Isbn: 9781332065721 - the Railway Mail Service (classic Reprint): Its Origin and Development (5 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the development of the Railway Mail Service in the United States from its origins in the mid-1800s. The author, a former postal worker, provides first-hand accounts of the challenges and innovations that shaped the service. From the haphazard distribution methods of the early days, the book follows the evolution of the postal railway system, including the establishment of dedicated mail cars and the implementation of standardized procedures. The author highlights the pivotal role of key figures such as George B. Armstrong and George S. Bangs, showcasing their efforts to streamline mail delivery and ensure efficient distribution across the rapidly expanding nation. The book also explores the crucial advancements brought about by Captain James E. White, whose inventions, like the examination case, revolutionized the testing and training of postal clerks. Through these stories, the book sheds light on an essential but often overlooked aspect of American history, revealing the ingenuity and dedication of those who built the foundation of the modern postal system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 78 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.16 inches. This item is printed on demand.