Name/Title
Mail ReceiptEntry/Object ID
Q1430.635.137bDescription
Two copies of a Mail receipt postmarked March 1, 1921, St. Joseph, Missouri Vol. II, pg. 137b
A postal receipt for insured mail, marked as "Form 3813" with a number "51189." It specifies indemnity fees of 3 cents to 25 cents for values up to 100 dollars. It states: "This receipt represents a parcel insured and must be presented in the event of application for indemnity." Additionally, it instructs the sender to write the addressee’s details on the back. There's a section for employee initials to indicate items like fragile goods and a bold reminder: "DO NOT LOSE THIS RECEIPT." The receipt also features a purple postmark dated “MAR 1 1921" and instructs claims must be filed with the postmaster within six months of mailing.Subject
St. Joseph, MissouriSubject Person/Organization
Harry L. George CollectionCollection
Harry L. George Collection