The American Postal Service by Louis Melius
"The American Postal Service" by Louis Melius is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich history and intricate details of the American postal system, from its inception to the methods of operation during Melius's time. It serves as a comprehensive guide that aims to familiarize postal employees and the public with the workings of the U.S. Postal Service, providing interesting insights into postal operations and
history. At the start of the book, Melius sets the context by outlining the long-standing need for communication, tracing postal services back to ancient civilizations. He highlights notable figures such as Ben Franklin and the evolution of postal services, particularly in colonial America. The opening chapters discuss various historical milestones, including the establishment of postal routes and services, the introduction of postage stamps, and the developmental challenges faced in providing equitable mail service to both urban and rural areas. Overall, Melius presents a well-rounded perspective of the postal service's growth and significance in connecting people throughout American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Melius, Louis |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 25007630 |
| Title |
The American Postal Service History of the Postal Service from the Earliest Times |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Giovanni Fini, Donald Cummings, Adrian Mastronardi, The Philatelic Digital Library Project (http://www.tpdlp.net), and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Postal service -- United States -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48014 |
| Release Date | Jan 18, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 128 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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