The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone by Robert Charles Tombs
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"The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone" by Robert Charles Tombs is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the evolution of postal services in Bristol, detailing significant developments from 1532 to 1899, including various key figures such as Ralph Allen, a notable reformer in the postal system. Through its chapters, the text not only chronicles the progression of mail services but also touches on
the rich history connected to the city’s postal environment. At the start of the work, the author introduces the early evolution of mail services, noting the use of special messengers before the establishment of official post offices. The narrative highlights the gradual improvements made over time, such as the introduction of cross posts and mail coaches, particularly focusing on the influence of pivotal figures like Ralph Allen, whose contributions significantly enhanced Bristol's postal network. The opening sets a foundational understanding of how postal services transformed from early ad hoc arrangements into a more organized and efficient system, providing insight into the challenges and triumphs that shaped mail delivery in Bristol through the centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tombs, Robert Charles, 1842-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 40036553 |
| Title | The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone |
| Credits |
Produced by Adrian Mastronardi, Henry Gardiner, The Philatelic Digital Library Project at www.tpdlp.net and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Postal service -- England -- Bristol |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34197 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 662 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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