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Stampless cover: November 29, Middletown

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 8, Item: 9

Scope and Contents

A stampless cover was an envelope that was posted before the time when the use of postage stamps became mandatory for sending mail (January 1, 1856). 3 cents paid. Miss Frances Baker, Port Byron, NY. Envelope with no letter.

Dates

  • Creation: 1781-1856

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 half hollinger box and 2 volumes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives Repository

Contact:
Olin Library
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Middletown CT 06459 USA
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