Postal Bulletin 22144 - December 23, 2004 - USPS.com

2 POSTAL BULLETIN 22144 (12-23-04) 

CONTENTS 

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USPSNEWS@WORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 

Customer Relations 

Mail Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 

National Consumer Protection Week: National Consumer 

Protection Week: Work-at-Home Scams — They Just Don’t 

Pay! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 

Publicity Kit: Black History Month/Marian Anderson . . . . . . 12 

Domestic Mail 

Publication 109 Revision: Online Version of Publication 109 

Updated With Revised Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 

Employees 

ELM Revision: Back Pay Claims for Erroneous Retirement 

Separation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 

Handbook Revisions: Powered Industrial Trucks . . . . . . . . 38 

Pull-Out Section 

Fraud Alert 

Withholding of Mail Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 

Invalid Express Mail Corporate Account Numbers . . . . . . . . 42 

Missing, Lost, or Stolen U.S. Money Order Forms . . . . . . . . 44 

Missing, Lost, or Stolen Canadian Money Order Forms . . . 49 

Counterfeit Canadian Money Order Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 

Toll-Free Number Available to Verify Canadian Money 

Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 

Other Information 

Overseas Military Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Poster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 

Notice to All Employees: Thrift Savings Plan Fact Sheet . . 59 

PS Form 1412 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 

Health Benefits Open Season: New Deadline Poster . . . . . 63 

Employees (Continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 

Notice: Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Open 

Season: Acceptance of Belated Elections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 

Finance 

Handbook F-1 Revision: Changes to Account Identifier 

Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 

Revised Handbook: Handbook F-1, Post Office Accounting 

Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 

Clarification/Handbook F-1 Revision: Cash Retained/Cash 

Reserves Authorization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 

Revised Form: PS Form 1412, Daily Financial Report . . . . 72 

Notice: 2005 Pay Dates, Organization Dues, and Leave 

Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 

International Mail 

IMM Revision: Change in U.S. Dollar and Special Drawing 

Right Conversion Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 

IMM Revision: Changes in Parcel Post Size Limits for New 

Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 

IMM Revision: Alternative Mail Sacks for International 

Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 

Urgent Reminder: Properly Addressing International Mail . 83 

ICM Updates: International Customized Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 

Licensing 

Promotions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 

Philately 

Stamp Announcement 05-02: Marian Anderson Stamp . . . 89 

Update to Stamp Announcement 05-01: Lunar New Year 

Souvenir Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 

Correction and Addition: Lunar New Year Souvenir Sheet 91 

Notice: Heroes of 2001 Semipostal Stamps Withdrawn From 

Regular Sale and From Sale at Philatelic Centers — Statutory 

Authority Expires December 31, 2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 

Pictorial Cancellations Announcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 

Special Cancellation Die Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 

Post Offices 

Handbook PO-701 Revision: Warranty Claims and Defect 

Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 

Mover’s Guide News: January 2005 Mover’s Guide Now 

Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 

2004 IRS Tax Packages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 

Retail 

Correction: Stamps by Mail Print Schedule for 2005 . . . . . 101 

Supply Management 

Correction: Redistributing and Ordering Rotary Locks . . . . 101 

Notice: Renting Custodial Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 

Postal Bulletin Index 

Semiannual Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PB 22132 (7-8-04) 

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POSTAL BULLETIN 22144 (12-23-04) 

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USPSNEWS@WORK 

NAPS President Vincent Palladino dies: 

Longtime NAPS officer was in his 13 th 

year as president 

National Association of Postal Supervisors (NAPS) 

President Vincent Palladino died unexpectedly at his 

Arlington, VA, home yesterday. He was 69. Palladino was 

elected to his seventh consecutive two-year term as president 

of NAPS at the organization’s 59th national convention 

in Kansas City, MO, in August. 

Calling Palladino a close friend and ardent advocate for 

his membership and the Postal Service, PMG Jack Potter 

said Palladino represented NAPS members well. 

“I also knew that when I needed an informal opinion on 

postal issues, I could always turn to Vince. I valued his experience, 

perspectives and candor,” Potter said. “He was 

devoted to his family, a mentor to many and a friend to all.” 

“Vince Palladino’s passing is a loss not only to NAPS, 

but to the entire postal community,” said NAPS Executive 

Vice President Ted Keating, who assumes the NAPS presidency. 

“Vince possessed a keen insight into the problems 

facing the Postal Service and didn’t hesitate to voice his 

opinion on how they might be addressed.” 

Palladino represented more than 35,000 active and retired 

postal supervisors, managers and postmasters. Before 

being elected NAPS president in 1992, he served as 

the organization’s executive vice president for six years. He 

testified before the President’s Commission on the U.S. 

Postal Service in 2003, suggesting new ways the Postal 

Service could operate and still bring in money. 

Palladino began his career as a letter carrier in Staten 

Island, NY, in 1960. He was later promoted to foreman of 

mails and then station manager in 1970. Prior to joining the 

Postal Service, Palladino served in the U.S. Air Force for 

four years. 

FY ’04 a fiscal success: Surplus 

revenues tempered by shifting mail 

volumes 

The Transformation Plan is working. 

That’s the word from the Board of Governors year-end 

meeting, where it was reported the Postal Service achieved 

a surplus for the second consecutive fiscal year, with a net 

income of $3.1 billion on revenues of $69 billion. 

Postmaster General Potter said we’ve achieved USPS 

business goals in 2004 to improve service, reduce costs 

and continue to build our business. 

The good news was tempered by comments that marketplace 

forces are changing the character of the mail and 

could threaten Postal Service financial viability in future 

years with First-Class Mail pieces projected to fall below 

Standard Mail pieces as the largest volume product. Chief 

Financial Officer Richard Strasser said this shift in mail mix 

to lower revenue-per-piece mail classes will result in shrinking 

margins which are used to maintain universal service. 

Strasser told the Board that total revenue reached $69 

billion — an increase of $265 million over last year. First- 

Class Mail service brought in revenue of $36.4 billion, Standard 

Mail service, $18.1 billion and other products and 

services, $14.5 billion. 

Total mail volume rose nearly 4 billion pieces to 206 billion, 

mostly in Standard Mail pieces. First-Class Mail pieces 

declined by 1.1 billion pieces, for a third straight year of 

decline. 

Expenses were $900 million below plan and debt was 

reduced to $1.8 billion, down from a high of $11 billion two 

years ago. Productivity increased for the fifth consecutive 

year, while workhours were reduced by 21 million. 

Potter noted that USPS will continue to pursue its Transformation 

Plan strategies, leveraging resources to build the 

business. 

“While these strategies have resulted in historic productivity 

levels and cost savings over the last few years, we 

must recognize that additional efforts to take costs out of 

the system will require fundamental structural changes,” 

Potter said. 

The Transformation Plan will help USPS secure a future 

for universal mail service at affordable rates and give it the 

tools to protect regular mail and ensure a sound national 

system well into the future. Take a look at the progress 

we’re making in implementing the plan — go to 

www.usps.com; click on About USPS & News; then Organization 

Information, then Office of Strategic Planning, then 

Transformation Plan, then Transformation Plan Progress 

Report — November 2004. 

USPS orders 300,000 scanners: 

Scanning the horizon 

The Postal Service will order more than 300,000 intelligent 

mail devices from Motorola, under a three-year contract 

awarded to the company recently. The devices will


replace the mobile data collection device used by carriers 

and other employees for Delivery Confirmation service 

and other applications. 

The 16-oz. intelligent mail scanners will be equipped to 

read signatures and the varieties of USPS barcodes and labels 

that capture information about mail as it moves 

through the distribution network. 

“This new generation of handheld scanning devices will 

help us provide postal customers with information about 

their mail — information they can use to better manage resources 

and increase responsiveness to their customers,” 

says Senior Vice President of Intelligent Mail and Address 

Quality Charlie Bravo. 

Deployment will take place from summer 2005 through 

2006. 

Gift cards galore: Starbucks joins 

NetPost CardStore gift card service 

Brighten the holiday season for someone special with a 

gift card tucked inside a personalized greeting created purchased 

online at NetPost CardStore — www.usps.com/ 

cardstore. 

Choose a greeting from the full gallery of images — or 

upload your own photos for a truly unique card. Then pick 

the perfect gift card in amounts of $25 to $200 from stores 

like Bed, Bath & Beyond, Circuit City or Lowe’s, participating 

grocery and drug stores, Barnes & Noble, Starbucks 

and restaurants including Chili’s, Corner Bakery Café, Macaroni 

Grill, On The Border and Big Bowl Asian Kitchen. 

USPS custom prints your cards and mails them the next 

business day. 

With NetPost gift cards, you’re eligible for an Employee 

Deals discount. Enter “GiftCard” in the promotion code, recalculate 

your charges and save $2.50 each time you order 

a gift card worth $25 or more. Greeting cards only? Enter 

“Employee” in the promotion code and recalculate for up to 

62 percent off the purchase price. 

Walk a mile in her shoes: Postal 

Ambassador Gina Mendoza-Telck to 

appear in Prevention magazine 

When the American Podiatric Medical Association released 

a report saying that 75 percent of Americans experience 

foot pain at some time in their lives — and that women 

were four times as likely as men to develop it — Prevention 

magazine decided to interview five women whose careers 

“keep them on their toes.” 

When it comes to pounding a beat, few jobs require 

more walking than a city letter carrier. Prevention chose 

Postal Ambassador Gina Mendoza-Telck to be one of the 

women featured. Mendoza’s interview will appear in the 

April issue. 

Discovering NSAs: Financial firm 

adopts negotiated service agreement 

Discover Financial Services and the Postal Service 

have entered into a negotiated service agreement (NSA) 

that encourages more use of the mail and benefits both 

organizations. 

Under the terms approved by the USPS governors, Discover 

will earn lower First-Class Mail rates for volume in excess 

of 405 million pieces in the first year of the agreement. 

In exchange, Discover will accept electronic information 

about undeliverable-as-addressed First-Class Mail in lieu 

of receiving the actual mail. This will result in significant 

cost savings for USPS. 

“NSAs are one of the important business strategies outlined 

in our Transformation Plan,” said Pricing and 

Classification Vice President Stephen Kearney. “These 

agreements allow us to do what millions of companies and 

organizations around the world do — work individually with 

customers to develop pricing and service incentives that 

benefit both parties and ultimately, all customers.” 

Safety in numbers: Fewer accidents 

mean safer employees 

Since 2001 when USPS began using Occupational 

Safety and Health Administration’s Occupational Injuries 

and Illnesses (OII) program to track safety performance, 

Olls have been reduced by more than 25,000 incidents. 

That’s a credit to safety and every employee who follows 

safe work practices. 

Increased safety awareness has led to a decline in motor 

vehicle accidents, too. There were nearly 3,000 fewer 

accidents in 2004 than in 2001. 

Total them all up to get the big safety picture. In 2001, 

USPS had almost 146,000 total accidents. By 2004, that 

number was down to just over 109,000 — about 37,000 

fewer accidents. 

Working safely — it’s something we can all live with. 

Head for the mall 

Magazine Mall has thousands of sports, fitness, entertainment, 

business, news, games, political titles and many 

more. Shoppers save up to 85 percent on holiday gifts. 

USPS employees receive an additional 15 percent off the 

sale prices. To order, go to www.usps.com/magazines, select 

the magazines you want and pay by check, major credit 

card or money order.


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Customer Relations 

Mail Alert 

The mailings below will be deposited in the near future. 

Offices should honor the requested home delivery dates. 

Mailers wishing to participate in these alerts, for mailings of 

1 million pieces or more, should contact Business Service 

Network Integration at 202-268-2225 at least 1 month preceding 

the requested delivery dates. The Postal Service 

also offers electronic Mail Alerts via ADVANCE. For more 

information, see the ADVANCE Notification & Tracking 

System Technical Guide on the Internet at 

http://www.ribbs.usps.gov/files/advance/ADVTECH.PDF or 

contact the National Customer Support Center at 

800-458-3181. 

Title of Mailing 

JCP Week 48 60% Clearance 

Costco “Wallet” 

JCP Week 49 Salon 

Seventh Avenue 

Class and 

Type of 

Mail 

Standard/ 

Letter 

Standard/ 

Letter 

Standard/ 

Letter 

Standard/ 

Catalog 

Requested 

Delivery 

Dates 

Number 

of Pieces 

(Millions) Distribution Presort Level Comments 

12/27/04–12/29/04 12.2 Nationwide Car-Rt Harte-Hanks 

12/28/04–1/4/05 17.0 Nationwide Barcoded, Segerdahl 

3/5-Digit, Car-Rt 

12/29/04–12/31/04 1.6 Nationwide Car-Rt Harte-Hanks 

1/3/05–1/7/05 2.0 Nationwide Barcoded, Basic, 

3/5-Digit, Car-Rt 

Quad Graphics, 

Lomira, WI 

— Business Service Network Integration, Service and Market Development, 12-23-04 

NATIONAL CONSUMER PROTECTION WEEK 

National Consumer Protection Week: Work-at-Home Scams — They Just Don’t Pay! 

February 6–12, 2005, has been designated National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW). The U.S. Postal Service ® 

Consumer Advocate’s office and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service are partnering to educate consumers about fraudulent 

work-at-home schemes and to provide consumers with the tools and information needed to combat this fraud. During NCPW, 

other federal, state, and local consumer protection agencies — together with consumer organizations and industry associations 

— also are launching consumer protection and education efforts around the country. The Postal Service campaign for 

2005 carries a simple but powerful warning: Don’t open your door to work-at-home fraud. 

Work-at-Home Fraud 

The opportunity to work from home is becoming a popular and attractive option for many — from stay-at-home moms to 

college students to retirees. According to the 2000 Census, more than 4 million people in the United States work at home 

every day, and the numbers are increasing. So it should come as no surprise that work-at-home scams offering jobs that pay 

“big financial rewards” have also grown in popularity. 

Although there are genuine jobs working at home, many “offers” are bogus. You’ve seen the ads: Earn $50 to $200 per 

hour at Home! Start Your Own Home Business and Make $1000 a day! Envelope Stuffing Jobs Now Available! 

Whether the offer comes by phone or e-mail, appears in a flyer or newspaper ad, or arrives in the mail, thousands of 

people respond to these ads. But not all work-at-home opportunities deliver on their promises. Work-at-home schemes will 

not guarantee regular salaried employment, and almost all require the consumer make an “up-front” investment of money for 

products or instructions before the consumer gets an explanation of how the plan works. And the “work” promised often continues 

the fraud by getting other victims involved. Consumers deceived by these scams have lost thousands of dollars, in 

addition to their time and energy.


Common Work-at-Home Schemes 

Con artists know working at home sounds attractive. That’s why they place such ads. Here are some of the more common 

fraudulent work-at-home opportunities: 

Envelope stuffing: In this scam, promoters offer a money-making opportunity stuffing envelopes at home — for a 

“small fee.” But victims do not receive a job. Instead, the victims pay the promoter who then provides them with the 

details of the scheme. The details are simple: contact other potential “employees” with an offer to make money stuffing 

envelopes and then sell the new recruits the details of the scheme. Typically, there is nothing to stuff. The fraud depends 

on the continuous recruitment of people to whom the sponsor can offer the same plan. The reality is that the 

envelope stuffing process has become a highly automated and mechanized operation. Businesses use sophisticated 

computer software and mail-processing equipment to generate addresses and insert letters into envelopes. This eliminates 

any profit potential for an individual doing this type of work at home. Postal Inspectors know of no work-at-home 

envelope stuffing promotion that ever produces income as promised. 

Product assembly and craft work: These programs often require victims to buy supplies and instructions for assembling 

simple toys or other products in their home. The victim spends many hours producing items such as baby booties, 

plastic signs, or toy clowns for a company that has promised to buy the products. However, after the victim has purchased 

the supplies and equipment and has performed the work, the promoter often decides not to pay because the 

work does not meet certain “quality standards.” Unfortunately, with these promoters, no work ever meets their 

“standards,” and the victim is left with merchandise that is difficult or impossible to sell. With no market for the product, 

the victim wastes time and money. 

Reshipping: These scams involve the receiving and reshipping of merchandise often ordered online to locations that 

are usually overseas. The work-at-home shipper is told that he or she can make substantial amounts of money by 

receiving, repackaging, and then mailing the merchandise to the foreign addresses. However, the shipper is unaware 

the merchandise has been paid for with stolen or fraudulent credit cards. In effect, the shipper becomes part of a fencing 

operation by receiving stolen goods and then mailing the goods to the promoter. The promoters, often based in a 

foreign country, are outside the reach of U.S. law enforcement and are able to cover their tracks to evade capture. The 

victim, however, is easily tracked and implicated in the crime. 

This fraudulent work-at-home scam presents other drawbacks. Individuals attracted to work-at-home employment 

through advertisements posted on popular Internet job Web sites often are required to provide personal information. 

This means the prospective “employee” might be asked to submit Social Security Number, date of birth, and sensitive 

bank account information. Once “employees” are hired, they immediately begin receiving packages for reshipping at 

their residence. Unfortunately, the promoter now has personal information about the new “employee” which often is 

later used in identity fraud. 

Another drawback is the “pay.” Payment to employees usually arrives in the form of a third-party cashier’s check, rather 

than a regular paycheck. The check often is larger than the payment due to the employees for their reshipping services. 

The employee is instructed to cash the check and electronically forward the excess amount to an overseas bank 

account. Ultimately, the bank will discover the cashier’s check is bogus, and the victim will be liable for repaying the full 

amount of the check. At this point, “employees” realize they have not only fallen victim to a scam, but that the operators 

of the scam now possess their personal information. 

Multilevel Marketing: Multilevel marketing, a direct sales system, is a well-established, legitimate form of business 

often promoted as a work-at-home opportunity. Many people have successfully sold the products of reputable companies 

to their neighbors and co-workers. These people are independent distributors who sell popular products and also 

recruit other distributors to join them. On the other hand, illegitimate pyramid schemes can resemble these legitimate 

direct sales systems. An obvious difference is that the emphasis is on recruiting others to join the program, not on 

selling the product. For a time, new recruits who make the investment to buy product samples keep money coming into 

the system, but very few products are sold. Sooner or later, the people on the bottom of the pyramid scheme are stuck 

with a saturated market, and they cannot make money by selling products or recruiting. When the whole system collapses, 

only a few people at the top have made money — and those at the bottom have lost their investment.


How Does the Postal Service Help to Prevent Mail Fraud Scams? 

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The Mail Fraud Statute is the oldest and most effective consumer protection statute, and Postal Inspectors have been 

using that statute to preserve the integrity of the U.S. Mail since the law was enacted in 1872. Postal Inspection Service 

efforts have combined vigorous enforcement of the law with public education, consumer awareness, and crime prevention 

programs. Postal Inspectors work with local, state, federal, and international law enforcement agencies — as well as a variety 

of bank and credit card issuers, financial institutions, retail merchants, credit bureaus, and other industry sources — to help 

prevent all types of mail fraud schemes and to educate consumers. 

What Can You Do to Protect Yourself From Becoming Work-at-Home Fraud Victims? 

Ask questions! Every year, thousands of people and businesses are victimized by fraudulent schemes. In general, you 

should be skeptical of any offer that sounds “too good to be true.” Legitimate work-at-home program sponsors should provide 

information in writing about the program they are offering. Postal Inspectors offer these tips to help you evaluate questionable 

offers: 

Closely examine the ad or offer. The company may not be offering to employ you directly, only to sell you training and 

materials and to find customers for your work. A legitimate company will be happy to give you information about exactly 

what you will be doing and for whom. 

Check out the company. Research work-at-home opportunities through online sources or in the “Work-At-Home 

Sourcebook” and other resources that may be available in your local library. These resources provide good advice and 

list legitimate companies that hire people to work for them at home. Also check out the company with the Better 

Business Bureau, state Attorney General, or local consumer protection agency. 

Steer clear of “start-up” fees. Fraudulent promoters often ask for upfront payments for software, business kits, supplies, 

membership fees, or lists of hiring companies. Find out what the total cost is for the work-at-home program and 

what you will get for your money. 

Know the refund policy. If you must purchase equipment or supplies, ask if, and under what circumstances, you can 

return the material for a refund. 

Find out if there is really a market for your work. Claims that there is a market for work such as envelope stuffing 

and craft making may not be true. If the company says it has customers waiting, ask for the names of the customers 

and contact them to confirm. Get references for other people who are doing the work. Ask the references if the company 

has kept its promises. 

Be suspicious. Beware of advertisements that make unbelievable claims about job opportunities. Particularly be wary 

of any job offer that doesn’t pay a regular salary or involves an overseas company. 

Take your time. Don’t be pressured into making a quick decision. Con artists make a living on their victims’ poor judgment. 

Be smart. Seek advice and double check the “facts.” 

Don’t believe that you can make big profits easily. Operating a home-based business is just like any other business — it 

requires hard work, skill, good products or services, and time to make a profit. There is no easy way to wealth. A consumer’s 

good judgment is the first, last, and best line of defense against the con artist. 

Who Should You Call if You Are the Victim of a Work-at-Home Scam? 

If you have spent time and money on a work-at-home program you believe may not be legitimate, you should contact the 

company and ask for a refund. If a refund is not forthcoming, tell the promoter you plan to notify law enforcement officials. 

Keep careful records of everything you do to recover your money. Document phone calls, keep copies of all paperwork such 

as letters and receipts, and record all costs involved. You should also file a complaint with the following: 

Postal Inspectors. Responsible for enforcing the Mail Fraud Statute. You can file a fraud complaint at the local Post 

Office, by calling 800 FRAUD IS (800-372-8347) or online at www.usps.com/postalinspectors. 

The Federal Trade Commission. Works for the consumer to prevent fraud and deception. Call 877-FTC-HELP 

(877-382-4357) or log on to www.ftc.gov. 

The Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org. 

Your state Attorney General’s office. 

Your local consumer protection office. 

The publication in which the ad appeared. Contact the publication’s advertising manager.


What is the Postal Service Doing for National Consumer Protection Week? 

Postmasters and Facility Managers 

Postmasters and facility managers are encouraged to join in this annual consumer awareness effort by sponsoring or 

supporting local activities during NCPW, February 6–12, 2005. 

District Consumer Affairs and Claims Manager 

The district Consumer Affairs and Claims manager should serve as a consultant and resource for postmasters and managers 

planning NCPW activities. The district Consumer Affairs and Claims office also serves as the clearinghouse for additional 

information and materials. 

Getting Started 

Many of you are old hands at arranging local community events. Nevertheless, the following is a list of guidelines to keep 

in mind as you plan your program. Remember to use leverage — of time, people, and resources — to make your job easier 

and to increase your results. 

Start early. It takes time to put together a team, agree on a concept, implement plans, invite guests, publicize events, 

and coordinate the participation of others. The sooner you begin the more options you are likely to have. 

Create a planning committee to develop and coordinate your event or activities. Many hands not only make light work, 

they bring ideas and perspectives that can produce better results. 

Involve your local Postal Service team early in the planning process. Your local Postal Inspector is an expert on fraud 

prevention and can be a key participant in any event. The Area Public Affairs and Communications team can help with 

media outreach and publicity. Headquarters Government Relations representatives can help invite local elected officials 

to participate, and your district Consumer Affairs team can provide ideas and support. 

Join the crowd. After all, this is National Consumer Protection Week. Find out if other organizations or agencies are 

planning events and see if they would like Postal Service participation. Local media might even be planning special 

consumer segments. And public access channels might be thrilled to run the Inspection Service Work-at-Home Scams: 

They Just Don’t Pay! video as a public service. 

Realize that small is good, too. Perhaps flyers and a video in the office lobby are all you have time for. 

Finally, think about your audience. In your community, how do you reach the elderly, the unemployed, the underemployed, 

and others who are most vulnerable to the “make big money at home” pitch? 

Suggested Activities 

Listed below are suggested activities to highlight the week’s event: 

Have a NCPW kick-off and open house. Show the Work-at-Home Scams: They Just Don’t Pay! video produced by the 

Postal Inspection Service. All Post Offices will receive a VHS copy of this short film via a direct mailing similar to what 

occurred with the Dialing for Dollars investment fraud prevention tape in October. The VHS tapes will be mailed out in 

advance of NCPW. You can order a DVD version at 800-STAMP-24 (800-782-6724) or online at www.usps.compostalinspectors 

after February 6, 2005. Invite a local expert to speak. A local Postal Inspector would be perfect, but a representative 

from a consumer advocacy group or an appropriate regulatory body would also be good. 

Partner with other federal agencies, community groups, educational institutions, and businesses to sponsor educational 

workshops or seminars for consumers with special needs. 

Hold a joint press conference with another consumer agency and include a local Postal Inspector. The Postal Inspector 

can discuss work-at-home fraud both from a national and a community perspective. 

Work with a local Postal Inspector to inform senior citizens about work-at-home schemes. Hold seminars at local retirement 

communities. Postal Inspectors can discuss recent fraudulent schemes and steps to prevent older Americans 

from becoming victims. 

Provide your Postal Service employees with information about NCPW activities planned for your area. 

Set up a booth at a busy shopping area and distribute fact sheets about work-at-home fraud and other consumer information. 

Show the Work-at-Home Scams: They Just Don’t Pay! video.


And, while you are at it, let customers know about the other consumer services offered by the Postal Service, such as 

the new Internet hold, redelivery, and carrier pickup services, and ReadyPost ® products. Suggest customers visit 

www.usps.com. 

Event Planning Checklist 

When planning National Consumer Protection Week events, keep the following suggestions in mind: 

Begin planning early. 

Contact your local Postal Service team — Postal Inspectors, Public Affairs and Communications managers, Consumer 

Affairs and Claims managers, and Government Relations representatives — to see how they can help support and 

participate in the work-at-home fraud prevention events in your city. 

Set a date. 

Secure participants. 

Acquire posters, videos, fact sheets, brochures, and other supplies for the event. 

Prepare a special pictorial cancellation, if applicable. 

Secure staging and sound equipment, if applicable. 

Plan signage, including a podium, sign, and banners. 

Launch a local publicity campaign using the materials suggested in this article. 

Draft a sequence-of-events agenda and speaker remarks. 

Plan retail opportunities (i.e., booth, bag stuffers, etc.) 

Prepare ceremony programs and invitations. 

Postal Brochures Useful for National Consumer Protection Week 

The work-at-home information provided in this Postal Bulletin article, fraud-prevention publications and booklets, and the 

U.S. Postal Inspection Service video are among your most important communication tools to educate the public about workat-home 

scams. 

Following is a list of Postal Service publications that may be useful as handouts for customers during NCPW. They also 

serve as good resource material for postmasters and managers when preparing for the week’s events. 

The publications are available in PDF format on the Postal Service PolicyNet Web site. Go to http://blue.usps.gov/cpim 

and click on PUBs. The publications are also available on the Internet at www.usps.com; click on About USPS & News, then 

Forms & Publications, then Postal Periodicals & Publications, and then Publications (either PDF Format or Text Format). 

Note: The sites contain several publications that are out of stock and cannot be ordered from the MDC. These include 

Publication 280, Identity Theft, Safeguard Your Personal Information; Publication 281-S, No Muerda el Anzuelo (Don’t Bite 

the Hook, fraud by phone and mail); and Publication 546, Sweepstakes Advertising. The Postal Inspection Service DVD titled 

Work-at-Home Scams: They Just Don’t Pay! will be available for individual customer orders starting Monday, February 7, 

2005. The DVD can be ordered directly from the Stamp Fulfillment Center by calling 800-STAMPS-24 or online at 

www.usps.com/postalinspectors. Postmasters will receive a direct mailing of a VHS copy in advance of NCPW. 

You can also order these publications from the Material Distribution Center (MDC) by using touch tone order entry (TTOE): 

Call 800-332-0317, option 2. 

Note: You must be registered to use TTOE. To register, call 800-332-0317, option 1, extension 2925, and follow the 

prompts to leave a message. (Wait 48 hours after registering before placing your first order.) 

Use the following information to order these publications: 

Quick 

Min. 

Pick Unit of Order Bulk 

Edition 

Title PSIN PSN 

Number Measure Qty. Pack Price Date 

Consumer and 

Business Guide to 

Preventing Mail Fraud 

PUB 300-A 7610-04-000-6949 426 EA 25 300 $0.1938 07/99 

7610-04-000-6950 N/A EA 1 300 $0.3964 07/99 

Consumer and 

Business Guide to 

Preventing Mail Fraud 

(Spanish) 

PUB 

300-A-S 

9


Quick 

Min. 

Pick Unit of Order Bulk 

Edition 

Title PSIN PSN 

Number Measure Qty. Pack Price Date 

Consumer Fraud by PUB 281 7610-02-000-9388 N/A EA 100 1,800 $0.032 05/03 

Phone or Mail 

Because The Mail PUB 162 7610-05-000-5085 N/A EA 1 200 $0.2997 04/03 

Matters 

Misleading 

Advertisements: 

Media Guidelines 

PUB 257 7610-03-000-9174 465 EA 1 500 $0.1731 01/03 

NCPW Poster 

The following poster (see page 11) is included with each Work-at-Home Scams: They Just Don’t Pay! DVD. It can also be 

downloaded at http://www.usps.com/postalinspectors. 

— Field Support and Integration, Office of Consumer Advocate, 12-23-04


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Black History Month/Marian Anderson 

Community Relations Publicity Kit 

December 2004 

DISTRICT MANAGERS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND SALES 

POSTMASTERS 

SUBJECT: Black History Month 

We celebrate Black History Month, reflecting on the progress, richness, and diversity of African-American achievements. 

Although February has been designated as the official month to celebrate Black history, every day is an occasion to highlight 

the monumental significance of African-American contributions and the vital role they have played in shaping America’s 

history. 

This year, Black History Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the Black Heritage commemorative stamp 

series and the 2005 honoree, Marian Anderson. The achievements of operatic and concert star Marian Anderson will be 

commemorated on a stamp Jan. 27 during the first day-of-issue ceremony at the Daughters of the Americans Revolution 

(DAR) Constitution Hall, Washington, DC. That location is significant. Anderson was victimized by racism in 1939 when DAR 

refused to make its Washington, DC, Constitution Hall available due to a “white artist only” policy. First Lady Eleanor 

Roosevelt, who witnessed Anderson’s performance at a White House dinner, left the DAR and made arrangements for 

Anderson to perform before an audience of 75,000 at the Lincoln Memorial. Anderson later participated in the March on 

Washington in 1963 to again perform at the Lincoln Memorial. 

We encourage you to host special events in your community throughout the month of February, highlighting the achievements 

of Marian Anderson and others honored in the Black Heritage series. Take advantage of Black History Month by 

inspiring both children and adults to learn more about African-American history through the educational hobby of stamp 

collecting. 

The Marian Anderson commemorative stamp will be issued on January 27, 2005, and Black History Month launches 

nationally on February 1. The enclosed publicity kit provides a step-by-step guide to help you plan your local Black History 

Month and Marian Anderson stamp dedication events and activities. The kit includes the following: 

Suggestions to generate publicity. 

Fill-in news releases for Black History Month events. 

A letter to the editor you can send to local newspapers announcing Black History Month/Marian Anderson stamp ceremonies/events. 

Sample media advisory, public service announcement, and thank you notes. 

Talking points for a speech to be given during local community events. 

Public Affairs and Communications contacts. 

Government Relations contacts.


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Please use this Black History Month Community Relations Publicity Kit to help develop and plan your local events. Be sure to 

keep your Public Affairs and Communications Field Communications manager informed of your activities. Your support of this 

year’s Black History Month is vital to its success. 

