8th & Edmond Streets - St. Joseph Post Office, circa 1940
Entry/Object ID
2020.25.1184
Description
Circa 1940
ST JOSEPH POST OFFICE
8th & Edmond
US POSTAL SERVICE
8th & Edmond
US GOVERNMENT OFFICES
8th & Edmond
2 postal buildings have been constructed on this site.
Located on the SE corner of 8th & Edmond, it was first established in 1840.
It was originally known as the Black Hills Post Office.
The name was later changed to Post Office of St Joseph..
Julius Robidoux was the first postmaster..
In 1843, the name was changed to St Joseph Post Office.
In 1939, the original structure was razed and a new building erected. US Government offices were contained within the new building. Many offices are now empty.
As of January 2012, the US Postal Service is wanting to close down the newest building, possibly selling it for $1.3 million.
