First RFD in Kentucky
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member snfromky
N 36° 42.984 W 087° 04.004
16S E 494040 N 4063414
Farmers finally get their mail delivered.
Waymark Code: WM477Q
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 07/17/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member ChapterhouseInc
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First rural free delivery of mail in Kentucky was established at Allensville Post Office on Jan. 11, 1897. Three carriers, with horse and buggy, over dirt roads, traveled 15 miles per day; covered an area of 24 square miles with population of 220, at $300 annually. RFD enabled farmers to receive daily mail and avoid a drive to the post office.
Marker Name: First RFD in Kentucky

Marker Location: City

Type of Marker: Other

Marker Number (for official markers): 1384

Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Kentucky Historical Society and the Kentucky Department of Highways


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