Postal Letter

Why does the US Postal Service have a legal monopoly on the delivery of first class letter mail? Why does the US Postal Service have a legal monopoly on the delivery of first class letter mail? Explain why critics of the US Postal Service argue that privatization of mail delivery would result in a more effiecient allocation of resources for the nation. Do you agree?

the US postal service will accept a box for domestic shipment only if the sum of its lengs and girth? the US postal service will accept a box for domestic shipment only if the sum of its lengs and girth(distance around) does not exceed 108 in. what dimensions will give a box with a square end the largest possible volume?

Is it possible to use US postal service to Ship/Mail stuff from europe to united states ? Hey guys, I am wondering if it is possible that I can use the US postal service to ship/mail big stuff to the states from europe. I am willing to mail trunks or luggages with about 20 kilograms stuff on them. Please let me know whether there are better ways ?

Can I get the US Postal Service to fly the Flag of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico alongside the American flag? All government buildings in Puerto Rico (state and federal) are required to fly both the US and the Puerto Rico flag. Only the US Postal Service ignores this rule. Why? The US Postal Service generates huge sums of revenues from their Puerto Rico operations.

What's the different between a Parcel Post and a Flat Rate Box for US Postal Service? I've noticed that Parcel Post is less expensive than the Medium Flat Rate Box for US Postal Service. Besides the fact that the flat rate box (priority mail) will ship faster, is there any difference? Does US Postal Service allow me to mail a pair of shoes in its original shoebox without having to put it into another box? Thanks!

is there a us postal shipping service that ships from online store to canada? I want to buy cosmetics from Hard Candy, but I live in Canada and they don't ship there. Is there a postal service in the US that will let you put in their address for where to ship the cosmetics to, and then the postal service ships it to canada?

sent package to wrong postal address using the US postal service as a priority mail? Today, I sent a package to wrong postal address using the US postal service as a priority mail. It had some candies and a birthday card. I wrote the address as 376 Street Name instead of 303 Street Name. City, State, Zip code were correct. I even wrote the phone number correctly. What are my options now? Can I direct the packet to the correct address now?

Why have we not passed a Constitutional amendment to abolish the US Postal Service? By now its pretty obvious that the US Postal Service is a complete waste of money because nobody uses it. Everyone preffers the much more efficient free market mail services like FedEx, UPS, and DHL. So why haven't we abolished the arcaic useless socialist institution?

What information is required for US Postal money orders? What information is required for money orders through the US Postal Service? Also, will I receive anything in the mail concerning my money order?

Is the US Postal Service the Last Defence in terms of Military? Is it the duty of the postal serc=vice to be the last defence of the US? What are any websites giving further info and if the US military was to be demolished who would the responsibility fall on to protect us? Is it the postal service? Need REAL sources?

How can I buy an older postal delivery truck from the US Postal service? Does the US Postal Service hold auctions to sell the older or surplus delivery trucks? How can I purchase one? Thanks

How many of you have received advertizing mailings from US Postal Service? In the last few weeks I have received 3 "keeping you Posted" cards form the US Postal Service. It tells us how we can handle our postal needs. Now I have been able to take care of my postal needs on my own with no problem. What is a problem is, that when I go to the post office there is no place to park, I wait in a long line and am finally waited on by surely clerks. Our postal rates were raised not long ago. How many more cards do you think they will send out before they raise the rates again. Is it really neccessary for our post office to send out cards telling us how to conduct our business?

How do I wrap a Package with the US Postal Service? How do exactly do I wrap a small package that I want to send with the US Postal Service? Then do they weigh it there for you? Do I have to make labels or can they print them out for me there??

Are there any websites that will give a US Postal address then ship my packages to the UK? I'm trying to get some items into the UK but they're only obtainable in America (unless you want to scour Ebay and pay stupid prices.) Are there any websites that will give me a US postal address and ship my packages to the UK? Uh, no. It's not that they aren't allowed in the UK they just don't sell them over here.

Where can I encash a US Postal Money Order check in the Philippines? I received a US Postal Money Order check, where can i cash this? Thanks.

Can you get in trouble for ordering boxes from US Postal Service? Can you get in trouble for ordering boxes from US Postal Service? I want to build a time machine so I can go back to the 80s, when they had good music.

