Word: philatelic
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...growing desperate. Perhaps Edward is already in love with someone unsuited to fill the position of second lady in the land! George R. I. is a philatelist. He invited Arthur Hind, U. S. millionaire stamp collector, to tea at Buckingham Palace, where they had a good talk about things philatel. Says the King: " Too bad you beat me at the auction the other day for that stamp." " Dear, dear," says Mr. Hind, " I had no idea I was bidding against Your Majesty. Will Your Majesty graciously accept it as a gift in token,-etc." " Couldn't think...
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