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Williston Graphic in Williston, North Dakota

26 Dec 1912

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Williston Graphic

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Williston, North Dakota, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1912

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3

Parcel Post System Explained as Nation Divides Units

The article explains the new parcel post system starting January 1, detailing zone based rates, unit centers, and how charges will be computed from each post office to destinations within its zone. It notes limits of 11 pounds, wrapping rules, stamps, and possible impacts on farmers and small businesses.

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Congress Washington Keokuk, Ia Keokuk la Center Hia Erie Atlanta Post Office United States Gonfer Postmartera Pittsburg Board of Trade Wilmington Del Philadelphia Jacksonville Florida Truit Suffolk Charlestown W. Va Tide-Water District Maryland the Parcel Post Guide Piaad Parcel Post
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Approves Rules for Parcel Post What May Be Sent by Mail

Postmaster General Hitchcock approves detailed parcel post regulations. They cover what may be mailed from and to any point in the United States, with rates, weight limits, and packing rules. Perishables, powders, tools, and fragile items have specific handling and marking requirements, while prohibited items include poisons, explosives, and intoxicants.

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Congress House Senate Jonathan Bourne Oregon David J. Tewly Maryland William Sulzer New York Hitchcock Washington Special Parcel Post Committee William H. Davis Pittsburg Daniel T. Gerow Jacksonville Fin M. H. Joster Wilmington Del BE. M. GC. Quimby Suffolk Venry N. Bradley Charlestown W. Va United States Government Printing Office Wbte Post Office Department Alice
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Edward G. Clark Acheme Uncle Sam Hitchcock Bua Postoffice Department City of Postmaster General
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