Has the time come for the privatization of the US Postal Service? The US Postal Service is down 8.5 billion dollars this year. Due to our governments use of price controls The US Postal Service is no longer a viable economic entity. This is our money that they are losing and there is no end in sight. In these tough economic times should the federal government be subsidizing a losing cause? To respond to a recent inquirey; "A private business will either charge enough to make a profit on it, or scrap it. Is this what you all want?" Sir, if you read all below, it appears the answer to your question is... YES!!!

How long does US Postal Service Parcel Post take to get from coast to coast? I live in PA and I ordered something from CA using US Postal Service Parcel Post and I was wondering how ling it would take.

i want to work for the US Postal how and? i want to work for the us postal- but as a carrier not in the post office sellnig stamps- i'm not sure what other postions they have.. and i wanted to know how i can apply ( i live in NJ) there's a test, is the exam really hard?

What is the title of the book to study for the US Postal Exam? There are several different books out there that offer study guides for taking the US Postal exam. I want to know what is the correct book to buy or check out at the library? Does it also take long to get a job if you pass the test? I want to work inside the post office and not a carrier. Thanks!!

is the US Postal service a Federal agency or a private enterise? Is the US Postal Service supported by our tax dollars of private revenue?

has the us postal service stopped delivering mail on Saturdays yet? On the news in recent pass.The US postal service was considering stopping mail deliveries on Saturday.Has that started yet or will they ever stop.

Does the US Postal Service have anyway to know right away whether or not an address exists? I'm writing a report about the workings of the US Postal Service. And I'm wondering whether or not the US Postal Service has anyway to know right away that an address was misprinted or faulty before the waste the time and effort to send it half way across the US.

How long does US Postal Service First Class Mail ship from PA to CA? I just ordered an item online on Monday and now its Thursday. how long does it usually take to receive the item i just bought? Its US Postal Service First Class Mail btw. Its shipping from Pennsylvania to California. Thanks :] shitty ass answers i swear....

Do you think that email should be protected by the same laws as US Postal Service mail? It really bothers me that the government thinks it is OK to monitor people's email in the name of national security. Since they can not monitor our US Postal Service mail in the name of national security why should email be any different. I believe that some day the US mail will be obsolete and won't exist any more and that everything will be email. Wrong, I'm a democrat and it upsets me that President Bush monitored people's emails in the name of national security.

Can the US Postal Service forward my from my residential address to my PO Box? There is mail that I cannot risk getting in the hands of the people I live with, however, the mailing address cannot be changed from a residential address to a PO Box address. Can the US Postal Service send all my mail that is sent to my residential address to my PO Box?

Will US Postal Service Parcel Post deliver to an unmarked address? After having my mailbox run over many times, I decided to get a PO Box. I was wondering if they would send a package to my address, though I no longer get mail from there. UPS will ship to my house, but I noticed that US Postal Service Priority Mail won't. Are they the same thing?

I printed a shipping label off of the us postal service website but made a mistake, help? I printed a shipping label off of the us postal service website, it then asked if the label printed ok, I accidentally clicked no. Then was told I wouldn't be charged for the label. So the label is not paid for. But the label did print okay, and the label is already on my shipping box. so can i just take it to the post office, have them scan it, and then pay for it there?

How does the US Postal Service Priority Mail get to your house? is US Postal Service Priority Mail when it gets taken to your house by the ups truck or does it come in your mail box because my shipping address is different from mailing address

what does it take to be a meber of the US postal sevrive? Hey i want to know what does it take to be a member of the US postal service?

Do you get a tracking number for US postal service priority mail? I just sold an item on ebay and I said I would send it us postal service priority mail-do I get a tracking number for that? I'm sure I do but I wanted to ask to be sure. It will sent in an envelope (small but bubbl wraped, like the ones you can buy in walmart that are yellow!) Thanks

Would i get hired quicker by the US Marshals if already working for the US Postal Service? I was wondering what my chances would be to get hired by the US Marshals with 11 years as a postal worker and a 7 years Army vet, when i have finished my bachelors, and would the bachelors in a different field matters? I hope I get a current US Marshal to answers this for me, and answer a few more questions.

