register of letters

register of letters
A book kept in each United States post office in which every registered letter received by the office is entered of record by its number on the day of its registration, which book has the character of an official record authorized by law, is therefore admissible in evidence. 30 Am J2d Ev §§ 999, 100a

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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