VoI.xlxx No. 4 Serving the Numismatic Community of Texas july/august 2008 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS ON THE COVER Exhibitor Award Winning Display A History Lesson Greetings 1 NumiScramble 1 Ad Rates 2 Secretary s Report 3 TNA Board Meeting 3 Treasurer s Report 3 President s Column 4 TNA Youth Winning Essay ... 4 TNA Website Updated 5 In Memoriam 5 TNA Youth Newsletter 7 Civil War Store Cards Book Review & Interview with Author 8-9 Get Acquainted with the New TNA Coins for As Chair ... 9 Press Releases 11 Coin Dragnet - Starring Charlie “Just the Facts” Mead 12 History Lesson Continued 13-14 Texas Happenings 15-19 Club/Professional Directory 20-21 TNA Officers & Chair Info... 22 TNA Membership Information & Application 23 2008/09 Events Calendar ...24 PUBLICATION DEADLINES We want to publish your educational articles and club news in a timely manner. Please submit your items by the 15th of the following months: January, March, May, July, September, November. EXHIBITOR PRESENTS A HISTORY LESSON WITH HER AWARD WINNING NUMISMATIC DISPLAY T he History Channel has a challenger in Debbie Williams, a member of the TNA and numerous coin clubs in the Fort Worth and Dallas area. Debbie won “Best of Show” at the 2008 TNA Show for her exhibit, Remembering Ben Franklin , making this her second year to receive an award. Debbie’s first- time exhibit, America's Two Cent Piece, took first place last year. Debbie has been enjoying our hobby in Texas since 1995. She attended her first ANA Summer Seminar in 1996 and has returned each year to continue her numismatic education. She is an avid reader of numismatic literature and adheres to the adage “buy the book before the coin”. Taking part in the service area of our hobby is also important to Debbie. She has served in numerous capacities at several organizations and is currently president of the Fort Worth Coin Club. She is also a mentor for the ANA’s diploma program. Kathy Lawrence of the Dallas Coin Club, presented Remembering Ben Franklin in the club’s last newsletter. After reading this interesting story your TNA News Editor thought it would be enjoyed by all our members, especially those who were unable to make the 2008 Show. So, without further ado, here is: Remembering Ben Franklin by Debbie B enjamin Franklin was born on January 17, 1706, in Boston, Massachusetts to parents of rather modest means. Even as a young child, they recognized his exceptional level of intelligence and desperately wanted him to receive a formal education. Unfortunately, their financial situation only allowed a year or so of schooling before he began working with his father as a candle and soap maker. At the age of 12, Ben’s older brother James hired him as a printing apprentice. Ben worked day and night to learn as much as possible about the printing business. He also continued a habit of reading any books or other literature available. Despite his many contributions to his brother’s newspaper, The New England Cournat, Ben received little respect. At 17, Ben left Boston for New York and soon moved on to New Jersey. His journey continued until he finally arrived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on October 6, 1723. On that same day a very weary and frazzled Ben met Deborah Reed. The two would eventually marry and have two children. Once in Philadelphia, Ben continued his education as an apprentice printer. He traveled to London where he spent another year and Williams a half educating himself. By 1729, Ben had reestablished himself back in Pennsylvania and purchased his own newspaper, The Pennsylvania Gazette. He soon turned The Pennsylvania Gazette into one of the most successful newspapers of its time. Ben’s fellow citizens now viewed him as a hardworking and successful businessman and began to look to him as a leader. The Humanitarian In 1732, Ben began publishing Poor Richard’s Almanack. The pages of the Almanack were filled with Ben’s witty advice and predictions along with handy information such as calendars and weather forecasts. The annual publication was very popular and Ben soon emerged as a humanitarian with wisdom beyond his years. When he wasn’t writing, he worked to invent new and better ways to enhance the lives of those around him. Many of the items we enjoy today were either invented by Ben Franklin or are the result of his scientific research. Examples of his many contributions to society include: bifocal reading glasses, the odometer, the lightning rod, the Franklin stove, the armonica (musical instrument), and swimming fins. ARTICLE CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 <& 14 AND ADDITIONAL EXHIBIT NEWS RECEIVED AS WE WERE GOING TO PRESS... Now is the time to reach the best audience in the hottest numismatic market ever! 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PNG To receive a complimentary catalog or book of your choice, register online at HA.com/TNA15532, or call 866-835-3243 and mention reference #TNA15532. e World’s #1 Numismatic Auctioneer H ERI7AGE • it might be more fun to jusst pull oust otise ofousr favorite coin hoiders OstuL asdmire oust treasurers. Whatever we do, if it ha,s to do with coins, cwrrewcy, tokens, medasis, etasi, it wiii most Likely leave UsS sostbsfbed. Oh, Ostisd by the may, if there’s as coin shorn this meeketisd, who cadres abowt as Little heat. We have something for everyone in this bsswe of the TNA News. Oust cover story U asboust history - imagine thast - history awd tisUsmbsmotbcs! We hope yo w enjoy it. Hasl Cherry gives us as report ons the Board Meeting which took pLasce ast owr shorn in May. Owr huts are off to Hasl for consdenssing a, fusLL day of decisions masking awd discussions into as report reasdasble by owr membership. 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Unstbl nsext bsswe, Tons Kersey We received an email from Kathy Lawrence last week. She received word from the ANA that the Dallas Coin Club Newsletter won 2nd Place in the Electronic Newsletter category this year (DCC won 3rd place last year). Shortly after we were informed that John Barber’s Double Shift from the Greater Houston Coin Club won 3rd Place. Congratulations to Kathy and John for these well-deserved awards. We get to see their work when they email the club reports and agree that they are outstanding. We ’re sure that if a TNA member emailed them with a request for an electronic copy they would also be able to enjoy these fine publications. We will have photos next issue. Stop The Presses! After sending this issue to the printer we received the folllowing email from Barbara Gregory, Editor-in-Chief of The Numismatist'. Dear Ron: On behalf of the American Numismatic Association, I am pleased to announce that the Texas Numismatic Association has won third- place honors in the ANA Outstanding Club Publications Contest (Regional Clubs category) for The TNA News. The award will be presented at the ANA District Representative Program Awards Breakfast & Meeting on Saturday, August 2, at the World’s Fair of Money in Baltimore (and publicized in the September issue of THE NUMISMATIST). Congratulations! We hope to see you in Baltimore! Specialist in Early American Copper Colonials Half Cents • Large Cents 972 - 668-1575 cmcccawley@aol.com Visit our website at www.earlycents.com Chris Victor-McCawley P.O. Box 1 5 1 0, Frisco, TX 75034 Member «£ PNG IjHcgrUj-. I4?j«jnnhjl.l y, Professional Numismatists Guild Member Early American Coppers (EAC) MEMBKK Thanks to Martha Sue Kerr-Burke for our puzzle this issue. ANSWERS TO THE LAST NUMISSRAMMBLE 1. Slabbed 2. Coin Show 3. Loop 4. Coin Glass 3. Bronze 6. Steel 7. Tone 8. Zinc 9. Privy Mark 10. Bourse Chairman lYumisScramble Unscramble the words - all are related to the coin hobby. 