Is it legal to mail prescription drugs using the US Postal Service? My nephew went on vacation and forgot his Zyrtec pills (for his allergies), so I mailed them to him in a regular envelope by US Postal First Class Mail. It's been over a week and he hasn't gotten them yet. Is it possible that they've been confiscated? Wouldn't they try to contact me (my return address was on the envelope) if that was the case? Sorry, it was w/in the US. The next state over in fact. usually it takes 3 days.

How long does it take for US Postal Service deliver "Priority Mail" ? How long does it take for US Postal Service deliver "Priority Mail" ?

If something is sent US postal service to UK how does it arrive? I have had a package posted to me from the US (To London), using the US Postal service. Does anyone know by what method it will arrive and how long roughly they normally take? (i.e. will it come by courier or by royal mail or similar?) Thanks in advance for any useful answers.

how can I let the us postal know she is no longer at MY address? A woman stayed with us for 3 weeks about 6 months ago; and has since left the country, coming back occasionally to visit with her children. She told me to just toss her mail of bills in the trash. how can I let the us postal know she is no longer at MY address?

Can you mail a car 12v battery with US Postal Service? Can you mail a car 12v battery with the US Postal Service? If you can, can you package it in a box like you would any other item? Lastly would there be any other fees for shipping it, or would it be treated as any other package,. I ma just uncertain because battery's have chemicals in them

Should we still have the US Postal Service? If the US Postal Service is drowning in debt, should just let them go and not have paper mail anymore? Do they still serve a purpose that internet cannot provide? Will we have to bail them out too?

In your opinion, how reliable is US postal for overnight shipping? What time would you say the US postal usually delivers? Why is it that people prefer Fedex or UPS? Have their been issues with the US Postal?

Why every time people pay with a card US Postal Service clerk asks the customer whether they'd like cash back? Why every time people pay with a card US Postal Service clerk asks the customer whether they'd like cash back? What's the deal? What's the catch? I asked USPS clerk and she told me she has no idea and she says USPS does not make any profit from offering "cash back".

Can someone thats underage receive a delivery from US postal service? I ordered something from amazon.com and its gonna be delivered via US postal service. The delivery order is under my name but i am 15 years old, will I be able to receive the package ? or Does the US postal service just drop the delivery package in front of your house and leave like UPS does?

How do I track a US Postal Service Media Mail package? I ordered a book from Half.com and the shipment method is US Postal Service Media Mail but so far I have not received my item and it is already past the estimated arrival day. so can you track them or not?

Repubs, if the US Postal Service can exist in a competitive market, why can't a national health care system? The US Postal system has competition, UPS and Fed-EX are doing just fine? Why can't health care throw their hat into the ring of Capitalism? Will the government program not cause the insurance companies to lower their outrages rates in order to compete, thus lowering the costs across the board? Outragious, typo there. Canada has socialized medicine. It is ALL government run with NO private health insurers. That is not the case with the current bill, it is not "Government takeover" and is noncomparable to Canada's system.

US Postal Service Priority Mail does that mean it delievers to my house or mailbox? i ordered something on ebay. i was wondering if US Postal Service Priority Mail means if if will be shipped to my house or mailbox?

How often do US Postal Inspectors travel? My husband wants to become an US postal inspector. I want to support him but I am worried that he would be gone often or more often than I would like him too. He says it is probably all local travelling but the testimonials on their websites sounds like they are travelling a lot all over the country...and even outside the country. Does anyone know a little bit more about the travel requirements for US postal inspectors and the career field in general? Thank you! Postal Inspectors are not postal workers. They do not handle any mail. They are federal agents, dealing with frauds, terrorism,...

Is the US Postal Service becoming a jobs program? To keep people busy delivering little pieces of paper to every home and business in the US 6 days a week? Paper that all gets thrown away, delivered using fossil fuels, delivered by workers that require health care, retirement benefits etc.. etc...etc... When will we shift towards email? Why do we need the postal service bringing us garbage junk mail? 80% of my mail is JUNK. Its authorized not required Einstein.

What's US Postal Service Priority Mail and Standard Flat Rate Shipping? What's the difference on Ebay of US Postal Service Priority Mail and Standard Flat Rate Shipping?

US Postal Service Parcel Post: Delivered to home or pickup at post office? I just bought an old camera from eBay and the seller will ship it to me by US Postal Service Parcel Post. Does that mean it will be delivered straight to my address or do I have to pick the package up at the post office?

