Germany & Colonies Philatelic Society
The year 2014 marked the 50th anniversary of the first year of operation of the Germany & Colonies Philatelic Society following the amalgamation of the Germany & Colonies Stamp Club (established 1947) and the Stockton German Study Group (1960).

The G&CPS celebrated its inaugural year in 1964 with the first Germania Posta philatelic exhibition held in Stockton.

Title: Frei durch ablosung
Posted By: Alec (alecndiane@ntlworld.com)
Posted On: 09/04/2011 at 21:52:59
Message: Peter, From memory and I think at one time the old Michel catalogues from the 1980's stated something like, The historical reason was that the Prussian administration wanted to know how much their offices spent on postage. Until 1903, some fictious amount was transferred internally, and the Reichspost disputed the sum in question, feeling they were cheated out of money. Possibly something can be found in the GPS Library? If I find the notes I once had again I'll let you know. Best wishes, Alec.
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Frei durch ablosung Peter Chadwick 27/03/2011 11:43:53
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