Description
Striking WWII patriotic cover postmarked Lowell, Massachusetts, Oct 19, 1944-the eve of MacArthur’s Leyte landings-franked with the 3¢ Corregidor (Scott #925). The bold red/blue cachet shows a newsboy shouting “EXTRA,” carries MacArthur’s “I shall return” quote, and the headline “PHILLIPPINES INVADED” with a notable misspelling. Addressed to New Orleans with pre-ZIP zone “18,” this appears to be a small-run/local cachet that doesn’t turn up in the usual patriotic references, making it a scarce and conversation-worthy piece.
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Timely cancel: Oct 19, 1944, aligning with MacArthur’s return to the Philippines
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Patriotic cachet: Newsboy “EXTRA” art + “I shall return” quote
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Headline error: “PHILLIPPINES” (two L’s) adds collector interest
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Correct postage: 3¢ domestic letter rate paid by Scott #925 “Corregidor”
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Scarcity factor: Cachet not commonly seen; likely a private/local production
Condition: Clean, sound cover with light age toning/handling consistent with 1940s postal use; crisp strike and strong cachet impression. Please view all photos for the best assessment.
Shipping: We offer combined shipping on covers.
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