Does the us postal service priority mail deliver to houses? i have recently purchased a Ipod touch off ebay and the seller has us postal service priority mail free. i put my house adress but not my P.O box. i dont have a mailbox. so will the post office ship the package back? or will they hold onto it for me to pick up

how much would us postal service parcel post cost to ship from georgia? i am selling something on ebay and i need to know the estimated shipping cost for that thing up there^ the us postal service parcel post and i want to know how much it will cost to ship it because ebay wants me to estimate a cost. How much should it cost for me to ship it so i can name a price for this ebay thing?

Shipping time for US postal service from Texas to Maine? How long do you think that it would take to ship something small from Texas to Maine by US postal service if it were shipped today?

I just sold a used DVD on Ebay. How do I pack it up to send it via US postal? Can I use clear packing tape to tape the small box that contains the DVD? I had a small empty box laying around which I am thinking of using. Is there a site that shows what exact requirements to package this DVD to ship vis US postal service?

Where can i get a us dollars postal order in the uk? I want to send a us dollars postal order to my friend who is in prison in America, how do I go about getting a us dollars postal order? Can I get one from any post office?

US Postal Service How to get a REAL person on the phone? I am about to have a total meltdown. I now understand the whole "going postal" thing. Does anyone know how to get a live person on the phone? I know the main 877 number, but no matter what options I get nothing but recordings.

What is a US Postal Service money ? I want to purchased online from ebay but unfortunately I dt have paypal service in my country. The seller suggested that I pay him through A US Postal Service money , what is it actually? He added that I can pay him through money order? which is better?and what is the difference between them and which takes less time? Thanks

What does the US Postal Service does with packages that are noe delivered? My mother sent me a couple of books from overseas, instead of 625, she wrote 650 for my street address, the package never arrived. I went to the postal annex for my home address, and they said lost or undeliverable mail/packages will be sent to sender. It's been over 10 months now and my mom has not received the package yet. Does anyone know what I should do? Many thanks in advance.

Is the US postal service responsible for mail they admit to destroying, like an envelope? I received a letter from the postal service saying that they mistakenly ripped an envelope that I sent thru the mail. They sent me a torn end of an envelope that I know had a money order with it but no money order or billing paper was sent back. Is the post office responsible for this?

How are the Army and the US Postal Service able to advertise? Since both are government agencies, in essence, it seems like they're advertising for services provided by the US government. Is that (i.e. advertising for the government) considered legal? Why or why not? I'm doing this for a research project on freedom of speech so please cite your sources as much as possible. Thanks!

With regard to the US postal service,what are the requirements and policies for delivery of mail and parcels? My concern is packages too large for mailbox delivery and left on steps ,left in plain veiw on steps and accessable by anyone .I have veiwed the USPS handbook but was unable to find clearly defined answer. Response from postal workers would be appreciated as well as refrences regarding policy.

How many years back does the US postal service go on background checks? Will they regard any records that are 16 years old? I was playing with matches when I was a teenager, and I was charged with arson because the school THOUGHT I had intent to burn the school down, but I did not intend to, it was all a big misunderstanding. I was a able to get a job with UPS (United Parcel Service) and pass their background and I worked for them for 4 years, so why not the Postal service?

Why aren't US Postal Service vehicles required to have license plates? I recently noticed that the truck bringing our mail did not have a license plate, but just an identifying number painted on the back. Since then I have noticed that no US Postal Service vehicles have license plates. Other federal government vehicles have license plates - why not these?

how much are the stamps at the US postal service for las vegas? i need to know the price for stamps at US postal service in the las vegas area

Did Obama make a big mistake comparing Fed-Ex to the US postal service while promoting government involvement? in health insurance reform? Yes Fed-Ex & UPS make money and the US Postal service is way over budget. Fed-Ex & UPS Don't really compete with the US Postal Service. Just what was he trying to say? Subvertor: You dont see Fed-Ex charging $0.43 cents to deliver mail at a loss do you? So its NOT the same pull your head out.

How fast is the US Postal Service - Express Mail International? Just purchased something that uses this for their delivery. JUst asking, from US to Vietnam, how long will it take using this service for my package to arrive?

