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Viewing catalog entries 131 through 140 of your historical ledger database.

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02/14/2026

Pony Express Mail (Valentine Station) - Hartville, WY

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Where Mining Grit Meets the Spirit of the West

Established in 1884, Hartville holds the distinction of being Wyoming’s oldest incorporated town. Nestled in the Hartville Uplift, it roared to life as a rugged mining camp after copper was discovered in Eureka Canyon. While neighboring Sunrise was a “company town,” Hartville was the wilder heart of the region, bustling with saloons and an opera house.

This 2026 Valentine Station cachet honors this grit and grace. It celebrates the legacy of the Pony Express, which once galloped through nearby Fort Laramie, carrying vital connections across the frontier. Today, this spirit is kept alive through the annual Valentine’s Day re-ride, a tradition started in 1996 to preserve the local post office. By blending industrial mining roots with the timeless message of the “Spirit of the West,” Hartville continues to deliver love across Wyoming.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features an ornate, Western-style vintage emblem framing an illustration of a Pony Express rider on a galloping horse, delivering mail through a desert landscape beneath a rising sun. The inner banner reads “PONY EXPRESS MAIL / DELIVERING LOVE IN WYOMING”. The elaborate outer border is decorated with red roses, hearts, arrows, and sealed love letters, topped by a large banner reading “VALENTINE STATION / HARTVILLE, WY / FEB 14, 2026”. The right side displays a “Proud to be Platte County, WY” badge, a “Pony Express National Historic Trail” logo, and a grey Wyoming state map silhouette marking Hartville with a red star.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A red ink pictorial cancel from Hartville, Wyoming (ZIP code 82215) dated February 14, 2026. The cancel features a rustic hand-drawn box reading “Hartville Wyo. 82215” adjacent to a large heart containing a horseshoe symbol, flanked by a “U” and a “S” adorned with smaller hearts, over a ribbon reading “Valentine Station”.
  • Franking: Features a standard USPS U.S. Flag “Forever” stamp with wavy cancellation lines extending from the pictorial postmark.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/14/2026

The Mining Lantern of Eureka Canyon (Valentine Station) - Hartville, WY

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The Mining Lantern of Eureka Canyon

This design pays homage to Hartville’s dual legacy as a rugged iron-ore hub and Wyoming’s romantic "Valentine’s Day Capital." It bridges the town’s industrial roots with its heartfelt present, featuring an antique brass mining lantern that glows with a vivid red heart instead of a traditional flame.

The warm light spills over the snowy landscape of Eureka Canyon, where the silhouetted birds flying in a "V" formation serve as a tribute to local artist Gertrude. Her hand-drawn cachets first transformed Hartville into a destination for lovers and collectors alike. Set against the serene twilight of a Wyoming winter, this 2026 edition celebrates the enduring warmth of connection found within the canyon’s historic, weathered stone walls.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a hand-colored illustration of an antique brass mining lantern hanging from a snow-dusted wooden post. The lantern glows with a prominent red heart inside the glass chamber, casting a warm light over a snowy canyon landscape with a small log cabin. A flock of birds flies in a distinct "V" formation through the twilight sky. The arched text at the top reads "VALENTINE STATION", while the bottom reads "HARTVILLE, WY / February 14, 2026". The right side displays a "Proud to be Platte County, WY" shield logo, a "Wyoming’s Platte Co." landscape logo, and a grey Wyoming state map silhouette marking Hartville with a red star.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A red ink pictorial cancel from Hartville, Wyoming (ZIP code 82215) dated February 14, 2026. The cancel features a rustic hand-drawn box reading "Hartville Wyo. 82215" adjacent to a large heart containing a horseshoe symbol, flanked by a "U" and a "S" adorned with smaller hearts, over a ribbon reading "Valentine Station".
  • Franking: Features a standard USPS U.S. Flag "Forever" stamp with wavy cancellation lines extending from the pictorial postmark.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/14/2026

Cupid's View from the Summit (Valentine's Day Station) - Hadley, MA

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Cupid’s View from the Summit

From the majestic Summit House atop Mount Holyoke, Skinner State Park offers an unparalleled vista—the renowned “Oxbow” of the Connecticut River. This breathtaking landscape, a testament to nature’s artistry, forms the heart of our design. Here, where scenic beauty meets timeless romance, a Golden Hawk, emblem of Hadley’s Hopkins Academy, soars through the sky. With an elegant sweep, it carries a sealed red envelope, becoming Cupid’s messenger for this special Valentine’s Day.

