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Dehradun November 2022 Vol. XV
Issue No. 179
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Date of Issue : 25 October 2022
Editorial….
Dear Reader,
I am pleased to release November 2022
issue of Rainbow Stamp News. India Post has released the brochure of the forthcoming national philatelic exhibition
AMRITPEX 2023 . It is a matter of pleasure that India Post has announced to honour
renowned philatelists who have won higher awards at national and International
philatelic exhibitions and have also worked for the promotion of philately.
This is a big step by India Post. To honour a philatelist is to promote the
hobby of philately in some way. A common man comes to know about this
educational hobby and its importance. It is high time to take such steps as
philately is at the edge of the dying stage. The new generation does not know about
stamps as the use of stamps in daily mail has almost gone and has been replaced
by email and electronic text messages. Young collectors and philatelists are
not coming up. If it is not revived it will vanish in a few years. During the
exhibition, only a certain group of philatelists seem to be active. The same
name could be seen in the list of participants. If philately and philatelists
both are given recognition, the hobby reaches the common man. So it is a very
good initiative by India Post towards the promotion of philately.
Finally I am happy to share that Rainbow Stamp News got Silver Medal at Cape Town 2022 International Stamp Exhibition which is being held in Cape Town, South Africa from 8-12 November2022 . Many thanks to all its Readers and Contributors for their appreciation and valuable contribution !
This is all for this month. More in the next issue.
Happy
Collecting!
Contents
§ Editorial
§ From the Desk of
Naresh Agrawal
§ Recent Indian
Issues
§ In
The News
§ Thematic Watch
§ Book
Review
§ Specialized Section
§ Beginners’
Section
§ New Issues from
Other Countries
§ Philatelic Clubs
and Society
§ Blogs &
Websites on Philately
§ Current
Philatelic Magazines & Newsletters
AMRITPEX 2023 is knocking
and we all are waiting for the release of prospectus to know the eligibility
criterion and the competitive classes in which the exhibits could be placed.
Being an official exhibition of India Post (DOP) and proposed to be held in the heart of
India i.e. Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
which has already hosted various
International and World exhibitions in its majestic halls; we look forward to a
great show. As the show is being held to
celebrate the AMRIT MAHOTASAV of India’s independence, we expect good exhibits
in accordance with the themes reflected
in the information brochure released by organizers to give a general view and information about the exhibition covering the
following:
1. AZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV AND NEW INDIA : To bring alive stories
of unsung heroes and freedom fighters 2. YOUTH POWER (YUVA SHAKTI) : To shape
India’s destiny through harnessing our Yuva Shakti
3. WOMEN POWER (NARI SHAKTI) ACHIEVEMENTS@75 To highlight our
progress in the last 75 years
4. NATURE AND WILDLIFE : To celebrate India’s rich reserve of nature
and wildlife
5. CULTURE AND HISTORY
: To celebrate India’s unity in
diversity
Well, this brochure confused all the philatelists who want to
participate in the competitive section of the exhibition. Therefore, the prospectus
is eagerly awaited. Because the time left is very short, the eligible participants
will find it hard to modify and improve their exhibits. Further, preparing
exhibits on the above subjects will be very difficult for most of the
philatelists because of the short time given, and also this will discourage many.
Well, while I wish this exhibition a great success in terms of
philately as well as a great celebration of India’s 75 years of independence
by nice displays of the above-narrated themes; I look forward
to the participation of the exhibitors in other classes too.
A few of my friends discussed the present Jury appointment,
monitoring, and appraisal system being followed by PCI because in the last few years
the competence of the jury appointed at National and State Level Exhibitions
has been regularly questioned.
I have carefully gone through the Jury Guidelines, Instructions,
Protocol, etc. mentioned on the PCI website which apparently looks very good and
appropriate but whether the same is being followed religiously is a big
question. Whether the monitoring is done strictly or not, whether the appraisal is done
properly and honestly or not & above all whether the guidelines and
instructions are being followed honestly or not is a question, answers of which
are to be found out by Hon. Secretary General of PCI very carefully. Proper training
is very essential for the jury which must comprise proper academics/classroom
lectures apart from practical on-frame training. As the introduction of new classes
in philately demands high-level expertise/specialization in a particular class
by the jury. For example, Postal Historian will find it very difficult to judge
Thematic exhibits as Thematic itself has become very advance and specialized.
