The Postal Deficit (Classic Reprint): An Examination of Some of the Legislative and Administrative Aspects of a Great State Industry: An Examination ... of a Great State Industry (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Hook line: Discover how a vast postal system balances service, cost, and public funding to keep mail moving across a nation.
The book examines the financial operations of the U.S. Post Office Department around the turn of the 20th century, explaining why deficits appeared even as service expanded. It analyzes how rates and subsidies affect different regions and classes of mail, and it explores the role of railways in shaping postage costs.
What you will experience
- A clear look at the concept of a postal deficit and what drives it
- Insight into how rates have changed and why people debate the right balance of charges
- Discussion of the railway mail pay system and its impact on public costs
- A examined debate around reforms and the risks of altering established funding
Ideal for readers of history, public policy, and economic analysis of government services.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the fascinating world of the United States postal system with this captivating narrative. Explore the historical evolution of the vital service from its humble beginnings to its current multifaceted operations. The book unveils the intricate relationship between the Post Office Department and the nation's railway network, disentangling the complexities of railway mail compensation. Witness the remarkable expansion of the postal system, driven by the principle of universal accessibility, and discover how it has profoundly shaped the social and economic fabric of the United States. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the author presents a comprehensive analysis of the issues surrounding railway mail pay, shedding light on the ongoing debate between proponents of cost-based compensation and advocates of a revenue-generating postal service. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781332084487_0
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