1. klanfinr aflh 2. kwae eiktrs 3. ndeyenk flah 4. canneit icnos 5. tilimrya enmpayt tifcitearec 6. Dasled Eknlatb Oten 7. tdease bltreiy 8. mri 9. dlob eiktsr 10. erhte ncte ecepi Answers next issue! July/August 2008 1 ADVERTISE in the TNA News New Ad Rates A new ad rate structure was put into place during the business meeting of the TNA Board on May 18th, 2007- These rates will take effect with the July/ August issue of the TNA News for new ads. Current ad subscriptions will take effect upon renewal. Advertising in the TNA News is an easy and economical way to reach many collectors. Your ad will reach over 550 TNA members every two months. In addition to using an economical way to advertise, your advertising dollar will help support the TNA. 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If no written objections are received from the membership, they will become TNA members on September 1,2008: R-6927 - Charles Fowler, sponsored by Bill Welsh R-6928 - David Fuqua, sponsored by Frank Galindo LM-227 - Burl Faulk, sponsored by Frank Galindo The following Regular Members have transferred to Life Membership. Our congratulations and thanks to LM-226 - Walter Bradford The following members have been reinstated upon payment of their 2008 dues: A-5377 - Nila Chambliss R-6438 - Gary Dobbins R-6531 - Lance Tchor R-6302 - Paul Richardson VIP LEADERS FOR 2008 ARE: Bob Millard, Russell Prinzinger, David Pike, and Frank Galindo VIP LEADERS FOR 2008 Bob Millard, Russell Prinzinger, David Pike, and Frank Galindo CHANGE OF ADDRESS Please notify the Secretary’s office and not the TNA News Editor of any changes of address. Mailing labels for the TNA News are prepared by the Secretary’s office from the membership database which must have current information if you are to receive the TNA News. Thanks. CORRECTION : The spelling of the names of our new member, Charles E. Steward (R-6925) and his sponsor, John Grost, was incorrect in our last issue. We apologize to Mr. Steward and Mr. Grost and thank them for bringing this error to our attention. TNA Board Meeting Report MAY 16, 2008 The TNA Board met on May 16, 2008 at the TNA Convention and Show held at the Will Rogers Complex in Fort Worth, Texas. The meeting was chaired by President Jim Bevill. The following Board Members were in attendance: President Jim Bevill, First Vice President Joe Olson, Second Vice President David Kerr Burke, Secretary Hal Cherry, Treasurer Ray Leggett, and Governors Russell Prinzinger, William Welsh, James Harding, Mike Egger, Ed Stephens, Frank Galindo, Gober Pitzer, Doug Hershey, Tom Bennington, Barbara Williams and Paul Garner. Also attending were TNA News Editor Ron Kersey, Exhibit Chair Benny Bolin, ANA Rep Jerry Williams, and Assistant Medals Officer Karla Galindo. Jim Bevill gave the President’s update on the TNA including a Power Point presentation. This included comments on the recent coin shows in Waco and Houston along with our financial status, noting that we again had a cash loss for the last fiscal year and that we need to look at our expenses to keep from depleting our capital base. President Bevill discussed the need to work to support our organization and each other. The reading of the Minutes of the prior Board Meeting was waived and they were approved as published. Secretary Hal Cherry reported TNA had 604 members as of May 1, 2008. This included 135 Life Members, 23 Junior Members, and 38 Chapter Members. Treasurer Ray Leggett reported cash assets as of February 29, 2008 of $120,871.79. He noted that for the last fiscal year expenditures exceeded receipts by $8,070.00 and that our CDs were recently reinvested at about a one per cent lower return. The estimated income from the 2008 May Show is expected to be in excess of $15,000.00. Thanks were expressed to Show Producers Ginger and David Pike for their hard work in producing this successful show. The 2009 Show and Convention is scheduled for May 14 through 17 at the Will Rogers Center in Fort Worth. Ginger and David Pike will again be the Show Producers. An increase in the number of tables is anticipated. TNA’s various youth programs including Coins for A’s, the Kids Auctions, and the Junior Members Newsletter were discussed. Reports on these programs indicated they are within budget and have received positive feedback. The TNA’s Medal Program was discussed and it was noted that it operated at a slight loss last year due to the increase in the cost of silver and bronze along with postage and other shipping costs. Ways to eliminate the deficit were discussed including increasing the cost of the medals. The Library has had no activity during the past six months but the Web Site has had more than 4,000 visits a day. There was a discussion on selling banner ads on the Web Site and this will be further explored. There were six exhibits entered at this year’s Show and Convention. The results of the Fall TNA Show in Waco were discussed and the financial report gone over in detail. The show was produced by the Waco Coin Club and the TNA realized $1,116.00 as their share of the revenue. Appreciation was expressed to the Waco Coin Club for hosting and producing this show along with Paul Garner who served as Show Chairman for the Waco Coin Club. Also discussed was the TNA Winter Coin and Currency Show held in Houston in February of this year. The financial report was discussed and the TNA’s share of the revenue was $3,192.19. There was discussion that the contract for this show could be more definitive and a committee was appointed to consider any necessary changes. Ed Stephens was thanked for his work in producing this successful start-up show. The tentative dates for next year’s show are March 20 through 22 at the same location in Houston. The Article of the By-Laws concerning election and election procedures was amended in several regards. In the event there is only one candidate for an office, then no election will be held for that office and the Board will certify the candidate as the winner. The last TNA election had no contested races and several hundred dollars were spent printing and mailing out ballots. The section regarding write-in candidates was deleted as it is no longer applicable. Candidates for office no longer need to be nominated by another member or a club; but need only to file for office with the Secretary during a prescribed timeframe prior to the election. The sections concerning eligibility for both candidacy for office and voting were clarified along with the section regarding there being no provision for a run-off in the event a candidate does not receive a majority of the votes. (A more complete explanation of the election procedures will be published in an upcoming issue of the TNA News.) The Board expressed its appreciation for all of the donations of numismatic items, materials and money made to the TNA and its various programs. The Board also recognizes and thanks the many volunteers for their time and efforts that make our shows and other programs successful. This report covers the highlights of the Board Meeting and does not reflect the