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The American Postal Service / History of the Postal Service from the Earliest Times

By Louis Melius
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A historical and practical account of the U.S. postal service that combines institutional history, operational descriptions, and biographical sketches of senior officials. It outlines departmental organization, divisional responsibilities, and day-to-day procedures such as mail classification, railway and foreign mail handling, money orders, and postal savings, and provides guidance aimed at postal employees and the interested public. The volume balances technical explanations of administrative systems with accessible reference material and special articles on topics of general postal interest.

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Louis Melius

Louis Melius was an American author known for his work on the history of the postal service. His notable book, "The American Postal Service / History of the Postal Service from the Earliest Times," provides a comprehensive overview of the development and significance of postal systems in the United States. Melius's writing reflects a keen interest in the evolution of communication and its impact on society, making his contributions valuable for those studying American history and postal services.

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