Mail.on.sunday

A nostalgic topic!

In the United States, the concept of "no mail on Sunday" was a common practice for many years. The United States Postal Service (USPS) did not deliver mail on Sundays, with a few exceptions.

The tradition of not delivering mail on Sundays dates back to the early days of the USPS. In 1845, the USPS was officially established, and Sunday mail delivery was not part of its original operations. The reason for this was largely due to religious and cultural beliefs. Many people observed Sunday as a day of rest, and the USPS did not want to disrupt this tradition.

Over time, the USPS continued to operate on a six-day schedule, with Monday to Saturday being the standard delivery days. While there were some exceptions, such as special delivery services for hospitals, pharmacies, and other essential businesses, regular mail delivery was not typically done on Sundays.

However, in recent years, the USPS has started to deliver mail on Sundays in some areas. In 2013, the USPS began testing Sunday delivery in several cities, including New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The pilot program was successful, and in 2019, the USPS announced that it would expand Sunday delivery to more areas, including major cities and rural areas.

Today, the USPS delivers mail on Sundays in many parts of the country, although the frequency and scope of Sunday delivery may vary depending on the location. Some areas may receive only certain types of mail, such as packages or priority mail, while others may receive a full range of mail services.

So, while the concept of "no mail on Sunday" is still observed in some areas, it is no longer a universal practice across the United States.