entire contents of the official Minutes. Treasurer's Report Ray Leggett - Treasurer Texas Numismatic Association, Inc. BALANCE SHEET SUMMARY As of July 31st, 2008 ASSETS Current Assets Checking/Savings 118,730.67 Total Current Assets 118,730.67 TOTAL ASSETS 118.730.67 LIABILITIES & EQUITY Equity 118,730.67 TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 118.730.67 July/August 2008 3 From the President. . . Summer Seminar - ‘A time to ref feet . . . ^T^ollowing a very busy TNA show in Fort Worth, I recently had the A chance to visit some friends in Colorado Springs over the fourth of July and attend the ANA Summer Seminar during the same week. The cool mountain air was a welcome respite to the hot Texas heat. I took a course on “Numismatics of the Civil War era”, or as we re-named the class, “Numismatics of the War of Northern Aggression”. I soon found myself submerged in Confederate and Southern States paper money, various civil war tokens and interesting discussions of the periods history and Confederate Coins. The class was quite interesting, and the instructors, Wendall Wolka and Dave Shankman were very knowledgeable and did their best to keep the class interesting. The amount of bonding and camaraderie that takes place over the course of the seminar is really something that can only be experienced. The Colorado Springs Coin Club hosted a show over the weekend, and I had a chance to catch up with Debbie Williams and Kathy Lawrence, who were tending to their exhibits after attending the first of the week long sessions. At the closing awards banquet, I was moved when almost two dozen school teachers, young numismatists and first time attendees were introduced as scholarship recipients from various coin clubs from across the United States. Seven of those were teachers who attended the “Coins in the Classroom” session on scholarships paid for by the Greater Houston Coin Club. I applaud the clubs generosity and commitment to numismatic education. For those readers who have never had a chance to attend, the ANAs Summer Seminar is something well worth visiting, and always worth going back to again. Jim Bevill TNA President P resident Jim Bevill & Governor Ed Stephens recently headed out to Galveston Bay for a day of fishing following a break in the coin show schedule. After boating several Spanish mackerel, Gov. Stephens landed this 33 _ lb redfish, certainly a remarkable catch. The record redfish caught in Gulf Coast waters was a 40-pound, 3-ounce monster caught near Venice, La. in August 2000. Bevill and Stephens plan to keep trying for the finest known! CUBAN NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER Frank Putrow - President CNA ESSAY CONTEST WINNER , FOR YOUNG NUMISMATISTS , IS SELECTED Parker Gordon, a l6yearoldjunior numismatist from Lipan, Texas, has been selected as the winner of the Cuban Numismatic Association Essay Contest for Young Numismatists. As the winner, Parker will receive a Cuban 1896 10 Peso note, an 1897 20 Centavo note, and an 1897 10 Centavo note. The preceding notes were donated by CNA member G.K. Graham, Memphis, TN., who requested that they be given to a Young Numismatist. Parker will also receive a one ounce silver CNA Commemorative medal, a 1959 100 Cuban peso replica, a “wooden” 5 centavo (nickel), and a complimentary 2008 membership in the CNA. Attempts will be made to present Parker with his awards by a local Coin Club representative. Pictures will be taken and released to the local Lipan, Texas newspaper, and to the three major Coin Periodicals. His essay follows: What Young Numismatists (YN’s) Enjoy About Collecting I believe that what YN’s enjoy about numismatics most is the feeling of accomplishment. I know I always feel that I’ve accomplished something great, every time I add a new coin to my collection. It’s such a rush whenever I’ve just found my latest coin and get to add to the rest of my collection. Another thing I enjoy about numismatics is getting to meet other collectors at shows and the coin store. It’s great to meet and discuss with other people what they’re collecting, what they think of the hobby, and just how they’re doing. Numismatics, to me, is also a lot about history. I love learning about the history of a piece, and what was going on in the world when it was produced. In general, there are a lot of things I enjoy about numismatics, and I know it’s a hobby I’ll keep with me until I’m gone. And after I’m gone, I hope that I’ll have passed on my love for the hobby to someone else who will continue collecting for a long time to come. Parker Gordon 4-28-08 TNA News - Vol. XLXX No. 4 We are Always Buying! If you have coins to sell, see us first. We offer fop Prices and Free Quotes. 8435 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024 PHONE 713-464-6868 iax 713464-7548 www.buyu scorns, Toll Free Number U.S. COINS AUTHORIZED DEALER: PCGS. NGC. ANACS y um wmisinrii Take a few moments to visit the TNA website: wwwtna.org Our resident computer guru, David Burke, has logged in several hours so that TNA members can easily get the information they need about numismatics in Texas. Remember - the TNA Library is available on-line You can download and print the TNA Library Index in pdf format http://www.ccatech.com/tna/downloads/tna-library.pdf In Memoriam R.J. Hansen TNA has received word that long time member, Russell Hansen passed away on June 3rd. Russell and Jessie Hansen moved to Amarillo from Plainsville in 1956. Russel had attended the coin club meetings in Lubbock and began attending meetings at the Amarillo club soon after the club was formed. The club eventually became the Golden Spread Coin Club. Russell was an attendee of local and state coin shows and contributed exhibits on a regular basis. Mr. Hansen soon became known for his well- made plastic display holders, eventually doing business with collectors from Texas and many other states, his company name being Hansen Plastics. He made holders for the annual TNA medals beginning in the mid-seventies and continued this activity until recently. R.J. Hansen will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. Eddie Ross Parrish Eddie Ross Parrish, a longtime member of the Fort Worth Coin Club, passed away May 7th. Eddie was born June 26, 1929, in Fort Worth. He was a Marine veteran, and a former parts manager for the Fort Worth Leonards Farm and Ranch store. Eddie was among the first members of the Fort Worth club, being acquainted with the founders. He had many stories to tell about the club s beginnings. Eddie served the club in several capacities including President. His friendly manner was enjoyed by those who visited him at his dealer table during local coin shows. William W. Stout, M.D. Doctor William Stout passed away on May 25th. Dr. Stout was TNA LM22. and was a member of the Golden Spread Coin Club. William Stout served in the U.S. Navy as a Medical Corpsman during WWII. He began his medical practice after his service and practiced medicine until February, 2008. Dr. Stout is survived by his wife, Judy, along with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. July/August 2008 5 AMIAL FALL COIN AND CURRENCY SHOW CAMP JORDAN ARENA ♦ ♦ ♦ CHATTANOOGA .TENNESSEE FRIDAY October 31 10am to 6pm SATURDAY November 1 10am to 6pm SUNDAY November 2 10am to 3pm DEALER SET-UP THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30 - EARLY BIRD BADGES $35.00 Auction Friday Evening at 7:00 