A Nostalgic Look At Mail Sorters
Mail sorters are, to some degree, reminders of a simpler time. In the days of a century or more ago, mail sorters were used in almost every post office, but there were many other places that mail sorters were also commonly found. Especially in the more rural areas, the mail sorters were a backdrop for the room and a centerpiece for conversation. How many old-time movies have shown the mail carrier choosing a piece of mail from a particular slot and handing the cherished letter over to the anxious hands of the recipient? And almost always, the news contained in the letter was shared – immediately or at some point in the future – with others who were equally interested in the contents. While the mail sorters were not the source of the news, they did seem to play an integral part in the process. That could be why so many people choose to have mail sorters serve as pieces of furniture in their homes. Restored and refinished, mail sorters can become an interesting addition to almost any décor. And the most appealing part about the mail sorters is that each comes with a story of the role it played