AMERICAN RY EXPRESS, TAFTSVILLE VERMONT Wax Sealer WOODSTOCK RAILWAY VT

Description

Offering an old wax sealer marked "American Railway Express, Taftsville Vt." used in the Woodstock Ry station between 1918 and 1929.
These were used by the station agent in the depot when he conducted express business.   He would put a wax seal on envelopes and parcels to ensure their security in transit to their destination.
"In July 1918,  the four major and three minor express companies were consolidated as American Railway Express, Inc.   In March 1929, the assets and operations of American Railway Express Inc. were transferred to Railway Express Agency."
The Woodstock Ry had ceased operation by 1933.
Very good condition.
Check my other listings for 3 more Vermont station wax sealers including: Sharon (CV), Williston (CV), and Leicester Jct (Rutland).
Postage is in the USA and includes insurance.
On Aug-10-21 at 18:01:30 PDT, seller added the following information:
Wanted to add:  Happy to combine postage for multiple purchases.