pm Camp Jordan Arena - Phil Cole Auction Company For Auction Information or to obtain a Catalogue - Phone: 866-424-0597 — Website: www.philcoleauctioneer.msn.com FREE ADMISSION FREE PARKING HOST CLUBS: CHATTANOOGA & CHIEF JOHN ROSS 0^00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000<>0000000000000^<>000000^000000^0 tH&Li F-W IBrcdsi Ccutceer YOUNG COIIICTOR PROGRAM Saturday 1:00pm TSNS will donate from this show to Breast Cancer Research: • Half of every Early Bird Badge • A portion of the Friday Auction Receipts • A portion of the Gold Coin Raffle • A portion of Refreshment Sales • Silent Raffle Dealer Donations xxxxx><>>$$$<>$<><>$<> QXQSt(j one of them.” Don Kindly had a 1935 1 Mill tax token. Harold E. had 2 articles to present. One was a news article from Numismatic News about our Wooden Nickel. The 2nd was an article that was in the TNA newsletter about 5 minor varieties of the Texas statehood quarter. One club member added that there was a major error for the Texas statehood quarter and it was it did not have the Alamo- a/the major symbol of Texas. Clinton B had a medal of the Loretto Chapel. This medal depicts the famous staircase that defies engineering and has a strange and miraculous story. Joanna McK had 2 items. One was a 1969 Moroccan 20 francs and the 2nd was Chinese Cash coin. Fred B. had a “Where’s George” dollar bill. Bob Busse had a Belgium 5 franc dated 1986 that he found at a bus stop while commuting. Lew. R. had a gambling chip from a casino in Monaco. Gateway Coin Club May Meetings - May 1 - The meeting opened with 31 members and two visitors in attendance. The club members welcomed visitors Bill Wurtman and Arturo Gutierrez Jr. Before the meeting began, Arturo joined our ranks and is now our newest member. Welcome to our club, Arturo! The paid-up member attendance prize, a 2008 American Silver Eagle, was given to Gary. During the business meeting, a volunteer sign-up sheet was available for members to sign-up to help at the up-coming coin show. William announced that he was chosen for a Public Service Announcement for the school district where he teaches. The roundtable discussion was led by William who brought three items: a 1873 proof 63 three-cent piece, a King Edward III coin, and a 1989 proof 69 Ultra Cameo two Sovereign. Fernando Razo had a Biblical Wildlife Society sterling silver bar that featured a donkey. Karla Galindo showed several interesting items: a Mardi Gras token that depicted singer Glen Campbell and two elongated coins. One was from Dodge City that showed a longhorn steer and the other from Cripple Creek that showed a prospector’s donkey. May 15 - The attendance that evening was 21 members and one visitor. Our visitor was Bill Rutledge. He rejoined our ranks that evening and is once again a member. Participating in the roundtable was Fernando Razo who brought an internet news article about Zimbabwe’s half billion dollar note. Karla Galindo showed a Winchester good luck souvenir medal and four elongated coins. The elongated coins were all related to the Winchester Mystery House. The obverses showed the following: “The gun that won the west,” “Products Museum,” “Flash Light Tours,” and a Winchester rifle. Cliff Anderson had an 1897 British Royal family medal commemorating the death of the Duke of Clarence. Frank Galindo brought three items: a St. Labre Indian School token, a Tombstone token that commemorates the OK Corral Shootout of Oct. 26, 1881, and a Tombstone 1878-1978 centennial elongated coin. Art Snider had a 1939 Jefferson nickel identified as a Cherry picker’s die variety #FS022.5 with five FS plus two full steps. William showed an error 1944 Belgium steel two-franc that was struck on a 1943 US cent steel planchet. David brought a new London Bridge Rotary Club dated 2007-2008. It was a silver plated copper dollar honoring an Arizona past-time, fishing the Colorado River. The educational program was presented by David. His topic was the “State and Federal Coppers of Mexico.” Thank you, David, for a most interesting program. June Meetings - Jun. 5 - The first meeting of the month was opened with 28 members and two visitors present. The members warmly welcomed visitors Robert and Hyacinth Bridges. The member attendance prize, a gleaming one ounce U.S. Silver Eagle dollar, was given to a very pleased ’’Lucky Leon” Weinstrom. Frank Galindo thanked all the volunteers for their dedication and time they donated to help our coin show become another successful endeavor. William also expressed his appreciation to all the volunteers. Fernando Razo reminded the members of the next Mexican Coin Club meeting. Jun. 16 - The meeting opened with 19 members and three visitors in attendance. Our visitors were Alice Mitchell, Glenn Pfitzenmaier, and his son Aaron. All the visitors joined our club that evening. Welcome Alice, Glenn, and Aaron who is now our newest junior member. William presented the educational program this evening. The title of the program was “English Hammered Coins.” He spoke of the numismatic history of the hammered coins of the Tudors. The presentation was very thorough and covered important early periods of British history and royal bloodlines. He also brought many coins to help enhance his presentation. 18 TNA News - Vol. XLXX No. 4 After the program there was a brief question and answer period. Thank you, William, for a most interesting program on hammered coins.. Mexican Coin Club 2nd Meeting 2008 - We had our 2nd meeting of the year at our present location. Our location is the La Fonda Mexican Restaurant near Fredericksburg Rd and Loop 410. (For more information contact: www. lafondaoakhills.com) We had a number of devoted members and visitors who joined us for the first time. We could say we had a very packed room with 30 Amigos visiting us from all over South Texas. Around 7:00 pm we had attendees introduce themselves to the group. There were two presentations at our meeting. The 1st presentation was on a report titled: Three Questionable Coin Rarities of the Mexican Revolution The 2nd presentation was conducted by another dedicated collector. The presentation was on: Die study on Republic UN Centavo Coin of the Mexico City Mint After the presentation there was fantastic participation from many of the club Amigos about their experiences related to the Mexican centavos. Some members mentioned their recollections on a major Mexican Republic UN Centavo somewhere down in the Rio Grande Valley. District Ten International Coin Club of El Paso General News - New Meeting Location - After several years at Mike & Ana’s Restaurant, the Coin Club will move to a new location effective the first meeting in June. The new facility is located at: El Paso Chinese Baptist Church, 2030 Grant Avenue, El Paso, TX 79930 In addition to a new location, the club members voted to change the day and frequency of the meetings. Effective June 2, 2008 the coin club will meet on the first Monday of each month. There will not be a second meeting during the month. The business portion of the meetings will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by the general meeting at 7:00 PM. We will continue to have our auctions, informative presentations, and even a show-n-tell session. Please join us June 2, 2008 at 2030 Grant Avenue for our first meeting at our new location! and kept them occupied for hours. 