Azeezaly S. Jaffer 

Vice President 

Public Affairs & Communications 

cc: 

Vice Presidents, Area Operations 

Manager, Capital Metro Operations




PUBLICITY KIT 


Contents 

Publicity Ideas to Interest the Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 

Products and Licensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 

Licensing and Use of Marian Anderson Stamp Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 

Pictorial Cancellations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 

Pictorial Postmark Announcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 

Stamp Artwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 

Suggested Participating Organizations and Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 

Black Heritage Series Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 

Speech Segment and Talking Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 

Suggested Public Relations Timeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 

Public Service Announcement for Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 

Sample Press Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 

Sample Event Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 

Sample Letter to Local Newspaper Editor Thanking Residents for Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 

Participation of Public Officials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 

Sample Invitation to Public Officials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 

Sample Thank You Letter to Public Officials/Participanting Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 

Public Affairs and Communications Field Managers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 

Government Relations Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34


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Publicity Ideas to Interest the Media 

February Is Black History Month 

There are many ways to interest local media in your 

Black History Month or local dedication of the Marian 

Anderson stamp events. Following are some suggestions 

to capture media attention. 

Note: You can plan Black History Month events in conjunction 

with Marian Anderson local dedication stamp ceremonies. 

You should emphasize the fact that this is the 28th 

anniversary of the Black Heritage stamp series featuring 

Marian Anderson. 

Have a month-long Black History Month celebration 

involving employees and their families, school children 

and congressional, civic, and community leaders. 

Involve those people in helping to create a traveling 

or permanent African-American stamp collection 

exhibit that could either be placed in Post Office 

lobbies or taken to stamp events at libraries, schools, 

or museums throughout the month of February. Highlight 

a different honoree theme every week of the 

month. Some examples of different themes might include 

sports figures, entertainers, inventors, 

educators, leaders, and scientists. 

— Photo opportunity: Encourage media to cover the 

opening day of your exhibit. Media can take pictures 

of employees and community members setting 

up the exhibit to accompany an article about 

Black History Month. 

— Opening day of the exhibit: Feature unveilings of 

the Marian Anderson commemorative stamp and 

possibly other stamps in the Black Heritage 

series. Ask congressional, civic, and community 

leaders to participate in ceremonies. 

Invite children to design stamps about African- 

American history, and display their designs in the 

Post Office. Have local customers select the winners. 

Winners can be awarded Black Heritage or other 

commemorative stamp materials. 

Give presentations and workshops to local elementary 

schools, libraries, reading clubs, and community 

organizations like the Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts and the 

Rotary Club. 

Look for opportunities to partner with local philatelic 

organizations that may be sponsoring local exhibits 

or other events. Contact the American Classical Music 

Hall of Fame and Museum, International Music 

Association, Marian Anderson Theater, NAACP, 

Black Congressional Caucus, and University of 

Pennsylvania Library, where all of Anderson personal 

papers — including letters, music scores, programs, 

photographs, and sound recordings — are housed. 

Offer to speak, conduct workshops, or organize volunteers 

from among your staff to help. 

Help after-school programs set up stamp collecting 

clubs and share African-American history. Ask a local 

stamp collector to set up a display of stamp collecting 

tools and philatelic materials, such as tongs, magnifier, 

perforation gauge, albums, first-day covers, and 

so on. Go online to the American Philatelic Society’s 

Web site at www.stamps.org to find local chapters 

(including African-American stamp clubs) and affiliates 

that might be willing to help. 

Postal Service employees can find an electronic version 

of this kit at http://blue.usps.gov. Click References, then 

scroll down and click Postmaster Toolkits. Downloading the 

Microsoft Word version makes it easy to complete the fill-inthe-blank 

materials. 

Implement any of these ideas, combine them, or brainstorm 

with your employees and come up with ideas of your 

own. Using the publicity materials in this kit be sure to publicize 

each and every event to your local newspaper, radio, 

and television stations via press releases, media advisories, 

and letters to the media. Don’t forget to make follow-up 

telephone calls. 

Products and Licensing 

First Day Cover (single) Item #458061 $ 0.75 

Cultural Diary Page/Illustrated Envelope 

Set Item #458076 $12.95 

Cultural Keepsake (cover/pane) 

Item #458093 $ 8.15 

Cultural Diary (with pages and stamps) 

Item # 458096 $34.95 

The Postal Service is introducing a new philatelic product, 

Expressions of African Americans: A Cultural Diary, 

scheduled for release in late January. 

This unique collectible consists of a beautifully illustrated 

binder designed to hold current and future insert 

cards of African-American stamp issues as well as personal 

notes. The initial product offering will include the binder, 

insert cards, stamps, and mounts for four African-American 

issues from 2004 (Paul Robeson, Wilma Rudolph, James




Baldwin, and Kwanzaa), as well as a companion notepad 

for recording personal thoughts. 

Details 

The 10 x 13 inch binder features a montage of African- 

American historical photographs combined with rich textures 

and decorative elements rendered in warm earth 

tones of reds, golds, and browns. 

The interior, 8 1/2 x 11 inch wire-bound pages, is a deep 

brown and contain slits in all four corners to allow insertion 

of stamp issuance cards and notepad pages. 

Cultural Diary pages measure 7 3/8 x 10 inches and 

contain photographs of the featured stamp subject, biographical 

information, timeline, and memorable quotations. 

Cards are executed in tones designed to echo the color palette 

of the binder. There is also a reproduction of a stamp 

on each card to designate space for mounting the actual 

stamp. Cultural Diary pages will be produced for all future 

African-American issues and will include a separate stamp 

and mount. Separately retailing for $7.95, Cultural Diary 

Pages for 2005 include Marian Anderson, Arthur Ashe, and 

the “To Form A More Perfect Union” pane, which commemorates 

key events in the struggle for Civil Rights. 

The companion notepad included with the package is 

sized to match the diary pages so that the user can record 

personal thoughts and combine these personal pages in 

the binder with the stamp issuance cards. The pages can 

be rearranged as desired to create a uniquely individual 

album. 

This lovely and unusual product is an ideal vehicle to 

preserve thoughts from and about notable 

African-Americans, to generate interest in collecting 

stamps, and to create a family treasure. 

The Cultural Diary can be ordered by calling 

800-STAMP-24 or online at www.usps.com in the Postal 

Store. 

Licensing and Use of Marian Anderson 

Stamp Image 

Lapel pins, postcards, and magnets: 

US ALLEGIANCE INC 

63004 LAYTON AVE 

BEND OR 97701-3735 

Web: www.ipledge.com 

Telephone: 800-327-1402 

541-330-6282 

Fax: 800-622-8212 

For additional information about licensing and use of the 

Marian Anderson commemorative stamp image, please 

contact Licensing@usps.com. 

Pictorial Cancellations 

A pictorial cancellation has not been produced for the 

nation. Post Offices planning second-day events should 

feel free to design their own special pictorial postmark. As a 

reminder, the Postal Service must make all unusual postmarking 

services widely known to collectors through advance 

publicity to avoid limiting the availability of these 

postmarks. Therefore, all pictorial postmarks must be reported 

to the Stamp Development Office 3 weeks prior to 

local events. Please use the announcement form on the following 

page to report your use of a cancellation. 

Guidelines for Finalizing Marian Anderson 

Commemorative Stamp Pictorial Cancellation Art 

To finalize the Marian Anderson commemorative stamp 

pictorial cancellation art, insert the date, city, state, and ZIP 

Code of the physical location of your event adjacent to 

the stamp image. Overall dimensions of the pictorial cancellation 

must not exceed 4 inches horizontally by 2 inches 

vertically. Collectors prefer the dimensions 3 ½ inches by 

1 inch. 

Second-Day Cancellations 

Second-day cancellations are pictorial postmarks and 

follow the same guidelines as above. The word “Station” or 

the abbreviation “STA” is required somewhere in the design, 

since it will be a temporary station. 

Listed below is the licensee that can create products 

featuring the Marian Anderson commemorative stamp. 

Please call the company directly to order.


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® 

Complete this announcement and 

forward it to the following address: 

Pictorial Postmark Announcement 

PICTORIAL POSTMARK 

PROGRAM MANAGER 

STAMP SERVICES 

US POSTAL SERVICE 

1735 NORTH LYNN ST STE 5016 

ARLINGTON VA 22209-6432 

Insert pictorial postmark Copy here 

(Camera-ready or reproducible) 

No larger than 4 horizontal x 2 vertical 

Postal Service Contact 

(name, address, phone) 

Station Date(s) 

Sponsor 

Station Name 

Complete Street Address 

or PO Box Number 

City/State/ZIP+4 

Mail Cancellation Requests to: 

Station Name 

Addressee Name 

(usually “Postmaster”) 

Complete Street Address 

or PO Box 9998 

City/State/ZIP+4




Stamp Artwork 

To purchase artwork of the Marian Anderson commemorative 

stamp or other stamps in the Black Heritage commemorative 

stamp series, including poster-sized enlargements, 

color transparencies, and color prints, contact: 

VICTOR PULUPA 

DODGE COLOR 

4827 RUGBY AVE STE 100 

BETHESDA MD 20814-3028 

E-mail: victor@dodgecolor.com 

Telephone: 301-656-0025 x 212 

Fax: 301-656-0435 

Please plan ahead and allow enough time for production 

and shipping. 

Suggested Participating Organizations 

and Contact Information 

The information below is a suggested listing of supporters 

for Marian Anderson commemorative stamp 

dedications. 

National Association for the Advancement of Colored 

People (NAACP) 

National Headquarters 

PAULA EDME 

CHIEF OF NATIONAL FIELD OPERATIONS 

4805 MT HOPE DR 

BALTIMORE MD 21215 

Telephone: 410-580-5110 

Fax: 410-358-1607 

877-NAACP-98 

Regional National Association for the Advancement of 

Colored People (NAACP) Offices 

Region I 

Covering Countries: Japan, Korea 

Covering States: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, 

Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington 

FRANK BERRY REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

LAINI COFFEE YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

4929 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 360 

LOS ANGELES CA 90010-3817 

Telephone: 323-931-6331 

Fax: 323-931-9036 

E-mail: flberry@aol.com 

Region II 

Covering Countries: Germany, Italy 

Covering States: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, 

Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New 

York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont 

HILDA RODGERS REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

DIALLO SHABAZZ YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

BEVERLY WHEELER SENIOR SECRETARY 

MILDRED ROXBOROUGH CONSULTANT 

39 BROADWAY STE 2201 22ND FL 

NEW YORK NY 10060-3060 

Telephone: 212-344-7474 

Fax: 212-344-1212 

E-mail: hrodgers@naacpnet.org 

Region III 

Covering States: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, 

Ohio, West Virginia, Wisconsin 

SHIRLEY P MILES REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

REV JULIUS HOPE DIRECTOR RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS 

ERNEST COVERSON YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

JOYCE WILEY SENIOR SECRETARY 

17 FORD AVE 

HIGHLAND PARK MI 48203-3620 

Telephone: 313-869-3717 

Fax: 313-869-3763 

E-mail: milesregion3@aol.com 

Region IV 

Covering States: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, 

Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South 

Dakota, Wyoming 

REV GILL FORD DIRECTOR 

SHALIA LINDSEY YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

4477 WOODSON RD STE 201 

ST LOUIS MO 63134-3700 

Telephone: 314-428-9900 

Fax: 314-428-9904 

E-mail: fordrevg@aol.com 

Region V 

Covering States: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, 

Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee 

REV CHARLES WHITE REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

YVONNE FINNEY OFFICE MANAGER 

ALETHEA BONELLO YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

970 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR STE 203 

ATLANTA GA 30314-2962 

Telephone: 404-688-8868 

Fax: 404-524-3633 

E-mail: whitejrcharles@aol.com


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Region VI 

Covering States: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, 

Oklahoma, Texas 

GEORGIA NOONE REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

CATHY LANG SENIOR SECRETARY 

KHAMAL LAKEY YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

3003 SOUTH LOOP W STE 500 

HOUSTON TX 77054-1376 

Telephone: 713-662-2727 

Fax: 713-661-5982 

E-mail: gnoone@naacpnet.org 

Region VII 

Covering States: District of Columbia, Maryland, 

Virginia 

BROOKE MCCAULEY REGIONAL DIRECTOR 

KIMBERLY BILLS YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIRECTOR 

4701 MOUNT HOPE DR STE B 

BALTIMORE MD 21215-3246 

Telephone: 410-580-2806 

E-mail: bmccauley@naacpnet.org 

**************************************************************** 

You may also contact your local public libraries, schools 

of Music and Arts, and African-American bookstores for 

participation in the events. 

**************************************************************** 

Other Suggestions: 

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA 

PETER CLARK 

GENERAL PRESS REPRESENTATIVE 

30 LINCOLN CENTER 

NEW YORK NEW YORK 10023-6980 

Telephone: 212-870-7457 

E-mail: pcclark@mail.metopera.org 

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA 

ANNENBERG RARE BOOK AND MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY 

3420 SOUTH ST 

PHILADELPHIA PA 19104-6324 

Telephone: 215-898-4021 

E-mail: muselib@pobox.upenn.edu 

THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL 

JANET KESSIN DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS 

60 LINCOLN CENTER PLZ 

NEW YORK NY 10023-6588 

Telephone: 212-799-5000, ext. 207 

E-mail: news@juilliard.edu 

CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK 

MARIAN ANDERSON THEATRE 

COMPTON-GOETHALAS HALL 

138TH ST AND CONVENT AVE RM 311 

NEW YORK NY 10031-0001 

Telephone: 212-650-5960 

Fax: 212-650-5934 

Keith Lee Grant, Contact 

kgrant552@yahoo.com 

NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC 

LANE JOST PUBLICIST 

10 LINCOLN CENTER PLZ 

NEW YORK NY 10023-6912 

Telephone: 212-875-5705 

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS 

1100 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW 

WASHINGTON DC 20506-0001 

Telephone: 202-682-5570 

CARNEGIE HALL 

SUSAN KING VICE PRESIDENT PUBLIC AFFAIRS 

881 SEVENTH AVE 

NEW YORK NY 10019-3293 

Telephone: 212-903-9600 

SHERWOOD CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC 

1312 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVE 

CHICAGO IL 60605 

Telephone: 312-427-6267 Ext. 100 

THE FAIRFIELD COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 

SUSAN M ROSS 

PRESIDENT CEO 

523 DANBURY RD 

WILTON CT 06897 

Telephone: 203-834-9393 

Fax: 203-834-9996 

E-mail: sross@fccfoundation.org or 

www.fccfoundation.org 

CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS 

PAUL BRATHWAITE 

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POLICY 

2235 RAYBURN HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING 


Telephone: 202-226-9776 

Fax: 202-225-3178 

E-mail: p.brathwaite@mail.house.gov 

trudy.perkins@mail.house.gov




Black Heritage Series Facts 

Harriet Tubman (February 1, 1978) 

Born a slave, abolitionist Tubman 

was the first African-American 

woman to be honored on a U.S. 

stamp, and the first honoree in the 

Black Heritage series. Tubman 

was the conductor for the famed 

Underground Railroad by which 

many slaves escaped to freedom 

in the years leading to the Civil 

War. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 13, 

1979) 

King is considered one of the most 

powerful and popular leaders of the 

African-American Civil Rights movement 

of the 1950s and 1960s. He 

spearheaded a massive Civil Rights 

movement through marches, sit-ins, 

boycotts, and demonstrations that profoundly 

and positively affected 

America’s attitudes toward race relations. 

He was presented the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. 

Benjamin Banneker (February 15, 

1980) 

In 1753, Banneker constructed the 

first wooden striking clock made in 

America. At age 60, he was chosen 

by George Washington to help 

lay out blueprints for the Capitol in 

Washington, DC. 

Scott Joplin (June 9, 1983) 

A composer and pianist, Joplin was 

the “King of Ragtime,” fighting for 

recognition of ragtime as a significant 

genre in modern music. Some 

50 years after his death, he was 

awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his 

ragtime opera Treemonisha. 

Jackie Robinson (August 2, 1982) 

Robinson broke the Major League 

Baseball color barrier in 1947. After 

retirement from baseball in 1956, he 

remained active in civil rights and 

youth activities. In 1962, he became 

the first African American inducted 

into the Baseball Hall of Fame. 

Dr. Carter G. Woodson (February 1, 

1984) 

A prominent historian and the son of 

former slaves from Virginia, Woodson 

is credited with starting the observance 

of Negro History Week in 

1926. 

Whitney Moore Young, Jr. (January 

30, 1981) 

Young served for 10 years as the 

executive director of the National 

Urban League. In 1969, he received 

the nation’s highest civilian honor — 

the Medal of Freedom. 

Mary McLeod Bethune (March 5, 

1985) 

A noted educator and social activist, 

Bethune was an advisor to 

President Franklin D. Roosevelt. 

She founded the National Council 

of Negro Women in 1935.


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Sojourner Truth (February 4, 1986) 

Born into slavery, Isabella Baum 

Free went to live in New York City 

after acquiring freedom. In 1843, 

she changed her name to Sojourner 

Truth and began traveling and lecturing 

on women’s rights and the 

evils of slavery. She was considered 

one of the greatest orators of 

her time. 

Ida B. Wells (February 1, 1990) 

Wells devoted her life to educating 

people about the horrors of discrimination 

and lynching. In 1895, she 

published A Red Record, the first 

documented statistical report on 

lynching. 

Jean Baptiste DuSable (February 

20, 1987) 

A pioneer and entrepreneur, 

DuSable was the first settler in the 

community that was known as the 

cornerstone of America’s heartland 

— Chicago. In 1779, starting 

from scratch, DuSable built the first 

permanent house on the north bank 

of the Chicago river, where the 

present-day Tribune Tower stands. 

The stamp was issued during the 

city’s sesquicentennial. 

James Weldon Johnson (February 

2, 1988) 

Johnson was noted as a lawyer, 

educator, and writer. His composition 

“Lift Every Voice and Sing” is 

sung today as the Black National 

Anthem. 

Jan E. Matzeliger (September 15, 

1991) 

Matzeliger’s invention, the shoelacing 

machine, patented in 1883, 

revolutionized the shoemaking industry 

and made mass-produced 

shoes a reality in America. 

W.E.B. Du Bois (January 31, 1992) 

Critic, editor, scholar, author, civil 

rights leader, and one of the most 

influential African Americans of the 

20 th century, Du Bois was one of the 

founders of the National Association 

for the Advancement of Colored 

People (NAACP) in 1909. 

Phillip Randolph (February 3, 

1989) 

An eloquent spokesperson for civil 

rights and minority labor, 

Randolph organized the Brotherhood 

of Sleeping Car Porters. 

After 10 years of fierce struggle, 

he achieved the first union contract 

signed by a white employer 

and an African-American leader. 

Percy Lavon Julian (January 29, 

1993) 

Julian won fame for his work as a 

research chemist. He synthesized 

cortisone for arthritis, a drug for 

glaucoma, and progesterone. In 

1990, he was inducted into the 

National Inventors Hall of Fame.




Bessie Coleman (April 27, 1995) 

On June 15, 1921, Coleman was 

the first woman to earn an international 

aviation license issued by the 

Federation Aeronautique Internationale 

in Paris, and she was the 

world’s first licensed African- 

American aviator. 

Dr. Allison Davis (February 1, 

1994) 

A psychologist and educator, 

Davis served on the President’s 

Commission on Civil Rights and 

was vice chairman of the Department 

of Labor’s Commission Manpower 

Retraining during the 

Johnson and Nixon Administrations. 

In 1967, he was a Fellow of 

the Academy of Arts and Sciences 

and of the National Academy of 

Education. 

Malcolm X (El-Hajj Malik El- 

Shabazz) (January 20, 1999) 

In the late 1950s, Malcolm X 

emerged as a major spokesperson 

for African Americans. He was both 

a brilliant scholar and a fiery orator 

whose persuasive and passionate 

views helped define the debate on 

race relations. 

Madam C. J. Walker (January 28, 

1998) 

Walker was an early 20 th century 

beauty product pioneer and one of the 

nation’s first female millionaires. An 

early advocate of women’s economic 

independence and empowerment, her 

hair products manufacturing company 

employed thousands of women as 

sales agents and beauty consultants. 

Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. (January 

28, 1997) 

Davis distinguished himself in a 

long military career that saw him 

become the nation’s first African- 

American Brigadier General, in 

1940. He was a driving force in the 

eventual integration of the U.S. 

Armed Forces. 

Ernest E. Just (February 1, 1996) 

Known primarily for his research in 

marine biology, Just pioneered experiments 

in the process of the fertilization 

of marine invertebrates. 

He also studied the fundamental 

role of the cell surface in the development 

of organisms. Throughout 

the 1930s, Just conducted research 

in institutes and marine laboratories 

in Germany, France, and 

Italy. 

Patricia Roberts Harris (January 

27, 2000) 

An extraordinary leader, committed 

public servant, and champion of 

civil rights, Harris dedicated her life 

to improving the quality of life for all 

Americans. She was the first African-American 

woman to hold a 

U.S. ambassadorship when she 

was named in 1965 by President 

Lyndon B. Johnson to the embassy 

in Luxembourg. She was the first 

African-American woman to serve as a member of a presidential 

Cabinet. 

Roy Wilkins (January 24, 2001) 

Wilkins advocated tirelessly for racial 

equality. In 1931 Wilkins joined 

the NAACP and led the organization 

from 1955 to 1977 as executive 

secretary and executive director. 

Under his leadership, the 

NAACP campaigned for the Civil 

Rights Act of 1964, the Voting 

Rights Act of 1965, and the Fair 

Housing Act of 1968.


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Thurgood Marshall (January 7, 

2003) 

Marshall is one of the best-known 

lawyers in the history of civil rights 

in America. In 1954 Marshall and 

his legal team prevailed in the landmark 

Supreme Court case, “Brown 

v. Board of Education of Topeka, 

Kansas,” that struck down segregation 

in public schools. He was the 

first African American to serve as a 

U.S. Supreme Court Justice. 

Marian Anderson (January 27, 

2005) 

Marian Anderson is known as one 

of the nation’s greatest classically 

trained singers of the 20 th century 

and is an important figure in the 

struggle of Black Americans for 

racial equality. 

Langston Hughes (February 1, 

2002) 

Hughes is acclaimed for his vivid 

portrayals of Black America from 

the Harlem Renaissance to the 

Civil Rights era. A noted poet, novelist, 

and playwright, he is regarded 

as one of the most important 

writers of the 20 th century. 

Paul Robeson (January 20, 2004) 

Robeson is remembered not only 

for his extraordinary talents as an 

actor, singer, and athlete but also 

for his tireless and uncompromising 

commitment to civil rights and 

social justice. In addition to his famous 

repertoire of spirituals, 

Robeson became well known for 

performing and interpreting folk 

songs from around the world. 

Speech Segment and Talking Points 

Use talking points for speeches at local ceremonies 

and events to support Black History Month/Marian 

Anderson stamp. 

[Recognize participants from other organizations.] 

America’s greatest strength is the diversity of its people. 

February is Black History Month, and this is the perfect time 

to stop and reflect upon the rich cultural legacy African 

Americans have contributed to our nation. 

In reality, every month is a celebration of the many African 

Americans who were instrumental in shaping America’s 

history, arts, music, and literature. That is why the 

Postal Service is so proud to help celebrate Black History 

Month with the release of the newest stamp in our Black 

Heritage series. 

This year, the 28th year in this historic series, we are issuing 

the Marian Anderson commemorative stamp. Anderson 

joins 27 other honorees as a part of this series saluting 

outstanding African-American activists, theorists, writers, 

educators, and leaders. 

Marian Anderson is remembered as one of the nation’s 

greatest classically trained singers of the 20 th century, and 

she is also an important figure in the struggle of African 

Americans for racial equality. She was the first black singer 

to appear on the stage of New York’s Metropolitan Opera. 

She later published a successful autobiography, “My Lord, 

What a Morning.” Anderson performed at an inaugural ceremony 

for President Eisenhower’s second term and for the 

inauguration of President Kennedy. 

It is significant the First-Day-of-Issue ceremony for the 

Marian Anderson stamp was held at Washington, DC’s 

Constitution Hall. In 1939, the Daughters of the American 

Revolution sparked national protests when they refused to 

allow Anderson to sing at Constitution Hall. In response, 

the United States Department of the Interior, with the encouragement 

of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, arranged a 

concert at the Lincoln Memorial. An estimated 75,000 

people attended, and millions more heard it on the radio. 

The episode caused the media to look more closely at 

cases of discrimination involving Anderson and other 

African-American performers. Anderson finally sang at 

Constitution Hall before a capacity crowd in 1953.




Recognizing her extraordinary popularity and determination, 

the State Department made Anderson a goodwill 

ambassador to Asia, and in 1958, she was officially designated 

a delegate to the United Nations. In 1963, Anderson 

sang at the Lincoln Memorial at the historic March on Washington. 

The following year she was awarded the Presidential 

Medal of Freedom. In 1977, she was awarded the 

UN Peace Prize. 

Other notable Americans honored in the Black Heritage 

stamp series include Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, 

Jr., Jackie Robinson, Carter G. Woodson, Mary McLeod 

Bethune, Bessie Coleman, Ernest E. Just, Benjamin O. 

Davis, Sr., Madam C. J. Walker, Malcolm X, Patricia 

Roberts Harris, Roy Wilkins, Langston Hughes, Thurgood 

Marshall, and last year’s honoree, Paul Robeson. 

African Americans have played a vital role in the shaping 

of America’s history and culture, and the U.S. Postal 

Service remains committed to sharing their achievements 

and contributions. Given the popularity and historic 

importance of the Black Heritage stamps, there are no 

plans to discontinue the series. It will continue to be an important 

part of our stamp program for many years to come. 

We encourage everyone — children and adults alike — 

to learn more about Black history and African Americans on 

stamps. There are phenomenal stories behind every commemorative 

stamp — stories that can take us back in time 

to learn about great Americans and to help us relive moments 

in the past — moments that we cherish. 

For more than 200 years, the Postal Service has been a 

shining example of a public service institution that the 

American people can rely on and trust. But in many ways, 

it’s our commemorative stamp program that best connects 

the Postal Service with the American people. 

This month, we hope children and adults of all ages will 

be participating in Black History Month activities around the 

country. 

Thanks to all of you for joining us here today. 

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Suggested Public Relations Timeline 

If you have questions or need assistance with any of these items, please contact the Public Affairs and Communications 

representative serving your area (see attached list). 

Action 

Suggested Timing 

1. Send invitations to local and area dignitaries. A few weeks before event. 

2. Send announcement and invitations to employees. A few weeks before event. 

3. Distribute public service announcement to radio/TV. A few weeks before event. 

4. Distribute news release. A few weeks before event. 

5. Distribute media advisory to newspapers, radio/TV. One week before event. 

6. Remind invited dignitaries about event via telephone. Five days before event. 

7. Redistribute media advisory to all news media. One to two days before 

event. 

8. Make follow-up calls to local news media. One day before event. 

9. Distribute day-of-issuance news release. Day of event. 

10. Send letter to newspaper editor thanking community. One day after event’s 

completion. 

11. Send newspaper clippings and “media successes” summary 

Within one week after event. 

to area Public Affairs manager or fax to 202-268-4925.


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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

[INSERT DATE] 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RADIO 

Contact: [INSERT YOUR NAME] 

[INSERT YOUR PHONE NUMBER] 

Internet: www.usps.com 

Public Invited to Join in Celebration of Black History Month and Dedication of 

Marian Anderson U.S. Postage Stamp 

[INSERT CITY] postmaster [INSERT NAME] invites everyone in [INSERT LOCATION] to participate in 

activities surrounding the Postal Service’s celebration of Black History Month and the unveiling of the 2004 

Black Heritage commemorative stamp featuring Marian Anderson, on [INSERT DAY AND DATE] from 

[INSERT TIME] to [INSERT TIME]. 

On that day, children and adults will learn more about Black history and African Americans on stamps. 

Activities include [DESCRIBE ACTIVITIES]. 

Come take a moment to celebrate African-American history with stamps. It’s an educational way to 

learn about the historic people, places and events honored on U.S. postage stamps each year. 

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[INSERT DATE] 

SAMPLE PRESS RELEASE 




BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION IN [INSERT CITY] 

FEATURES AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY ON STAMPS 

World Renowned Classical Performer Marian Anderson Featured on New Postage Stamp 

[INSERT YOUR CITY, STATE] — As part of Black History Month, the U.S. Postal Service and 

[INSERT NAME OF GROUP OR ORGANIZATION(S)] will join together to pay homage to Marian Anderson, 

the 2005 honoree in the U.S. Postal Service’s Black Heritage commemorative stamp series. 

[CHANGE TO REFLECT WHO YOUR PARTICIPANTS ARE] 

Marian Anderson, renowned classical singer and civil rights activist, [will become/became] the 28th 

American honored in the long-running Black Heritage commemorative stamp series. The achievements of 

operatic and concert star Marian Anderson [WILL BE/WAS] commemorated on a postage stamp issued 

on Jan. 27, 2005. 

Anderson was victimized by racism in 1939 when the Daughters of the Americans Revolution (DAR) 

refused to make its Washington, DC, Constitution Hall available due to a “white artists only” policy. First 

Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, who witnessed Anderson’s performance at the White House dinner, left the DAR 

and made arrangements for Anderson to perform before an audience of 75,000 at the Lincoln Memorial. 

Anderson later participated in the March on Washington in 1963 to again perform at the Lincoln Memorial. 

The celebration comes to [INSERT CITY] with a special ceremony scheduled for [INSERT EXACT 

TIME OF EVENT] on [INSERT DATE] at the [INSERT NAME OF POST OFFICE, LIBRARY, SCHOOL, 

MUSEUM, ETC. WHERE EVENT IS HELD]. 

[INSERT EVENT AGENDA] 

[INSERT QUOTE FROM USPS UNVEILING OFFICIAL] 

[INSERT QUOTE FROM ORGANIZATION OFFICIAL YOU ARE WORKING WITH] 

[FEEL FREE TO USE THE FOLLOWING BACKROUND INFORMATION AND CUSTOMIZE] [FOR 

INSERTION INTO YOUR RELEASE] Anderson joins 27 other honorees in the Postal Service’s Black 

Heritage commemorative stamp series, which salutes outstanding African-American activists, theorists, 

writers, educators, and leaders. Other notable Americans in the series include Harriet Tubman; Martin Luther 

King, Jr.; Benjamin Banneker; Jackie Robinson; Carter G. Woodson; Mary McLeod Bethune; W.E.B. 

Du Bois; Bessie Coleman; Ernest E. Just; Benjamin O. Davis, Sr.; Madam C.J. Walker; Malcolm X (El-Hajj 

Malik El-Shabazz); Patricia Roberts Harris; Roy Wilkins; Langston Hughes; Thurgood Marshall and Paul 

Robeson. 

Anderson was born February 27, 1897, in Philadelphia, PA. Recognizing her talent for music and her 

need to study with professional teachers, members of her community raised funds for her musical training.


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In that era, American classical musicians rose in professional stature at home by studying and performing 

in Europe. Anderson made her first journey to Europe in late October of 1927. In 1930, she was 

awarded a fellowship that allowed her to study in Berlin. Her time abroad was immensely important to her 

emotional and artistic growth, enabling her to deepen her understanding of the languages she sang, to 

make professional connections, and to escape many of the constraints of Black life in America. 

After American producer Sol Hurok heard Anderson sing in Paris, he began to represent her in the 

United States, where his business practices effectively made her the equal of white concert artists. On December 

30, 1935, he presented Anderson at Town Hall in New York. The concert was a grand success 

and a New York Times critic hailed Anderson as “one of the great singers of our time.” 

Aware of Anderson’s growing reputation, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt invited her to sing for 

guests at a White House dinner party in 1936. Eleanor Roosevelt subsequently praised Anderson’s performance 

in a newspaper column. 

Three years later, Mrs. Roosevelt again wrote in connection to Anderson after a group to which she belonged, 

the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), refused to make its Washington venue, Constitution 

Hall, available for Anderson’s Easter concert due to a “white artist only” policy. The First Lady left the 

group, and on Easter Sunday 1939, Anderson gave a historic and highly symbolic performance outdoors 

before 75,000 people at the Lincoln Memorial. She presented a varied repertoire, including “America,” 

Schubert’s “Ave Maria,” and a group of spirituals. Her performance was broadcast on radio nationwide. 

