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Vintage US Poster Stamp Bethphage Mission Nebraska Proposed Home For Epileptics
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Oldbrooklynguy (6312)
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description Grade: VF (Very Fine) Vintage US Poster Stamp The Bethphage Mission, Axtell, Nebraska. Proposed Home For Epileptics MNH Tiny Light Glue StainIn 1913, Lutheran Past ... Read More
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Vintage US Poster Stamp The Bethphage Mission, Axtell, Nebraska. Proposed Home For Epileptics MNH Tiny Light Glue StainIn 1913, Lutheran Pastor William Dahl And The Rural Community Of Axtell Worked Together To Create A Compassionate, Caring Home For People With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities. They Called It Bethphage Village. A Decade Later, Another Lutheran Community On The Opposite Side Of The State Established Martin Luther Homes In The Small Town Of Sterling. For Decades These Two Nebraska-Born, Faith-Based Organizations Operated Independently Until 2003 When They Merged Into Mosaic.This Poster Stamp Promotes The Bethphage Mission In Axtell, Nebraska, Specifically Highlighting Its Plans For A “Proposed Home For Epileptics.” The Image Features A Detailed Architectural Rendering Of A Large, Two-Story Institutional Building With A Distinctive Stepped Gable Roof, Red Roofing, White Walls, And Symmetrical Windows Framed By Trees And Lawn. The Design Is Likely From The Early 1910s To 1920s, During A Period Of National Interest In Specialized Care Facilities For Individuals With Disabilities. The Bethphage Mission Was A Lutheran Organization Founded In 1913 To Provide Residential Care And Christian Ministry For People With Developmental And Neurological Disorders, And This Stamp Would Have Helped Raise Public Awareness And Funding For The Construction Of Its Dedicated Facilities. The Stamp's Formal Tone And Emphasis On “Mission” And “Home” Reflect Both Religious And Humanitarian Intentions Of The Institution At The Time. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): The Bethphage Mission, Axtell, Nebraska. Proposed Home For Epileptics. Country Of Origin: United StatesA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures? Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Vintage US Poster Stamp The Bethphage Mission, Axtell, Nebraska. Proposed Home For Epileptics MNH Tiny Light Glue StainIn 1913, Lutheran Pastor William Dahl And The Rural Community Of Axtell Worked Together To Create A Compassionate, Caring Home For People With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities. They Called It Bethphage Village. A Decade Later, Another Lutheran Community On The Opposite Side Of The State Established Martin Luther Homes In The Small Town Of Sterling. For Decades These Two Nebraska-Born, Faith-Based Organizations Operated Independently Until 2003 When They Merged Into Mosaic.This Poster Stamp Promotes The Bethphage Mission In Axtell, Nebraska, Specifically Highlighting Its Plans For A “Proposed Home For Epileptics.” The Image Features A Detailed Architectural Rendering Of A Large, Two-Story Institutional Building With A Distinctive Stepped Gable Roof, Red Roofing, White Walls, And Symmetrical Windows Framed By Trees And Lawn. The Design Is Likely From The Early 1910s To 1920s, During A Period Of National Interest In Specialized Care Facilities For Individuals With Disabilities. The Bethphage Mission Was A Lutheran Organization Founded In 1913 To Provide Residential Care And Christian Ministry For People With Developmental And Neurological Disorders, And This Stamp Would Have Helped Raise Public Awareness And Funding For The Construction Of Its Dedicated Facilities. The Stamp's Formal Tone And Emphasis On “Mission” And “Home” Reflect Both Religious And Humanitarian Intentions Of The Institution At The Time. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): The Bethphage Mission, Axtell, Nebraska. Proposed Home For Epileptics. Country Of Origin: United StatesA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures? Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
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