Seminars, conferences, and brainstorming sessions do help but regular classroom /
online classroom training is very essential. One must appreciate the fact that
subject knowledge along with philatelic knowledge is a prerequisite for the judgment
of any philatelic exhibit.
My contention by taking up this issue for this exhibition is not to
condemn the working of PCI accredited or trainee jury but to help PCI to have a quality jury in its panel and further to suggest that PCI appoint a sufficient
number of juries for each class to help better judgment and so to give better
satisfaction to the participants. After all, this is an official exhibition of
DOP, funds will not be a problem, and adjudicating in this exhibition will be an
honor for the jury appointed.
May I suggest there should be a minimum of two observers too who will
observe the functioning, and activities of the jury and also give their report
on the exhibition apart from the jury function? The observer may be a person who may
not be on the panel of the jury but a senior philatelist having sufficient exposure to
visiting and participation in exhibitions.
While I understand the jury’s work is very hard and thankless but at
the same time, I would like to reiterate one general statement that a good jury
not only gives satisfaction to participants but helps in a big way in the promotion
of philately.
Well, finally I would wish this exhibition to be e great success
both in terms of philately and celebration. And also look forward to some new
innovative methods of the judgment of exhibits of all classes. Let technology be a big part of exhibiting
and judgment of exhibits.
: Naresh Agrawal : email : nareshkumar1992@yahoo.co.in Whatsapp : 9425530514
Recent Indian
Issues
1
September 2022 : 2nd International Tiger Forum – Rs 5
12
October 2022 : Golden Jubilee of PIN Code – Rs 5
18
October 2022 : 90th General Assembly of INTERPOL
26
October 2022 : 150th Birth Anniversary of Vijay Vallabh Surishwer –
Rs 5
3
November 2022 : Assam Medical College – Rs 5
New Special Covers
National
Unity Day : 31 October 2022 : Mumbai
The Unsung Heroes of Odisha : 13 October 2022 :
Bhubaneshwar
Tribute to
Saheed Jayi Rajaguru, the First Freedom fighter of Odisha
Jayakrushna Rajaguru Mohapatra (29 October 1739 – 6 December 1806) popularly known as Jayi Rajaguru was a prominent figure of the Indian independence movement in the state of Odisha. A princely priest by profession at the court of the Khurda kingdom, Rajaguru revolted against the British East India Company in the province
Ambemohar Rice : Pune : 11
October 2022
Purandar Fig : Pune : 11
October 2022
Tomato : Pune : 11 October 2022
New Postal Stationery
Diwali Greeting Cards
New Pictorial Cancellations
Shubh Deepawali
Nagpur : 22
October 2022
Permanent Cancellation
Lonar Lake ,Lonar 443382
In the
News
AMRITPEX 2023 Brochure released..
Cape
Town 2022 International Stamp Exhibition
Mr. Shakil Ahmed is Indian National Commissioner for the Cape Town 2022. Exhibition Classes: Traditional, Postal History, Aerophilately, Postal Stationery, Revenue, Thematic, Open, Modern Philately, One Frame, Philatelic Literature and Picture Postcards only)
Shakil Ahmed : Email: ahmedshakil99@gmail.com : (M)
+91-9437225760 / +91-7008025663
Visit : https://capetown2022.org/
Heartiest Congratulations
to all Winners at Cape Town 2022
Silver Medal to
Rainbow Stamp News
GOLD MEDAL
Madhukar Deogawanka, Indian Stamp Booklets
LARGE VERMEIL MEDAL
Lallan Singh, Hows & Whys of Birds
VERMEIL MEDAL
Meera Biswal, Pre Independence Postage Stamps
Ilyas Patel, The Story of Building Bridges
LARGE SILVER MEDAL
Sushil Mehra, Jai Hind
SILVER MEDAL
Sushil Mehra, Guide to Permanent Pictorial
Cancellations
Jeevan Jyoti, Rainbow Stamp News
BRONZE MEDAL
Avipsa Biswal, Pigeons & Doves
ONE FRAME EXHIBITS
Jain Pradip, Gandhi Ravels Around the World 80
Jeevan Jyoti, Rainbow 68
Naresh Agarwal, Labelling Air Mail 64
IBRA 2023 and 33st International Stamp Fair will
be held at Hall 1 and 2, Messe Essen, Germany from 25 to 28 May, 2023. Mr.
