Archive Entry
Short Hills Post Office opening first day cancel envelope, 1938
Object/Artifact
An envelope with overall yellowing, especially along the top edge, from the 1938 Short Hills Post Office Dedication on July 30, 1938. Upper left corner says, "Official Opening and First Day Cancel of the new U. S. Post Office at Short Hills, N.J. in Essex County; July 30, 1938; Carlisle C.Cahill; Postmaster". Envelope has been used and has 3 cent stamp in upper right corner with Short Hills postmark with above date. Envelope has typewritten address to: "Mr. Charles Pearce; 854 Revere Avenue; Trenbton, N.J.". Inside is a blank piece of paper, folded in thirds.
2016.007.001
2016.007
6-1/2 in
3-3/4 in