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Emily Bissell Stamp Commemorates Tuberculosis Crusader
The 15 cent Emily Bissell stamp honors the Wilmington Delaware reformer who helped launch Christmas Seals to fight tuberculosis. Born 1861 in Wilmington, she designed the first seal and aided child labor reforms. the stamp features her portrait and the red cross symbol. Orders and first day cancellations are offered through USPS and Wilmington post offices with June 15 postmark deadlines.
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Emily Bissell
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