Madhukar Jhingan is Indian National Commissioner for the IBRA 2023.
Madhukar Jhingan : Email: mj@stampsofindia.com (M) +91-9811160965
IBRA
2023 is being organized by the German Federation of Philatelists (BDPh) under
the Patronage of International Philatelic Federation (FIP) With a capacity of
2800 display frames, IBRA 2023 is the first General World exhibition since
2019, with participation open in all Classes - FIP Championship, Traditional,
Postal History, Postal Stationery, Aerophilately, Astrophilately, Thematic,
Maximaphily, Revenues, Modern Philately, Open Philately, Picture Postcards, One
Frame, Youth, and Philatelic Literature.
For the Rules of exhibition (IREX) please visit : https://ibra2023.de/wpcontent/uploads/2022/03/IREX-IBRA-2023-english.pdf
and for the Exhibit
Application forms please visit
https://ibra2023.de/wpcontent/uploads/2022/03/IBRA2023_ApplicationForm_engl.pdf
Please submit the duly
filled Forms with a copy of the first page of the exhibit to the
National Commissioner
for India, Madhukar Jhingan, mj@stampsofindia.com +919811160965
HYPEX – Diamond 2022
Hyderabad Philatelic and Hobbies Society is going to organize an
exhibition of stamps , coins, notes and other collectibles from 19 to 21
November 2022. For more details plz contact : Shri Prakash Agrawal Ph.
9346777206 email : spagarwaal07@gmail.com
GUJPEX 2022
State Level Philatelic Exhibition GUJPEX-2022 will
be held by Gujarat Postal Circle from 5
to 7 November 2022, at Shreemati Sushilaben
Ratilal Hall, Navarangapura, Ahmedabad.
News from Philatelic Societies/ Clubs/Philatelists
New Picture Postcards released by India Post,
Karnataka Postal Circleat Varanga, Karnakaka
Picture Postcards on Karnataka Rajyotsava
UPHILEX 2022
UPHILEX
2022 recently concluded at Lucknow. The glimpses of the exhibition are
available at the following link :
UPHILEX 2022 : Glimpses
PCI WEB SITE ON JURY
JURY GUIDELINES:
It has
been protocol and a requirement that all National Level Jury/ Senior most Jury
Member attending any State level Exhibitions as Jury, should send a detailed
report to PCI about the Exhibition, and that all the norms are followed by the
organizers and all Jury, enabling PCI to take up steps for improvement in
future.
Secondly
the concerned National Jury is supposed to give a detailed report about the
performances of the other State level Juries and Apprentices (in standard
proforma apprentice jury appraisal form of PCI.)
As per
standards set by DOP, for any exhibition one Jury per 75 Frames are to be
appointed. This may be relaxed as 1 full Jury for every 100 Frames or part
thereof. The Jury member should accept the Jury assignment only after
ascertaining about the practice being followed by the Exhibition management and
they should be suitably advised and requested politely about the same to avoid
undue pressure and imbalance affecting Jury performance.
As a standard practice, the state level
Jurors are selected from other state(s), to avoid a possibility of bias. In
case of a need to appoint two or more state jurors in any state exhibition, a
national juror should be appointed as the team leader. In case of any
disagreement the decision of the National Jury will be final. Proper decorum is
to be followed. It is the duty of every Jury Member to keep the local DOP
authorities informed of the practice.
Jury member should inform Secretary
General, PCI about the intimation request for appointment received by him and
then confirm his acceptance of the same. Deviation of standard practices and
code of conduct, may warrant disciplinary action.
The Juror must send a Report to Hon.
Secretary General within 15 days of conclusion of the exhibition.
Performances of all Accredited Juries at
all levels is subject to review at regular intervals and updating themselves by
continuously participating, attending & conducting Exhibitions and
seminars.
Persons not following the Jury Protocol
and other Rules and Regulation may be removed from the Jury Roster and/or suspended.
Specific Instructions to all Jury
1. The Jury will use standard marksheet
and judging procedure as per State Level exhibition.
2. Strict discipline and code of conduct to be followed
3. All Jury members to respect the seniority and work together in a conducive
manner.
4. All communication, certificates, Notices, Marksheets, and Jury Reports to
specifically mention as “State Level Exhibition” and the same should be
clarified to each participant and all concerned.