Where can i buy US postal hats and shirts? I do not work for the postal service, but i like the style of the clothes. Is there a website or store that sells postal clothes to the public without being employed by them?

When will he get my letter according to the US postal service? I sent it friday morning (right before they pick up the mail) and it is now sunday and i know theres no postal service on sundays. is it possible he could have gotten my letter yesterday? (sent from NY to chicago) or will he get it on monday?

Why does the Free Masons control the US Postal Service and the mail? Why are so many Free Masons employed at the US Post Offices. Why do they want to control the mail?

Does the us postal service deliver on weekends? My item was shipped by the ebay seller 7/31/08(a thursday) and on the item delivery it said US Postal Service Priority Mail® 2-3 days, but that would mean it would/should be deliver either saterday or sunday. Does ups do it? miami and i did receive a confirmation number im in miami and hes in NY and i did receive a confirmation number

Why do so many US Postal Service employees hate their jobs? I know several people who work for the USPS and they all hate their jobs. Why does it seem that such a disproportionate number of employees hate working for the postal service?

Can I sue the US Postal service for refusing to pay an insurance claim? I purchased a very expensive perfume bottle on eBay that was insured for $2000.00. I provided the broken bottle, the packaging, proof of payment etc..Insurance slip etc.. to the local Post office clerk who processed the claim. Someone screwed up and they refused the payment with the reason that I do not have proof that it was broken in transit. My local postman said to refile the claim as soon as I receive the notice that my appeal is rejected but conveniently I have not received it. I wanted to file a claim in Small claims Court but I was told that I cannot sue the Federal Government in in small claims court. I thought that the Postal Insurance was handled by a private entity hired by the postal service? What Can I do?

How does the US Postal Service detect drugs in letters/packages? Wouldnt it be smart for the Postal Service to somehow scan its letters and packages for drugs such as ecstasy? Or do they already do this.

Shipping a boot with US Postal Service Priority mail cost? How much would it cost to ship a boot with US Postal Service Priority Mail?

What is the US International Postal Code? I think it's for the US anyways? I'm not sure though...All I know is that it's asking for the International Postal Code, but I live in the US, so I'm just assuming that it would want the postal code for that Thanks to everyone who helps =)

How long will the US Postal Service continue to forward mail from my old address to my new address? How long before they stop forwarding it? Then, after that will they send my mail back to the sender?

Can the US Postal Service Refuse To Employ Me? I'm in the hiring process with the USPS...Tuesday I will be sent for a physical. Earlier this year I was diagnosed with a heart condition, not debilitating, but a weak heart muscle. I'm on medication. As a result of learning this, can the postal service refuse to employ me? Since the medication, I don't experience any disability and I'm fully capable of functioning.

How long will US Postal Service take to deliver a letter from MD to MO? Just wondering how long this is gonna take. its just a regular letter i took it to the postoffice monday morning, when can i expect it arrives in MO?

How long does it take the US Postal Service to deliver a letter? I want to send a letter from zip 89108 to zip 97302, and have it delivered exactly on Monday, March 12. When should I mail it out?

How long does us postal service first class take from california to georgia? Im ordering a macbook air and want to know how long it will take

How often does the US Postal Service issue new stamps? How often does the USPS issue new stamps, that is, a new stamp design? Is there anywhere on the internet you can see upcoming stamps before they are issued? I started at the USPS website - I did not find it useful for finding an answer to this question. Not interested in looking at what is currently available. Already did that before posting the question. Anyone know how to find and look at *upcoming* issues?

How much money does the US Postal Service Cost to Maintain? Meaning, how much money do they make off of stamps and stuff, versus how much money do they spend? Do they come out on top? How much money does it cost to keep it going?? lol you shouldnt have told me that now i have to go look at them! =) I am not going to lie! You are litterally the first female to ever tell a joke that i found funny!

How does US Postal Service shipping insurance work/how to make a claim? I sold my old textbooks off eBay last month and somebody says they never got their book. Luckily, she purchased insurance. I have the insurance receipt, but ive never dealt with it before. Do I go make the claim to the USPS or should I mail the ticket to her and have her handle it? How can it be proved she did or didnt receive it?

