Ralph Allen's Postal Contract

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Ralph Allen’s Postal Contract

In the early 18th century all mail went via London making it very slow and expensive. Allen reorganised the system so that letters would be delivered via direct routes, which he controlled from Bath. His authority extended to the borders of Scotland and into South Wales. After signing this second contract Allen continued to pay the Post Office £6,000 per annum. This ultimately made him a fortune with which he purchased the stone quarries.

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