Who was the first Postmaster General?

"...Postal service in the United States was greatly influenced by Benjamin Franklin who was appointed Postmaster of Philadelphia in 1737, Joint Postmaster General of the colonies for the Crown in 1753, and Postmaster for the United Colonies in 1775. Through Franklin's efforts, the length of time for mail service between major cities in the colonies was cut in half. ..."    

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Ben Franklin produced the first catalog in the U.S.

Benny does catalogs

"...You know I don't like to brag, but I was reminded by the postal newsgroup that I was the very first customer to send out a mail order catalog. It only happen..."    

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Social Studies Teacher Blogs About Ben Franklin

Ben Franklin’s Post Office

"...have collected stamps off & on since I was in the 4th grade. I collect stamps from all over the world but I mostly enjoy United States stamps. I think the reason I love stamps is because there is history in stamps. Commemorative stamps do just that..."    

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