List of post offices in Canada, with the names of the postmasters ... 1864

"List of Post Offices in Canada, with the Names of the Postmasters ... 1864" is a historical account compiled during the mid-19th century. This work provides a comprehensive record of post offices in Canada, detailing the names of the postmasters and their corresponding locations as of January 1, 1864. It serves as a valuable reference for understanding the postal system and administrative organization of Canada during this time period. The opening of the document includes a transcription note explaining that common printing errors have been corrected, mostly concerning punctuation and spelling. Following this, it lists the principal officers of the Post Office Department, including their roles, as well as a directive reminding postmasters to ensure their office descriptions are current. The substantial portion that follows is formatted as a detailed, alphabetical list of post offices across Canada, including relevant township and electoral information along with the names of the respective postmasters, revealing the community structure and connectivity of that era.

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