Transpacific PAA Airmail envelope sent from Wake Island via China Clipper to Alameda, c. 1939

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Alameda Museum & Meyers House and Gardens

Name/Title

Transpacific PAA Airmail envelope sent from Wake Island via China Clipper to Alameda, c. 1939

Entry/Object ID

1985.114.6

Scope and Content

Acc. No. 85.114.6 Subject Category: Aviation Date or Period: C. 1939 Object: Envelope Description: Envelope with printed heading "Transpacific PAA Airmail" and rubber stamped with seals stating "Mailed at Wake & Midway Island." Size: L-4 x W-7 1/2 inches. History of Object: Envelope addressed to Miss. Jean Bowman (daughter of R.P. Bowman), Alameda, California. Sent from Wake Island via China Clipper to Alameda. Acquired from: Ray P. Bowman Date: 12-29-85