This imagery celebrates Hadley’s stunning natural heritage and the enduring tradition of sending heartfelt messages. “Greetings from Hadley,” indeed, as this design captures the serene splendor of our town, delivering sentiments of love from one of its most iconic viewpoints.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features an ornate, vintage-style heart frame surrounding a scenic overlook illustration of the Connecticut River Oxbow from Mount Holyoke. Soaring prominently across the center is a majestic Golden Hawk carrying a red envelope sealed with a heart in its talons. The left border of the heart reads “February 14, 2026” in a cursive script, while the baseline text reads “Greetings from Hadley” in red calligraphy. A grey Massachusetts state map silhouette marking Hadley with a red star sits in the bottom right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A vibrant pinkish-red ink pictorial cancel from Hadley, Massachusetts (ZIP code 01035) dated February 14, 2026. The cancel features an ornate frame depicting a cozy house, a roadside mailbox stuffed with love letters, floating hearts with a Cupid silhouette, and a pair of hands holding a letter at the bottom, reading “Valentine’s Day Station • Hadley, MA 01035”.
  • Franking: Features a USPS Love stamp from the “Two Birds” series, displaying a stylized design of a dark blue bird holding a flower and a red bird facing each other.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/14/2026

The Heart of the Common (Valentine's Day Station) - Hadley, MA

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The Heart of the Common

Hadley, Massachusetts, a town rich in history, boasts a heart that has pulsed with community spirit since 1659: its iconic Town Common. This verdant expanse has witnessed centuries of change, growth, and enduring connection. Dominating its landscape are architectural treasures like the stately First Congregational Church, a beacon since 1808, and the distinguished Hadley Town Hall, standing proudly since 1841.

These structures, silent guardians of the town’s past, are brought to life in this design with a whimsical flurry of delicate paper lace hearts—a nod to Esther Howland, the “Mother of the American Valentine,” from nearby Worcester. This imagery beautifully intertwines Hadley’s deep historical roots with the timeless message of love, celebrating the common ground where community and affection have blossomed for generations.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a detailed architectural illustration of two historic buildings from the Hadley Town Common: the First Congregational Church on the left and the Hadley Town Hall on the right. The structures are surrounded by a floating flurry of cream-colored paper lace hearts, paying homage to Esther Howland’s vintage valentine style. The bold text underneath reads “VALENTINE’S DAY STATION • FEBRUARY 14, 2026 • HADLEY, MA. 01035”. A grey Massachusetts state map silhouette marking Hadley with a red star sits in the bottom right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A vibrant pinkish-red ink pictorial cancel from Hadley, Massachusetts (ZIP code 01035) dated February 14, 2026. The cancel features an ornate frame depicting a cozy house, a roadside mailbox stuffed with love letters, floating hearts with a Cupid silhouette, and a pair of hands holding a letter at the bottom, reading “Valentine’s Day Station • Hadley, MA 01035”.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Two Birds” Love stamp, displaying a stylized design of a blue bird and a white bird facing each other against a warm orange-red backdrop.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/06/2026

McKinley Stamp Club 95th Anniversary Bourse - Canton, OH

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Celebrating 95 Years of Philately & Industry

Organized in the early 20th century, the McKinley Stamp Club has served Stark County collectors for nearly a century, naming itself in honor of Canton’s own 25th President, William McKinley.

Our 2026 Bourse and Exhibition is proudly hosted in North Canton, Ohio - a city with a “sweeping” history. Originally known as New Berlin, the town changed its name in 1918 during WWI. It was here in 1908 that W.H. “Boss” Hoover began manufacturing the first upright vacuum cleaners. The Hoover Company eventually became so successful that its massive volume of outgoing mail and advertising directly necessitated the expansion of the North Canton Post Office. Today, we celebrate the 95th anniversary of our annual show, continuing the tradition of preserving history, one stamp at a time.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a solid red silhouette map of the state of Ohio overlaid with a large, textured number “95” filled with miniature vintage stamp script imagery. A blue star with flowing blue cancel lines accents the right side of the number. The top text reads “95th Annual Bourse and Exhibition” and “McKinley Stamp Club of Canton”. Beneath the map icon sits a row of five miniature vintage postage stamps, including historical presidential and national park motifs. The venue details “St. George Serbian Orthodox Social Hall / North Canton, Ohio / February 6-7, 2026” are printed below. A red Hoover emblem and an additional regional map marker accent the bottom right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A circular ink pictorial cancel from North Canton, Ohio (ZIP code 44720) dated February 6, 2026. The cancel reads “McKinley Exhibition Station” along the upper curve and “North Canton, OH 44720” along the baseline, encircling a stylized American Flag design.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Chile Relleno” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing a stuffed green pepper served in a traditional red and blue dish.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/06/2026

McKinley Stamp Club 95th Annual Exhibition - North Canton, OH

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Celebrating 95 Years of Philately & Industry

Organized in the early 20th century, the McKinley Stamp Club has served Stark County collectors for nearly a century, naming itself in honor of Canton’s own 25th President, William McKinley.

