This sponge-gall of the rose is commonly known as the Bedegnar, and like all other members of its tribe, as with the familiar oak-apple, was long supposed to be a regular accessory fruit of its parent stalk. Among early students were many superstitions connected with the Bedegnar, the nature of which may readily be inferred from its other common name of "Robin's Pin-cushion."
This Department is conducted in the interest of Stamp and Coin Collectors, and the Editor will be pleased to answer any question on these subjects so far as possible. Correspondents should address Editor Stamp Department.
A LIST OF DON'TS FOR STAMP COLLECTORS.
Don't paste your stamps into your albums, but use "stickers" or "hinges."
Don't use any old copy-book if you can afford to buy an album. Dealers can supply albums at any price from twenty-five cents upward.
Don't trim your stamps. Many valuable stamps have been ruined by this process.
Don't cut envelope stamps to shape. Cut them out square, leaving a good margin on all sides.