October 4, 2007

Paper Chase

By Ian Wilhelm

A retired Florida man is on a quixotic campaign to reduce the volume of charity mail solicitations

To most Americans, mail solicitations are an annoying, but understandable, part of life. While they may clog up the mailbox, they are necessary for the survival of many charities.

But to Bernard (Ole) Olson, such appeals are not worth the paper they are printed on.

For 14 years, the 80-year-old Floridian has waged a one-man crusade against the envelopes that show up at his

Print Subscription

Digital Subscription

Already have an account? Log In Now.