Wayne Homren

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This week we open with a post-sale report from literature dealer Charlie Davis, followed by four new books, one review and some new queries from researchers.

Other topics include Marjorie Hendershott, John G. Mills, the King of Siam set, books on the U.S. Labor Exchange movement, and word that the Olympic Committee has squashed the making and sale of medals stuck from cancelled U.S. coin dies.

To learn more about Dave Bowers' new book, the Story of Money cards, currency on pins and needles, John Bolen's Brazil nut carving, a Fenian Brotherhood token, and the Marine Presidential Helicopter Squadron challenge coin, read on. Have a great week, everyone!

Wayne Homren
Editor, The E-Sylum