Anderson became the first Black singer to appear on the stage of New York’s Metropolitan Opera when 

in January 1955 she sang the role of the sorceress Ulrica in Verdi’s “Un Ballo in Maschere.” The following 

year, she published a successful autobiography, My Lord, What a Morning. 

As she neared the twilight of her musical career, Anderson became more active in politics. She performed 

at an inaugural ceremony for President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s second term and for the inauguration 

of President John F. Kennedy. The State Department named her a goodwill ambassador to Asia; in 

1958, she was appointed a delegate to the thirteenth session of the United Nations. 

At the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in August 1963, Anderson again sang at 

the Lincoln Memorial. The following December, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. 

Anderson won the United Nations Peace Prize in 1977, and her 75th birthday was marked by a gala 

concert at Carnegie Hall, where she received New York City’s Handel Medallion and a congressional resolution 

of congratulations delivered by First Lady Rosalyn Carter. Many more honors were bestowed upon 

Anderson including the Eleanor Roosevelt Human Rights Award, and in 1991, she received a Grammy 

Award for Lifetime Achievement. 

Anderson died April 8, 1993, in Portland, OR, where she had moved to be with her nephew. 

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[INSERT DATE] 

SAMPLE EVENT OUTLINE 




BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION IN [INSERT CITY] 

HIGHLIGHTS ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS ON STAMPS 

EVENT: 

WHO: 

WHAT: 

WHEN: 

WHERE: 

BACKGROUND: 

CONTACT: 

The U.S. Postal Service teams up with the [NAME OF GROUP OR ORGA- 

NIZATION] for Black History Month celebration and the unveiling of the Marian 

Anderson commemorative stamp, the 28th in the Black Heritage stamp series. 

[CHANGE OR ADD TO THIS INFO IF YOUR EVENT IS DIFFERENT, BUT 

KEEP IT SHORT] 

[LIST ONLY DIGNITARIES, KEY POSTAL OFFICIALS, AND ANY WELL- 

KNOWN SPECIAL GUESTS PARTICIPATING AND/OR ATTENDING EVENT] 

[Describe what makes event newsworthy — list any entertainment, 

refreshments, sales, etc.] 

[Insert hour, day, date] 

[Insert exact location of event] 

The achievements of operatic and concert star Marian Anderson will be commemorated 

on a stamp Jan. 27. Anderson was victimized by racism in 1939 

when the Daughters of the Americans Revolution (DAR) refused to make its 

Washington, DC, Constitution Hall available for her performance due to a “white 

artists only” policy. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, who witnessed Anderson’s 

performance at a White House dinner party, withdrew from the DAR and made 

arrangements for Anderson to perform before an audience of 75,000 at the 

Lincoln Memorial. Anderson later participated in the March on Washington in 

1963 to again perform at the Lincoln Memorial. 

[LIST AREA PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS REPRESENTATIVE 

OR POSTMASTER’S NAME AND PHONE NUMBER] 

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SAMPLE LETTER TO LOCAL NEWSPAPER EDITOR THANKING RESIDENTS FOR SUPPORT 

[INSERT DATE] 

[INSERT NAME] 

[INSERT TITLE] 

[INSERT NAME OF PUBLICATION] 

[INSERT ADDRESS] 

[INSERT CITY, STATE, ZIP+4] 

Dear [INSERT TITLE AND NAME]: 

I want to thank the citizens of [INSERT CITY NAME] for their enthusiasm and support in making yesterday’s 

Black History Month celebration such a successful event for our community and for the U.S. Postal 

Service. 

African Americans have played a vital role in the shaping of America’s history. The U.S. Postal Service 

continues its commitment to honoring the historical achievements and contributions of noted African-American 

leaders, inventors, educators, scientists, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and sports figures. The Black 

Heritage commemorative stamp series, along with other stamps, pay tribute to these individuals. 

Our nation’s stamp program has been developed through the participation of the American people. 

Their stamp ideas and suggestions are instrumental in helping the Postal Service honor some of the 

greatest achievements and achievers who have made our country great. 

Again, thanks to everyone in our community who participated in our Black History Month celebration. 

We hope everyone enjoyed celebrating African-American history with stamps. 

Sincerely, 

[SIGN] 

[INSERT POSTMASTER’S NAME] 

Postmaster 

U.S. Postal Service 

[INSERT CITY, STATE, ZIP+4]




Participation of Public Officials 

Black History Month events are a perfect opportunity to involve elected public officials in an important 

and positive local event. They are likely to have a keen interest in the event, as it provides elected representatives 

a chance to interact with constituents in a friendly, civic setting with secured media coverage. 

You are encouraged to reach out directly to your federal, state, and local elected officials. Government 

Relations representatives are available to assist you in coordinating political involvement and would be 

pleased to help in any way. Please contact them for guidance. 

This publicity kit contains simple guidelines, sample letters, a suggested invitation list, and the names 

and telephone numbers of your Government Relations contacts. 

Before the Event 

Send a written invitation 4 to 6 weeks before the event to your two U.S. senators, your congressional 

representatives, the governor of your state, and the mayor of your community. Please include 

any other local elected officials you feel would be appropriate. The local postmaster should 

sign the invitations. 

Follow up the written invitation with a telephone call to the elected official’s scheduler within a 

week if you have not received a reply. You may need to call more than once. 

Keep in touch with all elected officials who respond. If asked, provide updated information to the 

elected official’s staff as it becomes available (e.g., who else is participating, where and when to 

meet, what his or her role will be, etc.). Stress that remarks should be brief and limited to the 

unveiling of the Marian Anderson commemorative stamp and her achievements, Black Heritage 

stamps, and the recognition of the role the U.S. Postal Service continuously plays in celebrating 

African-American history with stamps. 

Include names of all participating elected officials on the “official program” as honored guests, 

and mention them in all media advisories, if applicable. 

Provide a courtesy copy of the program to the elected official in advance. 

After the Event 

Send a written thank you letter to all elected officials who participated in the ceremony, expressing 

your appreciation. 

Provide copies to their offices of any newspaper articles about the event. Even though they 

might see those articles on their own, you can take the opportunity to remind them of the press 

coverage the event received. 

Provide a supply of extra cacheted envelopes with the special cancellation, if applicable, to 

elected officials, even to those who could not attend. These make great giveaways and serve as 

a positive reminder of the event. 

Obtain and frame a photo of the elected official posing beside the stamp image and make an 

appointment to present it in person, if possible. A matted, well-framed photograph stands a good 

chance of being hung on the wall of the official’s office, again serving as a positive reminder of the 

event. 

Keep in touch with your elected officials. Good relationships are built over time. 

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[INSERT DATE] 

[INSERT NAME] 


[INSERT ORGANIZATION] 




SAMPLE INVITATION TO PUBLIC OFFICIALS 

Employees of the [INSERT NAME] Post Office invite you to be an honored guest at a special ceremony 

celebrating Blank History Month on [DATE] at [TIME]. During our ceremony, the U.S. Postal Service 

will dedicate the Marian Anderson [AND/OR Black Heritage series] commemorative stamp [OR 

stamps IF DEDICATING ENTIRE SERIES]. 

The Postal Service values its role as a community leader, and we believe that our stamp program 

gives us an opportunity to connect with customers in a very personal and informative way. During our ceremony, 

children and adults alike will have an opportunity to learn about the achievements and contributions 

of African-American leaders, inventors, educators, scientists, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and sports 

figures. 

At the stamp ceremony, you will be invited to say a few words about the Marian Anderson commemorative 

stamp and any comments you may have about African-American history. We expect significant 

press coverage of the ceremony and a good size crowd. 

We hope you will join us for our stamp dedication and special Black History Month celebration. Please 

confirm your participation by calling [NAME OF CONTACT] at [TELEPHONE NUMBER] as soon as 

possible. 

Sincerely, 

[SIGN] 


Postmaster 






SAMPLE THANK YOU LETTER TO PUBLIC OFFICIALS/PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS 

[INSERT DATE] 

[INSERT NAME] 


[INSERT ORGANIZATION] 




On behalf of the U.S. Postal Service, I want to thank you for joining us during our special ceremony 

celebrating Black History Month and the dedication of the Marian Anderson commemorative postage 

stamp. It was a wonderful event for [INSERT NAME OF COMMUNITY], and your participation helped 

make it a success. 

All of us in the Postal Service are extremely proud of the role our organization has played as a community 

leader and in commemorating many of the people, places, and events that have made our country 

great. The stamp dedication ceremony was a wonderful way for us to share history on stamps with our 

friends, neighbors, children, and customers here in [INSERT NAME OF COMMUNITY]. I am enclosing 10 

copies of our special cancellation [IF APPLICABLE] for you to share with your constituents, as well as 

copies of press clippings and photographs that recorded the event [IF APPLICABLE]. 

I look forward to working with you on future community events. If I can be of assistance with any postal 

matter, please contact me at [TELEPHONE NUMBER]. 

Sincerely, 

[SIGN] 


Postmaster 




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Public Affairs and Communications Field Managers 

PAUL SMITH 

MANAGER PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS 

EASTERN AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

PO BOX 40593 

PHILADELPHIA PA 19197-0593 

Telephone: 215-931-5054 

MONICA HAND 


NY METRO AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

421 EIGHTH AVE RM 5114 

NEW YORK NY 10199-9681 

Telephone: 212-330-3167 

DEBRA HAWKINS 


NORTHEAST AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

6 GRIFFIN RD N 

WINDSOR CT 06006-9876 

Telephone: 860-285-7265 

EARL ARTIS JR 


SOUTHEAST AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

225 N HUMPHREY BLVD 5TH FL 

MEMPHIS TN 38166-0832 

Telephone: 678-442-6018 

JIM MRUK 


GREAT LAKES AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

244 KNOLLWOOD DR 4TH FL 

BLOOMINGDALE IL 60117-2208 

Telephone: 630-539-6565 

DON SMERALDI 


PACIFIC AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

7001 S CENTRAL AVE RM 364A 

LOS ANGELES CA 90052-9641 

Telephone: 323-586-1210 

DARLA STAFFORD 


SOUTHWEST AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

7800 N STEMMONS FREEWAY STE 450 

DALLAS TX 75247-4220 

Telephone: 214-819-8717 

SCOTT BUDNY 


WESTERN AREA US POSTAL SERVICE 

1745 STOUT ST STE 1075 

DENVER CO 80299-7500 

Telephone: 303-313-5130 

DEBORAH YACKLEY 


CAPITAL METRO OPERATIONS 

16501 SHADY GROVE 

GAITHERSBURG MD 20898-9998 

Telephone: 301-548-1465




Government Relations Contacts 

We can help! Your Government Relations representatives 

are here to serve you. We can assist you in contacting 

and inviting elected officials to participate in your event — 

please let us know. 

Alabama Laurie Solnik x 3743 

Alaska Linda Macasa x 3750 

American Samoa Linda Macasa x 3750 

Arizona Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Arkansas Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

California Bill Weagley x 3745 

Connecticut Jo Waterman x 6748 

Colorado Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Delaware Jo Waterman x 6748 

District of Columbia Rebecca Sumner x 3755 

Florida Laurie Solnik x 3743 

Georgia Bill Weagley x 3745 

Guam Linda Macasa x 3750 

Hawaii Linda Macasa x 3750 

Idaho Linda Macasa x 3750 

Illinois Talaya Simpson x 7839 

Indiana Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Iowa Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Kansas Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Kentucky Paul Harrington x 6029 

Louisiana Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Maine Kathy Sitterle x 6027 

Maryland Rebecca Sumner x 3755 

Massachusetts Jo Waterman x 6748 

Michigan Talaya Simpson x 7839 

Minnesota Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Mississippi Laurie Solnik x 3743 

Missouri Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Montana Linda Solnik x 3743 

Nebraska Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Nevada Linda Macasa x 3750 

New Hampshire Jo Waterman x 6748 

New Jersey Jo Waterman x 6748 

New Mexico Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

New York Kathy Sitterle x 6027 

North Carolina Bill Weagley x 3745 

North Dakota Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Ohio Paul Harrington x 6029 

Oklahoma Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Oregon Linda Macasa x 3750 

Pennsylvania Rebecca Sumner x 3755 

Puerto Rico Kathy Sitterle x 6027 

Rhode Island Jo Waterman x 6748 

South Carolina Linda Macasa x 3750 

South Dakota Annie Kennedy x 7505 

Alphabetical State/Representative Listing 

Area code and prefix for all extensions is 202-268-XXXX


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Tennessee Linda Macasa x 3750 

Texas Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Utah Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

Vermont Kathy Sitterle x 6027 

Virgin Islands Kathy Sitterle x 6027 

Virginia Paul Harrington x 6029 

Washington Linda Macasa x 3750 

West Virginia Paul Harrington x 6029 

Wisconsin Talaya Simpson x 7839 

Wyoming Gerald Kreienkamp x 3744 

— Community Relations, Public Affairs and Communications, 12-23-04


Domestic Mail 

PUBLICATION 109 REVISION 

Online Version of Publication 109 Updated With Revised Forms 

Effective December 23, 2004, Publication 109, Special 

Services Technical Guide: Postal Forms and Labels 

(Domestic Service Only), is revised to include the current 

editions of several Postal Service forms used for special 

services. 

Publication 109 helps Postal Service customers comply 

with requirements for privately printed special services 

forms and labels. This publication provides detailed information 

on designing forms and labels and provides technical 

information about barcode specifications. 

We will incorporate these revisions into the next update 

of the online version of Publication 109 accessible on the 

Postal Service PolicyNet Web site: 

Go to http://blue.usps.gov. 

Under “Essential Links” in the left-hand column, click 

on References. 

Under “References” in the right-hand column, under 

“Policies,” click on PolicyNet. 

Click on PUBs. 

(The direct URL for the Postal Service PolicyNet Web 

site is http://blue.usps.gov/cpim.) 

Publication 109 is also available on the Postal Service 

Internet: 

Go to www.usps.com. 

Click on About USPS & News, then Forms & Publications, 

then Postal Periodicals and Publications, and 

then Publications. 

Publication 109, Special Services Technical 

Guide: Postal Forms and Labels (Domestic 

Service Only) 

* * * * * 

2 Certified Mail — PS Form 3800 

* * * * * 

2-2 Barcoded Form 

* * * * * 

Exhibit 2-2 PS Form 3800, Certified Mail Receipt 

[Replace the graphic of the February 2000 edition of PS 

Form 3800 with a graphic of the June 2002 edition.] 

2-3 Private Printing Instructions 

* * * * * 

2-3.4 Required Taggant 

* * * * * 

2-3.4.1 Taggant Area 

[Revise this section to indicate that the taggant area on PS 

Form 3800 is now located to the left of the barcode (rather 

than to the right, as on the previous edition). The entire 

section reads as follows (the boldface type indicates the 

revised text):] 

The taggant area must consist of a single area (minimum 

dimension 0.5 inch × 0.5 inch; maximum dimension 0.7 

inch × 0.7 inch) located to the left of the barcode on the label 

section of the form, approximately 11/16 inch from the 

bottom of the label. Printers must not alter the fluorescing 

spectral response when applying the taggant by allowing 

the fluorescing material to be mixed with the colored ink 

used on part of the label. The taggant material must be 

Angstrom #6 Sub-micron Scanning Compound 17 percent 

concentration at a coat weight of 2 mils (0.002 inch). Alternative 

compounds and concentrations must be approved 

by the Postal Service. Angstrom Technologies can be 

reached at the following address: 

ANGSTROM TECHNOLOGIES 

1895 AIRPORT EXCHANGE BLVD STE 110 

ERLANGER KY 41018-3174 

Samples must be sent for testing and approval to the 

following address: 

MANAGER TEST AND EVALUATION 


8403 LEE HWY 2ND FL 

MERRIFIELD VA 22082-8133


2-3.4.2 Taggant Location 

[Revise this section to indicate that the taggant area on PS 

Form 3800 is now located to the left of the barcode (rather 

than to the right, as on the previous edition). Rearrange the 

order of the sentences so that the entire section reads as 

follows (the boldface type indicates the only change in 

text — the rest of the text remains the same as in the 

previous version, except that the order of sentences has 

changed):] 


* * * * * 

Exhibit 3-2 PS Form 3813-P, Insured Mail Receipt 

[Replace the graphic of the February 2000 edition of PS 

Form 3813-P with a graphic of the May 2004 edition.] 

* * * * * 

5 Return Receipt — PS Form 3811 

* * * * * 

5-2 Form 

* * * * * 

Exhibit 5-2 PS Form 3811, Domestic Return 

Receipt 

[Replace the graphic of the July 1999 edition of PS Form 

3811 with a graphic of the February 2004 edition.] 

* * * * * 

6 Return Receipt for Merchandise — PS Form 

3804 

* * * * * 


* * * * * 

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Exhibit 6-2 PS Form 3804, Return Receipt for 

Merchandise 

[Replace the graphic of the July 1999 edition of PS Form 

3804 with a graphic of the July 2002 edition.] 

* * * * * 

The taggant must be located to the left of the barcode on 

the label area and must not interfere with the scanning of 

the barcode. The bottom of the taggant should be located 

no lower than 3-1/4 inches from the bottom of the mailpiece. 

The taggant location must be consistent without 

splattering of taggant on other areas of the label. The taggant 

must not “chalk” (i.e., interfere with the scanning of the 

barcode) and must maintain consistency. Any overcoat 

varnish on the taggant area must be consistent and must 

not interfere with the spectral response of the taggant. 

* * * * * 

3 Insured Mail — PS Form 3813-P 

* * * * * 

7 Barcode Requirements 

* * * * * 

7-2 Privately Printed Barcode Certification 

* * * * * 

[Revise item 2 to read as follows (indicating a new fax 

number and address where those who produce privately 

printed forms and/or labels must send the completed PS 

Form 109):] 

2. Complete PS Form 109, Application to Print Special 

Services Barcoded Forms/Labels (located on the last 

page of this publication) and either fax it to 

901-681-4521 or mail it to the following address: 

BARCODE CERTIFICATION 

NATIONAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER 


6060 PRIMACY PKWY STE 201 

MEMPHIS TN 38188-0001 

Upon receipt of this application, the Postal Service 

will send you a Special Services Certification Test Kit 

containing all of the information necessary for certification. 

* * * * * 

PS Form 109, Application to Print Special Services 

Barcoded Forms/Labels 

[On the last page of the publication, replace the graphic of 

the March 2001 edition of PS Form 109 with a graphic of 

the February 2003 edition.] 

* * * * * 

— Value Added and Special Services, 

Product Development, 12-23-04


Employees 

ELM REVISION 

Back Pay Claims for Erroneous Retirement Separation 

Effective December 23, 2004, Employee and Labor 

Relations (ELM) section 436.52, Corrective Action, is revised 

to show that employees who separate for retirement 

erroneously and are restored to service are compensated 

as if they had worked during the period of erroneous separation 

rather than given the amount they would have received 

in retirement payments. 

We will incorporate this revision into the next printed version 

of the ELM and also into the online version available 

on the Postal Service PolicyNet Web site: 





“Policies”, click on PolicyNet. 

Click on Manuals. 



It is also available on the Postal Service Internet: 

Go to www.usps.com. 

Click on About USPS & News, then Forms & Publications, 

then Postal Periodicals and Publications, and 

then Manuals. 

Employee and Labor Relations Manual (ELM) 

* * * * * 

4 Pay Administration 

* * * * * 

430 Basic and Special Pay Provisions 

* * * * * 

436 Back Pay 

* * * * * 

436.5 Erroneous Separation for Retirement 

* * * * * 

436.52 Corrective Action 

* * * * * 

[Revise the second paragraph of 436.52 to read as follows:] 

In these erroneous optional retirement cases, the back pay 

is calculated so that employees are compensated as if they 

had worked during the period of erroneous separation. 

* * * * * 

— Compensation, 

Employee Resource Management, 12-23-04 

HANDBOOK REVISIONS 

Powered Industrial Trucks 

Effective December 23, 2004, Handbook EL-801, 

Supervisor’s Safety Handbook, Handbook EL-803, Maintenance 

Employee’s Guide to Safety, and Handbook EL-814, 

Postal Employee’s Guide to Safety, are revised to update 

policies and procedures for towing wheeled equipment using 

powered industrial trucks. These revisions are a result 

of engineering tests and assessments requested by Safety 

Performance Management. 

Note: The revisions apply only to the Logistics and Distribution 

Centers and Priority Mail Processing Centers at 

the following locations: 

Jacksonville, Florida 

Miami, Florida 

Orlando, Florida 

Springfield Massachusetts 

Nashua, New Hampshire 

Northern New Jersey 

Bethpage, New York 

Rochester, New York 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

Pittsburg, Pennsylvania 

We will incorporate these revisions into the next printed 

versions of these handbooks and also into the online versions 

available on the Postal Service PolicyNet Web site: 



on References.




Click on Handbooks. 



Handbook EL-801, Supervisor’s Safety 

Handbook 

* * * * * 

4 Processing and Distribution Operations 

* * * * * 

4-7 Powered Industrial Trucks 

[Revise 4-7 to read as follows:] 

4-7.1 General 

Make sure that operators are trained and authorized to operate 

powered industrial trucks (PITs) as described in 

OSHA 1910.178 — such as tow motors, fork trucks, tractors, 

platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and other 

specialized industrial trucks powered by electric motors or 

internal combustion engines. 

All PIT-related accidents and near misses, including property 

damage, must be investigated and reported on a Form 

1769. Fuel-powered industrial trucks are generally 

prohibited indoors. Consult with your local safety professional 

before using a fuel-powered industrial truck. 

PIT operators are responsible for ensuring vehicle safety 

and following all safety requirements. Please consult the 

manufacturer’s safe operating manual or your local safety 

professional if you have any questions. 

4-7.2 General Rules for Operating PIT 

Reckless operation is strictly prohibited. When using a PIT, 

the operator must follow the safety procedures listed below: 

a. Before using the PIT, check the brakes, steering 

apparatus, horn, and other components, and report 

defects immediately. 

b. Always wear the seat belts provided any time a PIT is 

in motion. 

c. Do not exceed the maximum speed limit (about the 

speed of a fast walk). Use only the designated vehicle 

traffic lanes and keep the PIT to the right whenever 

possible. 

d. Do not use the reverse control as a brake. 

e. Never allow passengers to ride on a PIT unless approved, 

securely attached seating is provided, and 

never exceed the seating capacity of the unit. 

f. Never disengage, cover up, or bypass any audible or 

visual warning device. 

39 

g. Never ride with any part of the body protruding from 

the truck. 

h. Always determine that there is adequate clearance 

before driving under any overhead obstruction. 

i. Always check for a clear path to the rear before backing 

a truck. 

j. Stay at least three vehicle lengths behind other 

trucks when traveling. 

k. Check bridge or dock plates for proper stability before 

driving across. 

l. Always approach tow conveyor crossings and all intersecting 

aisles slowly and cautiously, and sound a 

horn to warn pedestrians of approach. 

m. Before dismounting, stop the truck, place the truck in 

neutral gear, set the brake, turn off the engine, and 

remove the key. 

4-7.3 Lift Trucks 

Make sure that lift truck operators follow the safe procedures 

listed below: 

a. Lift, lower, and carry loads on a lift truck with the lifting 

mechanism in a vertical position or tilted back — 

never forward. 

b. Face in the direction the truck is moving and be careful 

of rear-end swing when turning corners. 

c. When approaching or leaving a building where the 

ramp incline is greater than 10 degrees, turn the lift 

truck so the load is on the upgrade side and cannot 

slip off the forks. 

d. Keep forks on a moving lift truck low (just high 

enough to clear any floor obstructions and low 

enough to clear overhead obstructions). Under normal 

conditions, 3 to 6 inches above floor level should 

be sufficient. 

e. Neither raise nor lower forks while the forklift is in motion. 

When a lift truck is parked, fully lower the forks, 

place controls in neutral, shut off power, set the 

brake, and remove the key. 

f. Before entering a truck or trailer with a forklift, inspect 

the floor for damage or decay that might cause the lift 

to break through the floor. The truck or trailer must be 

properly chocked or the dock locks engaged. See 4-6 

for additional information. 

4-7.4 PIT Warning Devices and Protective 

Equipment 

Equip all PITs with a horn and a flashing warning beacon 

that is in working order. Industrial lift trucks are not to be operated 

with the overhead guard or load backrest removed. 

PIT drivers must wear personal protective equipment


(PPE) as specified by the local PPE assessment. PIT 

drivers must wear hard hats when working in designated 

hard hat areas. 

4-7.5 Towing Wheeled Equipment 

Use only approved tow bars or coupling devices while towing 

wheeled equipment. Operators are prohibited from using 

their hands to hold equipment while it is being towed. 

Only three platform trucks, hampers, or containers — 

whether loaded or empty — can be towed at any particular 

time. Container types include the general purpose mail 

container (GPMC), the Eastern Region mail container 

(ERMC), and the bulk mail center over-the-road container 

(BMC-OTR). No more than three containers can be 

attached to a driverless tractor unit. 

4-7.6 Towing Wheeled Equipment — 12-Foot Aisle 

Facilities 

This section applies only to the following Logistics and Distribution 

Centers (L&DCs) and Priority Mail Processing 

Centers (PMPCs) at the following locations: 




Springfield, Massachusetts 







A maximum of seven general purpose mail containers 

(GPMCs) and/or Eastern Region mail containers (ERMCs) 

may be towed at any given time provided that the following 

criteria are met: 

All aisles are clearly marked. 

The aisle width must be a minimum of 12 feet to allow 

two-way traffic to pass; any aisle less than 12 feet 

wide requires one-way traffic or no passing of container 

trains. 

All 90-degree intersections are required to be chamfered 

by 4 feet at a minimum (see Exhibit 4-7.6a.) 

Exhibit 4-7.6a 

Chamfered Intersection 

All L&DC and PMPC sites are required to purchase 

and install Electronic Speed Control (ESC) Programmers 

on all existing PIT vehicles before instituting an 

increase of towing more than three mail containers 

within the facility. The ESC setting is to be adjusted to 

approximately 80%, not exceeding 5 mph with the 

Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV). 

All newly purchased PIVs must have the ESC devices 

installed by the manufacturer according to the 

specifications mentioned above. 

When towing more than three GPMC and/or ERMC containers 

at one time, the PIT operator must place a folding 

tow bar (shown below) between the third and fourth container. 

When towing a train of seven containers at one time, 

the PIT operator must use two folding tow bars. One will be 

placed between the third and fourth container as previously 

mentioned and the other will be between the fifth and sixth 

container (i.e., in a 3-2-2 pattern). 

When towing containers, the PIT operator must use the 

brake levers to prevent jackknifing or loss of containers in 

the train. 

Exhibit 4.7.6b 

Folding Tow Bar 

(See Handbook PO-502, Container Methods, for further information 

on proper use of mail equipment.) 

* * * * * 

(Continued on page 65.)


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Fraud Alert 

Withholding of Mail Orders 

Withholding of mail orders is enforced by postmasters at the cities listed below. 

State/City/ZIP Code 

Names and Addresses Covered 

DE, Wilmington 19810-4533 All Mail Addressed to James Milford, 1812 Marsh Road, Suite 6, PMB 233 

MA, Allston 02134-0003 Any and All Names, P O Box 251 

MA, Beverly 01915-2826 

MA, Beverly 01915-2826 

MA, Beverly 01915-2831 

ME, Boothbay Harbor 04538-2275 

Any and All of Various Names Other Than the Name Robert Abate, 85 Bridge 

Street 

Any and All of Various Names Other Than the Name Peter Abate, 87 Bridge 

Street 

Any and All of Various Names Other Than the Names Fernando Abate and 

Victoria Abate, 72 Hillside Avenue 

Any and All of Various Names Other Than the Names Robert Abate and 

Elaine Abate, 133 Atlantic Avenue, #31-A 

— Judicial Officer, 12-23-04 

PULL-OUT SECTION


Invalid Express Mail Corporate Account Numbers 

These numbers are to be posted and used by retail/ 

acceptance clerks. This listing supersedes all previous notices, 

which must be recycled. Retail/acceptance clerks 

must not accept Express Mail shipments bearing any of 

the invalid numbers (listed below) in the “customer 

number” or “agreement number” section of the label or 

form. 

Note: The first 6 digits of a 9-digit Custom Designed Service 

and Next Day Pickup Service Agreement make up the 

Corporate Account Number. 

005058 

005449 

005586 

005615 

006750 

008039 

008284 

008354 

008699 

008965 

009160 

009277 

009304 

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010231 

010624 

011247 

011395 

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014282 

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020603 














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— Product Information Requirements, Product Development, 12-23-04


Missing, Lost, or Stolen U.S. Money Order Forms 

Do Not Cash — Upon Receipt, Notify Local Postal Inspectors 

This listing will be provided to all Postal Service employees 

responsible for accepting and cashing postal 

money orders. All interim notices should be destroyed 

when the numbers listed appear in the Postal Bulletin. The 

actual serial numbers consist of the first 10 digits on the 

money orders. Check for altered dollar amounts by holding 

money orders to the light. 