How do I become a US postal worker in Southern California? I want to work either as a mail carrier or work as a clerk at a post office. I need detail answer. Also Is it a good pay? I have a high school diploma. How much do I make when I start?

How long does US Postal Service First Class Mail take to ship my shirt? I bought a shirt today on ebay. When do you think I will get it?

What is the policy of the US Postal Service concerning shipping perfume to Japan? I recently tried to ship perfume to Japan via USPS only to have it returned to me with a note saying that they will not deliver because it is a prohibited item. I called the local office to confirm. I advised them what their website indicated and forwarded a copy of their website policy information for Japan. They advised that they still would not ship it for me. They advised to file a complaint. I went to their website and input my shipping information and double checked their prohibited and restricted items list. Neither listed perfume. This seems to be a contradition. I've emailed support to inquire but that could take days, maybe weeks.

US Postal Mail. How many pages can you mail in a standard envelope with a 42 cent stamp? before you have to pay additional postage?

Does the US Postal Service make available to the public who owns what post office boxes for mail delivery? Or is it treated like an "unlisted number" would be with a phone company?

What does the US postal service do with lost mail? If I were to accidentally send something to an address that doesn't exist and didn't include a return address - what would happen to it?

I am scoring above 70 on the us postal testpractice exam, is this good? I have taken a practice postal exam several times, I keep scoring above 70, which is the passing grade. but the practice exam says i am not likely to score above 70, it keeps saying inaduquent. Should I sweat this?

How do I find out all my old home mailing ( US postal ) addresses. For work permit purposes? I am filling out a permit application and am being asked to provide all mailing addresses from the time I was 18. Any ideas - some were apartments, college dorms etc.. - a long time ago !

Do you have experience shipping by Endicia, or US postal services? I am expecting a parcel from US and I see in my mail box that they attempted to deliver the mail, i am not sure if they attempted to my home or to thelocal post office... Do you know how things works with company. I start to worry because I dont want my parcel to return. Of course i can only contact their call center in US and i am really worried right now.

What catagory do I ask questions about US Postal Service issues? YA gives business and finance, but I am not getting any answers in there.

Is the US Postal Service hiring in the Monmouth/Ocean County area? I am currently studying for the Postal Battery Exam and want to know where there might positions opening in my are. I live in the Toms River area.

Where can I find out insurance rates for US postal services with letters to the UK? Each envelope would contain an item worth around the $30 mark, but as they would be going international I want them to be insured. I can find UPS rates, but not USPS rates for insurance. I looked at the Express mail, but I noticed a bit of small print which says that certain items are excluded from their insurance, jewelry amongst them, which is one of the things I do want insurance for.

does the us postal service hire ex postmasters for training purposes? I heard the usps uses retired postmasters to train current postmasters and/or conduct certain training classes. Who would I contact for more info?

How long should it take to get my raise processed at the US Postal Service? I am now a TRC. I passed the exam and was promised a promotion to RCA almost 2 months ago. When I ask my postmaster about this, they say there is nothing to do but wait...

How does the US Postal Service sort the mail? 1) Is it sorted by hand? 2) Does the final person who delivers the mail sort it as well? 3) What type of bin is the mail stored in at the post office while it's being sorted?

What are the rules and restrictions for using the "return to sender" option for the US Postal Service? I have a package I received last week and want to return it to the original owner because it is defective. Do I have to pay return costs or can I just write "return to sender" on the package and put it in the mail? Are there any other restrictions/steps I need to be aware of?

Can you insure cash through UPS or the US postal service ? I want to know if I send $300 cash through mail if I can insure it ? A friend and I are having an arguement about this.

What auto manufacture makes the US Postal Service vehicles? The ones that deliver mail to your mailbox.

When you submit a change of address form with the US postal service is all mail forwarded including 3rd class, bulk mail, magazines, newspapers and advertisements? Can I opt for only first class mail to be forwarded?

What is the correct format of US postal addresses? I installed a new program to help me with mailings to USA. Now I am confused, because the program gives me a different address format than the one I am used to. New address format: Mr <first name> <last name> 1234, <street> <city> 12345-6789 USA Old address format: Mr <first name> <last name> 1234, <street> <city> <state> 12345 USA Which one is correct?

What is the safest way to ship a laptop to Puerto Rico by US postal service? How do I pack it? Any idea how much will it cost?