2008 Club Elections: The annual club elections were held during the May 13th meeting. Nominations for club officer positions were unopposed and we have a ‘new’ Executive Board consisting of the following: President John G., Vice-President Don T., Secretary Harold S., Treasurer Chuck S., Sgt. at Arms BL R. In addition, two Board of Director positions were renewed with Luciano A. and Willie T. retaining their posts. Ken P. will finish the remaining term of Jim T. District Eleven Golden Spread Coin Club May Meeting - The meeting was called to order by President Diane Morie. There were 23 members present. The treasures report and minutes were approved. Diane Morie reviewed the birthdays and anniversaries. Committee reports were given which included the upcoming coin show. The National Coin Week activities were reviewed including a proclamation by Amarillo Mayor, Deborah McCart and from the mayor of Canyon. Junior members participated in the treasure hunt and were recognized. Coin trivia was reviewed by Bill Hughes on early dollars. Mike Novak presented another video on the history of making money. Several members brought items for Show & Tell including Silver $20 pieces, a 5 Peso gold piece 1895 from Chile, a broad struck penny, and a 1937D 3 legged Buffalo nickle in a slab. June Meeting - The meeting was called to order by President Diane Morie. There were 31 members present. The minutes and treasurer’s reports were approved. Gold and silver prices were stated. Doug Hershey gave a TNA report. Jerry Davidson presented a program on professional grading. The club was informed of the passing of two of its members. Dr. William Stout, a life member, passed away in early June. R.J. Hansen, a long time member passed away in early June also. District Thirteen Wichita Falls Coin & Stamp Club May Meeting - The meeting was called to order at 7:39 pm. 13 Members were present for the meeting, and one visitor Dan & Zack Brown. Program: Tony Zupkas provided a program on a way of collecting British Coins. He said that there are two books available on collecting British O coins for each monarch. He said that Queen Elizabeth II had a crown or Five Shilling Coin Commemorating her coronation in 1953. Tony said that her image has appeared on more types of coins than anyone in history. He estimated that the Lincoln cents was the more produced coin in history. He said that King George Vi’s image was on coins before Queen Elizabeth II. King George VI was married to whom we know as the Queen Mum. Tony said that King George VI died of cancer. Tony said that the next monarch was King George V who was the first King in the house of Windsor. Before Him there was King Edward VIII, who had a short reign. Tony said that Queen Victoria was before that and she reigned from 1837 to 1901, a reign of 64 years. Tony said that Queen Victoria’s reign was the longest of any British monarch. Before her, King William IV was the monarch. Tony said that King George IV who was the older brother of King William IV was before William. Before George IV was George III, who was King during the American Revolution, and was memorialized in the movie about the madness of King George. King George II preceded King George III on the throne. Queen Anne was before that. He said that the shorter the monarchs reign and the older the coin the more the coin tends to cost. District Fifteen Beaumont Coin Club May Meeting - President Barbara opened the meeting with the pledge. Richard Ewing was voted in as a new member. . .again! Welcome back! Judy read the Treasures’ report and it was approved. Old and New Business: The 2009 Red book in honor of Fred Lane has been acquired. Tim has the Gander Mountain Meeting room reserved for the next 3 months. Silsbee Coin Show is July 12, 2008 We are having our Beaumont Coin Show on September 20, 2008. Jerry said he expects all of our tables will be sold by the show. Judy and Jerry will post our show in the coin magazines. Judy is still collecting coins and other numismatic items for the Children’s’ Auction. Port Arthur Coin Show is November 8, 2008. Our July meeting will be at The Lone Star Cafe with the Golden Triangle coin clubs. It will be July 22, 2008. This will be in place of our regular meeting we will have door prizes. Spouses and Guests are welcome. Everyone must pay for his or her own meal. Cameron Mayo presented the program about Texas. gram. Double Eagle Coin Club May Meeting - Joe Brandon opened Our May 8, 2008 meeting with the Pledge Allegiance. Mr. Dewey Scott read Treasurer Report: report was approved. There were 20 members present. Mr. Stan read the “Did you Know” about john Quincy Adams! Old and New Business: Mr. Dewey will have the final figures on our coin show at the next meeting. From Kemble: be on the lookout for 2008 Silver Eagle with the reverse side 2007 type un-circulated! Update on Peggy and Warren: Warren’s eyesight is returning a bit. They are working hard. Program was by Mr. Stan about the standing Liberty Quarter.ction. District Seventeen Waco Coin Club May Meeting - President Fred Ferguson call the meeting to order. Secretar’s minutes and Treasurer’s report were approved. Show Chairman, Thomas Campbell presented a report on the show held in April. He commented that Alan Wood is looking into the Hilton as a possible site for future shows. A mostion was passed to have a fall show. The show committee was given a round of applause for their work on the show. Program: the Secret Service agent was unable to attend the meeting for his presentation, however, he printed several pages from their website on information about detecting counterfeit currency. Copies of these were passed out and discussed. The winning number for the cash pot was not present, therefore, next month’s cash pot will be $35. uly/ August 2008 n TEXAS NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION Capitol City Coin Club P.O. Box 80093 Austin, TX 78708-0093 Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7pm Austin History Center 810 Guadalupe St. We have a short business meeting followed by “show & tell”, an educational program and auction. We conclude with an attendance prize. Visitors are welcome! for more information contact: Bill Gillespie begillespie@sbcglobal.net Corpus Christi Coin Club TNA chapter #1 founded in 1952 Meets 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm Central library— LaRetama Room lower level. 805 Comanche, Corpus Christi. phone# (361) 880-7000 For more information visit our web site at http : / / cccoin.org email cccoin@gmail.com or call (361) 241-0348; P.O. Box 10053, Corpus Christi, TX 78460-0053 DALLAS COIN CLUB Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00PM LaCalle Doce 1925 Skillman Ave., Dallas For info write: Kathy Lawrence P.O. Box 3203, Cedar Hill, TX 75106-3203 (214) 458-4991 Friendship & Knowledge Through Numismatics Fort Worth Coin Club, Inc. PO Box 9852, Fort Worth, TX 76147 Email— apctexas@aol.com Meets the 1st Thursday of the month 7:00PM at the Botanical Gardens 2000 University Dr., Ft. Worth 76107 in Fort Worth Visitors Welcome ! Our annual Coin Shows are Spring-March; Winter— November. Call 817-444-5500 for details www.fortworthcoinclub.org GATEWAY COIN CLUB, INC. of San Antonio, Texas Meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday 7:00PM at Denny’s Restaurant. 