010 504 1932 to 

010 504 1999 

011 582 1889 to 

011 582 1899 

011 588 2900 to 

011 588 3099 

012 579 5675 to 

012 579 5699 

013 289 6176 to 

013 289 6199 

013 610 0014 to 

013 610 0099 

014 932 1000 to 

014 932 1099 

014 972 0800 to 

014 972 0899 

015 363 0007 to 

015 363 0099 

017 028 3200 to 

017 028 3299 

018 569 5333 to 

018 569 5399 

018 986 5264 to 

018 986 5299 

019 518 2814 to 

019 518 2899 

020 698 5159 to 

020 698 5199 

020 844 7307 to 

020 844 7399 

020 972 8948 to 

020 972 8999 

022 021 9110 to 

022 021 9181 

022 037 1411 to 

022 037 1499 

022 527 9201 to 

022 527 9210 

023 637 7169 to 

023 637 7199 

024 380 4100 to 

024 380 4199 

024 496 6870 to 

024 496 6896 

025 092 0987 to 

025 092 0999 

025 369 5535 to 

025 369 5599 

025 729 1151 to 

025 729 1199 

025 729 1643 to 

025 729 1799 

026 492 3180 to 

026 492 3199 

027 361 0430 to 

027 361 0499 

027 369 4482 to 

027 369 4495 

027 671 8762 to 

027 671 8776 

027 787 9886 to 

027 787 9899 

027 965 9487 to 

027 965 9499 

028 191 1852 to 

028 191 1999 

028 850 3000 to 

028 850 3199 

029 510 1500 to 

029 510 1599 

030 687 0903 to 

030 687 0999 

030 701 3442 to 

030 701 3499 

031 077 4507 to 

031 077 4799 

032 295 7500 to 

032 295 9999 

034 394 1000 to 

034 394 1099 

034 943 0400 to 

034 943 0799 

035 035 4337 to 

035 035 4399 

037 706 9578 to 

037 706 9599 

037 805 3677 to 

037 805 3699 

037 909 5490 to 

037 909 5499 

040 024 3901 to 

040 024 3999 

040 674 7100 to 

040 674 7199 

040 688 8816 to 

040 688 8899 

041 299 6752 to 

041 299 6799 

041 623 8889 to 

041 623 8899 

041 803 6565 to 

041 803 6599 

043 205 5922 to 

043 205 5999 

044 087 3457 to 

044 087 3499 

044 087 4000 to 

044 087 4099 

045 524 4121 to 

045 524 4298 

046 800 9870 to 

046 800 9899 

047 352 4000 to 

047 352 4099 

047 552 4370 to 

047 552 4399 

048 383 7650 to 

048 383 7659 

048 396 3647 to 

048 396 3699 

051 774 8857 to 

051 774 8899 

051 781 2875 to 

051 781 2885 

057 670 0563 to 

057 670 0599 

058 187 3836 to 

058 187 3899 

058 591 1153 to 

058 591 1299 

058 895 3746 to 

058 895 3799 

059 986 0814 to 

059 986 0899 

060 406 7650 to 

060 406 7699 

065 392 6345 to 

065 392 6399 

066 648 2880 to 

066 648 2899 

066 787 3639 to 

066 787 3699 

066 845 7500 to 

066 845 9999 

067 093 3869 to 

067 093 3899 

067 324 9756 to 

067 324 9799 

068 895 0334 to 

068 895 0399 

071 179 9800 to 

071 179 9899 

071 386 3682 to 

071 386 3699 

072 045 9641 to 

072 045 9699 

077 999 4001 to 

077 999 4090 

210 221 0548 to 

210 221 0599 

227 275 9400 to 

227 275 9999 

273 070 8059 to 

273 070 8099 

273 775 7700 to 

273 775 7899 

302 000 0000 to 

302 123 9999 

349 746 2056 to 2099 

350 518 7350 to 7374 

360 011 1690 to 1699 

360 168 6008 to 6099 

360 173 8800 to 8899 

360 324 2326 to 2399 

362 861 3064 to 3099 

373 006 2176 to 2199 

374 768 2600 to 2699 

375 169 4400 to 4599 

375 829 3400 to 3499 

375 851 9100 to 9199 

376 196 0911 to 0999 

378 085 3679 to 3699 

378 351 1063 to 1099 

379 843 5100 to 5199 

380 093 9600 to 9699 

380 165 1165 to 1199 

381 325 4500 to 4599 

381 604 2510 to 2699 

381 645 9525 to 9599 

383 314 3968 to 3999 

383 892 1000 to 1344 

383 892 1382 to 1399 

384 925 3641 to 3654 


385 599 7554 to 7575 

385 774 2024 to 2099 

386 624 1412 to 1599 

386 883 8936 to 8999 

387 314 5574 to 5599 

387 837 6300 to 6399 

388 828 0656 to 0699 

389 696 2400 to 2799


45 

389 846 3104 to 3135 

389 846 3145 to 3195 

389 887 9211 to 9230 

389 887 9234 to 9299 

390 001 3182 to 3199 

390 001 3500 to 3699 

390 545 5974 to 5999 

391 104 6146 to 6199 

391 574 1466 to 1499 

391 783 3020 to 3599 

391 792 6100 to 6199 

392 668 2956 to 2999 

392 854 8500 to 8899 

393 584 7566 to 7699 

393 650 0074 to 0099 

393 838 8316 to 8499 

393 893 6007 to 6099 

394 126 6907 to 6999 

394 189 0405 to 0599 

394 822 3243 to 3278 

394 990 1810 to 1899 

395 343 3264 to 3299 

395 373 3035 to 3099 

395 396 9649 to 9799 

395 970 3240 to 3299 

397 622 4054 to 4099 

397 819 8902 to 8999 

398 149 7200 to 7699 

399 070 0872 to 0899 

399 156 7119 to 7199 

399 203 5064 to 5099 

399 296 9910 to 9999 

399 396 8935 to 8999 

399 792 7775 to 7799 

399 792 8300 to 8399 

400 427 1051 to 1999 

401 045 1505 to 1549 

401 045 1571 to 1599 

401 294 2700 to 2799 

401 310 9505 to 9599 

401 382 5312 to 5399 

402 578 7876 to 7899 

403 125 6744 to 6799 

403 260 7000 to 7499 

403 280 6470 to 6499 

403 685 8600 to 8699 

404 003 0300 to 0399 

404 041 8838 to 8899 

404 071 4268 to 4299 

404 347 5356 to 5399 

404 347 5548 to 5599 

404 726 4500 to 4599 

404 961 5001 to 5199 

405 325 0188 to 0198 

406 009 4587 to 4599 

406 260 6830 to 6899 

406 459 6641 to 6999 

406 733 3000 to 3999 

407 545 1557 to 1599 

407 594 0412 to 0599 

407 692 9100 to 9299 

407 959 2190 to 2199 

408 265 2275 to 2288 

408 499 7700 to 7799 

408 499 7900 to 7999 

408 682 8484 to 8599 

408 698 7015 to 7099 

409 072 3941 to 3999 


410 694 8400 to 8599 

410 775 1500 to 1599 

410 795 7927 to 7999 

410 867 0917 to 0966 

410 867 0970 to 0999 

411 868 1023 to 1199 


412 193 0900 to 0999 

412 395 8599 to 8699 

412 485 6500 to 6599 

412 485 6610 to 6699 

412 885 5953 to 5999 

414 193 3608 to 3674 

414 193 3677 to 3699 

414 411 7348 to 7399 

414 640 0757 to 0799 

414 965 1727 to 1799 

417 302 8104 to 8199 

417 387 6532 to 6599 

417 496 6800 to 6999 

417 871 9250 to 9299 

417 930 9533 to 9599 

418 164 6500 to 6799 

418 423 9863 to 9899 

418 633 5922 to 5999 

418 719 8520 to 8599 


418 962 2848 to 2899 

419 543 0286 to 0299 

419 730 0300 to 0399 

420 277 0015 to 0049 

420 599 0734 to 0798 

420 661 4115 to 4199 

420 758 9500 to 9699 

420 969 3951 to 3971 

420 969 3973 to 3999 

421 116 3565 to 3599 

421 130 9300 to 9399 

421 313 4500 to 4999 

421 364 5537 to 5599 

421 656 2609 to 2699 

421 988 9700 to 9799 

422 172 4667 to 4699 

422 484 4212 to 4299 

422 556 1270 to 1299 

422 587 7024 to 7099 

422 819 7533 to 7599 

422 842 5073 to 5087 

422 907 7563 to 7599 

424 500 6050 to 6099 

424 641 8500 to 8599 

424 871 6600 to 6699 


425 418 4269 to 4299 

425 418 4405 to 4499 

426 547 4566 to 4599 

427 412 6337 to 6499 

427 481 0900 to 0999 

428 027 2742 to 2752 

429 474 4172 to 4199 

429 889 2900 to 2999 

430 150 4401 to 4599 

430 172 9800 to 9899 

430 177 1900 to 2099 

430 444 9500 to 9699 

430 664 4070 to 4099 

432 168 8419 to 8499 

432 708 6800 to 6999 

432 744 1544 to 1599 

432 995 9775 to 9799 

433 003 5800 to 5899 

433 757 3047 to 3099 

433 765 4003 to 4099 

434 482 7060 to 7199 


434 968 3076 to 3092 

435 303 1831 to 1842 

435 303 1986 to 1999 

435 666 6092 to 6399 

436 082 6400 to 6899 

436 160 6441 to 6499 

437 316 7115 to 7199 

437 427 0500 to 3499 


439 310 0458 to 0499 

440 698 1947 to 1999 

440 858 6300 to 6399 

440 858 6420 to 7299 

441 199 1655 to 1699 

443 127 3648 to 3699 

443 127 4000 to 4099 

443 673 7900 to 7999 

443 800 9335 to 9399 

444 382 8822 to 8899 

444 390 1667 to 1699 

444 457 3854 to 3899 

450 048 4173 to 4199 

450 048 4442 to 4699 

450 560 5173 to 5199 

450 620 3077 to 3099 

450 620 3135 to 3199 

450 780 2716 to 2799 

450 801 2700 to 2799 

451 109 2967 to 2984 

451 115 4110 to 4125 

451 115 4127 to 4199 

451 746 0700 to 0799 

452 265 0074 to 0099 

452 265 0246 to 0299 

452 265 0335 to 0999 

452 509 1169 to 1199 

452 855 6471 to 6499 

452 890 4679 to 4799 


453 117 9146 to 9199 

453 334 3631 to 3699 

453 603 7841 to 7891 

453 650 1140 to 1199 

453 741 1300 to 1399 

454 013 2919 to 2999 

454 186 2411 to 2499 

454 268 4883 to 4899 

454 302 5400 to 5499 

454 490 8300 to 8399 

454 547 7434 to 7499 

454 922 4867 to 4895 

455 221 1348 to 1499 

455 364 2147 to 2199 

455 399 5400 to 5499 

455 476 0676 to 0699 

455 543 0618 to 0699 

456 410 9006 to 9099 

456 470 4146 to 4299 

456 619 4460 to 4499 

457 333 2686 to 2699 

457 729 1767 to 1777 

457 937 8615 to 8699 

458 028 9810 to 9899 

458 057 2712 to 2999 

458 069 9537 to 9599 

458 069 9665 to 9699 

458 337 5222 to 5299 

458 354 7653 to 7999 

458 671 8678 to 8699 

458 671 8721 to 8798 

458 847 5044 to 5999 

459 274 7624 to 7699 

459 365 5432 to 5499 

459 378 5764 to 5799 

459 472 4816 to 4999 

460 349 6878 to 6899 

460 550 1909 to 1999 


461 973 6443 to 6499 

462 152 0107 to 0299 

462 274 1072 to 1099 

462 277 8373 to 8399 

462 554 6051 to 6099 

463 011 5529 to 5540 

463 176 4115 to 4199 

463 176 4229 to 4299 

463 185 2600 to 2799 

463 227 7711 to 7799 

463 414 4869 to 4899 

463 808 3484 to 3499 

463 945 7400 to 7899 

464 629 9000 to 9399 

464 711 4332 to 4399 

465 692 3963 to 3999 

465 698 8300 to 8599 

465 743 7745 to 7799


466 798 6056 to 6067 

467 147 4300 to 4399 

468 079 5782 to 5799 

469 067 2817 to 2899 

469 127 8000 to 8199 

469 213 0359 to 0399 

469 213 0500 to 0599 

469 561 8011 to 8099 

469 658 1961 to 1999 

469 666 9900 to 9999 

469 678 1900 to 1999 

469 781 4900 to 4999 

469 947 6960 to 6999 

470 755 5800 to 5818 

471 918 0300 to 0999 

471 985 2408 to 2419 

472 191 6700 to 6799 

472 270 2555 to 2599 

472 987 0213 to 0241 

472 987 0290 to 0299 

473 151 2069 to 2199 

473 666 9138 to 9199 

473 952 3429 to 3499 

474 108 5402 to 5499 

474 356 5193 to 5299 

474 949 3366 to 3399 

475 134 9362 to 9399 

475 167 9667 to 9699 

475 319 3415 to 3499 

475 319 3649 to 3799 

475 340 6400 to 6599 

475 424 8410 to 8499 

475 629 9156 to 9199 

475 850 6101 to 6199 

475 875 2500 to 2599 

476 169 8264 to 8299 

476 189 3000 to 3499 

476 331 2480 to 2499 

477 289 8601 to 8699 

477 681 5206 to 5299 

478 010 4243 to 4268 

478 010 4270 to 4291 

478 450 5071 to 5099 

478 469 7838 to 7858 

478 469 7883 to 7899 

479 280 9800 to 9899 

479 365 9116 to 9176 

479 412 9900 to 9999 

479 667 6190 to 6199 

479 748 9680 to 9699 

479 860 7000 to 7199 

480 526 2000 to 2099 

480 640 6330 to 6399 

480 658 0568 to 0599 

480 689 5100 to 5199 

481 072 9463 to 9499 

481 673 0074 to 0095 

482 527 1500 to 1599 

482 541 5255 to 5299 

482 729 6800 to 6899 

483 363 7207 to 7299 


483 486 5100 to 5199 

483 632 1521 to 1599 

483 632 2600 to 2799 

483 849 1615 to 1699 

484 174 4803 to 5299 


484 680 5000 to 5038 

484 680 5040 to 5074 

484 680 5077 to 5099 

485 029 4913 to 4999 

486 176 0600 to 0699 

486 559 7555 to 7599 


488 173 7900 to 7999 

488 206 4100 to 4199 

488 226 0200 to 0299 

488 709 3906 to 3999 

488 855 8359 to 8399 

489 181 8963 to 8999 


489 311 1930 to 1999 

489 318 6200 to 6300 

489 384 0027 to 0099 

489 427 0658 to 0899 

489 997 5252 to 5299 

490 669 5850 to 6099 

490 717 7080 to 7099 

490 721 6000 to 6099 

490 793 1500 to 2099 

490 886 8171 to 8199 

490 977 9221 to 9240 

491 258 8100 to 9099 

491 567 1376 to 1399 

492 254 4800 to 4899 

492 283 5100 to 5199 

492 610 6813 to 6899 

493 394 5568 to 5599 

493 470 2562 to 2599 

493 473 7700 to 7799 

493 716 2153 to 2199 

494 206 2972 to 2999 

494 217 3446 to 3999 

494 224 0500 to 0599 

495 145 0600 to 0699 

496 209 7425 to 7499 

496 213 8728 to 8799 

496 474 5226 to 5248 

497 053 8517 to 8699 

497 854 8673 to 8699 

498 449 8888 to 8899 

498 929 8285 to 8499 

498 936 5310 to 5399 

499 016 5425 to 5499 

499 440 8575 to 8899 

499 731 6717 to 6799 

500 064 1858 to 1869 

500 070 5725 to 7799 


601 339 1200 to 1399 

601 653 5884 to 5899 

601 661 7700 to 7799 

601 682 5343 to 5399 

601 928 1600 to 1699 

602 512 2972 to 2999 

602 555 2400 to 2799 

602 829 7061 to 7099 

603 483 9572 to 9599 

603 490 7200 to 7299 

603 678 7100 to 7199 

603 678 7662 to 7699 

603 678 7902 to 7999 

603 678 8418 to 8499 

603 678 8700 to 9999 

604 086 0880 to 0899 

604 349 1414 to 1499 

604 503 7776 to 7799 

605 520 9037 to 9099 

605 685 4010 to 4099 

605 988 6467 to 6499 

607 689 7951 to 7960 

607 728 1276 to 1299 

608 727 7100 to 7199 

608 727 7273 to 7599 

608 813 9950 to 9999 

609 067 5325 to 5399 

609 067 5488 to 5499 

609 067 5600 to 5699 


609 438 4400 to 4499 

609 493 1100 to 1199 

609 766 8091 to 8999 

609 825 4100 to 4115 

609 884 2981 to 2999 

609 893 1000 to 1099 

610 092 3200 to 3299 

610 582 4200 to 4299 

611 879 6939 to 6999 

612 291 8013 to 8099 

612 751 5171 to 5199 

612 751 5226 to 5299 

612 751 6083 to 6099 

612 751 6268 to 6299 

612 751 6572 to 6599 

612 774 2111 to 2199 

612 774 2254 to 2299 

612 774 2500 to 2599 

614 469 0979 to 0999 

614 474 3000 to 3099 

614 521 3490 to 3499 

614 645 1800 to 1899 

614 832 1100 to 2099 

615 017 7505 to 7599 

617 711 6609 to 6699 

617 760 5266 to 5299 

617 813 3601 to 3699 

618 840 9200 to 9299 

619 551 7229 to 7299 

619 859 3000 to 3099 

620 073 9400 to 9499 

621 614 7907 to 7930 

621 614 7932 to 7999 

621 648 8021 to 8199 

621 648 8500 to 8599 

621 904 8351 to 8599 

621 916 1978 to 1989 

622 989 8032 to 8099 

623 076 9300 to 9399 





624 468 5288 to 5299 

624 665 3162 to 3198 

625 088 6735 to 6799 

625 916 9500 to 9799 

625 968 8956 to 8999 

627 005 3938 to 3999 

627 384 3907 to 4099 

627 496 7549 to 7599 

627 708 3605 to 3699 

627 776 2500 to 2599 

628 226 3100 to 3199 

628 814 4702 to 4799 

628 851 9689 to 9699 

629 510 7200 to 7299 

629 964 4200 to 4294 

630 389 3056 to 3071 

630 463 0588 to 0599 

631 459 9117 to 9199 

631 762 9325 to 9399 

632 217 4933 to 4999 

632 500 0000 to 599 9999 

633 110 4165 to 4199 

633 110 4303 to 4499 

633 438 6429 to 6599 

633 588 7173 to 7182 

634 725 0700 to 0799 


634 807 2474 to 2499 

634 827 5900 to 5999 

634 886 3428 to 3499 

635 559 3449 to 3499 

636 289 6214 to 6299 

636 634 8007 to 8042 

637 150 1200 to 1299 

637 562 5828 to 5899 

638 042 1647 to 1699 

638 049 4984 to 4999 

638 318 1115 to 1199 

638 318 1453 to 1499 

638 885 0000 to 0299 

638 903 4362 to 4373 

639 415 1929 to 1999 

639 415 2019 to 2099 

639 420 6200 to 6299 

639 469 3517 to 3799 

639 605 2143 to 2199 

639 657 8600 to 8799


47 

640 289 7500 to 7599 

640 289 7700 to 7999 

641 170 4420 to 4499 

641 318 3133 to 3199 

641 378 6500 to 6999 

641 383 8739 to 8799 

641 877 3187 to 3299 

641 877 3310 to 3399 

642 355 8094 to 8199 

642 355 8308 to 8999 

642 900 0018 to 0099 

643 030 6254 to 6299 

644 066 0882 to 0899 

644 069 0600 to 0699 

644 077 7506 to 7699 

644 085 8157 to 8199 

644 112 9839 to 9899 

644 373 9083 to 9099 

644 380 1460 to 1499 

644 733 4715 to 4799 

644 900 9712 to 9799 

644 901 0109 to 1299 

644 901 1325 to 1399 


644 932 4655 to 4699 

645 318 7240 to 7499 

645 333 1766 to 1799 

645 790 8632 to 8699 

645 821 0657 to 0699 

645 930 7948 to 7999 

645 975 0737 to 0762 

646 242 6200 to 6299 

646 270 7639 to 7799 

646 798 4000 to 4999 

647 048 7035 to 7099 

647 049 2900 to 2999 

647 398 8300 to 8399 

647 398 8481 to 8499 

647 437 3000 to 4999 

647 811 2188 to 2199 

648 009 6057 to 6099 

648 163 5300 to 5499 

648 722 5283 to 5299 

648 892 3164 to 3199 

649 100 3989 to 3999 

649 647 0370 to 0399 

649 647 0522 to 0599 


649 647 9100 to 9299 

649 666 7800 to 8299 

650 114 7707 to 7719 

650 130 3400 to 3599 

650 213 0406 to 0499 

650 555 1749 to 1799 

650 564 1900 to 1999 

650 627 4212 to 4299 

650 736 2043 to 2099 

650 739 1540 to 1699 

651 741 4415 to 4499 

651 882 2800 to 2899 

652 754 6317 to 6399 

653 131 4945 to 4999 

653 426 3300 to 3399 

653 455 4874 to 4899 

654 238 0000 to 0399 

654 404 3065 to 3092 

654 962 2900 to 3199 

655 103 5081 to 5199 


656 305 2448 to 2499 

657 347 4438 to 4999 

657 710 8100 to 8999 

657 780 0985 to 0999 

658 586 1400 to 1499 

658 877 8000 to 8199 

658 880 8000 to 8199 

659 398 7300 to 7399 

659 706 8113 to 8199 

659 846 7837 to 7899 

660 510 4100 to 4199 

660 673 0400 to 0599 

661 488 5000 to 5099 

661 609 9100 to 9199 

661 716 9420 to 9499 

661 906 6522 to 6599 

662 021 8332 to 8399 

662 068 0700 to 0899 

662 553 0774 to 0799 

663 078 7034 to 7099 

663 763 5300 to 5399 

663 883 7039 to 7499 

663 938 9200 to 9299 

664 253 8000 to 8499 

664 656 3055 to 3099 

665 174 6400 to 6499 

665 274 8208 to 8299 

665 669 5400 to 5499 

666 132 8226 to 8299 

666 696 2209 to 2299 


667 032 9300 to 9399 

667 729 5529 to 5599 

668 383 8400 to 8699 

670 368 3400 to 3499 

670 369 7336 to 7399 

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671 046 6200 to 6399 

671 251 5448 to 5499 

671 926 5600 to 5799 

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677 126 6734 to 6799 

677 333 9979 to 9999 

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678 071 4500 to 4799 

678 096 7531 to 7599 

679 909 2578 to 2599 

680 112 9565 to 9599 

680 244 0903 to 0999 

680 412 6046 to 6099 

680 761 6800 to 6899 

681 677 0540 to 0699 

682 070 1029 to 1099 

682 956 6280 to 6299 

682 956 6490 to 6599 

682 956 6700 to 6799 

682 965 1178 to 1199 

682 965 1201 to 1299 


683 378 2000 to 2099 

683 378 2117 to 2299 

683 415 1200 to 1499 

683 444 8159 to 8199 

685 154 7780 to 7789 

685 297 7645 to 7699 


685 650 9487 to 9499 

685 669 4200 to 4299 

685 757 8452 to 8499 

686 071 2694 to 2799 

686 176 3333 to 3354 

686 372 3200 to 3299 

686 644 5879 to 5899 

686 899 1371 to 1399 

686 931 7636 to 7699 

687 601 0973 to 0999 

687 614 6774 to 6799 

688 120 9000 to 9999 

688 314 3107 to 3191 

690 291 1361 to 1371 

690 788 2877 to 2899 

690 893 5344 to 5399 

690 893 5512 to 5599 

690 904 1300 to 1599 

690 941 6000 to 6199 

691 313 6383 to 6399 

691 313 6600 to 6699 

691 582 8003 to 8099 

691 664 1800 to 1999 

691 664 2400 to 2499 

692 727 9362 to 9399 

692 798 1800 to 1899 

693 249 0779 to 0799 

693 249 0877 to 1699 

693 445 0566 to 0999 

693 448 8500 to 8999 

693 645 9583 to 9599 

693 965 4200 to 4299 

695 741 2906 to 2999 

695 947 8518 to 8599 

696 662 8247 to 8299 

697 447 8285 to 8296 

698 042 4816 to 4899 

698 131 2138 to 2157 

698 227 0000 to 0099 

700 065 2570 to 2599 

700 065 4800 to 4899 

700 190 3350 to 3359 

700 228 6048 to 6099 

700 650 0452 to 0499 


700 786 9106 to 9142 

700 859 0744 to 0758 

701 028 6780 to 6899 

701 213 3900 to 3999 

701 267 2000 to 3999 

701 335 7312 to 7399 

701 369 2005 to 2050 

701 499 2260 to 2299 

701 503 2247 to 2299 

701 541 2271 to 2299 

701 553 6557 to 6599 

701 578 7460 to 7469 

701 578 7475 to 7499 

701 601 3457 to 3499 

701 605 5913 to 5999 

701 695 3982 to 3999 

701 695 4148 to 4199 

701 695 4227 to 4299 

701 708 1741 to 1799 

701 736 3966 to 3999 

701 838 2800 to 2899 

701 941 0600 to 0699 

702 171 1603 to 1699 

702 195 5109 to 5199 

702 254 9300 to 9399 

702 264 7569 to 7599 

702 519 0513 to 0524 

702 713 1800 to 1809 

702 821 5730 to 5799 

702 821 5805 to 5899 

702 846 6331 to 6399 

702 848 3900 to 3999 

702 857 7302 to 7499 

702 878 0114 to 0199 

703 364 1707 to 1799 

740 002 7710 to 7719 

740 241 9049 to 9099 

740 255 1718 to 1799 

740 470 2420 to 2443 


740 535 1555 to 1580 

740 701 6105 to 6114 

740 705 9790 to 9799 

740 726 6400 to 6500 

740 765 3306 to 3399 

805 885 8411 to 8499 

806 087 1100 to 1499 

806 268 9275 to 9299 

806 534 3400 to 3477 

807 342 3283 to 3399 

808 086 7100 to 7199 

808 090 3440 to 3499 

808 325 5161 to 5699 

808 784 8000 to 8299


830 125 0672 to 0699 

830 602 5800 to 5999 

830 610 3700 to 3799 

830 983 3500 to 3599 

830 983 3635 to 3699 

831 354 1387 to 1399 

831 815 8240 to 8299 

832 525 3810 to 3899 

833 159 1884 to 1899 

833 456 2567 to 2599 

833 566 3015 to 3071 

834 130 5200 to 5299 

834 316 5444 to 5499 

834 354 8747 to 8766 

834 354 8824 to 8838 

835 269 5700 to 5799 

835 496 7303 to 7399 

835 539 5200 to 5999 

835 813 3015 to 3099 

837 672 8967 to 8999 

837 784 3282 to 3299 

838 176 8377 to 8399 

838 518 1257 to 1299 

839 718 8257 to 8299 



840 910 0900 to 0999 

841 349 5000 to 5099 

841 805 7747 to 7899 

841 805 7944 to 8099 

842 226 0685 to 0695 

842 685 4600 to 4699 

842 685 4742 to 4999 

842 860 0300 to 0399 

842 898 5582 to 5599 

843 062 7100 to 7199 

843 077 6288 to 6299 

843 077 6378 to 6399 

843 758 5769 to 5778 

843 786 2554 to 2699 

845 656 8165 to 8199 

845 727 2100 to 2199 

845 746 2618 to 2635 

846 390 7531 to 7599 

846 918 0572 to 0599 

847 237 7690 to 7699 

847 284 2481 to 2499 

847 374 7055 to 7065 

847 374 7055 to 7065 

847 636 5304 to 5399 

847 700 5447 to 5499 


849 485 3427 to 3499 

849 520 9850 to 9899 

849 608 1357 to 1399 

849 792 2600 to 2699 

850 546 1862 to 1899 

851 143 6826 to 6844 

851 209 9880 to 9899 

851 928 9221 to 9299 

852 589 6560 to 6599 

853 049 3646 to 3699 

854 304 4089 to 4999 

854 529 2200 to 2299 

854 532 0000 to 2999 

855 001 6204 to 6249 

855 319 9364 to 9399 

855 361 3390 to 3399 

856 226 0490 to 0499 

856 656 5800 to 5999 

856 752 0200 to 0299 

857 111 1352 to 1399 

857 279 3450 to 3499 

857 843 4000 to 4099 

858 124 7644 to 7699 

858 756 3111 to 3299 

859 063 8200 to 8699 

859 190 0600 to 0644 

859 437 5538 to 5599 

859 811 2888 to 2899 

859 855 8873 to 8999 

860 240 8520 to 8599 

860 275 3900 to 3999 

860 518 9629 to 9699 

860 600 0021 to 0999 

861 158 2350 to 2599 

861 367 5400 to 5499 

861 637 6010 to 6099 

861 979 7292 to 7499 

862 216 6100 to 6199 

862 263 9213 to 9299 

862 271 0800 to 0999 

862 271 5000 to 5099 

863 871 5138 to 5199 

863 949 5300 to 5399 

864 088 8200 to 8299 

864 426 3972 to 3999 

864 520 6117 to 6136 

865 151 0526 to 0599 

865 500 4034 to 4099 

865 883 6082 to 6099 

866 004 3000 to 3999 

866 442 4100 to 4899 

867 366 9108 to 9118 

867 633 7403 to 7499 


868 169 4529 to 4599 

868 173 8400 to 8599 

868 514 9000 to 9099 

868 566 9200 to 9299 

869 387 1150 to 1199 

869 505 3500 to 3599 


869 800 0000 to 999 9999 

870 054 4814 to 4899 

870 491 4812 to 4849 

870 536 5820 to 5829 


870 575 8155 to 8999 

870 589 0485 to 0494 

870 691 7060 to 7099 

872 029 9306 to 9399 

872 100 0445 to 0459 

900 556 4178 to 4199 

900 845 0044 to 0099 

900 936 0217 to 0299 

900 936 0435 to 0499 

901 058 5255 to 5280 

901 273 1082 to 1099 

901 287 5143 to 5199 

901 291 2789 to 2799 

901 525 7122 to 7199 

902 089 1253 to 1299 

902 198 9769 to 9799 

902 948 1269 to 1299 

902 985 0833 to 0899 

903 370 6934 to 6999 


904 892 0378 to 0399 

904 892 0648 to 1299 

905 056 2216 to 2299 

905 510 6647 to 6799 

905 510 6900 to 7099 

905 794 0000 to 0199 

905 794 0288 to 0299 

905 873 6900 to 6999 

905 873 7100 to 7299 

905 880 8900 to 8999 

905 889 7100 to 7199 

906 158 1508 to 1599 

906 558 8812 to 8899 

906 982 2214 to 2299 

907 725 8500 to 8599 

907 815 0216 to 0257 


908 936 9254 to 9299 

909 100 1787 to 1799 

909 100 1900 to 2099 

909 355 0422 to 0499 

909 568 8900 to 9099 

909 568 9300 to 9499 

909 725 7307 to 7399 

909 833 0947 to 0999 

910 219 8631 to 8699 

910 265 1100 to 1199 

910 471 7273 to 7299 

910 536 2505 to 2599 

910 958 7499 to 7599 

911 140 1000 to 2199 

911 245 2545 to 2599 

911 268 9077 to 9099 

911 400 8948 to 8999 

911 508 1620 to 1799 

911 509 9310 to 9399 


912 057 9922 to 9999 

912 882 0563 to 0899 

913 605 2218 to 2299 

913 709 2429 to 2499 

913 818 3501 to 3999 

914 063 4300 to 4399 

914 346 7621 to 7644 

914 453 1366 to 1399 

914 529 6185 to 6299 

914 896 4658 to 4699 

915 187 8774 to 8779 

915 300 2783 to 2799 

915 546 6822 to 6999 

915 671 3963 to 3980 

915 671 3982 to 3999 

915 675 2217 to 2299 

916 440 3377 to 3399 

916 670 6352 to 6399 

916 682 5300 to 5399 

916 694 1414 to 1499 

916 703 0802 to 0821 

917 089 0709 to 0799 

917 089 0842 to 0899 

917 216 2928 to 2999 

917 370 6300 to 6499 

917 486 4900 to 4999 

918 460 0602 to 0699 

918 492 5200 to 5399 


919 519 2786 to 2799 

919 536 0770 to 0799 

919 814 3095 to 3199 

919 915 2774 to 2787 

920 155 4662 to 4687 

920 309 9039 to 9199 

920 857 5500 to 5899 

920 864 3480 to 3499 

921 333 7400 to 7499 

921 477 3762 to 3799 

922 278 1048 to 1399 

922 280 2019 to 2099 


922 773 0459 to 0499 






924 252 1200 to 1299 

924 252 1400 to 1499 

924 685 1957 to 1999 

— Group2−Mail Theft, Violent Crimes, and Narcotics Investigations, 

Postal Inspection Service, 12-23-04


49 

Missing, Lost, or Stolen Canadian Money Order Forms 

Do Not Cash — Upon Receipt, Notify Local Postal Inspectors 

This listing will be provided to all Postal Service employees 

responsible for accepting and cashing postal 

money orders. Destroy any interim notices when the numbers 

listed appear in the Postal Bulletin. The new money 

order serial numbers consist of the first 9 digits. The 10th 

digit is a check digit only. 

Do not cash new style money orders 000 000 001 to 

692 600 000. Advise holders to send invalid money orders 

to: Canada Post Corporation, Ottawa, Canada K1A 0B1. 

Check for altered dollar amounts by holding money orders 

to the light. 