5. All Jury members to be present at all Jury functions and offer sufficient
time for Jury critique session.
6. Jury work should be carried out very confidentially. Jury discussions should
remain confidential, without any iota of leakage, even after Jury work is over.
7. Till awards are finalized and officially declared by the Exhibition
management, the same shall not be disclosed or published anywhere.
8. The Jury members should avoid meeting other collectors, philatelists,
dealers and participants and are restricted to go to public areas until Jury
work is officially over.
Note: All the State level Juries are requested to send details
about their medals, exhibits, under whom they have done apprenticeship, their
certification of qualification, State level Jury ship done under whom, with all
documentary proof be submitted to PCI within 15 days, failing which their names
may not be considered for future nominations.
7th September, 2022
JURY PROTOCOL:
Organizers of Philatelic Exhibitions
required to adhere to the following minimum protocols.
Jury Chairman/ member of jury’s protocol.
Will be provided a proper position on stage, in all the functions held during
the Exhibition, especially during Opening and Closing ceremonies.
All the courtesy and protocol followed for PMG rank should be accorded to the
members of the Jury.
Photograph and short introduction together with their email for interaction
between Jury and exhibition should be published in Souvenir and Palmares list.
Transportation:
Less than 200 kms up to 500kms AC car/ AC II tier/ AC 1st Class train fare /
air fare to be provided, as per convenience of the Jury.
State level & above Jury to be
provided with car & attended during course of exhibition and 1 day after
for Sight seeing.
Car and escort to and from Station /
Airport.
Hotel:
(For self & spouse) For all days of
Duration of Exhibition + 1 day extra, subject to availability/timing of
flight/train
For District level - minimum 2 star hotel.
For State Level – minimum 3 star hotel.
For Nationals - minimum 4 star hotel.
Honorarium:
For District level 3days Rs. 3000/-
minimum
For State Level 3 days Rs. 8000/- minimum
For Nationals 5 days Rs. 20,000/- minimum.
All products issued during the course of
exhibition including a Memento together with a certificate and Thank you letter
be provided to all the jury members.
Apprentice Juries are not required to be
paid for Fare or Hotel or Honorarium.
JURY APPOINTMENT:
Minimum of 2 juries be appointed irrespective of number of frames at all
levels.
For State Level Exhibition:
Minimum 1 jury for every 75 frames.
Minimum 1 National Level as senior Jury + Required State Level Juries
1 Apprentice Jury minimum, depending on number of frames, National, State &
Apprentice be appointed.
For National Level :
The numbers and nomination will be based upon the exhibition classes, expertise
and size of the exhibition.
Note:
It is customary practice and convention that in any State Level Exhibition,
Jury Member should be appointed from any other state than the home state to
ensure free and fair judgement process.
The Jury member should not accept any
such assignment and may face disciplinary action for default.
Any deviation from standard practice and
above guidelines will require specific approval from PCI.
Unique Microthemes for One frame exhibits
Breakfast on stamps
Breakfast is the first meal of the day usually eaten in
the morning. The word in English refers to breaking the fasting period
of the previous night. Various "typical" or "traditional"
breakfast menus exist, with food choices varying by regions and traditions
worldwide. Breakfast is an interesting theme for one frame exhibit. Collectors
would find a variety of items in this theme to develop the story of the theme.
Breakfast around the world
Irish
French and American
Indian
Bolivian
Turkish Breakfast
TURKISH COFFEE & DESSERT - BAKLAVA & ASHURE - TEA & SIMIT
Sandwiches - most popular breakfast around the globe
The humble sandwiches are one the most popular food item around the world, enjoyed by millions of people. Sandwich, which is often touted as an ‘international’ dish Observed annually on 3 November, the World Sandwich Day celebrates the legacy of John Montagu (1729 – 1792), the 4th Earl of Sandwich. Earlier, sandwich was considered a gourmet dish, often enjoyed by the rich and the wealthy. However, now, sandwich is considered a tasty and filling meal that is eaten by everyone.
The ingredients that are ‘hidden’ between two
bread slices could be changed to suit the tastes and preferences of the
individuals. In the beginning, meats were mostly used as the filling. However,
now, you could choose your sandwich filling from myriad varieties of
ingredients and condiments. Besides various kinds of meats, eggs, veggies and
cheese are also used as sandwich fillings or toppings.