9550 IH 10 W. (near Wurzbach exit) Dinner at 6:00PM. Optional Visitors Welcome! www.gatewaycoinclub.com 2009 San Antonio Coin Shows Feb. 28 & May 30, 2009 Live Oak Civic Center For info: (210) 271-3429 Email: retate@msn.com Greater Houston Coin Club, Inc. PO Box 2963 Houston, Texas 77252-2963 281-586-9727 email — texascoins @houston.rr.com Meeting on the third Thursday of each month at the Fair Haven Methodist Church Activities Room. 1330 Gessner, 0.6 mile North of 1-10 W- 7:00 pm If you are interested in coins, tokens, medals or paper money, visit us at our next meeting. Sponsors of the annual The Money Show of the Southwest Hidalgo Coin Club of the Rio Grande Valley Beginning January, 2008 we will meet the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:30pm St. Mark United Methodist Church 2nd St. & Pecan (Rd 497), McAllen, TX for more information contact: Robert “Ski” Kurczewski - Secretary 1402 South Cage, #73 Pharr, TX 78377 956-781-8453 or 956-720-9636 email: RoundsbySkis@juno.com International Coin Club El Paso, Texas ANA, TNA PO Box 963517 El Paso, TX 79996 Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month 7:30 PM Mike and Ana’s Restaurant 1850 Trawood Guests are Always Welcome Northeast Tarrant Coin Club Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM Mid- Cities Bible Church Family Life Center 3224 Cheek Sparger Rd., Bedford, TX Door prizes , monthly programs , Auctions Raffles Visitors and Young Numismatists Always Welcome!! For more info call Russell Prinzinger at: 817-656-2540 SAN ANGELO COIN CLUB Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month 5:30 PM Pepe’s Diner Fiwy. 87 N. and FR 2105 San Angelo, TX Dinner, Business, Auction, Door Prizes VISITORS WELCOME! ANNUAL SHOW September 12 & 13, 2008 email: sacoinclub@aol.com (325) 465-4615 WACO COIN CLUB Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:30pm at the Harrison Senior Center, 1718 N. 42nd St., Waco, TX (254) 799-4344 WICHITA FALLS COIN and STAMP CLUB 1503 Beverly Drive, Wichita Falls, TX 76309 Meets the 4th Thursday of each month at 7:30PM in the TV room of Merrill Gardens 5100 Kell West, Wichita Falls. Visitors are welcome-bring a friend . The club hosts the Annual Wichita Falls Coin and Stamp Show at the MPEC in Wichita Falls each spring. For info call: (940)592-4480 after 5PM. avail Li rfiese directory spaces ar Able for your club or busi it others in the hobby knt who and where you are! e 'ness. >w 20 TNA News - Vol. XLXX No. 4 CLUB AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Weiss Collectable Sales Numismatics Ancient , Medieval, Foreign (973) 398-0700 • • • P.O. Box 661 Hopatcong, NJ 07843 Tegasi N U M I SM A T I C S Ann Arbor, Ml Holicong, PA Nicholas Economopoulos Director 215.491.0650 Fax: 215.491.1300 Classical Creek , Roman , Byzantine and Medieval Coins and Antiquities P.O. Box 199 Holicong, PA 18928 TEXICAN COIN & BULLION COMPANY Buy & Sell Coins , Gold/ Silver Diamonds , Rolex Watches , Scrap Gold 100 Independence Place Chase Bank Bldg; Suite 316 Tyler, Texas 75703 (903)561-6618 email-texican@suddenlinkmail.com Tom Bennington Coins Militaria Silver Gold Estate Jewelry Estates Bought & Sold Alamo Heights Coin Shop Same location 21 years -Terr ell Plaza 1201 Austin Highway Ste #128 San Antonio, TX 78209 210-826-6082 O.C. Muennink Jim Hammack Owner Collectibles Specialist J. T. Texas Company ★ ★ ★ 611 West Main Street Tomball, Texas 77375-5500 (281) 351-2202 ★ ★ ★ JefforMatzi Thrasher Lone Star Mint, Inc. 805 East 15th Street Plano, TX 75074-5805 972-424-1405 Toll Free 1-800-654-6716 for precious metals spot prices go to: www.lsmint.com U.S. Rare Coins-Silver-Gold Collections, Accumulations & Estates Purchased and Sold Corpus Christi Coin and Currency Visit our easy to use website with over 3000 + images. www.cccoin 1 .com Buying coin & currency collections, gold, silver, jewelry & estates. Authorized PCGS & NGC dealer 36 1 -980-3997-By Appointment Wells Fargo Bank Building SPID @ Airline Nela Runkle 4304 Jennie Ave. Amarillo, TX 79106-6033 806-355-1702 CLOSE OUT- TNA MEDALS 1 Complete Set of 2 Medals, All same number: 1968-2007 Order over 10 bronze medals for $2 ea. plus shipping. Reduced price on 2-medal sets. Have many years. Preacherbill’s Coins & Collectibles Dr. Bill Welsh Numismatist Locations in Lubbock, Biq Sprinq, Midland (432) 756-2484 Preacherbill@msn.com P.O. Box 734 • Stanton, TX 79782 Century Coin & Stamp 1101 Richland Dr. Waco, TX 76710 (254) 776-6655 Dalton Adams Sandford J. Durst Numismatic Books Publisher & Distributor Since 1975 Over 2500 Titles on Coins, Medals, Tokens, Paper Money, Stocks/Bonds, Banking History SASE for list of over 500 titles See EBay Store - Numisbooks 33 Special Inquires Invited 106 Woodcleft Avenue, Freeport, NY 11320 516-867-3333 • Fax 516-867-3397 Email: sjdbooks@verizon.net Paul Garner TNA District Governor US Air Force (Retired) P.O. Box 154906, Waco, TX 76715 254-799-4344 Cell: 254-214-5743 Fax: 254-799-4344 pegarner @ rocketmail.com TNA & ANA Life Member ISNA Certified Master Appraiser GREENBACKVILLE NUMISMATICS Numismatics for all Collectors US & World Paper-Coins-Tokens 757-854-0667 www.greenbackvillenumismatics.com ANA- LM 209427 TNA- LM 226 Custom Made Display Holders For Rare Coins HANSEN PLASTICS R.J. Hansen 1922-2008 We at the TNA News regret the passing of Mr. Hansen and extend our sympathies to his family. Liberty Rare Coins Texas Coin Show Productions 214-794-5499 Certified PQ Coins U.S. Gold— Rare & Key Date Coins David & Ginger Pike P.O.Box 126 Tom Bean, TX 75489-0126 email: lrciplano@aol.com July/August 2008 21 TEXAS NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION © OFFICERS © President Secretary Convention Liaison Jim Bevill Hal Cherry Jim Bevill 3700 Buffalo Speedway P. O. BOX 852165 3700 Buffalo Speedway, Suite 100 Richardson, Tx 75085-2165 Suite 100 Houston, TX 77098 972-234-6996 Houston, TX 77098 713-993-1505 Vice President Joe Olson P.O. Box 7024 Waco, TX 76714 254-752-9990 Treasurer Ray Leggett P.O. Box 9146 Waco, TX 76714-9146 254-776-1162 713-993-1505 TNA News Editor Ron Kersey 8116 Yellowstone Ct. Fort Worth, TX 76137 817-281-3065 MAY/09 Show 2nd Vice President Producers Exhibit Chairman David A. Burke Ginger & David Pike TBA P.O. Box 10053 P.O. Box 126 Corpus Christi, TX 78460 Tom Bean, TX 75489 361-241-0348 214/794-5499 District Governors District i District 7 District 12 J. Russell Prinzinger 7405 Frank Galindo Tommy Bennington Windhaven Rd. N. PO Box 12217 100 Independence #316 Richland Hills, TX 76180 San Antonio 78212 Tyler, TX 75703 817-656-2540 District 8 903-561-6618 District 2 David A. Burke District 13 Bill Welsh PO Box 10053 E.B. “Rob” Robinson PO Box 734 Corpus Christi, TX 78460 1515 Bentwood Dr. Stanton, TX 79782 361-241-0348 Iowa Park, TX 76367 432-756-2484 District 3 James Harding PO Box 1777 Clyde, TX 79510 325-893-4954 District 9 Gober Pitzer PO Box 874 Leveland, TX 79336 806-523-8657 940-592-4480 District 14 TBA District 15 Barbara Williams District 10 PO Box 1593 District 4 Pat Curran P.O. box 839 Silsbee, TX 77656 Mike Egger PO Box 4519 Mesila, NM 88046 505-496-3152 409-385-7028 Lago Vista, TX 78645 District 16/17 512-264-4314 District ii Paul Garner PO Box Doug Hershey PO 154906 Waco, TX District 5 Box 50176 Amarillo, TX 76715-4906 254-799-4344 TBA 79159 806-353-3399 District 6 Ed Stephens 14027 Memorial #101 Houston, TX 77079 832-444-4808 Committee Chairs Medals Officers Legal Counsel Donations Chair Frank and Karla Galindo Joe Olson Jerry Williams PO Box 12217 P.O. Box 7024 PO Box 1593 San Antonio, TX 78212 Waco, TX 76714 Silsbee, TX 77656 254-752-9990 409-385-7028 