Card Collectors Bulletin Feb 1961

[Leon]

Old hobby stuff.....enjoy





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[Leon]

I found this interesting and maybe (probably) it is why some "irregular" shaped sets are not as popular as other "regular" shaped cards. This statement in the Bulletin was in reference to size being an influencing factor in the popularity of postcards.. It pertains to our cards too, I believe...(and this coming from someone who loves oddball stuff)

“Therefore I believe that the basic reason for the popularity of any type of card collection is the fact that all cards of any one set are the same size. this (sic) seems to appeal to our inherent desire for universal law and order in an otherwise tumultuous world.” – Charles “Buck” Barker


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[vthobby]

Leon,

Good stuff here. He was an early form of Ebay when he reminds folks to send him their cards and he will list them for a 15% commission upon sale of the card. Pretty good practice as he controlled everything that was listed (and had first crack at it also!)

I love these older hobby pubs.

Peace, Mike