Our 2026 Bourse and Exhibition is proudly hosted in North Canton, Ohio - a city with a “sweeping” history. Originally known as New Berlin, the town changed its name in 1918 during WWI. It was here in 1908 that W.H. “Boss” Hoover began manufacturing the first upright vacuum cleaners. The Hoover Company eventually became so successful that its massive volume of outgoing mail and advertising directly necessitated the expansion of the North Canton Post Office. Today, we celebrate the 95th anniversary of our annual show, continuing the tradition of preserving history, one stamp at a time.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a large rectangular border framing a detailed illustration of the William McKinley Presidential Monument dome. In front of the monument rests an open stamp album showing an array of vintage postage stamps, including a prominent 7-cent stamp bearing William McKinley’s portrait. A ribbon banner across the bottom reads “95th ANNUAL EXHIBITION & BOURSE”, with vertical side text reading “McKINLEY STAMP CLUB” and “February 6-7, 2026 | North Canton, OH”. The lower right corner includes a red vintage Hoover company logo alongside an Ohio state map outline pinpointing North Canton.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A circular ink pictorial cancel from North Canton, Ohio (ZIP code 44720) dated February 6, 2026. The cancel reads “McKinley Exhibition Station” along the top rim and “North Canton, OH 44720” along the bottom, framing a central American Flag graphic above the date.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Sancocho” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing a vibrant traditional stew inside a red pot.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/01/2026

The Peach Blossom Express (Romeo Michigan Station) - Romeo, MI

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A Tradition of Romance

For over three decades, the Village of Romeo, Michigan, has transformed from a quiet historic town into a global destination for the “star-crossed” and the romantic. While the village was officially incorporated in 1838 and earned fame for its Victorian architecture and sprawling peach orchards, it was in 1994 that the Romeo Post Office first offered a special pictorial cancellation, allowing sweethearts to have their Valentine’s Day mail stamped with a unique “Romeo, MI” mark.

On this day, February 1, 2026, we continue this legacy. The Romeo Michigan Station remains a beacon for those who believe that in a digital world, there is still no substitute for a handwritten letter, a physical stamp, and a postmark from a town that wears its heart on its sleeve. This envelope serves as a keepsake of that enduring sentiment: that love, much like a well-traveled letter, finds its way home.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a vintage pickup truck overflowing with love letters, framed inside a large, detailed heart composed entirely of flowering peach branches, blossoms, and ripe peaches—a direct nod to Romeo’s famous peach orchards. The text “VALENTINE’S DAY 2026” sits to the left of the heart, while the baseline text arches beneath reading “ROMEO MICHIGAN STATION — ROMEO, MI — FEBRUARY 1st”. A separate grey Michigan state map silhouette marking Romeo with a red star rests in the lower right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A black ink pictorial cancel from Romeo, Michigan dated February 1, 2026. The cancel showcases an arched alcove framing the iconic Shakespearean lovers Romeo and Juliette gazing at one another, right next to a large heart postmark containing the text “Romeo, Michigan • February 1, 2026 • 48065 Station” with the tagline “Celebrating Love on Valentines Day” positioned below.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Empanadas” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing traditional pastries arranged on a blue plate.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/01/2026

Celebrating Love on Valentine's Day - Romeo, MI

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A Tradition of Romance

For over three decades, the Village of Romeo, Michigan, has transformed from a quiet historic town into a global destination for the “star-crossed” and the romantic. While the village was officially incorporated in 1838 and earned fame for its Victorian architecture and sprawling peach orchards, it was in 1994 that the Romeo Post Office first offered a special pictorial cancellation, allowing sweethearts to have their Valentine’s Day mail stamped with a unique “Romeo, MI” mark.