000 000 001 to 

692 600 000 

692 720 871 to 0 900 

692 876 955 to 7 050 

693 290 380 to 0 400 

693 290 426 to 0 450 

694 063 700 to 3 897 

694 063 900 to 4 000 

694 550 501 to 0 530 

694 595 031 to 5 050 

694 595 087 to 5 300 

694 698 551 to 8 650 

694 745 458 to 5 600 

695 105 313 to 5 350 

695 142 809 to 3 050 

695 144 666 to 4 700 

695 272 601 to 2 750 

695 277 576 to 7 650 

695 530 761 to 0 800 

696 487 701 to 7 800 

696 784 101 to 4 550 

696 870 601 to 0 650 

697 047 501 to 7 600 

697 052 101 to 2 350 

697 217 251 to 7 400 

697 249 952 to 50 050 

697 414 886 to 4 900 

697 469 606 to 9 700 

697 850 401 to 0 750 

698 098 446 to 8 550 

698 300 251 to 0 300 

698 504 383 to 4 650 

698 533 927 to 4 200 

698 562 268 to 2 400 

699 090 686 to 0 750 

699 752 699 to 2 850 

700 068 473 to 8 500 

700 161 501 to 1 650 

700 202 522 to 2 700 

700 290 275 to 0 300 

700 465 730 to 5 750 

700 561 444 to 1 550 

701 423 101 to 3 150 

701 625 469 to 5 550 

701 643 829 to 3 850 

701 945 451 to 5 500 

702 033 701 to 4 050 

702 051 501 to 1 750 

702 053 601 to 3 800 

702 104 368 to 4 900 

702 128 306 to 8 400 

702 179 891 to 9 900 

702 260 751 to 0 850 

702 410 595 to 1 050 

702 660 151 to 0 540 


703 004 401 to 4 820 

703 083 819 to 4 020 

703 432 131 to 2 230 

703 626 061 to 6 090 

703 863 121 to 3 240 

703 863 477 to 3 540 

703 867 801 to 7 980 

704 030 628 to 0 640 

704 154 024 to 4 120 

704 227 561 to 7 829 

704 227 831 to 8 069 

704 228 071 to 8 100 

704 420 344 to 0 490 

704 568 751 to 8 990 

704 965 301 to 5 770 

705 116 780 to 6 790 

705 280 801 to 0 980 

705 475 651 to 6 040 

705 566 127 to 6 280 

705 740 581 to 0 730 

705 782 796 to 2 820 

705 822 271 to 2 480 

706 180 148 to 0 290 

706 184 041 to 4 220 

706 357 861 to 8 190 

706 382 419 to 2 430 

706 628 735 to 8 820 

706 638 211 to 8 420 

706 817 959 to 8 000 

707 034 391 to 4 450 

707 292 636 to 2 660 

707 441 401 to 1 687 

707 441 836 to 1 940 

707 958 541 to 8 570 

707 960 107 to 0 160 

708 059 941 to 60 000 

708 115 830 to 5 860 

708 116 251 to 6 310 

708 138 301 to 8 480 

709 222 591 to 2 920 

709 243 479 to 3 500 

709 411 171 to 1 320 

709 649 804 to 9 820 

709 733 281 to 3 580 

710 046 813 to 6 840 

710 358 093 to 8 166 

710 358 257 to 8 270 

711 021 501 to 1 510 

711 049 411 to 9 560 

711 408 045 to 8 090 

712 003 381 to 3 650 


712 327 861 to 7 890 

712 327 952 to 7 980 

712 647 061 to 7 090 

713 284 171 to 4 260 

713 292 871 to 2 990 

714 035 101 to 5 160 

714 155 011 to 5 400 

714 328 231 to 8 440 

714 442 952 to 2 980 

714 562 843 to 2 860 

714 590 391 to 0 430 

714 609 811 to 9 930 

714 609 961 to 9 990 

714 807 181 to 7 240 

714 871 321 to 1 500 

714 928 529 to 8 590 

715 128 183 to 8 330 

715 144 171 to 4 470 

715 197 211 to 7 570 

715 595 910 to 6 180 

715 941 781 to 1 810 

715 962 421 to 2 480 

716 477 396 to 7 430 

716 556 635 to 6 660 

717 083 841 to 3 960 

717 191 648 to 1 690 

717 193 161 to 3 490 

717 228 591 to 8 680 

717 333 902 to 3 950 

717 739 745 to 9 910 

717 884 991 to 5 050 

718 026 171 to 6 290 

718 466 370 to 6 420 

718 568 451 to 8 479 

718 590 741 to 0 770 

718 714 210 to 4 370 

718 795 881 to 6 000 

718 961 721 to 1 780 

718 982 001 to 2 300 

719 869 731 to 9 760 

720 227 871 to 7 930 

720 227 949 to 7 960 

720 368 543 to 8 570 

720 392 151 to 2 570 

720 556 491 to 6 640 

720 558 621 to 8 650 

720 575 361 to 5 570 

720 590 152 to 0 179 

721 638 331 to 9 170 

721 815 391 to 5 420 

721 969 713 to 9 740 

722 072 137 to 2 160 

722 378 265 to 8 280 

722 413 990 to 4 004 

722 764 948 to 4 980 

722 825 840 to 5 889 

723 153 841 to 3 850 

723 237 616 to 7 630 




724 655 196 to 5 340 

724 711 441 to 1 500 

724 711 538 to 1 560 

724 793 221 to 3 250 

724 908 109 to 8 120 

724 937 461 to 7 670 

725 163 118 to 3 151 

725 202 735 to 2 750 

725 398 591 to 8 800 

725 464 591 to 4 920 

725 475 321 to 5 330 

725 711 057 to 1 070 

725 738 581 to 8 730 

725 981 311 to 1 430 

725 987 835 to 7 880 

726 060 811 to 0 900 

726 391 970 to 2 520 

726 484 771 to 4 800 

726 493 351 to 5 300 

726 504 031 to 4 063 

726 504 070 to 4 090 

726 504 331 to 4 390 

726 563 701 to 4 060 

726 599 371 to 9 460 

726 626 356 to 6 370 

727 182 271 to 2 510 

727 416 181 to 6 240


727 481 431 to 1 460 

727 749 241 to 9 780 

728 382 331 to 2 480 

728 702 338 to 2 400 

728 915 371 to 5 850 

728 953 141 to 3 410 

728 954 280 to 4 310 

729 169 081 to 9 140 

729 363 841 to 3 870 

729 682 891 to 3 190 

729 838 940 to 9 070 

729 839 101 to 9 130 

730 077 683 to 7 840 

730 109 847 to 9 880 

730 373 761 to 3 850 

730 501 951 to 2 130 

730 519 379 to 9 470 

730 569 278 to 9 360 

730 711 711 to 1 740 


730 845 970 to 5 990 

730 888 291 to 8 320 

730 927 591 to 7 680 

731 307 914 to 7 930 

731 402 431 to 2 460 


731 588 301 to 8 340 

731 767 273 to 7 320 

731 781 061 to 1 120 

731 837 821 to 7 910 

731 841 377 to 1 450 

732 018 481 to 8 600 

732 067 972 to 8 370 

732 188 649 to 8 670 

732 193 460 to 3 470 

732 201 241 to 1 390 

732 220 431 to 0 440 

732 355 201 to 5 380 

732 472 320 to 2 560 

732 541 605 to 1 620 

732 572 221 to 2 490 

732 586 479 to 6 710 

732 994 037 to 4 080 

733 163 449 to 3 460 

733 297 171 to 7 290 

733 446 631 to 7 110 

733 474 665 to 4 770 

733 704 482 to 4 570 

733 751 041 to 1 130 

734 009 101 to 9 130 

734 290 759 to 0 770 

734 389 273 to 9 290 

734 440 031 to 0 111 

734 797 201 to 7 320 

734 939 611 to 9 640 

734 950 111 to 0 170 

735 120 331 to 0 840 

735 283 008 to 3 020 

735 293 131 to 3 220 

735 635 010 to 5 040 

735 783 961 to 3 990 

735 803 401 to 3 430 

736 005 420 to 5 440 

736 366 021 to 6 110 

736 624 456 to 4 500 

736 670 851 to 1 060 

736 767 061 to 7 090 

736 767 093 to 7 120 

736 982 191 to 2 370 

736 982 551 to 2 730 

737 110 141 to 0 170 

737 185 501 to 5 710 

737 317 321 to 7 350 

737 517 781 to 7 840 

737 628 181 to 8 210 

737 634 258 to 4 270 

738 361 971 to 1 980 

738 447 601 to 7 660 

738 648 355 to 8 450 

738 849 811 to 9 900 

738 892 270 to 2 290 

738 997 259 to 7 380 

739 161 451 to 1 540 

739 219 381 to 9 440 

739 740 151 to 0 180 

739 793 491 to 3 520 

739 793 527 to 3 550 

739 942 621 to 2 650 


740 011 517 to 1 530 

740 030 701 to 0 970 

740 261 740 to 1 820 

740 265 811 to 6 290 

740 299 111 to 9 170 


740 329 266 to 9 320 

740 889 081 to 9 090 

741 010 421 to 0 530 

741 113 041 to 3 370 

741 373 891 to 4 340 

741 452 369 to 2 490 

741 492 991 to 3 140 

741 553 460 to 3 470 

741 764 431 to 4 520 

742 178 834 to 8 880 

742 325 500 to 5 520 

742 325 668 to 5 700 

742 408 771 to 8 830 

742 512 120 to 2 150 

742 684 849 to 4 890 

742 839 553 to 9 630 

742 913 668 to 3 700 

742 917 287 to 7 296 

742 921 891 to 1 980 

742 983 631 to 3 810 

743 020 021 to 0 170 

743 206 491 to 6 500 

743 235 992 to 6 050 

743 940 631 to 0 900 

743 978 011 to 8 070 


744 499 591 to 9 680 

744 626 901 to 6 910 

745 388 794 to 8 910 

746 446 806 to 6 820 

746 818 351 to 8 410 

747 245 266 to 5 280 

747 364 813 to 4 830 

747 501 434 to 1 450 

747 739 891 to 0 070 

748 148 649 to 8 760 

748 259 960 to 9 970 

748 565 162 to 5 280 

748 874 988 to 5 030 

749 137 381 to 7 410 

749 190 192 to 0 210 

749 685 421 to 5 450 

749 846 791 to 6 850 

749 993 131 to 3 580 

750 071 587 to 1 610 

750 408 167 to 8 183 

750 438 421 to 8 501 

750 743 911 to 4 030 

750 779 118 to 9 400 

750 910 981 to 1 010 

750 960 841 to 0 900 

751 296 211 to 6 240 

751 539 121 to 9 180 

751 541 311 to 1 790 

751 757 641 to 7 700 

751 936 951 to 7 010 

751 951 861 to 1 890 

751 999 021 to 9 110 

752 139 516 to 9 570 

752 182 892 to 2 950 

752 206 861 to 7 100 

752 295 241 to 5 600 

752 731 351 to 1 410 

752 767 441 to 7 470 

753 008 941 to 9 030 

753 194 311 to 4 370 

753 620 378 to 0 400 

754 013 917 to 3 940 

754 161 061 to 1 120 

754 358 445 to 8 610 

754 410 451 to 0 660 

754 438 393 to 8 410 

754 493 109 to 3 130 

754 664 182 to 4 220 

754 816 377 to 6 470 

755 487 421 to 7 600 

755 592 901 to 3 140 

755 790 020 to 0 030 

755 791 730 to 1 800 

755 926 951 to 7 070 

755 934 332 to 4 510 

755 957 701 to 8 000 

755 962 981 to 3 280 

756 035 371 to 5 490 

756 301 257 to 1 290 

756 371 565 to 1 580 

756 876 031 to 6 120 

756 876 151 to 6 240 

756 970 129 to 0 140 

757 059 613 to 9 630 

757 078 540 to 8 560 

757 086 209 to 6 240 

757 240 591 to 0 650 

757 277 371 to 7 700 

757 291 591 to 2 730 

757 964 251 to 4 280 

758 067 001 to 7 090 

758 105 221 to 5 250 

758 324 941 to 5 000 

758 593 628 to 3 650 

758 709 038 to 9 060 

758 744 101 to 4 160 

758 850 883 to 0 900 

758 860 951 to 1 550 

759 152 851 to 2 880 

759 740 941 to 1 090 

760 004 596 to 4 610 

760 118 191 to 8 250 

760 155 001 to 5 090 

760 378 002 to 8 020 

760 692 722 to 2 749 

761 055 460 to 5 480 

761 169 781 to 9 810 

761 504 941 to 5 120 

761 516 836 to 6 910 

761 613 588 to 3 600 

761 688 631 to 8 690 

761 805 199 to 5 240 

761 826 106 to 6 120 

761 881 171 to 1 560 

761 975 641 to 5 670 

761 975 886 to 5 895 

762 304 144 to 4 170 

762 324 931 to 4 960 

762 439 261 to 9 290 

762 524 158 to 4 220 

762 584 872 to 4 970 

762 593 431 to 3 460 

763 155 160 to 5 180 

763 178 631 to 8 660 

763 506 001 to 6 060 

763 522 141 to 2 470 

763 717 694 to 7 800 

763 826 461 to 6 520 

763 900 460 to 0 471 

763 900 479 to 0 530 

763 917 271 to 7 750 

764 125 801 to 5 860 

764 284 525 to 4 560 

764 526 241 to 6 330 

764 601 421 to 1 600 


764 984 371 to 4 850 

765 003 667 to 3 680 

765 042 517 to 2 540


51 

765 194 728 to 4 970 

765 387 365 to 7 450 

765 541 801 to 2 100 

765 638 461 to 8 970 

765 647 101 to 7 190 

765 813 781 to 4 029 

765 879 314 to 9 390 

765 954 001 to 4 030 

766 120 286 to 0 320 

766 125 716 to 5 750 

766 158 824 to 8 840 

766 388 433 to 8 460 

766 509 421 to 9 660 

766 572 901 to 3 020 

766 748 500 to 8 521 

767 024 341 to 4 370 

767 326 471 to 6 590 

767 332 561 to 2 950 

768 009 841 to 9 960 

768 011 489 to 1 520 

768 177 980 to 7 990 

768 391 081 to 1 170 

768 661 569 to 1 650 

769 000 051 to 0 080 

769 050 841 to 0 900 

769 159 081 to 9 178 

769 737 496 to 7 510 

769 778 491 to 8 730 

769 827 331 to 7 450 

770 216 071 to 6 100 


770 790 451 to 0 480 

770 915 150 to 5 490 

771 455 551 to 5 610 

771 609 661 to 9 690 

771 932 551 to 2 580 

772 057 224 to 7 440 

772 162 660 to 3 070 

772 718 615 to 8 640 

772 940 140 to 0 160 

772 970 886 to 0 940 

773 009 419 to 9 430 

773 112 031 to 2 060 

773 125 387 to 5 410 

773 179 320 to 9 410 

773 202 989 to 3 140 

773 208 991 to 9 290 


773 348 739 to 8 940 

773 348 739 to 8 940 

773 575 891 to 5 950 

773 852 971 to 3 030 

790 448 020 to 8 460 

790 597 485 to 7 530 

790 911 883 to 1 900 

791 057 441 to 7 550 


791 374 483 to 4 500 

791 387 971 to 8 030 

791 447 521 to 7 850 

791 451 151 to 1 240 

791 500 009 to 0 470 

791 771 431 to 1 490 

792 004 293 to 4 320 

792 018 379 to 8 420 

792 070 621 to 0 740 


792 391 381 to 1 620 

792 452 779 to 2 790 

792 772 728 to 2 770 

792 903 511 to 3 990 

793 282 518 to 2 533 

794 041 831 to 2 040 

794 397 709 to 7 780 

794 581 741 to 2 040 

794 592 122 to 2 150 

795 032 251 to 2 340 

795 796 291 to 6 350 

796 070 139 to 0 160 

796 143 151 to 3 630 

796 373 406 to 3 430 

796 602 961 to 3 050 

796 708 441 to 8 500 

796 886 281 to 6 430 

796 901 701 to 2 000 

796 975 466 to 5 590 

797 272 917 to 2 950 

797 519 441 to 9 460 

797 519 731 to 0 240 

797 535 181 to 5 330 

798 040 053 to 0 080 

798 055 813 to 5 830 

798 055 891 to 5 950 

798 326 371 to 6 520 

798 339 167 to 9 210 

798 562 411 to 2 440 

798 632 461 to 2 490 

798 807 151 to 7 510 

798 944 761 to 5 030 

799 133 191 to 3 220 

799 177 626 to 7 650 

799 854 751 to 5 200 

800 044 320 to 4 410 

800 211 901 to 2 440 

800 427 530 to 7 540 

800 872 741 to 2 830 

801 676 681 to 7 100 

802 967 821 to 7 940 

— Group2−Mail Theft, Violent Crimes, and Narcotics Investigations, 

Postal Inspection Service, 12-23-04 

Counterfeit Canadian Money Order 

Forms 

Do Not Cash 

To be posted and used by retail window employees. 

As directed, destroy previous notices. All interim notices 

should be destroyed when the numbers listed appear in 

the Postal Bulletin. 

671,819,086 

676,612,640 

677,891,039 

678,282,493 

678,916,031 

679,552,215 

679,694,334 

679,751,983 

679,800,207 

681,130,536 

681,844,376 

683,594,542 

684,683,610 

686,619,878 

686,619,886 

686,619,887 

686,794,382 

686,794,426 

686,794,427 

686,794,431 

687,262,502 

687,262,503 

687,262,525 

687,262,526 

687,287,578 

687,287,581 

687,287,582 

694,063,898 

694,063,899 

694,063,980 

701,321,725 

Toll-Free Number Available to Verify 

Canadian Money Orders 

The Canada Post Corporation is now providing a 

toll-free number that cashing agents can call to verify the 

validity of Canadian Postal Money Orders. The number is 

800-563-0444. 

This toll-free number is printed on the back of the Canadian 

Postal Money Orders. 

— Group2−Mail Theft, Violent Crimes, 

and Narcotics Investigations, 

Postal Inspection Service, 12-23-04 

— Group2−Mail Theft, Violent Crimes, 

and Narcotics Investigations, 

Postal Inspection Service, 12-23-04


Overseas Military Mail 

Mail addressed to military post offices overseas is subject 

to certain conditions or restrictions of mailing regarding 

content, preparation, and handling. The APO/FPO table 

below outlines these conditions by APO/FPO ZIP Codes 

through the use of footnoted mailing restrictions codes (see 

the Restrictions page following the table). 

Acceptance clerks should use the table with the integrated 

retail terminal (IRT) or POS ONE terminal to 

determine which APO/FPO ZIP Codes are active and 

which conditions of mailing apply. Acceptance clerks may 

contact the Military Postal Service Agency with any 

questions regarding APO/FPO ZIP Codes, toll free, at 

800-810-6098, Monday−Friday, 0730−1630. 

For Express Mail Military Service (EMMS) availability, 

all acceptance clerks must refer to the local hardcopy 

EMMS directory. 

We have eliminated “Not Active” entries from the table below to save space and paper. 

APO/FPO Table 

APO/ See APO/ See APO/ See APO/ See 

FPO Restrictions FPO Restrictions FPO Restrictions FPO Restrictions 

09003 A1-B-B1-C-D-P-U-V 

09007 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09009 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09012 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09013 A1-B-B1-C-D-U-Z1 

09014 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09021 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09028 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09031 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09033 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09034 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09036 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09042 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09045 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09046 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09050 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09053 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09054 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09056 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09058 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09059 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09060 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09063 A1-B-B1-C-D-L-U 

09067 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09069 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09074 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09076 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09080 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09081 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09086 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09089 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09090 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09094 A1-B-B1-C-D 

09095 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09096 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09099 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09100 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09102 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09103 A1-B-B1-D-U 

09104 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09107 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09110 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09112 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09114 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09123 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09126 A1-B-B1-C-D 

09128 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09131 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09136 A1-B-B1-C-D 

09137 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09138 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09139 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09140 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09142 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09143 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09154 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09165 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09166 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09169 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09172 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09173 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09175 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09177 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09180 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09182 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09183 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09185 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09186 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09211 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09212 A1-B-B1-C-D-U-V 

09213 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09214 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09225 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09226 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09227 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09229 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09237 A1-B-B1-C-D-U-V 

09244 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09245 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09250 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09252 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09261 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09262 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09263 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09264 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09265 A1-B-B1-C-D-N-U 

09266 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09267 A1-B-B1-C-D-U 

09301 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-V-Z1 

09303 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09304 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V- Z1 

09305 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09306 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09307 A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09308 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09309 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M- R-R1-V-Z1 

09310 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09311 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09313 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09314 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09315 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-N-R-R1-V-Z1 

09316 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09317 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09318 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09320 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09321 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09325 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09326 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09327 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09328 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09329 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z- 

Z1 

09330 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09331 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09332 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09333 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09334 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09337 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09338 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09339 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09340 A-A1-B-B1-C1-F-R-V 

09342 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-V-Z1


53 



09344 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-V-Z-Z1 

09345 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09346 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09347 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09348 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09352 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09353 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09354 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09355 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09356 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09357 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09358 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09359 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09360 A1-B-B1-V 

09363 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09364 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09365 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09366 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09367 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09368 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09370 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09386 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-U2-V- 

Z-Z1 

09387 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-U2-V- 

Z-Z1 

09388 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-U2-V- 

Z-Z1 

09389 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-U2-V- 

Z-Z1 

09371 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09373 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09374 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09375 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09378 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09379 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09380 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09381 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09383 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09384 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09385 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09390 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09391 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09392 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09393 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09394 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09395 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09396 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-M-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09397 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09398 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09399 A-A1-B-B1-C-F-M-V- 

Z1 

09409 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U-V 

09420 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09421 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09447 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U-V 

09454 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U-V 

09456 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09459 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09461 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09463 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09464 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09468 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09469 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09470 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09494 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09496 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U-V 

09498 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09499 A1-B-B1-C-C1-U 

09501 A1-B-V 

09502 A1-B-V 

09503 A1-B-V 

09504 A1-B-V 

09505 A1-B-V 

09506 A1-B-V 

09507 A1-B-V 

09508 A1-B-V 

09509 A1-B-V 

09510 A1-B-V 

09511 A1-B- V 

09517 A1-B-V 

09521 A1-B-V 

09524 A1-B-V 

09532 A1-B-V 

09534 A1-B-V 

09542 A1-B-V 

09543 A1-B-V 

09545 A1-B-V 

09549 A1-B-V 

09550 A1-B-V 

09554 A1-B-B1-V 

09556 A1-B-V 

09557 A1-B-V 

09564 A1-B-V 

09565 A1-B-V 

09566 A1-B-V 

09567 A1-B-V 

09568 A1-B-V 

09569 A1-B-V 

09570 A1-B-V 

09573 A1-B-V 

09574 A1-B-V 

09575 A1-B-V 

09576 A1-B-V 

09577 A1-B-V 

09578 A1-B-V 

09579 A1-B-V 

09581 A1-B-V 

09582 A1-B-V 

09586 A1-B-V 

09587 A1-B-V 

09588 A1-B-V 

09589 A1-B-B1-V 

09590 A1-B-V 

09591 A1-B-V 

09593 A1-B-V 

09594 A1-B-V 

09595 A1-B-V 

09596 A1-B-V 

09599 A1-B-V 

09601 A1-B-B1-C-F-F1-U 

09602 A1-B-B1-C-F-F1-N-U 

09603 A1-B-B1-C-F-F1-U 

09604 A1-B-B1-C-F-F1-U 

09609 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09610 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09612 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09613 A1-B-B1-C-F-U-V 

09617 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09618 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09619 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09620 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09621 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09622 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09623 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09624 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09625 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09626 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09627 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09628 A1-B-B1-C-F-F1-U-V 

09630 A1-B-B1-C-F-U-V 

09631 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09636 A1-B-B1-C-F-U 

09642 A1-B-B1-N-U 

09643 A1-B-B1-U 

09644 A1-B-B1-U 

09645 A1-B-U 

09647 A1-B-B1-N-U 

09648 A1-B-B1-N-U-V-Z1 

09649 A1-B-B1-U 

09701 A-A1-B-B1-B2-C-C1- 

D-F-I-M-N-Q-R-R1-T- 

V-Z-Z1 

09703 A1-B-B1-C-F1 

09704 A1-B-B1-C-D-V 

09705 A1-B-B1-U 

09706 A1-B-B1-C-N-U-V 

09707 A1-B-B1-C-N-U-V 

09708 A1-B-B1 

09709 A1-B-B1-F1 

09710 A1-B-B1-C-C1-F1-M- 

R-R1-U 

09711 A1-B-B1-F1-Z1 

09713 A1-B-B1-C-F1 

09714 A1-B-B1-C-C1-F1-M- 

R-R1-U 

09715 A1-B-B1-F1 

09716 A1-B-B1-C-D-N-U-V 

09717 A1-B-B1-M-W 

09718 A1-B-B1-F-I-N-U-V 

09719 A1-B-B1-C-F1-V 

09720 A1-B-B1-U-V 

09721 A1-B-B1-N-U-V-Z1 

09723 A1-B-B1-N-U-V-Z1 

09724 A1-B-B1-C-C1-F1-M- 

R-R1-U




09725 A1-B-B1-C 

09726 A1-B-B1-N-U 

09727 A-A1-B-B1-B2-C-C1- 


V-Z-Z1 

09728 A1-B-B1-C-F1-U-V 

09729 A1-B-B1-N-U-V 

09730 A-A1-B-B1-B2-C-C1- 


V-Z-Z1 

09731 A-A1-B-B1-B2-C-C1- 


V-Z-Z1 

09732 A1-B-B1-N-V-Z1 

09733 A1-B-B1-V 

09735 A1-B-B1-N-V-Z1 

09736 A-A1-B-B1-B2-C-C1- 


V-Z-Z1 

09777 A-A1-B-B1-C-E1-N 

09779 A-A1-B-B1-F-R-V 

09780 A-A1-B-B1-F-R-V 

09788 A-A1-B-B1-F-R-V 

09789 A-A1-B-B1-F-R-V 

09790 A-A1-B-B1-C1-F-R-V 

09791 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E1-F- 

M-N-R-V 

09793 A-A1-B-B1-F-R-V 

09797 A1-B-B1-C-D-P-V 

09801 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09802 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-I-M-R-R1-V-Z-Z1 

09803 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F- 

H1-N-R-R1-U1-V-Z1 

09804 A-A1-B-B1-F-Z1 

09806 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09807 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


09808 A-A1-B-B1-C-C1-F-I- 

V-Z-Z1 

09809 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F- 

H1-R-R1-U1-V-Z1 

09811 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F- 

H1-N-R-R1-U1-V-Z1 

09812 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F-F1- 

I-N-R-U-V-Z-Z1 

09814 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F-F1- 

I-N-R-U-V-Z-Z1 

09819 A-A1-B-F-P-V-Z1 

09821 A-A1-B-F-V-Z1 

09822 A-A1-B-F-V-Z1 

09823 A-A1-B-F-V-Z1 

09824 A-A1-B-F-V-Z1 

09827 A-A1-B-F-Z1 

09828 A1-B-N-V-Z1 

09830 A1-B-B1-C-N-V-Z1 

09831 A1-B-B1-F-N-U-V-Z1 

09832 A-B-B1-U1-V-Z1 

09833 A1-B-B1-U1-V-Z1 

09834 A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09835 A-A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09836 A-A1-B-B1-C-F-M-V- 

Z1 

09837 A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09838 A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09839 A-A1-B-B1-U-V-Z1 

09840 A-A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09841 A-A1-B-B1-U-Z1 

09842 A-A1-B-B1-Z1 

09843 A-A1-B-B1-U-V-Z1 

09844 A-A1-B-B1-U-V-Z1 

09852 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F- 

H1-N-R-R1-U1-V-Z1 

09853 A1-B-B1-E2-F-H1-R- 

R1-U2-V-Z1 

09855 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09858 A1-B-B1-E2-E3-F- 

H1-N-R-R1-U1-V-Z1 

09865 A-A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

09868 A-A1-B-B1-U-V-Z1 

09880 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U-V-Z1 

09889 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 

H1-R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09890 A1-B-B1-E2-F-H1-N- 

R-R1-U2-V-Z1 

09892 A-A1-B-B1-F-N-R- 

R1-V-Z1 

09898 A1-B-B1-E2-F-H1-R- 

R1-U2-V-Z1 

34002 A1-B-B1-N-U-Z1 

34006 A-A1-B-B1-C1-F1-N- 

V-Z1 

34007 A-A1-B-B1-C1-F1-V- 

Z1 

34008 A-A1-B-B1-C1-F1-V- 

Z1 

34020 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34021 A1-B-M-N-V-Z1 

34022 A1-B-B1-D-F-M-N-V- 

Z1 

34023 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34024 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34025 A1-B-B1-F-N-U-V-Z1 

34030 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34031 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34032 A1-B-M-N-V-Z1 

34033 A1-B-C-F-M-N-V-Z1 

34034 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34035 A1-B-B1-H-M-N-V-Z1 

34036 A1-B-M-N-V-Z1 

34037 A1-B-B1-C-F-H-I-M- 

N-V-Z-Z1 

34038 A1-B-B1-M-N-V-Z1 

34039 A1-B-N-V-Z1 

34040 A1-B-V-Z1 

34041 A1-B-B1-M-N-U-V-Z1 

34042 A1-B-B1-D-F-M-N-V- 

Z1 

34043 A1-B-B1-D-F-M-N-V- 

Z1 

34050 A1-B-V 

34051 A1-B-V-Z1 

34053 A1-B-V-Z1 

34055 A1-B-N-V-Z1 

34058 A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

34071 A1-B-I-M-N-V-Z 

34076 A1-B-B1-F1-N-V-Z1 

34078 A1-B-B1-F1-N-V-Z1 

34079 A1-B-B1-F1-N-V-Z1 

34090 A1-B-V 

34091 A1-B-V 

34092 A1-B-V 

34093 A1-B-V 

34095 A1-B-V 

34098 A1-B-V 

34099 A1-B-V 

96201 A-A1-B 

96202 A-A1-B1-U-V 

96203 A-A1-B 

96204 A-A1-B-B1 

96205 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96206 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96207 A-A1-B-B1-V 

96208 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96212 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96213 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96214 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96215 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96217 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96218 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96219 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96220 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96221 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96224 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96251 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96257 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96258 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96259 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96260 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96262 A-A1-B=B1-U 

96264 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96266 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96267 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96269 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96271 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96275 A-A1-B-B1-V 

96276 A-A1-B-B1 

96278 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96283 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96284 A-A1-B-B1-U-V 

96297 A-A1-B-B1-U 

96306 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96309 A1-B-B1-M-V-W 

96310 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96311 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96313 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96319 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96321 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96322 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96323 A1-B-B1-M-V-W 

96326 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96328 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96330 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96336 A1-B-B1-M-V-W 

96337 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96338 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96339 A1-B-B1-M-V-W 

96343 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96347 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96348 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96349 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96350 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96351 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96362 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96365 A1-B-B1-M-V-W 

96367 A1-B-B1-L-M-W 

96368 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96370 A1-B-B1-F-F1-F2-M- 

W 

96372 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96373 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96374 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96375 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96376 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96377 A1-B-B1-M-W


55 



96378 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96379 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96384 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96386 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96387 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96388 A1-B-B1-M-W 

96401 A1-B-B1-F-N-V-Z1 

96424 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96425 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96426 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96427 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96490 A1-B-B1-V 

96507 A-A1-B-F-V 

96511 A1-B-B1-I-N-V 

96515 A1-B-B1-F 

96517 A1-B-B1-F-U3-V 

96518 A1-B-B1-V 

96520 A1-B-F-U3-V 

96521 A1-B-F-N 

96522 A1-B-F-N-U 

96530 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-N-U- 

V 

96531 A1-B-B1-H-M-U-V 

96534 A-A1-B-F 

96535 A-A1-B-B1-F-V 

96536 A1-B-B1-V 

96537 A1-B-B1-V 

96538 A1-B-B1-V 

96540 A1-B-B1-V 

96541 A1-B-B1-V 

96542 A1-B-B1-V 

96543 A1-B-B1-P-V 

96544 A1-B-F-U3-V 

96546 A1-B-F-U3 

96548 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-U 

96549 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-U 

96550 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-U 

96551 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-U 

96553 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-N-U- 

V 

96554 A-A1-B-B1-H-M-U 

96555 A1-B-B1-F-M-V 

96557 A1-B-B1-F-M-V 

96595 A1-B-B1-V 

96598 A1-B-B1-V 

96599 A1-B-B1-V 

96601 A1-B-V 

96602 A1-B-V 

96603 A1-B-V 

96604 A1-B-V 

96605 A1-B-O-V 

96606 A1-B-V 

96607 A1-B-V 

96608 A1-B-V 

96609 A1-B-V 

96610 A1-B-V 

96611 A1-B-V 

96612 A1-B-V 

96613 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96614 A-A1-B-B1-C1-E2-F- 


Z1 

96615 A1-B-V 

96616 A-A1-B-B1-V-Z1 

96617 A1-B-V 

96619 A1-B-V 

96620 A1-B-V 

96621 A1-B-V 

96622 A1-B-V 

96623 A1-B-V 

96624 A1-B-V 

96628 A1-B-V 

96629 A1-B-V 

96634 A1-B-V 

96635 A1-B-V 

96643 A1-B-V 

96657 A1-B-V 

96660 A1-B-V 

96661 A1-B-V 

96662 A1-B-V 

96663 A1-B-V 

96664 A1-B-V 

96665 A1-B-V 

96666 A1-B-V 

96667 A1-B-V 

96668 A1-B-V 

96669 A1-B-V 

96670 A1-B-V 

96671 A1-B-V 

96672 A1-B-V 

96673 A1-B-V 

96674 A1-B-V 

96675 A1-B-V 

96677 A1-B-V 

96678 A1-B-V 

96679 A1-B-V 

96681 A1-B-V 

96682 A1-B-V 

96683 A1-B-V 

96684 A1-B-V 

96686 A1-B-V 

96687 A1-B-V 

96698 A1-B-V


RESTRICTIONS 

LEGEND 

PS Form 2976, Customs - CN 22 (Old C 1) and Sender’s Declaration (green 

label) 

PS Form 2976-A, Customs Declaration and Dispatch Note 

AAFES = Army and Air Force Exchange Service 

APO = Army/Air Force Post Office 

Box R = Retired military personnel 

FPO = Fleet Post Office 

DMM = Domestic Mail Manual 

MOM = Military Ordinary Mail 

MPO = Military Post Office 

PAL 

= Parcel Airlift 

PSC = Postal Service Center 

SAM = Space Available Mail 

USDA = United States Department of Agriculture 

Note: Mail order catalogs are prohibited as SAM or PAL mail. 

