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1839 Boston folded letter w/ "Paid 43 oz or $32.25" postage to Abraham Bell, NY
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1839 Boston folded letter w/ "Paid 43 oz or $32.25" postage to Abraham Bell, NY

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This wrapper was on the top of a bundle of letters which weighed 43 ounces. Since most letters were under the maximum single letter weight, it is probable the bundle carried well in excess of 200 "single letters.".

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