Partout mail

You're referring to the "partout" mail service!

Partout is a French word that means "everywhere" or "all over". In the context of mail, "partout" refers to a type of postal service that delivers mail to every address in a specific area, usually a city or a region.

In the past, partout mail was a common practice in France, where postal services would deliver mail to every household in a particular area, regardless of whether the recipient was a subscriber to the service or not. This meant that even people who didn't have a regular postal service subscription would still receive mail, including bills, advertisements, and other correspondence.

The partout mail service was often used by businesses and organizations to reach a wider audience, as it allowed them to send mail to every household in a specific area, increasing the chances of reaching potential customers or clients.

While the partout mail service is no longer as common as it once was, it's still used in some areas, particularly in rural or remote regions where traditional postal services may not be as reliable.