The postage on mailable things is stated in the List except as above. [When the postage is not stated: if the thing weighs only an ounce or two, we pay the postage; but, if heavier, it must go by express.] It is often true that mailable things go for less by express. We send the cheapest way, if we know it.
Some things are sent direct from the makers to save expense.
Everything over four pounds, too big for the mail, or for any reason unmailable, goes by express; and you pay the freight on receipt.
How much the cost of a package is by express
You can generally find out about how much by guessing the size and weight and inquiring at your express office.
You can economize freights to some extent by having several things in one package.
Who is responsible
We pack with care and deliver to carrier in good condition. That is all we can do. Beyond that the risk is yours. We register packages going by mail if you send the registry fee, ten cents a package, in addition to postage.
What is a new subscription
We pay for new subscriptions; not for renewals. What is the difference? A new one is that of a family not on our list before.