Librarian Carlton Simmons Webmaster ANA Representatives 3575 1st St David Burke Jerry and Barbara Williams Beaumont, TX 77705 PO Box 10053 PO Box 1593 409-548-4991 Corpus Christi, TX 78460 Silsbee, TX 77656 Coins forA’s 361-241-0348 409-385-7028 Richard Laster Youth Chair PO Box 19248 Houston, TX 77224-9248 Kathy Lawrence 713-468-3276 PO 3203 rdlhouston@yahoo.com Cedar Hill, TX 75106-3203 214-458-4991 Past Presidents Council Kirk Menszer Ray Whyborn Jerry Williams Joe Olson President Jim Bevill mercury225 @ sbcglobal.net Vice Pres. Joe Olson numijoe@hot.rr.com 2nd VP David Burke tna@ccatech.com Secretary Hal Cherry halcherry@msn.com Treasurer Ray Leggett rleggett @ gr andecom . net Gov., Dist. 1 J. Russell Prinzinger yanosl@flash.net Gov., Dist. 2 Bill Welsh preacherbill@msn.com Gov., Dist. 3 James Harding sevenheart @ aol . com Gov., Dist. 4 Mike Egger madccoins @ sbcglobal.net Gov., Dist. 5 TBA Gov., Dist. 6 Ed Stephens bigdealed @ aol . com Gov., Dist. 7 Frank Galindo karfral @netzero.net Gov., Dist. 8 David Burke coins @ccatech.com Gov., Dist. 9 Gober Pitzer gpitzer917@aol.com Gov., Dist. 10 Pat Curran patrick2193 @msn.com Gov., Dist. 11 Doug Hershey dhco @ amaonline . com Gov., Dist. 12 Tommy Bennington texican@suddenlinkmail.com Gov., Dist. 13 E.B. Robinson conrobrus@aol.com Gov., Dist. 14 TBA Gov., Dist. 15 Barbara Williams brewjawilliams@yahoo.com Gov.Dist 16, 17 Paul Garner pegarner@rocketmail.com Librarian Carlton Simmons casimmons@gt.rr.com Coins for As Richard Laster rdlhouston@yahoo.com Youth Chair Kathy Lawrence kaly01@sbcglobal.net ANA Region 9 Coordinators Jerry and Barbara Williams brewjawilliams@yahoo.com Bourse Chair Ginger Pike lrciplano @ aol . com Show Liaison Jim Bevill mercury225 @ sbcglobal.net Exhibit Chair TBA Medals Officers Frank Galindo karfral @netzero.com Karla Galindo karfral @netzero.com Donations: Jerry Williams brewjawilliams@yahoo.com TNA Web Site David Burke tna@ccatech.com TNA News Editor Ron Kersey tnanews@sbcglobal.net 22 TNA News - Vol. XLXX No. 4 NA MEMBERSHIP IISIFOR This association is a non-profit, educational and scientific organization founded in January I960. It is purely a mutual association founded for the benefit of its members. The TNA invites to membership all worthy persons who are at least nine years of age. Coin clubs, schools, libraries, museums and kindred organizations who have a sincere interest in the collecting and study of coins, paper money, tokens, medals and related items are welcome. PURPOSES To promote and advance interest and comprehensive knowledge of numismatics; to cultivate friendly relations among fellow collectors; to hold periodic meetings and exhibits; to provide a place and time to buy, sell and trade numismatic items; to serve its members collectively, not individually. ADVANTAGES To be a member is to have fraternal affiliation with numismatics of your state; to know their addresses and collecting interests; to have the honor of serving visitors with the names of collectors in their vicinity; to participate in the annual convention; to receive the official publication. TNA membership offers prestige on the state level just as ANA offers prestige on the national and international levels. OFFICIAL PUBLICATION Each Regular, Junior, Life and Chapter member receives the TNA News for no additional cost. Insofar as possible, this media will keep you informed about your association, and the individual and chapter members. It carries timely articles and features. Its pages are free to all members to express their views and to contribute articles for the advancement of numismatics. Those seeking information may ask for help through the pages of the TNA News. Those having items for sale or trade may advertise for a nominal sum. The TNA News is the voice of the TNA. CONVENTIONS The TNA will meet in an annual convention. Members are entitled to a voice at the conventions. The business sessions are devoted to the procedures necessary to the operation of your state association. Entertainment and time for renewal of friendships is an important part of the conventions. Educational exhibits are a vital adjunct. The opportunity to buy, sell and trade is provided through bourse activity. MEMBERSHIP Regular members are at least 18 years of age. Associate members are at lease 18 and a member of the immediate family of a regular member. Junior members are under 18 years of age. Chapter members are those organizations as listed on the previous page. APPLICATION Applicants for membership must be proposed for membership by a TNA member who signs the application form together with an additional person know as a voucher. A voucher for an applicant for regular membership should be an adult of reputable character who knows the applicant. A voucher for an applicant for junior membership must be a parent or guardian of the applicant. Applicants for chapter membership should be signed by the president. Such other information as required on the application should be given. Chapter membership applicants should furnish the additional information; 1. Names and addresses of officers 2. Name and address of TNA representative 3. Mailing address 4. Meeting date, time and place. APPLICANTS Names of applicants are published in the TNA News. If no objections are received within 20 days after the date of publication, the applicant is admitted to membership. A membership card is sent with notification of admission. The official publication will be mailed to eligible applicants. DUES Regular & Chapter 20.00 Junior 8.00 Associate 8.00 Life 300.00 Mail applications to: Hal Cherry, TNA Secretary R.O. Box 832163 Richardson, TX 75085-2165 Incorporated under the Laws of Texas - March , I960 Application for Membership I herewith apply for membership in the Texas Numismatic Association, subject to the associations Articles of Incorporation, By- Laws, and other rules and regulations, and tender $ for dues. Name (Type or print name as you want it on the roster) Street or RO. Box Phone Number (Business Name or d.b.a.) City State_ Date .Zip Email Address Q under 18 years of age Q 18 or over ANA # Q Regular Q Associate Q Junior O Chapter O Life Collecting Interest Individual Applicant Signature Proposer Signature TNA# Associate Applicant Signature Family Member Signature TNA# Parent or Guardian Signature (Junior Applicant) President Signature for Chapter Applicant TNA Action For use by TNA Secretary TNA# Dues Received $ Date Mail applications to: Hal Cherry, TNA Secretary, P.O. Box 852165, Richardson, TX 75085-2165 July/August 2008 23 GGGGGGGGGG % § Texas Coin Shows 70 Tables Grapevine 2008 August 8-10 October 3-5 2009 January 2-4 April 17-19 June 19-21 September 18-20 November 20-22 TEXAS COIN SHOW at the Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine TX 76051 (4 miles NW of DFW Airport off Hwy 114, exit Main, right on Vine). Fri. 2pm-6pm, Sat. 9am-6pm, Sun. 9am-3pm. Free parking, police security, $2 admission, GOLD PRIZES! Contact: Ginger or David Pike, P.O. Box 126, Tom Bean TX 75489-0126. Email: TexasCoinShows@ aol.com August 23-24 70 Tables Amarillo GOLDEN SPREAD COIN CLUB ANNUAL COIN SHOW. Sat., Aug. 23, 9am-5pm & Sun., Aug. 24, 9am-4pm. Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan. For table information contact Doug Hershey 806-353-3355, Box 50176, Amarillo, TX 79159. August 30-31 65 Tables Fort Worth 37TH ANNUAL SUMMER COIN SHOW. Radison Hotel North, I-35W & Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth. Five miles north of downtown Fort Worth. Saturday 9-6 & Sunday 9-3. Dealer set-up at 2pm on Friday. Early Bird $25. Tables: $225. Free Parking, Free Admission. Contact: Joe or Linda Wade, 6420 Diamond Loch N., Ft. Worth, TX 76180. Phone: 817-485-1777 September 6 El Campo GOLDEN RICE BELT COIN CLUB 24TH ANNUAL COIN SHOW. Sat., Sept 6th, 9am-4pm. American Legion Hall, South of U.S. 59, El Campo, texas. Free Admission-Everyone Invited. Door Prizes Every Hour, Free Parking. US & Foreign Coins & Currency, Jewelry, Baseball Cards, Collectibles, Antiques, Arts & Crafts. On-Site Security & Refreshments. Dealer Tables : 8 - $ 60, 1 2 - $ 85 . Mail deposits for table reservations to : Johnnie Bartosh, P.O. Box 1114, El Campo, TX 77437. For more information: Steve Harris, 979-543-1230, Gerd Conner, 979-543-3493, Preston Hicks, 979- 543-5635, Johnnie Bartosh, 979-543-3600 September 12-13 36 Tables San Angelo COIN SHOW OF THE CONCHO VALLEY, sponsored by the San Angelo Coin Club, Friday, September 12, 2008, 2-6pm. Saturday, September 14, 2008, 9am-6pm. Dealer setup at 12 NOON on Friday. La Quinta Inn, 2307 Loop 306 at Knickerbocker, San Angelo. FREE admission, FREE parking, Door Prizes, and Security. Tables $100. FMI: Tom Gonzales, (325) 465- 4615 or e=mail: sacoinclub@aol.com September 13-14 Irving DALLAS COIN CLUB AND MID-CITIES COIN CLUB COIN SHOW, Sat., Sep. 13: 9-5 and Sun., Sep. 14: 9-3. Ramada Hotel at DFW Airport, 4440 W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183), Irving, TX 75062 (take Hwy 183 to Esters Rd, turn South). $2 Adults; Hourly Door Prizes. Contact: John Post: 817-992-1868, email: dmcshow@sbcglobal.net. Web address: coinshows, com September 20 Beaumont BEAUMONT COIN CLUB COIN SHOW at the Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas. Saturday 9am-5pm. Free Appraisals, Coins-Paper Money, Jewelry. Free Kids Auction 3pm. Free Parking; Drawing for Free Gold Coin. Open to Public; $1 admission for adults. Bourse Chair - Jerry Williams, PO Box 302, Beaumont, TX 77704, 1-409-385-7028 September 27 38 tables McKinney COLLIN COUNTY SEMI-ANNUAL COIN SHOW; Quality Inn (formerly Holiday Inn), 1300 N. Central Expressway, Hwy 75 North, Exit 50B, McKinney. Admission is F ree. Tables: $50 & $60. For more info contact: Gary Rollins, P.O. Box 744, McKinney, TX 75070. Telephone: 972- 978-1611; email: grollinsl@peoplepc.com. Web site: www.collincoinclub. com October 1 1 40 tables Round Rock CENTRAL TEXAS COIN SHOW; Wingate Inn, 1209 North IH-35 and Highway 79, Exit 253; Round Rock, TX 78664. Hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm. Contact Bryan Jones (512) 339-2923 or Francis Smith at fpsmith@sbcglobal. net November 8 Groves COIN & COLLECTIBLE SHOW; Sponsored by Port Arthur Coin Club. November 8th, 2008, 9am-5pm. Masonic Lodge, 5901 39th St. (off Hwy 73), Groves, Texas. Free Appraisals, coins, paper money, bullion, jewelry, sports cards and more. Free parking, refreshments. Free coin drawing every hour. $1 admission for adults. Contact: Bourse Chairman, Jerry Williams, P.O. Box 1593, Silsbee, TX 77656, 409-385-7028 November 8-9 50 Tables Fort Worth FORT WORTH COIN CLUB FALL COIN SHOW at Lockheed Martin Recreation Center, 3400 S. Bryant Irvin Rd., Ft. Worth 76109. 2.6 miles south of 1-30 or 1.3 miles north of 1-20. Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Free parking, hourly $10 gift certificate drawing, adult admission $3., in-room snack bar. Dealer set-up: Fri. Nov7, Noon-6pm; 8’ tables-$225. Early bird $25 during dealer set-up. Bourse chair: Ron Surprenant 817-232-0400; email: ron38@ charter.net December 5-7 250+Tables Houston THE 52ND MONEY SHOW OF THE SOUTHWEST™ A project of the Greater Houston Coin Club. At the George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston 77010. Hours: Friday & Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sunday - 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lots of parking, police security, family events, free youth “Treasure Chest Grab” & “Put a Penny in a Slot” programs, free state quarter to the first 1,000 children, competitive exhibits, major promotional exhibits and educational programs. A major auction by Heritage Galleries. All the popular dealers, and grading services, with on sight grading. Fri. & Sat. admission $2.00 for adults, children free, Sun. free for everyone! See www.houstoncoinshow.org. for more details: Carl Schwenker, Box 73604, Houston, TX 77273. Phone 281-586-9727; fax 281-583-7309; texascoins@comcast.net December 13-14 50 Tables Fort Worth COWTOWN CHRISTMAS COIN SHOW at Lockheed Martin Recreation Center, 3400 S. Bryant Irvin Rd., Ft. Worth 76109. 2.6 miles south of 1-30 or 1.3 miles north of 1-20. Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Free parking, hourly $10 gift certificate drawing, adult admission $3, in-room snack bar. Dealer set-up: Fri. Dec 14, Noon-6pm; 8’ tables-$225. Early bird $25 during dealer set-up. Bourse chair: Gary Andrews, 2901 Flat Rock Rd., Azle, TX 76020-1837; 817-444-4813; email: apctexas@aol.com January 24-25 50 Tables Fort Worth COWTOWN WINTER SHOW at Lockheed Martin Recreation Center, 3400 S. Bryant Irvin Rd., Ft. Worth 76109. 2.6 miles south of 1-30 or 1.3 miles north of 1-20. Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Free parking, hourly $10 gift certificate drawing, adult admission $3, in-room snack bar. Dealer set-up: Fri. Jan. 23, Noon-6pm; 8’ tables-$225. Early bird $25 during dealer set-up. Bourse chair: Gary Andrews, 2901 Flat Rock Rd., Azle, TX 76020-1837; 817-444- 4813; email: apctexas@aol.com February 28 35 Tables San Antonio SAN ANTONIO COIN SHOW SPONSORED BY GATEWAY COIN CLUB, INC. , Live Oak Civic Center, 8101 Pat Booker Rd. at Loop 1604, just off IH 35 N, 9:00 AM-4: 00 PM, FREE admission and FREE Parking, Door Prizes, Police Security. Tables $100. Map at www.gatewaycoinclub. com Contact Ray Tate P.O. Box 12964, San Antonio, TX 78212-0964, (210) 271-3429, e-Mail retate@msn.com March 7-8 50 Tables Fort Worth FORT WORTH COIN CLUB Spring COIN SHOW at Lockheed Martin Recreation Center, 3400 S. Bryant Irvin Rd., Ft. Worth 76109. 2.6 miles south of 1-30 or 1.3 miles north of 1-20. Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Free parking, hourly $10 gift certificate drawing, adult admission $3., in-room snack bar. Dealer set-up: Fri. March 6, Noon-6pm; 8’ tables-$225. Early bird $25 during dealer set-up. Bourse chair: Bill Yates; 682-429-6726; email: wyates9399@aol.com May 30 35 Tables San Antonio SAN ANTONIO COIN SHOW SPONSORED BY GATEWAY COIN CLUB, INC. , Live Oak Civic Center, 8101 Pat Booker Rd. at Loop 1604, just off IH 35 N, 9:00 AM-4: 00 PM, FREE admission and FREE Parking, Door Prizes, Police Security. Tables $100. Map at www.gatewaycoinclub. com Contact Ray Tate P.O. Box 12964, San Antonio, TX 78212-0964, (210) 271-3429, e-Mail retate@msn.com July 11-12 50 Tables Fort Worth COWTOWN SUMMER SHOW at Lockheed Martin Recreation Center, 3400 S. Bryant Irvin Rd., Ft. Worth 76109. 2.6 miles south of 1-30 or 1.3 miles north of 1-20. Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Free parking, adult admission $3, in- room snackbar. Dealer set-up: Fri. July 10, Noon-6pm; 8 5 tables-$225. Early bird $25 during dealer set-up. Bourse chair: Bill Yates; 682-429-6726; email: wyates9399@aol.com. 24 TNA News - Vol. XLXX No. 4 ©alias JRai e Coins, itb. 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