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Release of Index CartoPhilatelica Second Edition

cover of Index CartoPhilatelica Second Edition Index CartoPhilatelica Editor Brian Marshall of New Zealand has been hard at work preparing the new edition of this important cartophilatelic resource.

Released on October 1, 2026, the second edition of Index CartoPhilatelica is arranged in two parts. The first part is a subject index. The second, the author index, is arranged alphabetically by the name of the author, and under each name the entries are arranged chronologically. Over the years more than 280 individuals have made written contributions to the Society’s journals.

A new feature of the second edition is the addition of subject index active cross-reference links for all “see” and “see also” entries. Move the mouse over those lines and you will see the link become active. Press the link and you should “jump” to the respective page that contains the subject heading.

The second edition of Index CartoPhilatelica contains indexed content from all of the the issues of the Carto-Philatelist (1955-03 through 1995-12) and issues of The New CartoPhilatelist (2003-03 through 2025-10 [No. 91]).

This second edition of Index CartoPhilatelica is dedicated to the memory of David Wolfersberger, who edited our journal from January 2021 until 2025. David maintained a very high and meticulous standard throughout the term of his editorship.

Visit the Index CartoPhilatelica page to download your copy of this essential and expanded resource!

2026 MoS Checklist Update1 Ready for Download

Checklist Editor Mark Honig has finalized the first 2026 update of the MoS Checklist (January 2026 to June 2026). This new update, along with previous updates, are always available as Microsoft Excel files to download from the “Checklist Updates” section on the MoS Checklist page.

Donation to ATA recognizes the cartophilatelic contributions of David Wolfersberger

Jeffrey Hayward (ATA President) & Phil Coop (CPS Treasurer),
Boston World Stamp Show 2026 (May 25, 2026).

At the Boston World Stamp Show 2026 the CartoPhilatelic Society (CPS) presented a donation to the American Topical Society (ATA) in recognition of the many contributions that David Wolfersberger made to the CPS and to the broader field of carto-philately. The donation of $US5000 from individual CPS Members in memory of David was presented to ATA President Jeffery Hayward by CPS Treasurer Phil Coop on May 25, 2026. CPS Vice-President Lynn Vernon, who arranged for the donation, also attended the show.

David was earlier recognized by the ATA with their highest award as Distinguished Topical Philatelist of 2022.

Membership dues – a big thank you from the CPS

The Treasurer and Officers of the CartoPhilatelic Society (CPS) wish to extend a “big thank you” to all of the members that have continued to show their dedicated support and generosity of donations over the past year. If you have not yet renewed your membership we hope you will continue to want to be a part of the CPS. If you have any questions or require assistance please do not hesitate to contact the Officers. Thank you again for your support. – The Officers of the CartoPhilatelic Society

2025 MoS Checklist Update 3 Ready for Download

Checklist Editor Mark Honig has finalized the third and final 2025 update of the MoS Checklist (June 2025 to December 2025). This new update, along with previous updates, are always available as Microsoft Excel files to download from the “Checklist Updates” section on the MoS Checklist page.

Closed Album: David Wolfersberger

Closed Album: David Wolfersbergerr It is with profound sadness that we report the sudden death of Mr. David Wolfersberger on October 24, 2025.

David was responsible, together with the late Alf Jordan, Lilian Kent and Bill Critzer, in reviving the CartoPhiltelic Society from its hibernation between 1995 and 2003.

Since then, David became a pillar of the CartoPhilatelic Society (CPS), serving as President, Vice-President, and Editor of The New CartoPhilatelist, the Society’s quarterly journal.

He was instrumental in maintaining the Maps on Stamps (MoS) Checklist through the Society’s hibernation. Acting as Checklist Editor from 2003 until his death, David meticulously researched and oversaw its expansion to nearly 42,000 entries.

David was a lifelong philatelist and was honored by the American Topical Association (ATA) as its 2022 Distinguished Topical Philatelist. His philatelic interests were wide and varied, and his dedication to a number of philatelic societies and study units was tireless. In recent years David served as acting editor of Enophilatelica (Wine on Stamps) and The Philatelic Gourmet (Gastronomy Stamps), as well as The New CartoPhilatelist.

David shared an exuberance for carto-philately and our members will fondly remember their interactions with David for many years to come.

Our deepest sympathies are with David’s wife Kathleen and his family at this time of loss. A public notice has been published, and an additional notice will appear in the next issue of The New CartoPhilatelist.

Reminder for Members

A one year term of membership for the CartoPhilatelic Society runs April 1 through
March 31. Unless you have pre-paid for multiple years, or already renewed you dues, your membership has expired at the end of March 2026

If you have not yet renewed, please continue to support the Society and renew your dues for the April 2026 through March 2027 term as soon as possible.

A big "Thank You!" to all those members who have recently renewed their membership! The CPS appreciates your continued support and donations.

Visit our Membership page for information.

Release of Index CartoPhilatelica Second Edition

2026 MoS Checklist Update1 Ready for Download

Donation to ATA recognizes the cartophilatelic contributions of David Wolfersberger

Membership dues – a big thank you from the CPS

2025 MoS Checklist Update 3 Ready for Download

Closed Album: David Wolfersberger

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