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Message from the President
Friends, greetings on behalf of the Texas Philatelic Association. Your Association, birthed in 1896, is present to support and encourage our “stamp / postal” hobby and those who pursue it. Relationships between collectors, providing opportunities to enhance the hobby, the sharing of insight, information and excitement are part of TPA’s history. In our world we touch upon culture, history, art, science, geography, and far more which bring us closer to our world through these little pieces of paper which we hold in our hands. As Texas Philatelic Association President, it is my goal to be involved with you in the philatelic journey. I look forward to meeting you at local shows and club meetings. If I can be of service, or just to send greeting, please do not hesitate to contact me at president@tpastamps.org.
Regards,
Richard L. President of the Texas Philatelic Association
Purpose statement from TPA constitution
It shall be the purpose of the Association to encourage and to aid in collecting and studying postage stamps, postal history, and all related areas of philatelic interest including but not restricted to revenues, postal stationery, postal markings, topical collecting, and air and space flights; to facilitate contact between collectors; to provide facilities and opportunities for dissemination of information for the advancement of the science and hobby of philately; and to promote friendships among all philatelists.
Officers and Board Members
President Richard Laster (2028)
P.O. Box 372
Argyle, TX 76226
Email: president@tpastamps.org
Vice President Robert Conley (2027)
3834 Klam Road
Columbiaville, MI 48422
Email: texaspaeditor@yahoo.com
Secretary & Treasurer
Gregory Cain (2027)
1926 Brimberry Street, Houston, TX 77018
Email: sectreas@tpastamps.org
Board of Directors
Ralph Spencer Poore (2025)
James B. Potter (2028)
Michael A. Prokop (2025)
Contact Email Addresses
info@tpastamps.org – Webmaster / general information
jointpa@tpastamps.org – memberships
president@tpastamps.org – president
sectreas@tpastamps.org – secretary / treasurer
Mailing Address
1926 Brimberry Street
Houston, TX 77018-1730