For many years, I have noted the day I receive the first coin of the new year, cent or no. Not including the Statehood quarters, the earliest I ever got a new year coin in change was January 15, 1972. It was an Ike dollar.

When the Chopmark Collectors Club was re-vitalized and the Chopmark News was re-established, the dues were indeed zero, but now if you get a mailed copy of the newsletter, there is a charge. Those who get it via email are assessed no dues. The hard copy costs from $10-$25/year depending in the kind of production you want and the delivery option chosen (air or sea). It comes from Taiwan.

Yes, the information is correct. Subscriptions cost $10 - 25 depending [on type of subscription], e-editions are currently free. Donations are encouraged.