fillion	Youth (Age 12) 1 frame	The USDA "My Plate" Food Plate- Mapping Out the Foods	The USDA "my plate" food plate- mapping out the foods. [Thematic]
Non-Competitive		Title	Description
	1 frame	Washington Press	Artcraft FDCs of previous US flag stamps.
	1 frame	Casey Jones Study Unit	Single frame exhibit for this train related philatelic group. [Promotional]
	1 frame	Europa Study Unit	Overview of what the club represents and the possibilities of collecting Europa stamps and Europa related material. [Promotional]
	1 frame	Motive Gruppe Musik Study Unit	Overview of what the club represents and to display the diversity of music collecting as is done by the members. [Promotional]
	1 frame	Ships on Stamps Unit	An invitation to join. Extol the virtues of collecting the topical/thematic way while highlighting the collecting of ships on stamps by way of examples. [Promotional]
	4 frames	ATA Historical Photo Display	Take a look at some photos from the ATA's past.

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