Gene F. will present a lecture on "Numismatic Publications" this month.  In April, Paul A. will present a program on "Chopmarked Coins."  Sheryl W. will present the program in May.  Charles G. will present the program in June.

Jim B. will have supplies available at the meeting from 7:00 - 8:00 PM.  If you are interested in getting rolls of "D" mint state quarters, see Jim about this also.

The Young Numismatist Quiz this month is to explain the term "Matte Proof."  In which years were matte proofs issued?  Our YN advisor is Jack L.

Coin Game:   Bring a U.S. Quarter Dollar (1804 - 2003).   February's winner was George S.

New members in February:   Ryan N. (YN), Travis V. (YN), Ray B., Sean M., Raymond K. Jr., Mike G., John K., and Donald C.

Long Term Raffle:  Congratulations to Gene F. for winning the 1908-S Indian Head Cent in F condition.  The April raffle will be for a 1946 uncirculated set of Booker T. Washington commemorative half dollars.  The June reffle will feature a 1988 $5 gold Canada Maple Leaf.  The long term raffle is for club members and any number of chances may be purchased.  See Jack L. at the meeting to record your $1.00 per chance donation.

The club is always interested in items to be used for the long-term raffles, regular raffles, and door prizes.  Everyone likes a bargain, but we pay fair prices for accepted items.  If you have items, contact Guy C.

Club members are invited to attend the monthly board meeting.  The next meeting will be March 31 at 7:30 PM.  (See paper newsletter for directions.)

Bring a friend to the meeting.

Coin Show:  June 7 at the VFW.  Not a club sponsored event.

500 people attended our February coin show.  Robert D. won a 1/10 oz. gold Eagle for returning his postcard.  Gerald B. won a 1/10 oz. gold Panda raffled for a $1.00 donation.

Sympathy card: sent to Garland T.  Garland lost his wife in early February.

Article:  The Master Hub   by Charles G.