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Food Stamp Participation Increases as Economy LagsWashington Post, United States –1 minute agoBy Michael E. Ruane Almost a million more people participated in the federal government's food stamp program for the needy between April and July, … More: continued here

A collection of rare British Empire postage stamps has been auctioned in New York City for nearly $1.5 million. More: continued here

NEW YORK – A collection of rare British Empire postage stamps has sold for nearly $1.5 million at a New York City auction. The Spink Shreves Galleries says Friday’s sale included more than 130 unused or canceled stamps dating to the 19th and early 20th centuries. More: continued here

NYC auction included more than 130 unused or canceled stamps. More: continued here

Fri, Oct 3, 2008 (8:30 p.m.) A collection of rare British Empire postage stamps has sold for nearly $1.5 million at a New York City auction. The Spink Shreves Galleries says Friday’s sale included more than 130 unused or canceled stamps dating to the 19th and early 20th centuries. More: …

Demand For Food Stamps Greatly Increases Across Central FloridaWFtv.com, FL –5 hours agoCentral Florida workers, once able to provide for their families, are now surviving on food stamps. The people who depend on the government now for the … More: continued here

Collection of rare stamps sells in NYC for $1.5MThe Associated Press –58 minutes agoNEW YORK (AP) — A collection of rare British Empire postage stamps has sold for nearly $1.5 million at a New York City auction. The Spink Shreves Galleries … More: continued here

Stamps.com Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Call InvitationMarketWatch –3 hours agothe intelligent online postage alternative to a postage meter, today announced an invitation to join the Stamps.com Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results … More: continued here

It looks to be a nice, crisp fall weekend here in St. Louis, perfect weather for getting out of the house and hearing some live music. Here’s a look at some of the noteworthy jazz and creative music performances coming up over the next few days. More: continued here

SINGAPORE: Christmas may be more than two months away, but those wishing to add a personalised touch when mailing out their Christmas cards can do so with special stamps and for a good cause. More: continued here