Rev. Gerard M. Landrey, S.J. First Day Cover Collection

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100th Anniversary United States Postage Stamps

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This U.S. Postage Stamp Centenary Souvenir Sheet was issued on May 19, 1947 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first U.S. Postage Stamp as well as the Centenary International Philatelic Exhibition (CIPEX). It includes a standard three cent stamp that paid the domestic letter rate, and a striking two stamp souvenir sheet that reproduced (albeit in different colors) the first two stamps ever issued, the five cent Benjamin Franklin and the ten cent George Washington. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Centenary postage stamp

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp honors the centenary of America's postage stamp 1847-1947 and features all the modes of transporting mail. Also features President George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, appointed by Washington to be the first Postmaster General in 1775. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Doctors of America

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp pays tribute to America's doctors, but also commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Medical Association. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Everglades National Park

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp highlights Florida's Everglades National Park. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Joseph Pulitzer

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp honors Joseph Pulitzer on what would have been his 100th birthday. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Settlement of Utah

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the settlement of Utah. In 1847, Brigham Young led a group of Morman pioneers who settled the area. It features Young's now famous phrase, "This must be the place." First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Thomas Edison

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of American inventor Thomas Edison. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
U.S. frigate Constitution

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Commemorates 150th anniversary of launching of U.S. Frigate Constitution, also known as "Old Ironsides". 1797- 1947. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Flying post office

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

In 1946, the USPS experimented with "flying post offices" where postal workers would sort mail on planes while in the air. The postal service had great success with the Railway Mail Service (RMS) having postal workers sort mail on moving trains, which allowed them to speed up mail delivery by 12-24 hours. It was thought that the same system could be combined with the speed of air travel to provide even more efficient service. Sorting mail on moving airplanes proved difficult and impractical and the idea never progressed past the experimental phase. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt and four freedoms

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

One of four stamps issued in the months after FDR's death in 1945. Commemorates his 1941 Four Freedoms speech. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Honorable discharge

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp honors those who have served in the U.S. military and features the Honorable Discharge Lapel insignia. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Iowa Statehood

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp commemorates one hundred years of statehood for Iowa. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Kearny expedition

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp recognizes centennial of the arrival of General Stephen Watts Kearny into Santa Fe in 1846. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Smithsonian Institution

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Smithsonian Institution. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Tennessee statehood

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp honors 150 years of Tennessee statehood. It features the state capitol, President Andrew Jackson, and first Governor John Sevier. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
United States Merchant Marines

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp honors the heroic deeds of the US Merchant Marines during WWII. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Alfred E. Smith 1873-1944

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

Stamp issued after the death of Alfred Emanuel Smith four-time governor of New York and 1928 presidential candidate. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Florida centennial

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

In recognition of Florida Centennial 1845-1945. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Hyde Park

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

One of four stamps issued in the months after FDR's death in 1945. Commemorates his Hyde Park, NY birthplace. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt and the White House

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

One of four stamps issued in the months after FDR's death in 1945. Commemorates his time in the White House. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Warm Springs, GA

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

One of four stamps issued in the months after FDR's death in 1945. Commemorates his time at the "Little White House" in Warm Springs, GA. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Iwo Jima

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

In 1945, the USPS issued a series of stamps to honor the role of the Armed Forces during WWII. This stamp honors the heroic deeds of the US Marines and is based on the iconic photograph of Marines raising the American flag on Iwo Jima. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Saint Patrick MO

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
Texas statehood

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp honors 100 years of Texas statehood. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.
United Nations Conference

Gerard M. Landrey S.J.

This stamp commemorates the meeting of the United Nations Conference in San Francisco on April 25, 1945. The stamp design, with its laurel branch embellishment, was selected by President Franklin D. Roosevelt the day before he died. Roosevelt's last official act as president before his death was to agree to purchase the first stamp of this special issue, and request that commemorative stamp albums be given to conference delegates. The president died within a half hour of this directive. First day covers are envelopes or postcards with a stamp canceled on the first day the stamp is available for purchase and use. Often the postmark is a special pictorial cancellation indicating the city and date of issue. First day covers often include a "cachet" or illustration on the envelope that explains or compliments the stamp.