It included the determination of the location, construction, and maintenance of post offices and post roads; the acquisition, lease, or transfer of realty or facilities for postal purposes; and certain aspects of the employment and management of postal employees, such as the pay and leave of letter carriers, and the settlement of claims brought by employees or contractors.
It encompassed the identification, building, and upkeep of post offices and postal routes; the purchase, leasing, or transfer of real estate or facilities for postal use; and certain aspects related to the employment and management of postal workers, including wages and leave for mail carriers, and resolving claims from employees or contractors.