John Montagu was the 4th Earl of Kent in the
Sandwich province. He was a lover of card games and often spent long hours
playing at the local taverns. It is said that in 1962 when he was on a gaming
spree, the Lord had ordered his valet to bring him some meat tucked between two
pieces of bread.
It was easy eating like this, without the hassle
of using a knife and fork. Besides, he could continue playing without getting
the cards greasy. His friends too found this easier and ordered their servants
to serve them meat just as Sandwich (the Lord) had done. This food item soon
gained popularity around the world, with sandwiches available even in local
flavours and ingredients.
While most people are familiar with some of the
more popular sandwiches (including the hamburger, ham and cheese, grilled
cheese, tuna salad, peanut butter & jelly, and bologna sandwiches). There
are an almost infinite variety of sandwiches out there in the world.
The 250th birthday of the sandwich was grandly
celebrated in England, in 2012. It was the British Sandwich Association that
organized grand events to celebrate the most popular food item in the world.
Even the Montagu family took part in the celebrations, which were held in honour
of their famous ancestor. Sandwich-making contests were conducted at Kent town
as part of the celebrations. Besides, the iconic scene when the Lord asked his
valet to prepare the world’s first sandwich too was recreated.
The town of Sandwich
The town which has been made famous by Lord John
Montagu is now a popular tourist destination.
Health benefits Sandwich:
Nutritionists say that the health benefits of
sandwich depend on the fillings or the ingredients that are used to make the
sandwich. It could be as healthy as a salad if the sandwich is prepared using
low-fat ingredients that are loaded with nutrients.
Image n Sandwich story
: Courtesy – Jagannath Mani
Sandwich Island
Two groups of islands in the extreme south
Atlantic Ocean, South Georgia is about 875 miles east-southeast of the Falkland
Islands and about 1,000 miles equidistant from Cape Horn and the tip of the
Antarctic Peninsula. The even more remote and southerly South Sandwich Islands
are uninhabited. The last remaining component of the Falkland Islands
Dependencies, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands assumed its new
title in 1985 and issued stamps beginning the following year.
Also Read :
The
History of the Sandwich on Postage stamps
Book
Review
Philatelic Paradise
- Major (Dr) Ritu Kalra
Philatelic Paradise by Major (Dr) Ritu Kalra : Pages :
140 : Type - Paper Back : Published By : Minerva Book House, Shimla :
Price - Rs. 399 Available with the author - email : ritukalra23@yahoo.in & ritukalra32@gmail.com :
Mob. Whatsapp - 9816352225
Philately Paradise by Maj. (Dr) Ritu Kalra is a very informative book for stamp lovers. It gives comprehensive details about the hobby of stamp collecting. It has 16 chapters with special reference to the anatomy of postage stamps., Tools and Accessories used in stamp collection, Systematic Handling of stamps, and how to participate in a philatelic exhibition. The book also gives the list of changed country names, country identifier Index, and Philatelic Glossary.
Besides these, it has special chapters on the First Indian
Postage Stamp - Sinde Dawks, Rare stamps of the world, Errors on stamps, and
some more interesting chapters related to philately. Stamp lovers will find
this book very interesting and informative. One can start the hobby just
by going through this wonderful book. I recommend this book to all
philatelists and stamp collectors as well as to school and college
students. One can learn systematically about the philately through this book.
The schools must have this book in the library so that young children may start
collecting stamps and acquire knowledge about history, culture, science, Flora
and Fauna, personalities, and famous places of the
world through the postage stamps. This book will be an asset for
every stamp lover. The philatelic clubs and societies must have this book for
the reference of young budding collectors as well as philatelists.
About the author
She has served the Indian Army in the Army Dental
Corps and is presently a practicing dentist at Shimla. Besides being an ardent philatelist and dentist by profession, she is a wonderful
painter and has made many paintings on different themes.
-Jeevan Jyoti
Specialized
Section
On big demand of many readers, the article 'Disinfection of Mail'
by Naresh Agrawal is being published here again in a series. The article was
highly appreciated by readers around the globe. -Editor
DISINFECTION OF MAIL
Mail is the postal material that travels long
distances and is handled by various persons right from the sender to the
addressee. Climatic, geological, and biological conditions all around the world
differ from place to place and from time to time. Sometimes there are some
epidemics or contagious, infectious and communicable diseases spread in some
areas which are likely to be transmitted through the mail. Also, sometimes there
are chances of chemical or bioterrorist
attacks by so-called militants through
the mail system, sometimes some viruses get attached to the mail which are then
spread to wherever the mail goes and whosoever handles it or the mail in
contact with the mail adds to the threat.
