"I have copy #18 of the hard copy of Numisma and notes I made at the time of acquisition shows that it was printed in 1983."

"My parents owned a graphic arts and printing company while also running the numismatic literature business. It was named Ramm Communications named for Remy/Avis/Mike/Marlene Bourne. 100 copies of a soft cover ringed bound edition were distributed by Cal Wilson and thru Ken Lowe of Money Tree. In addition a limited number of hard bound numbered copies were distributed to family, long term customers and to Ken Lowe and Cal Wilson. This was done in 1983. It is likely that the copy referenced was Ken Lowe's copy"

Thank you! I haven't seen the softcover edition. I have one of the hardbounds - my copy is pictured above. -Editor

"Over the past 20 years there has been a great deal of interest in the American Numismatic Association Presidential election of 1909 and the annual convention in Montreal at which this election was held.

"It almost goes without saying that this is probably the single most controversial event in the history of the A.N.A which is perhaps why it has garnered so much attention - including an article in the Winter 2022 issue of The Asylum.

"Even more than a century later this particular election is still quite contentious - undoubtedly because of the candidates and the personalities involved on both campaign committees..

"One thing that hasn't really been investigated is the fallout from this election (i.e. the impact that it may have had on not only the candidates and their campaign teams but also the general membership).

"We know that Higgins resigned from the A.N.A. shortly afterwards but I wonder how many other members didn't renew their memberships - or even how many of the proxy memberships weren't genuine to begin with - i.e. the proxies represented votes but not individuals who intended to retain their membership in either the short term or the long term.

"I wouldn't be surprised if someone has already looked into this and I would be very interested in any of their observations."

I'm not sure if this aspect has been covered before. Great question. -Editor