The Centenary of the Royal South Street Society will be commemorated on the pre-stamped envelope being released on 24 September 1979.
The stamp area carries a 20c denomination.
The Royal South Street Society was founded on 10 July 1879 when nine young men from Ballarat, Victoria, joined together to encourage debating and other literary activities. Interest in these activities prompted the Society to organise a competition in June 1891. Literary, educationary and musical items were included.
Over the years the Royal South Street Competition has gained national and international recognition. Today, many varied cultural activities such as speech, drama, choral and musical items and calisthenics are included in the competition.
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- Date of Issue: 24 September 1979
- Withdrawn Date: 24 September 1980
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- Quantity: 267,100
Pre-Stamped Envelope No.013
The commemorative pre-stamped envelope is numbered 013 and measures 190 mm x 101 mm. It will be available over the counter at all Australia Post philatelic sales centres for twelve months from the issue date, provided stocks last, for $A0.25.
FIRST DAY OF ISSUE POSTMARKER OFFICES
Australian Stamp Bulletin
Australian Stamp Bulletin No.142 – August 1979