MARKINGS
ON DISINFECTED LETTERS :
The mail quarantined or disinfected at different places at different times does have some
sort of markings or marks, seals and hand stamps on them informing about the treatment done or any information related to disinfection of that mail. These
markings have wide range mainly consisting of official stamp or seal of the
certifying body, with or without location. Examples are : “Provisores Salutis
Venetiae” ( Overseers of Health,
Various
cachets from 19th-century envelopes
Other marks specifically referred to disinfection.
Perforated mail from
Stampless folded letter, with contents,
manuscript rate marking. Postmarked with WIEN/FRANCO two-line handstamp,
addressed to PARMA, ITALY, with two DISINFECTED oval
markings on back and
red wax seal applied over the markings
The town of
Disinfected letter dated 09.08.1835 from
With the advent of the terrible plague of the mid-17th
century, Mediterranean ports smoked or scorched mail from suspect vessels,
sometimes after dousing it with vinegar. But wafers or seals, legitimizing the
opening of covers to treat the contents, are not seldom seen before the 1720s.
The earliest cachets to certify treatment appeared in the 1780's
French Colonies Algeria
1836 Disinfected Mail Envelope to
1848 part outer letter sheet
from ALAXANDRIA in Egypt to Bath, U.K.,
showing British P.O. Alexandria c.d.s. and poor "PURIFIE AU
LAZARET/ MALTE" disinfection cancel
Efforts for health controls through disinfection
spanned over 300 years. Precautions largely
centered on control of the movement of persons or cattle, but general
goods, mail and packages were a constant concern. Even imports of rags of paper
making were suspect.
In the early 8th century, British
officers demanded health declarations on oath from masters of incoming ships. A
bible, kept for the purpose was handed from shore to ship at the end of a
boathook for the declaration. It was afterwards dragged through sea water to
purify it.
Turkey
Turkey
1824 Disinfected Letter to France, via Austria written from Constantinople
cancelled by handstruck Tur. Charged 20 in manuscript, with disinfection cachet and
punch holes, routed
via Austria with AT. And Boxed Autriche par Huningue transit
Entire
letter dated Feb.23,1844 from Smirne to
Entire letter dated 20.10.1845 from Alexandria
,Egypt addressed to Grenoble with ALEXANDRIE (EGYPTE) cds
of despatch, slitted for disinfection
and with MARSEILLE
arrival (Oct 28) and two line hand stamp on reverse PURIFIÉ LAZARET / MARSEILLE
1844 (19 Oct.). Cover from the Austrian
Consulate in
MAIL STERLIZATION
MAIL SANITIZATION BY IRRADIATION
Mail
sanitization is the process which is applied as a precautionary measure to kill
micro organisms that may be contained in the mail or to sterilize mail that is
suspect of or known to be contaminated with dangerous microorganisms.
In this process, the mail is decontaminated by exposure to radiation, high
pressure, or gases. Micro organisms, such as the bacterium that causes anthrax
succumb to these conditions. Ion beam sterilization (high-energy electrons) and
x-ray radiation have been considered very useful on individual letters.
Otherwise
also this process has great role in forensic investigations which sometimes require the analysis of
substances found in contaminated mail. Identifying toxins or harmful residues
present in mail, along with their concentrations to find evidence in criminal
cases and information necessary to decontaminate the mail.
MAJOR USAGE DURING ANTHRAX ATTACK IN U.S. IN 2001
The
major usage of this method of decontamination of mail was done by USPS which used to combat the bioterrorism attacks
on American people shortly after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Mail containing the anthrax bacterium was detected. Few persons infected by the anthrax bacterium died from
the disease. As a direct result of this, the USPS developed an Emergency
Preparedness Plan(EPP) with the goal of protecting USPS employees and customers
from future bioterrorism attacks. The plan was composed of six initiatives such as Prevention, Protection and
health-risk reduction, Detection and identification, Intervention,
Decontamination, Investigation.