A. Securities, currency, or precious metals in their raw, unmanufactured 

state are prohibited. Official shipments are exempt from this restriction. 

A1. Mail addressed to “Any Servicemember,” or similar wording such as 

“Any Soldier,” “Sailor,” “Airman,” or “Marine”; “Military Mail”; etc., is 

prohibited. Mail must be addressed to an individual or job title such as 

“Commander,” “Commanding Officer,” etc. 

B. PS Form 2976-A is required for all mail weighing 16 ounces or more, 

with exceptions noted below. In addition, mailers must properly complete 

required customs documentation when mailing any potentially dutiable mail 

addressed to an APO or FPO regardless of weight. The following are 

exceptions to the requirement for customs documentation on nondutiable 

mail that weighs 16 ounces or more: 

Known mailers are exempt from providing customs documentation 

on non-dutiable letters, and printed matter weighing 16 ounces or 

more. (A known mailer is anyone who legally applies a permit imprint 

to a mailpiece. Mail with meter postage is not considered to be from 

a known mailer.) 

All federal, state, and local government agencies are exempt from 

providing customs documentation on mail addressed to an APO or 

FPO, except for those APOs/FPOs to which restriction B2 applies. 

Prepaid mail from military contractors is exempt, providing the 

mailpiece is endorsed “Contents for Official Use — Exempt from 

Customs Requirements.” 

B1. PS Form 2976 or 2976-A is required. Articles are liable for customs 

duty and/or purchase tax unless they are bona fide gifts intended for use by 

military personnel or their dependents. When the contents of a parcel meet 

these requirements, the mailer must endorse the customs form, “Certified to 

be a bona fide gift, personal effects, or items for personal use of military 

personnel and dependents,” under the heading, Description of Contents. 

Exceptions: All other exceptions listed in restriction B above are applicable 

to this restriction. 

B2. All federal, state, and local government agencies must complete 

customs documentation when sending mail addressed to or from this APO 

or FPO weighing 16 ounces or more. 

C. Cigarettes and other tobacco products are prohibited. 

C1. Obscene articles, prints, paintings, cards, films, videotapes, etc., 

and horror comics and matrices are prohibited. 

D. Coffee is prohibited. 

E1. Medicines or vaccines not conforming to French laws are 

prohibited. 

E2. Any matter depicting nude or seminude persons, pornographic or 

sexual items, or nonauthorized political materials is prohibited. Although 

religious materials contrary to the Islamic faith are prohibited in bulk 

quantities, items for the personal use of the addressee are permissible. 

E3. Radio transceivers, cordless telephones, global positioning 

systems, scanners, base stations, and handheld transmitters are prohibited. 

F. Firearms of any type are prohibited in all classes of mail. See 

definitions of firearms in DMM C024.1.1C. This restriction does not apply to 

firearms mailed to or by official U.S. government agencies. The restriction 

for mail to this APO/FPO ZIP Code does not apply to firearms mailed from 

this APO/FPO ZIP Code, provided ATF and USPS regulations are met. 

Antique firearms are a separate category defined in DMM C024.2.0 and ATF 

regulations; they do not require an ATF form. 

F1. Privately owned weapons addressed to an individual are prohibited 

in any class of mail. 

F2. Importation of firearms is restricted to one shotgun and one single 

shot .22 caliber rifle per individual. 

G. Only First-Class Mail letters, Periodicals, and Standard Mail items 

are authorized. 

H. Meats, including preserved meats, whether hermetically sealed or 

not, are prohibited. 

H1. Pork or pork by-products are prohibited. 

I. Mail of all classes must fit in a mail sack. Mail may not exceed the 

following dimensions: 

Length 

42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 length and girth combined 

over 42 to 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 girth 

over 44 to 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 girth 

over 46 to 48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 girth 

Maximum length 48 

This restriction does not apply to registered mail and official government mail 

marked MOM. 

I1. This restriction does not apply to registered mail. 

I2. This restriction does not apply to official government mail marked 

MOM. 

J. Parcels may not exceed 108 inches in length and girth combined. 

K. Mail that includes in the address the words, “Dependent Mail 

Section,” may consist only of letter mail, newspapers, magazines, and 

books. No parcel of any class containing any other matter may be mailed to 

the Dependent Mail section. This restriction does not apply if the address 

does not include the words “Dependent Mail Section.” 

L. All official mail is prohibited. 

M. Fruits, animals, and living plants are prohibited. 

N. Registered mail is prohibited. 

O. Personal mail addressed to vessels using this number is limited to 

unregistered First-Class Mail items and certified mail. Other classes of mail 

are prohibited. 

P. APO is used for the receipt and dispatch of official mail only. 

Q. Mail may not exceed 66 pounds, and size is limited to 42 inches 

maximum length and 72 inches maximum length and girth combined. 

R. All alcoholic beverages, including those mailable under DMM C021, 

are prohibited. 

R1. Materials used in the production of alcoholic beverages (i.e., 

distilling material, hops, malts, yeast, etc.) are prohibited. 

T. Mailings of case lots of food and supplemental household shipments 

must be approved by the sender’s parent agency prior to mailing. 

U. Parcels must weigh less than 16 ounces when addressed to Box R. 

This restriction does not apply to mail endorsed “Free Matter for the Blind or 

Handicapped.” 

U1. Mail is limited to First-Class Mail weighing 13 ounces or less when 

addressed to Box R. This restriction does not apply to mail endorsed “Free 

Matter for the Blind or Handicapped.” Videotapes are prohibited when 

addressed to Box R, regardless of weight. 

U2. Mail is limited to First-Class Mail letters only when addressed to 

Box R. 

U3. Mail is limited to First-Class Mail correspondence (including voice 

and video cassettes), newspapers, magazines, photographs, not exceeding 

16 ounces, when addressed to Box R. 

V. Express Mail Military Service (EMMS) not available from any origin. 

W. Meat products, such as dried beef, salami, and sausage, may be 

mailed, provided they remain in their original, hermetically sealed packages 

and bear USDA certification. Other meats, bones, skin, hair, feathers, horns 

or hoofs of hoofed animals, wool samples, tobacco leaves, including 

chewing and pipe tobacco, snuff, cigars, and cigarettes, or obscene material, 

including obscene drawings, photographs, films, and carvings, are 

prohibited. Exception: 200 grams of tobacco per parcel are permitted duty 

free. 

X. Personal mail is limited to First-Class Mail items (to include audio 

cassettes and voice tapes) weighing 13 ounces or less. This limitation does 

not apply to official mail. 

Y. Mail is limited to First-Class and Priority Mail items only. All 

Periodicals, Standard Mail items, and Package Services items (including 

SAM and PAL) are not authorized. This restriction also applies to official mail. 

Z. No outside pieces (OSPs). 

Z1. The following restriction is applicable only to International Service 

Centers (ISC)/Exchange Offices. An Anti-Pilferage Seal (Item No O817E or 

O818A) is required on all pouches and sacks. 

— International Network Operations, 

Network Operations Management, 12-23-04


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This office will be 

CLOSED 

Monday 

January 17, 2005 

Martin Luther King Jr.’s 

Birthday 

Need Postal Service information? Visit our Web site, 

www.usps.com 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for 

information, stamps, and so much more. Or call 800-ASK-USPS.


 

This office will be 

CLOSED 

Monday 


Martin Luther King Jr.’s 

Birthday 

Need Postal Service information? Visit our Web site, 

www.usps.com 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for 

information, stamps, and so much more. Or call 800-ASK-USPS.


59 

NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES 

THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN FACT SHEET 

Percentage returns released December 2, 2004, by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board 

ANNUAL 

RETURNS 

G 

Fund 

F 

Fund 

LBA 

Bond 

Index 

C 

Fund 

S&P 500 

Stock 

Index 

S * 

Fund 

Wilshire 

4500 Stock 

Index 

I * 

Fund 

EAFE 

Stock 

Index 

1994 7.22 −2.96 −2.92 1.33 1.32 — −2.66 — 7.75 

1995 7.03 18.31 18.47 37.41 37.58 — 33.48 — 11.27 

1996 6.76 3.66 3.63 22.85 22.96 18.52 17.18 6.27 6.14 

1997 6.77 9.60 9.65 33.17 33.36 26.61 25.69 1.46 1.55 

1998 5.74 8.70 8.69 28.44 28.58 7.51 8.63 20.46 20.09 

1999 5.99 −0.85 −0.82 20.95 21.04 32.70 35.49 26.81 26.72 

2000 6.42 11.67 11.63 −9.14 −9.10 −8.76 −15.77 −14.11 −14.17 

2001 5.39 8.61 8.44 −11.94 −11.89 −2.22* −2.52* −15.42* −14.88* 

2002 5.00 10.27 10.26 −22.05 −22.10 −18.14 −17.80 −15.98 −15.94 

2003 4.11 4.11 4.10 28.54 28.69 42.92 43.84 37.94 38.59 

*Rates of return for May (inception of S and I Funds) through December 2001. 

2003 

MONTHLY RETURNS 

G 

Fund 

F 

Fund 

LBA 

Bond 

Index 

C 

Fund 

S&P 500 

Stock 

Index 

S 

Fund 

Wilshire 

4500 Stock 

Index 

I 

Fund 

EAFE 

Stock 

Index 

Dec. 0.49 1.01 1.02 5.24 5.24 2.04 2.08 7.68 7.81 


MONTHLY RETURNS 

G 

Fund 

F 

Fund 

LBA 

Bond 

Index 

C 

Fund 

S&P 500 

Stock 

Index 

S 

Fund 

Wilshire 

4500 Stock 

Index 

I 

Fund 

EAFE 

Stock 

Index 

Jan. 0.29 0.80 0.80 1.80 1.84 3.53 3.58 1.32 1.41 

Feb. 0.39 1.09 1.08 1.35 1.39 1.78 1.75 2.22 2.31 

March 0.29 0.69 0.75 −1.50 −1.51 0.38 0.42 0.60 0.56 

April 0.29 −2.54 −2.60 −1.52 −1.57 −3.94 −4.02 −2.31 2.26 

May 0.39 −0.50 −0.40 1.37 1.37 1.50 1.52 0.30 0.34 

June 0.38 0.60 0.57 1.86 1.94 2.72 2.75 2.89 2.19 

July 0.38 1.00 0.99 −3.24 −3.31 −5.52 −5.54 −3.76 −3.25 

Aug. 0.38 1.88 1.91 0.34 0.40 0.00 0.01 1.00 0.44 

Sept. 0.38 0.29 0.27 1.11 1.08 3.92 3.84 2.05 2.61 

Oct. 0.38 0.87 0.84 1.52 1.53 1.85 1.85 3.94 3.41 

Nov. 0.28 (0.86) (0.80) 4.08 4.05 6.96 6.98 6.16 6.83 

LAST 12 MONTHS 4.42 4.35 4.44 12.83 12.86 15.62 13.26 23.79 24.19 

Fund Invested In Index Tracked 

G — Government Securities Investment Fund Special issues of U.S. Treasury securities N/A 

F — Fixed Income Index Investment Fund Barclays U.S. Debt Index Fund Lehman Brothers U.S. Aggregate bond index 

C — Common Stock Index Investment Fund Barclays Equity Index Fund S&P 500 stock index 

S — Small Capitalization Stock Index 

Investment Fund 

Barclays Extended Market Index Fund Wilshire 4500 stock index 

I — International Stock Index Investment Fund Barclays EAFE Index Fund Europe, Australasia, and Far East stock index 

Future performance of the funds will vary and may be significantly 

different from the returns shown above. See the Summary of the Thrift 

Savings Plan for detailed information about the funds and their 

investment risks. The monthly returns of the TSP Funds represent net 

earnings for the month after deduction of accrued administrative 

expenses and, except for the G Fund, after deduction of trading costs and 

accrued investment management fees as well. The returns for the four 

indexes shown do not include any of these deductions. 

* Implemented May 2001. 

Please post on bulletin boards. Discard/recycle all previous notices.


PostalEASE 

Any of this in your future? 

Braces. Vision exams, contacts and eyeglasses. Laser vision surgery. 

Medical and dental deductibles and co-pays. Prescription and 

over-the-counter drugs. Nursery schools. Summer day camp. Day care for 

a dependent parent. 

Set aside dollars in flexible spending accounts — they’re tax free! 

Call 1-800-842-2026 for more details on how you can save. Then use 

PostalEASE to enroll. 

Open season ends Dec. 31 at 5 p.m. Central time. 

Enroll now!


61 

(See article on page 72.)

62 POSTAL BULLETIN 22144 (12-23-04)


63 

 

Health Benefits Open Season: 

New Deadline 

Health benefits open season 

elections will be accepted until: 

5 p.m. Central Time 

Jan. 7, 2005 

The effective date of an open 

season election remains the 

same – Jan. 8, 2005. 

Until PostalEASE has been 

programmed with the new date, 

it will continue to say the closing 

date is Dec. 28, 2004. 

Please don’t wait until the last 

day to enter your election into 

PostalEASE. 

PLEASE POST ON ALL BULLETIN BOARDS THROUGH JANUARY 7, 2005 

(See article on page 69.)


PULL-OUT SECTION 

Dependent care comes in all shapes and sizes — 

day care, nursery school, before- and after-school care, 

summer day camp — even day care for dependent parents. 

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can cover them all. 

Set aside money for dependent care TAX FREE! 

New for 2005, you can withdraw Dependent Care FSA money even before all 

your contributions are made — much like a loan. Just submit your eligible 

expenses, up to your full FSA amount for the year. 

Call 1-800-842-2026 for more details about FSAs. 

Then dial PostalEASE at 1−877−477−3273 to enroll during Open Season, 

which ends Dec. 31, at 5 p.m. Central Time.


65 

Employees (Continued) 

Handbook EL-803, Maintenance Employee’s 

Guide to Safety 

SECTION XI 

* * * * * 

In-Plant Powered Industrial Trucks 

[Revise Section XI to read as follows:] 

This section applies to all types of materials-handling 

equipment commonly known as powered industrial trucks 

(PITs), as described in OSHA Standard 1910.178 — such 

as tow motors, fork trucks, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized 

hand trucks and other specialized industrial trucks 

powered by electric motors or internal combustion engines. 

Fuel-powered industrial trucks are generally prohibited indoors. 

Consult with your local safety professional before 

using a fuel-powered industrial truck. 

You must be trained and authorized to operate in-plant 

powered industrial trucks. PIT operators are responsible for 

ensuring vehicle safety and following all safety requirements. 

Immediately report to your supervisor all PIT-related 

accidents and near misses, including property damage; 

they must be investigated and reported on a Form 1769. 

A. Vehicle Regulations 

Inspect brakes, steering apparatus, horn, etc., each 

day prior to using in-plant powered industrial trucks. 

Tag all defective powered industrial trucks using 

Form 4707, remove them from service, and report all 

defects to your supervisor immediately. 

Be sure that all in-plant powered industrial trucks are 

equipped with horns and a flashing warning light that 

works. 

Do not operate industrial lift trucks with the overhead 

guard or load backrest removed. 

B. Driving Regulations 

1. Do not operate powered industrial trucks in a reckless 

manner; this is strictly prohibited. 

2. Use a hard hat under these situations: 

When working above floor level. 

When working from mechanical lifts and 

platforms. 

When operating powered mechanical equipment 

and where an overhead hazard exists. 

When local safety rules are based upon a hazard 

assessment requiring hard hat protection. 

3. Do not ride with any part of the body protruding from 

the powered industrial truck. 

4. Use only the designated truck traffic aisles. 

5. Make sure there is adequate clearance before proceeding 

under all overhead obstructions. 

6. Face the direction toward which you are moving and 

be careful of rear-end swing when turning corners. 

7. Speed 

Drive in-plant powered industrial trucks below 5 

mph (that is, about the speed of a fast walk). 

Approach all intersecting aisles and towveyor 

crossings slowly and cautiously. Sound the horn 

to inform pedestrians of your approach. 

Keep the powered industrial truck at least three 

vehicle lengths behind other vehicles when 

traveling. 

8. Backing Up 

Check to be certain there is a clear path to the rear 

before backing. 

Do not back powered industrial trucks through 

doorways, unless your field of vision is clear. 

9. Passengers 

Never exceed powered industrial truck seating 

capacity. 

Provide securely attached seating for passengers. 

Never allow a passenger to ride on an in-plant 

powered industrial truck without securely attached 

seating. 

10. Industrial Lift Trucks 

Use industrial lift trucks only for lifting and hauling 

loads. Do not use them as a means of personal 

transportation or for raising personnel to elevated 

locations, unless properly equipped and installed 

personnel platforms are used. 

Lift, lower, and carry loads with industrial lift trucks 

with the lifting mechanism vertical or tilted back, 

but never tilted forward. 

Keep forks on a moving lift truck low (just high 

enough to clear all floors and low enough to clear 

all overhead obstructions). Under normal conditions, 

3 inches above floor level should be 

sufficient. 

When approaching or leaving a building where the 

ramp incline is greater than 10 degrees, turn the


lift truck so that the load is on the upgrade side 

and cannot slip off the forks. 

C. Work Practices 

Do not tow more than three empty or loaded containers 

of rolling stock (platform trucks, hampers, or containers); 

however, driverless tractor units are 

permitted to tow up to five containers empty or 

loaded. 

Do not obstruct aisles, passageways, fire-fighting 

equipment, electrical panels, exits, or towveyor lines 

with parked, in-plant powered vehicles. 

Fully lower the load-engaging mechanism, with controls 

in neutral and the brakes set, when the driver 

has dismounted and is within 25 feet of vehicle and 

the vehicle is still in view. 

If the driver is more than 25 feet away from the vehicle 

that remains in view, or if the vehicle is not in the 

driver’s view, consider the vehicle unattended. 

When vehicles are to be left unattended, lower the 

load-engaging mechanism, put all controls in neutral, 

shut off the power, set the brakes, and remove the 

ignition key. 

Inspect trailers and trucks that are entered by in-plant 

powered vehicles or conveyors to ensure that the 

flooring appears capable of handling the load and 

that the trailer is prevented from rolling by wheel 

chocks or positive-locking parking devices. 

Inspect dock plates to ensure that they are capable of 

handling the load and are properly seated on the bed 

of the truck. 

Use the proper hooks and coupling devices for towing. 

Do not use your hand to hold equipment being 

towed. 

Never use propane-powered equipment in poorly 

ventilated spaces, such as in a trailer. 

D. Maintenance 

Repair trucks only if you are authorized to do so. 

(Only authorized modifications are to be installed in 

powered industrial equipment.) 

Disconnect the batteries of in-plant powered trucks 

before performing corrective maintenance on them. 

Follow appropriate lockout procedures (see Section 

XIX, Hazardous Energy Control Procedures — Lockout). 

Do not get under a lift truck to do repairs unless it is 

properly held up by jack stands. 

Remove from service any power-operated industrial 

truck not in safe operating condition. 

Examine powered industrial trucks before placing in 

service and do not place them in service if the examination 

shows any condition adversely affecting 

the safety of the truck. 

E. Special PIT Operating Rules —12 Foot Aisle 

Facilities 















(GPMCs) and/or Eastern Region mail containers (ERMCs) 







trains. 


by 4 feet at a minimum (see below). 








Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV). 











container (i.e., in a 3-2-2 pattern).




the train. 


67 



* * * * * 

Handbook EL-814, Postal Employee’s Guide 

to Safety 

* * * * * 

SECTION VIII 

Powered Industrial Trucks 

[Revise Section VIII to read as follows:] 

Powered industrial truck (PIT) operators are responsible for 

ensuring vehicle safety and following all safety requirements. 

Make sure that operators are trained and authorized 

to operate PITs described in OSHA 1910.178, such as tow 

motors, fork trucks, platform lift trucks, motorized hand 

trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks powered by 

electric motors or internal combustion engines. All PIT-related 

accidents and near misses, including property damage, 

must be investigated and reported on a Form 1769. 

Fuel-powered industrial trucks are generally prohibited indoors. 

Consult with your local safety professional before 

using a fuel-powered industrial truck. 

A. Operating Rules 

1. General Rules 

Do not operate PITs in a reckless manner; this is 

strictly prohibited. 

Always wear your seat belt any time a PIT is in 

motion. 

Before using a PIT, check the brakes, steering 

apparatus, horn, etc. Report any defects to your 

supervisor immediately. 

Drive PITs at or below 5 miles per hour (about the 

speed of a fast walk). Use only the designated 

vehicle traffic lanes, and keep to the right when 

ever possible. 

Never use the reverse control as a brake. 

Never allow a passenger to ride on a PIT unless 

securely attached seating is provided. Never exceed 

the seating capacity of the unit. 

Never disengage, cover up, or bypass any audible 

or visual warning devices on powered industrial 

equipment. 

Do not ride with any part of your body protruding 

from the vehicle. 

Make sure that there is adequate clearance before 

you drive under any overhead obstruction. 

Approach all intersecting aisles and tow conveyor 

crossings slowly and cautiously. Sound your horn 

to warn pedestrians of your approach. 

Check to be sure there is a clear path to the rear 

before backing up. 

Stay at least three vehicle lengths behind other 

vehicles when traveling. 

Check bridge or dock plates for proper stability before 

you drive across them. 

Before dismounting, stop your vehicle, place the 

gear in neutral, set the brake, and turn the ignition 

off. 

2. Lift Trucks 

Lift, lower, and carry loads on a lift truck with the 

lifting mechanism in a vertical position or tilted 

back — never forward. 

Face the direction in which you are moving and be 

careful of rear-end swing when turning corners. 

When approaching or leaving a building where the 

ramp incline is greater than 10 degrees, turn the 

lift truck so the Ioad is on the upgrade side and 

cannot slip off the forks.


Keep forks on a moving lift truck Iow (just high 

enough to clear any floor obstructions and Iow 

enough to clear overhead obstructions). Under 

normal conditions, 3 to 6 inches above floor level 

should be sufficient. 

Do not raise or lower forks while the forklift is in 

motion. 

When you park a lift truck, fully lower the forks, put 

the controls in neutral, shut off the power, set the 

brake, and remove the key. 

Before entering a truck or trailer with a forklift, inspect 

the floor for damage or decay which might 

cause the lift to break through. 

Make sure that the truck or trailer wheels are properly 

chocked or secured by a mechanical vehicle 

restraint system before entering the vehicle with a 

forklift. 

B. Warning Devices and Protective Equipment 

Be sure that any powered industrial vehicle you operate 

is equipped with a horn and a flashing warning 

beacon that is in working order. 

Do not operate industrial lift trucks with the overhead 

guard or load backrest removed. 

PIT drivers must wear personal protective equipment 

as specified by the local PPE assessment. PIT drivers 

must also wear hard hats when working in designated 

hard hat areas. 

C. Towing Wheeled Equipment 

Use only approved tow bars or coupling devices for 

towing wheeled equipment. Do not use your hand to 

hold equipment being towed. 

Tow only three platform trucks, hampers, or containers 

(GPMC, ERMC, BMC-OTR) whether loaded or 

empty. 

Attach no more than five containers to a driverless 

tractor unit or automatic guarded vehicle (AGV). 

D. Towing Wheeled Equipment –— 12 Foot Aisle 

Facilities 










trains. 


by 4 feet at a minimum (see below). 








powered industrial vehicle (PIV). 











container (i.e., in a 3-2-2 pattern). 



the train. 













(GPMCs) and/or Eastern Region mail containers (ERMCs)


E. Repairs 

Repair Postal Service vehicles only if you are a qualified 

and fully trained employee. 



* * * * * 

69 

— Safety Performance Management, 

Employee Resource Management, 12-23-04 

NOTICE 

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Open Season: Acceptance of Belated 

Elections 

This article assists personnel offices in administering the 

current FEHB open season. There has been an unexpected 

delay in the printing and mailing of the 2005 Guide 

to Federal Employees Health Benefits Plans, RI 70-2, to 

some employees. Therefore, under the belated election authority 

that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) 

grants to agencies, the Postal Service is accepting elections 

for an additional 10 days beyond the original belated 

election deadline of December 28, 2004. 

FEHB open season elections will be accepted until 5:00 

P.M. Central Time (CT) on January 7, 2005, for all employees. 

This date is being programmed into the 

PostalEASE telephone system, employee Web site, and 

Human Resources Web site. Until PostalEASE is reprogrammed, 

it will continue to state that FEHB open season 

closes at 5:00 P.M. CT on December 28, 2004. 

The effective date of open season elections will remain 

the same — January 8, 2005 — even with the later 

deadline. The processing deadline for the PostalEASE 

Human Resources Web site will also remain the same — 

12:00 Midnight CT on January 9, 2005. 

We encourage employees not to wait until the last day 

(or week) to make their elections. 

Remember that FEHB guides are available at the OPM 

Web site, under the heading “Guides for Postal Workers:” 

at http://opm.gov/insure/05/guides. 

To assist in publicizing this FEHB open season, all 

installations must post the open season notice provided on 

page 63 of this Postal Bulletin through January 7, 2005, on 

bulletin boards. 

— Compensation, 

Employee Resource Management, 12-23-04



71 

Finance 

HANDBOOK F-1 REVISION 

Changes to Account Identifier Codes 

Effective December 23, 2004, Account Identifier Code (AIC) 614, Vehicle Repair Parts and Materials, is deactivated. 

Offices must record all expenses associated with vehicle repair and parts in AIC 604, Vehicle Repair and Maintenance. 

We will incorporate these revisions into the next printed edition of Handbook F-1 and into the next update of the online 

version accessible on the Postal Service PolicyNet Web site: 


Under “Essential Links” in the left-hand column, click on References. 

Under “References” in the right-hand column, under “Policies”, click on PolicyNet. 

Then click on HBKs. 

Handbook F-1, Post Office Accounting Procedures 

* * * * * 

A 

Account Identifier Code and General Ledger Account Crosswalk 

* * * * * 

AIC Master Title General Description GLA 

[Revise AIC 604 to read as follows:] 

604 Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Expense associated with payment for maintenance, parts 54543604 

and repair work performed by commercial garages and 

other contractual services. 

* * * * * 

[Revise AIC 614 to read as follows:] 

614 Reserved Reserved Reserved 

* * * * * 

— Revenue and Field Accounting, Finance, 12-23-04 

REVISED HANDBOOK 

Handbook F-1, Post Office Accounting Procedures 

Effective December 23, 2004, Handbook F-1, Post 

Office Accounting Procedures, is revised with the December 

2004 edition of PS Form 1412, Daily Financial Report. 

The December 2004 edition of this form replaces the 

August 2003 edition of PS Form 1412-A and the April 2003 

edition of PS Form 1412-B. All references to “PS Form 

1412-A” and “PS Form 1412-B” in Handbook F-1 will be replaced 

with “PS Form 1412.” 

We will incorporate this revision into the next printed edition 

of Handbook F-1 and into the next update of the online 

version available on the Postal Service PolicyNet Web site: 









— Revenue and Field Accounting, 

Finance, 12-23-04


CLARIFICATION/HANDBOOK F-1 REVISION 

Cash Retained/Cash Reserves Authorization 

This article clarifies the article “Cash Retained/Cash 

Reserves Authorization” published in Postal Bulletin 22110 

(9-4-03, pages 37–40). 

We will incorporate these revisions into the next printed 

edition of Handbook F-1 and into the next update of the online 

version accessible on the Postal Service PolicyNet 

Web site: 







Handbook F-1, Post Office Accounting 

Procedures 

* * * * * 

[Delete the second paragraph in the note.] 

* * * * * 

4 Managing Accountable Paper 

* * * * * 

48 Managing Accountable Paper and Cash at 

Offices With Segmented Inventory 

Accountability 

* * * * * 

486 Cash Credits 

* * * * * 

486.1 Unit Cash Retained Reserve 

* * * * * 

[Delete the second paragraph in the note in item 1.] 

* * * * * 

3 Managing Postal Funds 

* * * * * 

33 Funds Received 


Finance, 12-23-04 

331 Cash Reserves 

* * * * * 

REVISED FORM 

PS Form 1412, Daily Financial Report 

Effective December 23, 2004, Post Offices and postal 

retail units must use the revised edition of PS Form 1412, 

Daily Financial Report, dated December 2004. All previous 

editions of PS Forms 1412, 1412-A, and 1412-B are obsolete 

and must be discarded/recycled. This form is 

mandatory for Money Order Voucher Entry System 

(MOVES) and Small Post Office Reporting Tool (SPORT) 

offices, and should be used for other reporting technologies 

(integrated retail terminals and point-of-service terminals) if 

equipment or power failures occur. 

The December 2004 edition of this form replaces the 

August 2003 edition of PS Form 1412-A and the April 2003 

edition of PS Form 1412-B. Upon the arrival of the 

December 2004 edition of PS Form 1412, the Material Distribution 

Center (MDC) will discard/recycle the previous 

editions of PS Forms 1412-A and 1412-B and will begin using 

the December 2004 edition of PS Form 1412. This form 

appears on page 61 of the pull-out section in this Postal 

Bulletin so that offices may reproduce this copy locally until 

they order and receive the stock from the MDC. 

Summary of Changes of PS Form 1412 

Deleted the following AICs: 051, 052, 129, 451, 452, 

455, 541, 546, and 583. 

Added the following AICs: 070, 089, 092, 094, 096, 

102, 103, 158, 175, 198, 247, 280, 470, 586, 612, 

647, 751, and 846. 

Changed the descriptions to match the titles in 

appendix A of Handbook F-1, Post Office Accounting 

Procedures. 

Completing PS Form 1412 

Employees complete PS Form 1412 as follows: 

Include the unit or individual name. 

Include the finance number and unit ID.


Include the account identifier code (AIC) number and 

amount. 

Ensure that all supporting documentation has been 

verified and the PS Form 1412 is balanced. 

Certify the information by signing the form. 

Date the form. 

Ordering the Revised Form 

Ordering information is not available at this time and will 

be published in a future Postal Bulletin. 

Viewing PS Form 1412 on the Postal Service 

Intranet 

73 

Go to blue.usps.gov. 


on Forms. 

