Rensselaer Journal, Volume 12, Number 34, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 29 January 1903 — New Stamps. [ARTICLE]

New Stamps.

A new series of postage stamps—the 2 and 8-cent denominations —have appeared. The 2-cent stamp is a trifle lighter shade of red than the old and bears a three quarter view portrait of Washington. On each side of the medallion is a furled American flag. Od the bottom is the name “Washington” and directly underneath is the dates of his birth and death. The new design is more elaborate than the old and the effect is correspondingly pleasing. On the old 2 cent stamp the portrait of Washington was a profile view. The new 8-cent stamp bears the portrait of Martha Washington,{instead of General Sherman, and is printed in a steel gray color. The workmanship is exceedingly good.