The SML 5520 is designed as an anti –
bio – terrorism tool; the system eliminates contagious and harmful bacteria and
viruses including anthrax. Each system can process
METHODS
TO IRRADIATE MAIL :
The
USPS has been studying various different methods of decontamination of
mail to find the one which could most
effectively sanitize mail. For proper mail sanitization, the decontamination
method must thoroughly penetrate letters, flats, and packages but not damage
the mail in any way. In the year 2002, irradiation was the only acceptable
method for decontaminating mail. But this method had reduced the rate of mail
delivery due to time taken in irradiation..
Ionizing radiation kills bacteria. The energy from ionizing radiation destroys the chemical structure. Thus results in significant damage to the DNA and proteins of bacteria and causes them to die. Three sources of ionizing radiation were selected for mail sanitization that are x rays, gamma rays, and electron beams as each of these could kill the anthrax bacteria. Radiation can easily penetrate and sanitize most types of mail, however, it may damage some other materials.
X RAYS are a type of high-energy
electromagnetic radiation. X-ray particles, or photons, are generated when
electron-dense materials are bombarded by high-energy electrons. X rays have a
high-energy content and can penetrate most objects.
GAMMA RAYS are another type of
high-energy electro-magnetic radiation. Gamma rays are released by decaying
radioactive compounds such as cesium 137 or cobalt 60.
TT1000 Rhodotron
Rhodotron TT100 is a very cost-effective E-beam
solution as it develops very high-power electron accelerator devoted to
X-ray ideally suited for customers with
medium production volumes. It delivers up to 45kW giving sterilization
facilities processing an average of
ELECTRON BEAM or e-beam, is a stream of electrons that is
propelled by a high accelerating voltage. The energy content of the e-beam is
determined by the accelerating voltage and is lower than both x rays and gamma
rays.
Of the three
ionizing radiation sources, e-beam technology has been found the safest and
most readily adaptable system for mail sanitization.
In 2001, the USPS bought eight electron - beam machines and installed them in Washington D.C. and the New York and New Jersey area. And till 2002, e-beam technology has been used to sanitize incoming federal government mail only. A facility in Bridgeport, operated by Sterigenics International, used a Rhodotron continuous wave electron beam accelerator built by IBA Industrial, to irradiate the mail.
Piece of mail irradiated at a private facility
known as Ion Beam Applications (IBA) located in Bridgeport, NJ. Sautello. It
was detained at the Hamilton Post Office due to Anthrax contamination. Every
such irradiated mail piece was then placed in a bag with a letter describing
the effects of the irradiation. Some pieces of mail could be discolored by the
irradiation process
Letter through FPO with disinfection cachet Checked by Fluoroscope machine and considered safe PCC
NON-IONIZING RADIATION
: Two
of non-ionizing radiation methods that have been used for sterilization are
ultraviolet (UV) light and microwaves. Both are effective in killing
microorganisms but in different ways.
UV
light radiation damages DNA which then
can not reproduce or survive. It cannot penetrate objects and is used to
sterilize surfaces and air only. In addition, some microorganisms are resistant
to the effects of UV radiation. Therefore, UV radiation is an unacceptable
method to sanitize mail.
Microwave
radiation is a low energy-non-ionizing radiation that ultimately kills the
microorganisms. Due to shortcomings like difficulty in controlling the heating
effects as it has "hot spots" and "cold spots” and a low destruction rate of bacterial cells
(spores), it is also found ineffective for mail sanitization.
UlTRA HIGH
PRESSURE STERLIZATION :
Ultra-high-pressure
(UHP) sterilization is accomplished by applying a pressure of almost 100,000
psi, which causes physical changes to DNA and proteins. The resulting cellular
damage kills the microorganisms.
The UHP
sterilization cycle time can be less than 30 minutes and the process is
non-destructive to the object being sterilized. This method was found suitable
for mail sanitization..
To be contd…..
: Naresh
Agrawal : email : nareshkumar1992@yahoo.co.in Whatsapp : 9425530514
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Beginners’ Section
Happy Halloween !
Samhain
(Old Irish for “summer’s end”) is often considered to be one of the oldest
precursors to Halloween. It’s a traditional Gaelic festival first documented
around the 10th century. It is believed modern Jack-o’-lanterns were inspired
by a Samhain custom. People would hollow out turnips and carve faces into them
to use as lanterns at night.
