This is a historical letter written by William T. Barry, then Postmaster General, to the House of Representatives of the United States. Dated March 2, 1835, the ""Letter Of William T. Barry, Postmaster General, To The House Of Representatives Of The United States: Reviewing The Report Of The Select Committee Of That House, Appointed To Investigate The Affairs Of The Post Office Department"" serves as a formal response to a congressional investigation into the Post Office Department. This document provides insight into the operations and challenges faced by the postal service during the early 19th century in the United States. It offers a valuable primary source for understanding the political and administrative landscape of the time, as well as the role of the postal service in the developing nation. Scholars and historians will find this letter a crucial resource for research on American history, postal history, and governmental oversight.
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