02570cam a22003373u 4500 52996 UtSlPG 20260610134224.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11035968 UtSlPG en iso639-1 HE Phelps, Edith M., 1881-1980 Selected Articles on the Parcels Post Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Debaters' Handbook Series Release date is 2016-09-06 Produced by MWS, Adrian Mastronardi, The Philatelic Digital Library Project at http://www.tpdlp.net and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Selected Articles on the Parcels Post" by Edith M. Phelps is a collection of articles written in the early 20th century, specifically around 1911. This work explores various arguments surrounding the establishment and expansion of a parcels post system in the United States, contrasting it with systems in other countries. The book compiles opinions regarding the financial and social implications of such a system, examining both its potential benefits and drawbacks. The opening portion introduces the topic of the parcels post, detailing the historical context and the competing perspectives surrounding its implementation. It highlights the ongoing debate among policymakers and industry stakeholders, emphasizing the recommendations of past Postmasters-General for expanding the current parcels service, which is limited in weight and high in cost. The introduction presents supporting arguments from proponents who believe in the modernization and enhancement of postal services to better support the public, alongside the concerns of detractors who fear economic disadvantages for local businesses and rural communities. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for further in-depth discussions on the merits and challenges of a parcels post system as seen through various lenses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Parcel post -- United States Debaters' Handbook Series https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52996 93830 93830