Click on 1000 – 1999. 

Select PS Form 1412. 


Finance, 12-23-04 

PS Form 1412 is available on the Postal Service 

Intranet: 

NOTICE 

2005 Pay Dates, Organization Dues, and Leave Year 

The following chart lists the pay periods for 2005. For the convenience of timekeepers, each biweekly pay period appears 

as 2 separate weeks, with the beginning and ending dates indicated for each week. 

Pay periods with an asterisk indicate when monthly dues for unions and employee organizations are deducted. 

The leave year always begins the first day of the first full pay period in the calendar year. The 2005 leave year begins Pay 

Period 02, January 08, 2005, and extends for 26 full pay periods, ending January 06, 2006 (Pay Period 01 of 2006). 

2005 Pay Period Inclusive Dates 

Pay Period Week One Week Two Pay Date Holidays 

*01 12-25 to 12-31 01-01 to 01-07 01-14 12-25, 01-01 

02 01-08 to 01-14 01-15 to 01-21 01-28 01-17 

*03 01-22 to 01-28 01-29 to 02-04 02-11 

04 02-05 to 02-11 02-12 to 02-18 02-25 

*05 02-19 to 02-25 02-26 to 03-04 03-11 02-21 

06 03-05 to 03-11 03-12 to 03-18 03-25 

*07 03-19 to 03-25 03-26 to 04-01 04-08 

08 04-02 to 04-08 04-09 to 04-15 04-22 

09 04-16 to 04-22 04-23 to 04-29 05-06 

*10 04-30 to 05-06 05-07 to 05-13 05-20 

11 05-14 to 05-20 05-21 to 05-27 06-03 

*12 05-28 to 06-03 06-04 to 06-10 06-17 05-30 

13 06-11 to 06-17 06-18 to 06-24 07-01 

*14 06-25 to 07-01 07-02 to 07-08 07-15 07-04 

15 07-09 to 07-15 07-16 to 07-22 07-29 

*16 07-23 to 07-29 07-30 to 08-05 08-12 

17 08-06 to 08-12 08-13 to 08-19 08-26 

*18 08-20 to 08-26 08-27 to 09-02 09-09 

19 09-03 to 09-09 09-10 to 09-16 09-23 09-05 

20 09-17 to 09-23 09-24 to 09-30 10-07 

*21 10-01 to 10-07 10-08 to 10-14 10-21 10-10 

22 10-15 to 10-21 10-22 to 10-28 11-04 

*23 10-29 to 11-04 11-05 to 11-11 11-18 11-11 

24 11-12 to 11-18 11-19 to 11-25 12-02 11-24 

*25 11-26 to 12-02 12-03 to 12-09 12-16 

26 12-10 to 12-16 12-17 to 12-23 12-30


2006 Pay Periods Begin 

Pay Period Week One Week Two Pay Date Holidays 

*01 12-24 to 12-30 12-31 to 01-06 01-13 12-25, 01-01 

02 01-07 to 01-13 01-14 to 01-20 01-27 01-16 

— Payroll Accounting, Finance, 12-23-04 

International Mail 

IMM REVISION 

Change in U.S. Dollar and Special Drawing Right Conversion Rates 

Effective January 1, 2005, International Mail Manual 

(IMM) 324.22, Exhibit 324.22, 333.2, 934.21, and the International 

Country Listing for every country except Canada, 

Iraq, and North Korea (Korea, Democratic People’s Republic 

of) are revised to reflect a change in the U.S. dollar and 

special drawing right (SDR) conversion rates and the resulting 

change in the maximum amount of indemnity that is 

payable for loss, damage, or rifling for Registered Mail 

items. 

Postal Service retail employees use this information 

whenever an insured or Registered Mail parcel is presented 

for mailing. Employees must write the insured amount, 

stated in terms of both U.S. dollars and SDR values, in the 

designated blocks on PS Form 2976-A, Customs Declaration 

and Dispatch Note — CP 72. 

We will incorporate these revisions into the printed version 

of IMM 31 and also into the online IMM accessible via 

Postal Explorer at http://pe.usps.gov. 

International Mail Manual (IMM) 

* * * * * 

3 Special Services 

* * * * * 

320 Insurance 

* * * * * 

324 Processing Requests 

* * * * * 

324.2 Marking 

* * * * * 

324.22 Retail Employee’s Responsibility 

[Revise 324.22 in its entirety to read as follows:] 

The retail employee must: 

a. Indicate on the parcel the amount for which the parcel 

is insured. Write the amount in ink, and express 

the amount in U.S. currency and special drawing 

right (SDR) values, indicating both in figures only. For 

example: 

INSURED VALUE 

$100 (U.S.) 

68.30 SDR 

b. See Exhibit 324.22 for a table showing the conversion 

of U.S. dollar values (up to $600) to SDR equivalents. 

To determine SDR equivalents above $600, the 

retail employee must multiply the insured amount, 

rounded up to the next full dollar if necessary, by the 

conversion factor of 0.6830. 

Note: The conversion of U.S. dollars into SDR equivalents 

is based on the following formulas: 

1 U.S. $ = 0.6830 SDR 1 SDR = $1.46 (1.4642) 

c. Enter the insured number, insured amount, and SDR 

equivalent on PS Form 2976-A, Customs Declaration 

and Dispatch Note — CP 72. 

Exhibit 324.22 

Conversion Table: U.S. Dollars to Special Drawing 

Right (SDR) 

[Revise Exhibit 324.22 by inserting the new conversion 

formulas before the table as well as the new table to read 

as follows:] 

1 US $ = 0.6830 SDR 1 SDR = $1.46 [1.4642]


75 

US $ 

SDR 

1 0.6830 

2 1.3660 

3 2.0490 

4 2.7320 

5 3.4150 

6 4.0980 

7 4.7810 

8 5.4640 

9 6.1470 

10 6.8300 

11 7.5130 

12 8.1960 

13 8.8790 

14 9.5620 

15 10.2450 

16 10.9280 

17 11.6110 

18 12.2940 

19 12.9770 

20 13.6600 

21 14.3430 

22 15.0260 

23 15.7090 

24 16.3920 

25 17.0750 

26 17.7580 

27 18.4410 

28 19.1240 

29 19.8070 

30 20.4900 

31 21.1730 

32 21.8560 

33 22.5390 

34 23.2220 

35 23.9050 

36 24.5880 

37 25.2710 

38 25.9540 

39 26.6370 

40 27.3200 

41 28.0030 

42 28.6860 

43 29.3690 

44 30.0520 

45 30.7350 

46 31.4180 

47 32.1010 

48 32.7840 

49 33.4670 

50 34.1500 

51 34.8330 

52 35.5160 

53 36.1990 

54 36.8820 

55 37.5650 

56 38.2480 

57 38.9310 

58 39.6140 

59 40.2970 

US $ 

SDR 

60 40.9800 

61 41.6630 

62 42.3460 

63 43.0290 

64 43.7120 

65 44.3950 

66 45.0780 

67 45.7610 

68 46.4440 

69 47.1270 

70 47.8100 

71 48.4930 

72 49.1760 

73 49.8590 

74 50.5420 

75 51.2250 

76 51.9080 

77 52.5910 

78 53.2740 

79 53.9570 

80 54.6400 

81 55.3230 

82 56.0060 

83 56.6890 

84 57.3720 

85 58.0550 

86 58.7380 

87 59.4210 

88 60.1040 

89 60.7870 

90 61.4700 

91 62.1530 

92 62.8360 

93 63.5190 

94 64.2020 

95 64.8850 

96 65.5680 

97 66.2510 

98 66.9340 

99 67.6170 

100 68.3000 

101 68.9830 

102 69.6660 

103 70.3490 

104 71.0320 

105 71.7150 

106 72.3980 

107 73.0810 

108 73.7640 

109 74.4470 

110 75.1300 

111 75.8130 

112 76.4960 

113 77.1790 

114 77.8620 

115 78.5450 

116 79.2280 

117 79.9110 

118 80.5940


US $ 

SDR 

119 81.2770 

120 81.9600 

121 82.6430 

122 83.3260 

123 84.0090 

124 84.6920 

125 85.3750 

126 86.0580 

127 86.7410 

128 87.4240 

129 88.1070 

130 88.7900 

131 89.4730 

132 90.1560 

133 90.8390 

134 91.5220 

135 92.2050 

136 92.8880 

137 93.5710 

138 94.2540 

139 94.9370 

140 95.6200 

141 96.3030 

142 96.9860 

143 97.6690 

144 98.3520 

145 99.0350 

146 99.7180 

147 100.4010 

148 101.0840 

149 101.7670 

150 102.4500 

151 103.1330 

152 103.8160 

153 104.4990 

154 105.1820 

155 105.8650 

156 106.5480 

157 107.2310 

158 107.9140 

159 108.5970 

160 109.2800 

161 109.9630 

162 110.6460 

163 111.3290 

164 112.0120 

165 112.6950 

166 113.3780 

167 114.0610 

168 114.7440 

169 115.4270 

170 116.1100 

171 116.7930 

172 117.4760 

173 118.1590 

174 118.8420 

175 119.5250 

176 120.2080 

177 120.8910 

US $ 

SDR 

178 121.5740 

179 122.2570 

180 122.9400 

181 123.6230 

182 124.3060 

183 124.9890 

184 125.6720 

185 126.3550 

186 127.0380 

187 127.7210 

188 128.4040 

189 129.0870 

190 129.7700 

191 130.4530 

192 131.1360 

193 131.8190 

194 132.5020 

195 133.1850 

196 133.8680 

197 134.5510 


199 135.9170 

200 136.6000 

201 137.2830 

202 137.9660 

203 138.6490 

204 139.3320 

205 140.0150 

206 140.6980 

207 141.3810 

208 142.0640 

209 142.7470 

210 143.4300 

211 144.1130 

212 144.7960 

213 145.4790 

214 146.1620 

215 146.8450 

216 147.5280 

217 148.2110 

218 148.8940 

219 149.5770 

220 150.2600 

221 150.9430 

222 151.6260 


224 152.9920 

225 153.6750 

226 154.3580 

227 155.0410 

228 155.7240 

229 156.4070 

230 157.0900 






236 161.1880


77 

US $ 

SDR 



239 163.2370 

240 163.9200 

241 164.6030 

242 165.2860 

243 165.9690 

244 166.6520 

245 167.3350 

246 168.0180 

247 168.7010 

248 169.3840 

249 170.0670 

250 170.7500 

251 171.4330 

252 172.1160 

253 172.7990 

254 173.4820 

255 174.1650 

256 174.8480 

257 175.5310 

258 176.2140 

259 176.8970 

260 177.5800 

261 178.2630 

262 178.9460 

263 179.6290 

264 180.3120 

265 180.9950 

266 181.6780 

267 182.3610 

268 183.0440 

269 183.7270 

270 184.4100 

271 185.0930 

272 185.7760 

273 186.4590 

274 187.1420 

275 187.8250 

276 188.5080 

277 189.1910 

278 189.8740 

279 190.5570 

280 191.2400 


282 192.6060 

283 193.2890 

284 193.9720 

285 194.6550 

286 195.3380 

287 196.0210 

288 196.7040 

289 197.3870 

290 198.0700 

291 198.7530 

292 199.4360 

293 200.1190 

294 200.8020 

295 201.4850 

US $ 

SDR 

296 202.1680 

297 202.8510 

298 203.5340 

299 204.2170 

300 204.9000 

301 205.5830 

302 206.2660 

303 206.9490 

304 207.6320 

305 208.3150 

306 208.9980 

307 209.6810 

308 210.3640 

309 211.0470 

310 211.7300 

311 212.4130 

312 213.0960 

313 213.7790 

314 214.4620 

315 215.1450 

316 215.8280 

317 216.5110 

318 217.1940 

319 217.8770 

320 218.5600 

321 219.2430 

322 219.9260 


324 221.2920 

325 221.9750 

326 222.6580 

327 223.3410 

328 224.0240 

329 224.7070 

330 225.3900 

331 226.0730 

332 226.7560 

333 227.4390 

334 228.1220 

335 228.8050 

336 229.4880 

337 230.1710 















352 240.4160 

353 241.0990 

354 241.7820


US $ 

SDR 

355 242.4650 

356 243.1480 

357 243.8310 

358 244.5140 

359 245.1970 

360 245.8800 

361 246.5630 

362 247.2460 

363 247.9290 

364 248.6120 

365 249.2950 

366 249.9780 

367 250.6610 

368 251.3440 

369 252.0270 

370 252.7100 

371 253.3930 

372 254.0760 

373 254.7590 

374 255.4420 

375 256.1250 

376 256.8080 

377 257.4910 

378 258.1740 

379 258.8570 

380 259.5400 


382 260.9060 

383 261.5890 

384 262.2720 

385 262.9550 

386 263.6380 

387 264.3210 

388 265.0040 

389 265.6870 

390 266.3700 

391 267.0530 

392 267.7360 

393 268.4190 

394 269.1020 

395 269.7850 

396 270.4680 

397 271.1510 

398 271.8340 

399 272.5170 

400 273.2000 

401 273.8830 

402 274.5660 

403 275.2490 

404 275.9320 

405 276.6150 

406 277.2980 

407 277.9810 

408 278.6640 

409 279.3470 

410 280.0300 

411 280.7130 

412 281.3960 

413 282.0790 

US $ 

SDR 

414 282.7620 

415 283.4450 

416 284.1280 

417 284.8110 

418 285.4940 

419 286.1770 

420 286.8600 

421 287.5430 

422 288.2260 


424 289.5920 

425 290.2750 

426 290.9580 

427 291.6410 

428 292.3240 

429 293.0070 

430 293.6900 

431 294.3730 

432 295.0560 

433 295.7390 

434 296.4220 

435 297.1050 

436 297.7880 

437 298.4710 

438 299.1540 

439 299.8370 

440 300.5200 

441 301.2030 

442 301.8860 

443 302.5690 

444 303.2520 

445 303.9350 

446 304.6180 

447 305.3010 

448 305.9840 

449 306.6670 

450 307.3500 

451 308.0330 

452 308.7160 

453 309.3990 

454 310.0820 

455 310.7650 

456 311.4480 

457 312.1310 

458 312.8140 

459 313.4970 

460 314.1800 

461 314.8630 

462 315.5460 

463 316.2290 

464 316.9120 

465 317.5950 

466 318.2780 

467 318.9610 

468 319.6440 

469 320.3270 

470 321.0100 

471 321.6930 

472 322.3760


79 

US $ 

SDR 



475 324.4250 

476 325.1080 

477 325.7910 

478 326.4740 

479 327.1570 

480 327.8400 


482 329.2060 

483 329.8890 

484 330.5720 

485 331.2550 

486 331.9380 

487 332.6210 

488 333.3040 

489 333.9870 

490 334.6700 

491 335.3530 

492 336.0360 

493 336.7190 

494 337.4020 

495 338.0850 

496 338.7680 

497 339.4510 

498 340.1340 

499 340.8170 

500 341.5000 

501 342.1830 

502 342.8660 

503 343.5490 


505 344.9150 

506 345.5980 

507 346.2810 

508 346.9640 

509 347.6470 

510 348.3300 

511 349.0130 

512 349.6960 

513 350.3790 

514 351.0620 

515 351.7450 

516 352.4280 

517 353.1110 

518 353.7940 

519 354.4770 

520 355.1600 

521 355.8430 

522 356.5260 


524 357.8920 

525 358.5750 

526 359.2580 

527 359.9410 

528 360.6240 

529 361.3070 

530 361.9900 

531 362.6730 

US $ 

SDR 

532 363.3560 

533 364.0390 

534 364.7220 

535 365.4050 

536 366.0880 

537 366.7710 

538 367.4540 

539 368.1370 

540 368.8200 

541 369.5030 

542 370.1860 

543 370.8690 

544 371.5520 


546 372.9180 

547 373.6010 

548 374.2840 

549 374.9670 

550 375.6500 

551 376.3330 

552 377.0160 

553 377.6990 

554 378.3820 

555 379.0650 

556 379.7480 

557 380.4310 

558 381.1140 

559 381.7970 

560 382.4800 

561 383.1630 

562 383.8460 

563 384.5290 

564 385.2120 

565 385.8950 

566 386.5780 

567 387.2610 

568 387.9440 

569 388.6270 

570 389.3100 

571 389.9930 

572 390.6760 

573 391.3590 

574 392.0420 

575 392.7250 

576 393.4080 

577 394.0910 

578 394.7740 

579 395.4570 

580 396.1400 


582 397.5060 

583 398.1890 

584 398.8720 

585 399.5550 


587 400.9210 

588 401.6040 

589 402.2870 

590 402.9700


US $ 

SDR 

591 403.6530 

592 404.3360 

593 405.0190 

594 405.7020 

595 406.3850 

596 407.0680 

597 407.7510 

598 408.4340 

599 409.1170 

600 409.8000 

* * * * * 

330 Registered Mail 

* * * * * 

333 Fees and Indemnity Limits 

* * * * * 

333.2 Indemnity Limit 

[Revise the first paragraph of 333.2 to read as follows 

(showing an increase in the maximum amount of 

indemnity):] 

Irrespective of the declared value of a registered item, the 

maximum amount of indemnity that is payable for loss, 

damage, or rifling is $43.93. 

* * * * * 

9 Inquiries, Indemnities, and Refunds 

* * * * * 

930 Indemnity Payments 

* * * * * 

934 Payments for Registered Mail 

* * * * * 

934.2 Special Provisions 

934.21 All Countries (Except Canada) 

[Revise the first sentence of 934.21 to read as follows 

(showing an increase in the maximum amount of 

indemnity):] 

Irrespective of the declared value of a registered item, the 

maximum amount of indemnity that is payable for loss, 

damage, or rifling is $43.93.*** 

* * * * * 

Individual Country Listings 

[For every country except Canada, Iraq, and North Korea 

(Korea, Democratic People’s Republic of), revise the Special 

Services section as noted below.] 

* * * * * 

Special Services 

* * * * * 

[Revise the maximum indemnity for Registered Mail to read 

as follows:] 

Registered Mail (330) Fee: $7.50 

Maximum Indemnity: $43.93 

* * * * * 

— Mailing Standards, 

Pricing and Classification, 12-23-04 

IMM REVISION 

Changes in Parcel Post Size Limits for New Zealand 

Effective December 23, 2004, the International Mail 

Manual (IMM) is revised to reflect an increase in the size 

limitations for parcel post items mailed to New Zealand. 


of IMM 31 and also into the online version of the IMM, 

accessible via Postal Explorer at http://pe.usps.gov. 


* * * * * 

Individual Country Listings 

* * * * * 

New Zealand 

* * * * * 

Size Limits 

* * * * * 

[Revise the size limits for parcel post to read as follows:] 

Parcel Post: Maximum length: 60 inches 

Maximum length and girth combined: 108 

inches 

* * * * * 


Pricing and Classification, 12-23-04


IMM REVISION 

Alternative Mail Sacks for International Mail 

Effective December 23, 2004, International Mail Manual 

(IMM) 292.451a, 292.452a, 292.453a, 292.455b, 293.942a, 

293.943a, 294.44b, and 295.45b are revised to reflect that 

the United States Postal Service no longer requires that 

items for specific international mail classes be in specific 

colored plastic disposable sacks. Instead, mailers and 

Postal Service personnel may use a plastic disposable 

sack of any color for any class of international mail (although 

the Postal Service prefers that they still use the previously 

designated sack colors if available). The class of 

the international mail in the sack will still be identifiable by 

the tag attached to the sack. 

Previously, the color of the sack indicated the international 

mail class of the contents — i.e., a gray sack for International 

Surface Air Lift (ISAL) service, an orange sack 

for Priority Mail service, and an orange and blue sack for 

Global Express Mail service (EMS). 

However, the Postal Service is in the process of converting 

all of its plastic disposable sacks to a universal white 

plastic disposable sack. The Postal Service will use these 

sacks for both international mailings (air and surface products) 

as well as for domestic mailings. Until the conversion 

is complete, mailers and Postal Service personnel may use 

any available plastic disposable sack for any class of international 

mail. 


of IMM 31 and also into the online version of the IMM, 

available via Postal Explorer at http://pe.usps.gov. 


* * * * * 

2 Conditions for Mailing 

* * * * * 

290 Commercial Services 

* * * * * 

292 International Priority Airmail Service 

* * * * * 

292.4 Preparation Requirements for Individual 

Items 

* * * * * 

292.45 Sacking Requirements 

292.451 Direct Country Sack (11 Pounds or More) 

[Revise the first sentence of item 292.451a by removing the 

word “blue” in the phrase “in blue international airmail 

81 

sacks” (in bold here only for emphasis) so that the item in 

its entirety reads as follows:] 

a. General. When there are 11 or more pounds of mail 

addressed to the same country (including Great 

Britain), the mail must be packaged and enclosed in 

international airmail sacks and labeled to the country 

with PS Tag 178, Airmail Bag Label LC 

(CN 35/AV 8) (white). All types of mail, including letter-size 

packages, flat-size packages, and loose 

items, can be commingled in the same sack for each 

destination and counted toward the 11-pound 

minimum. 

* * * * * 

292.452 Mixed Direct Country Package Sacks 


word “orange” in the phrase “in orange Priority Mail sacks” 

(in bold here only for emphasis) so that the item in its 

entirety reads as follows:] 

a. General. The direct country packages containing 10 

or more pieces or 1 pound or more of mail destined to 

a specific country that cannot be made up in direct 

country sacks must be enclosed in Priority Mail 

sacks unless other equipment is specified by the acceptance 

office. 

* * * * * 

292.453 Worldwide Nonpresort Mail Sacks 


word “orange” in the phrase “in orange Priority Mail sacks” 



a. General. The working packages of mixed country 

mail and loose items must be enclosed in Priority 

Mail sacks unless other equipment is specified by 

the acceptance office. Nonpresorted letter-size mail 

may be presented in trays if authorized by the acceptance 

office. 

Note: Working packages of mixed country mail cannot 

be enclosed in mixed direct country package 

sacks. 

* * * * * 

292.455 Preparation Requirements for Canada 

* * * * * 

[Revise the first sentence of item 292.455b by removing the 

word “blue” in the phrase “in blue airmail sacks” (in bold


here only for emphasis) so that the item in its entirety reads 

as follows:] 

b. Packages. Items that cannot be prepared in trays because 

of their size or shape must be placed loose in 

airmail sacks. Use PS Tag 115, International Priority 

Airmail, and label to either Toronto or Vancouver, as 

appropriate. Attach a completed PS Tag 178. See 

292.451b. 

* * * * * 

293 International Surface Air Lift (ISAL) Service 

* * * * * 

293.9 Preparation Requirements 

* * * * * 

293.94 Makeup Requirements for ISAL 

* * * * * 

293.942 Sacking 

Once packages of ISAL mail are prepared, the packages 

are then placed into one of three types of designated sacks: 

[Revise the second sentence of item 293.942a by removing 

the words “gray” and “ISAL” in the phrase “in a gray plastic 

ISAL sack” (in bold here only for emphasis) so that the item 

in its entirety reads as follows:] 

a. Direct Country Sack. Prepare a direct country sack if 

there are at least 11 pounds of mail to the same country. 

The mail must be packaged and enclosed in a 

plastic sack and labeled to the country with PS Tag 

155, Surface Airlift Mail. The maximum weight of a direct 

country sack must not exceed 66 pounds. 

* * * * * 

293.943 Sacking Labeling 

Depending on the type of sack, labels are prepared as 

follows: 


words “gray” and “ISAL” in the phrase “a gray plastic ISAL 

sack” (in bold here only for emphasis) so that the item 

reads as follows (the revision text noted here does not 

include subitems (1) through (4) that follow item a):] 

a. Direct Country Sack. For a direct country sack, use a 

plastic sack. Use PS Tag 155 to label each sack with 

the destination country’s name. Mailers must complete 

four blocks on PS Tag 155: 

* * * * * 

294 Publishers’ Periodicals 

* * * * * 

294.4 Makeup Requirements for Publishers’ 

Periodicals 

* * * * * 

294.44 Physical Characteristics and Requirements 

for Sacks 

Sacks must meet these requirements: 

* * * * * 


word “gray” in the phrase “Disposable gray plastic sacks” 



b. Sacks. Disposable plastic sacks are recommended; 

however, other appropriate equipment may 

be provided by Post Office facilities. 

* * * * * 

295 Books and Sheet Music 

* * * * * 

295.4 Makeup Requirements for Books and Sheet 

Music 

* * * * * 

295.45 Physical Characteristics and Requirements 

for Sacks 

Sacks must meet these requirements: 

* * * * * 


word “gray” in the phrase “Disposable gray plastic sacks” 



b. Sacks. Disposable plastic sacks are recommended; 

however, other appropriate equipment may 

be provided by Post Office facilities. 

* * * * * 

— International Network Operations, 

Network Operations Management, 12-23-04


83 

URGENT REMINDER 

Properly Addressing International Mail 

The Postal Service urgently reminds mailers of the 

Universal Postal Union (UPU) requirements concerning all 

aspects of addressing international mail, as noted in the 

article titled “IMM and Publication 51 Revision: Requirements 

for Properly Addressing International Mail,” published 

in Postal Bulletin 22140 (10-28-04, pages 85–86). 

The Postal Service encourages and reinforces these requirements. 

The mailer must provide complete, detailed, and legible 

descriptions of contents on a customs declaration 

form (either PS Form 2976, Customs Declaration 

CN 22 — Sender’s Declaration (green label), or PS 

Form 2976-A, Customs Declaration and Dispatch 

Note CP — 72, whichever is applicable) — along with 

required import documentation — to specifically identify 

the contents of any package. General descriptions 

such as “gift” or “present” are not acceptable. 

The mailer must affix the completed customs declaration 

form to a properly addressed mail item in order 

to ensure timely and accurate delivery by foreign 

postal administrations. 

The mailer must write the complete name and address 

of both the sender and the recipient in roman 

letters and arabic numerals on articles of mail containing 

merchandise or articles subject to customs 

control. This required information includes the ZIP 

Code and country of origin of the sender. 

The mailer must use only one return address. A company 

name or a corporation name is acceptable as a 

sender name as part of a properly completed 

address. 

Instructions for properly addressing items and for completing 

customs declaration forms are in International Mail 

Manual (IMM) parts 122 and 123, respectively. The online 

version of the IMM can be accessed via Postal Explorer at 

http://pe.usps.gov. 


Pricing and Classification, 12-23-04 

ICM UPDATES 

International Customized Mail 

We have combined ICM updates into one Postal Bulletin article to save space and paper. 2 ICM updates appear here. 

On November 16, 2004, the Postal Service entered into 

an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement 

with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International 

Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes 

public the following information concerning the Agreement: 

a. Term: November 17, 2004, through November 16, 

2005. 

b. Type of mail: Global Express Mail (EMS). Every 

item must conform to the mailing requirements set 

forth in the IMM for EMS. 

c. Destination countries: Worldwide. 

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal 

Service has agreed to transport EMS to international 

destinations for delivery by the appropriate 

authorities. 

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has 

agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment 

of 1,000 pieces of EMS mail. 

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to: 

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing 

EMS as set forth in the IMM. 

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated 

Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance 

with the EMCA requirements set forth in 

the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM). 

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a 

rate discounted at ten (10) percent off nondiscounted 

published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance 

with Exhibit 1. 

Exhibit 1 

Annualized Volume 

or Annualized Postage 

600 – 999 pieces or 

$12,000 – $19,999 

1,000 – 2,999 pieces or 

$20,000 – $59,999 

3,000 or more pieces or 

$60,000 or more 

Discount Applied 

8% 

10 

12


On November 5, 2004, the Postal Service entered into 

an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement 

with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International 

Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes 

public the following information concerning the Agreement: 

a. Term: November 19, 2004, through November 18, 

2005. 

b. Type of mail: Global Express Mail (EMS). Every 

item must conform to the mailing requirements set 

forth in the IMM for EMS. 

c. Destination countries: Worldwide. 

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal 

Service has agreed to transport EMS to international 

destinations for delivery by the appropriate 

authorities. 

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has 

agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment 

of 1,000 pieces of EMS mail or $20,000 in EMS 

postage. 

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to: 

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing 

EMS as set forth in the IMM. 

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated 

Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance 

with the EMCA requirements set forth in 

the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM). 

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a 

rate discounted at ten (10) percent off nondiscounted 

published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance 

with Exhibit 1. 

Exhibit 1 

Annualized Volume 

or Annualized Postage 

600 – 999 pieces or 

$12,000 – $19,999 

1,000 – 2,999 pieces or 

$20,000 – $59,999 

3,000 or more pieces or 

$60,000 or more 

Discount Applied 

8% 

10 

12 

— Pricing Strategy, 

Pricing and Classification, 12-23-04


85 

Promotion. Postal Service Official Licensed Products 

Products featured in this promotion are for individual purchases or Postal Service 

promotional events. These items are not for resale in Postal Service retail stores. 

You can obtain licensed items for retail sale through the Official Licensed Retail Product (OLRP) program. 

All offices are eligible to participate in the program and may order products through the OLRP catalog on eBuy.








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89 

Philately 

STAMP ANNOUNCEMENT 05-02 

Marian Anderson Stamp 

Copyright USPS 2004 

The Postal Service will issue a 37-cent Marian 

Anderson commemorative stamp in one design in a pressure-sensitive 

adhesive (PSA) pane of 20 stamps (Item 

458000), on January 27, 2005, in Washington, DC. The 

stamp, designed by Richard Sheaff of Scottsdale, Arizona, 

goes on sale nationwide January 28, 2005. 

With this 28th stamp in the Black Heritage series, the 

Postal Service honors Marian Anderson, one of the greatest 

classicaly trained singers of the 20th century and an important 

figure in the struggle of Black Americans for racial 

equality. Singing a varied repertoire in her rich contralto, 

Anderson opened doors for other Black artists. 

Issue: 

Marian Anderson 

Item Number: 458000 

Denomination & 

Type of Issue: 

37-cent Commemorative 

Format: 

Pane of 20 (1 design) 

Series: 

Black Heritage 

Issue Date & City: January 27, 2005, 

Washington, DC 20066 

Designer: 

Richard Sheaff, Scottsdale, AZ 

Engraver: 

Southern Graphics Systems 

Artist: 

Albert Slark, Ajax, 

Ontario, Canada 

Art Director: 


Typographer: 


Existing Photography: Moisé Benkow, Stockholm, 

Sweden 

Modeler: 

Donald Woo 

Manufacturing Process: Gravure 

Printer: 

Sennett Security Products (SSP) 

Printed at: 

American Packaging Corporation, 

Columbus, WI 

Press Type: Ceruti, 950 

Stamps per Pane: 20 

Print Quantity: 

150 million stamps 

Paper Type: 

Phosphored tagged 

Adhesive Type: 

Pressure-sensitive 

Processed at: 

Unique Binders, 

Fredericksburg, VA 

Colors: 

Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, Black 

Stamp Orientation: Vertical 

Image Area (w x h): 0.84 x 1.41 in./21.336 x 35.814 mm 

Overall Size (w x h): 0.99 x 1.56 in./25.146 x 39.624 mm 

Pane Size (w x h): 5.94 x 7.25 in./150.87 x 184.15 mm 

Plate Size: 

360 stamps per revolution 

Plate Numbers: 

“S” followed by four (4) single 

digits 

Marginal Markings: © 2004 USPS • Plate numbers in 

four corners • Plate position 

diagram • Price • Four barcodes 

on back of pane • Biographical 

text on back of stamp 

Catalog Item Number(s): 458020 Block of 4 — $1.48 

458030 Block of 10 — $3.70 

458040 Full Pane of 20 — $7.40 

458061 First Day Cover — $0.75 

458076 Cultural Diary 

Page/Illustrated Envelope Set — 

$12.95 

458093 Full Pane w/First Day 

Cover — $8.15 

458096 Cultural Diary (with 

Pages and Stamps) — $34.95


The portrait featured on the stamp is an oil painting by 

Albert Slark of Ajax, Ontario, Canada. Slark based his 

painting on a black-and-white photograph believed to have 

been made by Moisé Benkow in Stockholm, Sweden, circa 

1934. 