On this day, February 1, 2026, we continue this legacy. The Romeo Michigan Station remains a beacon for those who believe that in a digital world, there is still no substitute for a handwritten letter, a physical stamp, and a postmark from a town that wears its heart on its sleeve. This envelope serves as a keepsake of that enduring sentiment: that love, much like a well-traveled letter, finds its way home.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a circular vignette displaying two interlocking hearts containing state map outlines: a red heart on the left outlining Michigan with a star marking “Romeo”, and a light blue heart on the right outlining Georgia with a star marking “Juliette”. Above the hearts, a white dove in flight carries a letter sealed with a red heart along a dotted flight path. The circular border features the red inscription “Celebrating Love on Valentine’s Day” at the top and the black baseline text “Romeo Michigan Station | Feb 1, 2026 | Romeo, MI”. A separate grey Michigan state map silhouette marking Romeo with a red star rests in the lower right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A black ink pictorial cancel from Romeo, Michigan dated February 1, 2026. The cancel showcases an arched alcove framing the iconic Shakespearean lovers Romeo and Juliette gazing at one another, right next to a large heart postmark containing the text “Romeo, Michigan • February 1, 2026 • 48065 Station” with the tagline “Celebrating Love on Valentines Day” positioned below.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Ceviche” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing a colorful traditional seafood dish in a light blue bowl.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/01/2026

Honoring the Legacy of Barefoot Mailman - Miami, FL

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Walking the Silver Sands

This cachet commemorates the Boy Scouts of America – South Florida Council’s 61st Annual Barefoot Mailman Hike, a challenging 35-mile trek along historic trails. The image depicts modern scouts embodying the spirit of the original ‘Barefoot Mailmen’ who, from 1885-1892, bravely carried mail between Palm Beach and Miami. This arduous journey, often undertaken on foot along the beaches, was fraught with peril, including the mysterious disappearance of Carrier James Hamilton in 1887. Today, scouts honor this legacy by being self-sufficient, carrying their own provisions, and experiencing a piece of Florida’s pioneering postal history. This hike celebrates perseverance, adventure, and the enduring spirit of the Barefoot Mailmen.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a circular vignette showing a group of modern Boy Scouts with heavy backpacks hiking along an ocean shoreline during a vivid sunset. An old wooden boat sits resting on the sand to the left. The cream-colored border contains two Boy Scouts of America logos and the inscriptions “Honoring the Legacy of Barefoot Mailman” and “61st Annual Hike - Perseverance and Adventure”. A grey Florida state map silhouette marking Miami is positioned in the lower right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A black ink pictorial cancel from Miami, Florida (ZIP code 33152) dated February 1, 2026. The cancel reads “Barefoot Mailman Station” accompanied by a silhouette of two palm trees on the left, a Florida state outline on the right, footprints in the center, and the destinations “POMPANO BEACH” and “MIAMI BEACH”.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Empanadas” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing traditional pastries arranged on a blue plate.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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02/01/2026

Barefoot Mailman Station - Miami, FL

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The Legend of the Barefoot Route

From 1885 to 1892, before the arrival of the railroad or paved roads, the U.S. Mail was carried between Palm Beach and Miami by “beach-walkists.” These carriers traveled a 68-mile wilderness route, walking the firm, wet sand at the water’s edge to avoid the soft dunes and tropical brush. The most famous of these men, James “Ed” Hamilton, vanished at the Hillsboro Inlet in 1887, presumably lost while attempting to swim the inlet to retrieve his boat. This cover commemorates the 61st Annual Historical Hike on February 1, 2026, honoring the pioneers who ensured the mail went through, one step at a time.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Set inside a rectangular braided rope border, the hand-colored illustration depicts a mail carrier from behind, walking barefoot along a sandy ocean beach with his mail satchel slung over his shoulder. He walks toward a distant lighthouse, leaving footprints in the wet sand. The text arches across the top reading “BAREFOOT MAILMAN STATION” flanked by the years “1885” and “1892”, with the baseline reading “Commemorating the Route of James ‘Ed’ Hamilton”. A grey Florida state map silhouette marking Miami sits in the lower right corner.
  • Pictorial Postmark: A black ink pictorial cancel from Miami, Florida (ZIP code 33152) dated February 1, 2026. The cancel reads “Barefoot Mailman Station” accompanied by a silhouette of two palm trees on the left, a Florida state outline on the right, footprints in the center, and the destinations “POMPANO BEACH” and “MIAMI BEACH”.
  • Franking: Features a USPS “Sancocho” Forever stamp from the Heritage Bowls series, showcasing a vibrant, colorful traditional stew in a red pot.
  • Production Credits: Cachet designed with the assistance of Gemini 2.5 Flash Image / Nano Banana and digitally edited using paint.net. Part of the Cachets for Pictorial Postmarks series by TSL (Bayamón, PR).

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