Introduction
I. It has been claimed that
A. Our postal rates on third and fourth class matter are exorbitant as compared with those in foreign countries.
B. Foreign parcels post systems afford many conveniences which we do not have.
II. An extension of our present parcels post system is demanded.
A. Bills providing for it have been presented to Congress.
B. Postmasters-General Wanamaker, Meyer, and others have tried to secure it.
C. It has been recommended in presidential messages, in conventions, by postal officials and by the people.
III. The plan which has received most favorable attention is that of Postmaster-General Meyer, providing for
A. A general parcels post at the rate of 12c a pound, with a limit in weight of eleven pounds.