Samhain was a festival to prepare for winter. It
lasted from sunset on October 31st to sunset on November 1st. Huge bonfires
were lit as a cleansing ritual, crops were harvested and stored, and animals
were moved to winter pastures. It was a celebration to hold people through the
long, cold days to come.
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time for Halloween mail in 1974.
Samhain was also believed to be a day when the barrier to the otherworld could be crossed by fairies, spirits, or souls of the dead. Although some spirits were good or the souls of loved ones, others were evil and needed to be warded off. It was said that dressing in disguise and mimicking a spirit would prevent it from harming you. Some of these disguised people went door-to-door singing or reciting verses in exchange for food. Samhain was originally observed in Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. But its practices have since evolved and spread to other countries around the world.
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Christian practices also play a significant role in the history of Halloween. November 1 is All Saints Day and November 2 is All Souls’ Day. It has long been common practice to hold vigils the night before these holy days, so October 31 became known as All Hallows’ Eve. The term “Allhallowtide” was first used to describe the season in 1471.
It was said the boundary between the living and
the dead thinned during this three-day period. Some thought they needed to
disguise themselves to avoid being recognized by a wayward soul – one possible
origin of Halloween costumes. In Poland, people were taught to pray aloud when
walking at night to comfort the souls of the dead. Some believed that
Jack-o’-lanterns represented souls trapped in purgatory.
November 1st is All Saints’ Day, which celebrates all dead saints and martyrs, while November 2nd is All Souls’ Day and includes all Christians who have died. Different countries have different traditions to celebrate these days. Some prepare offerings of food for their loved ones’ souls. Others lay flowers or wreaths on graves and light candles in the cemetery. Allhallowtide not only remembers the dead but celebrates their lives as well.
According to most accounts, Halloween spread
into North America in the 19th century largely due to an influx
of Irish and Scottish immigrants. It soon became a major holiday
throughout the country and by the start of the 20th century was
celebrated coast to coast.
How did Jack-o’-lanterns get their name?
The name comes from an old Irish folk tale told
at Halloween. “Stingy Jack” was a notorious drunk and trickster. Satan heard
about Jack’s deeds (rumored to be more evil than his own) and went to see for
himself. When Jack met Satan, he asked for one last drink before Satan took his
soul. Satan agreed and the two went drinking at a local pub. When it came time
to pay, Jack convinced Satan to transform into a silver coin. Instead of
paying, Jack put the coin in his pocket next to a crucifix, trapping Satan.
Jack only released the devil after he promised not to claim Jack’s soul for 10
years.
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New issues
from other countries
Aruba
1 November 2022 : Landscapes of Aruba
28 October 2022 :
Crypto Stamp 4.0 - Grab the Bull by the
Horns !
With Crypto stamp 4.0, the Austrian Post is once again issuing a unique collector's item of value – and for the first time in cooperation with the Netherlands Post. Issued at the same time as the Austrian edition of Crypto stamp 4.0, the Dutch version NL Crypto Stamp is also available. Both versions have the bull as their motif, an important symbol of the financial world synonymous with share price increases. Only the background distinguishes the two editions of Crypto stamp 4.0. It features flowers typical for each country: the edelweiss on the Austrian, the tulip on the Netherlands edition.
Estonia
27 October 2022 : Narva-Joesuu Lighthouse
The Narva-Jõesuu Lighthouse is located on the sand
dunes by the sea on the left bank of the mouth of the Narva River. It helps to
navigate at sea and marks the mouth of the river.The lighthouse built on the
west bank of the mouth of the Narva River in 1808 was 16 metres tall, made of
limestone, and had a round ground plan. In 1886, after thorough repair works,
the lighthouse became 8 meters taller and also gained a new metal lantern room
with a new light.
France
24 October 2022 :
Red Cross
The
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is a humanitarian movement
with approximately 97 million volunteers, members and staff worldwide. It was
founded to protect human life and health, to ensure respect for all human
beings, and to prevent and alleviate human suffering. Within it there are three
distinct organisations that are legally independent from each other, but are
united within the movement through common basic principles, objectives,
symbols, statutes and governing organisations.
Iraq
1 November 2022 : World Post Day
1 November 2022 : Arab League Summit
Algeria
Slovakia
27
October 2022 : The 150th Anniversary of the Foundation of the
Eastern Slovak Museum in Kosice
Spain
26
October 2022 : Discoverers of Oceania -
Alvaro De Saavedra
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