How to Order the First Day of Issue Postmark 

Customers have 30 days to obtain the first day of issue 

postmark by mail. They may purchase new stamps at their 

local Post Office, by telephone at 800-STAMP-24, and at 

the Postal Store Web site at www.usps.com/shop. They 

should affix the stamps to envelopes of their choice, address 

the envelopes (to themselves or others), and place 

them in a larger envelope addressed to: 

MARIAN ANDERSON STAMP 

SPECIAL CANCELLATION UNIT 

PO BOX 92282 


After applying the first day of issue postmark, the Postal 

Service will return the envelopes through the mail. There is 

no charge for the postmark. All orders must be postmarked 

by February 26, 2005. 

How to Order First Day Covers 

Stamp Fulfillment Services also offers first day covers 

for new stamp issues and Postal Service stationery items 

postmarked with the official first day of issue cancellation. 

Each item has an individual catalog number and is offered 

in the quarterly USA Philatelic catalog. Customers may request 

a free catalog by calling 800-STAMP-24 or writing to: 

INFORMATION FULFILLMENT 

DEPT 6270 


PO BOX 219014 

KANSAS CITY MO 64121-9014 

Philatelic Products 

There are two philatelic products for the Marian 

Anderson stamp: 

A $12.95 cultural diary insert card and illustrated 

envelope set featuring Marian Anderson, with stamp 

and mount and an illustrated envelope with the first 

day of issue postmark (Item 458076). 

A $34.95 cultural diary consisting of a beautifully 

illustrated binder designed to hold current and future 

insert cards of African-American stamp issues as 

well as personal notes (Item 458096). The initial 

product offering will include the binder, insert cards, 

stamps, and mounts for four African American issues 

from 2004 (Paul Robeson, Wilma Rudolph, James 

Baldwin, and Kwanzaa), as well as a companion 

notepad for recording personal thoughts. 

Both philatelic products will be distributed in selected 

areas for postal retail stores. 

Distribution: Item 458000, 37-cent Marian 

Anderson — Black Heritage Series 

Commemorative Stamp 

Stamp distribution offices (SDOs) will receive their full 

standard automatic distribution quantities for a PSA sheet 

stamp. Distributions are rounded up to the nearest master 

carton size (40,000 stamps). 

Initial Supply to Post Offices 

SDOs will make a subsequent automatic distribution to 

Post Offices of a full standard automatic distribution quantity 

using PS Form 17, Stamp Requisition/Stamp Return. 

SDOs must not distribute stamps to Post Offices before 

January 21, 2005. 

Philatelic Requirement 

SDOs will not receive a separate quantity Item 458000 

for their authorized philatelic centers. Philatelic centers 

must be supplied their quantities from the initial automatic 

distribution made to SDOs. 

Additional Supply 

Post Offices requiring additional stamps must requisition 

Item 458000 from their designated SDO using PS Form 17. 

SDOs requiring additional stamps must order them from 

the appropriate accountable paper depository (APD) using 

PS Form 17. 

For fulfilling supplemental orders from SDOs, the Chicago, 

Memphis, and New York APDs will each receive 

8,000,000 additional stamps; the San Francisco APD will 

receive 4,800,000 additional stamps; and the Denver APD 

will receive 1,600,000 additional stamps. For fulfilling supplemental 

orders from APDs, the Kansas City SSC will receive 

24,000,000 additional stamps. 

Sales Policy 

All Post Offices must acquire and maintain a supply of 

each new commemorative stamp as long as customer demand 

exists, until inventory is depleted, or until the stamp is 

officially withdrawn from sale. If supplies run low, Post Offices 

must reorder additional quantities using their normal 

ordering procedures. 

— Stamp Services, 

Government Relations, 12-23-04


91 

UPDATE TO STAMP ANNOUNCEMENT 05-01 

Lunar New Year Souvenir Sheet 

In the article “Stamp Announcement 05-01, Lunar New 

Year Souvenir Sheet” in Postal Bulletin 22143 (12-9-04, 

pages 59–60), the information for philatelic products was 

not available at the time of the printing of the Postal Bulletin. 

The philatelic products information is now available and is 

provided below. 

Philatelic Product 

The Lunar New Year Collection 

A trifold folio collectible contains: 

The new 2005 issue double-sided pane of 24 stamps 

(12 designs with a face value of $8.88). 

A complete set of the 12 individual Lunar New Year 

stamps (face value $12.79) that were previously issued 

from 1992 through 2004 with corresponding 

mounts. 

This product is being distributed to selected Postal 

Service retail stores and is available online at 

www.usps.com and by telephone at 800-STAMP-24. 

The item number is 567088 and the price is $21.95. 


Government Relations, 12-23-04 

CORRECTION AND ADDITION 

Lunar New Year Souvenir Sheet 

In the article, “Stamp Announcement 05-01, Lunar New 

Year Souvenir Sheet” in Postal Bulletin 22143 (12-9-04, 

pages 59–60), the information listed in the technical details 

table incorrectly included an item and omitted an item. 

Item to Remove 

The following item should not have been listed in the 

technical details table: Item 567093, Full Pane w/FDC Set 

of 12, $17.88. 

Item to Add 

The following item should have been listed in the technical 

details table: Item 567099, Cancellation Keepsake (FP 

w/CC random single cover), $10.38. 




NOTICE 

Heroes of 2001 Semipostal Stamps Withdrawn From Regular Sale and From Sale at 

Philatelic Centers — Statutory Authority Expires December 31, 2004 

Instructions 

vending and store-prepared stamp items listed in the table 

below, and (2) prepare them for destruction. 

Submit items to destruction sites according to local established 

procedures, under the guidelines in Handbook 

F-1, Post Office Accounting Procedures, subchapter 45, 

Destroying Stamp Stock. 

Also, all offices should remove any visible Heroes of 

2001 semipostal stamp stock on display. 

Absolutely no sales of the Heroes of 2001 semipostal 

stamps and products listed below are permitted at retail 

counters and outlets after December 31, 2004. The items 

listed below are also withdrawn from sale at Stamp Fulfillment 

Services and the online Postal Store. 

Effective close-of-business December 31, 2004, all Post 

Offices, stations, branches, Postal Service stores, contract 

postal units, vending outlets, and authorized philatelic 

centers must (1) withdraw from sale the Heroes of 2001 

semipostal stamps stock items, products, and their related 

Item 

Numbers Description 

367400 $4.50 Heroes Semi-Postal 10 Pack 

566000 45-cent Heroes Stamp 

566015 $9 Heroes Full Stamp Pane 

566064 45-cent Heroes First Day Cover 

566093 $9.83 Heroes Full Pane with First Day Cover 




Retail Point-of-Purchase Instructions 

Self-Service Vending Instructions 

93 

The retail counter point-of-purchase (POP) planogram, 

which was included in the Holiday POP kit, gives specific 

instructions on removing the Fundraising Stamps countercard 

from display on December 31, 2004, the last day of the 

Holiday ’04 retail drive period. The countercard features the 

Heroes of 2001, the Breast Cancer Research, and the Stop 

Family Violence stamp images and is pictured below. 

Effective immediately, self-service postal center (SSPC) 

technicians and personnel who service vending machines 

must, at their next regular servicing, remove all Heroes of 

2001 semipostal stamps (Item 367400) from the vending 

machines. The task must be completed by close of 

business December 31, 2004. 

Keep the Breast Cancer Research semipostal stamp 

(Item 367200) and the Stop Family Violence semipostal 

stamp (Item 367500) in vending machine slots, but replace 

the Heroes of 2001 stamp with another product. For the replacement 

product, insert the product’s item number in the 

product selection window. 

— Retail Service Equipment, 

Delivery and Retail, 12-23-04 

— Retail In-Store Programs, 

In-Store Message Management, 12-23-04


Pictorial Cancellations Announcement 

As a community service, the Postal Service offers 

pictorial cancellations to commemorate local events celebrated 

in communities throughout the nation. A list of 

events for which pictorial cancellations are authorized appears 

below. If available, the sponsor of the pictorial cancellation 

appears in italics under the date. Also provided, 

as space permits, are illustrations of those cancellations 

that were reproducible and available at press time. 

People attending these local events may obtain the 

cancellation in person at the temporary Post Office station 

established there. Those who cannot attend the event, 

but who wish to obtain the cancellation, may submit a 

mail order request. Pictorial cancellations are available 

only for the dates indicated, and requests must be postmarked 

no later than 30 days following the requested pictorial 

cancellation date. 

All requests must include a stamped envelope or postcard 

bearing at least the minimum First-Class Mail postage. 

Items submitted for cancellation may not include 

postage issued after the date of the requested cancellation. 

Such items will be returned unserviced. 

Customers wishing to obtain a cancellation should affix 

stamps to any envelope or postcard of their choice, address 

the envelope or postcard to themselves or others, 

insert a card of postcard thickness in envelopes for sturdiness, 

and tuck in the flap. Place the envelope or postcard 

in a larger envelope and address it to: PICTORIAL CAN- 

CELLATIONS, followed by the NAME OF THE STATION, 

ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP+4 CODE, exactly as listed 

below (using all capitals and no punctuation, except the 

hyphen in the ZIP+4 code). 

Customers can also send stamped envelopes and 

postcards without addresses for cancellation, as long as 

they supply a larger envelope with adequate postage and 

their return address. After applying the pictorial cancellation, 

the Postal Service returns the items (with or without 

addresses) under addressed protective cover. 

The following cancellation has been extended for 30 days. 

December 4, 2004 

River Valley District Library 

MAIN STREET STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

PORT BYRON IL 61275-9998 

November 26–December 31, 


City of Bethlehem 

CHRISTMAS OF BETHLEHEM 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

535 WOOD ST 

BETHLEHEM PA 18016-9998 

December 1, 2004–January 1, 

2005 

City of Allentown 

LIGHTS IN THE PARKWAY 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

442 W HAMILTON ST 

ALLENTOWN PA 18101-9998 

November 26–December 31, 


City of Bethlehem 

CHRISTMAS CITY STATION 

POSTMASTER 

535 WOOD ST 

BETHLEHEM PA 18016-9998 


Postal Service 

FAREWELL STATION 

CRC 

2600 ELTHAM AVE ST 109 

NORFOLK VA 23513-2501 


Dana Thomas House 

GREETINGS FROM 

LAWRENCE HOUSE 

SPRINGFIELD IL STATION 

POSTMASTER 

2105 E COOK ST 

SPRINGFIELD IL 62703-9998 


Village of Greenwich 

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAY 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

39 MAIN ST 

GREENWICH NY 12834-9998


95 


Village of Seneca Falls 

BEDFORD FALLS STATION 

POSTMASTER 

38 STATE ST 

SENECA FALLS NY 

13148-9998 



CLOUDSCAPE STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

BATTERY PARK VA 

23304-9998 


FESTIVAL STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

ROSCOMMON MI 48653-9998 


GENERAL MCAULIFFE NUTS 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

PIERMONT NY 10968-9998 


Troy Victorian Stroll Committee 

TWENTY SECOND ANNUAL 

VICTORIAN STROLL 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

400 BROADWAY 

TROY NY 12180-9998 


GENERAL GEORGE S 

PATTON JR STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

WEST POINT NY 10996-9998 


Village of Scotia 

HOLIDAY OF THE AVENUE 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

29 JAY ST 

SCHENECTADY NY 

12305-9998 


Knoxville Community 

Association 

SPECIAL MOMENTS STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

KNOXVILLE PA 16928-9998 

December 9–11, 2004 

Miflinburg Heritage 

Revitalization Association 

CHRISTKINDL MARKET 

MIFLINBURG STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

MIFLINBURG PA 17844-9998 


City of Portland 

KWANZAA STATION 

POSTMASTER 

125 FOREST AVE 

PORTLAND ME 04101-9998 


Old Tyme Christmas Committee 

OLD TYME CHRISTMAS 

WEEDSPORT STATION 

POSTMASTER 

8942 N SENECA ST 

WEEDSPORT NY 13166-9998 



CHRISTMAS CAROL STATION 

POSTMASTER 

101 N FOLGER 

CARROLLTON MO 

64633-9998 



CLOUDSCAPE STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

BATTERY PARK VA 

23304-9998 


Panna Maria Historical Society 

SESQUICENTENNIAL 

ANNIVERSARY STATION 

POSTMASTER 

13870 N FM 81 

PANNA MARIA TX 78144-9998



TERQUASQUICENTENNIAL 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

116 W MAIN ST 

LEWISVILLE IN 47352-9998 


Illinois College 

HILLTOP STATION 

POSTMASTER 

200 W COURT ST 

JACKSONVILLE IL 62650-9998 


Batsto Citizens Committee 

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

114 S 3RD ST 

HAMMONTON NJ 08037-9998 


Muskegon Stamp Club 

MUSKEGON STAMP CLUB 

STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

MUSKEGON MI 49440-9998 


First Night Committee 

FIRST NIGHT STATION 

POSTMASTER 

50001 COLONIE CENTER 

MALL 

ALBANY NY 12205-9998 


LEWIS AND CLARK STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

WASHBURN ND 58577-9998 

January 2–4, 2005 


HOCKEY STATION 

POSTMASTER 

PO BOX 9998 

GRAND FORKS ND 

58201-9998 

— Stamp Services, Government Relations, 12-23-04 

Special Cancellation Die Hubs 

Postmasters and plant managers who have any of the special cancellation die hubs listed below may use them for the 

periods designated. At the end of the period, these die hubs must be withdrawn and stored. Postmasters and plant managers 

who do not have these special die hubs may not request them from the sponsors. 

Cancellation 

Period of Use 

Use Christmas Seals, Support Your Lung Association Nov. 8−Dec. 31 

Autistic Children, Hope Through Research and Education Dec. 1−Dec. 31 

— Mailing Standards, Pricing and Classification, 12-23-04


97 

Post Offices 

HANDBOOK PO-701 REVISION 

Warranty Claims and Defect Reports 

Effective December 23, 2004, chapter 6 in Handbook 

PO-701, Fleet Management, is revised in its entirety to reflect 

current information. 

We will incorporate this revision into the next printed version 

of Handbook PO-701 and also into the online version 

of Handbook PO-701 available on the Postal Service 

PolicyNet Web site: 






Click on HBKs. 



Handbook PO-701, Fleet Management 

* * * * * 

6 Warranty Claims and Defect Reports 

[Revise chapter 6 in its entirety to read as follows:] 

61 General 

611 Warranty Recovery Program 

Documentation and recovery of warranted parts, materials, 

and labor is essential to minimizing fleet costs and to 

promptly identifying potentially adverse maintenance issues 

and trends. VMF managers and vehicle post office 

(VPO) postmasters and managers are responsible for 

maintaining aggressive warranty recovery programs. 

612 Warranty Information 

Manufacturer-specific warranty information and claim procedures 

for new mail-hauling vehicles are published in a 

Postal Service Vehicle Maintenance Bulletin (VMB) on or 

about the time of vehicle delivery. Vehicle suppliers and repair 

parts consignment suppliers may provide warranty procedure 

manuals, service bulletins, or Web-based systems 

containing detailed instructions on the disposition of warranty 

claims and the handling of defective parts. If suppliers 

provide files electronically to the Postal Service, the information 

must be in “read-only” format and may not be 

installed onto Postal Service computer workstations. 

613 Warranty Labor Recovery Rate 

For repairs performed by the VMF, use the labor rate for 

warranty reimbursement most recently published in a VMB. 

This rate includes both direct personnel and related overhead 

costs. 

Note: If a particular vehicle contract establishes manufacturer-specific 

labor claim rates, the VMB will publish this 

information. 

62 Options and Methods for Warranty Repair and 

Recovery 

621 Repair by a Dealership or Commercial Repair 

Facility 

A dealership or other commercial repair facility authorized 

by the manufacturer may perform repairs with no warranty 

recovery action required by the VMF, as long as this method 

does not create excessive additional costs or adverse 

operational impacts, such as shuttle costs or excessive 

downtime. When a manufacturer or dealer makes repairs, 

obtain a copy of the repair order, no-charge invoice, or 

other form of documentation and place it in the VMF vehicle 

jacket for reference. 

622 Repair and Recovery by a VMF 

When economically feasible and most advantageous to the 

Postal Service, the VMF should provide the labor for making 

minor repairs and replacing parts. If the VMF has a billback 

agreement with the manufacturer, code work orders to 

bill the manufacturer to avoid the cost and delay involved in 

shuttling the vehicle to and from the authorized dealer. 

However, this procedure does not preclude the VMF from 

the requirement of preparing and submitting PS Form 

4528, Vehicle Defect or Deficiency Report, nor does it preclude 

the VMF from fully using the dealer when that use is 

economically feasible. 

Before repairing major components such as engines and 

transmissions, the VMF might have to receive authorization 

from the manufacturer. Consult manufacturer warranty 

manuals and service bulletins to ensure that VMF personnel 

follow proper procedures. Be aware of extended warranty 

provisions, such as those covering emissions 

systems. After completing an in-house repair, process the 

claim utilizing the manufacturer’s claim submission system 

(e.g., online, fax, manual, or other method as specified by


the manufacturer). Be aware of time limits for individual 

claim submissions, in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty 

coverage period (such as 3 years/36,000 miles). 

Ensure timely submission of claims, regardless of their 

dollar amount. 

Manufacturers typically reimburse VMFs for accepted warranty 

claims by making bulk payments. Upon receipt of a 

warranty check from the manufacturer, the VMF must process 

the check as follows: 

a. In all cases, record the check under General Ledger 

Account (GLA) 52951. 

b. If the VMF sends the check to the Eagan Service 

Center, record the check under Account Identifier 

Code (AIC) 000. 

c. If the VMF deposits the check at a Postal Service retail 

window, record the check under AIC 168. 

The Postal Service will receive a credit to budget line 3A 

Supplies/Services, Expenses/Reductions. Since VMFs are 

not established as revenue-generating sites, the credits will 

usually be reflected in the district or postmaster’s finance 

number. The credit also appears under account code 46 on 

AEH600P1, VMAS Mainframe Cost Report in Dollars. District 

VMF reports reflect the summed warranty recoveries 

from all VMFs within the district. Nondistrict VMF reports reflect 

the individual VMF’s recoveries. Each VMF must 

maintain a master file of claims and supporting documentation, 

including reimbursement deposit receipts and/or 

reports. 

623 Repair by VMF, With Commercial Recovery 

Service 

VMFs can also recover repair costs by using a commercial 

warranty recovery service, which is a fee-for-service option 

(the fee is typically 8 to 10 percent of the claim value). 

To facilitate the commercial warranty recovery service option, 

the Philadelphia Vehicles Category Management Center 

(Vehicles CMC) may establish national ordering 

agreements (NOAs). For information on authorized warranty 

recovery NOAs and their associated terms and procedures, 

access the Vehicles CMC Web site at 

http://blue.usps.gov/purchase/material/pmsc/philadelphia/ 

dlphi.htm; click on National Ordering Agreements & 

Contracts. 

Typically, a warranty recovery service analyzes copies of 

vehicle maintenance work orders submitted by a VMF, logs 

claims, and submits the claims to the manufacturer for payment. 

The service provider sends the VMF copies of all 

claims submitted, accepted, and rejected, and issues bulk 

warranty reimbursements to the VMF. The VMF processes 

the payments, maintains a master file of claims (as described 

in part 622), and makes fee payments to the 

recovery service provider using the IMPAC expense card, 

unless another method is identified by NOA terms. 

Note: VMFs may not use the IMPAC repair parts or Voyager 

commercial cards for fee payments to warranty recovery 

service providers. 

624 Replacement Parts From Stock 

When using replacement parts from stock to repair a vehicle 

warranty item, issue the part from inventory to the correct 

vehicle via PS Form 4543, Vehicle Maintenance Work 

Order, under account code 45. Follow the manufacturer’s 

current warranty procedures. 

625 Warranty Parts for Vehicles Out of Warranty 

Parts suppliers typically issue credit invoices for warrantable 

parts that fail on vehicles that are out of warranty. 

Check with the individual NOA supplier for its policy on 

failed parts retention and return. 

When it receives parts credit invoices from NOA suppliers, 

the VMF must certify the invoices, retain a copy of each invoice, 

and forward the original invoices to the San Mateo 

Accounting Service Center, Accounts Payable Section. 

Each invoice must include the NOA number, supplier’s tax 

identification number, and VMF finance number. When the 

San Mateo Accounting Service Center processes the credit 

invoices, the recorded finance number receives a credit for 

line 3H, Vehicle Maintenance, in GLAs 14351.042 and 

84351.007. A debit is posted to GLAs 84351.008 and 

23439.000. 

63 Refusal or Delay of Warranty Service 

If a warranty service provider refuses or disputes a claim, 

submit a written report to the following address: 

DELIVERY VEHICLE OPERATIONS 

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE 

475 L’ENFANT PLZ SW RM 7142 


Include the following information: 

a. Date vehicle was placed in service. 

b. Vehicle number. 

c. Name of authorized dealer. 

d. Name, title, and telephone number of the individual 

who refused to provide service. 

e. Nature of defects and reason for refusal. 

f. Mileage at the time of the failure. 

g. Current mileage. 

Send a copy of the written report to the area vehicle maintenance 

staff.


64 Reporting Vehicle Defects or Deficiencies 

641 Routine Defects 

For vehicles under warranty, immediately report structural 

or mechanical defects that are not caused by normal wear 

and tear and that require repair and replacement parts. Use 

PS Form 4528, Vehicle Defect or Deficiency Report. List 

each failure in detail. Provide the manufacturer’s name or 

the trademark of the parts involved for reference to the 

manufacturer. 

642 Urgent Defects 

For a defect constituting a serious safety issue (e.g., wheel 

spindle crack, rubbing brake hose, ruptured vehicle tires, 

etc.), immediately report the defect to Headquarters Delivery 

Vehicle Operations at 202-268-3836 and also notify the 

area vehicle maintenance staff by telephone or e-mail. Include 

the following information: 

a. Vehicle number. 

b. Date of failure. 

c. Type of failure, including a concise statement describing 

the failure. 

d. Any accident or injury that occurred due to the failure. 

e. Mileage at the time of the failure. 

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f. Current mileage. 

g. Present location of the vehicle. 

Confirm reported information by submitting PS Form 4528. 

65 Adjustments, Repairs, and Defects Not 

Covered by Warranty 

651 Adjustments and Repairs 

Normal adjustments or repairs — such as brake lining 

wear, toe-in, oil, oil filters, antifreeze, and spark plugs — 

are not usually within the scope of warranty terms. Therefore, 

for these types of repair actions, do not submit a warranty 

claim unless there are some very unusual 

circumstances and the contractor has provided a prior authorization 

number. 

652 Defects 

PS Form 4528, Vehicle Defect or Deficiency Report, is not 

limited to new vehicles. Use this form whenever premature 

failure of a part, component, or assembly requires replacement 

prior to normal life expectancy. 

* * * * * 

— Delivery Vehicle Operations, 

Delivery and Retail, 12-23-04 

MOVER’S GUIDE NEWS 

January 2005 Mover’s Guide Now Available 

The January 2005 issue of Publication 75, Mover’s 

Guide, will be arriving at your facility, packed in boxes of 

300, 200, and 100. 

We print and distribute Mover’s Guide three times per 

year — in April, August, and December. To order up to 100 

additional copies, please call the Material Distribution 

Center (MDC) by using touch tone order entry (TTOE): Call 

800-332-0317, option 2. 

Note: You must be registered to use TTOE. To register, 

call 800-332-0317, option 1, extension 2925, and follow the 

prompts to leave a message. (Wait 48 hours after registering 

before placing your first order.) 

Use the following information to order the January 2005 

issue of Mover’s Guide: 

PSIN: PUB 75 

PSN: 7610-03-000-4795 

Unit of Measure: 

EA 

Minimum Order Quantity: N/A 

Bulk Pack Quantity: 100 

Quick Pick Number: 441 

Price: 

N/A 

Edition Date: 01/05 

If you need more than 100 copies, or if you have other 

questions regarding Mover’s Guide, please call Imagitas directly 

at 800-816-6837. 

Do not start using this edition until January 1, 2005, unless 

your current stock of this item has been depleted. After 

January 1, 2005, you must recycle all copies of any older 

versions of Mover’s Guide remaining at your facility. 

Please keep track of your inventory. Businesses and 

other organizations must purchase Mover’s Guide and can 

obtain order forms by calling Imagitas at 800-816-6837. 

Remember, consumers can visit www.usps.com and 

select Change Address to change their address online. 

— Address Management, 

Intelligent Mail and Address Quality, 12-23-04


2004 IRS Tax Packages 

On December 27, 2004, contract mailers for the Internal 

Revenue Service (IRS) will begin mailing approximately 

46.5 million tax-related items to individual households for 

tax year 2004. This total includes approximately 29 million 

individual tax packages. The remaining quantity consists of 

approximately 9 million self-mailers that promote electronic 

filing and a standard letter-size mailing of approximately 8.5 

million pieces. These figures continue the trend of fewer 

mailings from year to year — the IRS has reduced the number 

of tax packages it mails to individual households as 

more taxpayers transition from filing paper tax returns to 

filing electronically. 

All mail should be entered by mid-January 2005. Postage 

will be paid through IRS Permit Imprint Number G-48. 

Tax packages for Hawaii will be shipped by air. Tax packages 

for Alaska and Puerto Rico will be shipped by boat. 

Acceptance Offices 

Contract mailers for the IRS will prepare tax packages 

for mailing at the Standard Mail Enhanced Carrier Route 

rates. Acceptance office employees must verify that mailings 

meet all preparation and marking requirements in the 

Domestic Mail Manual (DMM). 

Acceptance office employees must verify that tax package 

mailings are prepared according to presort requirements 

for Standard Mail Enhanced Carrier Route mailings. 

Acceptance office employees must verify the mailings according 

to standard acceptance procedures, including 

those appropriate to optional procedure systems for those 

mailers previously authorized. Postal Service verification 

ensures that the rates and piece counts reported on the 

postage statements are accurate and that the IRS has paid 

the correct postage. 

Destination Offices 

Contract mailers will deliver the mail to plants according 

to scheduled appointment dates recorded in the Facility Access 

and Shipment Tracking (FAST) system and will also 

provide a PS Form 8125, Plant-Verified Drop Shipment 

(PVDS) Verification and Clearance. Plant personnel must 

verify trailer contents with mailer information recorded on 

PS Form 8125. 

Crossdock Pallets: Bulk Mail Centers (BMCs) and Processing 

and Distribution Centers (P&DCs) will receive pallets 

labeled to 5-digit, 3-digit, and sectional center facility 

(SCF) destinations. Keep the pallets intact and dispatch 

them to the appropriate destination. 

BMC Working Pallets: Upon receiving working pallets, 

Operations employees will break open the pallets for distribution 

of the contents. The destination for each package, 

sack, or tray is on the label. Dispatch the packages, sacks, 

and trays to the destination facilities for distribution to the 

delivery units. 

Delivery Offices 

Deliver tax packages upon receipt. 

Errors and Irregularities 

Delivery office personnel should be alert to errors in 

preparation and marking requirements. When carrier route 

presort errors exceed the 5-percent allowance, deliver the 

mail and use established reporting procedures to report 

errors to the following address: 

MANAGER REVENUE AND FIELD ACCOUNTING 

ATTN IRS FORMS TAX PACKAGE 2004 


475 L’ENFANT PLZ SW RM 8831 


Undeliverable Tax Packages 

The tax packages do not include ancillary service endorsements. 

Therefore, no tax package is eligible for forwarding 

or return services. 

Treat all undeliverable forms as waste — do not 

place them in Postal Service lobbies for any reason. 

— Capital Metro Sales, 

Sales, 12-23-04


101 

Retail 

CORRECTION 

Stamps by Mail Print Schedule for 2005 

In the article “Stamps by Mail Brochure Ordering Information 

and Print Schedule for 2005,” in Postal Bulletin 

22143 (12-9-04, pages 71–72), the print schedule incorrectly 

lists the January deadline as January 2, 2005. 

The correct date is January 12. 

— Retail Marketing, 

Service and Market Development, 12-23-04 

Supply Management 

CORRECTION 

Redistributing and Ordering Rotary Locks 

In the article titled “Redistributing and Ordering Rotary Locks” in Postal Bulletin 22124, (11-11-04, page 87) we inadvertently 

attached an incorrect list of area registered mail coordinators. 

Attached is the corrected list of coordinators. 

Area Registered Mail Coordinators 

Area Registered Mail Coordinator Telephone 

Capitol Metro George (Eddie) E. Martin 301-618-4409 

Eastern James D. Adams 412-494-2617 

Great Lakes Cornealus Owens 630-539-4727 

New York Metro Richard F. Miller 646-473-3742 

Northeast David J. McClelland 860-285-7330 

Pacific 

David A. Minshew 

Carol G. Ziegler 

510-292-2463 

510-292-2460 

Southeast Daniel G. Slattery 901-747-7416 

Southwest Dwayne D. Lee 214-819-8840 

Western George P. Medina 303-313-5167 

— SCM Strategies, Supply Management, 12-23-04


NOTICE 

Renting Custodial Items 

Since October 25, 2004, Postal Service employees 

who rent custodial items should have begun directing all inquiries 

unresolved by their selected supplier’s local office to 

Topeka Materials Customer Service at 800-332-0317, 

option 4. 

Material Logistics Bulletin MLB-CO-03-002 has been 

updated to include this change along with several other 

additions and/or modifications and can be accessed at 

http://blue.usps.gov/purchase/operations/ 

ops_mlb2003.htm. If you do not have access to a 

computer, you can get a copy of the MLB by calling the 

MDC at 800-332-0317, option 2. 

Two other important changes that all Postal Service 

locations should address as soon as possible are the 

following: 

Minimum order quantities 

The Postal Service considers its contracts with Cintas 

and UniFirst as partnerships; therefore, Postal 

Service clients must work with their selected suppliers 

to the greatest extent possible and avoid undue 

financial hardship by eliminating unreasonable 

requests. 

Due to the increased cost of gasoline, it is economically 

unfeasible for our suppliers to provide service to 

current Postal Service clients (or to add new clients) 

with orders of less than $12.00 per delivery. Therefore, 

all Postal Service clients with orders of less than 

$12.00 (weekly, biweekly, or monthly) should reevaluate 

their requirements with their selected supplier 

and develop a more cost-effective approach that 

changes the items delivered and the frequency of delivery, 

then enter a new eBuy order that reflects these 

changes. If the location requires special considerations, 

contact the custodial products team via e-mail 

at Help Custodial. 

Renewing eBuy orders 

Many eBuy orders have expired or are close to expiration. 

It is the responsibility of the employees of 

each Postal Service facility to monitor their eBuy order 

quantities for custodial rental items by reconciling 

their Billing Summary Report to their delivery tickets 

every month. Facilities must monitor each line item to 

assure that there are sufficient quantities to cover 

future invoices. 

When your selected supplier advises your facility that 

a new eBuy order is needed, you must check eBuy 

status to determine which line items are depleted. 

You must enter a new eBuy order immediately if the 

status line shows that an item is closed or cancelled. 

If you have questions about your existing order, contact 

Cintas at 800-795-7368 or UniFirst at 800-480-5432. 

— SCM Strategies, 

Supply Management, 12-23-04


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475 L’ENFANT PLAZA SW 


First-Class Mail 

Postage & Fees Paid 

USPS 

Permit No. G-10 

Open Season ends 5 p.m. Central Time, Dec. 31. 

Claim over-the-counter drugs, medicines and medical care items. 

Call 1-800-842-2026 for more details about FSAs. 

Then dial PostalEASE at 1-877-477-3273 to enroll.

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