Burano

Burano is an island off of Torcello, which is off of Murano, which is off of Venice which is off of the Italian mainland. It is an amazingly colorful place.

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O’Maley Innovation Middle School performance May 10th | O’Maley Academy presents A SPRING SHOWCASE

News from O’Maley Innovation Middle School: 

O’Maley Academy Proudly Presents

A Spring Showcase

*A benefit for The O’Maley Academy after school program which consists of 18 free clubs for students

Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 6:30 PM

FEATURING: Song & Dance Club performing 10 musical numbers & Drama-Rama Club performing 14 More Ways To Screw Up Your College Interview by Ian McWethy Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com

Tickets: $5 (with a $20 family cap). O’Maley Auditorium

 

Those were the days, my friend.

The 1917 Gloucester City Directory indicates the hours the Post Office is open: 6:45 AM to 8 PM (!!!!) AND on Sundays 2-4 PM.  No wonder there were so many clerks and carriers.Mail hours Gloucester City Directory 19170001

Also,  5 mail pick ups per day!

Mail deliveries Gloucester City Directory 19170001

These appear to be mailboxes perhaps from those years, still in use today.

 

Those were the days, we might sigh to ourselves. However, upon reflection, I begin to consider that technology has allowed 24/7 online access to a number of mail or shipping options.  Technology has also allowed for text messages and emails to overtake physical letters, notices, bills etc. in speed and convenience.  What a difference this past century has made!!